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1933
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2021
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JAMES ERDMANN Obituary
James W. Erdmann, age 87, died peacefully on Monday, February 15, 2021, at The Landings of Kaukauna Memory Care. He was born July 30, 1933 in Sherwood, WI, son of the late William and Meta (Parpart) Erdmann.
Jim graduated from Kaukauna High School and then served his Country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict from 1953-1955. He married Betty Drace on December 30, 1968. She preceded him in death in 2005.
Jim worked for the Milwaukee Road Railway from 1952 until retiring in 1998. He also enjoyed being a part-time farmer. His passions were hunting, horses, mules and his farm. Jim was a 67-year member of the American Legion Post 496 of Sherwood and a life-member of the Broken Wheel Riding Club of Appleton.
Jim was a member of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Sherwood for many years.
Survivors include his nieces and nephews: Richard (Gayle) Kuzenski, Thomas (Linda) Kuzenski, Gerald Kuzenski, Judy (Bruce) Brahe, Linda (Arty) Brody, Ruth Erdmann, Janet (Joe) Tworkowski, William (Muriel) Erdmann and Leslie Erdmann.
Jim was preceded in death by his siblings: Clarence (Marie) Erdmann, William (Ruth) Erdmann Jr., Awanda (Lester) Kuzenski; and a nephew, Donald (Ruth) Kuzenski.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Jim at a later date. Interment will be in Portland Cemetery in Chilton.
The family would like to thank the staff of the Landings of Kaukauna and Compassus Hospice for the kindness they showed Jim.
Memories and Condolences
for JAMES ERDMANN
Stacy
February 25, 2021
What a beautiful soul ! I enjoyed talking to him as much as he did with me his stories about farming and being in the Army . He had a smile that could light up the room ! I so missed seeing him daily when I left my position there may you be in Gods heavenly arms my friend until we meet again !
Dick Kuzenski
February 24, 2021
Jim was my mother's younger brother, but being 13 years older than me, like my older brother. He taught me how to shoot a 22 and hunt rabbits. He taught me how to drive that Farmall A, so I could help with haying. He tried to teach me to milk cows (never did). Most of all he was family. He was there for birthdays, weddings, deer hunting or playing sheepshead. I regret that as I got older and life took me in other directions, I did not get to spend a lot of time together. I am glad that I could help him the past 3 1/2 years, when dementia overtook him. I would like to thank the people at The Landings of Kaukauna, the nurses at Compassus and Bluestone for all their kindness.
Al O'Bright
February 22, 2021
Thanks Jim, for allowing me the privilege during my high school years of working your farm during the summer, tagging along on a number of mostly unsuccessful autumn deer hunting parties, and just hanging out at the farm for dinner. You and Betty are missed.
Charleen (Char) Steenis
February 22, 2021
Fond memories of Jim (& Betty) from the years that our daughter, Laurie Steenis, was involved with the Broken Wheel Riding Club. A very pleasant smiling man! May your memories of happy times be foremost in your mind as you miss Jim. God bless!
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Val Neuman
February 22, 2021
Jim was a wonderful steward for the Village of Sherwood. He loved the community, and the people in it. He was a devout member of the American Legion Post 496 when I worked for the Village Office - he took pride in being the group's liaison with their ongoing functions and outreach efforts with the Village. He always had a smile on his face and had a can-do attitude. He will surely be missed.
Toni Reh
February 20, 2021
Jim was a neighbor of my family growing up in Sherwood. He and Betty were wonderful people. May Jim and Betty rest in peace on the farm in the sky.
Deborah Collins
February 17, 2021
Jim was one of the nicest people I've ever had the privilege of knowing. I know he will be very missed by his family and friends! Please accept my deep condolences!
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