Lillian I. Beiser, 92, of Kenosha, passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2011, at Golden Living Center with her family by her side. Born on June 3, 1918, in Lake Villa, IL, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Helena (Sheehan) Atwell. She was educated in the schools of Illinois. On October 7, 1938, in a beauty contest, she was crowned Lake County Queen. Being musically inclined, she participated in several home talent shows sponsored by WLS. On January 31, 1943, she married Nathan Beiser, USNR, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Round Lake, IL. In 1961 they came to Kenosha with their four children to make their home. She was a member of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Surviving Lillian are her three children, Richard, Deborah and Rodney (Mechelle) Beiser, all of Kenosha; four grandchildren, Jason Beiser, Lara Tutor, Erica Beiser and Joshua Beiser; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nathan; a son, Rodrick Beiser; a brother, Homer; and two sisters, Edith and Mary. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 1st, from Proko Funeral Home at 9:30 a.m. Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Oakdale Cemetery in Zion, IL. Visitation will be held on Monday at Proko Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Proko Funeral Home.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Lillian’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Brenda Kamm Zekovic
February 6, 2011
Dear Rick, Debbie and Rod,I have just heard the sad news about the passing of your dear mother. She will always hold a special place in my heart. I remember her as a remarkable woman who genuinely appreciated life's small pleasures and lived life to the fullest. She kept her faith always and faced obstacles with uncomplaining courage. She was indeed a rare woman and I feel fortunate to have known her. I am so sorry that I missed her funeral. With Deepest Sympathy, Brenda
Tammy Smith
February 4, 2011
So sorry to hear about Lillians death. She was a very strong woman. My condolences go out to the family.