Marion Helen (Traun) Schwab of Plum City, WI died on Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at Chippewa Valley Hospital, Durand, WI. 

Marion was born July 21, 1921 to Edward and Christina (Hetrick) Traun on Traun Bluff in Buffalo County.   During W.W. II she trained and worked as a nurse at Madison General Hospital, Madison, WI.  She relocated to Plum City, WI and worked at Plum City Hospital. She married Bernard John Schwab on Oct. 28, 1943 at St Mary's Catholic Church in Durand, WI. 

Marion is survived by four daughters; Rita (Thomas) Lawton of Box Elder, SD, Suzanne (Dale) Gilles of Plum City, Nancy (Jerome) Ebensperger of Mosinee and Sister Deborah Schwab, FSPA of La Crosse WI,  one brother, Robert (Bernice) Traun of Nelson and one sister, Irene Brion Bluem (Ken) of Durand, eleven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews including two special nephews; Daniel (Annette) Schwab of Hudson and Br. David Schwab, OFM of Mt. Calvary, WI. 

Marion was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sisters Mildred, Lucy, Eleanor, Rose, Esther, Elizabeth, and brother, John.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials, if desired, can be made to the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, 912 Market Street, La Crosse, Wi for ministry to the poor and homeless or to St. Ben's Community Meal, 1015 North 9th St. Milwaukee, WI 53233. 

Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 AM, with rosary at 10:15 AM, Saturday, January 17, 2015 at St John the Baptist Catholic Church, Plum City followed by burial in St John's Cemetery. 

The family wishes to thank staff at the Season's Assisted Living and Plum City Care Centers, Dr. Rucker and staff at Chippewa Valley Hospital, Fr Paul and Fr Eric, and the many family and friends who have provided support in any way to Marion and her family. 

Rhiel's Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.  

Condolences

1. Lynne Devney Willer January 16, 2015, at 7:56pm

   Cousin Rita, Suzanne, Nancy, Sr. Deb and family, on behalf of our family, please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless all of the many years of blessings and great memories of Aunt Marion. I recall as a young girl the visits to the farm and of course all of the Butternut picnic memories. Especially the infamous tree falling! We have a great family history and tradition the Schwab's began many years ago. I am so sorry for your loss, the saddest time of my life has been losing my parents. Our family extends our most heartfelt sympathy to you all. All of our Schwab-OConnell angels around us, as you mourn the loss of your beloved mother. Lynne Devney Willer, brothers Mike, Patrick and David and family.

2. Karen Kappell, FSPA January 16, 2015, at 1:45pm

   My prayers and thoughts are with the family and friends during this time when the lose of Marion weighs on you. May her care and concern for the many she touched during her life give you peace and consolation.

3. Rosemary E Carlisle January 15, 2015, at 4:02pm

   My sincerest sympathy on the loss of Marion. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

4. Joan Weisenbeck, FSPA January 13, 2015, at 11:25am

   Blessings and abundant peace to all of the family as you grieve the loss of Marion. May you be comforted by the reality that she is held in the gracious love and the eternal peace and joy of God.

5. Marie Berger January 12, 2015, at 9:46am

   Marion has inspired me in so many ways. My Sunday morning Communion ministry allowed me to share conversation & very special time together. I will miss her greatly. Truly a woman of exceptional faith. My sympathy to all.

6. Daniel and Annette Schwab January 9, 2015, at 4:45pm

   We have so many wonderful memories of Aunt Marion as a beautiful, loving wife, mother, grandmother and of course the best aunt. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of her loved ones suffering through this difficult time.

7. Marlene Weisenbeck FSPA January 9, 2015, at 3:18pm

   Your mom's journey has been an arduous one. I hope her new eternal life finds her consciously embraced in God's expansive love. Blessings to all!
   Sr. Marlene Weisenbeck FSPA

8. Clarone Brill FSPA January 9, 2015, at 9:22am

   To the family of Marion H. Schwab,

   May you be comforted knowing that we all are still united in the Communion of Saints, Marion in the Saints Triumphant. My sympathy to you all.

9. kelsey lee January 9, 2015, at 6:35am

   To the family of Marion H. Schwab,
   I am sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that "Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit." (Psalm 34:18) With sympathy,

10. Sr. Marcia Baumert January 8, 2015, at 6:30pm

    Marion has left a legacy of love and compassion and determination. I feel so blessed to have had wonderful visits and good laughs and powerful faith conversations with Marion. It is a true honor to have met so many of her family members and witnessed Marion's loving effect. May her friends and family be comforted by sure knowledge of her completion of a life well lived.

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