Mildred Gleisner

Mildred 'Millie' Gleisner, age 90, Tomahawk, passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at Golden Living Center - Riverview in Tomahawk, where she resided for the past 7 years. Millie was born June 11, 1920 in Athens, the daughter of Emil and Anna (Allain) Schroeder. She married Martin J. Gleisner on September 23, 1943 in Tomahawk; he preceded her in death on July 3, 2003. Except for her younger years working as a store clerk, Millie was a homemaker. She enjoyed visits with her daughter, son in law, and 2 grandchildren. Millie also enjoyed writing poetry, and was awarded a "Golden Poet" award in 1992 for her poem entitled "Baby's Daily Visit". She was also known by many for her love of bluebirds, and had quite a collection of bluebird figurines. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Tomahawk. Due to her poor health for many years, she was not a regular "churchgoer", but had a very strong faith in God. Survivors include: Daughter Mary (Mitch) Bayer Tomahawk Grandchildren John (Lynn) Bayer Sauk City Jamie Bayer Eagan, Minnesota Sister Betty Shores Madison Brother Laurel Schroeder Milwaukee Millie was preceded in death by her husband, brothers Lafayette and Robert, half brother Everette, and half sisters Evelyn, Grace, and Lorraine. A Mass of Christian Burial for Millie Gleisner will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 6, 2010 from St. Mary Catholic Church in Tomahawk. Fr. John Anderson will officiate. The family will receive friends at the church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the hour of Mass at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Tomahawk. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established in Millie's name. The family would like to thank Millie's doctors through the years for their understanding care, and the staff at Golden Living Center - Riverview.