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BORN
1926
DIED
2016
FUNERAL HOME
606 North Oneida St.
Appleton, Wisconsin
Richard Bretl Obituary
Richard is survived by his children: Marie Lee Bretl, Bradenton, FL; Thomas C. Bretl, Appleton; Sue Ann Copeland, Orlando, FL and Larry J. (Connie) Bretl, New London, WI; Grandchildren: Richard T. Bretl, Appleton, Rhea Hogden (Erik) Ettrick, WI., Jason (Amber) Copeland, Orlando, FL., Anna (Nasur) Wolfgramm), Orlando, FL., Amanda (Kyle) Laedtke, Oshkosh, WI and Amber Bretl, Minneapolis, MN.; Great-grandchildren: Kalani Wolfgramm, Reef Wolfgramm, Bailey Copeland, Katelyn Hogden, Aubrey Hogden, Paige Laedtke and Claire Laedtke; Sisters-in-law: Christine O'Brien and Marlene Bretl and many nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents Clarence and Viola Bretl, Richard was preceded in death by his wife Elizabeth , son Richard C. Bretl, sister Arliss and brother-in-Law, Philip Spychalla, Wausau, WI., brother Michael Bretl, FL., Brother-in -Law Robert O'Brien, Arizona and Son-in-Law Douglas J Copeland, FL.
The Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Thursday, August 25, 2016 at St. Edwards Catholic Church, Mackville, WI with Father Walter Stumpf officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery immediately following mass with military honors. Family and friends may call at the church from 9:00 am to 11:00 am on August 25, 2016. A memorial fund is being established.
The family would like to thank his homecare givers and the staff at the Wisconsin Veteran's Home at King, with a special thank you to Barb Kohanski.
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Bob and Mary Sanderfoot
August 22, 2016
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad.he was a special guy and we have many fond memories of him at the family parties at the farm and cottage. All of those great memories will help you through the loss your family is feeling. Keeping you in our prayers
Baarbara Brown
August 21, 2016
Jimmie and I are saddened to hear of your dad's passing. Marie wish we could be with you.
You and your family have been in my life many years.
Stay strong and our prayers are with you and your
loved once.
Love to all,
Barbara and Jimmie Brown
Craig and Pat Hauser
August 21, 2016
We are very sorry to hear about Dick passing. Our sincere condolences to all of you. Craig and I wish we were there with you at this time. We have lots of wonderful memories of spending time at the cottage and get togethers.
Bonnie Osborne
August 21, 2016
Marie and family. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I know you have many fond memories of him. Watching your family video, I could see he was extremely fun and a caring father. He will be sorely missed by all.
My sympathy to the entire family.
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