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44351 Vern J. Lord, 75, Marshfield, formerly of Wisconsin Rapids, was pronounced dead on arrival at St. Joseph's Hospital, Marshfield, at 10:30 a.m. Friday following a heart attack.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Lawrence Catholic Church with the Rev. Jerrol Leitner officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Mr. Lord was born May 12, 1898, in the town of New Rome, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Orin Lord. He married Gertrude Bushmaker in 1920. She died in 1940 and his second marriage was to Katherine Johnson in 1946. She preceded him in death in 1962. He worked at Consolidated Papers, Inc., in the cleaners of the Wisconsin Rapids Division for 30 years, retiring in 1963. At that time he moved to Marshfield.

Survivors include two sons, Ervin, Wisconsin Rapids, and Linius, Marshfield; a daughter, Mrs. Charles Compton, North Carolina; 23 grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren. In addition to his wives, he was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister.

Friends may call at the Ritchay Funeral Home from 2 p.m. Sunday until time of services. A wake service will be held at 7 p.m. Sunday.

Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
May 12, 1973 
Lord, Vern John (I466978)
 
44352 Vern Kuster age 71 of St. Peter, died on Sunday, March 18, 2012. A celebration gathering will be from 4:00 – 7:00 pm on Friday, March 23, 2012 at St. Peter Funeral Home.

Vern is survived by his wife, Linda; mother, Leilah; children: Randy (Kay), Dave (Teresa), Joe (Carol), Cheryl (Denny) Kuss, Jill (Brad) Rezac, Jeff (Valerie) Arnold, and Jena (Eric) Kauffmann; 17 grandchildren: Jeremy, Travis, Tricia, Ryan, Kyle, Brooke, Matt, Terese, Sarah, Dylan, Miranda, Brandon, Nicole, Andrew, Aaron, Brianna, and AJ "Charlie"; one great grandchild, Henrik; siblings: LeRoy (June), Lamar (Helen) and Larry (Sue); special aunt, Ethel; and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his father, Leo and two grandchildren. 
Kuster, Lavern Leo (I442351)
 
44353 Vern L. Hilliker, 84, died Jan. 31, 2013, at his home in East Jordan.

He was born Sept. 9, 1928, in Muskegon, Mich., the son of Vern L. and Minnie Mae (Sawyer) Hilliker.

He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II as a radio gunner on a B17 aircraft until August of 1948.

He settled in Hastings, Mich., with his first wife, Eleanor.

Vern retired from E.W. Bliss after 25 years. He then moved to East Jordan, and in 1991 he retired from Burnett Foods.

In 1995, Vern married Norma Jeanne (Everett) Watros.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Marsha (Hilliker) Scott; sisters, Ila Gates, Beatrice Miller, Edith Driskel, Violet Hilliker; brothers, Ruehl "Bud" Hilliker and Hervey Hilliker.

Vern is survived by his wife, Norma Jeanne. Also surviving are his daughter, Shiela Jo Nelson, and son, Phillip Hilliker; stepchildren, Michael (Michelle) Hosler, Destiny (Ron) Thompson, Miriah (Terry) Kauska; many nieces and nephews; a sister, Alice Sachteleban, of Grand Haven, Mich.; and a brother, Virt Hilliker, of Shillington, Pa.

Vern enjoyed working with wood building things, fishing, hunting, traveling and dining out. He was a member of several barbershop quartets over the years.

Later in life, he liked to socialize at the Rainbow Bar in East Jordan.

A memorial service will take place at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 8, at the Harvest Barn Church in East Jordan 
Hilliker, Vern LeRoy (I364489)
 
44354 Vern Selig, age 86, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday morning, November 23, 2011. Vern was born in Appleton on March 5, 1925, son of the late Fred and Caroline (Vanendenbergen) Selig. He attended school until 9th grade, and in 1942 entered the service of his country as a member of the United States Navy. He served as a frogman (forerunner to today's Navy Seals) until his discharge in 1947. After being discharged, Vern still had a strong desire to serve, so he enlisted in the U. S. Army Reserves and worked as a Military Policeman, where he served over thirty years and ascended to the highest enlisted rank possible: Command Sergeant Major E-9. Service to his country was one of the most important things in life for him. On April 12, 1951, he married the former Mildred Karschney at St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church in Appleton; she survives. Vern also worked at Wisconsin Electric, first as a groundman, then as a lineman, retiring in the late 1980's as a lead lineman. Vern loved to care for his landscape and his lawn - it was always immaculate! He also enjoyed the company of his faithful dog, Kayla.

He is survived by his wife: Mildred Selig of Appleton; three sons: David (Kathie) Selig of Appleton, Drew (Sandra) Selig of Appleton, and Dan (Sandy) Selig of Rhinelander; nine grandchildren: Damian Selig, Darcie Selig, Jason (Janis) Selig, Justin Selig, Justin Nett, Lexie Nett-Selig, Nicholas Selig, Joshua Selig, and Alix Selig; nine great-grandchildren: Laura, Dominick, Peyton, Carson, Noah, Maximus, Courtney, Alivia, and Brooke; a brother: Richard (Connie) Selig of San Diego; two sisters: Betty Koehn and Marge Lausman; and two sisters-in-law: Magna Selig of Appleton Linda Karschney of Oregon. Vern was preceded in death by his parents and by brothers Kenneth, Eugene, Jack, and Fred.

The Christian Funeral for Vern will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at ST. PAUL EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, 302 N. Morrison Street in Appleton, with Rev. Kenneth Frey officiating. Full military honors will follow the service, and entombment will be at Highland Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM and at the church on Tuesday morning from 10:00 AM until the hour of the service.

Wichmann Funeral Home

537 N. Superior Street

Appleton 739-1231

Online condolences www.wichmannfargo.com


Published in Appleton Post-Crescent from November 24 to November 27, 2011 
Selig, Vernon Clarence (I192906)
 
44355 Vern W. Manthei, age 83, of Wisconsin Rapids, WI died Saturday, April 8, 2017, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

Memorial Services are 11:00 AM Monday, April 17, 2017 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Father Patric will officiate. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Church on Monday from 10:00-11:00 AM.

Vern was born in Birnamwood, Wisconsin to the late Henry and Luella Manthei August 1, 1933. He was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and Marquette University Dental School. He was a Captain in the United States Army and served during the occupation in Korea in the early 1960's.

Vern married the late Joyce Marie Stephani on September 24, 1960. They lived in Columbia, South Carolina before returning to Appleton, Wisconsin where Vern joined a private dental practice. In 1968, the young family of five moved to Wisconsin Rapids where Vern and Joyce settled and raised their three children. Vern was an active member of many community organizations in Wisconsin Rapids including: the Knights of Columbus, Serra Club, The Lions Club and The Elks Club. He was also a member of the Riverview Hospital staff as well as an active parishioner at St. Vincent de Paul Church.

Vern was predeceased by his devoted wife of fifty-five years, Joyce Manthei in July of 2016, his brother Henry and his sisters Julia and Betty. Vern is survived by his children Michael Manthei of Maple Grove, MN; his daughter Melissa Quick of Maple Grove, MN; his daughter Mary Wesley of Winooski, VT and his two grandchildren Alexander Quick of Maple Grove, MN and Chloe Wesley of Chicago, IL. Vern is also survived by his two sisters LouAnn and Marion of Oshkosh, WI and his brother Clarence of Shawano, WI.
Published in Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune on Apr. 11, 2017 
Manthei, Vern W (I315831)
 
44356 Vern Wichman, age 84 of Freedom, was called to his heavenly home on Sunday morning, October 28, 2018, while residing at Brewster Village. Vern was born on the family farm on November 7, 1933, son of the late Raymond and Leona (Gehring) Wichman. Vern attended both St. Peter Lutheran Grade School and Freedom High School at which time he joined the reserves. He was on active duty from 1953 until 1958 in the Intelligence Division. Vern remained in the active reserves until his retirement in 1979.

His love for his country and the men under his command were an important part of his life.

Joshua 1:9 - “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

Vern married the love of his life, Shirley Winters, on May 3, 1958.

He was a lifelong member of St. Peter Lutheran Church. His faith was instilled in him at an early age by his parents, and remained a constant with him throughout his life. There are many challenges in life, and for Vern, health was one of those challenges. His loved ones witnessed his faith and the many blessings that God showered on him and those around him due to his health issues.

I Thessalonians 5:16-18: “Be joyful always: pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Jesus Christ.”

Over the years, Vern was employed at Elm Tree Bakery, Foremost Foods, and Hillshire Farm.

The three mainstays in Vern’s life, were family, faith, and country. His pride and joy was his five grandsons and great-grandson. They could always put a smile on Grandpa’s face.

Vern is survived by his wife: Shirley Wichman; two children: Sherry (Glenn) Krautkramer and Scott (Shelly) Wichman; five grandchildren: Kyle (Annesa) Krautkramer, Cory (Ashley) Krautkramer, Michael (Haley Mader) Krautkramer, Brandon (Sarah) Wichman, and Brett Wichman; a great-grandson: William Krautkramer; a brother: Gary (Linda) Wichman; two brothers-in-law: Robert Winters and Ken (Wanda) Winters; and two sisters-in-law: Joyce Wichman and Lois Winters. There are also many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends.

Vern was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers: Ray (Millie) Wichman, Earl Wichman, and Floyd Wichman; a sister: Beverly Winters; and a brother-in-law: Bill Winters.

The Christian Funeral Service with full military honors will be held at St. Peter Lutheran Church, N2740 French Road in Appleton on Thursday, November 1, 2018, at 1:00 PM. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church on Wednesday from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM and again Thursday at the church from 10:00 AM until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to St. Peter Lutheran Church Building Fund.

The family would like to offer their special thanks for the exceptional care provided to Vern at Brewster Village, as well as to Appleton Cardiology for over thirty years of cardiac care. Your kindness will never be forgotten by our grateful family. 
Wichman, Vernon (I117853)
 
44357 Verna "Micki" Jeanette (Kielgas) Nickasch, 88, Oshkosh, passed away peacefully with her children at her side on Tuesday, May 4, 2010, at Park View Health Center, Oshkosh. Verna was born November 14, 1921, in Appleton, daughter of Albert and Lydia (Bloy) Kielgas. She was the youngest of seven children who grew up in Appleton. In the summer of 1942, Verna married Leo A. Nickasch (Mr. Trees). While Leo A. was away fighting for our country in WWII, Verna began raising young Leo J. with the help of her sisters. Upon Leo's return from the war, children Susan, Barbara and Terre were born over the course of the next 13 years. Verna went through life raising her children with all the tools she was given and did a magnificent job. She was an excellent cook as well, especially with her veal birds and angel food birthday cakes! Once the girls were older, Verna went to work in the Development Facility North of Kimberly-Clark as a lab technician for 13 years. Verna and Leo A. spent his last years traveling around the area and the state to different places for different meals on given days. Plus she was the woman behind "Mr. Trees," as they attended many conservation meetings all over the state. In her later years, Verna loved living on the lake, looking out her bedroom window at the wildlife, feeding the birds year-round and growing and tending to her flowers. Verna's love for her children was returned fully and her passing will leave an empty place in all our hearts. We all love you mom and grandma!

