Fourth Generation

179. Larry Gene PETH was born on 9 September 1938 in Monroe County, WI.^10,50 He appeared in the census in 1940 in Wilton Township, Monroe County, WI.⁷³

Larry Gene PETH and Marlene Elizabeth GEIER were married on 3 March 1962 in Kenosha, Kenosha County, WI.^10,190 Marlene Elizabeth GEIER, daughter of Basilus Isadore GEIER and Frances A. RONDORF, was born on 19 December 1942 in Wilton, Wilton Township, Monroe County, WI.⁵⁰ She died on 27 January 2022 at the age of 79 in Tomah, Tomah Township, Monroe County, WI.¹⁹⁰ Obituary Notes: "Marlene Elizabeth Peth, 79 of Tomah passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2022, at her home. She was born December 19, 1942, to Basilius and Frances (Rondorf) Geier in Wilton. Marlene was a member of the Wilton High School Graduating Class of 1960.

On March 3, 1962, Marlene was united in marriage to Larry Gene Peth in Kenosha. Early on in their marriage, Larry took employment with American Motors, and they purchased their first home in Kenosha. In 1972, they relocated back to Tomah where they have resided here since.

Along with being a wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker, Marlene was a familiar face behind the checkout line. She was a cashier for Cram’s grocery store, which became D.J.’s, and then later on at Burnstads. She had a knack for remembering the faces that came through her grocery line and found a way to have a quick conversation with anyone. She had an infectious smile and loved to laugh and joke.

When the time was right, Marlene hung up her clerk’s apron and took up her most rewarding and meaningful job: being a grandmother. She was affectionately known as Nana by her grandchildren. Living close to her daughter, Krissy, she was blessed to be the primary daycare for her Bobby and Danny. She was so very proud of all her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved to “brag” about their accomplishments, no matter how big or small. She was so very proud of all of them.

Grabbing coffee at a family or neighbor’s house, catching up on the latest news among the extended family, trips to the casino, grabbing a bite to eat at Culver’s, taking a car ride with Larry, and enjoying crisp fall days were some of Marlene’s favorite things to do. With, 12 siblings and a large extended family, Marlene’s fondness for gathering with family and friends allowed for some of the most memorable times. She was beyond blessed with an overwhelming amount of love.

She is survived by her husband, Larry of Tomah, children, Kelli (Rob) Mabry of Pocahontas, VA, and Krissy (Bob) Darlington of Tomah, Grandchildren, Bobby (Amber) Darlington and Danny (Ryan) Darlington of Tomah, Chelsea (Mark) Uhlott of Penfield, IL, Trisha Peth of Platteville, and a great-grandson, Logan Uhlott. Sisters, Connie Lewis of Texas, Berdella Butzler, and Helen Summerfield both of Sparta, and sisters-in-law, Aleda Moseley of Warrens and Bertha Geier. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, many cousins, other relatives, and friends.

She was preceded in death by a son, Todd, siblings and their spouses, Omer (Karen) Geier, Adaline (Raymond) Donskey, Annabella (Leonard) Von Ruden, George (Bonnie) Geier, Isidore Geier, Larry (Myrtle) Geier, Arnold (Mary Ann) Geier, Wilbert Geier, Irma (LaVern) Von Ruden, Carl Lewis, Gerald Butzler, Evan Summerfield, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Darlene and Arlie Jenks, Gene Moseley, DeVere and Shirley Peth, Gary, and Mary Jane Peth.

Due to Covid 19 and According to her wishes, a Celebration of Life gathering will be held at a later date."

Larry Gene PETH and Marlene Elizabeth GEIER had the following children: