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Faye Challoner Obituary

Challoner, Faye Marmes

Faye Marmes Challoner, 79, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Appleton. She was born in Oshkosh, Wisconsin on May 26, 1934, the daughter of Loretta Walther Brink and Edgar H. Brink. Faye grew up in Oshkosh and graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1952. She married George William Challoner on January 22, 1955. Faye and George lived most of their married life on Adella Beach in Neenah. Faye was a Room Mother for both of her children and a Girl Scout Leader at Lakeview School in Neenah for ten years. She was a volunteer at Pleasant Acres, Winnebago, Wisconsin for six years. In 1992, she received the Fox River Valley Community Service Award for volunteering. Faye was a nurse and when she retired, she and George moved to Sun City Center, Florida before returning to reside in Appleton, Wisconsin.

Faye is survived by her husband, George William; a son, George Steven of Tampa, Florida; a daughter, Laura Challoner and son-in-law William Hue, of Johnson Creek, WI. She is also survived by a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Myra and William Manser, of Oshkosh, Wisconsin and nieces, nephews, great nephews and cousins. Faye was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, mother-in-law, aunts, uncles, brother and sisters-in-law, and her kitty of 18 years, Chessie.

Faye loved to go perch fishing on Lake Winnebago with her husband George. She enjoyed her neighbors on Adella Beach Road, especially Julie and Dick Jacobsen and their daughters Aimee and Jeni. She also loved the out-of-doors, autumn days, oil painting, NASCAR racing, and studying Native American Indian Culture and Art. Faye loved and respected all animals, but especially the Gray Wolf. In closing, Faye says "I love you all" to her family and dear friends who were important in her life. Hugs and kisses to her nephew, Andrew Manser and friend, Jeff Rehfeldt, cousin, Roy Swisher and his wife Nancy, cousin, Susan Guenther; friends, Carmen and Robert Furman, who helped her and George after they moved back from Florida as well as Christine and Kim; who cared for her at Oakridge Gardens Nursing Home, and her roommate Lorraine Werth. Faye also wanted to acknowledge and thank her physicians Dr. Paul McAvoy and Dr. Hayan Yacoub. Finally, her family thanks the staff at Oakridge Gardens Nursing Home and St. Elizabeth Hospital.

In accordance with Faye's wishes, there will be no visitation or services after cremation.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Oshkosh Area Humane Society, 1925 Shelter Court, Oshkosh, WI 54901. Because of the deep love she had for them, Faye's family always came first.

Published by Appleton Post-Crescent on Feb. 7, 2014.
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So sorry for your loss.

Stacy Wirth, RN at OGNC

February 28, 2014

George and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Faye was an amazing woman with such a big heart. I have many great memories growing up with her next door. I am grateful I was able to reconnect with you both in her later years.
My thoughts and Prayers are with you all.

Jenny Welch

February 16, 2014

George and family- So sorry to hear about your loss. Faye was a part of many childhood memories and will be fondly remembered. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Aimee (Jacobsen) Meyer

February 13, 2014

Faye was a more than just a neighbor to my sister and I on Adella Beach in Neenah. She was like a third grandmother, full of love and kindness and gentleness. She will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to you, George.

Jenni Jacobsen

February 9, 2014

Dear George, Laura & Bill, and George
Thinking of all of you and the many memories we have of Faye, especially with the girls. She was a very special lady and she will be dearly missed.
Love,
Dick & Julie

February 9, 2014

what a great friend she was. i'll remember our visits and "art sessions"in florida and wis.my condolences Geo. Laura, Bill & George.dave plank

February 9, 2014

Challoner Family, I will long cherish the memories of this GREAT lady.....She was the best teacher in many respects....My thoughts and prayers for her family.....Micki McCoy

Micki McCoy

February 8, 2014

Dear George and family: So sad to read of Faye's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We have lots of good memories of you and Faye, especially at your lake home. We will miss her very much. May God give you peace, and strength. Love, Jerry and Jennie Benson

Jerry Benson

February 8, 2014

Dear George Sr., Laura and George,
Sorry to hear of Fayes passing, she was a wonderful woman, I have such fond memories of the years we spent together. Our heart felt prayers are with you and your families.

David and Dense Holz

February 8, 2014

Dear Geo &family. So sorry to read of Faye's Passing. I was so glad to meet her and u. We have been good FB buddies for a long time. She is now resting with the Lord in Heaven. PTL Love to u, Geo, and Laura. P.S. will visit later on FB.

Dorothy Gallinger

February 7, 2014

I am so sorry and always thought of Faye as my second mom. A great lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tom Van Handel

February 7, 2014

George and Challoner Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I was fortunate to meet Faye when she and your Dad visited you at Stout. She made the best cookies! She will always be watching over.
The Boyums

Patrick Boyum

February 7, 2014

George: Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family on your Mother passing away this week!

Matt Christian

February 7, 2014

Peace be with you all. God Bless!!!

June D

February 7, 2014

George, I'm so sorry to hear of Faye's passing. She was a very cool lady. My thoughts are with you & your family.

Clay Klassen

February 7, 2014

WeI knew Faye when our daughters were at Junior High at Neenah. She took good care of their colds and sniffles with good humor, smiles, and concern. She was a lovely lady. We pray for you all.
Dr. Robert, Helen Dedmon and "girls", Sharon, MaryDee and Susan

February 7, 2014

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