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Wayne Jansen Obituary
Wayne Harold Jansen, 68, De Pere, passed away unexpectedly at home in his sleep on Saturday, March 27, 2021. The son of James and Patricia (Driessen) Jansen was born on June 24, 1952.
Wayne graduated from Little Chute High School and spent his career as an electrician with Vos Electric. On November 19, 1988 he married the love of his life, Karen Summers. Together they raised their two boys, Shayne and Brent.
He enjoyed heading up north to Legend Lake and watching the Brewers and Packers. More than anything, he loved watching his boys play sports throughout the years.
Wayne is survived by his wife of over 30 years, Karen; his sons, Shayne and Brent (Elizabeth); sisters, Sandy (Jay) Van Thiel, Cheryl (Tom) McCarthy and Bev (Jerry) Romenesko.
He is further survived by Karen's family; Sandy Fitzgerald, Dick (Kim) Summers, Nancy (Jim Paape) Summers, Jan Van Den Heuvel, and Gary Janssen; as well as many nieces, nephews and other extended family members.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Patricia; parents-in- law Al and Dorothy (Bain) Summers; sister-in-law Mary Janssen; brother-in-law Tom Fitzgerald and other members of his extended family.
At Wayne's request, no formal funeral services will be held. A celebration of Wayne's life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established.
To extend online condolences to the Jansen family, please visit www.ryanfh.com.
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Karen
April 3, 2021
Wayne had such straight teeth and a beautiful smile, May Family and friends find love and comfort through this very sad time.
Bob Van De Hey
April 2, 2021
Was a classmate ,teammate and friend.He had an infectious smile and I enjoyed hanging with him throughtout high school. I will personally speak his name at his class reunion in August as we read aloud our lost classmates. He was a great friend to me. My sincerest sympathies to you all. Bob Van De Hey
Rose kasten
April 1, 2021
So sorry about Wayne,Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jim Gevers
April 1, 2021
Karen, we were surprised to hear of Wayne’s passing. These are the toughest of times to lose those we love.
Our sincerest sympathy goes out to you and your family.
Jim and Shirley Gevers
TOM DE RUYTER
March 31, 2021
KAREN I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT WAYNE. HE WAS AGREAT GUY ALWAYS LIKED TALKING WITH HIM. TOM DE RUYTER
String
March 31, 2021
Sorry to hear about Wayne. Many happy memories.
Dave Morz
March 31, 2021
Sorry to hear of Wayne passing I worked with him with Vos Electric some years back he was a great guy to work with and outside of work having some beers after work god bless Dave Morz Green Bay Wi.
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