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Mitchell Lundgaard Obituary
Appleton - Mitchell F. Lundgaard, 36, lost his life while serving his community on May 15, 2019.
Mitch was born on July 9, 1982 in Green Bay, to Jim and Marlene Lundgaard. He graduated from Green Bay Southwest High School in 2000. He obtained his degree in Fire Science from MATC in 2004. A lifelong learner, Mitch was two courses away from a Bachelor's Degree in Fire and Emergency Response Management. Mitch was a dedicated firefighter for the Appleton Fire Department for 14 years. During that time he built many great friendships and bonds with his fellow firefighters.
Mitch married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Lindsey Vogel, on July 8, 2006. Mitch and Lindsey were married for 12 wonderful years. His love for Lindsey was demonstrated daily and they were best friends. He was a loving and devoted father to his three sons: Evan(9), Logan(7) and Ryan(4). Mitch was a thoughtful and caring son, brother and friend. He enjoyed coaching and watching his boys in sports, going on many family trips to Disney World, relaxing on the beach, hosting bonfires and hanging out in the neighborhood. Mitch was also an avid runner and spent some of his free time honing his golf game.
Along with Lindsey and his three sons, he is survived by his mother, Marlene (Bob) Nuthals, Green Bay; his father, Jim (Jill) Lundgaard, Shawano; his mother-in-law, Cheryl Vogel (special friend Dave Davies), Appleton; his sister Greta Lundgaard, brother-in-law Josh Vogel; stepbrothers: Jay Deuster, Joe (Kristen) Nuthals and Jonathon Nuthals. He is further survived by many aunts and uncles, cousins, fellow service members, neighbors and friends. Mitch was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents: Fred and Catherine Lundgaard; maternal grandparents: Frank and Betty Malzahn.
A Service to Celebrate Mitchell's life will be held on Monday, May 20, 2019 at Appleton Alliance Church, 2693 W Grand Chute Blvd, Appleton, WI 54913 at 6 PM with Rev. Dennis Episcopo officiating. Visitation will be held at Appleton Alliance on Monday from 3 PM until the time of service. A full Fire Service Ceremony will accompany the funeral. He will be laid to rest at Riverside Cemetery, Appleton.
The family is incredibly thankful for all of the support they have received locally and nationally. It has provided comfort during an extremely trying time. They are especially grateful to the Appleton Fire Department, their neighbors, the Kimberly community, their friend Scott Nickel from Brettschneider-Trettin-Nickel Funeral Chapel, and Mitch's chosen fire department support team: Firefighters Justin Brown, Ryan Lee and Adam Hansen. Their thanks also extend to the EMS team, Appleton Police Department and ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton emergency and support staff.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established to provide long-term support for Lindsey and their children: www.gofundme.com/afd-mitch-lundgaard-family-fund
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Denise O´Neil
May 14, 2023
I always remember Mitch at this time of year especially. He´d be so proud and happy to see how you´re living your life.
Ruby E Witthuhn
May 12, 2023
Thinking of the family at this time. Prayers.
Angela Deeg
May 12, 2023
Continued prayers for the family. He will not be forgotten
Denise O'Neil
May 15, 2020
On this one year anniversary of Mitch's death, I remember his ultimate sacrifice in the service of his community. God bless you, Lindsey and boys. Gone but never forgotten.
Ruby Witthuhn
June 30, 2019
So sorry for your loss
Sandy Kiefer
May 22, 2019
Thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.
Nicole L
May 21, 2019
RIP. Thank you for your dedicated service to our community. You will not be forgotten.
May 21, 2019
As a fellow fire fighter you have my deepest sympathy for your loss of such a brave man.
May God bless you and your family during this most difficult time.
Always know that Mitch will be your guardian angel and ask God to help you in the upcoming times of sadness.
Thank you for the service you have given so many people.
Peggy Fitzgerald
May 21, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss and the community's loss. Mitch was truly a gift. As you stumble your way through the next days, weeks and months I pray that God is there to guide and comfort you. You, your family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers.
May 20, 2019
May God Bless you and your family
Judith Gonnering
May 20, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. I hope you have many memories to carry in your heart forever. God Bless.
Sandi & Bill Moore
May 20, 2019
Praying for your family at this time. So sorry for your loss. Mitch sounds like he was a wonderful man.
May 20, 2019
God bless you for selfless service, God bless your family. Prayers for healing of so many persons. Rest in peace.
May 20, 2019
My thoughts are with the Lundgaard family and the AFD. Bless you all! Thank you, Mitch, for your service! Rest in peace.
Rhonda Petersen
May 20, 2019
Jim I was saddened to hear of this terrible tragedy and even more so when I realized it was your son. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Prayer filled hugs from an old co-worker.
Linda Van fossen
May 20, 2019
Dear Lindsey, it's been a pleasure knowing Mitch over the years. Although I didn't know him well, it was obvious that he was a devoted husband and father. His love shined thru. Mitch is a Hero!! Thank you to Mitch ,You and the boys for his time keeping Appleton safe. My prayers are with you.
