Brianne Catherine Schwantes

April 9, 1980 - August 14, 2016

Trinity Lutheran Church

N2296 CTH I

Reeseville, WI 53579

920-927-5762 |

Saturday 8/27, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Trinity Lutheran Church

N2296 CTH I

Reeseville, WI 53579

920-927-5762 |

Saturday 8/27, 11:00 am

Ms. Brianne Catherine Schwantes, 36, passed away Sunday, August 14, 2016. A native of South Milwaukee, WI, Brianne was a graduate of South Milwaukee High School, attained her undergraduate degree at American University in Washington, DC and her Master’s Degree at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. At age 8, Brianne testified for the first of seven times before Congress to ask for more funding for the National Institutes of Health. Brianne’s philanthropic activities are noted in President Bill Clinton’s book “Giving” as well as Hillary Rodham-Clinton’s book “It Takes a Village”. Brianne represented Wisconsin at the 2003 Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC, was an ambassador with the Heart of America Foundation, a member of the Delta Gamma Sorority and served on the Board of Directors of the Volunteer Center of Washington County. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 27th at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2507 5th Avenue, South Milwaukee, WI 53172. A visitation will be held prior to the celebration, on Saturday, August 27th from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church in South Milwaukee. A luncheon will follow at Pulaski Banquet Hall, 3900 E. Pulaski Avenue, Cudahy, WI 53110 at 1:00 p.m. Brianne is survived by her mother, Theresa Gilgenbach Schwantes and father, Terry Schwantes, her grandmothers Eileen Catherine Gilgenbach of Oconomowoc, WI and Ione Katherine Schwantes of New Bern, NC as well as her sister Elizabeth Maule, and husband Jesse; and her nephews Stone, Crosby, Maxwell and niece Ruth as well as her cousins and countless friends.

Trinity Lutheran Church

N2296 CTH I

Reeseville, WI 53579

920-927-5762 | Map

Saturday 8/27, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Trinity Lutheran Church

N2296 CTH I

Reeseville, WI 53579

920-927-5762 | Map

Saturday 8/27, 11:00 am

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What a huge loss. Deepest condolences to her family.

Terry,Terry, and Elizabeth - so sorry for your loss- Brianne was so fortunate to have you guys in her life- you let her be her own unique person, she was special!!! Sorry I didn't see about her passing until Saturday evening after the memorial-channel 12 had a short tribute to her!!!

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Terry & Terry,
I am so sorry for your loss. I believe Brianne became such a strong person because of the strong family that surrounded her. She was truly remarkable. You should be proud of all she accomplished in her life! I will keep you in my thoughts & prayers.

I knew Brianne long ago when I was in high school and she was a young child. I wish that I had kept in tough with her; now it is too late. Life on this earth does not last forever, so we should not waste time, as I unfortunately have done.

I knew Brianne when we were both little kids because we were both part of a study at the NIH. She and her family were the first people my family met with OI. I will never forget her. I still can hear her laugh from when we were kids. She will be missed. Terry and Terry, you have my deepest sympathy.

So saddened to hear this, Brianne was such a remarkable person. My deepest sympathies to all she leaves behind to mourn her passing.

Brianne brought so much joy to so many people. The Marquette international students and staff who experienced her hospitality and generosity. They forever hold dear a wonderful memory from their visit to the "Farm" during the annual Halloween gathering that Brianne so lovingly organized. This I am sure is but a part of all of the wonderful work she did for all. Brianne will be greatly missed, Her positive influence will forever remain with us all. My prayers are with the entire Schwantes family.

~ Brianne ~ always an angel on earth and in heaven

Sorry for your loss. Cherish your memories of her. Brianne was a remarkable woman. I know her accomplishments make mine pale in comparison. My thoughts are with you.

P.S. I missed the obit, so I just saw the visitation and service times today. Sorry that I can't make it. Unfortunately we have another celebration of life today.

Dirk

Brianne was a true champion. Her family was her foundation and her heart allowed her to reach out to so many---she did not see limitations she overcame them. Sincerely, Kathy Mykleby

Schwantes family - you were blessed with this beautiful person for 36 years and she made the world a better place with her spunk. May God give you strength and courage as you go through this difficult time.

I was so sad to hear the lost of such a brave and determined young lady..I remember her smiles as a past neighbor in South Milwaukee. My deepest sympathy to the family. May God help you in this difficult time.

Cindy Schaefer

Terry, Terry, Elizabeth & family.
Jan and I extend our deepest condolences to you upon Brianne's death. It's been 20 years, but her sparky, determined, talented presence is still etched in our minds. We rejoice that her life's journey traveled so far given her brittle bone limitations. May God hold you in the hollow of his hand, as he welcomes Brianne to the kingdom
Pastor Jim & Jan Niederloh

Terry, Terry and family - our deepest sympathy to you all at your loss of Brianne. I remember you from church when the girls were growing up. What an amazing young lady Brianne turned out to be. Her accomplishments in her in her lifetime were many for which you must be very proud. May God be with you in this time of sadness but rest assured, she is walking with her Lord and Savior.

May the Lord bless you with the memories of Brianne's life and legacy. May the support and prayers of family and friends give you strength through this difficult time.

Many Blessings,
The Evans Family

Heaven has welcomed a beautiful soul. Brianne will always remain in my memory as one of the most interesting and creative 1st graders that I had at Blakewood School. She continued to grow and give of herself to help others. There was no challenge that she didn't feel she could handle. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Thank you for sharing your special daughter with me so long ago! "I am waving to her under my chin!"
Chris

So sorry to see that Brianne has died. I remember her as a spunky little girl, who always spoke her mind when you had her here in the office (Biology Dept at Marquette). Our thoughts are with you Terry and your family during this difficult time

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Terry and family - our family's prayers are covering your family. Terry, I only "knew" Brianne through you and what you would share but I know her life was large and her spirit strong and courageous because of what you shared. My thoughts are with you

Terry, Terry and Family - my thoughts and prayers for every one of you - a beautiful woman - taught so many of us to be thankful for what we have. (((Hugs)))

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.