Verna is survived by a son, Leo (Sue), Neenah; daughters: Susan (Tom) Uelmen, West Bend; Barbara Nickasch, Menasha; Terre Berth, Oshkosh; grandchildren: Eric, Ian (Sunny), Jennifer (J.R.) Fuss, Josh, Cheryl (Mike) Jordan Aquilera, Heidi (Rohit) Sharma, Melissa (Chad) Johnson, Travis Klein, Jeff (Amy) Uelmen, Heather (Shaunn) Hulick, Matt (Chris) Uelmen, Michelle Berth; 19 great-grandchildren, a brother, Leonard Kielgas, Sun City, AZ.

Verna was preceded in death by her husband, Leo A. in December 1989; her parents; sisters: Gertrude, Esther, Ellen and Myrtle; a brother, Alex.

Visitation will begin at 2:30 p.m. Monday, May 10, 2010, at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1390 Breezewood Lane, Neenah, with funeral services to follow at 3:30 p.m. The Rev. Richard Frost will officiate. Interment will be in St. Margaret Cemetery, Neenah. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

Verna's family would like to give a special thank you and recognize all of the staff at Park View Health Center, especially those in Parkside 2, for their kind and generous care during the last couple years.

Kessler Funeral Home

& Cremation Services

Neenah 920-722-6464

www.kesslerfh.com 
Kielgas, Verna Jeanette (I217279)
 
44358 Verna C. Coppens, Hartford, passed away Sunday, July 17, 2011, at the age of 91 years. She was born in Green Bay, on June 25, 1920, the daughter of Paul and Catherine (nee Kralovetz) Mahlik. Verna is preceded in death by her husband, Carl in 2005, and her son, Jerry in 2008, and her daughter Lorretta Coppens. She is survived by her children, James Coppens, Washington; Wayne (Betty) Coppens, Mayville; grandchildren, Cathy, Joe, Davie and Mike; and two great-grandchildren. Also survived by other relatives and friends.

Graveside service will be held at Allouez Cemetery, 2121 Riverside Drive, Green Bay at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 22, 2011. The Berndt-Ledesma Funeral Home - Hartford is serving the family.

www.berndt-ledesma.com


Published in Green Bay Press-Gazette on July 20, 2011 
Mahlik, Verna C (I255926)
 
44359 Verna C. Vander Heyden, Green Bay, 96, peacefully passed away in the love of her family, Saturday, May 21, 2011. She was born Jan. 28, 1915, in Green Bay, to the late John and Mamie (Phillips) Verheyden. On Oct. 4, 1934, Verna married John Vander Heyden; they enjoyed 44 years together before John passed away on Nov. 16, 1978. Verna was a long-time member of St. Philip the Apostle Church. She volunteered at the American Red Cross, Meals on Wheels, and Parkview Manor.

Survivors include her four children, Gerald (Sandra) VanderHeyden, Green Bay; James "Skip" (Nancy) VanderHeyden, Green Bay; Jean (James) Monfils, Fort Mill, SC; and Mary (Lance) Jones, Denmark; grandchildren, Nicole, Rory, Tammy, Kim, Susan, Steven, Scott, J.J., and David; great-grandchildren, Amy, Scott, Lisa, Michelle, Mark, Jeremy, Sabrina, Brittany, Andrew, Caleigh, Caleb, Shelbi, Eli; great-great-grandson, Kaiden; brother-in-law, Francis Vander Heyden; sisters-in-law, LaVerne and Betty Vander Heyden; and many other relatives and friends.

Verna was preceded in death by her husband, John; brother, Gordon (Armella); sister, Evelyn; daughter-in-law, Shirley; grandson, Jon; and great-grandson, Joshua.

Family and friends may call Monday, May 23, 2011, from 8:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 312 Victoria St., Green Bay. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the church, Monday at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Dave Pleier officiating. Burial will be in Allouez Catholic Cemetery. Schauer & Schumacher Funeral Home is assisting the family.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established for Unity Hospice.

Verna's family would like to extend a special thank you to Unity Hospice and Bishops Court for their care and compassion.

Schauer & Schumacher

Funeral Home

(920) 432-4841 
Verheyden, Verna C (I262377)
 
44360 Verna Catherine Spranger, age 82, Wittenberg, a former Eland resident, died Wednesday, May 2, 2001 at Community Health Care, Wausau Hospital.

She was born September 19, 1918 in Hatley, the daughter of the late Anastazy "George" and Katherine (Barwick) Podjaski.

Verna was united in marriage to Lester Spranger on October 23, 1937 in Wittenberg. He preceded her in death on October 18, 1975.

Survivors include two brothers, Rupert (Dorothy) Podjaski, Schofield and Raymond (LaVerne) Podjaski, Menasha, also many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

Funeral services were held May 5, 2001 at Holy Family-St. William Catholic Parish, Wittenberg. The Rev. Michael Carroll officiated. Interment was in Holy Family Catholic Cemetery, Wittenberg. 
Podjaski, Verna Catherine (I129911)
 
44361 Verna Delia Lukasko, age 87, Eland, town of Elderon, died Friday, June 23, 2000 at her home.

She was born February 15, 1913 in the township of Elderon, the daughter of the late Mathias and Antonetta (VanDeHey) Spranger.

On August 7, 1935, Verna was united in marriage to John Lukasko, Jr.in Birnamwood. He preceded her in death on January 10, 1974.

Survivors include four children, James (JoAnn) Lukasko, Edgar, Suzanne (Elton) Bauch, Birnamwood, Geri Starr, Eland and Elaine (Doug) Vertein, Milwaukee; 13 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren;one brother, Lyman Spranger, Wittenberg;three sisters-in-law, Martha Spranger, Hatley, Verna Spranger and Theresa Spranger, both of Wittenberg; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, Verna was preceded in death by one daughter, Janet,two sisters, Adala Grissmann and Lillian VanWettering and five brothers, Norman, Lester, Raymond, Orville and Herbert Spranger.

Funeral services were held June 26, 2000 at Holy Family Catholic Church, Wittenberg. The Rev. Michael Carroll officiated. Interment was in the parish cemetery. 
Spranger, Verna Delia (I129916)
 
44362 Verna L. Adrian, (nee LaPlante) passed peacefully May 5, 2013. Age 97 years. Resident of Eastcastle Place. Beloved wife of the late Alan Patrick Adrian. Loving mother of Patti Schmidtke and Judi (Fred) Stadler. Proud grandmother of G.P. (Katie) Schmidtke, Jami (Chuck) Kilpatrick, Neal (Tanti Lina) Conley, Colleen (Peter Lindberg) Conley, Kathlyn (John) Albert and Michael (Neda Esmaili) Stadler. Great-grandmother of Alex, Jack, Lilia, Landon, Kiran, Phillip, Lucia and Liam. Further survived by other relatives and friends.

Verna was very active and enjoyed life to the fullest. Along with her late husband, Alan, she was an avid golfer, enjoyed curling, and competed in many bonspiel tournaments. Verna and Alan also played bridge on a regular basis, and participated in a dance club in their early years. Verna volunteered in her church, as a Girl Scout leader, and was an active member in the League of Women Voters. Additionally, she was a co-founder of a women's book club that met for over 50 years, and was a proud member of the St. Gabriel Stampers. Verna will always be remembered and for her eternal optimism and will be missed by all who knew her.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the Alzheimer's Association .

Please join Verna's family as they celebrate her life with a Memorial Service at Eastcastle Place - Lindsay Hall, 2505 E. Bradford Ave. Milwaukee, WI on Thursday, May 16 at 11 a.m. Private inurnment St. Mary's Cemetery, Appleton, WI.

Northshore Funeral

Services

414-961-1812

Jody Michael Armata,

Director




Published in Appleton Post-Crescent on May 12, 2013 
LaPlante, Verna (I126344)
 
44363 Verna L. Lesselyong, Appleton, 90, passed away on Friday, July 13, 2007, at Rennes Health Center. Verna was born on Feb. 11, 1917, in Appleton to the late Rudolph and Lola (Timm) Pfund. She graduated from Appleton High School in 1934 and went on to Lawrence University and eventually earning a teaching degree from the University of Wisconsin at Oshkosh. On April 19, 1941, she married William "Bill" Lesselyong and they celebrated 63 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on March 22, 2004. Verna taught in elementary schools in Sheboygan and then taught for the Appleton Area School District at Edison, Huntley, and Franklin Elementary Schools. She had a true passion for teaching children, and even remembered students' names many years down the road. Verna loved to dance, her and Bill belonged to the Manhattan Club. She loved traveling, she had many fond memories of her European trip. She always enjoyed reading a good book, attending operas and plays, she even enjoyed "Mama Mia" at the Performing Arts Center at the youthful age of 87.
She will be sadly missed by her daughter, Susan (Kirk) Fromhart, Combined Locks; grandchildren, Scott (Julie) Fromhart, Greenville; Shari Fromhart, Kaukauna; great-grandchildren, Courtney, Zachary, Sabrina, and Sydney Fromhart; sister, Carol (Tom) Fern, Tucson, Ariz.; nieces: Sharon and Diane Fern, both Tucson, Ariz.
In addition to her parents, and her loving husband, Bill, she was preceded in death by her sister, Leila Spahn.
In accordance with Verna's wishes private family services will be held. Interment will be in Highland Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Verna's name may be made to the Outagamie County Humane Association or to the Salvation Army.
WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME
537 North Superior Street
Appleton 920-739-1231
www.wichmannfuneralhomes.com 
Pfund, Verna L (I208226)
 
44364 Verna L. Van Hout, age 88, lifetime resident of Kimberly, passed away at St. Paul Home in Kaukauna on Saturday, October 31, 2015. Verna was born on November 28, 1926, in Ortonville, Minnesota to the late Floyd T. and Mary (Derks) Lambert. She married Tony Van Hout on October 26, 1946, in Kimberly. Verna was well known for her strong volunteering spirit. She volunteered at her children's schools, St. Elizabeth Hospital and Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Verna was a member of RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program), was the Girl Scout Cookie Sale Coordinator for many years, was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 60, and the Papermaker Players.

Survivors include her husband of 69 years, Tony; her children, Toni (Dick) Van Hammond, Peggy (Jerry) Wallenfang, Linda (Dennis) Luebke, Luanne (Jeff) Moureau, Jeanne Recker, Bob (Marcia) Van Hout, Sue (Tom) Gau, and Mike (Xiao Li) Van Hout; 26 grandchildren and 38 great grandchildren; her step-sister, Yvonne (Ken) Klein; and her step-brother, David (Carol) Anderson. She was preceded in death by her step-father, Glen Anderson, and her sisters, Betty Van Cuyk and Ione Jansen.

The Funeral Liturgy will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2015, at HOLY SPIRIT/HOLY NAME CATHOLIC CHURCH, 600 E. Kimberly Avenue, Kimberly, with Fr. Bob Kollath officiating. Friends may call at the Jansen Fargo Funeral Home, 204 East Kimberly Avenue, Kimberly, on Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services. Interment will be in Holy Name Cemetery, Kimberly. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the staffs of St. Paul Home and St. Paul Hospice. A memorial is being established in Verna's name. Online condolences may be offered at www.wichmannfargo. com 
Lambert, Verna (I54382)
 
44365 Verna M. Anderson, 86, Green Bay, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2015. She was born February 18, 1929 in De Pere to the late Peter and Florence (Vercauteren) Ebben. On August 22, 1947 Verna married Robert Anderson in Green Bay. He preceded her in death on August 1, 1993.

