Sunday, December 20, 2009 www.postcrescent.com The Post-Crescent, Appleton-Fox Cities, Wis. B-5 OBITUARIES The Mass of Christian From B-3 Larry (Dolly) Diedrick and Helen Diedrick; godchildren, LeAnn, Nancy, Dan, Ken and Mike; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his infant daughters, Sharon and Mary; brothers and sisters, Nor-bert (Harriet), William (Lorraine), Vincent (Elaine), Robert (Beady) and Charlotte Green, Florence (Leo) Schmidt, and Esther Van Vreede; and brothers-in-law, Orin Kortz, Gerald Berken, Leo Wei- at the Neenah Foundry for 19 years. After retirement, they moved to a five-acre farmette in Bonduel for 27 years, where they enjoyed the country living and gardening. He was devoted to Jehovah and enjoyed going out in service telling people of the Good News of God's Kingdom.
He is survived by three grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, nieces and nephews, and a special cousin, Ann Russell. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Gembicki; son, Theodore Gembicki; daughter, Diane Behrent; and granddaughter, Debra Alexander. Services will be held on Monday, Dec. 21, 2009, at 7 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall, County Rd.
JJ, Neenah. want to thank Norm who was like a son to Ted and to all the people who watched over and cared for my uncle. Charlene. Green, John J. John J.
Green 83, Freedom, died unexpectedly at home Monday, Dec. 14, him in death on July 18, 1991. He was a dairy farmer all his life, a trade he learned from his father. William enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family. He was also a proud lifetime member of St.
Mary Catholic Church in Greenville and a member of the Secular Franciscans. William is lovingly survived by his children: Rose Ann (Kenneth) Everts of Bear Creek; Sister Regine Ehm, OSF of Greenville; Jerome (Patti) Ehm of Greenville; eighteen grandchildren, thirty-three greatgrandchildren; and daughter-in-law, Kathie (Ehm) Malakuskie. William is preceded in death by his daughter, Mary (Eugene) Thomas; sons: Joseph and Anthony Ehm; sisters: Sister Hilda, OSF; Mary, Elizabeth, Barbara, Margaret, Agnes and Clara Ehm; brothers: Joseph, Frank (Sarah) and Andrew (Frances) Ehm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, December 21, 2009, at ST.
MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH. N2385 Municipal Drive, Greenville, with Fr. Justin Werner officiating. Friends will be received at the church from 9 a.m. until barth, Medford; Kim Hackbarth, Manawa; Sean Hackbarth, Washington, D.C.; Sara Hackbarth, Des Moines, Iowa; Kari Hackbarth, Madison; Kyle (Amanda) Hackbarth, Kaukauna; Jamie Hackbarth, Chilton; Jason Mathes, Hilbert; a sister, Helen (Al) Buboltz, Brillion; and many other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Alvin, in February of 1985; a granddaughter, Michelle Mathes; three sisters, Evelyn Kalista, Caroline Schroeder, Lillian Schroeder; and an infant brother. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009, at 1 p.m. at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Hilbert.
The Rev. Brian Crane will officiate. Burial will be in St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery, Hilbert. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday from 9 a.m.
until the time of service. The Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion, is assisting the family with arrangements. The family would like to thank Century Ridge Assisted Living in Chilton for their many years of wonderful care and the entire staff at Homestead Care Center in New Holstein for taking very, very good care of Mom for the last four months. Both facilities should be commended for their care and concern for others. Hawkins, Orville J.
Orville J. Hawkins, 94, Appleton, passed away at Appleton Medical Center on Saturday, Dec. 19, 2009. Funeral arrangements are pending. Wichmann Funeral Home 537 North Superior Street Appleton 920-739-1231 Online Condolences: www.wichmannfargo.com Hopfensperger, Mary J.
Mary J. Hopfensperger, 61, Kaukauna, passed away at Cherry Meadows Hospice land, Harry Moudry and Richard Diedrick. The family will hold a private service. The family would like to thank Deacon Don New-house, the Gold Cross EMTs, Angela Bellile and John Arnoldusen, the Freedom First Responders and Freedom Officer Chris Nechodom for all the support and compassion given to John, Germaine and their family. They also wish to thank all those who were part of his life.
