James F. “Jim” Kuehl

James F. “Jim” Kuehl

James F. “Jim” Kuehl, age 83, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 25, 2018.

 

Jim was born in Gillett on April 29, 1935, a son of the late Frank and Norma (Larsen) Kuehl.  He attended local schools and was a graduate of Gillett High School.  Jim served briefly in the US Army during the Korean War, returning home to help his ailing father run the family businesses; Kuehl’s Furniture and Funeral Home.  Jim would later focus on running the Furniture Store while his brother, Armin ran the funeral home.

 

Jim was a great lover of baseball and was left handed pitcher.  He once tried out for the Atlanta Braves.  Jim also spent over 37 years as a letter carrier for the post office.  In addition, he ran several taverns and other area establishments, including the Legion Arcade as well as River Island Country Club, of which he was a member.

 

Jim was an avid golfer and an even bigger Packer fan.  He and his wife Rita traveled to Las Vegas many times over the years.  Jim played lots of golf with family and friends and was the winner of a number of tournaments and club championships.  He enjoyed cards and gambling and was well known at many of the areas establishments to stop in for their daily games, etc.  Jim loved to live and play hard and fast.  He will be sadly missed.

 

Jim is survived by his children: Tom (Michelle) Kuehl of Green Bay, Steve Kuehl of Stiles, Gary (Calla) Kuehl of Fond du Lac, Laura Kuehl of Suamico and Kevin (Sonja) Kuehl of Green Bay; his step-children: Kristine (Russ) Johnson of Germantown and Thomas (Lori) Casey of Menasha; her step-children:.  He also leaves 11 grandchildren, 6 step-grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, 3 step-great-grandchildren, his former wife Joann, nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife Rita and his brother Armin (Jerry Ann) Kuehl.

 

Friends and relatives may call on the family on Saturday, September 29, 2018 from 9 to 10:45 AM at LEGACY FUNERAL CHAPELS (formerly Kuehl Funeral Home) 108 E. Main Street, Gillett, WI 54124.  A funeral service will follow at 11 AM.  Interment will be in Wanderers Rest Cemetery, Gillett.

 

The family wishes to thank the staff of Atrium Post Acute Care of Evergreen at Shawano for their kind and compassionate care of Jim.

 

Services

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Visitation

Saturday, September 29, 2018

9 to 10:45 AM

Legacy Funeral Chapels

108 East Main Street

Gillett,WI 54124

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Funeral Service

Saturday, September 29, 2018

11 AM

Legacy Funeral Chapels

108 East Main Street

Gillett, WI 54124

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Graveside Service

Saturday, September 29, 2018

12 Noon

Wanderer’s Rest Cemetery

S. Elm Avenue

Gillett, WI 54124

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Donald Lee Gilbertson

Donald Lee Gilbertson

Donald Lee Gilbertson, age 82, Gillett, entered into rest on Monday, September 24, 2018 at Evergreen Nursing Home in Shawano.

 

He was born at home in the Town of Green Valley on June 20, 1936, a son of the late William and Pauline (Hansen) Gilbertson.  Donald attended local schools.  He married Laurice F. (Madison) on June 21, 1958 and together they raised three children.  For Donald, farming was his life and he and Laurice farmed for many years in the Town of Gillett.

 

Donald was an active member of Bethel Lutheran Church and served in many capacities over the years, including the church council.  In earlier years, he played church dart ball and had been involved with 4-H.  Donald never had a harsh word for anyone and had many friends.  He always wore a smile and had a great sense of humor.  He will be sadly missed.

 

Donald is survived by his children: Colleen (Ronnie) Thomson, Janalee (Jesse) Jenerou and Kyle (Robin) Gilbertson; his grandchildren: John (special friend Nicki) Zeitler, Justin (special friend Haley) Coppens, Jason (Ashley) Zeitler, Megan Coppens, Nicholas Thomson, Jordan Thomson, Madison Thomson, Amanda Jenerou and Parker Jenerou.  He also leaves his great-grandchildren: Emma, Joanna and Abigael, a sister Carol (Keith) Hansen, a sister-in-law Christine Gilbertson, a brother-in-law Jacob Prahl as well as many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

 

Donald was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife Laurice of over 54 years, his sisters: Margaret (Leonard) Hicks and Charlotte Prahl and his brother Charles Gilbertson.

