Obituaries
Nancy "PeeWee" C Wilson
Oct. 23, 1939 - June 19, 2025 - Stockbridge, WI
Funeral Service
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
11:00 am
120 Davis St.
Stockbridge, WI 53088
Funeral Visitation
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
9:00 am - 10:45 am
120 Davis St.
Stockbridge, WI 53088
Burial Service
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
12:30 pm
Moore Rd.
Stockbridge, WI 53088
Nancy "PeeWee" C Wilson
Stockbridge WI
Nancy C. “PeeWee” Wilson, age 85, of Stockbridge, died on June 19, 2025, at Willowdale Health Services in New Holstein. She was born October 23, 1939, daughter of the late Elmer and Mary (Head) Diedrich. On October 31, 1959, she married Robert Wilson and they had five children.
Nancy was 1 of 8 children, always receiving hand-me-downs. She had two pairs of shoes: one for the garden and one good pair that she wore on Sundays. She received her own pair of new shoes once and quickly earned the nickname “Fancy Pants” because she would stop every few steps and wipe them clean. She said, “You cherish everything you had because it was hard-earned.”
She went to Stockbridge Catholic School and High School, and then headed to Appleton for vocational school, which Robert called “Vogy Tech.” She rented an apartment there with June Burg, Bunny Parsons, Marykay Schumacher, and Carol Heller. One night, Ben and Robert came to visit and the ladies were having popcorn for dinner. The boys were nice enough to take them out to dinner instead.
Nancy worked different jobs throughout her life, as secretary at the vocational school, clerk and stock lady at Hemauers Grocery Store, in Hilbert at the pea factory, and at Bowlby’s Candy in Appleton (which must have been what made her so sweet). She taught religion classes at St. Mary and was a longtime member of the Christian Mothers. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary and served as their secretary for a number of years. Aside from her responsibilities, Nancy enjoyed sturgeon fishing and was on the bowling team called The Short Circuits. This team consisted of Judy Karls, June Burg, Pee-Wee Wilson, Dorothy Levknecht, Diny Westenberger, Barb Cook, and Pat Millay. She also arranged flowers for weddings and made wedding candles. She reminded her family, “You gotta earn life; it is not given,” and, “Life is what you make it.”
Nancy is survived by her husband, Robert; her children: Gail (Rich) Thiel, Linda (Rick) Meyers, Scott (Theresa) Wilson, Connie (Matthew) Respicio, and Randy (John Raleigh) Wilson; four grandchildren: Sarah Thiel, Ryan Meyers, Dustin Meyers, and Shayna (Mark) Tasch; three great-grandchildren: Trenton Hegewald, Lexi Tasch, and Milly Tasch; siblings: Janet (Gary) Steinmetz, Carol Sneath, and Mary Beth (Daryl) Kingsley; and in-laws: Janet Dehn and Kay Hostettler.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Mary; and siblings: Betty Diedrich, Donny Diedrich, Pat (Jim) Millay, and Shirley Hostettler.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at St. Mary of the Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Stockbridge (120 Davis St.), with Fr. Michael Betley officiating. Friends may call from 9:00 am until 10:45 am at the church prior to service. Nancy’s remains will be laid to rest at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Stockbridge following the funeral service.
The family would like to thank the staff at Willowdale who gave mom exceptional care and support during her final days. Everyone from the hospice team, pastoral care, and all the many nurses and CNAs truly made a difference. We would also like to thank everyone who visited mom at Willowdale.
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Connie and whole family May your mother now enjoy her heavenly life with pain free and with the rest of her family and friends who Ihave reach heaven before her. She will alway be in your hearts and let the memories of her help you though this difficult time. She loved her family and live a humble life. Mom Wilson was kind, funny and caring person and who ever her children friends were she just call me mom Wilson. I will miss her dearly. As you say good bye and laying her to rest she will be watching above smiling down on all of you and saying that’s my lovely family coming together and support each other and looking after the love of my life their father. Prayer are with all of you. ?????????????????? Julie
Julie Pasterski (Friend of family) 2025-07-02 09:17:44
Our most heartfelt condolences for the loss of your beloved mother, so glad she was surrounded by family. Big hugs and lots of Aloha from all of the Andaya ohana
Andaya Ohana from Hawaii (Friend of daughter Connie) 2025-07-01 01:55:01
Traci and I would like to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. We will not be able to join you in Nancy's celebration of life service, but will have you all in our thoughts and prayers. Terry and Traci Ecker
Terry and Traci Ecker (Friends) 2025-06-30 09:04:04
To the entire Wilson family, sorry for the loss of your mother/mother in-law.
