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1954
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2011
Karen Drechsel Obituary
Karen is survived by her husband, Rick Drechsel; daughters, Tracy Drechsel, Lindsey (Dave Demmin) Drechsel and Carrie (Phil) Kussart; son, Jonathan (Stacey Martin) Drechsel; grandsons, Kyle Halvorson and Evan Kussart; parents, Leonard and Alice Moder; sister, Sharon Raymundo; brother, Rojer (Donna) Moder; parents-in-law, Gerald and Karen S. Drechsel and brother-in-law, Gary Drechsel. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
A celebration of Karen's life will be held at 11:30 am on Saturday, December 3, 2011 at PATHWAYS CHURCH, 311 W. Evergreen Drive, Appleton. Rev. David Brickey will be officiating. The family will receive relatives and friends from 9:30 am until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in her name.
The family would like to thank the staff at ThedaCare at Home Hospice for their kindness and compassion.
Wichmann
Funeral Home
537 N. Superior Street
Appleton 739-1231
Online condolences www.wichmannfargo.com
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Chris Piso
December 15, 2011
Dear Drechsel family,
You may not remember me. My family and I lived kitty corner from you when you lived on Commercial Street in Appleton.
I only learned of Karen's passing today and I was deeply saddened to hear the news.
Over the years Karen and my parents lost touch. Shortly after my dad was diagnosed with metastatic lung cancer Karen ran into him in a restaurant. The friendship picked up where it left off. Karen was there at the end with him and was the one who called to tell me of his passing. I am glad she was there with him.
I have no words to take your hurt away, but know that many people loved Karen and she will live on in the lives of those she touched.
Sincerely,
Chris Recker-Piso
Jean Reimann
December 7, 2011
Dear family of Karen,
You do not know me because we never met. However, Karen & I were in Bible Study together Tuesday Mornings at the Fox River Mall.
I would like to share comfort in "Life is but a stopping place".
Life is but a stopping place, a pause in what's to be, a resting place along the road to sweet eternity. We all have different journeys, different paths along the way. We all were meant to learn some things, but never meant to stay...
Our destination is a place far greater than we know. For some, the journey's quicker, for some, the journey's slow. And when the journey finally ends, we'll claim a great reward and find an everlasting peace, together with the Lord.
With Sympathy,
Ray & Jean Reimann
Shirlee (Warnke) Evans
December 6, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Remember Karen when you see the sunset
Nancy Breaker
December 6, 2011
Karen Harris
December 5, 2011
I made an online memorial for Karen that people can go to and visit once this one on the post crescent is not available anymore. The link is: http://karen-drechsel.gonetoosoon.org/memorial/
Light a candle and / or leave a tribute.
Karen Harris
December 5, 2011
I am heart broken to learn of Karen's passing. I knew Karen very well. When I was 11 years old and was living in Wisconsin... I first met Karen at the Menasha Library (back in 1990)... I walked up to the desk she worked at and I told her "You're Pretty." She wrote me a note back and said "Karen, you're prettier. -Karen". She always knew how to make people smile. My Heart goes out her family and other close friends. Karen will be sadly missed. I Love you Karen and I already miss you very much !
Nancy & Tom Breaker
December 4, 2011
Dear Rick and family,
We wish to express our deepest sympathy and love. Karen will be missed so much by us and everyone who knew her. We will miss her laughter and smile. Every time we see a beautiful sunset, we will be thinking of Karen. We had so many wonderful times together with the both of you. As life continues on, we know her spirit will be surrounding all of us for she will always be in our hearts.
Love Nancy and Tom Breaker
Janet O'Bre
December 3, 2011
I am very sorry for your loss. I use to see her when she stopped at her daughter tracey's house to feed the cats. She was a very sweet lady and loved by her family. I know she is looking down and watching her family each day. So remember the good times and smiles and keep that warm feeling in your heart for her.
My prayers go out to you .
December 3, 2011
Our sincerely deepest sympathy to Karen's family. She always held a special place in our heart and we loved her very much. We will miss her deeply. Heaven truly has another angel. Love, Beth and Joe Steckbauer and family - Meghan, Jeff and Jason
December 3, 2011
It was amazing having Karen's wonderful presence when she visited Copper Rock and getting to know her was icing on the cake. She will be missed very much. I'm sure she's sipping on a Mocha with 1/2 the flavor (because today is special!). All the staff at Copper Rock Coffee Company will miss her dearly. Our deepest love, Copper Rock.
Jerry Tumanic
December 3, 2011
Rick...My condolences
Linda Everson
December 2, 2011
Rick and family...my sympathy to all of you. Prayers and blessings on the loss of your very special loved one!
Roberta Turk
December 2, 2011
I met Karen in the summer of 1976 and we immediately became friends and have shared some wonderful memories. We have been through a lot in these years and I could always count on Karen to be there for me. She was a special, dear, friend who will be missed every day. It is hard to find the right words at times like this but please know that a lot of people will share the sorrow in your hearts at this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Roberta (Ziebell) Turk
December 2, 2011
we always looked forward to seeing Karen at the library...she always gave me "the business" back.
sympathies to the her family
Jim and Shauna Telin
Patty Biller
December 2, 2011
will miss Karen's smiling face at the library. With Jesus now and got a promotion. God bless, loved ones...
Mary Kay Koller
December 1, 2011
Dear Rick,Tracy,Lindsey,Carrie,Jon,Evan & Kyle,
From the moment I met Karen,30 plus years ago,I knew right away Karen was a special,unique person.She became my forever friend.When you looked into Karen's eyes the beauty of her soul was revealed.She had such a wonderful sense of humor.She was full of grace,compassion(especially for the elderly),kindness,a truly sweet & caring person.Her faith & courage was astounding.She was a perfect example of God's workmanship.She never once complained about her cancer,but rather accepted it as a blessing from God.She saw it as an opportunity for her to be an example to her family of what faith is really all about.She never once doubted God's plan for her.She only spoke of her love for her family and what a blessing her family has been to her.She loved you all so much.She wanted her family to know Heaven is for real.I miss Karen terribly but know she is at peace.Remember, there are no tears beyond the gates.
With my deepest sympathy & love.
Mary Kay Koller
Karen Derks
December 1, 2011
Dear Rick and family. It was great getting to know Karen, as we were just new friends. We felt like God put as together for many reasons.She was the only other person that I met with the same kind of cancer. I will miss our talks. I'm so glad I got to visit her a few weeks ago. My deepest sympathy.
Jane Schetter
December 1, 2011
Dear Rick and family, I send my deepest sympathy to all of you. My prayers are with you as Karen has completed her life's jouney. We will all hold her in our hearts forever. Please take care and remember on all of the wonderful times together. Jane Schetter, Nancy Killian's sister
December 1, 2011
Our sympathy goes out to your family. I loved the visits I got from Karen at work. They meant so very much to me. She always had such a beautiful smile and such caring and compassion when you spoke to her. I will miss her so much. Please take care and know that you and I were so very blessed to have had her in our lives. May God be with you all.
Love Eric and Linda Eichhorst and Family.
Karen Barrow
December 1, 2011
Karen was such a blessing to my father, who passed away last year. He was in his 80's and Karen would set aside books she knew he would like so he didn't have to walk around the library. Rest in peace dear lady and my deepest sympathies to your family and friends.
December 1, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. She was a amazing person and we feel honored to have know her. God Bless. xoxo.
Greg, Nancy DeGrave and Family
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