Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1925
DIED
2011
FUNERAL HOME
Harold Hodorff Obituary
He was born on Feb. 19, 1925, the son of John and Esther (Dennert) Hodorff.
He married Geraldine "Jo" Rozek on Aug. 20, 1947, at Tabor United Methodist Church in Eden. They farmed together in the town of Osceola until retirement. Jo preceded him in death on Oct. 16, 1995.
Harold married Arlene Grahl Bengel on Oct. 24, 1998. Arlene preceded him in death on May 14, 2011.
He was a life-long member of Tabor United Methodist Church; a Sunday School Teacher; 4-H Woodworking Leader; and Hospice Volunteer.
Harold was recognized for numerous honors, including Fond du Lac County Outstanding Senior Citizen in 1994; and Lion's Club honoree in 1996. In 1989, Harold made a commercial for Dekalb-Pfizer. In the summer of 2011, Harold and the Hodorff family were honored for their ownership of a Century Farm in the state of Wisconsin at the Wisconsin State Fair.
Harold's personal philosophy was to do everything for the glory of God. He was an outstanding Christian example in the community. Harold was known for being a helpful and caring neighbor in the farming community. He thoroughly enjoyed discussing farming with anyone he met.
Harold believed his family was a gift from God, and family was his priority throughout his life. He was "Grandpa Harold" to more than his own grandchildren. Harold and Jo became foster parents to Kim and Karen in 1972.
Harold is survived by his six daughters: Linda (Mike) Schaalma of Oshkosh, Janet (William) Soyk of Eden, Joan Howard of Buford, Ga., Phyllis (Les) Fryman of Rosendale, Karen Fryman of Fond du Lac, and Kim (Dan) Arthurs of Fond du Lac; his three sons: Douglas (Linda) of Eden, Dwight (Jeanne) of Glenbeulah and Jonathan (Wendy) of Taylorsville, Ga.; four stepchildren: Barb (Tim) Kottke of Lamartine, Jeff (Dawn) Bengel of Campbellsport, Melissa Bengel of Kiel and Tess (Jesse) Birschbach of Eden; 21 grandchildren: Rebeka (Nathan) Miller, Aaron Schaalma, Zachary (Mandy) Schaalma, Erica Soyk, Matthew (Ap- ril) Soyk, Corey (Tammy) Hodorff, Kristel (Tim) Guelig, Clint (Erin) Ho- dorff, Alyssa (Humberto) Silva, Jason Fryman (Bryanna Becker), Jodi Fryman (Chris Slager), Benjamin Fryman, Brooke (Quentin) Stenroos, Kyle Arthurs, Eron (Trent) Hulsey, Katie (Daniel) Weathers, Sydney Hodorff, Jason (Melissa) Landrath, Chad Burmeister, Greg (Mindy) Hodorff and Jacob Hodorff; 13 step-grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and his surviving siblings: Mildred Guell, Bernice Miller, John Hodorff and Ruth Burmeister.
Along with his wives, Harold was preceded in death by one grandson: Kirk Hodorff; one great-grandson: Alonso Silva; and his siblings: Lydia Germanotta, Merlin Hodorff, Earl Hodorff and Hubert Hodorff.
In lieu of flowers, Harold's family requests donations be made to the Gideon organization; or the local Salvation Army.
SERVICES: Funeral services will be held Friday, Oct. 7, at 2 p.m., at Tabor United Methodist Church, N4224 Church Rd., Eden. The Rev. Jim Droste will officiate.
Burial will follow in Ledgeview Memorial Park in Fond du Lac.
VISITATION: Visitation will be held on Friday, Oct. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the church.
Twohig Funeral Home, Campbellsport, is serving the family, with online guestbook and condolences at www.
twohigfunerals.com.
The Reporter
Fond du Lac, Wis.
Oct. 6, 2011
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Harold Hodorff
John Pagel
October 10, 2011
Very sorry to hear of your loss,our sympathy to the entire family. It is a time to reflect and rejoice in Harold's life and what he has taught you, and he will always be a part of you. Our deepest sympathy John and Carole Pagel
October 8, 2011
We give yous our sympathy. I used to pick up your millk. Tony & Lilly Baus
Don and Eileen Stoffel
October 8, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Margaret Dake
October 7, 2011
May you find comfort and peace at this time.
October 7, 2011
My condolences to the Hodorff family. We have lost a great neightbor, farmer and Christian friend. My parents, Royal & Aleita Soyk,(also have passed away) would of been deeply saddened at his passing! May Jesus comfort you all and give you peace in the coming days and months. Maureen (Soyk) Abler and family.
October 6, 2011
My deepest sympathies to the Hodorf family now in this their time of mourning. One of my best friends is his daughter, Joan. She is one of the most 'down to earth' people I know, she often spoke that came from her father. Thank you Harold for the strong, kind people you brought to this world. Jerri Sue Nichols, Alpharetta, GA
October 6, 2011
While I lived in Campbellsport, I always sat behind Harold in church. He truly was a wonderful, caring person. I know you will all miss him. My deepest sympathy to the Hodorff family.
Jane Heinemann, Santa Rosa, CA
October 6, 2011
May your memories sustain you through these difficult times and beyond. Harold was an example of how truly God works through all of us. While his work on earth is done he will continue to serve God beyond and best of all he is with Jo.
Shirley Gillard
October 6, 2011
My condolences to the Hodorf family. My late husband and I enjoyed having Harold and his late wife as neighbors. a kind,loving Christian couple. God Bless.
Shirley Gillard
Jim Vollmer
October 6, 2011
Deepest sympathy to the family. I enjoyed many conversations with Harold over the 25 years I lived in the neighborhood, and even after I moved away, upon return visits, especially when Arlene was a resident at All About Life.
He was an outstanding neighbor, and a good, kind, pleasant man.
I will miss him.
October 6, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the Hodorff family. May you find peace and comfort from family and friends.
Love,
The Birschbachs
Jesse, Tess, Marcus and Logan
Showing 1 - 11 of 11 results
Make a Donation
in Harold Hodorff's name
Memorial Events
for Harold Hodorff
Funeral services provided by:
Twohig Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Campbellsport109 West Main Street P.O. Box 710, Campbellsport, WI 53010
How to support Harold's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Harold Hodorff's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