Your thoughts and prayers are greatly appreciated. A memorial fund has been established at Capital Credit Union, N4119 County Highway Freedom, WI, 54130. For online condolences, please visit www.oconnell funeralservices.com. O'CONNELL FUNERAL HOME 201 E. Main Street Little Chute 920-788-6237 Hackbarth, Lucille Anna Lucille Anna Hackbarth, 84, Hilbert, passed away on Friday, Dec, 18, 2009, at the Homestead Care Center in New Holstein.
She was born on Sept. 7, 1925, in Reedsville, daughter of the late Henry and Helen (Jentsch) Schroeder. She married Alvin Hackbarth on May 26. 1945. She farmed with her husband and later moved to Hilbert and worked for Hernke Foods for several years.
She enjoyed cooking, gardening, playing cards, watching the Brewers and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Lucille was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church in Hilbert, the Ladies Aid and the Hilbert Sr. Citizens. Survivors include her children, Gerald (Geraldine) Hackbarth, Manawa; Harlan (Connie) Hackbarth, Allenton; Terry (Bev) Hackbarth, Chilton; Laurie (Brian) Mathes, Hilbert; eight grandchildren, Ross (Kathy) Hack Burial in the celebration of Mark's life will be at 12 Noon on Monday, Dec.
21, 2009, at ST. KATHARINE DREXEL PARISH at ST. ALOYSIUS SITE, 2401 Main Kaukauna, with Fr. Jerry Pastors officiating. The family will greet friends directly at church on Monday from 10:30 a.m.
until the time of service. Internment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Kaukauna. Complete Military Rites will be served by Post 3319 immediately following the service at church. In lieu of flowers, a memorial in Mark's name will be established. The Boettcher Family Funeral Home, Kaukauna, is assisting the family.
920-766-2099. The family extends its deep appreciation and gratitude to ThedaCare at Home Hospice and Dr. Bruce Danz for the compassionate care of Mark, allowing him to leave this Earth on his terms with dignity and on the wings of love. Daul, Audrey Audrey L. Daul, 99, died peacefully on Friday, Dec.
18, 2009, at her home. Audrey was born July 18, 1910, in Green Bay, the daughter of the late George and Lucy (Lindsley) Lorn. She was united in marriage to Harold Daul on Oct. 6, 1945, in Green Bay. She was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who truly enjoyed spending time with her family.
Audrey was a member of St. Matthew's Catholic Church and volunteered on numerous church committees. Besides being the best homemaker ever, Audrey was an excellent seamstress, loved to play cards and formerly was employed with the telephone company. Audrey is survived by her loving family, Mary (Lee) Erickson, Neenah and their children, Sara (Kevin) Littrell and Emily (John) Lehnen, and their children, Audrey and Olivia; Stephen (Vicki) Daul, Green Bay, their son, Travis Daul and special friend, Martina Rodgers; Michael (Judy) Daul and their children, Rev. Wade Daul, Amy Daul, Brian (Katie) Daul and their children, Bennett and Lauren; James Daul, Green Bay; and Susan (Jon) Hill, Green Bay, and their daughters, Lucy and Jane Hill; and also by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Audrey was preceded in death by her husband in 1986 and her parents. The Mass of the Christian Burial will be held 1 1 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009, at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, 130 St.
Matthew Street, Allouez, with Father Larry Seidl officiating. Interment will be in Allouez Catholic Cemetery. Audrey's family will receive relatives and friends at the church on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until the hour of service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established in Audrey's name for the school endowment fund.
Online condolences may be sent at www.schauer-schumacher funeralhome.com. Schauer Schumacher Funeral Home 920432-4841 Dim, William D. "Bill" William Daniel Ehm, age 105, joined our Lord and Savior, on Thursday, December 17, 2009. He was born on July 7, 1904, in Ellingtoi the son the I Joseph and Magdalena (Nussbaum) Ehm. William was married to his wife, Augusta Gruber on June 26.
