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Jean A. Holbus

May 25, 2020

Service Details

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Church, 6400 Spring Street, Mt. Pleasant.  Relatives and friends are asked to meet at the church for Mass. Final Commendation will be offered by Bishop James T. Schuerman.  Internment to follow at Holy Family Cemetery.  A visitation will be held on Monday, June 22 from 4:00pm-7:00pm at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church or St. Monica’s Senior Living would be appreciated.

Jean A. Holbus

(nee:  Heymen) 

September 13, 1931 – May 25, 2020  

Jean A. Holbus, age 88 of Racine, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2020 at Ascension-All Saints.

Jean was born on September 13, 1931 in Racine, a daughter of the late Albert and Rachel (nee: Bakken) Heymen.  Jean was a 1949 graduate of St. Catherine’s High School.

On August 11, 1951 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Racine, she was united in marriage to Joseph Holbus.

An amazing wife and mother, Jean gave birth to seven children (including two sets of twins) by the age of twenty six.

She was employed as the Parish secretary at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church for twenty years retiring in 1995.  Jean was a devoted member of St. Paul the Apostle, having served on the Parish Council, several committees and Eucharistic ministries.  She was a proud member of the Archdiocesan Priest’s Mothers Guild and the Catholic Woman’s Club.

Jean and Joe loved to travel and enjoyed numerous trips together.  For many years they spent the winter months in San Diego and their favorite trips were to Hawaii and Alaska.  Her hobbies included reading, sewing, quilting, playing cribbage and daily crossword puzzles.  She also enjoyed the time spent visiting family and friends, playing cards and going out to dinner.

Survivors include her husband Joseph Sr.; her brothers Kenneth (Janice) Heymen and Tom Heymen both of Racine; her children, Joseph (Loreen) Holbus Jr. of Rochester, MN, Barry Holbus of Racine, Rev. Brian Holbus of St. Francis, WI, Gregory (Debra) Holbus of Necedah, WI, Theresa Holbus of Racine, Dianne (Tom) Armato of Delavan, WI  and Daniel (Sheila) Holbus of Racine.

She is further survived by grandchildren Karen (Todd) Ratner, Christopher (Korrie) Holbus, Gregory Holbus Jr., Danielle (Chris) Easton, Daniel (Tiffany) Holbus Jr., Robert (Shanda) Holbus, Paula Armato, Mark (Cassie Vegter) Armato, Cezar Tinoco, Jairo (Sylvia Katie Black) Tinoco and 9 great grandchildren. She is further survived by numerous relatives and friends.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Roberta (Robert) McLellan and her sister-in-law Joan Heymen.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Church, 6400 Spring Street, Mt. Pleasant.  Relatives and friends are asked to meet at the church for Mass. Final Commendation will be offered by Bishop James T. Schuerman.  Internment to follow at Holy Family Cemetery.  A visitation will be held on Monday, June 22 from 4:00pm-7:00pm at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church or St. Monica’s Senior Living would be appreciated.

The Holbus family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to entire staff of St. Monica’s, Dr. Mark DeCheck and the staff of Ascension-All Saints for all their care, love and support during this difficult time.

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  1. Bob and Sheila Gamble says

    May 29, 2020 at 1:40 pm

    Joe and Family,
    Heaven gained an angel this week. Jean was a wonderful lady, friend, and co-worker. Together with Joe and Kathy Strazishar, we created so many fun memories. Our deepest sympathy to all of you.

  2. Steve and Alison (Miller)Mrkvicka says

    May 29, 2020 at 5:38 pm

    All our love and prayers, at this most difficult time. If we can do anything, please let us know! ❤

  3. Anonymous says

    May 29, 2020 at 10:03 pm

    So very sorry, may she rest in peace!
    I didn’t have the pleasure of knowing Jean, but as Dan and Sheila’s sister in law, I know she was an amazing lady!
    Love and prayers!
    Carolyn. 💞💞💞

  4. Michael and Christine Herrera says

    May 30, 2020 at 8:17 am

    We’re very sorry for your loss our prayers go out to you and your family.

  5. Jake Libster says

    May 30, 2020 at 11:03 am

    Sending my thoughts and prayers to the Holbus family.

  6. Terrie and David Mandli says

    May 31, 2020 at 8:49 pm

    It’s been many years since we’ve been back to Racine. However we remember Jean fondly from St. Paul’s. I worked with Jean & I remember the good times we had. She was a wonderful person with a very kind heart. May she Rest In Peace. Our deepest sympathy to all the Holbus family.

  7. Victoria Holbus / Rudy and Virginia daughter says

    June 11, 2020 at 6:03 pm

    Aunt Jean such a gracious lady.. I remember her being so kind… my heart goes out to her children . In my thoughts and prayers.

  8. Dan Heidenreich says

    June 12, 2020 at 3:57 pm

    Thoughts and prayers for Jean, Joe, and the entire family. Always looked forward to Christmas at the Holbus’s as a child.

  9. Fr. Norberto Sandoval says

    June 22, 2020 at 10:52 am

    Sending my love and my prayers to the Holbus’s Family. She was a beautiful woman with a humble heart. May she rest in Peace!

  10. JoAnn Rogers says

    June 22, 2020 at 3:52 pm

    Terri,
    I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    JoAnn

  11. Anonymous says

    June 22, 2020 at 6:27 pm

    We are members of St Roman Parish. We send our condolences to Fr Brian and the Holbus family. We are sure Mrs Holbus is with all of the angels above.

  12. Char Schweich says

    June 23, 2020 at 9:10 am

    I’m so sorry for your loss. She will be sadly missed by many.

  13. Sue Bolcerek & family says

    June 23, 2020 at 9:31 am

    We are so sorry for your loss.She was a great lady. Thoughts & prayers to the entire Holbus families during this difficult time.

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