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In keeping with Roberta’s wishes, a family celebration will be held at a later date, where the family will gather to celebrate a life lived with boundless love, unmatched dedication, and eternal grace.
In loving memory of the beloved Roberta Jane Fenkl, whose presence graced this world from January 29, 1948, to November 8, 2024. Born in Racine, WI, she lived a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion. Though parted from this world in the gentle embrace of nature’s call, Roberta’s spirit forever resides in the hearts of those who knew her.
Roberta was united in marriage with Dieter Fenkl in August 1970, a union that blossomed into a tapestry of shared memories and unwavering love. Alongside her siblings, Robert and Jeff Tilidetzke, and sister Marcia Russell, she journeyed through life, embracing its joys and sorrows with unwavering grace.
Roberta embarked on her journey through life with a High School Diploma from Horlick High School in 1966. She enjoyed her career at The Prairie School as a Facilities team member, where she diligently served until her well-deserved retirement.
A beacon of warmth and hospitality, Roberta delighted in preparing meals for her cherished family, with Rouladen and Sloppy Joes being among the favorites. Her days were spent unraveling puzzles, watching game shows, soap operas, and Lifetime movies, and relishing life’s simple pleasures. Endowed with a love for canines, she found happiness and comfort in the presence of her loyal furry companions, who, like her, offered unconditional love and companionship.
Roberta loved having fun with her family. She especially found joy in traveling to favorite destinations such as Las Vegas and Disney World, where she forged enduring memories with her loved ones. Yet, above all, she was most fulfilled by the loving embrace of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Their laughter, their smiles, and their tender affections illuminated her days with incandescent joy.
Roberta leaves to cherish her memory, her children, Richard (Jennifer) Fenkl, Michael (Paula) Fenkl, Kevin (Kristan) Fenkl, Kristy (Shane) Rangel, Brian (Danielle) Fenkl; grandchildren, Jacob, Elizabeth (Randy), Stephani (Edsel), Rhonda (Tyler), Trevor (Rachael), Zander, Cole, Charlotte, Aiden, Savannah; great-grandchildren, Derrick, Rylee, Leo, Presley, Ryane; brothers, Robert Tilidetzke, Jeff (Sue) Tilidetzke; sister, Marcia (Scott) Russell; fury canine companions, Tara, Tanya, Trixie; other relatives and dear friends too numerous to mention.
Roberta is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Alice Tilidetzke; in-laws, Louie and Karin Fenkl; husband, Dieter Fenkl; and infant daughter, Michelle Fenkl.
The family would like to extend a heart-felt “Thank You” to the staff at Compassus Hospice for the care given to Roberta and her family during this difficult time.
In keeping with Roberta’s wishes, a family celebration will be held at a later date, where the family will gather to celebrate a life lived with boundless love, unmatched dedication, and eternal grace.
May her essence continue to guide us, a gentle whisper in the winds of memory, forevermore.
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