Mary A. Pardowsky

Mary Ann Pardowsky, 67, Kewaunee, passed away on June 10, 2025, just shy of her 68th birthday. Born in Wisconsin on June 17, 1957, to the late Jacob and Delores (Steinhorst) Schleis. Mary was a loving mother, cherished grandmother, and devoted registered nurse. Her warmth, creativity, and nurturing spirit were felt throughout her community, particularly in her work at the Kewaunee Hospital and the nursing homes, where she touched countless lives with her compassionate care.

Mary's journey through life was marked by many loving memories. She first married Mark Salzsieder on October 29, 1977, and together they raised three wonderful children. On June 22, 1996, she found love again and married Michael Pardowsky, with whom she shared many adventures before his passing.

Mary was not only dedicated to her family but also had a passion for crafts, including crochet, cross-stitch, and plastic canvas projects. She found peace and joy in her garden and loved cooking and baking for those she adored. Family camping trips and visits up north. created cherished memories filled with laughter and love. She also enjoyed traveling—taking bus trips across the country and exploring international destinations with Michael. Above all, she loved spending time with her family, especially the grandchildren.

She is survived by her children, Amy (Jamie Corbisier) Salzsieder of Green Bay, Tom (Linda) Salzsieder of Forestville, and Joe (Krystal) Salzsieder of Kewaunee; grandchildren, Ethan, Janessa, and Evan Salzsieder, and Lucas Corbisier; brothers Rod (Julie), and Peter (Terri) Schleis; brothers- and sisters-in-law, James (Paula) Pardowsky, Mary (Norbert) Beining, Cathy Wautlet (special friend Brian), and Wayne (Bonnie) Salzsieder; as well as by nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Pardowsky, and her first husband, Mark Salzsieder; parents, Jacob and Delores Schleis, father- and mother-in-law, Harry Pardowsky and Eleanor (Czerwinski) Pardowsky; father- and mother-in-law from her first marriage, Elmer Salzsieder and Rita (LeLou) Salzsieder; sisters-in-law, Gladys VanRemortel, Sister Michaeleen Pardowsky, Diane Schleis, and Debbie Salzsieder.

Mary's life will be celebrated with a visitation on June 19, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Kinnard Funeral & Cremation Services in Kewaunee, followed by a funeral service at 7:00 PM with Fr. Jim Dillenburg. A graveside service will be held on June 20, 2025, at 9:30 AM at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery.

A special thank you to the staff at Silver Leaf Manor for the all the kindness and love you gave mom. And, a thank you to Aurora Hospice, especially, Angie, Colleen and Chelsea R. for your loving and compassionate care. As well as a thank you to all the Aurora doctors and nurses.