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Elizabeth "Boo" Brown Greeley, 84, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, died peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on July 11, 2013 at Elmbrook Memorial Hospital in Brookfield.
She was born April 9, 1929 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to John Terry Brown and Elizabeth Mann Brown (nee Mann). She married Samuel Elting Greeley on August 25, 1951. She was a graduate of Pine Manor and the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
She was a devoted wife and mother, travelling with Sam, who worked for the J. I. Case Company and was transferred to Montevideo, Uruguay in 1954. The family lived in Montevideo until 1961 when they returned to Racine, Wisconsin. She was active in the Junior League, the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Colonial Dames and the Huguenot Society. Genealogy was her passion and she traced hers as well as Sam's family as far back as the Mayflower.
She was an avid movie fan, collecting 100's of them on 16 millimeter film and showing them to one and all. She loved opera, show tunes and books of all kinds. She was a member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Racine and St. Christopher's Episcopal Church in River Hills.
She is survived by her children Geoffrey (Irene) Greeley of Racine, Virginia (David) Gaulke of Pewaukee and Jack (Jackie) Greeley of Mequon and 12 grandchildren, Samuel and Russell (Krystal) Greeley, Nicolas (Mara), Mark, Adam (Sara), Jason, Emily (Bryan), David and Jacob Gaulke and Alexander, Shannon and Christopher Greeley and 8 great-grandchildren, Ivy Greeley, Eva Greeley, Lucius Gaulke, Evangeline Gaulke, Sophia Gaulke, Elwood Gaulke, Jake Berkholtz and Evelyn Toby and her sister Barbara Brown Lee of New Berlin and other relatives and friends.
The family wishes to thank all the caregivers at St. Camillus and Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare and Hospice.
A memorial service will be held at Forest Home Cemetery Chapel on Wednesday July 17, 2013 at 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials to San Camillo and Forest Home Cemetery in Milwaukee. There will be a private burial service.
"How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard."
"Some people care too much. I think it's called love."
? A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh
My son, keep thy father's commandment, and forsake not the law of thy mother: Bind them continually upon thine heart, and tie them about thy neck. When thou goest, it shall lead thee; when thou sleepest, it shall keep thee; and when thou awakest, it shall talk with thee. Proverbs 6:20-22
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. Ye have heard how I said unto you, I go away, and come again unto you. If ye loved me, ye would rejoice, because I said, I go unto the Father: for my Father is greater than I. And now I have told you before it come to pass, that, when it is come to pass, ye might believe. John 14:27-29
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July 22, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss. With prayers and deepest sympathy. Marilyn Giaimo
July 22, 2013
With prayers and deepest sympathy, Delphine Cannon
July 22, 2013
Your mom was a member of the Milwaukee Chapter DAR - I wish we had heard about her passing so that we could have attended her memoral service. She will be listed in our memorial service.
Jane Bruckner, Milwaukee Chapter DAR
July 17, 2013
Dear Barbara,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your sister.
Sincerely,
Rose Balistreri
July 16, 2013
Barbara Poytinger
Boo's Family,
I was so surprised and lost when I heard that Boo had passed away. While working at St. Camillus I loved being with your mom and talking to her. She was like a "Mom" to me. She had so many interesting stories to tell and loved laughing together. She was a hoot. I loved her very much and will always remember her. I will miss her with all my heart. May God accept her into His loving hands. She is now home with her husband. She missed him quite a bit. My deepest sorrow for all of her family.
July 16, 2013
Mary Read
Dearest Boo was a lovely person and my mentor. I will always cherish our times together. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
July 16, 2013
Dave McCuiston
To Geoff, my sympathy in hearing the news of your mom's passing. After reading the obituary your mom was a very active lady and mom. She was involved with family and church in so many ways. She is rejoicing with the angels in heaven.
Dave McCuiston
July 16, 2013
We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. All of us at Signature Marketing.
July 16, 2013
Dear Geoff, my deepest condolences with the loss of your mother.I wish you a lot of strenght for you and your family.
Alex de Roeper ( the Netherlands )
July 15, 2013
Mr. & Mrs. Tom Hanel
We are sorry for your loss. Tom & Andrea Hanel
It Sounds like she had a full life.
July 15, 2013
Hal Jenkinson
To Geoff, thank you for the insight into your mother. Her nature is certainly exhibited by you and your values. Sorry for your loss.
Respectfully
Hal J
July 15, 2013
Fernando Morales
To my dear friend Geoff and his family. On behalf of my wife Patricia and my own desire to express our deepest condolences for the loss of Mrs. Elizabeth Brown Greeley. Please rest in peace in God's presence. And we pray that our Lord Jesus comfort Geoff and his family in this difficult time. We send a big hug
Fernando Morales
July 14, 2013
Karen Hamilton
I never knew Betty, but just knowing Geoff (and family), she must have been an awesome woman and mother. Condolences to the family.
July 14, 2013
Sarah Hogoboom
Dearest Boo, I miss the wonderful times we had together when Sam and Bill were still with us. So much laughter and fun. Goodbye, sweet friend.
July 14, 2013
Have known Betty since 4 year old kindergarten!! Happy trails dear friend.Nancy Madison Hayes
July 14, 2013
Kristy Bleeke (nee Ruff)
Greeley family, particularly Geoffrey, Irene, Sam and Russell,I am sorry for your loss, and wish you God's peace.
July 12, 2013
Steven Yanick
Although I have only known Boo for almost 3 months, what a great and positive impact she has had on my life. Thank you to Boo's wonderful family for allowing me to be with her, and all of you, as she took her last breath. It was my most sincere privilege and pleasure to read Winnie the Pooh
to her as all of you got some much needed dinner.
As I told all of you last night, who needs Siskle and Ebert, when we had our Boo!!!!
Boo will never be forgotten because she was so well loved! Both Saturday and Sunday will never, ever be the same for me!
Sincerely,
Steven Yanick
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