1933. She preceded of I daughter, Vicky (John) Lehman, Neenah, a son, Scott (Kathy) Boelter, Neenah, five grandchildren: Michelle Boelter, Kari (fiance, Bryan Vindhurst) Boelter, Brian Boelter, Jayme and Jeremy Lehman; a brother, Michael (Toni Rozek) Cane, Green Bay; sister-in-law, Pat Zeh, Neenah; nephew, Joe Zeh, Neenah; and many special friends, including Vera and Marlyn Henschel, and many special neighbors. Gloria was preceded in death by a brother, Duane Zeh. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 22, 2009, at St.
Paul Lutheran Church in Neenah, with the Rev. Paul Holte officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 10 a.m. until the hour of service. Entombment will be at Shrine of Heaven Mausoleum.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to all of Gloria's caretakers. "I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me." Philippians 4:13 "If ye have nothing shall be impossible unto you." Matthew 17:20 WESTGOR FUNERAL HOME 205 W. Doty Avenue Neenah 920-722-7151 Online condolences: www.westgorfuneral- homes.com Dahlin, Mark J. Mark J. Dahlin, 83, Kaukauna, crossed the Rainbow Bridge to begin his lite in Heaven on Friday, Dec.
18. 2009, at home with his family at his side. The tenth child of Mary Louise Frigo Dahlin and Carl Henry Dahlin, Mark was born on Dec. 6, 1926, in Ironwood, Mich. Mark was united in marriage to Anita Carol Erspamer on Sept.
25, 1954, in Hurley, sharing nearly 40 years of marriage. She preceded him in death on Aug. 9, 1994. Mark took pleasure in the scenic route and never missed an opportunity to take a shortcut while traveling, though more often than not the shortcut was not always the most direct route. A member of the Class of 1942, Mark graduated from Luther Wright High School in Ironwood, and later earned a degree from Gogebic Community College in Bessemer on June 7.
1956. A proud American, PVT 2 (95th AAA Gun Battalion) Dahlin served his country in the Korean War, stationed in Germany (1951-52). With an adventurous soul and a penchant for fun, Mark was an accomplished ski jumper, placing as runner-up in the 90 Slide Army Ski Jumping Championships in Garmisch, Germany, 1952. Mark was employed as a Switchman by the Chicago North Western Railroad for 40 years until his retirement on Dec. 21, 1988, never complaining about the wrath of Mother Nature or Old Man Winter.
Mark is survived by three children, Joellyn (Frank J. Walker) Dahlin, Fond du Lac; Peggy Dahlin, Kaukauna; Mark P. Dahlin (Jaime Lopez), Kaukauna; a granddaughter, Mackenzie Rose Dahlin; special nephew, David W. (Susan) Dahlin and children, Lauren and Marc; and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Mark's granddogs, Two Spot, Gucci, Annie, Lucy and Ethel, held a very special place in his heart.
In addition to his parents and his beloved wife, Mark was preceded in death by his siblings, Thomas, Grace, Bernice, Virginia, Artis, Howard, Carl Henry, Gene, Mary Louise; and dear daughter-in-law, Kathryn Coonen Dahlin. 2009. He was born in Freedom, on March 11, 1926, to the late John and Dora (Ver- 'J) nv. USUI hasselt) Green. John married Germaine Diedrick on Nov.
27, 1956, at St. Nicholas Parish, Freedom. An Army veteran, he belonged to the VFW Post 7692, Freedom, and Jacob Coppus American Legion Post 258, Little Chute. As a member of St. Nicholas Parish, John served as a Eucharistic Minister for many years.
John retired from Thilmany Pulp Paper Co. in 1989. He also drove for Swinkles Bussing. John loved to go to his cabin on Berry Lake. He and Germaine vacationed in Florida each winter.
