Mary Kathleen Tejcek

Mary Kathleen “Kathy” Tejcek, age 79 of Montello passed away Friday, January 30, 2026 at her home. Kathy was born on September 26, 1946 in Kenosha, WI to Henry and Claragene (Tappa) Schmidt. She grew up in Hinsdale, IL and was united in marriage to Wayne Tejcek on October 23, 1982 and together they resided in Illinois until relocating to Montello in 2000.

Kathy was employed at Marshall Steel many years. She enjoyed spending time in her garden, watching hummingbirds and just being out in nature. Kathy and Wayne spent countless hours seeing new things driving the back roads of Wisconsin. She will be remembered for her thoughtfulness and willingness to help others.

Kathy is survived by her husband of 43 years, Wayne and son, David (Jeanne) Hankey of Westfield as well as granddaughter, Nicole and great-granddaughter, Kailey. She is also survived by siblings: Stephen (Vickie) Schmidt of Janesville, CA, Mary “Terry” Marcosa of Reno, NV, Robert (Irene) Schmidt of Janesville, CA and William (Lisa) Schmidt of Reno, NV as well as sister-in-law, Eileen Schmidt of Hinsdale, IL and other extended family members.

Kathy is preceded in death by her parents, son, Dan, brother, Henry “John” Schmidt and brother-in-law, Gary Marcosa.

Honoring Kathy’s wishes, private services will be held at a later date.

Crawford Funeral and Cremation Service of Montello and Oxford is honored to be serving the family. www.CrawfordFH.com