Florence Beatrice Doxtator Klakowicz, Oneida name "Katsistahawi" She Carries The Fire, "Koo-Cee-Koo" as she was affectionately known, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 9, 2015. The daughter of the late Timmon Doxtator and Cecelia (Antone) Roberto was born on July 20, 1945 in Shawano, WI. On July 20, 1963 she was united in marriage to Frederick Karl Klakowicz. He preceded her in death on August 2, 2014. Koo-Cee-Koo was a long time resident of Chicago. She enjoyed late night meals and watching sci-fi movies. Koo-Cee-Koo loved her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, as well as her cats. She was proud of her Oneida heritage. She will be missed by all.
Koo-Cee-Koo is survived by her two sons; Frederick "Ricky" (Tina) Klakowicz, Franklin "Frankie" Klakowicz Sr.; grandchildren, Amber (Bernie) Sticka, Jasmine (Justin) Folkman, Frankie Klakowicz Jr., Frederick "Todd" Klakowicz, Chenoa (Daniel Bushman) Klakowicz, Kaynon (Jackie Davis) Klakowicz, Nathaniel Klakowicz; 13 great grandchildren; siblings, Cecelia (Felix) Martinez, Timmon "Bom" Doxtator, Brenda "Dolly" (Everett) Black Thunder, Patricia "Fisha" (Frank) Gutierrez, David Roberto; Godchild, Jane; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Frederick "Freddy" Klakowicz; her parents; siblings, Vernon Doxtator, Roxanne Smith, Nathaniel Doxtator.
Friends and family are encouraged to gather at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 305 North Tenth Street, De Pere, on Friday, March 13, 2015 beginning at 4:00pm. The Oneida Hymn Singers will begin at 6:30pm. Visitation will continue until 7:00pm when a funeral service will be held with Pastor Mark Schumm officiating. Please visit www.ryanfh.com to send online condolences to the family.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Patty and the nurses at Heartland Hospice for all of their genuine care and concern for Koo-Cee-Koo's well being.