Ronald G. “Ron” Hogan

Nov 28, 2017 | Obituaries

Ronald Gerald “Ron” Hogan, age 73, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Lunds on Sunday, November 26, 2017.

Ron was born in El Paso, TX on June 18, 1944, a son of the late Kenneth A. and Alice M (Broehm) Hogan.  He attended local schools and was a graduate of Menasha High School.  Ron enlisted in the US Navy on June 17, 1961 and proudly served 6 years before being honorably discharged in 1967.  He went on to work in sales at Ray’s Tire of Appleton where made countless friends over a career that spanned five decades   He was a big fan of Elvis and enjoyed fishing and hunting. With Ron, family was always first.  His door was open to all and he was “Dad” to many of his kids’ friends while they were growing up and after.  He will be sadly missed.

Ron is survived by his children: Terrilynn Singletary of Shawano, Ronald Verhagen of Shawano,  Danny (Amanda) Mish of LaCrosse, Chad Hogan of Bonduel, November (Doug) Seefeldt of Shawano, Tiffeny Hogan of Shawano and Codi Lou (Jason) Harrison also of Shawano.  He also leaves his former wife Belinda, 24 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.  Ron is also survived by many other family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Donna Bunda, his brother Gary Hogan and his sister Sue Ann Flattof.

A memorial visitation for Ron will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2017 from 12 to 3 PM at LEGACY FUNERAL CHAPELS (838 S. Fisk Street, Green Bay, WI 54304).  A funeral service with full military honors will follow at 3 PM.  A pot-luck is planned at LUNDS CORNER (W6102 County Road T, Shawano, WI 54166) at 6PM following the services.  All are welcome.

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Memorial Gathering

Saturday, December 2, 2017

12 noon to 3 PM

Legacy Funeral Chapel

838 South Fisk Street

Green Bay, WI 54304

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Memorial Service

Saturday, December 2, 2017

3 PM

Legacy Funeral Chapels

838 South Fisk Street

Green Bay, WI 54304

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Military Honors

Saturday, December 2, 2017

4 PM

Legacy Funeral Chapels

838 South Fisk Street

Green Bay, WI 54304

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Llewellyn Benjamin Vernon “Buddy” Braun

Nov 24, 2017 | Obituaries

Llewellyn Benjamin Vernon Braun, better known as “Buddy”, truly lived for 73 years.  Born on July 17th, 1944 in Gillett, WI, to Walter & Nora Braun, Buddy has impacted every life he touched, ever since. Never giving up without a fight, he passed peacefully on November 19th, 2017.  Although he has left us to be with the good Lord in heaven, the memory of him will forever remain.

Buddy was absolutely a legend. Anywhere he went, whether here or there, near or far, somebody always recognized him. Dressed to impress in his Elvis attire, there was always someone, asking for an autograph, or photo with him. If you were lucky enough, he would even sing for you. Not only was he a talented performer, excellent artist, & superb storyteller, he also enjoyed traveling, hunting, fishing, camping, western movies, gold mining, & socializing.  Buddy had an instinct for survival, & an intellect for self-sufficiency. He proudly owned & operated his own farm, worked as an automotive technician, security guard, truck driver, & graduated from the World Wide College of Auctioneering.

Extremely honored to carry on his name, he is survived by his great grandchildren, Major Llewellyn Carter Vaughn & Wyatt Lee Kocken. By his children, Michele Vaughn, Rochele Braun, Kristin & Chad Winnekens, Clint & Kirstin Braun.  By his siblings, Lulabelle Drath, Muriel & Jim Wilke, Charitee & Joe McKenna, & Charmaine Stewart.  By his grandchildren, Cory & Genay Vaughn, Alisha Kocken, Coleton & Delayna Winnekens, & Chase Braun.  In addition, to many cousins, in-laws, nieces, nephews, & friends that made a positive impact throughout Buddy’s life.

Llewellyn was preceded in death by his grandchildren Britney & Austin Braun, by his parents, Walter & Nora Braun, his brother Harold Braun, & his sister Virginia Patzer, brother-in-law Edward Patzer & Leon Drath.

Friends and relatives may call on the family on Friday, December 1, 2017 from 5 to 7 PM at LEGACY FUNERAL CHAPELS, (108 East Main Street, Gillett, WI 54124).  Visitation will continue Saturday, December 2, 2017 from 9:30 to 10:45 AM at GILLETT BAPTIST CHURCH (10780 Town Hall Road, Gillett, WI 54124).  A funeral service will follow at 11 AM with Reverend Reggie Reinhold officiating.  Interment will be in Frostville Cemetery.

For more information, please visit LegacyFuenralChapels.com or call (920) 855-2144.

