A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater; she was a member of the National Humane Society.
She enjoyed reading, her cats, boating, and dining out at various restaurants.
Survivors include the love of her life, Steve Cielesz; sister, Sue (Dave) Vogelson; special friends, Bob and Nancy; numerous cousins and friends.
Memorial service 1 p.m. Monday, April 27th, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Rock County Humane Society, 222 S. Arch St., Janesville, WI 53548 or Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary, Inc., 111 N. 1st Street, Rockford, IL 61107Online condolences may be submitted at sunsetfhmemgardens.com