Gordon and Carla Bratz (Friend) 2025-06-25 07:35:16
Ms. Kani, Gail, Mr. Randy and the entire Wilson family... Our deepest and sincere sympathy for your loss... May your heart and minds be comforted during these difficult times,and may y'all find a peaceful mindsets of the joyful memories of times of old with your mother Nancy Pee Wee Wilson aka Mom! Ms. Nancy may your candle shine so brightly as you head towards the "Pearly Gates" fitted for your wings! Always a friend indeed Nathan and Patricia Neal Your Hawaiian friends... Rest in Peace
Nathan Neal (Friend of Nancy's Children ) 2025-06-24 09:50:14
We have such fond memories of fun times with PeeWee out on the lake. Cherish the photo of us all in a row on the ice with our fish. God bless her. Our deepest sympathy. John and Judith Bloom
John and Judith Bloom (Sturgeon Spearing Pals) 2025-06-23 11:41:45
Sorry for your loss Gail hugs sent
Sandy Dietz (Friend) 2025-06-23 07:28:36
Oh the laughs we shared hanging out at Janet's house! Once we got started we didn't stop! I miss that! I miss the rummage sales too! You brought such joy to so many. You were such a sweetheart! Everyone knew that! Bob, Gail, and the rest of the Wilson family, you have my sincere condolences. You're all in my prayers ???? RIP Nancy!
Kathy Kuhn (Friend) 2025-06-22 12:16:38
Gail and family sorry for your loss
Marlene and Frank Schneider (Relative ) 2025-06-22 11:01:20
Gail and family, So sorry for your loss! Sending caring thoughts to you and your family!
Judy Woelfel (New Holstein) 2025-06-22 09:32:52
Sending our deepest sympathy to the Wilson family. Nancy was truly a woman who always welcomed you into her house and heart. Loved all the special moments with her and Bob through the years,especially all the meals, laughs and drinks that centered around their kitchen table. She always had a smile and continuous jokes that pulled you in and made you feel welcomed. She truly was a beautiful woman who raised an amazing family. She has touched so many hearts and will be greatly missed.
Ann and Tim Knoespel (Family friend) 2025-06-22 07:36:38
My deepest sympathy for all who loved Nancy. She was an amazing woman, she brought such joy to us all. She will be missed by us all at Willowdale, we will miss her snappy comments and her smile. May God comfort you all during this tough time.
Nikki (Willowdale Employee) 2025-06-22 06:33:39
My deepest condolences to the family. Rest in peace sweet Nancy. .??????????????????
Pam Glatt (Friend) 2025-06-21 21:55:26
We are sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. We will miss seeing you at Willowdale.
Art & Karen Lisowe (Friend) 2025-06-21 18:08:56
I'll always remember the night we sat and named your doll "Little Ricky ". Thank you for being my friend. My thoughts and prayers ???? are with your whole family. Thank you for letting me be there when it went down and for the caps. I will never forget ANY of you and God bless you all.
Nadine (Vic) Guckeisen (Friend) 2025-06-21 13:57:37
I truly enjoyed my weekly visits with Nancy over the past year(plus). I will miss her.
Grace Flora (friend) 2025-06-21 06:40:40
My deepest sympathy for the family.
Joann Muellenbach (Friend of family) 2025-06-20 17:20:00
Pee Wee was a wonderful woman. It was my pleasure to call her friend and neighbor.
Mary M Muellenbach (friend) 2025-06-20 14:23:15
Thank you Nancy for all the fun memories you gave us in that little purple house. Rest in peace, you did well.
Melanie Lee (Friend of Randy’s ) 2025-06-20 07:50:01
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