David J. Gatz

David Gatz, age 76 of Kaukauna passed away December 11, 2010, at his home, with his family by his side. He was born in Appleton on December 8, 1934, son of the late Arthur and Elda Lettau Gatz. He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church, a graduate of Kaukauna High School and attended school in Stevens Point. He proudly enlisted in the U.S. Army, stationed in Korea. Dave married Rita Kilgas on February 14, 1969 on Valentine's Day. He retired from Miller Electric. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and loved spending time with his family. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign War Post 3319 and served as the Post Commander. He is survived by his wife Rita and six children; Tracy Gatz Shane Froseth, children Logan and Joel; Becky Gatz Steve Everts, children Shaun, Erika, Taylor, and Mason; Dan Sharon Schumann, children Travis, Alyssa, Chelsey, Clare, Brady, Kearsten; Brian Julie Schumann, children Jamie, B.J. and Amber Schumann Boehnlein; Tom Kathy Schumann, children Mandy Schumann Luke Ruys, Lacey, Cole, Chloe, Brooke, Devan, Kyle, and Justin; Debi Schumann Robert Williamsen, children Jessie, Alexandra, Sami, and Charlie. 2 great-grandchildren, Tristin and Kendra Ruys; a sister: MaryAnn William Falk of Green Bay; a brother William Rebecca Gatz of Clementon, New Jersey; and brother-in-law, Keith Ploetz of Appleton. He is also survived by Rita's family: Joan Francis Gerow; Dave Fran Kilgas; Dale Kilgas; Margaret Kilgas and Wayne Rewey. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother John, and sister Joanne Ploetz; Rita's parents Agnes and Norbert Kilgas; Don Kilgas; Mary Ellen Rewey; and Helen Kilgas. The Christian Memorial for Dave will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, December 16, 2010 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kaukauna at 804 Grignon Street, Kaukauna, with Pastor Schultz officiating. Interment will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in Kaukauna. A time of visitation will be held on Thursday from 10:00 AM until the time of services at the church. The family would like to offer their appreciation to Pastor Schultz of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church for their spiritual support, his physician – Dr. Jack Meyer and Affinity Hospice staff, especially Rachel and Gina. Your support and kindness during this time has been greatly appreciated. Fargo Funeral Home 400 W. Wisconsin Avenue Kaukauna, WI 54130 920-766-6200