He was an avid card player and enjoyed word-find puzzles. He also enjoyed walking, riding his bike and tinkering with things. John was loyal to the Packers, Brewers and Badgers. John is survived by his wife of 53 years, Germaine; children, Randy (Vicky), Freedom; Shari (Mike) Greiner, Freedom; Jay (friend, Tien Pham), Tampa, and Tammy (Bert) Lim, Whitefish Bay; grandchildren, Sarah (Eric) Kranski, Paige Green, Nicholas (Kristen), Aren and Heather (friend, Kyle Early) Greiner, Abby and Lydia Lim; brothers and sisters, Rosella Kortz, Verna Berken, Francis Moudry and Eleanor (Bud) Bowers; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jim Van Vreede, 2915 North Meade 1tytmfiM imroaucing the time of service. Wichmann Funeral Home 537 N.
Superior Street Appleton 920-739-1231 Online condolences www.wichmannfargo.com Gabres, Geraldlne C. Geraldine C. Gabres, formerly of Appleton, age 84, died Thursday, December 17, 2009, at Villa Loret-to Nursing Home in Mount Calvary, WI. Geraldine was born in Wayside on January 18, 1925, to the late Peter and Mamie (Hoffman) Geiger. She raised her family in Milwaukee before moving back to Appleton in 1995, She enjoyed needlework, and was a past member at St.
Thomas More Catholic Church. Geraldine is survived by her daughter, Susan (Dr. Ian) Furness, Fond du Lac; two sons: Robert (Nancy) Gabres, Saginaw, MN; Kenneth (Pam) Gabres, Coloma, WI; five grandchildren: Andrew, Eric, and Heather Furness, Ana Gabres, and Caitlin Gabres; a great-grandson, Dane; four brothers: Peter Geiger, Appleton; John (Leona) Geiger, Pelican Lake; Vernon (Pam) Geiger, Neenah; Raphael (Maxine) Geiger, Brillion; two sisters: Mary Lois Huy-bers, Oshkosh; and Emily (Ron) Reis, Brillion. She was preceded in death by her ex-husband, Ervin, brother Richard Geiger, sister in law Margaret "Peg" Geiger, and a granddaughter, Stephanie. A Mass of Resurrection will take place at 1 1 a.m.
on Tuesday, December 22, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 1810 N. Mc Donald Appleton, with Father Gerald Falk officiating. Friends may visit directly at the church on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the time of service.
Interment will take place at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the Sisters and staff of Villa Loretto Nursing Home for their loving care. Memorials may be directed to: Villa Loretto, N8114 Cty Rd. WW, Mount Calvary, WI 53057 Brett schneider-Trettin-Lederer 606 N.
Oneida St. Appleton 920-733-7383 www.btlfuneral.com Gembicki, Theodore S. Theodore Stanley Gem-bicki, 99, died peacefully on Dec. 10, 2009. He was born on March 20, 1910, in Ludington, Mich.
He married Margaret Gregoric July 29, 1939. Ted and his wife lived in Milwaukee for five years after their marriage and moved to a farm in Pound, where they farmed for 12 years until 1956. They then moved to Menasha, where he worked Blossom eouievara, Appieion neann Centers new supported living neighborhood. Large, private suites with cable on Friday, Dec. 18, 2009.
She was born Jan. 7, 1948, to the late Henry and Margaret (DeClercq) Klister. Mary was educated in the Kaukauna School System graduating in 1966 from Kaukauna High School. She attended both UW-Fox Valley and Oshkosh Technical Institute, graduating in 1974 with an Associate Degree in Child Care and Development. On July 3, 1971, she was united in See OBITUARIES, 6 TV and telephone i 2 3 Care designed to help you maintain your Independence 24 hour skilled nursing service PhysicalOccupational Therapy Delicious meals planned activities Tour the Blossom Boulevard neighborhood and see for yourself Appleton Health Care Center's dedication to you living well.
Appleton I Coll today for your tour 920.993.6800 -yi Achieve dental health with our new state-of-the-art Periodontal Scope. We invite you to call us for complete dental care, 920-731-1550 -1 tm-' HORNSETH CURLESS DENTAL, nc qv 2 1 0 ii.t Vj.fel Arpk-ton, WI wnw.kdrnwthcMrlfin.tom tin rtf i iW'Mwi' iWiiiiii in ill" "i ii urn iftimiii i if i.
