1915
Irene
2010
Irene Maas
November 17, 1915 — July 18, 2010
Irene Helen Borth was born November 17, 1915 in the Town of Stettin to the late William and Maratha (Geier) Borth. On June 6, 1936 Irene was united in marriage to Arnold B. Maas at Trinity Lutheran Church, Wausau. Irene and Arnold celebrated almost 50 wonderful years together prior to his death May 19, 1986.
Irene possessed a strong work ethic that showed in her dedication to family and home. She was a wonderful home style cook and fantastic baker of sweet treats. Christmas time was always her favorite with its colorful decorations and seasonal music. Her strong and unshakable faith was the cornerstone of her life both at home and at Pilgrim Lutheran Church. Irene was very active at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, participating in the Hope Circle, the Busy Bee’s Quilting and in the kitchen. In her free time, she enjoyed sewing, card playing, traveling and decorative crafts. Irene Maas, 94, Wausau, died Sunday, July 18, 2010 at the Hospice House under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
Irene is survived by her son, Gary Maas and her sister, Kathryn Lawrence. She is preceded in death by her sisters, Leona Anklam, Edna Zeinert, Dorothy Borth, Virginia Wirkus and Lucille Stadler; and brother, Eugene Maas.
Funeral service will be 11:00 AM on Thursday, July 22, 2010 at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Wausau. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM and last until the time of service at 11:00 AM at the church on Thursday. Reverend Paulette Creswell will be officiating. There will be a private burial at Pine Grove Cemetery. You may sign our family guestbook at the church or at www.helke.com.
Irene possessed a strong work ethic that showed in her dedication to family and home. She was a wonderful home style cook and fantastic baker of sweet treats. Christmas time was always her favorite with its colorful decorations and seasonal music. Her strong and unshakable faith was the cornerstone of her life both at home and at Pilgrim Lutheran Church. Irene was very active at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, participating in the Hope Circle, the Busy Bee’s Quilting and in the kitchen. In her free time, she enjoyed sewing, card playing, traveling and decorative crafts. Irene Maas, 94, Wausau, died Sunday, July 18, 2010 at the Hospice House under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
Irene is survived by her son, Gary Maas and her sister, Kathryn Lawrence. She is preceded in death by her sisters, Leona Anklam, Edna Zeinert, Dorothy Borth, Virginia Wirkus and Lucille Stadler; and brother, Eugene Maas.
Funeral service will be 11:00 AM on Thursday, July 22, 2010 at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Wausau. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM and last until the time of service at 11:00 AM at the church on Thursday. Reverend Paulette Creswell will be officiating. There will be a private burial at Pine Grove Cemetery. You may sign our family guestbook at the church or at www.helke.com.
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