Eugenia “Genie” C. Springer (née Rozeski), age 85, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. 

Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Genie lived all around the state throughout her vibrant life. Alongside her husband, Mel, she was an accomplished real estate agent, co-founding M & E Realty in the early 1970s. They moved many times over the years, eventually retiring to the Merrill area. They spent their winters traveling the U.S by RV, and at their many vacation condos. Eventually, spending most winters in AZ. 

Genie lived life to the fullest. She was known for her love of playing cards, appreciation for a good drink, and jokes aplenty. She and Mel raised thoroughbred horses for many years. 

She was the beloved wife of Melvin Springer for 59 wonderful years. She was the devoted mother of Audrey (Patrick) Schmidt and Melvin Springer Jr. (Heidi Springer); the proud grandmother of Stephanie (Alex) Carlson and Eleanor Springer; and the cherished great-grandmother of Brooks and Jackson Carlson. 

Genie is survived by her sister, Hedwig (Roman) Iwinski; her brothers, Martin (Terry) Rozeski and Anthony (Cheryl) Rozeski; and her sister-in-law, Susan Rozeski. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Alice Rozeski; her brother, Daniel Rozeski; her sister, Mary Freidi; and her grandson, Matthew Lepak.

Visitation: 

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM 

Hartson Funeral Home 

11111 W Janesville Rd, Hales Corners, WI

Funeral Mass: 

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 

11:00 AM 

St. Veronica Congregation 

353 E Norwich St, Milwaukee, WI