Verna was a fixture at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church. She spent over 30 years working for the church as well as being a parishioner. She enjoyed her gardens, the birds, spending time at the Botanical Gardens, Barkhausen, and the Wildlife Sanctuary. Every year she and Robert would go to Florida for a few months and then come back with a car full of seashells, with which she would decorate her lawn. Verna loved watching Lawrence Welk and later in life she loved to watch MeTV.

Verna is survived by her daughter Dawn (Frank) Hockers; son Perry (special friend Josephine) Anderson; daughter-in-law Kris Anderson; grandchildren: Leah (Paul) Thomson, Sarah (Eric) Hockers-Schmoll, Jacob (Lisa) Anderson, and Cole Anderson; great grandchildren: Olivia and Matthew Thomson, Carter and Cooper Schmoll, and Evan Peter, Dane Michael, and Kroy Jacob Anderson. She is further survived by her sister Elsie (Otis) Beggs; brother Bernard (Arlene) Ebben; nieces, and nephews. Verna was preceded in death by her husband Robert; son Peter; brother Richard (Jean) Ebben; and daughter-in-law Lisa Orsted-Anderson.

Special thanks to Kande McClellan, Unity, Home Instead and Care For All Ages for the comfort and support they provided.

Family and friends may visit on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, corner of Oneida St and Cormier Rd. Funeral Mass will follow with Fr. John H. Harper presiding. Inurnment will be in Greenwood Cemetery, De Pere, next to Robert. Please visit www.ryanfh.com to send a condolence to Verna's family. Memorials are appreciated to the Shriner Hospital or to Green Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. 
Ebben, Verna M (I448561)
 
44366 Verna M. Berken (Green)

Our beloved mom, grandma and great-grandma passed away into the arms of Jesus at the age of 95 on Monday, October 1, 2018.

Verna was born on November 13, 1922 in the Town of Freedom to Dora (Verhasselt) and John Green.

Verna married Gerald (Jerry) Berken on May 5, 1951 at St. Nicholas Church in Freedom. They made their home in Little Chute. Together they celebrated 47 years of marriage before his passing in October 1998. Together they raised 8 children.

Verna was a member of the Wrightstown American Legion Auxiliary and St. John’s Nepomucene Catholic Church. Verna loved to play with her grandchildren, go for walks, doing word searches, playing sheepshead and all kinds of card games. Her faith was her foundation and sustained her throughout her life. She was an amazing mom, grandma, sister and friend to all and will be missed more than words can say.

She is survived by her children: Ken (Becky), Bonnie (Dennis) Byrne, Don (Heidi), Rick, Diane (Duane) Diedrick, Brian (Kay), Jeff (Lisa) and Scott (Julie). Her 20 grandchildren: Todd (Carrie), Greg and Eric Berken, Chris (Miaoli), Marc (Marcia) and Samantha (Jake Raleigh) Byrne, Kristin (Ryan) Jefcik, Katie (Josh) Daramola, Jessie (Matt) Nelson, Ben (Ashley White) Pynenberg and Jeremiah Berken, Courtney, Elizabeth and Morgan Diedrick, Rachel and Derrick Berken, JJ, Zach, Noah and Ian Berken. Her 7 great-grandchildren: Blake, Caleb, Finnigan, Honesty, Payton, Hadassah & Tessa.

She is also survived by her Brothers-and sisters-in-law: Jim Van Vreede, Bud Bowers, Lorraine Berken, Rita Berken, Bernice & Jerry Bruecker and Mary Berken, many nieces, nephew, and friends.

Verna was preceded in death by her husband Jerry, her parents Dora & John, her father and mother in law, Hubert (Al) & Virginia Berken, her brother and sisters, Norb (Harriet), Bill (Lorraine), Florence (Leo) Schmidt, Frances Moudrey (Leo Weiland & Harry Moudrey), Rosella (Orin) Kortz, Vince (Elaine), Esther Van Vreede, John (Germaine), Bob (Beady), Eleanor Bowers and Charlotte Green. Her brothers-and sisters-in-law, Gordy Berken, Lloyd (Blanche) Berken, Margie Sprierings (Ed Spierings & Dorothy Spierings), Emmett Berken, Mae (Pete) Kuepper and Dale Berken.

Visitation will be Friday, October 12, 2018 at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, 323 S. Pine Street, Little Chute, from 2 p.m. until the time of the funeral Mass at 5:00 p.m. Interment will be at St. John Cemetery, Little Chute. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established. For online condolences, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com.

Special THANK YOU to Kelli and all the special ladies at Helen’s House in Kaukauna for your loving care of our mom over the past few years and to Rennes of De Pere for all the special care you gave to our mom and us during the last week of her life. We can’t thank you enough. Rick and Diane thank you, thank you, thank you for all you did for mom.

Mom, fly high. We love you and will miss you! 
Green, Verna Mary (I28817)
 
44367 VERNA WEST MADER, born Dec. 15, 1921 and died April 12, 1979. Verna
married Hank Milder Sept. 14, 1946 , and they had Christine, Donna,
Mary, Debra, Pamela, Carol, David, Nancy and Michelle. She attended
St. Johns High School where she won many honors. In World War II,
she was in the service, while attending nurses traing, the war ended
before she completed her training. She was very close to her Godmother
Minnie Vosbeek. 
West, Verna Christine (I7227)
 
44368 Verne F. Lehman, age 87, Dale, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2013. Verne was born on July 14, 1926, in Kenosha son of the late Adolph and Marie (Kersten) Lehman. On June 21, 1952, he was united in marriage to Marie Leslie in Marion. He farmed in the Town of DuPont until the age of 29. He then worked at Kimberly-Clark Lakeview Mill from 1955 until his retirement in 1989.

Verne is survived by his wife Marie "Annie"; daughter, Debra (Craig) Francois, Hortonville; sons: Larry Lehman, Neenah; John (Vicky) Lehman, Neenah; Robert (Darcie) Lehman, New London; a brother, Vilas (Linda) Lehman, Arbor Vitae; a sister, Ruby Niemuth, Marion; sister-in-law, Edna Lehman, Appleton. He is further survived by eight-grandchildren: Angela Francois, Bridget (Scott) Spencer, Michele Francois, Nicole (Eugene) Schultz, Amber Francois, Jayme Lehman, Jeremy Lehman and Devon Lehman; two-great-grandchildren Phoenix Francois and Xyza Spencer, also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Verne is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Eugene and Reinhardt (Geraldine) Lehman, a sister Eileen Sether and brother in-laws, Hollis Sether and Harold Niemuth

Funeral services for Verne will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2013, at 10:30 a.m. at Shephard of the River Church at St. Joseph Residence Chapel, (107 E Beckert Rd) New London with Rev. David Kohls officiating. Burial will be in the Roseland Cemetery, Marion. Visitation will be held at the Cline & Hanson Funeral Home, New London on Friday from 4-7 p.m. and also at the church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. 
Lehman, Verne F (I324180)
 
44369 Verne Pleshek, Kaukauna, age 95, died peacefully on Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at the Appleton Health Care Center. She was born May 25, 1917 in Appleton, daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Bero) DeDecker. On September 16, 1937 she married Russell Pleshek; he preceded her in death on April 14, 1972.

She is survived by sons: James (Ruth) and Michael (Bonnie); daughters: Mary (Dale) Lorbiecki, Donna Geurts, and Kathryn Sell; 19 grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by 4 brothers and a sister.

Funeral Services for Verne will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 27, 2012 at BOETTCHER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 2401 Fieldcrest Dr., Kaukauna with Fr. Jerry Pastors officiating. Friends may call on Thursday from 3:00 p.m. until the time of service. Burial will take place in St. Mary Cemetery. www.boettcherfamilyfuneral.com

Thanks to the staff of Appleton Health Care for the wonderful care they gave Verne the past 6 years. Special thanks to her granddaughter Kelly.




Published in Appleton Post-Crescent on December 23, 2012 
DeDecker, Vernil Laura (I216802)
 
44370 Verneal F. Verdegan, 86, Kewaunee, died Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2011, at the Kewaunee Care Center. She was born in Pekin, Ill., on Sept. 4, 1925, to the late Clarence and Laura (Stauthammer) Hanson.

She married Edward L. Verdegan on Sept. 22, 1949, in Ladysmith, and he preceded her in death on May 4, 2001.

She and Edward moved to Kewaunee in 1950. She worked as a cook and baker for the Kewaunee School System for many years until retiring. She was a member of Holy Rosary Parish and an active member of the Rosary Society. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, was an avid card player, belonging to the sheephead marathon and enjoyed being with family and friends.

Survivors include three daughters and two sons-in-law, Joni and John Pagel, Oshkosh; Rita and John Jacquette, Two Rivers; Mary Hermes, Green Bay; one son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Nancy Verdegan, Kewaunee; nine grandchildren, Ben Pagel, Liz Pagel; Laurie (Chris) Lischka; Jeremy Jacquette (special friend, Kim), Chad (Jennifer) Jacquette, Brian Jacquette (special friend, Megan); Michelle Hermes (fiance, Mark Diercks, Jr.), Melissa Hermes (special friend, Will), Miranda Hermes (special friend, Vince); seven great-grandchildren, Gabriel Mayhew, Kailey, Alisyn, Justin Lischka; Michael Verheyen and Mason Hermes; Kayla Jacquette; and one brother, Robert Hanson, Sheldon, Wis.

She was preceded in death by one son, Rick; one grandson, Brad Verdegan; two sisters, Joyce Michaels and Frances Logsdon.

Friends may call after 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27, at Buchanan Funeral Home, Kewaunee. A parish wake service will be held at 7 p.m. Visitation continues on Monday until 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church, Kewaunee, with Fr. William Swichtenberg officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. 
Hanson, Verneal F (I359767)
 
44371 Vernetta C. Harke Ewer passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 7, 2010, at Saint Joseph's Hospital in Chippewa Falls. She was born on August 14, 1914, in the town of Split Rock in Shawano County to William and Minnie Harke. She was the youngest of 11 children. Vernetta married Robert D. Ewer in Kimberly on June 29, 1935. He preceded her in death on June 30, 1989, after 54 years of marriage. Survivors include: two son, Robert Jr. (Helen) and Charles (friend Fernidia) Ewer; and six daughters, Darlene (Clyde) Olson; Nancy (Frank) Cynor; Diane (late Harvey Sr.) Birch; Linda (Clarence) Walsvik, Cindy (late Ken) Schulz; Pamela (Bill) Ewer. Also surviving are 28 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Vernetta was preceded in death by: two sons-in-law, and two great-grandchildren. She is further survived by one sister-in-law Margaret Harke. She is also loved by Marilyn, Tom, Betty, Marie, Dave and Gil. Vernetta was a life-long member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Cornell. Services will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday April 10 with Pastor Patrick Feldius officiating. Visitation will take place at the church one hour prior to the time of service. Burial will be in the Holcombe Cemetery. Nash-Jackan Funeral Home in Ladysmith is assisting the family. She will be forever missed by her large family. She will be remembered for her homemade bread and the many other special cookies, pies, and desserts. Vernetta loved her flowers and garden, especially her strawberries. She also watched, fed and enjoyed any and all animals and birds that came to her feeders in front of her living room patio door. Vernetta loved to play cards and woe to anyone that played the wrong card! She was an avid Milwaukee's Brewer fan. She rarely missed a game and often turned the sound down on the TV so she could listen to Bob Uecker call the play by play late into the night. We love you Mom.

