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The celebration of her life will be held in the funeral home on Friday, November 5th at 6:00 p.m. Visitation will be in the funeral home on that Friday from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the service.
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Betty Jean Cihler, 89, of Racine, passed away peacefully at Ascension-All Saints Hospital on Thursday, October 28, 2021. She was born in Racine on February 4, 1932, the daughter of the late Viggo and Anna (nee: Nielson) Nielsen.
She was united in marriage to Eugene “Cy” Cihler who preceded her in death on November 22, 1995. In addition to her parents and beloved husband, Betty was preceded in death by her eight brothers and sisters.
Her family was everything to her, and all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought a very special joy to her life. Betty Cihler, known as “Ma Ci” to all, leaves behind her five loving sons: Frank Cihler, John Cihler, Victor (Jennifer) Cihler, David (Dawn Squirrel) Cihler, and Rick (Vickie) Cihler, all of Racine. She was deeply loved and cherished by her grandchildren, Michelle (Michael) Dlugi, Angela Leal, Rose Cihler, Victor (Angel) Cihler Jr., John David (Sarah) Cihler, John Matthew Cihler, Samantha Cihler, Crystal Cihler, Jade Cihler, Raven Cihler, Axel Cihler, Laine (Jacob) Scharding, Cayce ( Jason) Price, and Henry (Evana Juarez) Cihler. Betty was every child’s grandma and will be missed so much by her great-grandchildren (29) and one great-great-grandchild who called her “Grandma Birdie”. She is further survived by her sister-in-law, Karen Nielsen, her niece, Janet Nielsen, her nephew, Robert McMahon, and many, many other friends and people whose lives she has touched over the years.
Betty had an infectious smile that would light up any room. She made everyone feel welcome and was loved by all. Betty was a longtime employee of the Elmwood Bar and Restaurant. She was an avid reader and bird watcher, loved playing cards and Bingo, going to rummage sales, and eating Mexican food. She loved Christmas, but what she loved most of all about Christmas is the Christmas Program that her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren would perform for her every year.
Betty was truly a wonderful woman and will always be “Our Sunshine”.
Jenn. says
Victor and Jennifer Cihler.
Jenn. says
Victor and Jennifer Cihler.
Chris and Carla says
Victor and Jen so sorry to read of your moms passing. Loosing a parent is hard. Chris and I will keep you in our thoughts .
Carol Vetter Harris says
Frank and John
I remember your mom from the neighborhood. She always had a beautiful, wide smile when I would see her. You kids gave her plenty to worry about and through it all she loved everyone of you unconditionally. Moms are the best.
Michael and Jan McGR says
Michael and Jan send deepest condolences to the family. We were fortunate to meet Ma Ci….hugs to all of our Wisconsin family!! We love you! RIP Ma,!!
Michael and Jan Mcgraw says
Michael and Jan send thier deepest condolences to the Cihle r family. Betty was your matriarch and a very honored family member. Sending all our love.
Debbi V says
She was a wonderful lady. Always smiling.
Pete and Michelle Scharding says
We are so very sorry for your loss of your mother!
Robert J Folk jr says
So sorry for everyone’s loss.