Barbara M. Lutzke, age 77, a rural Valders resident, passed away Wednesday afternoon March 2, 2022 at Aurora BayCare Medical Center, Green Bay surrounded by her family.
Barb was born on August 15, 1944 at home on the farm in rural St. Nazianz, daughter of the late Michael and Angeline (Knier) Schwoerer. She graduated from St. Gregory High School, St. Nazianz, with the class 1962. She then graduated from nursing school in Milwaukee. She married her High School sweetheart Leon Lutzke on September 2, 1963 at St. Gregory Catholic Church, St. Nazianz. Barb started her employment as a nurse in Manitowoc. After spending time at home raising her family, she went back to work with Raether Chiropractic in New Holstein and Jon Streblow Chiropractic in Valders, retiring after 30 years. She enjoyed traveling and always lending a helping hand to whoever needed it. Barb and her husband, Leon delivered Meals on Wheels for many years. She liked to have her weekly lunch dates with her many friends. She enjoyed many things that made her happy including; monthly motor coach trips north, also going out being surrounded by many of her friends. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family especially her grandchildren, having a stadium seat to attend their events.
Survivors include; her husband, Leon, rural Valders, two daughters; Lisa Lutzke, St. Nazianz, and special friend, Peter Reinertson, Laurie Lutzke, St. Nazianz and special friend, Kevin Wery, two sons and one daughter-in-law; Chris (Lynne) Lutzke, French Lick, IN, Ryan Lutzke, Sheboygan, eight grandchildren; Travis (Kristin) Elliott, Brittani (Eric) McCabe, Nathan Elliott, Nicci Waniger, Austin Waniger, CJ (Laura) Lutzke, Ethen Lutzke, Ashley Lutzke, three great grandchildren; Eli Skarda, Baylor and Brody Elliott, one sister and brother-in-law; Dottie (Tom) Bersch, Howards Grove, two brothers and sisters-in-law; Charles (Kathy) Schwoerer, Elkhart Lake, Lyle (Luann) Schwoerer, Valders, two sisters-in-law; Karen Lutzke, Manitowoc, Rose Ann Lutzke, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends also survive.
Barb was also preceded in death by two brothers-in-law; Verlin Lutzke and Elwin “Curly” Lutzke, one sister-in-law; Karen Pankratz.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM on Tuesday March 8, 2022 at St. Gregory Catholic Church, St. Nazianz.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday March 8, 2022 at St. Gregory Catholic Church, St. Nazianz. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. William Brunner, with burial to follow at St. Gregory Catholic Cemetery, St. Nazianz.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Valders Village Ambulance Service and also to the nurses at Aurora BayCare Medical Center, Green Bay for their care and compassion shown towards Barb and her family.
A memorial fund has been established in Barb’s name.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.lendmanfh.com
The Lendman Funeral Home & Gathering Center, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Hearing of Barb’s passing was so sad. She was such a youthful, beautiful, sweet upbeat lady. My sympathy to all of her family❤🙏
Dear Barb’s Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Barbara always greeted me with a smile and was so friendly.
With sympathy,
Carol Broeckert Patterson
I am so sad that I will never see Barb’s beautiful smile again. She lit up the room! She always made me feel like she genuinely cared about me. I have so many fun memories with Barb, and will treasure every one. My heart aches for all who loved her, she was a dynamo who loved so many people, and she will be forever missed.
Rest in peace& enjoy the sunshine each& every day.
So much fun when we were able to get together with Barb and Leon over the last 35 years. Barb’s beautiful smile will forever be with us.
We are so sorry for your loss. Barb was a very special lady and will be greatly missed. Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
We are so sorry for your loss. Barb was a very special lady. Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
To all the family and friends: Prayers and my condolences 🙏. The Schwoerer family lived “on the hill” across the road from my family. Memories of the accordion in the room off the kitchen has been an enduring memory. I remember being amazed when Barb would finger around the keys. She had a lasting smile that always shined. God bless.
Bonnie Schuler Salisbury North Carolina
I can’t tell you how sorry I am for all of your lost. Barb, was the sweetest and most caring lady I ever met. She treated me like family she would always stop and talk to me and we even hugged. You are all in my heart and prayers and Sunday at Mass I will offer up my Mass for Barb. God Bless You All.
My deepest sympathies to Leon and the family. Barb was such a wonderful woman, enjoyed working with her. May you rest in peace sweet lady 💕
To the entire Lutzke family we are saddened by the passing of Barb. I used to love seeing Leon and Barb out and I always called her Mom. She always had a laugh and a story for me. I looked forward to seeing them out an about. Please accept my sincere sympathies and know she will truly be missed….
To the entire Lutzke family we are saddened by the passing of Barb. I used to love seeing Leon and Barb out and I always called her Mom. She always had a laugh and a story for me. I looked forward to seeing them out an about. Please accept my sincere sympathies and know she will truly be missed….
Ryan, deepest sympathies to you and the Lutzke family for the loss of your mother from the Peterson family. If you need anything, our doors are also open. God Bless.
Barb was a dear, dear person. I remember many good times with her. My sympathy to her family.
Our prayers and sympathy go out to Barb’s family. She was always a pleasure to chat with. We’re sorry we can’t attend the funeral, but please know that we’ll be thinking of you all on Tuesday.
Our deepest sympathies to Leon and family. Barb was a sweet, loving gal. She will certainly be missed by many.
Leon and family, our deepest sympathy on your loss. We always enjoyed seeing you and Barb at the CFL parties and conversations. For now and the days ahead, we wish you peace and strength.