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Barbara A. Gezella
Barbara A. Gezella, 57, Green Bay, passed away peacefully at her home after a courageous battle with a terminal illness on Saturday, March 16, 2002. She was born August 26, 1944 to Norbert and Myrtle Delcore Dantinne, Sr. She was self-employed as a real estate broker for Scenic Reality. Barbara enjoyed playing piano and guitar, riding horses, sunning in the sun, gardening, and most of all spending time with her children and grandchildren. Survivors include her husband of 39 years, John; her parents, Norbert and Myrtle Dantinne, Sr., Green Bay; four daughters, Carrie Rick Seibert, New Franken, Sue John Hanmann, New Franken, Kristie Dave Jones, Howard; Kaye Gezella, Green Bay; two sons, Craig Lori Gezella, Howard; Mike Kelly Gezella, Denmark; her fifteen grandchildren, Ashley, Jessica, Erica, Heather, Christopher, Nicholas, Austin, Wade, Logan, Emily, Garrett, Brooke, Wyatt, Noah and Lexi; one sister, Carol Arnie VanDenBush, Green Bay; one brother, Norbert Debbie Dantinne, Jr., Green Bay; and her mother-in-law Emily 'Emma' Gezella. Barbara is further survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and by other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her brother Ardeal Dantinne; and father-in-law John 'Jack' Gezella, Sr. Friends may call Monday, Mar. 18, 2002 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Proko-Wall Funeral Home, 1630 East Mason St., Green Bay and on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 5930 Humboldt Road. Mass of the Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph the Apostle Catholic Church. Rev. Dean Dombroski will preside. There will be a parish scripture service at 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home led by Sally Reynen, Pastoral Minister. Entombment will be in Shrine of the Good Shepherd Mausoleum, Bay Settlement. Barbara was a committed wife and mother, who had tremendous love for her husband, daughters and sons. They, along with all who knew Barbara, will miss her more than words can say. Death is Nothing at All I have only slipped away into the next room. I am I, and you are you, whatever we were to each other , that we are still. Call me by the old familiar name. Speak of me in the easy way which you always used. Put no difference into your tone. Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes that we enjoyed together. Play, smile, think of me and pray for me. Let my name be ever the household word it always was. Let it be spoken without an effort, without the ghost of a shadow upon it. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was. There is absolute and unbroken continuity. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? I am but waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around the corner. All is well. -Henry Scott Holland
Mildred M. ‘Millie’ Gertsner
Mildred M. 'Millie' Gerstner, 81, Green Bay, passed away on Feb. 23, 2002. The former Mildred Cherney was born on Sept. 18, 1920. On June 11, 1941, she married Clarence Gerstner, and he preceded her in death on March 3, 1987. During her career she worked at both Green Bay Canning and Schreiber Foods until she retired in 1976. She was a member of St. Philip the Apostle Parish. Millie enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also loved animals, especially dogs. She had a green thumb and had a knack for nursing houseplants back to life. She also enjoyed crocheting and embroidery. She is survived by her children, Ron Ruth Gerstner, Tennessee, Mary Steve Honold, Brussels, and Linda Mark La Frombois, Green Bay; grandchildren Todd Tammy Gerstner, Ohio, Julie Walker, Tennessee, Cheryl John Heikkila, Sturgeon Bay, Lisa Rick Lyons, Two Rivers; seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Christine Ervin Vogel, Sturgeon Bay; sisters-in-law Jane Cherney, Corrine Cherney; as well as many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Margaret; her husband, Clarence; one great-grandchild, Miranda; three brothers, two sisters. Friends may call at St. Philip the Apostle Church, Victoria Street in Green Bay, on Monday, Feb. 25, from 1:30 to 3:15 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 3:30 p.m. at the church with Fr. Larry Canavera officiating. Entombment will be at Shrine of the Good Shepherd. Proko-Wall Funeral Home is assisting the family. Thank you to the staff of Century Ridge and Odd Fellow Home as well as a very special thank you to Dr. John Gary.
Susan N. Fox
Susan N. Fox, 54, Green Bay, died Monday, March 4, 2002. She was born July 6, 1947, to Donna Mauer Anderegg and the late Nyel Anderegg. On June 9, 1978, she married Jim Fox at St. Agnes Catholic Church. Since 1965, Susan had been employed by Wisconsin Public Service. She was a member of Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, where she did much volunteer work. Susan bowled in leagues for many years, was an avid reader, enjoyed the outdoors, camping, traveling, rummage sale shopping, golfing, and followed sports on every level. Survivors include her husband, Jim; one son, Michael Fox, at home; one daughter, Cassandra Fox, at home; her mother, Donna Anderegg, Algoma; her mother and father-in-law, Clayton and Lara Fox, Green Bay; four brothers and three sisters-in-law, Dennis and Diane Anderegg, Algoma, James and Cheryl Anderegg, Algoma, Robert and Pat Anderegg, Gwinn, Michigan and Nyel Anderegg, Jr., Algoma; nieces and nephews, Tara Bohn, Brian Anderegg, Jimmy and Joey Anderegg, and Stacy Anderegg; and a great-niece and nephew, Asia Schwantes and Brett Bohn. She was preceded in death by her father, Nyel Anderegg. Friends may call Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Lyndahl Funeral Home, Lombardi Avenue and Ridge Road, where a parish wake service will take place at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue after 10:30 a.m. Friday at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church where the Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:30 a.m. Entombment will be in Allouez Chapel Mausoleum. A memorial fund will be established. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Dr. Koch and the staffs of Green Bay Oncology and Unity Hospice, especially Deb, Dawn, Diane and Kelly. Also a very special thanks to Susan’s personal friends as well as her friends from Wisconsin Public Service for all of the care they provided.
