Jan. 29, 2019 – Slinger, WI – Lois Milis (nee Sund), age 81, was called home to be with her Heavenly Father on January 23, 2019. She died peacefully surrounded by her family. She was born on June 8, 1937, in Shawano, WI to Hildegard and Verneal Schoenick. She married Donald on February 15, 1958 in Shawano. After residing in Milwaukee for 40 years, they moved to Omro, WI in June 2001. Lois enjoyed gardening, bird watching, and spending time with her family.
Lois was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years, parents Hildegard and Verneal, sister Sherry Sumnicht, granddaughter Jordan and grandson Clinton.
Devoted mother of Debbie (Don), Doug, Dawn, Deana (Jeff), Donia (Don), Daniel (Tina), Duane (Erin), and Dean.
Cherished grandmother of Jessica, Christopher, Chelsea, Ryan, Matt, Lauren, Dakota, Tyler, Dustan, Domynick, Mackenzie, Makaila, Danycka, Donald, Cameron, Grace, Lucas, Drake, and Jonathon. Loving great-grandmother of Onyka, Autumn, Solar, Kenadi, Kylie, Charlie, Kaiden, and Nataly.
Lois is survived by her sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends.
The family would like to extend a sincere thank you for the care provided by Serenity Villa caregivers and staff over the past 4 years. Also, to Horizon Home Care and Hospice for their compassionate care.
Visitation will be held Friday, February 1st from 5-7 p.m. with a service to follow at Kwiatkowski Funeral Home in Omro, WI. Private burial at 11:00 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery in Shawano, WI on Saturday, February 2nd.
A memorial in her name has been established.