Born to eternal life on August 11, 2014.She was born on January 5, 1928 in Marinette,WI to Loren H. J. and Edna Tait.  Beloved wife of Charles who preceded her in death. Loving mother of Shelley Randall Katke and John (Vicky) Randall. Dear grandmother of Jennifer Katke, Allison (Clay) Crossan, Christopher Katke, Stephanie (Matt) Anderson, Charles (Lindsey) Randall, Dr. Katharine Randall and Brittany (James) Whyte. Great grandmother of Ava Crossan, Wyatt Crossan, Logan Crossan, Rylie Anderson, Mason Anderson and Charlotte Randall. Loving sister of Margie Stark. 

Lois was a model for many local Milwaukee, WI companies including Gimbels and Evinrude. She was president of the Lawyer’s Wives of Greater Milwaukee and the Wisconsin Lawyer’s Wives. She was a board member of the Milwaukee Accappella Choristers and the Florentine Opera Club. Lois was a board member of the Milwaukee Protestant Home for the Aged where she created the Country Store. She was responsible for the creation of the Gift and Plant Shoppe at the Milwaukee Domes. Lois was the proprietor of The Country Stop: A Collection of Contemporary Folk Art. 

Lois provided outstanding care and love to many family members and friends during their time of need.  

A memorial service celebrating Lois’ life will be held on Saturday, August 23rd at 11:30 AM at the Wauwatosa Presbyterian Church, 2366 N 80th Street, Wauwatosa. The Rev. Dr. James M. Rand will be officiating. Visitation will take place from 10:30am until the time of service. Following the service, the famly invites all to a reception and further fellowship at the church.    

Private burial at the Wauwatosa Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Wauwatosa Presbyterian Church or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.  

Valet Parking will be available at the church.