John 'Jack' Finnegan
John 'Jack' Finnegan, 67, of Askeaton, died peacefully Monday afternoon, March 11, 2002, at home. The son of the late Orville and Clara Michalek was born April 14, 1934, in Appleton. He was a graduate of Wrightstown High School and a lifelong resident of Askeaton. An avid dairy farmer, Jack was well known and loved in the community, especially by his 'hired hands.' Many a car stopped by his farm to view his Shorthorns or just check out the latest litter of Spitz puppies. Jack’s door was always open for friends and neighbors — who were, in fact, his family. Jack succeeded his father a Supervisor for the Town of Holland. He was former trustee for St. Patrick’s Catholic Church and presently served on the Cemetery Committee. Jack served as a past member of the Wrightstown Alumni Board and Brown County Towns Association. Jack was a member of the Shorthorn Breeders Association and often went to cattle sales. The community as a whole will miss Jack — friends and neighbors, especially, because they were always welcome on his farm. Jack is survived by cousins and three special friends, Bridget, Jason, and Joe, as well as his faithful little dog, Heather. He was preceded in death by his parents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call at Ryan Funeral Home, 305 North Tenth Street, De Pere, from 4 to 8 p.m. today Wednesday. Visitation will continue after 9 a.m. Thursday at Ryan’s until the funeral procession leaves for church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Askeaton, with the Rev. Al Geiser officiating. Burial in the Church Cemetery. In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorial funds have been established for Unity Hospice and the American Cancer Society in Jack’s name. The friends and family of Jack extend a special thank you to the American Cancer Society, Unity Hospice and especially Sally Ann at Unity Hospice and Betty for all of their kindness and support during these past months.
Charles Falish
Charles Falish, 87, Green Bay, died Saturday evening, March 9, 2002, at Rennes Health Center in Appleton. Born in New Franken on June 13, 1914, he is the son of the late John and Minnie Vandervest Falish. Charlie served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He married the former Catherine La Luzerne, and she preceded him in death on Sept. 30, 1970. On Dec. 29, 1973, he married the former Bernice Fraire Gilsoul, and she preceded him in death on Aug. 25, 1996. Charlie was employed at Pauly Cheese until he retired. He was a member of SS. Peter & Paul Parish. Charlie enjoyed gardening, playing cards, automobiles, and times spent with his family. He is survived by two daughters and their spouses, Delores and Richard Strebel of Appleton, Carol and William Birling of Menasha; five grandchildren, Lawrence Strebel of Colorado, Cynthia Brian Reynolds of Texas, Susan Birling of Milwaukee, Barbara Chris Aldinger of Menasha, Christopher Birling of Madison; two brothers, Alvin Falish of New Franken, John Falish of Green Bay; six stepchildren, Joyce Cooney of Green Bay, Carol Zimmerman of Green Bay, Patricia and Dallan Lax of Crivitz, Sharon and Gerald Walker of West De Pere, Donna and James Vandenack of Athlestane, Gary and Vicki Gilsoul of Green Bay; 25 step-grandchildren; 26 step-great-grandchildren; many step-great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Goldie, Clarence and Norman Falish; four sisters-in-law, Dorothy Falish, Verna Falish, Grace Falish and Lucy Falish; two stepsons-in-law, Edward Cooney and Raymond Zimmerman. Visitation at MALCORE Funeral Home, University Avenue at Baird Street, from 3 p.m. Wednesday until the time of the funeral. Funeral services Wednesday 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Thomas Farrell officiating. Entombment in the Shrine of the Good Shepherd Mausoleum. Special thanks to the staff and nurses of Rennes Health Center in Appleton.
