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Roger Retzleff Obituary
Roger was born in Fond du Lac on March 6, 1927, a son of the late Erwin and Bessie (Devereaux) Retzleff.
On Sept. 30, 1950, Roger married Mary Angela Simon at St. Mary's Church, Fond du Lac.
Roger served in the United States Army in Korea for two years.
He was employed with the Wisconsin Power and Light Company for 37 years.
He was a member of Holy Family Parish, The Knights of Columbus Council 664 and the Eagles Club.
He loved outdoor activities including fishing and camping, and spending time with his family.
He was a friend to everyone.
Roger was the beloved husband of Mary for 61 years; the loving father of Karen (Phil) Gabathuler of North Fond du Lac, Eileen (Max) Luna of Fond du Lac, Barbara Collien (special friend, Terry Duley) of Fond du Lac and Patty (Bill) Brandt of Fond du Lac; 14 grandchildren, Deb (Al) Morin, Mary Koerner (special friend, Scott Richardson), Florence (Dale) Mans, Robert Norton Jr., Max Luna, Julia Luna, Lorena Luna, Eric Luna, Craig Collien, Brian (Bobbie) Collien, Jason Collien, Steven Brandt, Michael (Danielle) Brandt and Tony Brandt; 23 great grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren; son-in-law, Robert Norton.
He is further survived by his brothers, Hughbert (Hilarea) Retzleff of Lomira, Ray (Judy) Retzleff of Tennessee, and his sister-in-law, Sister Matthea Simon of St. Joseph Convent, Campbellsport; other relatives and friends.
Preceding him in death are his daughter, Marilyn Rose Norton; sisters, Winifred Retzleff and Rosemary Fisher; sisters-in-law, Sister Romilda Simon and Dorothy Kachelmeier; brother-in-law, Clement Simon.
VISITATION: The family will receive relatives and friends at the Zacherl Funeral Home, 875 E. Division St., Fond du Lac, on Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2011, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. There is also visitation on Wednesday, Nov. 23, from 10 a.m. until 10:45 a.m., at Sacred Heart Church of Holy Family Parish, 200 S. Peters Ave., Fond du Lac.
SERVICES: A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church on Wednesday, Nov. 23, at 11 a.m. Cremation will follow these traditional services.
Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery at a later date.
Memorials in his name may be directed to Roger's family.
Zacherl Funeral Home of Fond du Lac is serving the family. Visit: www.zacherlfuneralhome.com
The Reporter
Fond du Lac, Wis.
Nov. 22, 2011
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Jim & Jill Kaphengst
November 28, 2011
Jill & I were so saddened to read about Roger's passing. He was always such a "happy" man and so easy to work with. Our deepest sympathies to you, Mary and all in your family. We will miss him at the retiree gatherings Most sincerely, Jill & Jim Kaphengst
November 26, 2011
My sincere symphathy to you and your family. I remember Roger as a good Gas Technician and friend. We will miss him at the WP&L Retiree's luncheon at the Dells. Sincerely, Bob Bentley (Waupun)
Staff of ManorCare
November 23, 2011
Sending kind thoughts and prayers to Roger's loved ones. So sorry for your loss.
Mary Waite
November 23, 2011
Please accept my condolences, sorry I cannot be there to deliver them in person.
Bill Hebert
November 22, 2011
I have only fond and wonderful memories of "Mr. Retzleff" as a child in our neighborhood. He shall so be missed!
November 22, 2011
Grandpa we will miss you dearly! Rest peacefully with the angels. Love you Always, Julia
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