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- Geraldine M Van Handel
88, Appleton,
Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. She was born to the late Norman and Louise (Ertl) Kohl on Aug. 13, 1927 in Appleton. Geri married Arnold Van Handel on Aug 21, 1948 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Appleton. She and Arnie enjoyed spending time with the Old Time Car Club and the many picnics and parades. She was also a member of the Women's Auxiliary with both the VFW and American Legion of Appleton. Upon retirement her and Arnie enjoyed many trips with the Farmers on the Bum bus trips. Geri's greatest treasure in life was her family. She was also a devout Catholic and member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Appleton.
Geri is survived by her husband of 67 years, Arnold; 3 sons: Michael (Judy) Van Handel and their children: Joe (Cari) Van Handel and Jessica (Brett) Zitzelsberger; John 'Jack' (Ann) Van Handel and their children: Michael (Lisa) Van Handel, Amy (Ryan) Hanson, Dan (Jeminah) Van Handel, Joanna (John) Richter and Mark (Molly) Van Handel; Thomas 'Tom' (Jody) and their children: Eric Van Handel (special friend Lindsey Boland) and Allison Van Handel (Fiancé Matthew Reid); 18 great grandchildren. She is further survived by a brother Richard (Marylyn) Kohl. Ellen Kohl and Lorraine Kohl as well as many nieces and nephews. Arnie's family: Julia Priesler, Irene Schneidewend, Rosie (Bob) Weiland, Delores (Ron) Nussbaum, Dorothy Plutz, Norbert Van Handel, Margaret Liebergen (special friend Darwin Schwartz), Marvin Van Handel (special friend, Pat Barker) and Anthony (Kathy) Van Handel, sister in law Romae Van Handel.
She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers: Joseph, Norman Jr. and Jerome Kohl; and two sisters: Mary Lou (Clyde) Heckner and Carol Jansen; a granddaughter, Jennifer Ann Van Handel; brothers-in law and sisters-in-law: Alois Van Handel, Clarence (Mary) Van Handel, Steve Preisler, Philip Schneidewend, Jerry Plutz, and Ivo Liebergen.
A Funeral Mass to Celebrate Geri's life will be held at 11 AM, Monday, Feb. 8, 2016 at St. Mary Catholic Church (312 S. State St.), Appleton with Rev. William Swichtenberg officiating. Interment will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery, Appleton. Friends may visit the family on Monday directly at church from 9:30 AM until the time of Mass. A memorial fund is being established.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Erdman, Wound Care Clinic, Intensive Care Unit and all staff at St. Elizabeth's Hospital for their care for Mom. Thanks from Arnie, Mike, Jack and Tom
She brought me into this world 65 years ago. She was not your typical mother. Growing up was tough love sometimes but she taught me core values of right and wrong and a work ethic that would guarantee a successful life to follow. I owe you a great gratitude for the guidance and care you gave. My love for you has been and will always be eternal. I relish the hope to meet you in the eternal afterlife. Love always! Your devoted son MIKE.
`PS: I will always remember those fabulous lunches you made for dad and I on the brick jobs.
Mom, you always had me toe the line. With the grandchildren and great grandchildren there was no line, you just spoiled them at any chance. Jack and Ann
Mom, we love you and miss you. Rest in peace. Tom and Jody
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1927 - 2016 (88 years)