The Chippewa Herald, April 8, 2010 
Harke, Vernetta C (I157169)
 
44372 Vernetta M. Stephany, 86, formerly of Johnsburg, died Thursday morning, July 15, 2010, at the Villa Loretto Nursing Home in Mount Calvary. The former Vernetta Sippel was born January 14, 1924, in St. Cloud to the late Edwin & Rose Will Sippel. She attended St. Cloud Catholic Grade School. On August 28, 1944, she married Raymond A. Stephany at St. Cloud Catholic Church. Ray preceded her in death on January 3, 1980. Vernetta worked at Blanck's Supper Club in Johnsburg until her retirement.

She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Johnsburg, the St. John Altar & Rosary Society and a member of the Mount Calvary Legion Auxiliary.

Survivors include her four children: Robert (Connie) Stephany, Greenleaf; Kathleen Abler, Malone; Peter (Arlene) Stephany, Hilbert; Joan (Jeffrey) Krueger, Malone; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; her sister, Vangie Karls, Fond du Lac; two brothers: Hubert Sippel and Howard (Marlene) Sippel, both of St. Cloud; seven sisters-in-law: Elsie Sippel, Mount Calvary; Donna (Zeno) Entringer, St. Cloud; Peggy Sippel, New York; Mary (Francis) Abler, St. Peter; Marie Stephany, Fond du Lac; Adeline Stephany, Malone; Valeria Stephany, Fond du Lac; and her brother-in-law, Ray Wagner, St. Peter.

Vernetta was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ray; two sons: William and Matthew; a son-in-law, Duane Abler; a grandson; three brothers: Eugene Sippel, her twin brother, Vernon "Bud" Sippel and Harold Sippel and an infant sister, Laura Mae Sippel.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 19, 2010, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church N9288 Hwy. W, Fond du Lac, WI "Johnsburg". Rev. Joseph Coerber will officiate. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Family and friends may call at the Sippel Funeral Home, 1311 Thorp Street in St. Cloud, on Sunday, July 18th from 3-7 p.m. and again at the funeral home Monday morning from 9-10:15 a.m. when brief family rites will be held. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home Sunday evening at 7 p.m. For additional information, please call the Sippel Funeral Home in St. Cloud 920-999-2291 or visit www. sippelfuneralhome.net. 
Sippel, Vernetta M (I236971)
 
44373 Vernon "Buddy" De Cleene, 69, Green Bay, died unexpectedly at a local hospital on July 9, 2016. Born on August 16, 1946, in Green Bay, he is the son of the late Oliver and June (Wilson) De Cleene. On July 11, 1991, he married Kay. Buddy was a passionate Elvis fan who loved his pets and times spent with family.

Buddy is survived by his loving wife, Kay; one brother, Glen De Cleene; three sisters, Gloria Horkmam, Joanne De Cleene (special friend, Robert Dombrowski), and Julie Goodletson (special friend, Scott Clabots); two nieces, Jennifer (Chris) Johnson, Rose De Cleene; and two great nieces, Lydia and Scarlett Dugan.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother-in-law, Wilbert Horkman; and one nephew, William Burke.

Visitation at Malcore (East) Funeral Home, 701 N. Baird St., Thursday from 2-3 p.m., with a memorial service at 3:00 p.m.

Please visit www.malcorefuneralhome.com to express condolences to the family.
Published in Green Bay Press-Gazette on July 11, 2016 
DeCleene, Vernon Glen (I489382)
 
44374 Vernon "Butch" Vande Hei, 61, of Abrams, died unexpectedly on Friday evening, February 15, 2013 at a Green Bay hospital. The son of Rosemary (Vercauteren) Vande Hei and the late Alvin Vande Hei was born December 9, 1951 in Green Bay. He was a graduate of West De Pere High School, Class of 1970. Butch was self-employed and was involved in multiple businesses, including real estate. He enjoyed golf, hunting, and fishing with his grandchildren. Butch was happiest while working with his heavy equipment. Butch had a colorful way of twisting a phrase.

His family includes his two children, Rob Vande Hei and Cherie (Jon) Cadieux, grandchildren, Nathan and Adam Cadieux, fiancé, Nancy Jensen, Butch's mother, Rosemary Vande Hei, siblings, Alois "Snuffy" (Sandy) Vande Hei, David (Connie) Vande Hei, Janet (Brian) Hart, Julie Vande Hei (special friend, Larry Hamilton), Jeff (Connie) Vande Hei, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Alvin.

Family and friends may call at RYAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY , 305 North Tenth Street, De Pere, from 2:00 to 6:00 pm on Tuesday February 19, 2013. Funeral services will be held at 6:00 pm Tuesday at the funeral home with Father Jay Fostner, O. Praem., officiating. Please visit www.ryanfh.com to send online condolences to the Vande Hei family. The Vande Hei family extends a special thank you to St. Vincent Hospital staff as well as Unity Hospice for their care and concern. In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a memorial fund has been established. 
VandeHei, Vernon John (I155161)
 
44375 Vernon "Guy" Rusch, 81, Seymour, passed away Friday, Oct. 10, 2008. He was born March 12, 1927, son of the late Benjamin and Emma (Noack) Rusch. He was united in marriage to Dolores Seefeldt on June 7, 1952. Guy and Dolores spent their lives together building Chicken Alley Farms. He was a member of the Seymour United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Christine (Lavern) Bunnell, Seymour; five grandchildren, Vicky (Scott) Felty, Seymour; Nicole (Shawn) Stutzman, Eau Claire; Guy (Pamela) Bunnell, Christopher Bunnell and Garrison Bunnell, all of Seymour; seven great-grandchildren, Emma, Kaitlyn and Andrew Felty, Ivan Stutzman, Courtney, Mason and Wyatt Bunnell; one brother and sister-in-law, William (Catherine) Rusch; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Barbara (Victor) Muenster and Linda (Norman) Rohm; and a brother-in-law, James (Edna) Seefeldt.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one infant son; one granddaughter, Melissa; sister and brother-in-law, Anelda (Roger) Wisniewski; and his wife.

Friends may call to Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour, on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, from 4 to 8 p.m. Visitation will continue on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, at United Methodist Church, Seymour, from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Rebecca Henry officiating. Burial will be in the Seymour City Cemetery.

Take a deep breath and walk wherever you want to and for as long as you would like. You will be in our hearts always as we reminisce on all those retold stories. 
Rusch, Vernon L (I369222)
 
44376 Vernon "Vern" C. Learman, Jr., age 76, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2015 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on March 30, 1939 to the late Vernon Sr. and Eloise (Blink) Learman in New London, WI.

Vern was an avid outdoorsman, sportsman and full of character making friends everywhere. He loved riding his motorcycles, racing stock cars, hunting, fishing and telling stories. In his free time he enjoyed watching racing, football, baseball and spending time with his friends and family.

He is survived by his three children, four grandchildren, three great grandchildren, seven brothers, five sisters, nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Robert and Vern's very special friend Jeannie Delrow

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Thank you to the kind and caring staff at Appleton Medical Center.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established. Please forward donations to:

VERNON C LEARMAN MEMORIAL FUND

Community First C.U.

PO BOX 1487

APPLETON, WI 54912-1487 
Learman, Vernon C (I453084)
 
44377 Vernon "Vern" Edward Vanderzanden, 69, a resident of the Forest Grove community passed away on Monday evening March 7, 2016 at the Tuality Community Hospital in Hillsboro.

Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be said at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Visitation Catholic Church; 4285 NW Visitation Rd. in Verboort.

Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 a.m.

Family and friends are invited to attend a reception following the Mass held at the parish hall.

Vern was born on February 16, 1947 in North Plains, OR. He was the oldest of eight children born to Clarence and Erma (Meeuwsen) Vanderzanden. He attended St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School in Roy and Banks High School graduating with the class of 1965.

He worked at Gray and Co for several years until he started working for USA (Unified Sewage Agency) AKA Clean Water Services. His job at Clean Water was as a maintenance man in Field Operations and had worked for over 31 years from 1977 to 2008. Vern had lived in Roy, OR until 1975 when he moved to Banks.

He met his loving wife, Diane Miller, while at a Singles Encounter at St Pius X Catholic church in 1995. Their relationship began as good friends and then blossomed into their marriage four years later on June 26, 1999 in Portland, OR. They made their home in Banks until 2000 when they moved to Forest Grove.

Vern was active in the Jaycees for a number of years and involved with the Sunset Park for over 20 years. With the many years at the Sunset Park as caretaker he was also known for being the "Bartender" at the Bank's Tractor Pull - Bar BQ in the month of August each year. He and Diane worked 15+ years thru St Pius X Catholic Church serving meals once a month at a Men's shelter in Portland, OR. At the Verboort Sausage dinner you could find Vern helping out in making the Kraut, peeling potatoes and helping with the sausage making but you would always find him on the day of the dinner being the North-side Door Man meeting and greeting people. Both him and Diane would be in charge of the making of the Meatballs for St. Anthony's spaghetti dinner that was held in the month of February. Vern had a passion for cooking and described himself as a "Textured Cook". He was known for his homemade Bar BQ rub and for his barbequed Turkey at Thanksgiving. He and Diane enjoyed canning the garden produce together and Vern could make a mean Spaghetti Sauce from his Tomatoes. He was a judge for the PNWBA (Pacific NW Bar BQ Association) and enjoyed the many events he and Diane judged. He enjoyed the outdoors hunting, fishing, clamming, crabbing, camping and his 1960's music "Duane Eddy" and the "The Ventures". His favorite TV character was "Jackie Gleason" and was told that he resembled Jackie with humor and stories. He loved the beach and he and Diane would often take day Road trips to the beach stopping at plant nurseries along the way getting Oysters to BBQ at home and eating at their favorite spot in Astoria, OR at the Bow Picker to get their (Tuna) Fish and chips. Vern and Diane had a standard Friday night date of watching on TV Gardening with Cisco and listening to In the Garden with Mike Darcy on FM 101.1. Vern loved watching the birds and built a bird shelter for the bird feeders. When it came Spring and the Finches returned to the area you would find people stopping in front of his home to watch up to 75+ yellow Finches feeding. He was a Western movie buff, and a Washington County Master Gardener and was known in the community as the Tomato Guy.

He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother; Steve Vanderzanden.

