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Emil Schleis Obituary

Schleis, Emil W.

Emil W. "Red" Schleis, Jr. age 81, of 714 So. Main St., Mishicot, entered into eternal life Saturday, January 5, 2013 at his residence. Emil was born, June 8, 1931 in Kewaunee, to the late Emil Sr. and Carrie Soucoup Schleis and has been a lifelong area resident. He attended Kewaunee schools, and served his country in the National Guard for 8 years. Emil married the former Grace Jindra, June 23, 1951 at St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mishicot. He was employed by Hamilton Industries for 44 years, retiring as shipping department supervisor, and was chosen one year as the "Employee of the Year". After his retirement he did 7 years of seasonal work at the Natural Beauty Nursery. He served on the Mishicot Public School Board for 36 years, and for 30 years served on the CESA 7 Board, and was a Head Start Board Representative for 4 years. He was an active member of St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mishicot, where he served as past council member, trustee, an was on various church committees. He also served on the Mishicot Housing Authority Board. Emil enjoyed camping, the Green Bay Packers, the Milwaukee Brewers, and the WI Badgers.

Survivors include his wife: Grace, two sons: Mark Schleis, of Summerville, S. C., Reverend Paul (Denise) Schleis, of Green Bay, one daughter: Nancy (Gordon) Haak, of Elkhorn, WI, six grandchildren: Jessica Gall, Andrea Gall, Rev. Keith (Dawn) Schleis, John (Amy) Schleis, Greg Schleis, and Adam Schleis, one great-grandchild: Caleb Schleis. Emil is further survived by one twin sister: Janice (Gordon) Pautz, of Two Rivers, and by his brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two sisters and borther-in-law: Alice & Jim Anderle, and Gladys Nejedlo.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mishicot, with the Reverend Robert Johannes, Reverend Paul Schleis, and the Reverend Keith Schleis officiating, with burial to follow in the Mishicot Public Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 pm on Tuesday at the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home 344 So. State St., in Mishicot. Visitation will continue after 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday at St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church, until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. A memorial fund has been established for St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church, The Manitowoc Lutheran High School, and the Aurora Visiting Nurse Association-Hospice. The Schleis family would like to express a very special thank you to Reverend Robert Johannes, and the Hospice Team for the love, prayers, and special care given to Emil and our family during Emil's illness. Your kindness will always be remembered.

Published by Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter from Jan. 7 to Jan. 12, 2013.
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I worked for 7 years with Emil at Hamilton. He was a gentle, kind and warm person who gave freely to all who came in contact with him. May we all be so!

Tom Peterson

January 12, 2013

Our sympathy to the Schleis family

Kenneth & Shannon Sell

January 9, 2013

May the precious comfort of Jesus' presence and love touch you deeply with every consolation and comfort. With thoughts and prayers.

Hazel Reis

January 9, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the Schleis family.

Dave and Nancy Johanek

January 8, 2013

Our sincere sympathy to the entire Schleis family.

Mike & Diane Fischer

January 8, 2013

Dear Grace and family,
My heart is saddened to learn of Emil's death. He was a dedicated CESA 7 board member who brought expertise and joy to our board. He gave of himself amd will be missed. I have fond recollections of you and him going to the national convention for educational service agencies when I was CESA 7 administrator. May you find solace in knowing others care.
Blessings to you,
Carol Conway-Gerhardt

Carol Conway-Gerhardt

January 8, 2013

Paul, you and yours are in my thoughts and prayers. Many thanks to you and your family for happy childhood memories.

James Huycke

January 8, 2013

Please accept our sympathies.

Mark & Kathie Larson

January 8, 2013

Mark, Please accept my deepest condolences. May God extend his blessings on you and yours. I will be praying for both you and your family as you go through this difficult time....Mike King

January 8, 2013

Mark, I am sorry to hear of your loss. My family sends our condolences.

The Olives (Summerville SC)

January 7, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family. We know and believe that Emil is in heaven with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We also know that Jesus is preparing our heavenly home where we will all be united with Jesus and our loved ones. With love,

Larry and Carol Moldenhauer

January 7, 2013

Mark, Sorry for your loss. Best wishes for you and your family.

Mike Martin

January 7, 2013

We are so sorry to hear about Emil's passing. We are so appreciative of his many years of service on the board for CESA 7. Judy and Barry Sargent, Sturgeon Bay, WI

January 7, 2013

very seldom do you find A TRUE gentleman like Emil. my prayers and thoughts will always be with you all. I will truly miss him! god's speed. Nancy Ruoho

January 7, 2013

To my dear colleague Mark Schleis, my sincere condolences to your entire family. Reading the obituary I realize your dad was and will continue to be looked as an outstanding citizen.

Raúl Castillo Jr.

January 7, 2013

Mark Schleis (son) and I work together. Although we never met, his son Mark is a true friend and I'm sure exhibits many of his Dad's qualitys. I pray for peace for the family and a safe journey for Mark.

Bill Peter

January 7, 2013

Mark, so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My condolences to you and your family. Jeff Lott

January 7, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Mike & Diana Bogart

January 7, 2013

nancy so sorry to hear of your dads passing .i remember coming to your house when we were in school your dad was always such a nice guy . my sympathy to you and your family. sue(denor) kobes ,maribel

January 7, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to the Schleis Family.
Connie Eichel/Charleston SC

January 7, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Red was an amazing and very personable man. You have my deepest sympathy!

Joan Jindra

January 7, 2013

So sorry to hear of Red's demise but happy for him also because he has gone to a better place. God bless you and your family.

June Weyenberg

January 7, 2013

Grace & Family,
Sorry to hear of the passing of Emil. Now his earthly pain is over. My deepest sympathy to you all.
Carol (Kobes) Stuebs
Kewaunee, WI

Carol M. Stuebs

January 7, 2013

Gracie, I was so sorry to hear about Red. I send my condolences and sympathy knowing that we are all so close to that day happening to us.

Allen Jost

January 7, 2013

As a Mishicot school staff member I needed Emil's signature several times and whenever I did he was always ready and willing to help out and with a big smile. He was a good man. I'm sure he will be greatly missed by many. Sharon Lieding, retired school counselor

Sharon Lieding

January 7, 2013

Sorry to hear about Email we went to the same church when we live in TR our prayers are with you & god bless you.

Harold & Linda Stechmesser

January 7, 2013

Our heartfelt sympathy at this time of loss. God bless.

Dennis &Lois Sell

January 7, 2013

I was fortunate to have Emil as a foreman at Hamiltons, he was a wonderful kind man. So sorry for your loss. May God Bless all his family & friends during this difficult time.

Wanda Gulseth

January 7, 2013

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