Irene L. (Kojis) Carter, 83, Burlington, died Feb. 23, 2016, at Holton Manor, Elkhorn. She was born in Waterford on Nov. 3, 1932, to the late George and Elizabeth (Steffek) Kojis.
She was a graduate of Waterford High and on Sept. 20, 1952, she married Vernon ‘Nick’ Carter who preceded her in death on Dec. 16, 1996. They lived near Honey Lake most of their life and raised three beloved children, Glen, Sandy and Lynn.
She was an avid Packer fan and NASCAR fan. In her early days she enjoyed playing and teaching the accordion. Her greatest enjoyment was spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors include her children, Glen, Sandy (Frank) Stout and Lynn (Tom) Winkler; grandchildren, Melissa (Bill) Dale, Josh Winkler, Glen (Shelley) Carter Jr. and Tara (fiancé Dan) Carter; 10 beautiful great-grandchildren; sister, Rose Ericksen; brother, Joe Kojis; nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends.
She was further preceded in death by her granddaughter, Christie, and great-granddaughter, Kailee, and nine brothers and sisters.
Visitation is Saturday, Feb. 27, from 10 a.m. to noon, at Mealy Funeral Home, 225 W. Main St., Waterford, with services immediately following visitation. Father Gene Doda Jr. will officiate. Burial will be in St. Thomas Cemetery following services.
The family wishes to especially thank the team of doctors helping with Mom’s loving care in the past few months including Dr. Ali, Dr. Moran, Dr. Weber and Dr. Schmidt.
Well-wishers can visit www.mealyfuneralhome.com.
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