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F. Eckley Obituary

Eckley, F. Peter

F. Peter Eckley, age 80, a resident of Northland Lodge, Two Rivers, died peacefully on Monday morning, February 25, 2013.

F. Peter was born August 2, 1932, in Two Rivers, son of the late Arthur and Gretchen (Neumann) Eckley. Peter attended Washington Elementary School and graduated from Washington High School with the class of 1950. He served in the U.S. Army from November 5, 1952 until November 4, 1954. On August 7, 1955, Peter married Lois M. Meissner, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Mishicot. Their marriage was blessed with 6 children. Peter was employed with the Two Rivers Police Department for 28 years, retiring as a sergeant in 1987.

Survivors include his wife: Lois Eckley, Two Rivers; his children: Linda Radder, Shorewood, Peggy (Riley) Westphal, Fond du Lac, Steve (Jean) Eckley, Two Rivers, Mary (Doug) Demrow, Footville, Sarah Binversie, Whitelaw, Michael (Amy) Eckley, Manitowoc; his grandchildren: Adam Schroeder, Ryan (Nora) Westphal, Greta (Rev. Dave) Backus, William Westphal, Emily Eckley, Megan Demrow, Brad, Phil, Brock and Drew Binversie, Nathan and Jordan Eckley; and his great grandchildren: Jaxson Schroeder, Michael and Elizabeth Westphal. He is further survived by a brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Dale and Karmen Meissner, along with other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 1, 2013, at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 17th & E. Park St., Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. David Arndt with burial to follow in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. Military honors will be accorded immediately following the services by members of American Legion Post #165 and V.F.W. Post #1248 of Two Rivers.

The family will greet relatives and friends at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, on Thursday, February 28, 2013, from 4 until 7 p.m. Visitation will continue at the church on Friday morning from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m.

Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.

Published by Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter on Feb. 27, 2013.
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To Mrs. Eckley and Family,
I have wonderful memories of Mr. Eckley. You were all blesses to have such a great dad and husband. I will never forget his kindness and all the memories of the family . My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Neighborhood Freind,
Jane (Waskow) McGee

Jane McGee

March 3, 2013

My dear friend Linda, I am so sorry for your loss but hope you can find peace and comfort in knowing your father lived a great life and is surrounded with the love of his family.

Pam Dodd-Lippert

March 1, 2013

May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of Peter. Know that he is now continuing to watch over his family and smiling down on all of you.

Julie Havlichek Zielinski

March 1, 2013

Hello Mary, family, and friends,
As folks leave this world, they live on in us. We lock away the best parts of them in our hearts. We then share those parts of our loved ones with the folks that share our lives. This is my belief. I am sorry for your loss. Mike Ginter-3rd grade teacher at Madison Elementary in Janesville WI

Mike Ginter

March 1, 2013

The Lord bless you all at this time. I remember Pete when I was in high school with Linda. I always loved the sweet burley guy.

Missy Streubel

February 28, 2013

Officer Eckley was one of the few cops that would help if you needed it,always a good man and fair,sorry to hear he is gone,former Two Rivers resident.

Shirley Rousse-Bradley

February 28, 2013

To the Eckley family;
I was always impressed with this family man while I taught ar Manitowoc Luth. High. He was always around for school functions whenever his schedule permitted, and he brought his great personality and big smile with him. And as I was privileged to teach William and Greta in Weyauwega, I was happy to see Grandpa and Grandma Eckley at Kindergarten Grandparents' Days.In these latter years, he made the best of difficult times. And now he's free of pain and trials, safe at home with Jesus. May the Lord comfort you in knowing that there will be a great reunion in the presence of the Lamb.
God bless you all.
Marietta (Meyer) Paap

Marietta Paap

February 28, 2013

Lois and family, Please accept our sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Glenn and Beverly Shambeau, Florida

February 28, 2013

Deepest sympathy to the Eckley family a man like Peter can not be replaced. Menories live on

Jim&Judy Janda

February 28, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Eckley family in the loss of a great man. I have always had the highest respect for Officer Eckley. He was truly my friend.
Rejoice knowing that Pete is celebrating with Jesus in Heaven.

Bob Schmeichel

February 28, 2013

My deepest sympathy goes out to you Peggy and your family for the loss of dad. Have many good memories of him through the years. Celebrate those memories and his life.

Sue Schneider

February 28, 2013

The Eckley Family: I will never forget the kindness shown my sister, Diane, when Pete was a patrolman. Diane had followed Mom to the store, but Mom turned right, and sister turned left. Mom panicked when she got home and no Diane! She called the TRPD, and the dispatcher assured Pete would bring her right home. Diane was sitting in the front seat eating an ice cream cone and having the time of her life riding in a police car. Bless his big heart.
With most heartfelt sincerity,

Michael Hirvela

February 28, 2013

Lois and Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Pete was as straight up a guy you could ever know. Many fond memories, hang on to them as his legacy lives on. With sympathy, Frank and Chris Bauknecht

Frank Bauknecht

February 27, 2013

Mrs.Eckley & Family, I have such great memories growing up of Mr. Eckley. I am so thankful that he was part of my life while I was growing up in Two Rivers. Those are special times that I will always cherish. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Teri Heckethorn (Streubel)

February 27, 2013

To the Eckley family, So sad to see your husband, father and grandfather passed away. I've had a high respect for him for so many years. I remember the first time I addressed him as Mr. Eckley and he made it a point to let me know that that was his father and he is "Pete". I pray that the Lord will comfort you during this most difficult time, knowing that he is now where we all hope to be someday.

