Eleanor “Ellie” Iris Krueger

Eleanor “Ellie” Iris Krueger

March 23, 1966 – May 15, 2016

Eleanor Iris “Ellie” (Perala) Krueger, age 50, of Oconto Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 15, 2016 at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay.

She was born in Melrose Park, IL on March 23, 1966, a daughter of the late Charles H. and Iris Jane (Baker) Perala. Ellie was a longtime resident of Oconto Falls, and was a 1984 graduate of Oconto Falls High School. Ellie was formerly married to Troy Krueger, and together they had four children. She worked at Serenity Gardens of Gillett, and truly loved her job and the residents she cared for. Ellie was a born caregiver, and loved helping anyone. Her generous spirit will be sadly missed. Other hobbies included gardening and being outside, reading and working on puzzles.

Ellie leaves her children: Robert (Amy) Krueger of Abrams, Joshua Krueger, Kellie S. (Dylan Garrigan) Krueger and Dylan Krueger, all of Oconto Falls; her brother, Chuck (Theresa) Perala of the Washington D.C. area and her grandchildren: Gavin and Mason, Journi and Gabriella. She is further survived by her closest high school friends, Chris and Sally and dear work friend, Joan. She will also be remembered by her dogs and dear companions, Dewey and Louie.

Ellie was preceded in death by her parents, her friend Kelly Mondloch and her cousin Julie Baker.

For those wishing, memorials are appreciated to the Krueger Family c/o Kuehl Funeral Home, P.O. Box 317, Gillett, WI 54124.

 

Services

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Saturday, May 21, 2016
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Lone Oak Gun Club
6555 Highway 32 North
Gillett, Wisconsin 54124

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William “Bill” J. Block

William “Bill” J. Block

April 24, 1934 – May 06, 2016

William J. “Bill” Block, age 82, Coleman, passed away on Friday, May 6, 2016 at the Woodlands of Gillett Nursing Home.

Bill was born in Oconto Falls, WI on April 24, 1934, a son of the late William and Orgena (Zarling) Block. Bill was married to Ilene L. (Olson) in 1955, and together they raised 8 children. The family spent about 20 years in the Milwaukee area before returning to Coleman and purchasing a farm. Bill farmed for about 12 years and later ran Bill Block Sales & Service, selling used cars.

Bill was an avid hunter and fisherman and particularly enjoyed ice fishing. He was a big fan of the Green Bay Packers, the Milwaukee Brewers and the Wisconsin Badgers. Bill also loved playing all types of sports with his children and grandchildren. He will be sadly missed.

Bill is survived by his wife, Ilene, of over 60 years, his children: Bill (Laurel) Block of Pound, Kendall (Diane) Block of Coleman, Kevin Block of Oshkosh, Terry (Linda) Block of Crivitz, George Block of Crivitz, Sandy (Larry) Bader of Coleman and Lisa Wood of Hiles, WI. He also leaves his siblings: Arnold (the late Joyce) Block of Gillett, Leonard and Carolyn Block of Gillett, Darlene (Tom) Konitzer of Mississippi, Norman “Buddy” (Judy) Block of Jackson, WI and a sister-in-law Shirley Block of Gillett. Bill will be fondly remembered by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his son, Randy, a brother Kenneth, an uncle, Emile Block and his brother-in-law Gilbert Olson.

Friends and relatives may call on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 from 9 to 10:45 AM at ST. JOHN’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH-The Clock Church (100 W. Main Street, Gillett, WI). A funeral service with Pastor Doreen Jeffers will be held at 11 AM. Final rest will be in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery.

The family sends special thanks to the staff of Woodlands of Gillett for the care that Bill received while at home and at their facility. Thanks also to L.A.C.E., of St. John’s Church for their generous contributions to Bill.

For those wishing, memorials to the family are appreciated.

Kuehl Funeral Home is serving the family. To leave an on-line condolence, please visit KuehlFuneralHome.com. For more information please call (920) 855-2144.

 

Services

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Visitation
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
9:00 AM – 10:45 AM

St. John’s Lutheran Church
101 W Main St
Gillett, WI 54124

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Funeral Service
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM

St. John’s Lutheran Church
101 W Main St
Gillett, WI 54124

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Graveside Service
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
12:00 PM – 12:15 PM

St. John’s Lutheran Church
101 W Main St
Gillett, WI 54124

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