Irvin 'Irv' D. Ettien Jr
Irvin 'Irv' D. Ettien Jr. 57, Green Bay, died unexpectedly early Monday morning, February 18, 2002 at his home. Born on February 27, 1944 in rural Brown County, he is the son of the late Irvin and Vernie Prevost Ettien Sr. After attending school in Luxemburg, he faithfully served in the U.S. Army. Irv was employed as a heavy equipment operator and also a cross-country truck driver for most of his life and at one point own and operated Irvin D. Ettien, Jr. Excavating. He enjoyed driving stock car at many Northeast Wisconsin tracks for over 17 years with his friend and mechanic, the late Wally Massart, and was known as 'The Golden Boy.' Irv was very proud of his Belgian heritage and could speak fluent Belgian. He was a member of Operating Engineers Local #139. Irv was an avid hunter, fisherman, woodworker, gardener and he also loved to cook, ride motorcycle and scuba diving. He is survived by one son and daughter-in-law: Douglas and Dayna Ettien of Green Bay; two granddaughters: Jessica and Katie; Douglas's mother: Sharon Ettien in Luxemburg; one sister and brother-in-law: Jane and Ron Garrity of Green Bay and their children: Brent and Rene'; special friend of many years: Dawn Tegtman and her daughter, Nicole of Green Bay; one uncle: Roland Prevost of Champion; three aunts and a spouse: Shirley and Bernard Nooyen of New Franken, Gladys Ettien of Green Bay, Alvina Paul of Luxemburg; godmother: Doris Van Ess of Green Bay; and cousins. Preceded in death by his parents; one brother: Jerry Ettien; maternal grandparents: William and Adele Prevost; paternal grandparents: Joseph and Celine Ettien. Visitation at MALCORE Funeral Home, University Avenue at Baird Street, from 3:00 P.M. Friday until the time of the memorial service. Memorial service, Friday, 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home with the Rev. Thomas Farrell officiating. Private committal service at Shrine of the Good Shepherd Mausoleum.
Gordon Delsart
Gordon Delsart, age 86, of Green Bay died Thursday, Feb. 28, 2002, with his family at his side. He was born Oct. 11, 1915, in Maplewood to the late Albert and Melina Splingaire Delsart. On Oct. 8, 1944, he married Dorothy C. Ford at the Methodist Church in Sturgeon Bay. Gordon was a Master Electrician, having worked at the shipyards in Sturgeon Bay, Beemster Electric in Green Bay and worked 25 years for the Chicago & Northwestern Railroad in Green Bay. He valued education and attended UW-Green Bay for eight years after his retirement. He befriended many students and professors with whom he continued to correspond. Gordon’s life long hobby was ham radio, call number W9BFR. He was a member of the Green Bay Bird Club and NEW Audubon Society. He served as a president and contributed to these organizations since 1944. The Wildlife Sanctuary held a special place in his heart. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Dorothy; a daughter, Shirley Delsart, Berkeley, Calif.; a son and daughter-in-law, Tom and Elaine Delsart, Allouez; two grandchildren, Amanda and Tyler Delsart, Allouez. He was very proud of his grandchildren. He is also survived by four brothers and sisters-in-law, Millard and Eunice Delsart, Oconto Falls, Raymond and Ellen Delsart, Sturgeon Bay, Roy and Ruth Delsart, Crivitz, and Ken and Rita Delsart, De Pere; seven sisters and brothers-in-law, Violet Vertz, Green Bay, Pearl Meyer, Sturgeon Bay, Ruby Kostichka, Algoma, Joyce and Joe Albert, Green Bay, Fern Schenkelberg, Green Bay, Lillian and Henry Schuh, Reedsville, La Belle and Ivan Leemon, Green Bay; two sisters-in-law, Kay Delsart and Rosemary Delsart, Green Bay. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Leonard, who died in World War II, Richard and Clifford Delsart. Friends may call at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano Ave. from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon Saturday. The Funeral Service will be at 12 Noon Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Fort Howard Memorial Park.
Richard F. Deksnis
Richard F. Deksnis, 88, Green Bay, died Monday, Feb. 4, 2002, at San Luis Medical and Rehabilitation Center. He was born June 1, 1913, in Liepaja, Latvia. He graduated from the Technical Institute in Latvia. On Dec. 25, 1941, he married Alma Lacis. They left their homeland to avoid possible persecution prior to the occupation by the Russians. They resided in Germany until an uncle in Chicago sponsored them to the United States in 1949. Richard worked as an electrician for the Chicago & Northwestern Railroad. In 1957, the company transferred him with his family to Green Bay, where he worked until his retirement in 1979. He was a great sports fan, especially enjoying the youth sports of his grandchildren. Richard loved traveling throughout the United States. He also enjoyed music and was a member of the Civic Music Association. Mr. Deksnis was a member of St. John’s Latvian Lutheran Church in Fond du Lac. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 60 years, Alma; one daughter and son-in-law, Rita and James Buckmaster, Oneida; one son and daughter-in-law, Eric and Linda Deksnis, Rosendale; five grandchildren and their spouses, Chris Melissa Buckmaster, Jay Donna Buckmaster, all of Milwaukee, Nick Buckmaster, Phoenix, Ariz., Heather Deksnis and Chad Peruzzi, both of Rosendale; one great-grandson, Toby Buckmaster, Milwaukee; a sister-in-law, Ruta Janis Zieds, Latvia; and many close friends. Friends may call at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano Ave., from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday.The Funeral Service will be held at 4 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Lauma Zusevic officiating. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff and caregivers of San Luis Medical and Rehabilitation Center for the excellent care and thoughtfulness they gave to Richard. Richard was very patriotic and had a great appreciation for the opportunity that America gave to him.
