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Appleton - Michael "Mike" John Bennett passed away on June 25, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Mike was born on October 7, 1950 in Appleton. Mike graduated from Appleton West High School and then served in the U.S. Army. Mike was joined in marriage to Ronda Berry on July 21, 1989. Mike was a loving husband, father, and uncle. He was greatly adored by his numerous nieces and nephews. Mike was employed at American Overhead Door and recently retired after 30 years of dedicated service. Mike loved all sports, especially coaching Little League with the Linwood and Kiwanis Divisions. He loved hot shaves with Marcus at Shear Chaos, eating at the 3rd Street Diner, taking long rides to Waupaca looking for deer, pontoon rides on the Chain with the VFW group, fishing, hunting, and spending time with family and friends. Mike enjoyed talking about the old days, and his story telling will be missed.
Mike is survived by his loving wife Ronda (nee Berry); sons Michael (Emily) and Matthew (Amy Cattelino), granddaughter Quinn Kathryn; siblings Cathy (Mike) Fane, Dennis (Peggy) and David (Mary), in-laws Pamela (Art) Keene and Bradley (Robyn) Berry, and many nieces, nephews and great nieces and great nephews.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents Jake and Bea (Uhl) VanLinn, sister Debra Breitenfeldt and father and mother-in-law Charles and Kathryn (Freed) Berry.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 1st at Wichmann Funeral Home Tri County Chapel, 1592 S. Oneida Street, from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM. 5:00 funeral service with Pastor Tim Albrecht officiating. Military Honors to follow services. Mike will be laid to rest privately at a later date. Memorials to Lutheran Social Services Mindworks Program in Mike's name are appreciated. Per Mike's wishes, he chose to donate his organs to another family in need.
Mike's family would like to extend a special thank you to all the surgeons, doctors, nurses, and therapists that have cared for him, especially Dr. Rigstad, Dr. Price, and Dr. Yazbak. Special thanks to Luther Social Services and the Mindworks program members Katrina and Kerilee; you will forever be in our hearts.
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July 4, 2018
Our sincere condolences to the Bennett family in the loss of your dear love one. Our prayers are as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day.
- Psalms 145:18,19
July 2, 2018
Rhonda, Michael & Matt,
We are so sorry to learn of Mike's passing.
Please accept our sincerest sympathies.
Marty & Lisa Knuppel
June 30, 2018
Rhonda,michael,matt and family..so very sorry to hear about the passing of mike..many great memories since matt and brian became friends at highlands and still remain friends today..so very sad to have a loved one leave us..i,mary,lost my mother (who we took care of at home until she took her last breath) a year and half ago and then i lost my brother 6 months later (just a year ago) ..both so very fresh in my mind..last couple years have been so very,very hard and sad..i think of and miss them both every single day..but just knowing that they are in a better place and knowing i will always have my memories and that they both will forever be in my ♡ keeps me going..so hope you find peace in knowing these things also..and when you look up at the sky at nite and see the brightest star just know that it is mike..looking down and watching over all of you from above..with our deepest sympathy..rest in peace,mike..the reschs
Peggy Sawotka
June 29, 2018
Ronda, I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynn Huntley (Loeper)
June 29, 2018
I'm saddened to hear of the passing of Mike..it seems like a lifetime ago when we lived in that tiny duplex on Charles St. and we'd all sit outside, on the driveway, enjoying a few beers and brats.. I am so sorry for your loss Rhonda. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Dave Bodway
June 28, 2018
Thoughts and prayers to Ronda and the Bennett family.Played a lot of ball with Mike in our younger years, Mike was a hell of a ballplayer. Will never forget him,Was a good friend. Dave Bodway
Connie Thibert- Dorn
June 28, 2018
Rhonda and family, I'm so sorry for the loss of such a great guy. Thoughts and prayers are with you. May all your good memories keep you strong. Connie Thibert- Dorn
June 28, 2018
Thank you for your service to our country. May you rest in peace.
Judy L. Bowers
June 27, 2018
We worked for many years with Mike at American! He was a great man! He so often told stories about his son who played baseball! He took much pride in his work and his family! Sending prayers of comfort and peace!
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