Vandenberg, Marian R. "Mitt"

Marian R. "Mitt" Vandenberg, Kaukauna, age 88, died Thursday, November 21, 2013 at St. Paul Elder Services. She was born in Kaukauna on June 19, 1925, to the late John and Julia (Gillen) Wodjenski.

Mitt married John F. Vandenberg on June 21, 1947, at Holy Cross Parish in Kaukauna where she was a lifelong member and served on the Visitation Committee. She was the advisor for the Kaukauna High School Pom and Dance Team for many years and was very involved with the Kaukauna Alumni Association. She was so proud to be awarded the Alumni Award in June of 1993. Her monthly luncheons with friends and Wednesday nights at Village Limits with her best friend were very important to her. Spending time with family for the holidays, Packer or Badger parties, or gatherings at family cottages were first and foremost to Mitt.

Mitt is survived by her children, Jim "Yogi" (Lea) Vandenberg, Little Chute; Janey (Bill) Konitzer, Little Chute; Julie (Dan) Dorn, Kaukauna; and Joan (Dave) Van Eperen, Little Chute; grandchildren Kristin (Mike) Verhagen, Jeff (Jess) Vandenberg, Rob (Jennifer), Angie, and Kevin (fiancé C.J. Sproehlich) Konitzer, and Shannon Hollesen, Abby (Clint) La Rue, Lindsey, and Garrett Dorn, Dan (Ela), Katie, Tim (fiancé Anna Vanden Hogen) Van Eperen; and great grandchildren Caleb, Joshua and Isaac Verhagen, Laiken, Jayla and Saige Vandenberg, Paxton Hollesen, Alivia La Rue and Claire Van Eperen. She was eagerly awaiting the arrival of her 10th great grandchild. Mitt was further survived by her sister, Babs (Jim) Weyenberg; brothers and sisters-in-law, Harry and Roy (Marianne) Vandenberg and Jackie Wodjenski; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents and husband, Mitt was preceded in death by her grandson, Ross Dorn; brother, Bob Wodjenski; her father and mother-in-law, Arthur and Catherine (Heiting) Vandenberg; and brothers and sisters- in-law, Irene (Al) School, Marcy, Ray (Marge), Elmer (Ruth) and Marie Vandenberg.

Visitation will be held Monday, November 25, 2013, at HOLY CROSS PARISH (309 Desnoyer St. Kaukauna) beginning at 1:00 p.m. until time of Mass at 4:00 p.m. The Rev. Ron Belitz will officiate. Committal services will be at Highland Memorial at a future date. To sign the guest book, please visit oconnellfh.com.

Mom, you were the matriarch of our family and we will miss you dearly.

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Published by Appleton Post-Crescent from Nov. 22 to Nov. 23, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Marian Vandenberg

12 Entries

Sally Giordana

November 25, 2013

What a great lady Mitt was and her great personality will be missed. Have some great memories of she and John back in the day. So sorry I missed seeing her family. Sally

Shari George

November 25, 2013

So sorry to hear about your mother. She was a great woman and coach. You are all in my prayers..Shari George

November 25, 2013

Mitt,the lady with the wonderful smile, We will always remember her kindness to our family. She and John raised a wonderful family and was always so proud of all of them. Our love to all of you. Bev and John Stock

Dave Pleier

November 24, 2013

Blessings to all of you. Mom must have been wonderful because the two kids I know-Yogi and Joan-are a gift in my life and in the lives of so many. Sorry I can't be there for the funeral. Love, Dave Pleier

November 24, 2013

To the Vandenberg Family, Your mom was one great lady. I will really miss all her help with her class reunions. She was always so willing to work on them and did a great job again this past year. She was my "go to person" and was very proud to be have graduated 70 years ago and was still able to celebrate. I think I can speak for the rest of the Kaukauna Alumni Association and say she was an asset to our organization. She lived life to the fullest. Rest in peace Mitt, you will be missed. Jean Promer

John Proffitt

November 24, 2013

Laurel and I are so sorry for your family. Mitt was a wonderful friend and neighbor. We are richer for her friendship.

November 24, 2013

Our sympathy to Mitt's family,

Mitt was a wonderful lady. We first got to know Mitt at St. Paul Manor Chapel years ago. She remained just as lovely as when we first met. Cherish the many memories you have of her. May the Lord Jesus be with all of you during this very difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Tom and Betty Wydeven Little Chute WI

November 23, 2013

Thinking of you and the whole family at this time of loss. Your mom is dancing in heaven!

Ellen Appleton-Adkins

November 23, 2013

So many amazing memories from such a strong and talented woman! She taught so many young women the strength, the pride, the the belief in being the best you can be! She will always be remembered and cherished by the KHS team. Love, Ellen Appleton -Adkins

Kelly Uecker

November 23, 2013

Thinking of you're family at this time of lose.

November 23, 2013

you will surely be missed,you are a big part of my childhood memories.love you mitt peg roberts

Dan & Mary Van Dyn Hoven

November 22, 2013

Let's remember the good times, the smiles, and laughter. Let's remember the warm, special moments and love that will live on forever. Together, we mourn the loss, honor the memory, and celebrate the life of someone so special who will e deeply missed. During this time of sadness, may you find comfort in the warmth shared by your friends and loved ones.
Sending our deepest sympathy and will keep Mitt and the family on our prayers.
Dan & Mary Van Dyn Hoven

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