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Lea E. O'Day

September 23, 1957 - March 5, 2019
Visitation
Krause Funeral Home New Berlin
12401 West National Avenue
New Berlin, WI 53151
Saturday 3/9, 1:30 pm - 4:15 pm
Service
Krause Funeral Home New Berlin
12401 West National Avenue
New Berlin, WI 53151
Saturday 3/9, 4:30 pm
Memorial

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Wisconsin Humane Society are appreciated.

(nee Grunig) Lea found peace, on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, at the age of 61 after a yearlong battle with Lung Cancer. Cherished wife of Brian O’Day. Loving mother of Molly and Colin O’Day. Proud grandma of Alaina Vogt. Devoted aunt of Kimberly (Keilon) Johnson and Brian and Matthew (Meagan) Bilke. Great aunt to Kelly, Adam, Sawyer, Brinley and Everett.

Preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Lucile Grunig; siblings, Arthur Grunig, Clemetina “Tina” Grunig, Oswaldo “Ozzie” Grunig and Paulette Bilke; and uncles, Arthur, Ralph and Leo Breitengross.

Lea graduated from UW Madison in 1979 with a BA in Finance and a BA in Risk Management. She completed her Masters Degree in Tax from UW Milwaukee with honors in 1990. Lea retired as an Executive Director from Ernst & Young LLC in 2018. She enjoyed a long career in Public Accounting and mentoring many others in the industry.

Lea was a warm hearted volunteer for Vitas Hospice where she would visit patients with her pup Dana. She was a passionate volunteer and supporter of the Wisconsin Humane Society.

Visitation will be held at Krause Funeral Home, 12401 West National Avenue, New Berlin, Wisconsin on Saturday, March 9, 2019, from 1:30 PM – 4:15 PM.  Memorial Service at 4:30 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Wisconsin Humane Society are appreciated.

Special thanks to the Doctors and staff at Reiman Cancer Center for their care and compassion.

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Visitation
Krause Funeral Home New Berlin
12401 West National Avenue
New Berlin, WI 53151
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Saturday 3/9, 1:30 pm - 4:15 pm
Service
Krause Funeral Home New Berlin
12401 West National Avenue
New Berlin, WI 53151
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Saturday 3/9, 4:30 pm
Memorial

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Wisconsin Humane Society are appreciated.

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(nee Grunig) Lea found peace, on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, at the age of 61 after a yearlong battle with Lung Cancer. Cherished wife of Brian O’Day. Loving mother of Molly and Colin O’Day. Proud grandma of Alaina Vogt. Devoted aunt of Kimberly (Keilon) Johnson and Brian and Matthew (Meagan) Bilke. Great aunt to Kelly,Continue Reading

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Pat Bachhuber left a message on March 11, 2019:
I am so deeply saddened to learn that this beautiful, fiercely loving and giving woman has passed away. What a fighter and what spirit she had. I will always be inspired by her service. My deepest sympathy goes out to you Brian, your family and all of the friends who know and love her.
Aunt Pat left a message on March 10, 2019:
oh Lea, your last party was the best. Thank you and B.J for including me. I love you all.
Lori Murphy left a message on March 9, 2019:
Lea was the most selfless, considerate woman. She was always thinking of others and wanted to make sure everyone would be ok after she left earth and was welcomed in heaven. We will miss her dearly! ❤️
Warren Klaus left a message on March 8, 2019:
A very classy person all the way. We had some good laughs re to my Winston, English Mastiff some 247 lbs. wjk Will miss this Lady!
Dawn Panfil, Hair Solutions Salon & Spa left a message on March 8, 2019:
Always at your service, we will truly miss you Leah.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Mary(Bunker)Goebel left a message on March 7, 2019:
Thinking of Lea’s family. Shared stories with her about cancer. She fought hard and will be missed. Gone to soon old friend ❤️
Michelle left a message on March 7, 2019:
Aunt Lea you will be deeply missed. Thank you for all the love and support you have given my family and I over the years. Sending love and prayers to the family.
Krause Funeral Home & Cremation Services left a message:
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