May 20, 2019
My condolences to the family and AFD. His compassion, his desire to help others will not be forgotten. May you find comfort knowing he is safe in the memory of the God of all comfort who promises life everlasting. John 6:40
Jamie Zoromski
May 19, 2019
Dear Lindsey and family, Although I did not know you or Mitchell I feel like a part of my family was taken way too soon. As a lifetime resident of Appleton, please know that he died a hero. I also hope that you can take comfort in the fact that he is in Heaven now. His work on Earth is done, but never will be forgotten. May God be with you during this difficult time. May he send comfort and healing to your heart. I will be praying for you and your family for a long time. Sending you hugs and hoping that the happy memories will help to get you through. Sincerely, Jamie Zoromski
Michele Knapp-Pingel
May 19, 2019
God carry your family through this Very Difficult
time, you are in our thoughts and PRAYERS!
God bless,
Keith, Logan and Luke Pingel
& Michele Knapp Pingel
Denise O'Neil
May 19, 2019
Dear Lindsey, My heart broke when I realized this was "your" Mitch. I believe he will always be with you and the boys, if you will be open to looking. Look at those sweet little boys, and be thankful for a love that many never find in a lifetime. I will be praying for you all. And, am thankful that the AFD was blessed to have FF Mitchell Lundgaard to serve our community.
Very sincerely,
Denise O'Neil
May 19, 2019
All of us at St. John Lutheran Church in Ashwaubenon send our condolences and prayers to Lindsey and her boys.
Madison Webb
May 19, 2019
Mitch you were such a dear friend to me. You were a heart of gold, you brought sunshine to everyone around you, you were such amazing person. Your community loved you for what you have done to protect them from fires and any danger they faced. Now my friend fly with angels and eagles from above and keep on protecting your town and loved ones from heaven.
Kathryn Weyenberg
May 19, 2019
Our deepest sympathy to neighbor Cheryl Vogel and her beautiful family. Such sadness has come to the entire Fox Valley, including the Villas at Apple Creek.
Roy and Kathryn Weyenberg 2412 Tuscany
Allen and Mary VanHaute
May 19, 2019
Breathless and speechless. Praying you feel our love as we mourn with you.
Linda and Mike Probst
May 19, 2019
God Bless Lindsey, her three sons and Mitch's family during this tragic and difficult time in their lives. Mitch died a HERO doing what he trained to be that being a Firefighter/EMT. Everyone will miss him, even us who did not know him, but learned of him through his passing. God give Mitch's family, friends and fellow firefighters the strength to carry on with his legacy. Thanks to the other fire departments who will man the fire stations while his funeral will be held. You will always be a HERO
May 18, 2019
Deepest sympathy!!
John & Deanna Melotte
May 18, 2019
Our sincerest condolences and prayers to all of your family in this difficulty time
Camila
May 18, 2019
Please accept my deepest condolences to Mr. Lungaard's family and friends during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the words found at John 11:24, 25, a promise of seeing your loved one again.
Lori Schmitz
May 18, 2019
Mitch,
Words can't even express what a hero you are and all the things you do for this community. We are so grateful for your bravery.
We will surly miss your smiling face and our conversations we had at Festival.
especially dropping Ryan off in the tot spot. You will deeply be missed! My Prayers goes out to Lindsey ,Boys and the Family.
Miss Lori
Festival Tot Spot
Linda and Mike Probst
May 18, 2019
Mitch God rest your Soul. Loving thoughts and prayers to your wife, children, rest of family, friends, fellow firefighters, EMT'S, Appleton Police Officers and everyone else who knew you. You died in your line of duty and we will never forget your sacrifice and service to the city of Appleton. Our hearts are broken as we mourn your passing. You died saving another's life. Mitch, may be gone from earth, but walks with and beside all his loved one's everyday until you meet again in Heaven. God Bless All of You
Sharon Peters
May 18, 2019
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Lundgaard family...
Mitchell Lungaard is a true hero...
God's peace and strength to his wife, sons and fellow firefighters
May 18, 2019
My sincere condolences to the Lundgaard family. May God grant you strength during this difficult time.
Pat OBrien
May 18, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
May 18, 2019
Extremely sorry for the loss of Mitch. He is a true hero. Lindsey, our prayers are with you and your family. Thank you for the sacrifice. Rest In Peace my friend
Chet & Becky Lamers
May 18, 2019
Lindsey, our deepest condolences goes out to you and your family. Mitch was a great man! Sending prayers to all that loved him. May your children be comforted by knowing how much their Dad loved them.
David Murphy
May 17, 2019
To the Lundgaard family and the Appleton fire department, you have my deepest sympathies and prayers from Maine. My father suffered a fatal heart attack before I turned 4. That was over 41 years ago. May God bring the family and firehouse a most generous portion of comfort, hope and peace through all of your lives. May He provide purpose in the years ahead and support through your family and community.
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