Special thank you to Pastor Reinhold, The staff at Oconto Hospital, especially Physician Assistant Mark Fuss, Legacy Funeral Chapels, & Best Friend Jim Swiecichowsk

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Visitation

Friday, December 1, 2017

5 to 7 PM

Legacy Funeral Chapels

108 E. Main Street

Gillett, WI 54124

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Visitation

Saturday, December 2, 2017

9:30 to 10:45 AM

Gillett Baptist Church

10780 Town Hall Road

Gillett, WI 54124

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Funeral Service

Saturday, December 2, 2017

11 AM

Gillett Baptist Church

10780 Town Hall Road

Gillett, WI 54124

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Graveside Service

Saturday, December 2, 2017

12:15 PM

Frostville Cemetery

CTY HWY Z

Town of Maple Valley

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Gordon Wayne”Gordy” Miller

Nov 22, 2017 | Obituaries

Gordon Wayne Miller passed away peacefully in the afternoon of November 19, 2017 surrounded by those who loved him. He was called home after a long battle with heart issues as a result of Agent Orange.

Gordy was born in Wallace, Michigan on November 13, 1945 to John and Ella (King) Miller. His family moved to Gillett, Wisconsin when Gordy was three years old. He attended Gillett Schools and graduated in 1963. He was drafted into the service in October 1965 and served in Vietnam as a radio transmitter. He returned home in September 1967. He married Jean Van Lannen in August 1970 and welcomed their first child, Crystal Dawn in June 1971. In July 1972, they welcomed twins, Rodney Alan and Wesley Joe.

In the mid-1980s, Gordy moved to Milwaukee, where he worked as a machinist for 20 years. He never forgot his up-north roots and tried to attend Gillett High School sports as often as he could.

Gordy moved to Shawano in 2007 and began attending every Gillett High School sporting event he could, recognized as Gillett’s #1 Fan. He loved to cheer on his boys and girls every game, often traveling to away games. You could typically find him in the same spot on the bleachers, on the football sidelines, or near the dugout, always there to give high fives, a pep-talk, a shoulder to cry on, and especially to give the refs a piece of his mind. If he wasn’t at a sporting event, he still knew all of the stats of the games. He was also a big fan of the M&O conference, willing to recognize a hardworking player on an opposing team – among his favorites were Lauren Edlebeck (Wauskaukee) and Millie Benson (STAA).

When Gordy was not at games, he liked to tinker in his garage, taking apart TVs and other electronics, calling his little shop ‘Miller and Granddaughters.’ Word spread that Gordy would take any electronics, and people as far as Rhinelander would drop off their junk for him. Gordy could not go anywhere without seeing someone he knew because he made friends everywhere he went. He enjoyed going to the casino, especially on Mondays to get his senior chicken dinner. He loved playing blackjack with friends from all over and trying his luck on the slot machines.

Gordy is survived by his three children and his grandchildren: Crystal (daughter: Ella), Rodney (wife: Jennifer, daughters: Katilyn and Kami), and Wesley (children: Dylan and Claire; Carrie, children: Tyler and Emma); niece: Linda Myers; cousins: Jim, Kenny, and Carl who were more like brothers; and many other relatives. He is preceded in death by his parents: John and Ella; four sisters: Emily, Nancy (Kay, Ronald, Douglas, Patti, and Melodie), Kathy, and Lillian; nephew: Timothy; and his best friend during his service in the Vietnam War: Raymond Elliot of Chestertown, MD who passed away in Vietnam in January 1967.

The Funeral service will take place on Saturday, November 25 at Gillett Baptist Church. Visitation will begin at 9am and the service will begin at 11am, followed by a luncheon.

As per Gordy’s wishes, Gillett School students and staff are encouraged to wear their Gillett apparel or jerseys.

Gordy’s family would like to thank Legacy Funeral Home in Gillett for arrangements.

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Visitation

Saturday, November 25, 2017

9 to 10:45 AM

Gillett Baptist Church

10780 Town Hall Road

Gillett, WI 54124

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Funeral Service

Saturday, November 25, 2017

11 AM

Gillett Baptist Church

10780 Town Hall Road

Gillett, WI 54124

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Graveside Service

Saturday, November 25, 2017

12:15 PM

Wanderer’s Rest Cemetery

S. Elm Street

Gillett, WI 54124

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Armin F. Kuehl

Oct 26, 2017 | Obituaries

Armin F. Kuehl, age 87, of Green Bay and formerly of Gillett, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 25, 2017.

Armin was born in Gillett on September 9, 1930, a son of the late Frank and Norma (Larsen) Kuehl.  He attended local schools and was a graduate of Gillett High School.  Armin attended the University of Wisconsin at Ripon prior to joining the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict.  During his service, he along with the 95^th Bombardment Group flew a combat tour as a B-26 gunner out of Pusan, Korea.  Armin was married to Jerry (Sparks) and together they made their home in Gillett and welcomed two children.