 

The family sends special thanks to the staff of Serenity Gardens for making Donald feel like part of the “family”.  The family also thanks Evergreen of Shawano as well as the ThedaCare Hospice team.

 

Friends and relatives may call on the family on THURSDAY, September 27, 2018 from 5 to 8 PM at LEGACY FUNERAL CHAPELS (108 E. Main Street, Gillett, WI 54124).  Visitation will continue FRIDAY, September 28, 2018 from 9 to 10:45 AM at BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH (N6955 County Road BB, Oconto Falls, WI 54154).  A funeral service will follow at 11 AM with Pastor Bill Gruenstern officiating.  Burial will be in the church cemetery with a reception and meal to follow in the church hall.

 

Services

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Visitation

Thursday, September 27th, 2018

5 to 8 PM

Legacy Funeral Chapels

108 East Main Street

Gillett, WI 54124

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Visitation

Friday, September 28th, 2018

9 to 10:45 AM

Bethel Lutheran Church

N 6955 County Road BB

Oconto Falls, WI 54154

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Funeral Service

Friday, September 28th, 2018

11 AM

Bethel Lutheran Church

N 6955 County Road BB

Oconto Falls, WI 54154

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Graveside Service

Friday, September 28th, 2018

12 Noon

Bethel Lutheran Church Cemetery

N 6955 County Road BB

Oconto Falls, WI 54154

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Mavis J. McMahon

Mavis J. McMahon

Mavis Jeanette (Gilbertson) McMahon, age 84, Gillett, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 18, 2018.

 

She was born in Oconto Falls on March 19, 1934, a daughter of the late Oren and Helen (McEwen) Gilbertson.  Mavis attended area schools and was a graduate of Gillett High School.  She married Gordon E. McMahon on June 4, 1960 and together they raised five children.

 

For many years, Mavis and Gordon owned and operated McMahon’s Foods before selling the store in 1976.  Mavis was an avid reader, particularly when it came to medicine.  She was a devoted mother, caring for her son Mike as well as her other children and grandchildren.  She will be sadly missed.

 

Mavis is survived by her beloved husband, Gordy, of over 58 years, her children: Gary (Jacqui) McMahon of Suamico, Glen McMahon of Gillett, Sharon (Brian) Powell of Brillion and Michael McMahon of Gillett.  She also leaves a son-in-law, Jim Baranczyk; her sisters: Delores Christensen of Pulaski and Nancy Bahr of Cecil, and a sister-in-law, Pearl Gilbertson of Shawano.  Mavis will also be remembered by her grandchildren: Jesse (Brenda) Baranczyk, Matthew (fiancée Shamra) Baranczyk, Amanda (Bill) Delfosse, Krista (fiancée Dalton) McMahon and Abbie (fiancée John) McMahon; three great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

 

Mavis was preceded in death by her parents and her daughter Constance “Connie” Baranczyk.

 

Friends and relatives may call from 9 to 10:45 AM on SATURDAY, September 22, 2018 at LEGACY FUNERAL CHAPELS (108 E. Main Street, Gillett, WI 54124).  A funeral service will be held at 11 AM.  Burial will follow in Wanderer’s Rest Cemetery.

 

Services

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Visitation

Saturday, September 22, 2018

9 to 10:45 AM

Legacy Funeral Chapels

108 E. Main Street

Gillett, WI 54124

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Funeral Service

Saturday, September 22, 2018

11 AM

Legacy Funeral Chapels

108 E. Main Street

Gillett, WI 54124

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Graveside Service

Saturday, September 22, 2018

12 Noon

Wanderer’s Rest Cemetery

South Elm Avenue

Gillett, WI 54124

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Jacob K Thao

Jacob K Thao

Jacob K Thao, 25, Green Bay passed away. Loving son of Mai Sia and the late Tong Thao. Dear brother of Kong, John, Jeffy, Julie and Soom. Further survived by other relatives and friends.
Visitation Saturday, September 15, 2018 from 8 AM to 3 PM at LEGACY FUNERAL CHAPELS (838 S Fisk Street, Green Bay, WI 54304)
Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Green Bay.

 

 

 

Services

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Visitation

Saturday , September 15, 2018

8AM  to 3PM

Legacy Funeral Chapels

838 S Fisk Street

Green Bay, WI 54304

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Graveside Service 

Saturday, September 15, 2018

3:30 PM

Woodlawn Cemetery

1542 South Webster Avenue

Green Bay, WI 54301

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