Joanne F. (Weber) Schwebach, age 73 of Elmwood, died Thursday, April 9, 2015 surrounded by her loving family.

Joanne was born on March 21, 1942 to Leonard and Lorraine (Hartung) Weber in the Eau Galle Township. Joanne grew up in the Eau Galle area, attended St. Henry’s Catholic School until eighth grade and graduated from Elmwood High School in 1960. Joanne married her high school sweetheart, John Schwebach on June 15, 1963 at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Eau Galle. After marriage they made their home on a farm in the Eau Galle Township where they raised their six children and Joanne remained for the rest of her life.

Joanne enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed sewing, quilting and many different crafts. Joanne was very involved in the Sacred Heart Parish of Elmwood.

Joanne is survived by her husband of 51 years; John, six children; John (Susan) of Arkansaw; Jeanne (Roger) Lehmann of Elmwood; June (William) Vogel of Jefferson; Joyce (Erik) Mattson of St. Paul Park, MN; James (Jill) of Elmwood and Joanna (Dean Nelson) Dormanen of Boyceville, 13 grandchildren: Rachel (Christopher), Jennifer, Renee, Matthew, Abby, Joy, Kelly, Marissa, Paul, Tyler, Brooke, William and Zander. Also survived by her mother, Lorraine Weber of Elmwood; brothers, Michael (Barbara); Charles (Rebecca), both of Elmwood, John (Melissa) of Arkansaw; sisters, Rita (Gregory) Doverspike of Eau Galle and Mary (Thomas) Baier of Elmwood, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her father, Leonard Weber and one sister, Linda Weber.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 AM Saturday, April 18, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Elmwood. Rev. Kevin C. Louis, STL will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery at Farm Hill. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Friday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Elmwood and one hour prior to services at the church on Saturday.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Elmwood, is serving the family.

Condolences

1. Elaine & Greg Fesenmaier April 17, 2015, at 3:57pm

   Sorry to hear of JoAnn's passing, now she's resting peacefully. And you John gave her the best care possible. May God Bless your family.

2. Connie (Hartung/Gilles) Helfenstein April 17, 2015, at 9:33am

   Sorry to here of Joanne's passing. Remembering the
   times of babysitting for her and John when I was a teen. My thoughts and prayers for Aunt Lorraine Weber and the whole Schwebach family!

3. Jim & Irene Konsela April 16, 2015, at 2:48pm

   With Deepest sympathy to all of the families. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Many the Lord help and get you through the hard days.

4. Wayne and Bonnie Peterson April 12, 2015, at 4:44pm

   John and Family we are so sorry for your loss. Joanne was a nice lady and we always enjoyed seeing and talking to her. Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole Family.

5. Paula Smith April 12, 2015, at 12:14pm

   John and family im so sorry for the loss of Joanne she was a really nice person to know remembering all the weddings we attended and how she was had a smile on her face and kept us all in stiches with funny laughs I will miss her and I hope you all always remember the good times and know that were thinking of you and hug each other for me and know that if you ever need a friend or family member remember were close to we can always share mom ''John I send a lot of hugs your way and I hope you always are okay ''need anything please remember we love you and the family very much take care ill keep you in my prayers and thoughts

   Paula Smith
   need anything let me know

6. Dori and Kurt VanSchoonhoven and family April 11, 2015, at 9:48pm

   We are so sorry for your loss. Hold close to your hearts all the wonderful memories. We are thinking of you all.

7. Dick & Jan Bates April 11, 2015, at 5:04pm

   Family of Joanne Schwebach:
   So sorry to hear of your loss. We will remember Joanne in our prayers.

   Dick & and Bates

8. Rosemary Carlisle April 11, 2015, at 5:55am

   My sympathy on the loss of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

9. Sheri Harshman April 11, 2015, at 3:11am

   No words can make this time any easier. Keep the good memories close to your hearts and don't be afraid to talk to her, she will hear you. My deapest sympathy to the Schwebach family.

10. Chris Reitz April 10, 2015, at 6:30pm

    Thoughts and prayers to you from our family. So sorry for your loss!

11. Sr. Marlene Weisenbeck FSPA April 10, 2015, at 5:27pm

    My sympathy to you, dear Aunt Lorraine, husband John and all the family. My prayers are with you as you mourn Joanne's death and celebrate her eternal life. She sees God face to face now, what we all move toward in our earthly lives. I love the picture you have posted with the angel behind her. I'm sure her Angels were always with her. Bless you all!
    Sr. Marlene Weisenbeck FSPA

12. Julie Webb April 10, 2015, at 2:45pm

    My deepest sympathy to all of you. I know it will be hard. the good Lord will help you though it all. Always think positive and that will help you too. Take care and God Bless you all. you are in my thoughts and prayers.

13. Jeff Stevens April 10, 2015, at 2:09pm

    Jody and I would like to express our sorrow for your loss and hope that time and fond memories will help to assuage the grief of your bereavement.

    Jeff and Jody Stevens

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