Armin worked for many years in his family’s business, Kuehl’s Furniture and Funeral Home focusing in later years on the funeral home.  Armin was a dedicated funeral director and served countless Gillett area families over a career that spanned four decades.  He was community minded and served in various capacities on numerous boards including the Gillett Lions of which he was a charter member, The Gillett American Legion, The Gillett VFW, the Gillett non-profit housing authority and the Gillett Industrial Development Corporation.  Armin was also a past member of the Gillett Masonic Lodge No. 344 F. & A.M.

Prior to retiring to Green Bay, Armin and Jerry were members of St. John’s Lutheran Church.  Armin was an accomplished and enthusiastic golfer.  He was a founding member of River Island Country Club of which he was past club champion, past member of Golden Sands Country Club and Green Bay Country Club.  He achieved multiple holes in one and along with his son, Jeff, won the Father-Son State Championship in 1980.  He would go on to win the Cherryland Open in Door County  as well as the Senior Championship at Green Bay Country Club.  Armin’s passion for golf was shared by the family and was a favorite pastime.

Armin and Jerry were fortunate to winter in Clearwater Beach, Florida for many years and also had the opportunity to visit Hawaii, San Diego, Mexico and Las Vegas with friends.  In later years, the family enjoyed time together in their Green Bay home.

Armin is survived by his two children, Pamela (Robert) Van Dyke of De Pere and Jeff Kuehl of De Pere.  He also leaves a brother, James “Jim” (Rita) Kuehl of Cecil, his nephews: Tom, Steve, Gary and Kevin Kuehl a niece, Laurie Kuehl and an uncle, Joe (Marion) Kuehl of Milwaukee.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife Jerry.

Visitation for Armin will be at LEGACY FUNERAL CHAPELS (108 E. Main Street, Gillett, WI 54124) on Saturday, October 28, 2017 from 9 to 11 AM.  A funeral service with the Reverend Earl Vorpagel III will be held at 11 AM.  Interment with full military honors will follow at Wanderer’s Rest Cemetery.

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Visitation

Saturday, October 28, 2017

9 to 11 AM

Legacy Funeral Chapels

108 E. Main Street

Gillett, WI 54124

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Services

Saturday, October 28, 2017

11 AM

Legacy Funeral Chapels

108 E. Main Street

Gillett, WI 54124

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Graveside Service

Saturday, October 28, 2017

12 Noon

Wanderer’ Rest Cemetery

Gillett, WI 54124

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Geraldine “Gerri” Lauersdorf

Oct 26, 2017 | Obituaries

Geraldine “Gerri’ (Kohn) Lauersdorf, age 85, of Gillett, passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2017.

She was born on December 6, 1931 in the Town of Cecil to the late Eldon and Lucille (Schmidt) Kohn.  She was a graduate of Bonduel High School.  Gerri married Melvin “Mel” Lauersdorf on December 13, 1952 at White Clay Lake Lutheran Church in the Town of Washington.  She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Gillett.

Gerri and her husband Mel farmed in the Town of Gillett until their retirement.  She also worked some summers at Country Gardens of Gillett.  Gerri loved bowling with the women’s team at the Gillett American Legion.  She loved gardening and her flower beds and always loved having her cats and kittens outdoors.  Gerri especially loved her large family gatherings.

Gerri is survived by her children: Rhonda (Bryan) Kain, Jim (Jodie) Lauersdorf, Jackie (Gerry) Lemirande, Jody (Kelly) Lauersdorf and Amy (Jeff Smet) Holmes.  She also leaves her grandchildren: Tonya, Justin, Josh, Kim, Andrew, Chris, Nick, Brandon, Matt, Brianna, Tandymn, Jaylan and Jayden, her great-grandchildren: Akeem, Kaylee, Brynlee, Brayden, Braxden, Colton,  Harper, Gunner and a baby girl who is expected.  She is further survived by her brothers Allen Kohn of Fairfax, VA and Wayne Kohn of Gillett as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.

Gerri was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Mel, her daughter Lou Ann and her son Jeff Lauersdorf, her sister Gloria (Elroy) Schmidt and her brothers Lyle (Dawn) Kohn, Ronnie Kohn and Larry Kohn and a son-in-law Steve Holmes.

Private services will be held with final rest in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery, Gillett.

The family sends special thanks to Dr. Maltinski, the staff of Atrium Post-Acute Care of Oconto Falls, the staff of Unity Hospice and to Pastor Bill Kamke for all of their care and support.