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Marvin Peppler Obituary

Peppler, Marvin R.

Marvin R. Peppler, 87, of Oshkosh , died on Sunday, May 12, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 4, 1925 in Oshkosh the son of George and Lydia Meyer Peppler. Marv married Audrey Sullivan on May 17, 1946 in Oshkosh .

Marvin had been a patrol officer for 14 years and then the Sheriff of Winnebago County for 16 years. He was a member of Emmanuel United Church of Christ, American Legion Post 70, V. F. W. Post 1908, and Elks Lodge 292. He was a WWII Navy veteran.

Marvin was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.

Surviving are his wife, Audrey of Oshkosh; daughters, Cheryl Peppler and Sandra Folske both of Oshkosh; grandchildren, Scott Goerlitz of Oshkosh, Tami (Luis) Ojeda of Bradenton, FL, Heather (Joseph) Kotloski of Oshkosh, Corey (Cindy) Folske of Oshkosh; great grandchildren, Madi and Chloe Ojeda, Claire Goerlitz, Izabel and Ilaina Kotloski, Cailey Folske; brothers, Duane (Lauralee) Peppler, Charles (Vivian) Peppler, James (Jean) Peppler all of Oshkosh; brothers-in-law, Bernie Sullivan, Brett and Terry Hedtke; sisters-in-law Carol Kluth and Marlene Reisler. Marvin was also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceding Marvin in death are his parents; infant brother, Duane; brother, Nathan; sister-in-law, Betty; mother and father-in-law Hazel and Norman Hedtke; father-in-law George Sullivan.

A memorial service will be on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. at Emmanuel United Church of Christ ( 1306 Michigan St ) with Rev, Andi Wolf officiating. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to the service time. Inurnment will be in Lake View Memorial Park.

Marvin's family would like to thank the staff at Mercy Medical Center , Affinity Hospice Nurses and Dr. Karen Gremminger for all of their kind and compassionate care. We would also like to thank all of our family and friends for your love and support.



Published by Oshkosh Northwestern on May 14, 2013.
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Audrey,Cheri,Sandy & family, Just heard of Marvs's passing! I have many wonderful memories of him & you all! Your all in my thoughts & prayers! Love Ardele Brooks,Sun City,Az.

May 29, 2013

Dear Sandy and family sorry to hear of your loss. Your parents have ben so important to you and your sister I cant imagine the loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Carla Ader

Carla Ader

May 17, 2013

There are no words of comfort at a time like this in ones life, especially in loss of a loved one. The Sacred Circle of life continues with our younger generations as we teach them from our grandparents/uncles etc.Remember this great man his kindness and teachings in our memories and hearts as we carry on his traditions until we meet again for his spirit lives on in each and everyone of you as he gave a special part of hisself.
May Creator give you all solice and peace as you adjust as your loved ones passes over.Creator Bless You All.

Larry and Dave Poeschl's
Sister, daughter (who recently moved to Wi. from NY.

Wendy Mitchell

May 17, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to Audry, Cheryl, Sandy, all the grand kids and great grand kids.All my love to all of you and uncle Marv you will be missed. love always Debbie Peppler

May 16, 2013

I will miss seeing your smiling face at the Peppler get togethers, thinking of the Peppler families

Kim Gruse

May 16, 2013

So sorry to hear about your loss. please accept our condolences. Ken & Lou Gocha

May 16, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have many great memories from throughout the years.

Pat Goerlitz Miller and Family

May 15, 2013

Dear Peppler Family,
What fond memories I have growing up watching the friendship between Marv and my Dad Berwin Jordan. The pride he displayed in his position in the community,his kindness towards others, and his smile, I am sure will be remembered by all that knew him.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our hearts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Jory Jordan Jovaag
Pleasanton, CA

May 15, 2013

HE WAS A GREAT SHERIFF

STEVE BLEDSOE

May 15, 2013

We Love You So Much Grandpa!!! You Are Missed So Much Already But you will Always Have A Special Place In our hearts!! Thank You For All Of The Wonderful Memories.

Heather Kotloski

May 15, 2013

Thank you Marv for being so a good friend and fellow officer with my Dad Berwin (Jake) and for all the help you gave my Mom Dee when Dad passed away. We pray that God will comfort and bless the Peppler family and keep the miracle of Easter in your hearts.

Our sympathy and blessings,

Jeff & Linda Jordan
San Diego, CA

May 15, 2013

I am sorry to hear of your loss. My parents were good friends and they had many good times over the years. I will always fondly remember Sheriff Peppler. My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

Jane Luedeke

May 14, 2013

Thanks for your service to Winnebago County. RIP to a very good man.

May 14, 2013

Remember snowmobiling and alot of other memories. All good memories. Sympathies to the family.
Don Davies

Don Davies

May 14, 2013

R.I.P Uncle Marv We will miss you,but you will forever be in our hearts.

Mike&Alice Peppler

May 14, 2013

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