Mary Jane Ciriacks

Mary Jane (nee Benter) Ciriacks, 74, of West Bend, was peacefully called to her eternal home in heaven on March 9, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Mary Jane was born on August 7, 1949, in Beaver Dam, WI to Erwin H. and Lucille A. (nee Beck) Benter of the town of Theresa, WI. On October 10, 1970, she was united in marriage to Ronald H. Ciriacks of West Bend at Immanuel Lutheran Church “The River Church” in Mayville, WI. They lived in West Bend their entire married life.

Mary Jane became a child of God through Baptism on August 21, 1949, and was confirmed in the faith on May 19, 1963, at Immanuel Lutheran Church. She then attended Mayville High School, Mayville, WI graduating in June 1967. Mary and Ron joined Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in 1976. Mary was a member of the Good Shepherd Ladies League and served various offices and committees. After the blessings of raising her children at home, Mary was employed at Western Lime Corporation, West Bend, WI. Mary enjoyed camping, card club, traveling, dancing and time with friends. Her greatest joy was spending time with her children and grandchildren treasuring the times they could be together whether at holidays, birthdays, or just special visits making cookies and playing games.

Those Mary Jane leaves behind to cherish her memory include her beloved husband, Ron of 53 years; son, Douglas (Kim) Ciriacks of Oconomowoc, daughter, Debbie (Jeremy) Glowicki of Jordan, MN, and daughter, Dawn (Jason) Walls of Jackson; 10 grandchildren, Emma, Kate, Leah, and Douglas “DJ” Ciriacks, Taylor (Josh) Thiesfeldt, Josiah (Callie) Glowicki, Morgan (Alex Ritter) Glowicki, and Alycin Glowicki, Kaitlyn (Jon) Pedersen and Megan Theroux.

Further survived by a sister, Dianne (Ron) Wendler of Fond du Lac; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jim (Tonya) Ciriacks and Jerry Ciriacks of West Bend, Larry (Sandee) Ciriacks of Appleton, WI ; as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents Erwin H and Lucille A (nee Beck) Benter and parents-in-law, Carl and Geraldine (nee Kaschner) Ciriacks.

VISITATION: Mary’s family will greet relatives and friends at Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church, 777 Indiana Avenue, in West Bend, on Friday, March 15, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. until 4:45 p.m.

SERVICE: A Christian funeral service for Mary will be held at Good Shepherd Ev. Lutheran Church in West Bend on Friday at 5:00 p.m. Rev. Robert Hein and Rev. Paul Janke will officiate, and a private family Rite of Committal will take place at Washington County Memorial Park in West Bend.

Memorials to Good Shepherd Ev. Lutheran Church in West Bend or a charity of your choice is appreciated.

The Myrhum – Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Mary’s arrangements. Additional information and guestbook may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.