Theresia M. Schneider (nee Milling), formerly of Milwaukee, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2014 at the age of 80 years.

Theresia was born on July 17, 1933 in the former Yugoslavia (now Croatia) to Johann and Maria (nee Nickolas) Milling. She began her work career at Junior House as a power seamstress where they made ladies' garments. She then went on to work for Briggs & Stratton after Junior House closed starting first as a general factory worker and finishing in the housekeeping department.

Theresia loved flowers and her gardens were envied by many. She was also an excellent baker. Her desserts were much anticipated by friends and family as gifts. The afghans and baby blankets crocheted by Theresia are still very much treasured by her loved ones.

Theresia loved animals. She had two Shelties, Daisy and Molly, in earlier years and she was able to enjoy Bella the pug at Serenity Villa in the last year.

Theresia is survived by her children Kathy (Brian) Werner, Hans, and Karl (Holly). She is loving Oma to Brian Jon (Laura) Werner, Jamie Werner, Jesse Przepiora, Jake Schneider, Jami (Digger) Spieker, Katie Steuber, and Alle Schneider. She is further survived by her great-grandchildren Arianna, Abby, Blaise, Jim, and Maddie; and many other relatives and dear friends in both Germany and Austria.

Theresia is preceded in death by her parents Johann and Maria Milling and brother Conrad Milling.

Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until 11:45 AM at Wisconsin Memorial Park- Chapel of the Chimes, 13235 W. Capitol Dr. in Brookfield on Friday, February 14, 2014. Funeral Services will be at 12:00 PM on Friday, February 14, 2014. Entombment will follow services at Wisconsin Memorial Park. Memorials are appreciated to the Alzheimer's Association (620 S. 76th St., #160, Milwaukee, WI 53214) or the American Diabetes Association (attn: Milwaukee WI Office, 2323 N. Mayfair Rd., #502, Wauwatosa, WI, 53226).

The family wishes to express their gratitude to Kim from Horizon Hospice and the staff of Serenity Villa, especially owner Tracey Ehmer, and Dr. Peggy Stickney for all their care and support for Theresia. The kind thoughts and words from all her family at Serenity Villa has also been much appreciated.

The Phillip Funeral Home of West Bend is assisting the family
(262) 338-2050 / www.phillipfuneralhome.com.