Clare Mae Faulkner

Aug 28, 1931 – Nov 30, 2022

Service Details

Family and friends are invited to meet at the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at 2pm for the service. Burial will be private.

Memorial Suggestions

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to: K9s for Warriors at https://k9sforwarriors.org or 114 Camp K9 Road, Ponte Vedra, FL 32081

Oak Creek – Mrs. Clare M. Faulkner, 91, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 30, 2022.

She was born in Cudahy on August 28, 1931, the daughter of the late Morris and Clara Hogard. On March 12, 1955, she was united in marriage to Carl E. Rasmussen. Together they raised their family, a son Timothy (Tim) and daughter Susan until Carl passed away from cancer in 1975.

Clare married Richard G. Faulkner on November 27th, 1983 in Racine. They enjoyed their retirement years dining out and traveling. They wintered in Englewood, FL for several years. They experienced European vacations with their friends to Spain, Portugal, Austria, and Switzerland with Clare often commenting that Switzerland was her favorite. She enjoyed traveling to visit friends and family in Canada, Michigan, Minnesota, Texas, and Virginia.

Clare worked as a secretary before marrying and later with Manpower. She took great pride in maintaining her home and enjoyed decorating and shopping which she affectionately called “doing research”.

Clare is survived by her daughter Susan (Glen) Rogers of Ponte Vedra, Fl, grandchildren Alex and Krista Jacobson, step-daughters Cynthia Madson and Christi Kemp of Milwaukee, step-grandchildren Bryan Madson and Stacy (Eric) Madson, 7 step-great grandchildren, sister Sonia (James) Thompson of Oak Creek, brother Morris (Kathy) Hogard of Washington Island, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husbands Carl and Richard, and aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A heartfelt thank you to the team at Meadowmere Assisted Living in Oak Creek and St. Croix Hospice.

Guestbook Entries

Karl and Kristina Hogard says

December 4, 2022 at 6:18 pm

Our deepest condolences.

Sign the Guestbook

December 1, 2023

My siblings and I recently had the unfortunate experience of having to plan a funeral for our beloved mother – Juana Munoz. During this difficult time, we were fortunate enough to come across a funeral home that truly went above and beyond what was expected. Their attention to detail and dedication to ensuring our comfort and safety throughout the entire process was truly remarkable. From the moment we stepped foot into the funeral home, we were greeted with warmth and compassion. The staff members, but specifically Mark was incredibly understanding and empathetic, making us feel at ease during such a challenging time. Mark took the time to listen to our needs and wishes, and his guidance and support were invaluable. One aspect that truly stood out was Mark’s meticulous attention to detail. He paid close attention to every aspect of the funeral arrangements, ensuring that nothing was overlooked. From the floral arrangements to the music selection, every detail was carefully considered and executed flawlessly. Mark even noticed that the temperature in the room was getting warm and promptly adjusted it to ensure our comfort. What impressed me the most was their commitment to our safety. Mark and his team took every precaution to ensure that our family and guests were protected throughout the entire process. From the funeral home to the cemetery, Mark made sure that all safety measures were in place, including providing hand sanitizers, and even arranging for additional staff members to assist with crowd control. Furthermore, Mark’s professionalism and organization was evident in every aspect of the funeral service. He coordinated seamlessly with the cemetery staff, ensuring a smooth transition from the funeral home to the final resting place. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence truly made a difference in our overall experience. In addition to their exceptional service, the funeral home also provided us with resources and support beyond the funeral itself. They offered grief counseling services and connected us with local support groups, which proved to be invaluable during our grieving process. Overall, we cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional service provided by Mark, and broader, Draeger Langendorf team. Their attention to detail, commitment to our safety, and genuine compassion made a difficult time a little more bearable. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of funeral arrangements, as they truly go above and beyond to ensure that every detail is taken care of and that families are supported throughout . the entire process. – Epifanio and The Munoz Family

View all Testimonials