We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved mother Theresa M. (Kramer) Severa, aged 96, on June 11, 2016. She died peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Lena, WI on December 26, 1919 to Paul and Josephine (Matuzeski) Kramer. She was a lifetime resident of the area and an active member of the community. Theresa owned and operated a dairy farm in Kelly Lake, WI as well as being a cook at the Round Roof. After moving to Green Bay, WI in 1966, Theresa worked as a cook and waitress at several area restaurants, including Schultzie's Restaurant on Main Street. She successfully opened Theresa's Restaurant and Pancake House, Green Bay, WI in 1972 and operated it until 1979. After retiring from the restaurant industry, she volunteered at The Salvation Army for 8+ years and Paul's Pantry for over 21 years. Theresa had a tremendous spirit that was uplifting and made many friends throughout her life. She loved spending time with family, baking goodies, visiting thrift stores, making pickles, doing Search A Word puzzles and playing bingo. Theresa is survived by 4 of her children, Jerry (Lori) Severa, Green Bay, Ken (Brenda) Severa, Green Bay, Jan (Al) Ambrosius, De Pere, and Mary Jo (Randy) Albrecht, Bokeelia, FL., 9 grandchildren, Leslie (Herco) Spierenberg, Utrecht, The Netherlands, Kevin (Wendy) Severa, Green Bay, Brian (Amy) Severa, Appleton, Eric (Penny) Severa, Appleton, Lee (Kristina) Ambrosius, De Pere, Dawn Ambrosius, De Pere, Sarah (Scott) Moore, Green Bay, Sara Erickson, Phelps, WI and Douglas (Kate) Albrecht, Hillsborough NC, 17 great grandchildren, Cynthia (Leslie), Drew, Max (Kevin), Adam, Kyle (Brian), Jessica, Emily, Dylan (Eric), Isaac, Amber, Chloe (Lee), William, Carson, McKenzie (Sarah), Brittney, Wyatt, Willard (Sara), her sisters Manny Kobes, Green Bay, Mickey Wesling, Milwaukee, Cherry (Chuck) Kroeger, Saukville, WI and Audrey Piper, Oconto Falls, her special niece Lala Hansen, Milwaukee and her special nephew Bill (Ann) Redding, Sarasota, FL, numerous nieces, nephews, family members and close friends. She is preceded in death by her son James, her mother, father, 4 brothers and 5 sisters. Family and friends may call at Ryan Funeral Home, 305 N. 10th St, De Pere, WI on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 from 3-7. Service will follow at 7:00 pm Tuesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any remembrance be made in Theresa's name to Paul's Pantry, 1529 Leo Frigo Way, Green Bay, WI, 54302. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the DePere Fire & Rescue and the staff at Prevea Health, St. Vincent Hospital and Unity Hospice for the loving and compassionate care shown to Theresa. Please visit ww.ryanfh.com to send online condolences to the Severa family.