Nancy Oswald
September 18, 1936 - July 30, 2024
Obituary
Verona - Nancy Rose Oswald, age 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 30, 2024. She lived life to its fullest and positively impacted many lives with her kindness and giving nature.
Nancy, the youngest of three children of Edward and Florence Micka, was born on September 18, 1936, in Darlington, Wisconsin. She graduated from Darlington High School and obtained her teaching degree from UW-Platteville. After college, she lived in Waukesha, Wisconsin, where she met her husband, Garner Oswald. They then built a life together in Verona, Wisconsin. She dedicated over thirty years of her life to educating young minds, teaching both kindergarten and first grade in the Verona Area School District. Many of her former students spoke of the lasting influence she had on their lives.
She always put family first and had boundless love for her husband, three daughters, their husbands and her grandchildren. Throughout her life she enjoyed going to her children’s music competitions, her grandchildren’s sports games and concerts, family trips to Colorado and California, and summers in Bagley, Wisconsin. She had a very creative side and made use of her art degree by making crafts of all kinds.
Her life was guided by her deep faith in God. Nancy had a charitable spirit and some of her best friends were the ladies of St. Andrew’s Council of Catholic Women (CCW). She spent countless hours volunteering at various church functions. She also served as the CCW treasurer for decades.
She is survived by her husband of sixty-three years, Garner Oswald; three daughters Beth (Kevin) Barwick, Molly (Karl Fekete) Oswald and Kris (Mike) Trapp; two grandchildren Dr. Corey Barwick and Ashley (Adrian) Brambila.
She is also survived by her brother Dr. Joseph Micka; nieces Sara (Salvatore) Patricolo and Pauline (Billy) Halacka; nephew Paul (Michelle) Micka; and great-nephews Jonathan and Matthew Micka.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, sister Norma Bahowick, brother-in-law Frank Bahowick, sister-in-law Mary Micka, father-in-law Franklin Oswald, mother-in-law Caroline Oswald and great granddaughter, Catalina Brambila.
In accordance with Nancy’s wishes, a private family service is planned. In lieu of flowers, Nancy requested that donations be made to Society of Saint Vincent DePaul.
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Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Verona Chapel
220 Enterprise Drive
608-845-6625
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Beautiful Dreams was sent
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Beautiful Dreams was sent for Nancy Rose Oswald - August 04, 2024
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Emily R. Kapszukiewicz
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Emily R. Kapszukiewicz sent Beautiful Dreams for Nancy Rose Oswald - August 06, 2024
We are so sorry for the family's loss of Grandma Oswald, such a sweet and loving woman. Our thoughts are with the family. May she rest in peace.
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The Peace Lily was sent
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The Peace Lily was sent for Nancy Rose Oswald - August 07, 2024
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Pat Wehrley
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Dear Ozzie, Beth, Molly and Kris, My heart goes out to all of you at this very difficult time. So many memories I have of your wife and mother over the years of teaching with her. Her smile and positive attitude was always appreciated by the Verona staff at the school. Her witchy performances every Halloween brought smiles to many. All her years of providing lunches at funerals and organizing the church bazaars will go down in history as the longest tenure. She brought happiness to many students and staff. She will be greatly missed. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sending huge hugs to your family.
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Danita Warner
Other • 9 months ago
Dear Ozzie, Beth, Molly and Kris. I have such fond memories of Ozzie and your mom from all the band shows that we did over the years in high school. She was such a sweet lady and always had a smile on her face. Prayers and thought to your entire family.
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Marion Howard
Other • 9 months ago
My most sincere sympathy to all of Nancy's family. May your memories bring you comfort. Cousin Marion Howard in Darlington.