(nee Gielow) Of Phillips, WI, formerly of Milwaukee. Found peace with her beloved husband of 55 years, Thomas Metternich, at her side on Friday, November 21, 2014, age 77 years. Loving mother of Michael, Robert (Debra), James, David Metternich, Kristin (Christopher) Kroeninger and the late Katherine (John) Shain. Proud grandmother of Allison and Caroline Kroeninger and Jarrett Metternich. Dear sister of Judy Ann (the late James) Lowry, James (Nancy) Gielow, the late June (the late Gene) Eickstaedt and the late Charles Gielow. Sister-in-law of John (Judy) Metternich and the late Richard Metternich. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Prasser-Kleczka Funeral Home Bay View Chapel 3275 So. Howell Avenue 414-483-2322 Barb was a former employee of Pomps Tire Service in Milwaukee. A heartfelt thank you to the nurses and staff of Aspirus Pleasant View Nursing Home in Phillips for their loving care and support for Barb and her family. Visitation at the Funeral Home Saturday, November 29, 2014, 10:00 AM-12 Noon. Funeral Service at 12 Noon. Private entombment St. Adalbert Cemetery.