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Catherine “Cathy” A. Feierstein

March 3, 1944 - November 19, 2018
Visitation
Holy Apostles Catholic Parish
16000 West National Avenue
New Berlin, WI 53151
(262) 786-7330 |
Saturday 11/24, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Service
Holy Apostles Catholic Parish
16000 West National Avenue
New Berlin, WI 53151
(262) 786-7330 |
Saturday 11/24, 12:00 pm
Memorial

In lieu of flowers, Cathy and her family would appreciate donations be made to St. Jude's Hospital or the Milwaukee Rescue Mission in her memory.

(Nee Gebhard) of New Berlin, WI passed away peacefully on November 19th at the age of 74. She was the first daughter of Gerald and Ilo Gebhard. On August 3rd, 1963, she married the love of her life and devoted husband, Thomas Feierstein. Together they had four children and were blessed with 55 years of marriage. Cathy will be missed by her four children: Robert (Gail); Lori (Chris Pasbrig); John (Michelle); Jim (Hillary Anderson); her grandchildren: Kyle and Randi Feierstein; Caitlyn Pasbrig; Gabriella and Brianna Feierstein; Parker Anderson; her sister Barbra Rounkle and brother Thomas (Roxanne) Gebhard; loving niece Ann Marie Rounkle (Cameron and August Fase). She was preceded in death by her brother Bobby Gebhard.  

Cathy will be fondly remembered for her love of baking. She especially loved spending time in the kitchen with her grandchildren. She enjoyed the time with the grandkids almost as much as they enjoyed the sampling. Cathy cherished the opportunity to make Christmas memorable for everyone in the family. It wasn’t uncommon to spend hours opening her hand-selected gifts. She was a voracious reader and over the course of her life collected a library that she loved to share. Cathy found joy in discovering new and unique destinations. She and Tom developed a love for Door County. Cathy had many hobbies, but her favorites were gardening, crocheting and needlepoint. Cathy gave back to her community by volunteering at Holy Apostles School, Scouting, and La Casa. 

After raising her family, Cathy continued to follow her passion for helping people by returning to school. She graduated from the Waukesha County Technical College with an associate’s degree as a Surgical Technologist. She worked in the industry until retiring to help take care of her parents. 

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 24, 2018, at Holy Apostles Catholic Parish, 16000 West National Avenue, New Berlin, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 PM.

A special thank you to the staff at Allay Hospice and the Memory Care Nurses at Waterford Senior Living for all of the loving care you provided for Catherine.

In lieu of flowers, Cathy and her family would appreciate donations be made to St. Jude’s Hospital or the Milwaukee Rescue Mission in her memory.

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Visitation
Holy Apostles Catholic Parish
16000 West National Avenue
New Berlin, WI 53151
(262) 786-7330 | Map
Saturday 11/24, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Service
Holy Apostles Catholic Parish
16000 West National Avenue
New Berlin, WI 53151
(262) 786-7330 | Map
Saturday 11/24, 12:00 pm
Memorial

In lieu of flowers, Cathy and her family would appreciate donations be made to St. Jude's Hospital or the Milwaukee Rescue Mission in her memory.

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(Nee Gebhard) of New Berlin, WI passed away peacefully on November 19th at the age of 74. She was the first daughter of Gerald and Ilo Gebhard. On August 3rd, 1963, she married the love of her life and devoted husband, Thomas Feierstein. Together they had four children and were blessed with 55 years of marriage. Cathy will be missed byContinue Reading

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Ann-Marie Rounkle left a message on November 24, 2018:
My aunt had the ability to make you feel understood and accepted with just her kind look. She showed me the joy that comes from taking care of people and helping them make memories that last a lifetime. Not many people can make selflessness look so easy. She loved with her whole self and those of us lucky enough to receive it are very lucky.
Shelbie Bertolasi left a message on November 23, 2018:
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt prayers and condolences to you and your family during this time. Blessings Brian and Shelbie Bertolasi
Ted Harry left a message on November 20, 2018:
We are so sorry for your loss. When this happens in our family we need more than human strength. God and his Son can provide what we need. Please review these scriptures : John 5:28-29 “Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice 29 and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life, and those who practiced vile things to a resurrection of judgment.” Revelation 21:4 “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes,and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.
Gabby Feierstein left a message on November 20, 2018:
My favorite memory with Grandma was when we would have tea parties with her tea sets. She would make lemonade and have mini fruit-flavored marshmallows. After that, we would go into the garden and just talk for a while. That was the best.
Cameron Fase left a message on November 19, 2018:
What I will remember most about Cathy is her wonderful warm and caring smile? The many Christmas’ I had the fortune to spend at her home we’re also filled with this warmth. And her caring seems to live on her children and grandchildren. Peace be with you Cathy
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