Jeannette E. Rilling, 96, of Sheboygan, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at Harvest Home
Assisted Living in Howards Grove. She was born June 12, 1924 in Boscobel to the late Charles and Gertie
(Couey) Wilt. Jeannette grew up on a farm in Crawford County. She attended country schools and
graduated from Boscobel High School. She then furthered her education at UW LaCrosse receiving her
degree in Physical Education. Jeannette was then hired to teach Physical Education at Jefferson
Elementary School in Sheboygan.
On April 3, 1948 she was united in marriage to Henry Rilling. She then left education to start and raise
her family. Jeannette returned to teaching in the early 60’s part-time at Lakeland University as a Phy Ed.
teacher. Jeannette attended Silver Lake College in Manitowoc and earned her certification in Library
Science. This led her to her next role as a librarian for Cooper and Pigeon River Elementary Schools in
Sheboygan, retiring in 1986.
Jeannette was a 50 year plus member of A.A.U.W and having a strong faith she was a member of St.
Luke United Methodist Church.
In retirement, Jeannette loved to travel. She enjoyed trips to Australia, Russia, Europe, China, Alaska
and the Caribbean. Her family was very important to her, and she loved spending time with them
creating lasting memories.
Jeannette is survived by her daughter Nanette Rilling of Port Washington, son Craig (Therese) Rilling of
Milwaukee and their children, Charles (Kristen) Rilling of Erie, CO and Elizabeth Rilling of LaCrosse. She
was further blessed with three great-grandsons: Cole, Carson, and Jude Henry Rilling. Jeannette was
preceded in death by her parents, husband, and an infant brother William.
Due to the Covid-19 restrictions a Private family service will be held. Entombment will take place at
Greenlawn Memorial Park.
A Public visitation will take place on Monday, October 12, 2020 from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Zimmer-
Westview Funeral & Cremation Care Center, W2132 Garton Rd., Sheboygan.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Scholarship Fund C/O Sheboygan Area School District in
Jeannette’s name.
The family would like to thank the staffs at Sheboygan Senior Community, Harvest Home, and Heartland
Hospice for their loving care of Jeannette these last few years.
Please visit our website to leave your condolences for the family www.zimmerfuneralhome.com
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