Ellen Schuett

Ellen Ruth Schuett was called to her heavenly home on Sunday May 28, 2017, after a lengthy illness. Her hard working hands used for homemaking, sewing and knitting became useless and her strength waned as her life ended.

Ellen was born to Walter and Carrie (Schaefer) Barnetzke on August 13, 1934, she was 82 years old. Ellen attended Grant School and Wausau High School, graduating in 1952. Upon graduation she worked for Dr. Fred Prehn as a receptionist and medical assistant until Dr. Prehn's retirement. Ellen continued her career as a Pharmacy Assistant at Berndt's Pharmacy. She enjoyed meeting and getting to know the many people in her work.

In June 1954, Ellen met Roger Schuett at a local polka dance. She and Roger were inseparable through their courtship and marriage and were married on October 22, 1955, and after 62 years, death has broken the bond. We look forward to meeting again in her heavenly mansion.

The marriage was blessed with two children, Sue and Scott. Sue passed away on May 26, 2011. Ellen is survived by her loving husband Roger, a son Scott Schuett (Jane Umnus), grandchildren Brianna Curro, Jenna and Jared Schuett, grandson Tyler Schuett (Rhonda Michlig) and great grandson Eli Schuett, son-in-law Ron Schram and grandson Ryan Schram, as well as her nephews the Barnetzke Boys and their families.

Preceding her in death are her daughter, Sue Schram, parents Walter and Carrie Barnetzke, brother Roger Barnetzke, sister-in-law Elaine and her in-laws Harry and Emma Schuett.

Ellen was a long time member of the Friendly 12 homemakers group. She also , with the help of good friends formed a sewing and "news" club. She was a dedicated member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church. She loved dogs, cats, birds, flowers and all creatures. She enjoyed knitting, playing cards and scenic country rides. Ellen will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many.

Visitation services for Ellen will be from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2017, at the Helke Funeral Home, 302 Spruce Street, Wausau and from 9-10 a.m. Thursday June 1, 2017, at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 600 Stevens Drive, Wausau, funeral services to follow at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Bruce Lamont officiating. Interment is at Restlawn Memorial Park, followed by a luncheon at St. Mark's Fellowship Hall.

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