Florence H. Pape

Florence H. Pape, age 105, of Whitewater and long-time resident of Little Prairie, WI passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Hearthstone Memory Care in Whitewater.

Florence was born on October 5, 1918 in the Town of Eagle, WI the youngest child of Frederick and Harriet (Watson) Kuhl. She grew up in the village of Little Prairie and attended high school in Milwaukee while living with her sister, Edith. After completing her schooling, Florence was united in marriage to Arthur E. Pape and the two were blessed with a son, Robert. The family moved around for Arthur’s work, mostly in the Midwest. The family eventually moved to Little Prairie, WI where Florence grew up. Florence remained in the Little Prairie area for the vast majority of her years. She enjoyed nature and the rural country where she lived. She liked to go for walks in the woods, bird-watch, and hunt for mushrooms. The most important thing in Florence’s life was her family. She was a loving wife and mother and she will be sincerely missed by those she leaves behind.

She is survived by her son Robert (Esty) Pape of Tucson, AZ and a number of nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her dear husband, Arthur E. Pape and her 5 siblings, Edith, Floyd, Howard, Glenn, and Earl.

Per Florence’s wishes, no formal services will be held.

Gibson Family Funeral Homes of Eagle and Palmyra, WI is serving the family. To place an online condolence please visit gibsonfuneral.com

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