Eunice Zirbel

Eunice Zirbel passed away in her Greendale, WI home on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at the age of 84, following a courageous three-year battle with Leukemia. Eunice was the wife to Robert, the love of her life, for 61 years. She is survived by her sons Scott (Abigail), Mark (Jennifer), and Dan. She was preceded in death by her son Dean.

Eunice grew up in a loving home in West Allis, WI with her parents, Herbert and Catherine, and her brother, Lionel. She graduated from West Allis Central High School in 1956 and received a bachelor's degree in teaching from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee in 1960.

Eunice adored teaching 1st graders, but she gave up her career in 1963 to focus all her love and efforts on raising a family of her own. She cherished her domestic life as a wife and mother. For Eunice, a house wasn't complete without animals, and she dearly loved the two dogs and nine cats who graced her home through the years.

Eunice's lifelong love of music brought her a great amount of joy. Her pursuit of music took many forms, such as participating in her church choir, performing with a madrigal group, singing for weddings, and starring in many community theater musicals.

Eunice's friendships were long and strong, with many of them going back 40, 50, or 60 years or more. She also loved keeping in touch with her many cousins, especially getting together for their reunion gatherings throughout the state of Wisconsin.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at Max A. Sass & Sons Greenridge Chapel (4747 S 60th St, Milwaukee, WI) from 10:30 AM until 12 noon, with a service to follow. A private burial will take place.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial contribution to the Wisconsin Humane Society at wihumane.org.