Felician Village News

The Felician Village campus mourns the loss of our colleague and dear friend,

Tim Reinemann, Quality of Life Supervisor, who passed away on Sunday, November 13th.

Please keep Tim’s family and friends in your prayers as they grieve the loss of his physical presence.

May they find comfort in knowing he is being welcomed into heaven with trumpets blasting and God’s eternal love.

Untangling Grief

The Gardens at Felician Village, in partnership with the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice, are offering a grief seminar on December 1, 2022, from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. at The Gardens, 1700 S. 18th Street, Manitowoc.


Free and open to the public!

Register by calling (920) 684-7171, ext. 402.

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Fun for All Ages

Coloring for adults is so popular, very relaxing and fun to do with a group or alone. Eileen, a Court resident, said, "If my kids could see me now." Beautiful pictures Eileen and all The Court residents who participated.

What Does it Mean to be a Neighbor?


How would you answer the question above? Perhaps you might think about things like helping with shoveling, or taking your neighbor a meal when they are sick. Those are wonderful, caring actions of love and are no doubt very appreciated by the recipients. Perhaps some of you participated in service work for neighbors both near and far at some point in your life; maybe you made mission quilts, volunteered for meals on wheels, participated in a service organization, or gave money to organizations that served the poor.


Serving our neighbors through acts of caring is a wonderful way to show love, but they place a strong emphasis on doing. One of the problems with the mindset that we show love for others primarily by doing, is that we will all reach a point in our lives when we cannot do things for others in the same way anymore. 

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Veterans Day

A special recognition below to the veterans living at Felician Village. We salute the servicemen and servicewomen for their bravery and sacrifice. We honor your patriotism, love of our country and willingness to serve. (Some residents asked not to be acknowledged.)

Halloween Happenings at FV

Halloween Dinner at

The Gardens


The Felician Village Culinary Department did an amazing job creating a special Halloween dinner in the Wisconsin Room! The menu included: spaghetti and eyeballs, garlic finger, chicken leg bones, Mummified mashed potatoes and bats brew.

103 Years Young

Happy 103rd birthday to St. Mary’s resident, Catherine Wagner. On October 19 she celebrated with treats and happy birthday wishes sung by staff and fellow residents.

Walk to END ALZ Donations


Team Felician Village recently was recognized for raising the most funds by a Senior Care Team at the 2022 Walk to End ALZ. A HUGE thank you to all who donated and participated.

Pictured below is Debbie Pitsch, FV Volunteer Coordinator, holding the beautiful award the team received.

Retirement Wishes


Congratulations to Joanne Bartz, Director of Finance, who retired on October 27.


Congratulations to Kay Kopenski, VP of Operations/Nursing Home Administrator, and Barb Fricke, Director of Marketing on their retirements from Felician Village.

Kay served as the Nursing Administrator and then the Vice President of Operations for over seven years. Her official retirement date was Tuesday, November 15.

Barb's 13 plus year career at FV started as the Assisted Living Manager, and then to her current position, as Marketing Director. She retired November 18.



Thank you Joanne, Kay & Barb for your wealth of knowledge, strong work ethic and outstanding leadership skills. We were blessed to have you part of the FV family for all these years!


Wishing all of you a happy and healthy retirement!

Pictured above is the FV Business Office staff with Joanne in center front.

Pictured above is Kay Kopenski, left, and

Barb Fricke, right.

Employee Anniversary


Congratulations to Jennifer King, Business Office Manager, as she celebrates 22 years of service at Felician Village in November.


Jennifer started her career with Felician Village as the Medicaid billing specialist. Eventually she became the billing specialist for Medicare and Medicaid. After working in that role for approximately 16 years, she transitioned into the Business Office Manager position.

Jennifer commented, “Felician Village is a wonderful place to work. I have met many wonderful co-workers, residents and family members of residents.”



Thank you Jennifer for your hard work and dedication. We are honored to have you part of the FV team!

During this special season of giving, we extend our deepest gratitude to all of you who have included Felician Village in your giving choices. YOU make life better for our elderly residents and campus. 


Every gift remains at Felician Village to benefit our residents and campus. If you’d care to make a gift, please consider supporting one of the following funding priorities. 

  •  The unrestricted fund or area of greatest need

Where your gift provides immediate assistance to our residents, campus, and operations. 

  • The Cornerstone Endowment Fund for the Poor

Our fund is growing and assists residents who require financial assistance through Medicaid

  • The Dementia Center of Excellence

Programs and services, including education are necessary to care for more than 70% of our residents who live with dementia and Alzheimer’s

  • Upgrade technology

To keep us current and modernized – supporting telehealth, security, and campus upgrades


Giving options include check, cash, stock, or online. While you’re browsing, learn about the great programs and services you help provide. If you qualify, consider a gift to Felician Village through your IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution option (EIN 39-0826123). 

Please contact Renee by email or at 920-684-7171, ext. 381 if you are interested in discussing a gift to

Felician Village. Thank you!

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