Sammy Stockwell
August 12, 2020
I'm so sorry for your lost. Bernice was a sweet lady and I injoyed seeing and talking to her around town. All of you will be in my prayers.
Bernice S. Russ
Jan 05, 1926 - Aug 05, 2020
age 94, of Marinette, formerly Wausaukee, died Wednesday August 5, 2020, at Aurora Medical Center BayArea. She was born in Wausaukee on January 5, 1926; daughter of the late Frank and Francis (Nowak) Figas. Bernice and her husband Matt Jr owned and operated a Dairy Farm for many years. She also worked at local establishments including the Wausaukee Bowl as a cook for 14 years. Bernice loved tending to her garden, and enjoyed playing games and puzzles. She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and the Ladies Society.
Bernice is survived by her three children: Josephine Kokoszka of Green Bay, Stacey Russ of Crivitz, and Michael (Bobbie) Russ of Wausaukee; eight grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; two half- brothers: Tony Figas and Jerry (Rosie) Figas; and four half-sisters: Theresa, Angeline, Veronica, and Betty. She was preceded in death by her husband, Matt; two sons: Robert and Patrick; four sisters: Helen, Ann, Josephine, and Mary; brother, Phil; and son-in-law, John.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday August 11, 2020, at St. Augustine Catholic Church from 10am until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11. For the safety of yourself and others please wear a mask. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.roubalfuneralhome.com
Roubal Funeral Home of Wausaukee is assisting Bernice’s family with arrangements.
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Dean Kobus
August 11, 2020
I will miss you Auntie, you were always so kind and welcoming. It meant a lot to me growing up and it was nice being on the farm all the times we went. I love you and hope you are at peace.
Sharon A. (Johnson) Versland
August 11, 2020
Sending our Condolences to all the Family.
Dawn Burnside
August 8, 2020
Sorry for your loss. I knew Bernice for many years, what a wonderful person she was.
Ronald and Bernie Walters
August 8, 2020
We have fond memories over the years of our Aunt Bernice. We want to express our most heart-felt condolences to the family.
Philip J Figas Jr
August 8, 2020
I’m going to miss auntie forever I loved her very much she was a wonderful wife mother and friend
cathy christensen
August 7, 2020
My deepest sympathy on the loss of Mom. She was a wonderful lady and taught me a lot. I'm sorry I won't be able to be there. Hugs to all. My prayers are with you.