Illa Mae Theese, 80, of Barronett, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at Shell Lake Health Care Center. She was born January 4, 1938 in Bruce, WI to Harold and Elsie (Becker) Coleman. Illa graduated from Amery high school in May of 1956. She was married in Pine City, MN on June 30, 1956 to Kenneth Theese. Together they lived in their Barronett home for over 60 years. Illa stayed busy with their three children. She also worked at 3-M, Stella Cheese, and cleaned homes. Illa enjoyed being outside, working in her yard and flower beds. Illa loved to go out polka dancing with friends, crocheting and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

She is survived by 2 sons: Scott (Lisa) Theese of Cumberland, Rick (Robyn) Theese of Barronett; son-in-law, Todd Graunke of Clayton; 9 grandchildren: Heather Carlson, Derek Theese, David (Rebecca) Pederson, Emily Pederson, Jennifer Pederson, Tyson (Melody) Theese, David (Melissa) Rye, Christopher Theese and Austin Theese; 7 great grandchildren:Aarianna Carlson, Jon Carlson, Jasmine Pederson, Parker Pederson, Destiney Osumi, Terrianah LaPage and Collin Rye, 2 brothers: Allen Coleman, Larry Coleman; half brother, Jim Coleman and many other relatives and friends. Illa was preceded in death by her husband, Kenny, on March 28, 1996; daughter, Cathy Graunke, brother, Arnold Coleman, 2 sisters: Jean Hunt and Carol Clark. 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Skinner Funeral Home in Cumberland with Pastor Todd Ahneman officiating. Burial will be in Lake Side Cemetery - Barronett. Pallbearers are Justin Theese, David Pederson, Jeff Theese, Tyson Theese, Christopher Theese, and Jim Milton. Honorary pallbearers are Heather Carlson, Derek Theese, Emily Pederson, Jennifer Pederson, David Rye and Austin Theese. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Skinner Funeral Home of Cumberland is serving the family.

Last Update: Dec 05, 2018 11:21 am CST