Vern is survived by his loving wife; Diane, three children and a son-in-law. Tom Vanderzanden of Spokane, WA , Kate and Brandon Baker of Seattle, WA, Andrew Vanderzanden of Portland, OR, six siblings and their spouses; Herb and Charlene Vanderzanden of Forest Grove, Janet and Allen VanDyke of Verboort, Barb McBeth and her companion, Norm McPhail both of Hillsboro, Pat and Lori Vanderzanden of Buxton, Jim and Agnes Vanderzanden of Vancouver, OR, Scott and Susie Vanderzanden of Roy, sister-in-law; Betty Vanderzanden of Roy, sister and brother-in-law, Carolyn and Robert Littlepage, three grandchildren; Lucy Jane, Violet, Hannah, many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

After going to church one Sunday, Vern mentioned how nice it would be to have benches with backs on them on the church grounds. Family suggest donations go to Visitation Catholic Church/"Vern's Bench" or donations to Shiners Hospital for Children/Portland, Oregon.

Posted by Duyck & VanDeHey Funeral Home 
VanderZanden, Vernon Edward (I506723)
 
44378 Vernon A. Schampers, 89, Green Bay, passed away Monday evening, Aug. 27, 2018, at a local nursing home.
Born Oct. 25, 1928, in De Pere, he is the son of the late Norbert and Helen (VanEss) Schampers. Vern married Helen Busse in June 1948 in Green Bay. He had worked for many years at Charmin (Procter and Gamble). Vern was a long time member of Saint Willebrord Church. Vern will be remembered for his love of the outdoors, animals and his hunting dog. He enjoyed dancing the Polka with his lovely wife, Helen.

Vern is survived by his wife of 70 years, Helen; two daughters and a son-in-law, Marsha Schampers and Cynthia (Mark) Buhl; several grandchildren; two sisters, Shirley Sprangers and LeVerne (Norrie) Daniels; and one brother, Ronald Schampers.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and one son, Jimmy Schampers.

Visitation at Malcore (East) Funeral Home, 701 N. Baird Street, Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018 from 8:30am until the time of the funeral. Funeral service 10:30am at the funeral home with Father Ken DeGroot, O.Praem. officiating. Burial in Allouez Catholic Cemetery. 
Schampers, Vernon A (I477515)
 
44379 Vernon A. Van Den Busch, 93, Green Bay, passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2017, at home with his wife at his side. He was born July 30, 1924, in Humboldt, WI, the son of the late Frank and Theresa (Detrie) Van Den Busch. He married the love of his life Elaine Stencil on September 25, 1948. Vernon grew up on a dairy farm in the town of Humboldt and continued dairy farming with Elaine in the town of Ledgeview until 1986. He was a hard-working, devoted herdsman/dairyman. He loved his cows and treated them like companion animals. After a few weeks of retirement, he began working at Mystery Hills (now Ledgeview) Golf Course and worked there for 15 years.

Vernon was a gentle, loving, and caring husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He had an excellent sense of humor and quick wit, always bringing a smile to those around him. A true Packers and Brewers fan, Vernon was known to have had two T.V. sets going at the same time to catch both games. He was a true fan, even during the lean years.

He is survived by his wife, Elaine, of 69 years; five children, Tim, Barb, Ann (Joe) Heyrman, Karen (Pat) Finnel, and Lynn (Joe) Barrett; six grandchildren, Greg (Doree) Heyrman, Theresa (Greg) Beyer, Jeff (MaryJo) Heyrman, Matt Finnel, Andrea (Jason) Maresh, and Andy (Sarah) Finnel; 11 great-grandchildren, Brad, Garrett, Tehya, Ryan, Ava, Grace, Morgan, Allen, Charleigh, McCoy, and McKinley. Vernon is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters, Katie (Van Den Busch) Zellner, Regina (Van Den Busch) Bosaki; brothers, Ted, Leonard, Lawrence, Elmer, Alvin, and Norbert along with a granddaughter, Carrie Heyrman.

Visitation for Vernon will be at Proko-Wall Funeral Home, 1630 E. Mason St., Friday, October 13, 2017, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a wake service to follow. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 14, 2017, at St. Mary's Catholic Church Glenmore, 5840 Apple Rd., De Pere, WI. There will be no visitation prior to mass on Saturday. Entombment will be at the Shrine of the Good Shepherd Catholic Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers and other expressions of sympathy a memorial is being established. Online condolences may be expressed at www.prokowall.com.

The family extends a special thank you to Vernon's caregivers, Lisa Conant, Cheryl Schilling, Shellie Berg, Laurie Thyes, and daughter Barb for their great care and compassion. Vernon's family also thanks Melissa and all the nurses and staff at Unity Hospice for their calming and compassionate service.
Published in Green Bay Press-Gazette from Oct. 12 to Oct. 14, 2017 
VandenBusch, Vernon A (I530391)
 
44380 Vernon A. Wenninger, age 85, of Seymour passed away Tuesday morning, July 25, 2017, at Good Shepherd Nursing Home, Seymour. He was born February 3, 1932, son of the late Antone and Mary (Henn) Wenninger.

On October 9, 1954, he was united in marriage to Mary Blohm at St. Sebastian Catholic Church in Isaar. She preceded him in death on October 11, 2014. Vernon was a lifelong member of St. Sebastian Catholic Church.

Vernon and Mary dairy farmed side by side in the Town of Seymour, where they raised their family.

He enjoyed traveling with Mary, visiting many different states. Vern was an avid hunter, enjoyed snowmobiling and case tractors. He loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, and all the great-grandchildren.

Vernon is survived by his seven children: Christine (David) Van Boxtel, Oneida; Mike (Diane) Wenninger, Green Bay; Karen (Gary) Van Lanen, De Pere; Pat Wenninger, Freedom; Vern Jr. (fiancé Carol Wojcik) Wenninger, Green Bay; Kathy (fiancé Joe Schoch) Meulemans, Menasha; and Paul (Tina) Wenninger, Seymour; 17 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; sister, Agnes Samson. Further survived by brother-in-law, John Vandenberg.

He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Deanne Wenninger; daughter-in-law, Luann Wenninger; brothers: Joseph (Adeline) Wenninger, Edward (Josephine) Wenninger; sisters: Marcella (George) Samson, Margaret (Otto) Worsch; brother-in-law, Hugh Samson sister-in-law, Barbara Vandenberg; brother-in-law, Neil (Carol) Blohm.

Friends may call on Friday, July 28, 2017, at St. Sebastian Catholic Church, Isaar, from 9:00 am until the funeral mass at noon with Fr. Brian Belongia and Deacon Rich Matuszak officiating. Burial will take place in the parish cemetery.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.muehlboettcher.com

Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour is assisting the family with arrangements.

A special thank you to the staff of Good Shepherd Nursing Home for the wonderful care given to dad.
Published in Green Bay Press-Gazette on July 27, 2017 
Wenninger, Vernon Andrew (I606)
 
44381 Vernon adopted Debbora Jean and Vicki Marie. Lamer, Vernon (I307726)
 
44382 Vernon Bougie was born March 12, 1931 to Joseph and Rose (Vanden Heuvel) Bougie in the Town of Lawrence. He married Kay Williamsen on October 6, 1956.

Vern graduated from St. Norbert High School in 1949 and St. Norbert College in 1953. He served in the United States Army and the Army Reserve 1953-1963.

He was the manager of the Green Bay office of the Internal Revenue Service and upon retirement worked for the accounting firm of Jonet and Fountain (currently Shenck and Associates).

Vern was very active at St. Francis Xavier Parish, De Pere, serving as trustee, lector, usher, Eucharistic minister and other volunteer projects. He was a strong proponent of Catholic education, serving on the parent board for both Abbot Pennings High School and St. Norbert College.

Aside from spending time with his family, one of his favorite Sunday commitments was being an official statistician for the Green Bay Packers.

Vern is survived by his wife, five children and thirteen grandchildren, Ginny (Kelly) Matt and Jenni, Danny, Jon Gigot; Jane (Paul) Schueller; Mark (Heather) Noah, Noelle; Steve (Maria) Sarah, David; Joe (Heidi) Kate, Sam, Shea and Ally, Vinny Dorazio.

He is further survived by three brothers, Ed (Mary); Cliff (Shirley); Larry (Chris) his sister, Mary Krautkramer, two brothers' in-law Jack (Shirley) Williamsen; Jeff (Kathy) Williamsen and two sisters' in-law, Sue Williamsen and Bern Williamsen as well as nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Vern was preceded in death by his parents, mother and father in-law Millie and Arnold Williamsen, sister and brother in-law Betty (Gary) Bellin, brothers' in-law Jack Krautkramer and Jim Williamsen.

Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 29th at Cotter Funeral Home, 860 N. Webster Ave, De Pere with a prayer service concluding the evening at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue on Wednesday, January 30, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 220 S. Michigan St., De Pere, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to GRACE (Green Bay Area Catholic Education) or St. Francis Xavier Parish. 
Bougie, Vernon (I289438)
 
44383 Vernon C. Rohm, 88, of Seymour passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 7, 2018 at Good Shepherd Nursing Home with his family at his side. He was born October 31, 1929, son of the late Alvan and Elsie Rohm.

On November 7, 1956, he was united in marriage to Margaret R. Seefeldt at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Black Creek, where they were members.

Vernon loved farming, baking, and gardening. He was also on the Osborn volunteer fire department for many years.

Vernon is survived by his son Carlton and (special friend Sue Onstad-Kelley); sister Alice (Bob) Prindle, Larson; sister-in-law Linda Rohm, Seymour.

Vernon was preceded in death by his wife Margaret, and brother Norman Rohm.

Services for Vernon will be Friday, October 12, 2018 from 9-11am with funeral service at 11am at Muehl-Boettcher Funeral in Seymour. Entombment will be at Highland Memorial in Appleton. Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences can be expressed to the family at www.muehlboettcher.com 
Rohm, Vernon C (I487370)
 
44384 Vernon Cornelissen

Vernon Cornelissen, 75, 1006 N. Military Ave., died Monday, July 21, 1997. He was born Nov. 23, 1921, in DePere, to the late Martin and Bertha (Schampers) Cornelissen. He was employed by Fort Howard Paper Co., for 36 ½ years, retiring in 1983.

Survivors include three children and their spouses, Leon and Linda Cornelissen, Sheboygan, Kevin and Gail Cornelissen, Fort McCoy; Darlene and Gerald Margraf, Green Bay; six grandchildren, Megan and Timmy Cornelissen, Heidi and Nicholas Cornelissen, Chad and Danielle Margraf; one brother and sister-in-law, Norman and Monica Cornelissen, DePere; three sisters and one brother-in-law, Regina Coenen, DePere; Angie Klister, Wrightstown; his twin sister, Verna and Robert Hockers, DePere; one brother-in-law, Harold Linsmier, DePere.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jacqueline Geniesse; one son, Timothy Cornelissen; one sister, Geneva Linsmier.

Friends may call at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano Ave., from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. Thursday. Funeral will be at 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Village of Howard.

A memorial fund has been established in his name. 
Cornelissen, Vernon (I152848)
 
44385 Vernon E. "Tiny" Kitzinger, 85, of Black Creek passed away Monday evening, March 12, 2012 at his home after a short illness with cancer. He was born October 11, 1926 son of the late Peter and Mabel (Sassman) Kitzinger in Black Creek. On July 2, 1966 he was united in marriage to Laverna Hartwig.

