Obituaries from The Post Crescent, Appleton Wisconsin Saturday 15 April 2000 Karen L. Andrews 520 Bicentennial Court Kaukauna Age 57, died Friday afternoon, April 14, 2000. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and pending. FARGO FUNERAL HOME 400 W. Wisconsin Avenue Kaukauna 766-6200 Bernice F. Choudoir Appleton Age 85, passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2000. Bernice was also preceded in death by her father-in- law and mother-in-law, Anton and Lena Choudoir. Raymond E. (Ray) Dumke Chilton Age 93, son of the late Ernst L. and Ann M. (Dornbush) Dumke died peacefully on Thursday evening, April 13, 2000, at Calumet Medical Center in Chilton. He was born January 16, 1907, in the family home, where he lived his entire life until January 4, 2000, when he became a resident at Beverly Health Care Center in Chilton to recuperate following surgery. Ray graduated from Chilton High School in 1925. In his early years, Ray worked for his father in a flour mill in Chilton. During his lifetime Ray also worked for the Chilton Canning Company, Burger Boat Company in Manitowoc, Chilton Trailer Company, Chilton Millworks; and as a custodian for the Chilton Public Schools for many years. After his "retirement" Ray was a crossing guard for the City of Chilton "down on our corner," for more than 20 years. On August 17, 1955, Ray married Madelene A. Kiesner at St. Mary Catholic Church in Chilton. Ray enjoyed reading, especially history, gardening, feeding the birds, and spending time with the family pets, Kayleigh (kitty), Misty, Charlotte and Mutzie (dogs). Ray did beautiful wood carvings and truly loved anything to do with the circus. Survivors include his wife, Madelene; his only child, a daughter, Ann-Marie, both of Chilton. He is further survived by a sister-in-law, Alice Kiesner, Chilton, and her children, Richard (Donna) Kiesner, Chilton; Mary Steven (Hintz), Sheboygan; Kenneth (Debbie) Kiesner, Wrightstown; Sue (Keith) Peterson, Appleton; Thomas (Sheryl) Kiesner, Chilton; David (Shannon) Kiesner, Appleton; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews, as well as many other relatives and friends. Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Ernst L. and Ann M. Dumke; two sisters, Adele M. Dumke and Adelheid A. Dumke; two brothers, Albert D. Dumke and Herbert A. Dumke; a brother-in-law, Henry F. Kiesner. Funeral services will be 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 17, 2000, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Chilton with the Reverend Gary New S.D.S. officiating. Burial will follow in the Charlestown Union Cemetery. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Chilton on Sunday from 3 to 7 p.m. and again at the church on Monday from 4 p.m. until time of service. God saw he was getting tired, And a cure was not to be, So He put his arms around him, And Whispered "come with Me." With tearful eyes we watched, As we saw him fade away. And though we loved him dearly, We could not make him stay. A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. Mrs. Peter (Marlene) Janssen 1015 Jefferson St., Little Chute Died Friday, April 14, 2000. Funeral arrangements are pending at the Verkuilen Funeral Home. Daniel (Dan) J. Lamers Age 56, a life-long Wrightstown resident, died April 13, 2000, surrounded by his family at a Green Bay hospital. The son of Peter and Catherine (Fox) Lamers was born July 17, 1943, in Wrightstown. Dan married Dorothy Weyenberg on November 9, 1963, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Kaukauna. He owned and operated Dan's Service Station in Wrightstown since 1961. Dan was a member of the Wrightstown Volunteer Fire Department all of his adult life, and had served as Fire Chief. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and cared very much for the community. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; four children and their families, Mark and Holly Lamers, Madison, and their children, Courtney and Bryce; Mike and Brenda Lamers, Wrightstown, and their daughter, Alicia; Cindy and Tom Opichka, De Pere, and their children, Tanner and Theo; Matt Lamers, Wrightstown; a sister and her husband, Dorothy "Dolly" and Harold Pritzl, Appleton; two brothers and their spouses, Francis "Frank" and Mary Lou Lamers, Wrightstown; Roger and Bonnie Lamers, Wrightstown; and many nieces and nephews. Dan is also survived by Dorothy's family, Dick and Louise Weyenberg, Carol and Greg Coenen, Janice Minten, Raymond and Janice Weyenberg, Jim and Bev Weyenberg, Chuck and Nancy Weyenberg; mother- in-law, Anna Weyenberg. He was preceded in death by his parents and his father-in-law, John Weyenberg. Family and friends may call on Saturday (TODAY) from 9 to 11 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Wrightstown. Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with the Reverend Elroy Reimer officiating. Burial in the church cemetery. DeWane/Cotter Funeral Home, Wrightstown, is assisting the family with arrangements. Morgan Jane Pautz N5022 Tank Rd., New London Stillborn daughter of Bill and Sally Pautz, passed away on April 13, 2000, at Theda Clark Medical Center. She is survived by her parents, Bill and Sally Pautz; a brother, Darren Pautz, at home; a sister, Ashton Pautz, at home. Maternal grandparents, Robert and Patricia Schmude, New London; paternal grandmother, Della Pautz, Shawano; and numerous aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Wallace Pautz. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 17, 2000 at 11 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in New London with the Reverend David Brice officiating. Interment will be at the Maple Creek Cemetery in Maple Creek. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. at the church until the time of service. Cline and Hanson Funeral Home of New London is assisting the family. Verna Leona Schubert Berlin Age 73, died on Thursday morning, April 13, 2000, at the Juliette Manor Nursing Home of Berlin. Verna was born on December 25, 1926, in the Town of Richford, Waushara County, Wisconsin, the daughter of Reinhold and Leona (Floeter) Podoll. She married Darwin August Schubert on February 19, 1942. He died on March 25, 1986. Verna was employed as a stitcher for many years at the Shupes Slipper Co. of Berlin, the Lambskin Manufacturing Co. of Berlin, and the Sand Knit Corp. of Berlin up until her retirement. Verna is a member of Saint John Lutheran Church of Berlin. Survivors include five daughters, Arvilla Dredske of Berlin, Barbara (Larry) Besaw of Berlin, Donna (Gordon) Worchel of Green Lake, Sandra (Lawrence) Smoody of Neshkoro, and Jacqueline (Jackie) (Tirzo) Paez of Texas. Further survived by two sons, Harland (Donna) Schubert of Neenah, Wisconsin, and David Schubert of Oshkosh; also one brother, Rueben Pardell of Markesan, Wisconsin, and two sisters, Betty (Link) (Dr. Roger) Ettel of Saint Paul, Minnesota, and Violet (Robert) Voysey of Wautoma, Wisconsin. Also 31 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one son, Jeff; one daughter, Marcella; also one great-grandson, Brandon Thielke, and one great-granddaughter, Bebe Schubert. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 17, 2000, at 11 a.m. from Saint John Lutheran Church of Berlin, with Pastor Kenneth Hinrichs officiating. A fellowship luncheon will immediately follow the services at the Saint John Lutheran School Hall. Graveside committal services will take place also on Monday, April 17, 2000, at 3 p.m. at the Prince of Peace Cemetery in the Town of Coloma, Waushara County, Wisconsin. Relatives and friends planning on attending the committal services plan on meeting at the cemetery at the gravesite by 3 p.m. Relatives and friends may call at the Wiecki Funeral Home of downtown Berlin on Sunday, April 16, 2000, from 4 to 8 p.m., and also at the church on Monday one hour prior to the services, or from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church. A memorial has been established to Saint John Lutheran Church Building Fund in Verna's memory. John R. Wiecki Funeral Home 116 S. Adams Ave. Adams at Huron Downtown Berlin, Wis. 54923 920-361-2050 Since 1919 Robert A. Tuckis Formerly of Appleton, age 85, died Tuesday, April 12, 2000, at the Verdugo Hills Hospital in California. He was born December 13, 1914, in Clinton, Iowa, to the late Alex and Ella (Christiansen) Tuckis. Bob served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and was honorably discharged October of 1945. He was part owner of Kiefer's Men's Wear in Neenah for many years. Bob was widely known in the Fox River Valley for his musical talents having had dance combos for over 30 years. He also was a member of the Geriatric Jazz Band. He is survived by his daughter, Sue (Stephen) Wilder, Los Angeles, California; three grandchildren, Jeffrey Tuckis, Palm Harbor, Florida; Kimberly Tuckis, Orlando, Florida; Laura (Robert) Rutherford, Orlando, Florida; a great-granddaughter, Emily Rutherford. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred, and his son, Robert. Funeral services will be Monday, April 17, 2000, at 11:30 a.m. at the Funeral Home with the Reverend Paul Brinkman officiating. Friends may call at the Funeral Home, Monday from 10:30 a.m. until the time of services. A memorial is being established in honor of Bob for the Verdugo Hills Hospital Foundation, 18012 Verdugo Blvd., Glendale, California 91208. WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME 537 North Superior Street Appleton 739-1231 Jacob M. Van Leur Age 88, died Wednesday, April 12, 2000 at Lakeside Nursing and Rehabilitation in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Jake was born on June 13, 1911, in Aberdeen, South Dakota, to Johannes and Henrika (Werts) Van Leur. As a young man, Jake and his family lived in Aberdeen, South Dakota, Mook Holland, Chicago, Illinois, and Kimberly, Wisconsin. Jake served as a master sergeant in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a survivor of D-Day on the beaches of Normandy and spent his years of service in England and France. He married Kathryn Anderson on February 14, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois. After living in California for several years, Jake and Kathryn moved back to Appleton, Wisconsin, where he then opened a real estate business in 1950. Jake was an active businessman in the community and belonged to several service organizations including the Appleton Elks where he rose to the level of Exalted Ruler in 1967-68. He was an avid sportsman, playing golf whenever he could and never missing a home Packer game during the Lombardi years. He was the proud father of two daughters and devoted to his family. Jake and Kathryn retired to Phoenix, Arizona, in 1970, but moved back to Wisconsin in 1986 to be closer to their grandchildren. Jake is survived by his wife of 52 years, Kathryn; daughter, Jacqueline (Jeff) Tollefson, Eau Claire; daughter, Lisa (Andrew) McCracken, San Diego, California; and a special part of his family, Debbie (John) Fraedrich, Cobden, Illinois. His grandchildren are Lindsey and Drew Tollefson, Kate McCracken and Anna, Jacob, Joseph, Joshua and Lael Fraedrich. He is also survived by a sister, Betsy Timmers, Appleton. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Johanna Kemps, and two brothers, John and George. A private memorial service will be held at Fuller-Speckien Funeral Home in Eau Claire with interment in Appleton. The family requests memorials sent to Eau Claire Youth Hockey at 4562 Clover Drive, Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54701. Quentin Zbleski Appleton Infant son of Brett Zbleski and Heidi Worden, died at birth on April 14, 2000, at Theda Clark Regional Medical Center. Private family services will be held. WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME 537 North Superior Street Appleton 739-1231