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Duane Schuler Obituary
St. Nazianz - Duane H. Schuler, age 67, a St. Nazianz resident, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Duane was born on February 25, 1952 in Sheboygan, WI, son of the late Theodore and Louise (Basler) Schuler. He was a graduate of St. Gregory Catholic Parochial School and later a graduate of the Seminary/JFK Prep of St. Nazianz. On May 5, 2001 he married the former Diane Leschke at St. Gregory Catholic Church, St. Nazianz. Duane was the Road Superintendent for the Town of Eaton for 38 years. He also worked as a grader and heavy equipment operator for Scott Construction, Evenson Construction, Hein Reclamation and Construction as well as many other municipalities. Duane was a woodsman in every sense of the word. He started Tannenbaum Acres Christmas Tree Farm in 1985 and the business is still thriving today. Duane loved spending time in the woods as well as spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was a kind and hardworking man that will be missed dearly.
Survivors include his wife: Diane Schuler, St. Nazianz; one son and daughter-in-law: Bradley and Tatum Schuler, Kiel; two daughters and sons-in-law: Leah and Travis Gierke, Kiel, Natalie and Ryan Seib, Madison; eight grandchildren: Morgan and Grayson Schuler, Eva, Sawyer, Macie and Kalie Gierke, Nathan and Alitheia Seib; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Dale and Betty Schuler, St. Nazianz, Roy and Sharon Schuler, St. Nazianz; one sister and brother-in-law: Diane and Jim Lutz, Denamrk; his mother-in-law: Elaine Leschke, Newton; three brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law: Ron and Sue Leschke, Manitowoc; Jeff Leschke, Newton, Dean and Eileen Leschke, Newton; his best friend: Holly (his German Shepherd); and the mother of his children: Mary Floyd. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by one brother and two sisters-in-law: Roger and Kathy Schuler, and Phyllis Leschke.
Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 p.m. (NOON) on Friday, March 29, 2019 at St. Gregory Catholic Church, St. Nazianz, with burial to follow at St. Gregory Catholic Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday, March 28, 2019 at St. Gregory Catholic Church, St. Nazianz from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The visitation will continue on Friday morning, March 29, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. at church.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
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Randy Jonas
April 13, 2019
Sympathy & Condolences to Duane's family. Will always remember my classmates from the '66-'68 years of the Class of '70 at S.S./JFK Prep. Rest in Peace, old friend ... You were one of the all-time good guys !
Dorothy Grossheim
March 27, 2019
Words cannot express my sorrow for your loss. Praying for you and your family
Catherine Schwoerer
March 27, 2019
Dear Diane and family,
Jyst heard the sad news of your loss. Duane was a good hardworking man who would help anyone. Sending hugs to you and your family!
John and Cathy Schwoerer
nan oswald
March 26, 2019
Oh my...your beautiful and perfect GENTLEman Duane. Cannot believe this Diane. Just heard from a School Hill acquaintance. You had the best and he was all yours my sweet friend. He will never ever leave your shoulder. Sending my love to your family. See you very soon. God please protect those that are left behind to carry on his love, patience, tolerance and respect of life. Peace to you.
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cousin kathie & dave tienor
March 26, 2019
Diane, children and grands and Mary, what a wonderful life he lived. You all have our sympathy and prayers.
RoseAnn Koehler
March 26, 2019
Diane,
I am so sorry for your lose. Your family are in my prayers.
March 26, 2019
Our Deepest Sympathy! Outstanding Cousin!
Jerry and Joan Bogenschuetz
Ellie Matczynski
March 26, 2019
Diane,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I hope that beautiful memories outlast the pain of your grief.
March 26, 2019
Our profound sympathies Diane to you and your family. JoAnn and Steve Kellermann
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