Tiny was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Black Creek and a member of the choir. He worked for the Outagamie Cty. Hwy. Dept. for 40 years. Vernon was a World War II Navy veteran, serving on the U.S.S. Battle Ship, Massachusetts. He was a member of the Duhm-Masch Post 332 American Legion for over 50 years and was a past commander. He was named Black Creek citizen of the year, served on the fire dept. for 48 years, Black Creek Village Board, Black Creek Sportsman Club and the Black Creek-Seymour Ducks Unlimited. He enjoyed his cabin up north.

Survivors include his wife, Laverna; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; Jane Steck, Virgie (Veryle "Red") Sievert, Joyce (Wayne) Heim, Norman R. (Bonnie) Hartwig; nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends

Besides his parents he is preceded in death by his brother Leslie (Corrine) Kitzinger, niece Carol Neuman; nephew Keith Ward, brothers-in-law Gordon Steck and David Ward

Friends may call at Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour on Thursday March 15, 2012 from 6-9 PM and Friday, March 16, 2012 at St. John's United Church of Christ, 101 S. Clark St., Black Creek from 9:30 AM until services at 11:00 AM with Pastor Gail Irwin officiating. Military rites will follow at the church by the Duhm-Masch Post. Burial will take place in the Freedom Lutheran Community Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at muehlboettcher.com

A special thank you to Heartland Hospice, Rennes Health Care and his many friends for their many visits 
Kitzinger, Vernon Edward Adolf (I285020)
 
44386 Vernon E. Scherer, 85, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2019. He was born in Green Bay on December 19, 1933, to the late Edmund and Lorraine (Berendson) Scherer. Vernon was a graduate of East De Pere High School. He served his country during the Korean Conflict with the U.S. Army, from 1953 until his honorable discharge in 1955. On April 22, 1961, he married the former Betty Vanden Avond at Holy Martyrs of Gorcum Church and they were blessed with 58 years of marriage. He founded VS Machine in his own garage and grew the business until he was able to pass it to his sons; then began his next venture of acquiring the Pulaski airport, which he remained a partner in until his passing. After Vernon’s retirement, he and Betty were able to do much traveling, including going to China and climbing the steps at the Potala Palace in Tibet. When they weren’t traveling, amongst his many day to day adventures, they could be found enjoying their free time at the family cottage in Sand Bay.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Betty; his children, Steven Scherer, Dennis (Cindy) Scherer, and Donna (Todd) Skaletski; nine grandchildren, Shannon Scherer, Jessica (Jeff) Neta, Scott Scherer, Nicole (Keith) Hettmann, Stephanie Scherer, Jennifer (special friend Wyatt) Scherer, Danielle (special friend Eric) Scherer, Rebecca (Jeremy) Elliott, Adam Skaletski; five great-grandchildren, Sienna, Addisen, Noah, Isaac, and Raelyn; one sister, Veda Scherer; three sisters and brother-in-law, Marion (Gene) Havlovitz, Pat Baumgart, and Joann Vanden Avond; along with nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Vernon was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters-in-law, Francis Vanden Avond, Phil Baumgart, and Becky (Mike) Seidl.

Friends may gather at Proko-Wall Funeral Home, 1630 E. Mason St, on Thursday, September 12, 2019, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Parish Wake Service at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue Friday morning at St. Willebrord Catholic Church, 209 S. Adams St, from 9:00 a.m. until the Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Andrew Cribben, O. Praem, will preside. Burial in the Allouez Catholic Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prokowall.com.

In lieu of floral expressions, a memorial fund will be established in Vernon’s name.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at St. Vincent’s Hospital, for all the care they gave to Vernon and his family. 
Scherer, Vernon E (I124715)
 
44387 Vernon Edward Meeuwsen
(November 5, 1931 - July 10, 2010)

Vernon Edward "Vern" Meeuwsen, 78, a resident of the Verboort community, died Saturday evening, July 10, 2010 at the Tuality Community Hospital in Hillsboro.

Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 at the Visitation Catholic Church; 4285 NW Visitation Rd. in Verboort.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 at the Visitation Catholic Church in Verboort.

Rite of Christian Burial and Vault interment at Visitation Cemetery in Verboort will immediately follow the Funeral Mass.

Family and friends are invited to attend a reception following the cemetery rites to be held at the Visitation Parish Hall in Verboort.

Vern was born on November 5, 1931 in Roy, OR. He was one of nine children born to William A and Mary (Vanderzanden) Meeuwsen. He was raised on the family farm and received his early education at the St Francis Grade School in Roy, OR. Vern attended High School in Banks and was a graduate with the Class of 1949. Following High School he served in the Oregon National Guard Reserve.

He was united in marriage to Barbara Jean "Bobbie" Evers on October 18, 1958 in Verboort, OR. Following their marriage they built their present home in Forest Grove where they lived all of their married lives. Bobbie died on August 14, 2008.

Vern was a mechanic all of his life. He worked at the BJ Hermens Garage for 20 years then went to work for Consolidated Freightways for another 20 years, retiring in 1993.

He enjoyed wood and metal working, winemaking and building family heirlooms. He also enjoyed gardening, raising roses and feeding wild birds. When his children were young he would enjoy fishing and camping with them and was the "weekend" cook making pancakes every morning. Vern enjoyed old country classics. He enjoyed volunteering at Visitation, using his talents repairing and maintaining the parish buildings. Vern served as the sextant for the Visitation cemetery for 35 years.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Bobbie, a son, Mitchell, his parents, and five siblings; Maurice, Norbert, Ralph, Stanley and Lena.

Survivors include four children and their spouses; Robin and Patrick Shannon of DeSoto, TX, Paul and Marianne Meeuwsen of Kennewick, WA, Linda and Geoffrey Barnes of Kennewick, WA, William Meeuwsen of West Richland, WA, five grandchildren; Garrett, Erik, Allison, Jacob and Erin.; and three siblings; Harold and Lyle Meeuwsen and Clara Kindel.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Vernon's name to Visitation Cemetery at 4285 NW Visitation Rd, Forest Grove, OR 97116. 
Meeuwsen, Vernon Edward (I229752)
 
44388 Vernon Gorges, 18, Route 2, New London, drowned while swimming in a slough near his home. Gorges, Vernon Lee (I470612)
 
44389 Vernon Henry Friebel, age 92, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 surrounded by family. He was born April 26, 1926 in Navarino, Wisconsin, the son of the late Edward and Minnie (Sanderfoot) Friebel. Vern lived most of his life in the Kimberly/Little Chute/Appleton area. He married Rosemary Nussbaum, daughter of the late Frank and Dorothy (Tennie) Nussbaum, of Appleton on April 25, 1953 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Appleton. They lived in Kimberly from 1954 until 2016 when they moved into St. Paul's Villa, Kaukauna, where he resided until the time of his death. Vern worked at Krambo's, Kroger's, United Grocers, and Roundy's mostly as a truck driver, retiring in 1986.
Vern enjoyed bowling, golfing (achieving a hole-in-one), fishing, and hunting. He was a huge fan of the Packers, Brewers, and Badgers and enjoyed high school sports especially when his kids or grandkids were involved. Vern was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church (formerly Holy Name) and served as an usher for many years. He was a long-time member of the Knights of Columbus, Catholic Foresters, Catholic Knights, and the American Legion. He was devoted to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren spending many happy hours with them. Vern served in the U.S. Army during WWII from 1944 to 1946. He was honored to go on the Old Glory Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. in September 2012 and enjoyed it very much.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Rosemary, and their children, John (Barb Meetz) Friebel and their children, Jennifer and Stephanie; Jim (Sharon Plath) Friebel and their children, Sara and Nick (Linda); David (Adriana Van Lith) Friebel and their children, Jeff (Dominique) and Kim; Joe (the late Lori Schiebe) Friebel and their children, Scott (Monica), Brian, and Alex; Ann (Steve) Bauer and their children, Jace Bauer, Sean (Kayce) Lenz and Morgan Lenz; as well as his beloved great-grandchildren, Sophia and Jack Friebel. Vern is further survived by a sister-in-law, Virginia Friebel, a brother-in-law, Arden Mattice, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He was preceded in death by two of his children, Mark and an infant son, Thomas, an infant grandson, Frank David, and a daughter-in-law, Lori Friebel. Also preceding him in death were his two brothers, Marvin and Ronald, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Lee Friebel, Millie Mattice, Addie and Ralph Ulman, Joan and Tom Gasser, and Donald and Sylvia (Sis) Nussbaum.
Visitation for Vern will take place from 9-10:30 AM on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at the Wichmann Jansen-Fargo Funeral Home, 204 E. Kimberly Ave., Kimberly, WI 54136. A funeral mass will be celebrated for Vern at 11 AM on Saturday, March 30th, 2019 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church-Kimberly Site, 600 E. Kimberly Avenue, Kimberly. Interment will be in Holy Name Cemetery, Kimberly.
Vern's family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of St. Paul's Villa, the staff and sisters of St. Paul's Nursing Home, and the staff of St. Paul's Hospice Services for all their care and compassion during Vern's stay.
To leave a special memory or condolences for Vern's family, please visit wichmannfuneralhomes.com.
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent on Mar. 29, 2019 
Friebel, Vernon Henry (I100360)
 
44390 Vernon J. "Slippery" Bowers, Freedom, age 71, died unexpectedly Friday January 25, 2013. He was born in Freedom on December 1, 1941 to the late John and Anna (Arnoldussen) Bowers. Vernon married Jo Ann Randerson on November 3, 1962 at St. Nicholas Parish, where he was a lifelong member. He worked for many years at Thilmany Paper Mill in Kaukauna and then as a Union Representative for the United Paperworkers International Union which then changed to the United Steel Workers. He retired in 2005. Vernon loved the outdoors and spent a lot of time fishing and hunting. He would begin talking about opening bow hunting season in about mid-June and would say that the days were getting shorter all summer long. The fishing trips he planned to North Dakota had become legendary both for their success and the stories that came from them (some were even true). He also enjoyed athletics playing football, basketball and baseball in his younger years, but baseball was his favorite sport. He was a co-founder of the Freedom Mets baseball team which he both played for and was manager of. Vernon watched every MLB game that he could although he was a die-hard Cubs fan. He was particularly fond of Ron Santo with whom he shared a number and position. Vernon served as a town supervisor for the Town of Freedom and took his role there seriously. He was also the founder of the Freedom "Coffee Club." On any given day the Coffee Club could be found sharing stories and making hunting/fishing plans at the local gas station.

But for everything he accomplished in his life, what he was most proud of was his grandkids. He was the most wonderful grandpa anyone could ask for. He would do anything at all for "his kids." The kids were often heard to say that "Grandpa's kids get whatever they want," and we all knew that to be true. Vern was known for giving out nicknames, and the grandkids all had them before they could walk: Ashlyn "Senator," Ethan "Howie," and Megan "MayMay." After that, he rarely used their given names. Everything in Vern's life revolved around his family and grandkids. He will be missed terribly.

Vernon is survived by his wife of 50 years, Jo Ann; his children: Jodi (Keith) Roskowski and Robb (Kristy), both of Freedom; his grandchildren: Ashlyn and Ethan Roskowski, Megan Bowers and Anthony Bucholtz; his siblings: Rose Mary Greiner, Helen Dachelet, Daniel (Elaine) and Glenn Bowers; and brothers and sisters-in-law: Joan Bowers, Tom Broeren and Ron (Sherry) Randerson. He is further survived by other relatives and his many friends especially his hunting and fishing buddies.

