PASSING OF MARTIN KLEER

          Marty Kleer was well known in our Donauschwaben community and also held a membership card for many years, even after moving to Florida in 1983. We all remember him, his wife, Anna Mae, and his daughter Joann. They would come back every year to Trenton for a visit in their mobile home. They parked it in one of their friend’s yard, but often in the club's parking lot, and visited the German clubs of Trenton and many of their friends. Often you could see them working at our club's bakery stand at the German American Heritage Day in Holmdale, NJ.

          We will miss Marty, a native son of Trenton, New Jersey, with roots in Bukin and Palanka, Batschka.

          His unique loyalty to friends, the German clubs and his place of birth was outstanding, it was the reason for the many tracks north that he and his family took.

          May God grant him his well deserved rest and reward him with a happy after life.

          So long Marty, we will miss you and we keep you in our prayers. Our deepest sympathy to his family. 

Members of the Trenton Donauschwaben

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Obituary:

          Julius Schneider, 88, of Pennington passed away Monday at home. Mr. Schneider was born in Perles, the former Yugoslavia, and has been an area resident since Dec. 10, 1951. He is retired from General Motors, an honorary member of the German American Society in Yardville, and a parishioner and former usher at St. Joseph Church in Trenton. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Rosina Oder Schneider; nephew, Anton Kuppek and his wife, Patricia; niece, Elizabeth Kuppek Schoen and her husband, Joseph; seven grand-nieces and nephews and spouses, Robert and Ingrid Schoen; Joseph and Dawn Schoen; Richard and Nicole Schoen; Ed and Nancy Schoen; Virginia Kuppek Miller and husband, John; Anton F. Kuppek and wife, Sally, and Cynthia Kuppek Zumbrun and husband, David; 14 great-grand nieces and nephews, Erik, Adan, Katrina, Jenna, Drew, Patrick, Izabelle, Layla Schoen, Austin and Valerie Kuppek; Danielle and Melissa Zumbrun and Hannah and Ava Miller; several cousins in Germany.

          Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday at St. Joseph Church, 540 North Olden Ave., Trenton. Interment will be in Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery.

          Relatives and friends may call Thursday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Knott's Colonial Funeral Home, 2946 So Broad St., Hamilton. Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Church, 540 North Olden Avenue, Trenton NJ 08638.

Club Supporter Passes

          The Donauschwaben sadly notes the passing of Julius Schneider on Monday 20 December 2010 at home in Pennington, NJ.. Mr. Schneider, a native of the Donauschwaben town of Perles, Yugoslavia, was a devoted supporter of the club's memorial at Our Lady of Lourdes cemetery.

          In fact, it was Mr. and Mrs. Schneider who initiated and financed the professional remodeling of the memorial just a few years ago. To Herr Schneider's wife, Rosina, and to his family and friends we extend our sincere condolences.

          May he rest in Peace, Amen.

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CONDOLENCES

     She was preceded in death by Frank, her beloved husband of 60 years; daughter-in-law, Irmgard; and granddaughter, Irene. Magdalena is survived by son, John; daughter, Theresa; grandchildren, John (Karen), Kevin (Liz), Edwin and Norman; great- grandchildren, Lisa, Lauren, Michael, Johnny, Tori, Daryl and Jason, and three great-great-grandchildren.

     Born in Plavna, Yugoslavia, George lived the American dream since arriving from Austria in 1951. Fifty-six years ago he met and married the love of his life, Anna, who misses him more than anyone could imagine. He made a million and lost a million. He bought property and sold it. He sent his boys to college and taught them to be men. Not bad for a meat cutter with a fifth grade education.

     Those he leaves for now, wife, Anna; sons, Frank (Judy) and Robert (Margie); grandchildren, Renee and Will; nephew, George; niece, Irene; and cousin, Rudi (Anni) will miss his wit and stories. So, remember George when you buy a penny stock or share a laugh with friends.

          After a year long battle with heart disease, Philip passed away suddenly on Sunday, November 21, 2010 at St. Mary’s Hospital at the age of 78 years. Predeceased by his first wife, Elizabeth Netling (1989) and survived by his wife Helen Prohaska. Dearly loved father of Edith McQuarrie and husband Ray of Markham. Cherished grandfather of Christopher and Kevin. Dear brother of John, Henry, Jacob and Margit and families, all in Hungary.

          Philip is predeceased by his parents, Fulop and Anna Justus and also predeceased by sisters, Mary and Eva.

          Philip was a member and choir member at the Schwaben Club.

          Private family services were conducted on Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Interment followed at St. Peter’s Lutheran Cemetery.

          Special thanks to Sunnyside Home – Senior’s Day Care Program which he attended for many years. As expressions of sympathy donations to Sunnyside Home – Senior Day Care Program would be appreciated (cards available at the funeral home).

Visit www.henrywalser.com  for Philip’s memorial

          Monday, September 13, Marta Marijanovic, died suddenly and totally unexpected. She was only 67 years old. Mrs. Marijanovic came from Argentina with her family to Chicago to join some relatives here. Her son Michael and daughter Christine then joined our Youth Group and were very active in our group. She leaves behind her husband Steve, Michael, Christine, and her grandsons Miles and Maxwell. Our sincere and deepest sympathy go out to her family and friends. May she rest in peace.

          Nikolaus Stein died peacefully on September 27. Mr. Stein was born in St. Hubert, Banat, in 1933. He came to America in the 1950's. Nick has been suffering with Alzheimer for several years. His wife Maria died last year and he was taken care of by his daughter Kathy. It was not an easy job taking care of someone with that disease. We have missed both Maria and Nick since they were always very helpful with the work in Lake Villa.

          The funeral service was held only for the family. Nick leaves behind his children, grandchildren, and many friends. Our deepest sympathy to his family. May he rest in peace!

          On October 8, one of our very long American Aid Society members passed away. She was Mrs. Theresia Baumann. a member since 1959. Mrs. Baumann came to all our meetings and festivities as long as she was able. It was 5 years ago that she was diagnosed with cancer. She fought bravely but eventually the disease was too much. Unable to do her work, she entered the Sun Rise elderly care center. The last 2 years, she not only had cancer but also very bad dementia. Finally her mind and body gave out in her 89th year. Mrs. Baumann was born in Hungary and came to America where she raised her 3 sons. We extend our deepest sympathy to her sons and their families. May her soul find peace and comfort forever!