Georgianna “Georgia” E. Ignace

Georgianna E. Ignace (Nee Webster), age 77, passed away December 25, 2019, and went to meet her creator and join her ancestors.  Beloved wife of Gerald L Ignace M.D. of 56 years.  Loving Mother of Lyle (Deborah) Ignace M.D., Thekla (Greg) Wald, and Danielle (Don Pacher) Ignace PhD.  Proud Grandma of Janelle, Jordan Wald, Ethan, Alexis, Delaney, and Madison Ignace.  Dear Sister of Stanly (Donnie), Schuyler (Ruth), Sherman (Christine), Sheldon (Mona), Mary Dianne, Mary Lou, Keith, and extended family.  Preceded in death by her sons Brian Scott and Glenn Thomas Ignace;  Siblings James Jr., Nancy, Darrell, Chauncey; and parents Christine and James Webster, and Elizabeth and Raymond Ignace.

Out of respect and concern for public health and safety, the family has chosen to postpone funeral services that were scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2020, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. There will be a service of remembrance scheduled at a later date. We apologize for any inconvenience.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Red Shawl Gala http://redshawl20.gesture.com

The Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center’s (GLIIHC) 15th Annual Red Shawl Gala will celebrate our crystal anniversary on April 3, 2020. In remembrance to the founder of GLIIHC’s annual fundraiser, this year’s event will be in honor of Georgianna Ignace who has made a lifetime commitment, assuring culturally based programs and health care services are provided for Urban Indians in the greater Milwaukee area.