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Michael Netzel

1955 - 2012

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1955

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2012

Michael Netzel Obituary

Michael J. Netzel "Mike"

Michael J. Netzel "Mike", 56, Neenah, passed away Wednesday, September 12, 2012. He was born September 22, 1955, in Wausau, son of Donald and Arlene (Coenen) Netzel. Along with his parents, Michael was a charter member of Peace Lutheran Church, Neenah. He was employed as a delivery driver for Sara Lee.

Michael is survived by his children: Jill Netzel, Neenah; Eric Netzel, Appleton; his mother, Arlene Netzel, Neenah; brothers and sisters: Dan (Barbara) Netzel, De Forest; Betsy (Jack) Borchert, Neenah; Ellen (James) Sprague, Fremont; Marty (Pamela) Netzel, Rochester, MN; nieces and nephews: Ninah Netzel; Jeff, Joe (Katie) and Jake (Kristy) Borchert; Karissa Metko; Andrew and Lauren Netzel; great nieces and nephews: Kenadie, Keira and Rylie Borchert; aunts and uncles: Roberta Netzel, Wausau; Allan (Ellen) Coenen, Land O' Lakes; James (Rosie) Coenen, Wausau; Marion Gambsky, Hortonville; other relatives and friends.

Michael was preceded in death by his father, Donald.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at the Kessler Funeral Home, 304 S. Commercial St., Neenah with Rev. Paul Holte officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in Michael's name.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Appleton Post-Crescent on Sep. 14, 2012.

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Gary & Carla Weeks

September 23, 2012

We knew Mike Netzel in High School, remember him as a great guy,fun loving, we were young kids hanging out at local "Y",so sad & sorry to hear about your loss, our prayers are with you all. May the Lord comfort & bless his entire family.

Mark Heath

September 14, 2012

I went to junior high and high school with Mike. He was a great guy. I am sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you.

Kay Grosskopf

September 14, 2012

Jill and Eric, I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. I'm sure you will miss him. You are in my thoughts & prayers.

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