Verena Marie Faherty

Verena Faherty, of Muskego, was born to eternal life on Friday, April 22, 2016 at the age of 92 years. She was born on January 3, 1924, the daughter of Maurice and Rosetta Cahill. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Clarke College in Dubuque in 1945. Verena was married on August 20, 1946 in Iowa City to the love of her life, John. She served on various area boards and committees, was a longtime member and past president of the Hales Corners Woman's Club, Milwaukee-Waukesha Rural Carriers Auxiliary and St. Mary Faith Community Choir. Verena will be deeply missed by her children, Millicent (the late Gary) Kunesh, Janaan (the late Kenneth) Witt, Michael Faherty, Timothy Faherty, Patrick (Sharon) Faherty, and Dennis (Patricia) Faherty; ten grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; brother, James (Rosalie) Cahill of West Branch, IA; and many other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, John; sister, Maurece Cahill; and brother, Bernard Cahill. A private family service will take place at a later date. Verena's family wishes to thank the Muskego Health Care Center and the Hometown Hospice team for their excellent care and compassion. Grieve not nor speak of me with tears; laugh and talk of me as if I were there beside you. Remember, death is but eternity made personal. I wait for you.