Annette H. Harrison, age 90, passed away peacefully into the loving arms of her Lord, on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at Meadowview Health Services in Sheboygan.
She was born on February 8, 1936, in Sheboygan. A daughter to the late Jacob P. and Hildegard (Pallaske) Wagner. She attended local grade school and graduated from Central High School in 1954. On August 18, 1962, she was united in marriage to William H. (Bill) Harrison at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church.
Annette was a dedicated stay-home Mom for many years, until her children were in school. Following that, she embarked on a lengthy career as a Secretary and Administrative Assistant, working for Weavers Office Interiors, St. Nicholas Hospital and Prange’s Corporate Office. In each job, she thoroughly enjoyed the work she did and loved being around the people she worked with. She brought enthusiasm and a can-do attitude every day. At the age of 60, she received her CNA Degree from Lakeshore Technical College and did home health care work for several years. She concluded her career at Biolife Plasma Center, serving as their Medical Historian and finally retiring in 2001.
Annette was a faithful lifetime parishioner of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and member of the Sheboygan Elks Club. During her early years, she served as Brownie and Girl Scout Troop Leader for her daughter. She enjoyed bowling, golfing, and cheering on the Packers and Badgers. In 1960, she won the State Doubles Bowling Championship and was a member of the North Bowl Hall of Fame. She was also a member of the Riverdale Thursday Nite Golf League for many years and an avid spectator at her children’s sporting events as they were growing up.
Annette enjoyed her daily morning walks, puzzles and traveling to Las Vegas with Bill. Her greatest love and enjoyment came from spending time with her family, friends and especially, her seven grandchildren. She was a kind soul with a warm heart and will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Survivors include her two sons, Patrick (Christine) Harrison, Sheboygan; Michael Harrison (Danielle Lueneburg), Menomonee Falls; and daughter, Kathleen Jopke, (Robert) New Berlin. Her seven grandchildren, Conner (Alexa) and Jack Harrison, Jake (fiancé Emily), Morgan and Tyler Harrison and John and Sofia Jopke. She is also survived by one brother, R. Michael Wagner (Claire) of Lancaster, Pa. as well as many nieces and nephews from the Harrison side of her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, William, of 49 years; father Jacob and mother Hildegard Wagner.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Annette will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 1305 Humboldt Ave. Sheboygan with Fr. Paul Fliss officiating. Family and friends may gather at the church on Tuesday morning from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Entombment will take place in the Gardens of Peace Mausoleum at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
A special thanks to her longtime friend, Audrey VanDixhorn, for her care and friendship over a lifetime. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Donate Life Wisconsin, in her name. Her husband (Bill) was the recipient of an organ transplant during his lifetime.
The Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home and Crematory will be assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.reinboldfh.com
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