Arlene M Michiels

Arlene M. Michiels, 84 of Denmark, died peacefully Saturday, December 5, 2020, at home with her family by her side. Born in Champion on October 9, 1936 to the late Rudolph E. and Doris M. (DeJardin) Mercier. She graduated from Luxemburg High School with the Class of 1955. Arlene married Bill Michiels on July 12, 1958 at St Joseph Church, Champion. (Hottest Day of the Year.) In 1962 Arlene and Bill purchased the family farm where she truly appreciated and enjoyed raising her family and all of the work and fun related to life on the farm. Arlene was a person of tremendous faith, held a strong work ethic and was a supportive, active volunteer for her church. She enjoyed stitching quilts, playing cards, flower gardening and an afternoon nap, a quality that each of her children proudly carries on. Arlene enjoyed many years waitressing at Cliff and Ceils, and she truly relished her role as the Queen of the Head Table for many weddings. Her face lit up when it came to visits with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Attending their activities held a favorite spot in her heart. Nothing was more important to Arlene than faith and family. Arlene is survived by her husband of 62 years, Bill and their six children, Lonnie (Joe) Loritz, John (Lynn) Michiels, Mary (Dan) Valenta, Barb (Tony) Loritz, Allen Michiels, Tami (Todd) O’Brien, all of Denmark; eleven grandchildren, Tyler (Breanna) Loritz, Brandon (Taylor) Loritz, Josh (Danielle) Michiels, Shane (Brooke) Michiels, Alex Michiels (Special Friend Brittany), Karli (Cuyler) Franzke, Elizabeth Valenta (Special Friend Rob), Brianne (Brandin) Arndt, Cami Loritz (Fiancé Jimmy Knackstedt), Abby O’Brien (Special Friend Travis), Kate O’Brien (Special Friend Ethan); four great-grandchildren, Julian, McKenna, Iver, Maren and Baby Arndt (due to arrive any day); her special extended family friends, Tim, Lucy, Sophie and Sam Stedl. And her very best friend, her puppy Lacey. She is further survived by one brother, Harlin Mercier; one sister, Jeanette (Stan) Dequaine; two sisters-in-law, Betty Michiels and Carol Michiels; many nieces and nephews. Arlene was preceded in death by her parents, brother Galen, father in-law and mother in-law, Frank and Clara Michiels; brothers in law and sisters in-law, Betty Mercier, Marie (Dave) Ohrmundt, Florence (Gene) Deheck, Earl (Vi) Michiels, Leona (Leonard) Arendt, Leo Michiels, Bob (Mary) Michiels, Arnie (Dot) Michiels, Norman (Joyce) Michiels, Geraldine (Clarence) Lamal, Jerry Michiels, Walter Michiels, Donald Michiels, Donna Mae Michiels and one infant (Michiels) brother. Friends may call at All Saints Church, Denmark, between 9:00 to 10:45 am on Thursday, December 10, 2020. Funeral 11:00 am Thursday at the church with Rev. Paul Demuth officiating. Funeral Mass will be live streamed through Facebook. Friend request: Deacon Dave Scheuer Facebook page to view service. Burial in All Saints Cemetery, Denmark. McMAHON FUNERAL HOME, LUXEMBURG is assisting the Michiels family www.mcmahonfh.com. Covid-19 virus precautions will be required by wearing a face covering, social distancing and hand sanitizing please. Dear friends and family, your safety and comfort is of our highest priority. We understand if you are not able to join us at church. We feel your prayers and spirit, we know you are with us! Mom, God has you in his arms, we have you in our hearts.