Heaven received its newest angel, Shirley Emily Kutchenriter, 87, of Elderon. She passed away peacefully at Marshfield Medical Center in Weston on October 13, 2023. She was born in Tigerton on December 8, 1935, to the late Oscar and Martha (Polley) Johnson.

She was known for an infectious smile that caught the love of her life Leonard Kutchenriter in Cudahy, March 30, 1957. She lived a long life being the best daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, co-worker, neighbor, friend. She enjoyed word searches, playing cards, reading, cooking, and gardening. She loved the Lord and prayed to him everyday and night. She was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church in Tigerton.

Shirley is survived by her children Marsha Streeter, Carla (Michael) Beckman, Gail (Bernie) Andraschko, Mark Kutchenriter who she had a special bond with. They went to church, concerts, casinos, all her doctor's appointments, and numerous other appointments.

Shirley is further survived by her 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her late husband of 53 years Leonard Kutchenriter, the love of her life. Three brothers, two sisters, daughter, Cindy Casanova, son-in-law Jim Streeter and Spider, their special dog.

The family would like to thank Marshfield, Medical Center for their exceptional care, Davita Wausau Dialysis, Compassus Home Care and Community Strong 4 You. Thank you all for the love and support from everyone whose hearts she touched. We miss you but know we'll meet again.

A celebration of life will be held in her honor on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, from 10a.m. to 1 p.m.

John J. Buettgen Funeral Home is assisting family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at HonorOne.com