Paul Lamers Obituary

Paul R. "Pudgy" Lamers

Paul Lamers 92, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2015, at Theda Care Hospice Residence, peacefully, with his family at his side. He was born June 6, 1922, in Little Chute, the son of the late Theodore G. and Minnie (DeBruin) Lamers. In 1942 he enlisted in the Navy and joined the WW 11 Navy Band as a trombonist. After the war he worked as a Mason with PG Miron. In 1948 he married Irene Baeten and raised three children with her. He later formed Master Masonry and Victorian Homes. His love of music continued, actively participating in the Little Chute Band for 74 years, as well as various other orchestras. He even formed his own Big Band , the Silver Threads for a few years.

He overcame many hardships in his lifetime, including the loss of his son Teddy at age 8, his wife Irene at age 59, and his daughter Victoria at age 56. His love of music got him through. In 1992 he married his second wife, Joyce Arno.

He is survived by his wife Joyce, her granddaughter Stacie, his daughter Paula (Russ) Gilson, granddaughter Jamie (Patrick) Gill, and two great-granddaughters Zoie and Paizley Gill, sister in laws Carol Lamers and Betty (the late Donald) Baeten., along with many nieces and nephews. He also has been blessed with many great friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, siblings Leo Lamers, Margaret (Jerry) Verstegan, Pearl (Florian "Chub") DeGroot, Irene (John "Toby") Elrick, Isabel (Orville)Romenesko,

Family and friends may gather at the Verkuilen-Van Deurzen Family Funeral Home, 101 Canal Street, Little Chute, on Friday, January 9, 2015, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Prayers with Msgr. Jim Vanden Hogen, music, and memories, will be shared at 5:30 p.m. in celebration of his life.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial for a music scholarship is being established in Paul's name.

The family would like to send a special thank you to Dr. Al Cherkasky and Dr. Whiteside, for their support and care, as well as the entire staff at Theda Care Hospice Residence, who gave him wonderful care, as well as loving attention to all involved

Dad will be missed, but lives on in my smile, and in my heart, and always in the music.

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Published by Appleton Post-Crescent on Jan. 8, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Lamers

12 Entries

Janet Schulte

January 10, 2015

Paula, I am very sorry for your loss.

Godspeed Paul Lamers!

Kareen Stelow

January 10, 2015

Sorry for your loss Joyce. We hope you are doing fine.

Sandy Engemann

January 10, 2015

Love you Paula!

Bob Schulze

January 9, 2015

I was sad to learn of the passing of Paul. One of the fondest memories in my life was having the tremendous honor of chaperoning Paul and Bob Kubiak on the Honor Flight to Washington D.C. Listening to the wonderful stories from two men of the "Greatest Generation" will be something I will always cherish. God Bless your family and friends.

Donna and Keith Locy

January 9, 2015

Paula, Russ and family,
How blessed you were to have so many years with your dad. Keith and I are in Florida but will be holding you in prayer in the days ahead.
Donna and Keith Locy

Ron & Linda Wruck

January 9, 2015

Let the band in Heaven play on! Pudgy, you will be missed.

Margie and Greg Rankin

January 9, 2015

We were fellow brass players with Paul in the Little Chute band for several years. We remember him as a wonderful trombone player who always came to band with a smile on his face and a song in his heart.....a life well lived. We extend our sympathy to his family.

Betty K

January 9, 2015

Paula and family,
I was saddened to hear of your dad's passing. I have very fond memories of how warmly he and your mom always welcomed me into their home. I also remember seeing him play his trombone in the community band--and even more fun was whem he'd pull it out at home. During these difficult days, I hope your warmest and best memories of your dad help comfort all of you.

With heartfelt sympathy,

Debbie Hoeft

January 8, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss Paula. I know how much you loved your dad and likewise how much he adored you. Remember all the fun times you did special for him...the naps on your couch, the rivers of maple syrup on his oatmeal and all of the unique quality time you had to spend with him. You did it all so, "no regrets" my dear.

Pauline De Groot

January 8, 2015

Our sympathy to you Joyce in the death of Paul. Especially to you Paula, I know how much you loved dad.
Jerry & I will not be able to be there since we are in Gulf Shores. Our sympathy & prayers are with you.
I so enjoyed his music. He was a great entertainer.
God bless you in your loss.
Jerry & Pauine De Groot

Steve and Ramona De Bruin

January 8, 2015

Our sympathy to Joyce and Paul's family. Our neighborhood will not be the same without Paul. So many nice memories!

Mary Ely

January 8, 2015

Joyce - I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Mary (Dieckhoff) Ely

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