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Claudia Vogel-Gray Obituary
Claudia Dell Vogel-Gray, age 82, of Appleton passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2013 at her home with her family by her side. She was born February 22, 1931 daughter of the late Arthur and Tess (Fries) Gerl in Black Creek, WI.
Claudia graduated from North High School in Sheboygan in 1950. In 1951 she graduated from the Cradle Hospital School of Evenston, IL.
Claudia worked at Theda Clark Hospital in the nursery, Wolfreds, Carlson's Closet, Westover House and volunteered at Memorial Park Arboritum Gardens Gift Shop and Community Clothes Closet.
She was married to James C. Vogel in 1951. On October 1, 1991, she was united in marriage to Allen Gray. He preceded her in death on December 7, 2006.
She is survived by her seven children: Vicky (Bill) Sherry, Three Lakes, WI; Steven (Casandra) Vogel, Castle Rock, CO; Chris Michael (Alicia) Vogel, San Antonio, TX; Connie (Al) Hesselink, Princeton, WI; Joseph Vogel, Anthony (Martha) Vogel and John (LuLu) Vogel, all of San Diego, CA; step-son, Robert (Earlene) Gray, Stratford, Prince Edward Island, Canada; 11 grandchildren: Jennifer, John, Jesse, Shawn, Gina, Jasmine, Alexandra, Jonathan, Makenzie, Mathew, Tristan; 1 great-grandchild, Noah; also survived by sisters: Audrey Johnson and Jean Lindahl.
Preceded in death by her parents Tess and Arthur Gerl, brother Arthur Gerl, husband James Vogel and husband Allen Gray.
Friends may call at Sacred Heart Church, 222 East Fremont Street, Appleton on Wednesday, August 7, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. until Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 a.m. with Father Rene Balbero officiating.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.muehlboettcher.com
Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Our loving mother left behind children who will miss her so very much along with many dear friends who blessed Claudia's life to the fullest. Claudia is now in heaven with Our Heavenly Father without any pain. Claudia's children are grateful to all of mom's friends and the caring doctors and people at ThedCare Hospice and the wonderful nurses and staff.
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DeeDee & Moni Taylor
August 6, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Sending loving thoughts & prayers.
Kareen Stelow
August 6, 2013
Claudia was a special friend with all of us who worked at Westover House, when it opened and long after it closed. We all bonded well. Caudia always felt there was "good" in everyone. She will always be in my heart as a very special friend.
Sue Wittmann
August 2, 2013
Connie and family, your mother was a kind, wonderful lady who touch many peoples hearts. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jenifer Richart
July 29, 2013
What a dear, dear friend and neighbor. She had such a sweet and giving heart. I will miss your Mom so very much.
Betty Thompson
July 29, 2013
Claudia and I were best friends at the Cradle during our training. I am sorry she is no longer with us.
Carole King
July 26, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandy Goss
July 26, 2013
Claudia was a sweetheart. I knew her as a volunteer at the Community Clothes Closet. A classy lady will be missed.
Diane Bishop
July 26, 2013
The world has lost a truly loving spirit. Claudia will be great missed by the staff and volunteers at the Community Clothes Closet.
Lori O'Brien-Smith
July 26, 2013
Steve, Mike and your families. I'm sorry to hear about your mom's passing. She was a good sport when we peppered your lawn with too many pink plastic flamingos!
Kris Kringel-Weber
July 26, 2013
I have the fondest of memories of living next to the Vogel's on Carver Lane, my deepest sympathy to all.
Jayne Dorn
July 26, 2013
Connie and family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Will keep you all in my prayers.
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