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James Splitgerber Obituary
James "Gerber" Splitgerber, 69, Silver Cliff, formerly of Green Bay, passed away, Friday, December 4, 2015, following a long illness. He was born on April 15, 1946, in Green Bay to Charles and Agnes (Schuman) Splitgerber.
After graduating from Green Bay Preble High School in 1964, James went to work for Schreiber Foods. He was drafted into the Army in November of 1965, and honorably discharged 2 years later. During his time in the service, he served as a Helicopter Crew Chief, stationed at Fort. Sam Houston, Texas. After his discharge, he returned to Schreiber Foods retiring in 2008, after a 44 year career.
James enjoyed the North woods so much that he moved to Silver Cliff with his fianceé, Yvonne Steel in 2008. He enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing and snowmobiling.
His is survived by his fiancée, Yvonne; a daughter, Denice (Kevin Gille) Splitgerber; his granddaughter Alexea Splitgerber; three sisters, Yvonne (James) Zimonick, Janice Oswald, Karen (Jack) Grant; two brothers, Roland "Bud" (Ruth) Splitgerber and Dennis (Judy) Splitgerber. He is further survived by Yvonne's children, Brian Steel, Ben (Sarah) Steel, Matt (Alisa) Steel; her grandchildren, Jason Heidorn, Maya Steel, Anderson Steel and Rowan Steel, and the Sterckx family. He is also survived by his ex-wife, Margaret "Muggs" Splitgerber, many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by two precious children, Laurie and Brian and his parents.
Friends may call at Proko-Wall Funeral Home, 1630 E Mason St., Wednesday, December 9, 2015, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Military Honors will conclude the services. Burial will be in Nicolet Memorial Garden Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.prokowall.com.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the dedicated doctors, nurses, and staff that cared for Jim at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee and the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain, MI. Special thanks also to his transplant coordinator at the VA, Kathi Wahoviak.
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for James Splitgerber
Bonnie Challis
December 17, 2015
Denice,
So sorry to hear that Jim passed. We had some fun times at work. My deepest and sincere condolences.
Lynn DeGroot
December 14, 2015
Karen and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. May the memories of him linger in your hearts/minds forever.
James Sell
December 10, 2015
My condolences to James family.
Ann Caflisch
December 9, 2015
Denice,
I give my condolences to your family. Sorry to hear this about your Dad.
Life is so Short, it seems like yesterday when I was working with you and Jim
Julie Rupiper
December 8, 2015
Sorry for your loss.
Kathy Wahoviak
December 8, 2015
Thank you for letting me take care of Jim for these past years. He fought a long battle with his illness and he will never be forgotten. Thru it all he was always a appreciative kind person and we thank him for his service here at the Oscar G. Johnson Medical Center. Thank you Yvonne for your dedicated caregiving. You did a wonderful job. God Bless.
Phyllis Hoogland
December 8, 2015
Extending my sympathy and prayers to you and your family. I wanted to come to the funeral, but will be out of town tomorrow. Hope to see you at our next breakfast.
Sue Popp
December 8, 2015
Deepest Sympathy for your loss.
SCOTT VANDENHEUVEL
December 8, 2015
LOT OF GREAT MEMORIES FROM NEWALD GERB. REST WELL.
Candy Van Rite
December 8, 2015
I love the picture!!! Gerber was a kind, good and funny man, he will truly be missed by many. My all the great memories you've shared together help ease the pain of your
loss. God Bless all!
Al Wery
December 7, 2015
My condolences to the relatives of Jim. My prayers will be with you at this time of sorrow. May God Bless you all!
Gary VandenHeuvel
December 7, 2015
My good friend Gerber will be greatly missed, we have been good friends since grade school and share many good memories, rest in peace my friend.
Robert Splitgerber
December 7, 2015
My condolences to the family.
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