Todd K. Hermann

February 27, 2013

Steve,

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Jeff & Mary Bowman

February 27, 2013

Dear Mary, Mrs. Eckley, Steve, Sarah, Mike, Peggy, Linda, and families, I remember each of you so fondly, and the happy times I had visiting your home (sometimes riding the bus home w/you Mary from MLHS to TR.) I had great respect for your dad. He and your mom raised a wonderful family. I am praying for you during this time of loss and know you are comforted that your dad/husband/grandfather is rejoicing in heaven!

Kristin (Indestad) Brockett

February 27, 2013

You are in my thoughts and Prayers.

Mary Ann Mitzenheim(Kuhl)

February 27, 2013

Dear Steve, Jean & Emily, Our deepest condolences to your family for your loss. May God grant you his comfort through this difficult time.

Jeff & Laura Voeltz& Family

February 27, 2013

To Lois and Family,
My deepest sympathy is extended to you and your family. Pete and I worked together for ten years on the TRPD. I have many fond memories of him and an even greater respect for the person he was.
Your Old Backyard Neighbor,

Paul Fronek

February 27, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Jenny Lasee and Bertha Smith

February 27, 2013

Lois and family,
Our sympathy goes out to you at your time of loss. I always enjoyed the good times we had out on the Lake fishing off the Ladybug. You will be missed but our good memories live on.
Jim & Alberta Chaloupka

James Chaloupka

February 27, 2013

To the Eckley Family our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Your father left many memorable impressions on everybody he met.

Jeff and Mary Cisler

February 27, 2013

To Lois and the Eckley family, You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. We loved having your Dad patrol after the football games at Washington High and other activities. He was always fair but firm with the teenagers. When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure.

Sharon & Karen Bauknecht

February 27, 2013

Dear Steve, Jean & Emily,Wishing you our deepest sympathy of the loss of your Dad Steve. It is never easy for the ones that are left behind but always a blessing to know that they are in the best place of all.
Sincerely Jean & Jon Schwalbe & family

Jean Schwalbe

February 27, 2013

Steve, Jean, and Emily, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Joan Klein

Joan Klein

February 27, 2013

Always enjoyed waiting on Pete and his wife with Wayne and Kay Sanville when they would come to Kurtz's for lunch

Alison Havel ( Wolf )

February 27, 2013

I remember Peter Eckley from my high school years and I am very saddened to hear of his passing. He was a well known person in Two Rivers and I wish his family well.

Ronele sousek

February 27, 2013

May God give you strength at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cory and Peggy Brandalise

February 27, 2013

Sarah, Mike, and Amy-
Pete and my dad worked together on the force in TR. He was always a fine cop and a good man. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family.
God Bless you and heal your grief with the wonderful memories you will always have in your hearts.

Kelly (Kolanczyk)Schleis

February 27, 2013

To the Eckley family:
May God comfort you on the passing of your husband,father, and grandfather. I have so many fond memories of your dad. Tom & Lori Garceau

February 27, 2013

I worked with Pete for about 12 years on the TR police department. Pete was a good friend. He trained me when I was hired. I spoke with Pete last summer at the Lighthouse Inn at the officers monthly breakfast meeting. We had a lot fun together and he will be missed.

Jerry Duvall

February 27, 2013

Very sorry for your loss. My condolences to the entire family.

Jeremy Peterson

February 27, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. John and Carol Grumann

February 27, 2013

Our love and prayers to you Lois and your family.

sharon roehl

February 27, 2013

Mary,
I am so sorry to hear about your father's passing. You have been in my prayers. - Tracy

Tracy Ladick

February 27, 2013

Over the years I did work with Peter on a few instances. I found him to be very professional and truly a good person. very sorry for your loss.

Ken Petersen

February 27, 2013

My prayers are with you all at this time of loss. Pete did a lot to teach me how to be a cop and got my career off to a great start. I have often thought of some of those lessons over the years. He help train a bunch of us new guys over the years.

Kevin Holland

February 27, 2013

My good friend Peter Skipper of the Joly Eight from the Skipper of the Sweet Bippi may you have smooth sailing and following seas the Lord be with you. Sympathy to the Eckley family The Streubel Family

February 27, 2013

Lois and family you have my sympathy, and hoping you remember me, my prayer is God gives you the courage to go forward.
Sincerely
Hazel Reis

February 27, 2013

Steve, Jean and Emily, We want to express our moost heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your father.

Paul, Lisa and Family

Paul Schermetzler

February 27, 2013

Tenderly may God's love heal your sorrow Gently may the prayers of friends ease your hurting Safely may God's peace replace your heartache with warm and loving memories. Our deepest sympathy to the Eckley family.

lan and Darlene Luchterhand and Craig Cheri Hagenow and Devin

February 27, 2013

Lois and family, My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you for the loss of Pete. Have many good memories of him through the years.

Tim Schwake

February 27, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Our deepest sympathy.
Al and Kelly (Bialek) Tonini

February 27, 2013

Our deepest sympathy from our family to yours. From a young child, I always had the deepest respect for your husband, father and grandfather whether he was working at the Police Dept with our mother or whenever I would see him at Church. He was a devoted Christian in my eyes.

Wendy Hunt (Gulseth)

February 27, 2013

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