In addition to his parents, Vernon was preceded in death by his grandson Joshua Roskowski; father and mother-in-law: Patrick and Marjorie Randerson; siblings: Harvey, La Vern, Elaine, Gordon and Dorothy Bowers and Joyce Broeren; brother-in-law: Carl Greiner; special niece and nephew: Tina and Jeff Randerson; and great niece Mary Ann.

Visitation will be held Tuesday January 29, 2013 at ST. NICHOLAS PARISH (W2037 County Road S Freedom) beginning at 1:00 p.m. until time of Mass at 4:00 p.m. The Rev. Daniel Felton will officiate with Rev. Dennis Ryan concelebrating. Committal St. Nicholas Cemetery. To sign the guest book, please visit oconnellfh.com.

The family would like to thank the Freedom First Responders and all Vern's friends who were there for Vern. 
Bowers, Vernon J (I90184)
 
44391 Vernon J. Sievert
Rt. l, Hortonville '

Age 69, died Sunday in Appleton, after a five week illness. He was born May 30, 1912, in Osborn, Wisconsin,
and farmed in the Town of Ellington all of his married life. Mr. Sievert was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and the Holy Name Society, Greenville. Survivors include his wife, Irene; four brothers: Lawrence, Appleton; Elmer, Neenah; Orville, Black Creek; Clarence, Menasha; a sister, Mrs. Victor (Erma) Scheibe, Rural Appleton; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Roy. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the St. Mary Catholic Church, Greenville, with the Rev. Robert C. Groher officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 p.m. Tuesday until the cortege leaves for the church on Wednesday. There will be a prayer service at 8 p.m. Borchardt and Moder Funeral Home
Hortonville
779-4588 
Sievert, Vernon (I488799)
 
44392 Vernon John Schmit, of Appleton, age 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Appleton Medical Center on September 6, 2012. He was born on November 21, 1924, in Greenville, the son of Erving and Viola (Meltz) Schmit. Schmitty graduated from Appleton West High School in 1942. He served in World War II in the Air Force from 1943 to 1946. Schmitty married Arla Jane Porath on December 15, 1951 at St. Matthew Ev. Lutheran Church in Appleton. He worked for Wunderlich Construction for four years before taking employment at Appleton Wire Works for 23 years. Schmitty then worked for Morning Glory Dairy, followed by the Appleton Public School System, where he retired in 1987. He enjoyed playing golf throughout his life, but especially enjoyed swimming in his later years at Lake Park Fitness Center. Schmitty was a lifetime member of Mount Olive Ev. Lutheran Church, Johnston-Blessman Post 38 American Legion, and also volunteered at St. Joseph Food Pantry for several years.

Schmitty will be missed by his loving children: Jodi Schmit, Los Angeles; Beth Braun, Appleton; Heidi (Dan) Baumann, Appleton; Kurt Schmit, Fort Atkinson; and son-in-law, Kim Masterson, Whitewater. He will be missed by his grandchildren: Kristin Baumann, Erin Baumann and Rachel Baumann; Kyle Masterson and Quinn Masterson; and Melissa (Travis) Vandenberg; one loving great-grandchild, Addisyn Vandenberg, and his sister, Nathalie (Walter) Wunderlich, Appleton. Schmitty is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife Arla; son, Craig Andrew Schmit; daughter Pamela Masterson, sisters: Delores (Paul) Aiello and Dorothy (Harlan) Moder; brother, Eugene Schmit, and companion for many years, Virginia "Bunny" Caldie.

The funeral service for Vernon will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, September 11, 2012, at Mount Olive Ev. Lutheran Church, 930 E. Florida Avenue in Appleton. Rev. Joel Zank will be officiating. A time of visitation will be held Monday at the Wichmann Funeral Home from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm and again at the church on Tuesday from 10:00 am until the time of service. Burial with full military honors will take place at Highland Memorial Park in Appleton. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wichmannfargo.com.

The family would like to offer their thanks to the excellent staff at Appleton Health Care Center especially, Buckshot, Peanut, Cookie, Beka and the many others. In addition, the support during Vern's last week from the very caring staff at Appleton Medical Center was greatly appreciated by the family. 
Schmit, Vernon John (I234904)
 
44393 Vernon L. Amerson, Kaukauna, age 73, died Sunday, January 22, 2017 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton. He was born in Wakefield, MI on August 5, 1943 to the late Vernon Ross and Fern (Belland) Amerson. Vernon married Billie Sue Danby in Crandon on December 7, 1963. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1961-70 and was a 44 year member of the Kaukauna American Legion Post 41. He was also a member of the 40/8 Club for 30 years. Vernon worked at Thilmany Pulp and Paper for 33 years until his retirement in 2003. He taught religious education for 10 years.

Vernon is survived by his wife of 53 years, Billie Sue; sons: Michael (Marianne) of Green Bay and Matthew (Kristy) of Appleton; grandchildren: Khalil "KJ", Alexis, Danielle, Trevor and Alexandria "Ally"; and siblings: Patrick (Mary), Michael (Kay), Judy (Jack) Walander and Susan (Jim) Arnoldussen. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Vernon was preceded in death by his daughter, Fern-Michelle Harris; grandson, Aaron Hunter Amerson; and brother, Steve;

Visitation will be held Friday, January 27, 2017 at O'CONNELL FUNERAL HOME (1776 E. Main St. Little Chute) beginning at 3:00 p.m. until time of Funeral at 6:00 p.m. The Rev. Thomas Pomeroy will officiate. (Casual dress is encouraged.) Military rites conducted by the Kaukauna V.F.W. Post 3319 will immediately follow. To sign the guest book, please visit oconnellfh.com. 
Amerson, Vernon L (I450424)
 
44394 Vernon L. Knaack, 88, Neenah, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 10, 2016, at Valley VNA, Neenah. He was born in Neenah, on August 20, 1927, to the late Walter and Viola (Baer) Knaack. On April 15, 1950, he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Nancy Ann Parker in Neenah.

Vern attended Neenah High School then proudly served his country with the U.S. Navy. He was assigned to the U.S.S. Vella Gulf when it was commissioned on April 9, 1945. The ship was an escort carrier with 36 planes, and Vern served as a gunner on a 40 MM Anti-Aircraft weapon protecting the ship from Japanese Kamikaze aircraft attacks in the Pacific Theater. His ship was also present during the historical formal surrender of Japan, and Vern witnessed the signing of the terms of surrender by General Douglas MacArthur and the Japanese Foreign Minister on the U.S.S. Missouri on September 2, 1945.

Upon returning home, he worked for Kimberly-Clark, retiring in 1989 after 41 years. Vern was a loyal Packers and Brewers fan as well as an avid fisherman and card player. In his earlier years he was also a passionate dart ball and ping pong player. Vern loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, he could often be seen cheering them on at their different sporting events and activities. He was a member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church.

Vern is survived by his 3 daughters: Debbie Lamers, Wendy (Dan) Crikelair, and Becky (Frank) Crikelair, all of Neenah; 6 grandchildren: Sari (Jim) Heller, Larsen; Erin (Scott) Schafer, Neenah; Sean (Bobbie) Crikelair, Green Bay; Dani Crikelair, Neenah; Brittany (Steve) Golden, Neenah; Ashley (Chris) Kaufert, Neenah; and 9 great-grandchildren: Alivia, Aubrie, Madison, Sydney, Paris, Meghan, Cagen, Kiersten, and Evelyn. He is further survived by 2 brothers: Russell "Buddy" (Geri) Knaack and Dale "Butch" (Barb) Knaack as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years: Nancy, and 3 siblings: Vivian Kostuch, Walter Knaack, Jr., and Shirley Sweetalla.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 18, 2016, at Kessler Funeral Home, 304 S Commercial St., Neenah, with Fr. Larry Seidl officiating. Interment will be in St. Margaret Cemetery, Neenah. Visitation will be Saturday at the funeral home from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. Immediately following the service full military honors will be presented by active duty members of the U.S. Navy and the Neenah-Menasha Veterans Honor Team. In lieu of flowers, a memorial is being established to benefit glaucoma and veteran's charities.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the caregivers at Valley VNA for their wonderful care.
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent from June 12 to June 15, 2016 
Knaack, Vernon Leroy (I486905)
 
44395 Vernon L. Landwehr, 82, passed away suddenly at home on Saturday night, August 3, 2013, after a long struggle with heart disease and diabetes.Born June 21, 1931, he was the youngest of 14 children of Emma and Paul Landwehr, Isaar, east of Seymour. He grew up on the family farm learning at an early age the lessons of family and hard work which he passed on by example to his own family. He married Carol A. Perrigoue, also the youngest of a large Green Bay family, on November 27, 1952. This past November, he and Carol enjoyed their 60th wedding anniversary with family and friends at their home.Vern and Carol raised their family on the west side of Green Bay. He is survived by two sons, Douglas Landwehr and his wife, Nanette Nelson, Green Bay; Scott Landwehr and his wife, Renee, Little Chute; three daughters, Debra Landwehr, Green Bay; Dr. Sandra Landwehr; and Cindy Kocken and her husband, Frank, all of De Pere. Vernon especially prized calls and visits from his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Dr. Christina Finken and her husband, Adam, Iowa City, Iowa; Hannah Pepin and her husband, Brandon, Platteville; Zachariah Landwehr, Florida; Sarah Kocken and her daughter, Bailey, De Pere; Melissa Linzmeier and her husband, Jon, and their children, Cecilia and Quinn, Elk Mound; Cory Kocken and his daughter, Avaleigh, De Pere; and Emily Kocken and her daughter, Maleah, De Pere. Vernon is also survived by one brother, Donald Landwehr Sr. and his wife, Marion, Green Bay, one sister, Rita Haase, Green Bay, and hundreds of cousins, nieces, and nephews in Northeastern Wisconsin.Vernon worked at many trades as he raised and supported his family; welder at Northwest Engineering; truck driver at Green Bay Soap; meat carver at Liebmann Packing; and carpentry for Davis Construction among other contractors. During the last half of his career, Vernon framed, sided, and roofed many homes for local families and was often assigned to the finishing work, including cabinetry, within a house. After he retired, he spent many hours in his workshop building rocking horses for grandchildren, snack trays in the shape of footballs and Christmas trees, jewelry chests, and even complete kitchen cabinets and built-in bookcases for friends and family. His workshop was the site of many busy, dusty, happy times. On Sundays during the summer, Vernon and Carol would pack up their young family and join relatives for all day excursions at lakeside picnic tables at Chute Pond near Mountain and, later, Shadow Lake in Waupaca. Once a year, the extended family would rent a row of cabins near Elcho, WI, for a week of swimming, sunning, water-skiing, fishing, card-playing, and laughter. The memories made during those days lasted all year and beyond. After retirement, Vernon and Carol, took many driving trips across the country, often in the western United States, and, about 12-years ago, they enjoyed a two-week trip to Alaska and the Northwest Passage.Also in retirement, Vernon and Carol together found a new activity, golf. They spent many summer days on the golf courses of the area, and especially enjoyed rounds at Pine Acres. When Vernon first became ill with heart disease, he and Carol also joined the Concerned Hearts group of Bellin Hospital, Green Bay, and enjoyed volunteering in the cardiac unit on the second floor. Doctors and nurses, who he volunteered for often were his principal caregivers. Reaching back to his farm background, he and Carol always planted and cared for a large garden, often growing his tomato plants from seeds. In recent years, he also became interested in winemaking and produced many fine vintages using his own apples, grapes and other local fruit. He proudly distributed his custom-labeled bottles to family and friends.Preceding him in death were his parents, Emma and Paul; three half-sisters, Lucille Mathiesen, Mary Doust and Caroline Landwehr; five brothers, Leonard Landwehr, Alois Landwehr, Wilbert Landwehr, Carlton Landwehr, Francis Landwehr; and three sisters, Mildred Eick, Susan Schmit and Bernice Dombrowicki. Friends may call at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano Ave., from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday. A Parish Wake Service will be held at 7 p.m. Friends may also call at St. Joseph Church, 145 St. Joseph Dr., Oneida, from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the church. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.Vernon's family would like to thank the caregivers at Bellin Hospital and Cardiology Associates, and the local rescue squad, emergency medical technicians and police for their efforts. Landwehr, Vernon LeRoy (I117835)
 
