Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Pielhop Wieting Funeral Home - Brillion

215 South Main Street

Brillion, Wisconsin

Allan Kalies Obituary

Allan J. Kalies, age 86, of Brillion, died peacefully at home on May 7, 2014, with family by his side. He was born October 29, 1927 in rural Brillion, son of the late Ervin and Minnie (Pfluger) Kalies. He attended St Mary's Catholic School and then graduated from Brillion High School, class of 1945. Allan served our country in the United States Navy from fall of 1945 to 1949. He served during World War II on four different ships; the U.S.S. Anderson DD411 (which was sunk during Atom bomb testing), the U.S.S. Whiting, the U.S.S. Pusohme, and the U.S.S. Pakana. He met his wife of 65 years, Gloria (Roberts) Kalies on a blind date while stationed in San Francisco, and they returned to Brillion and were married on January 20, 1949. She preceded him in death in April of this year. Allan and Gloria lived and raised nine children in the Brillion area. Allan managed Krueger Brothers Feed Mill for 5 years in Forest, Junction, then worked for the Brillion Dairy as a route man, and finally worked at the Brillion Post Office until his retirement in 1985. He and his wife Gloria also owned and operated Spring Creek Landscaping in Brillion for 22 years. Allan was a member of the Brillion American Legion Post 126, the Brillion Lions Club, and in the past, the Rough Riders. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and family.

Survivors include his nine children: Valerie Kalies of Brillion, Kathy Koffarnus of Kaukauna, Gary (Bev) Kalies of Reedsville, David (Debbie) Kalies of Brillion, Diane Mulvihill of Appleton, Jeffrey (Linda) Kalies of Brillion, Thomas Kalies (Special friend Lori Jahnke) of Askeaton, Stephen (Shelia) Kalies of Reedsville, and Robert (Amy) Kalies of Brillion; 29 grandchildren; 38 great grandchildren; 10 great- great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Jane Kalies of Taus, Shirley Kalies of Kaukauna, Ruby McFarland of Middleton, ID, Donna Roberts of Nevada, and Keith (Sylvia) Roberts of Sacramento, CA. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends further survive. He was proceeded in death by his wife, Gloria, his parents, Ervin and Minnie Kalies, brothers, Gerald Kalies and Donald Kalies, sons-in-law, Stephen Mulvihill and Steven Koffarnus, grandchildren, Donald Schisel and Amber Doughty, mother-in-law, Elsie I. (Wilber) King, father-in-law, Martin P. Roberts Sr., and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Martin P. Roberts Jr., John McFarland, Jewel Roberts, Opal (Earl) Miller.

Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, May 12, 2014 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. Mass of Christian Burial will be officiated by Rev. Timothy Brandt and Deacon Steve Letournoux. Military Rites will be accorded by the American Legion Post 126 of Brillion. Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery, Brillion.

Friends may call at the church on Sunday evening, May 13, 2014 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. A prayer service will be led by Rita Heraly to conclude the visitation. The visitation will continue on Monday, also at church, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:15 a.m.

Online condolences may be made at www.wieting-funeralhome.com

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Unity Hospice for all of their care and kindness shown toward both Allan and family. Also, they would like to thank Father Timothy and Deacon Steve for their visits and prayers.



Published by Appleton Post-Crescent from May 9 to May 10, 2014.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Allan Kalies

Not sure what to say?





Gary sorry to hear about the loss of your dad,will keep you and your family in are prayers.

Jan & Chester

May 12, 2014

I'm sorry for your loss. Rely on God Almighty to get you through this difficult time.
Psalms 62:7

May 12, 2014

Condolences to the Kalies family. Take comfort in knowing Allan is at peace and in a much better place. Peace to Allan's family. Greg & Nancy Saueressig (Friends of Steve)

May 11, 2014

Laura,you and your family are in my prayers. Know that our Heavenly Father will keep you and yours. Remember that Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal. Keep the faith.

Aleno Johnson

May 10, 2014

Deepest Sympathy to you and your family, Val.

Bob & Marilou Mueller

May 10, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to you all as Allan joins Gloria. May they rest in peace. Comfort to their caring family.
God bless...Claire & Steve

Claire & Steve Letourneaux

May 9, 2014

I don't know Mr. Kalies or his family but I hope you will accept my sympathy on his passing. The very nice picture reminded me of my grandfather so I read the obituary. I was sorry to read that his wife also passed recently-that's very difficult to lose both parents in such a short time. I want to thank Mr. Kalies for his service to our country and for being such a fine example to his family with his commitment to our country and his community. May you all cherish the difference he and your mother made in your lives.

Kathy

May 9, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Know that Uncle Allan is at peace and once again with Aunt Gloria and Donnie and Dad. Love to all! Sue Anhalt

Sue Anhalt

May 9, 2014

Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results

Make a Donation
in Allan Kalies's name

Memorial Events
for Allan Kalies

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Pielhop Wieting Funeral Home - Brillion

215 South Main Street, Brillion, WI 54110

How to support Allan's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Allan Kalies's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more