Carole (Griesbach) Broeren

Carole Broeren, age 85, of Allouez, passed away peacefully at her home on August 1, 2016. The daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Griesbach was born February 1, 1931 in Appleton. After graduating from high school in 1948 at St. Mary’s Menasha, she attended Oshkosh Business College. John E. Broeren and Carole were united in marriage on August 28, 1954 in Appleton. Carole held her family in high regard, and was an especially devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Carole was a longtime member of Oneida Country Club, where she enjoyed golf and tennis. She and Jack were members of Resurrection Catholic Parish in Allouez. Survivors include her husband, Jack; children Carolyn (Patrick) Lorge and Anne (Drew) Millington; grandchildren: Mac Kenzie Broeren, Jack and Casey Lorge, Taylor and Andrew Millington; a brother Joseph (Bud) Griesbach and a daughter-in-law Tina Broeren. Her two sons, Bo and David, preceded her in death. Family and friends may visit at Resurrection Catholic Parish, 333 Hilltop Drive, Allouez, on Thursday, August 4, from 4:00pm until 4:45pm. Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at 5:00pm Thursday with Bishop Robert Morneau officiating. Cotter Funeral Home and Crematory is assisting the family. Online condolences may be sent to www.cotterfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the G.R.A.C.E. Education System. Our family would like to extend a warm thank you to the caregivers from Unity Hospice.