44396 Vernon Lee Nabbefeld, 88 of Appleton died Thursday December 26, 2013 at his home with his family by his side. He was born in Appleton December 22, 1925. Vernon married Carol Benbrooks on October 11, 1958.
Vern served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII. He worked at Riverside Paper as an Electrician for 17 years. He also served as Union President. Vern and Carol owned and operated, "Nobby and Carol's Club 47" for 15 ½ years, both retiring in 1984. They were members of St. Therese Catholic Church, Appleton, and Vern was a past member of American Legion Post #78. He enjoyed his time fishing with his son, Al, playing cards, shooting craps, and traveling, especially his numerous trips to Vegas with Carol. Vern's greatest enjoyment came from spending time with his family.
Vern is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Carol; his three children; daughters, Debra (Mick) Denzel and Karen Hottenstine; and son, Alan (Michelle); four grandchildren, Adam (Cara) Wege, Melissa (Darin) Orth, Erin Nabbefeld, and Eric Nabbefeld (fiancée Kayla Zolkowski); his great-granddaughter, Olivia Wege. Vern is further survived by his children from a previous marriage; Jean Sether, Ralph (Helen), Robert, and Nancy Parker; and his sister-in-law, Pat Nabbefeld. Vernon was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Michael; and three brothers, William, Gerald, and Ralph; and a sister-in-law, Loretta.
Mass of Christian burial will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday December 29, 2013 at ST. THERESE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 213 E Wisconsin Ave, Appleton with Fr. William Hoffman officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Sunday beginning at 1:00 PM until the hour of service.
Vern's family will be eternally grateful to his granddaughter, Melissa for all her care and support. "You were Grandpa's Angel on Earth". A special thank-you to the staff of St. Paul Hospice, especially Lauren.
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent on Dec. 28, 2013 
Nabbefeld, Vernon Lee (I391797)
 
44397 VERNON LESLIE "VERN" VANDEHEY was born November 11, 1936 in Scholls, Oregon, the son of the late Pius Vandehey and Edith (Zimmerman) Vandehey. He was raised in the Scholls community and attended Hillsboro schools, having been a graduate of the Hillsboro Union High School, Class of 1954. Upon his high school graduation he served one enlistment in the United States Air Force National Guard, until he received his discharge.
He was united in marriage to Gail S. Schofield on July 2, 1968 in Winnemucca, Nevada. Following their marriage they resided in the Hillsboro community, where they have resided since. They celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary this past July.
Vern and has wife, Gail, co-owned and operated the A & W Restaurant in Hillsboro from 1970 to 1977. He then owned and operated Vandehey Development Company from 1979 to 1998.
He was a longtime member of the Hillsboro Elks Lodge B.P.O.E. #1862.
Among his special interests he enjoyed trap shooting and hunting, especially for elk, deer, grizzly bear and bighorn sheep.
Vern was preceded in death by his parents, his two brothers, Gilbert George Howell and Theodore "Teddy" Howell and his sister, Maryanne Martinez.
Survivors include his wife, Gail S. Vandehey, of the family home in Hillsboro, Oregon; his son, Brian L. Vandehey, of Hillsboro, Oregon and his mother-in-law, Betty Schofield, of Forest Grove, Oregon.
Also surviving is his grandson, Bradley Cole Vandehey; three nieces and three nephews.
The family suggests that remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society, 0330 SW Curry Street, Portland, Oregon 97201, in his memory. 
Vandehey, Vernon Leslie (I71196)
 
44398 Vernon Nabbefeldt, age 79, of Seymour passed away Friday morning, January 10, 2014 at his home. He was born April 26, 1934 son of the late Cliffton and Helen (Gehring) Nabbefeldt.

On May 7, 1993 he was united in marriage to Patricia Bunnell in Seymour. He was a member of St. John's Catholic Church in Seymour.

Vern served as an auxiliary officer for the Seymour Police Department for many years.

Vern was a truck driver his entire life and a proud member of the Teamsters union. He retired from Fore Way Express.

He was known to be on the telephone every chance he got. Every Sunday night he could be found at the Seymour races. Vern also enjoyed his many card games.

Vern is survived by his wife Patricia; children: Kathy (Bruce Neuman) Nabbefeldt, Ron Nabbefeldt, Mary (Mike) Sigl, Donna (Tim) VanDenEng, Sharon Peterson, Karen (Mike) Laskowski, and Robert (Stephen) Nabbefeldt, step-children: Stacey Malewski, Jennifer (Terry) Roberts, Sarah (Fred) Schmidt; daughter-in-law, Annette Nabbefeldt, 16 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and brother Virgil Nabbefeldt.

He was preceded in death by his son, Joseph; grandson, Derrick; infant sister, Elizabeth.

Friends may call at Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour, on Monday, January 13, 2014 from 4 pm until 8 pm with a prayer service at 7:30 pm. Visitation will continue at St. John Catholic Church, Seymour, on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 from 9:30 am until the funeral mass at 11 am with Fr. Bob Kabat officiating.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.muehlboettcher.com 
Nabbefeldt, Vernon (I105471)
 
44399 Vernon R. Tilque, 80, Suamico, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 19, 2014, at home with his loving family at his side. He was born on June 26, 1933, to the late Peter and Josephine (Christens) Tilque. On October 9, 1954, Vernon married Joan Barth.

Vernon began his career in construction with a man he admired greatly, Burton Vickery. He had a rewarding career, from which he retired with Reliance Construction. Some projects Vernon was most proud of were the Highway 29 project in Wausau and the Highway 41/141 interchange. He took great pride in every job he worked. For several years, he had his own snowplowing business and contracted snow removal for many of the surrounding communities.

Vernon's hobbies included cutting wood with his best friend Jerry Noe. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and watching his grandchildren's sporting activities.

Vernon was a charter member of the Knights of Columbus Father Al Hietpas Council #6764. He was the first Eucharistic Minister at St. Benedict's Catholic Church in Suamico. Vernon also sang in the men's choir. He was a member of the Town of Suamico Volunteer Fire Department for many years.

Vernon is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Joan; his children, Pam (James) Bertler, Brenda (Tim) Bloom, Nancy McAllister (and her special friend, Larry Matzke), and Julie (John) Voight; grandchildren, Greg Bertler, Joe (Kristi) Bertler, Christie (Jeff) Maroszek, Tim (Ashley) Bloom, Mike (Allison) Bloom, Katie (Evan) Hendrickson, John (Nicole) Devroy, Adam Mommaerts (and his fiancée, Emily Rivard), Eric Mommaerts (and his special friend, Jessie Stangel), and Abigail Mommaerts; great-grandchildren, Ella and Luke Maroszek, Karson and Alivia Bertler, Lilly and Madison Bloom, and Mason and Nathan Hendrickson; two brothers and one sister, Eddy (Diana) Tilque, Norman (Rita) Tilque, Deloris (Eddie) Butz; and sisters-in-law, Chris Tilque, Janice (Louie) Hylok, and Karen (Jerry) Pechauer.

He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Peggy; his son, Patrick; grandson, Patrick Bertler; son-in-law, Eddie McAllister; his parents, Peter and Josephine Tilque; his brother, Richard Tilque; and his mother-in-law, Aurelia Barth.

Friends may call at St. Benedict Catholic Church, 3370 Deerfield West, Suamico, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church with Rev. Everard Scesney, O.F.M. officiating. Blaney Funeral Home is assisting the family. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.

In lieu of flowers, the family has established a memorial fund for education and research of Alzheimers.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Tracey Sherman and the staff and caregivers from Home Instead (Mary, Diane C., Eddie and Diane E.), Nancy Valentine and Unity Hospice.

Thank you dad, for all the special memories, guidance and love you gave us. We will miss that smile you gave us every time we walked into the room.

 
Tilque, Vernon R (I336818)
 
44400 Vernon V. Romenesko 80, Appleton passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, May 12, 2017. He was born on May 16, 1936 in Freedom to the late Walter and Mabel (Newhouse) Romenesko. Vernon proudly served in the U.S. Army. He graduated from St. Norbert College with a Bachelor's in Economics. He married Cleo Vande Wettering in 1957 and she passed away in 1978. He is survived by their four children. Kevin (Sandy) Romenesko, KY; Pam (Pat) Klingert, DePere; Keith (Susan) Romenesko, Appleton and Todd Romenesko, Appleton; 14 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Vern owned an insurance agency from 1969 to 2008. He also was the Director of St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Appleton.

He enjoyed Canadian fishing trips and playing cards with his brothers and family. He spent many hours watching the horse races and enjoyed attending the Breeder's Cup and Kentucky Derby parties with his family. He was a standout athlete and spent many years coaching basketball and Little League baseball. He will be especially missed for his contagious laugh and great sense of humor.

He married Barbara Buller in 1988. She survives him as well as four brothers: Ken, Appleton; Merle (Rose) of Walworth; Gerry (Pat), Appleton and Clyde (Margaret), DePere; a sister-in-law Eunice Romenesko; Brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Jim Vande Wettering, Gary "Butch" (Patty) Vande Wettering, Dick (Donna) Vande Wettering, Sue Lowney, Dan (Jayne) Vande Wettering; 4 step children; Dennis (Kim) Schwartz, Richard Schwartz, David Schwartz and Darren (Melanie) Schwartz, 14 step grandchildren and 15 step great grandchildren. He is further survived by many nieces and nephews.

Vern was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law John and Marie Vande Wettering, brothers: Ray, Orville and Bob, sister, Arlene Vosters, sisters-in-law: Laverne, Isabelle and Rose Romenesko and brothers-in-law: Donald Vande Wettering and Mike Lowney.

Funeral services for Vern will be held on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at 7 pm at Brettschneider Trettin-Nickel Funeral Chapel. Friends may visit the family from 4PM to 7PM at the Funeral Chapel followed by Military Honors at 7PM. Interment will be in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Appleton.

The family would like to thank the staff at Fox Valley Hematology Oncology and a special thank you to Katie from ThedaCare Hospice for her compassionate care shown to Vern and his family. 
Romenesko, Vernon V (I13334)
 

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