Obituaries
Marlene V Bancroft
Mar. 24, 1937 - Sept. 21, 2026 - Chilton, WI
Marlene V Bancroft
Chilton WI
Marlene V. Bancroft, age 89, of Chilton, died on September 21, 2026, at Century Ridge Assisted Living in Chilton. She was born March 24, 1937, daughter of the late Albert and Lydia Sartori. She graduated from Chilton High School in 1954 and later married Harold “Hal” Bancroft.
Marlene enjoyed reading, puzzles, and embroidery, but she excelled at cooking. Her family called her the “Cookie Queen,” and many visitors to her home went home with a batch of her amazing chocolate chip cookies. When her children grew up and left home, Marlene spent time working at Vern’s Cheese, Schmidt Clothing, and New Hope Center.
Marlene is survived by her children: Gary (Mary Kay) Bancroft, Scott (Donna) Bancroft, Brian Bancroft, and Julie Cullen (Pete); grandchildren: Brandon (Emily) Bancroft, Heather Bancroft, Kyle Bancroft, Ryan Bancroft, Alyssa (Scott) Thiel, Nicole (Camden) Horner, Zachery Bancroft, and Eli Bancroft; four great-grandchildren: Wyatt, Cameron, Vivian, and Hayden; a sister: Sharon Chause; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Marlene was preceded in death by her husband, Hal; her parents: Albert and Lydia; sisters: Janet Maile and Alice Davis; and in-laws: Joe Chause, Gene Maile, John Davis, Roy (Marge) Bancroft, Helen (Athniel) Jaschob, Ruth (Norval) Hunt, Hazel (Ellsworth) Schutte, and Bernice (Gerald) Jost.
Private services are being held.
The family would like to thank The Homestead, Century Ridge, and Heartland Hospice for all of their help and care of Marlene.
Condolences
So sorry for your loss.
Steve Grosklaus (Friend ) 2026-09-28 17:01:35
Bancroft family, we extend our deepest sympathy on the passing of you dear and caring mother, grandmother, and mother in law. She truly was a precious and caring person. We enjoyed our visits and outings with Marlene and Hal and will treasure the fond memories. May your family find comfort in all the memories you have created over the years. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Daniel and SandyChristopherson (Friends of the family) 2026-09-28 10:26:20
God bless all , our prayers are with you.
Ellie Papendieck (Friend of Scott and Donna) 2026-09-27 21:17:50
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your Mom. Your Family was special to my Family. Rita
Rita Jandrey Hillmann (Friend & Neighbor) 2026-09-26 17:16:03
Sending our condolences to the family.
Larry & Barb Joas (friends of family) 2026-09-23 17:09:58
Bancroft family you have our sympathy
Arlene Brenner (Aquntice ) 2026-09-23 16:51:54
My Condolences to the Family, You’re in My Thoughts and Prayers,
Marlene Grenzer (Friend of the Family) 2026-09-23 13:02:19
My thoughts and prayers are with the family . My parent Peter and Verona Schmahl were best friends with Al and Lydia and my sister Pat Bailey and husband Lloyd were best friends with Marlene and Hal . Many of my memories of my youth included the Sartori family . God Bless all of you
Diane Rose Schmahl (Friend of family) 2026-09-23 10:16:22
Scott and family sorry to hear about the loss of your mom
Doug Woelfel (Friend ) 2026-09-23 09:33:56
To the family of Marlene Bancroft you have my deepest Sympathy and prayers in this time of Loss.
Gary Lee Sturtz (Friend ) 2026-09-22 22:03:06
Scott,Donna & boys,we are so sorry for your loss. Marlene was just the sweetest lady. Enjoyed working w/ her & seeing her in church every week.Please accept our deepest sympathies.??????????
Lori & Bob Olson (Friend) 2026-09-22 20:30:29
Scott ,Donna, Kyle and Ryan you have my most sincere condolences in the passing of your dear Mother, Mother-in-law, and Grandmother. She leaves you with many valued memories. May she Rest In Peace.
Kathy Burg (Friend) 2026-09-22 09:31:45
My deepest sympathy ???? for you and your family.
Joann Muellenbach (Friend of family ) 2026-09-22 09:06:06
Condolences to you and your Family
Ken Kuchenbecker (Friend) 2026-09-22 08:46:37
Scott ,Donna, Kyle and Ryan you have my most sincere condolences in the passing of your dear Mother, Mother-in-law, and Grandmother. She leaves you with many valued memories. May she Rest In Peace.
Kathy Burg (Friend) 2026-09-22 05:49:06
Our parents were good friends from way back. As young kids, Bancrofts lived upstairs and we lived downstairs at 221 Manhattan St. As a teenager, I was their babysitter. Marlene always, always had something yummy she had baked. Gary, Scott, Julie and Brian, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful lady.
Sheri Daun-Bedford (Friend of the family) 2026-09-21 23:04:50
Marlene was a wonderful friend and lots of memories when we lived next door on Bancroft Rd. Gary, Scott, Julie and Brian you had a caring mother who will be greatly missed.
Joy & Fran Schmitz (Friend) 2026-09-21 19:16:19
Was great getting to know Marlene when she was living across the hall from me at the Commons. We both loved to read and enjoyed sharing the same books from the library. God's Blessings to Marlene's family. She will be missed!
Carol Eickert (Friend) 2026-09-21 18:50:25
Marlene was such a nice and friendly lady. I got to know her when she lived next door to me at the Uptown Commons. Rest in peace Marlene and God Bless You
karen pingel swonger (friend) 2026-09-21 17:51:13
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