Florence Neibaur, 83, passed away on Wednesday, July 18, 2012, surrounded by her family. She was born in Racine on February 20, 1929 the daughter of the late Vincent and Helen Leskowicz.
Mrs. Neibaur was a 1947 graduate of Washington Park High School. On October 23, 1948, in St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, she was united marriage to Leslie Neibaur, who preceded her in death on September 23, 1993. Mrs. Neibaur had been employed by In-Sink-Erator for over 30 years until retirement. She was a member of the In-Sink-Erator 20 Year Club. Mrs. Neibaur was an avid bowler; serving on the RWBA Board in 1982,’83, ’84, 96,’97, and 1998, was a delegate to the National WBA Convention; and elected to the RWBA Hall of Fame in October of 2002
Surviving are her children, Sharon (Trent) Alvis, Jane (Wesley) Redmond, all of Racine, Leslee (Larry) Tadlas of Simi Valley, CA, Pam (Bill) Gemmel, of Racine, Brian (Shelley) Neibaur, of Burnsville, MN, Tim (Robbin) Neibaur, of Palmdale, CA, and Earl (Julie) Neibaur, of Racine; 22 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandson; sister, Pearl (Walter) Mynar, of North Hills, CA; brother, Chet (Helen) Leskowicz, of Racine. Other relatives and friends further survive her. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son-in-law, David Schwartz Sr., sister and brother-in-law Rose and Udall Neels, and nephews Matthew and Michael Leskowicz.
Her funeral Service will be held in Immanuel Baptist Church 1400 Warwick Way on Monday, July 23rd, at 6:00 p.m. with Rev. Tony Gulbrandsen officiating. Visitation will be in the church on Monday from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the service. In keeping with Florence’s wishes cremation will follow. The family has suggested memorials to Immanuel Baptist Church and Hospice Alliance.
The family would like to thank Dr. Michael Mullane and all his staff, Hospice Alliance, and most of all her three granddaughters who were her guardian and caregivers, Tracy Redmond, Samantha Schwartz, and Kim Gemmel.
Honey Buckley says
Just want all of you (Florence & Les’s children)to know how sorry I was to receive a call from Uncle Donnie letting me know of your mothers passing before it appeared in the newspaper. In the past I would encounter her at times shopping with her sister & we would all hug & be happy to see each other. I was sorry to hear she developed leukemia & would ask about her if I encountered people she was close to. I know how difficult it is to lose a mother. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Love you all,
Aunt Honey
Tom & Natalie Sunde says
To the Extended Neibaur Family,
I have many fond memories of Aunt Florence in Racine. From running from St. Stan’s to her house around the corner on Grand Avenue(the house with the big pear tree in back) to the time I spent with her in Racine after my mom died. She and my mom were buddies and I will never forget the way she helped my mom after Udie died. Florence had a special way of putting “family” first. She will be missed.
Our deepest sympathy to the whole Neibaur clan. Our thoughts will be with you today.
With Love and Prayer,
Tom, Natalie & Scott Sunde & Stephanie Younts
chris dorf says
Condolences…remember coming to 16th and Memorial Dr. many times…Your Mom was a very nice woman.
Mary (DeHahn) Desotell says
Sorry to see the passing of your mom, she she was a good mom
Honey Buckley says
So sorry
Sandra Schumaker Kotten says
Sharon, Janie, Pamie, Leslie, and brothers….I am SO sorry about this very LATE condolence for your mother, Florence. I remember her with my mom, Josie Schumaker, just LAUGHING SO much and so joyfully. She was a wonderful lady. So sorry. I live in Kenosha. I stay in touch with Aunt Pat Keller but I guess not as much as I need too. Again. my condolences and prayers.
Always…fondly.
Sandy