Mary J. (Schreiner) Peissig

Mary J. Peissig, 69, of Curtiss, died Monday, January 30, 2023 at Marshfield Medical Center after a brief battle with cancer.

She was born March 13, 1953, in Marshfield to George and Monica (Egle) Schreiner and grew up on the family farm. She graduated from Medford High School in 1971.

On July 3, 1971, Mary married Dell Peissig. They resided in the township of Mayville where they farmed until 1991. They resided on the farm until their deaths.

She loved to crochet, knit, and sew. She donated a lot of her crafting to local charities. She also loved to cook and bake, especially with her grandchildren, and also made her own wine. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed spending time outdoors. She traveled during her retirement, including trips to Trinidad, Antigua, and Hawaii. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family.

Dell preceded her in death on November 25, 2015.

She is survived by three children: Jessie (Nigel Gomez) Peissig of Fullerton, CA, Erik (Lovey) Peissig of St. Francis, MN, Ryan (Laura) Peissig of Oshkosh; her brother Dennis and her sisters: Rita, Lolly, Dorothy, Georgene, Callie, Mutzie, and Linda. She is further survived by her grandchildren: Rio, Iva, Emmalynne, River, and Isla.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and her brother George; and her sisters Angie and Millie.

A celebration of life will be held on June 9, 2023 at the Munson Bridge Winery, one of Mary’s favorite places.

Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com.

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