Former University of Wisconsin Oshkosh employee Mary Lee (Heise) Bleser, 70, of Butte des Morts, died Dec. 4, 2020. Born on July 27, 1950 in Oshkosh, she was the daughter of the late Carl C. and Patricia K. (Hopp) Heise.
Bleser worked for UW Oshkosh as an administrative assistant for her entire career, retiring in 2017 after 43 years of service. She worked in the then criminal justice, public affairs and urban studies department for many years before transferring to the psychology department. She also enjoyed her time working for the Broadway 41 project at the university, bringing in professional speakers and entertainers from around the country. She was a well-known fixture on campus, beloved by many. She also supported her husband in his many self-employment business ventures over the years, most recently as an officer at Fox Tax in Oshkosh.
A visitation for family and friends will be on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, from 10 to 11 a.m. at New Hope Lutheran Church, 1850 American Dr., Neenah, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. with Pastor Jeff Prewitt officiating.
Friends and family are welcome to stay for a meal and fellowship after the service. For those who are unable to attend, online streaming will be available at newhopeconnect.org. The service will also be recorded and available on demand at www.newhopeconnect.org. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mueller Funeral Home – Winneconne is assisting the family with arrangements.
Memorials in Bleser’s name may be made to: Concordia Welfare and Education Foundation – Thailand at www.cwefthailand.org/donate or directly to New Hope Lutheran Church. Please note in memory of Mary Bleser.