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Ronald Driessen Obituary
Ron was embraced by his Lord and Savior on Saturday April 13, 2013 after a very courageous battle with cancer. He ended his life as he lived it, spending time with the love of his life Joanne, his precious daughters Debbie, Lori and Sara, as well as his sons-in-law Ed and Rick and his beloved grandchildren. Ron's strong faith and devotion to the Lord was the foundation of his life. He was born in Little Chute on February 23, 1937 to the late Henry "Hank" and Theresa (Van Elzen) Driessen. Ron married Joanne Bongers on June 23, 1962. He enjoyed reading, going out to eat, rooting for the Packers and watching the History Channel. Ron also loved to spend time with family and friends at the cottage in Pembine, listening to music, enjoying wildlife and a "mighty fine Old Fashion." He retired as a supervisor from Appleton Papers in 1992.
Ron is survived by his wife of 50 years, Joanne; daughters: Debbie Driessen, Kaukauna; Lori (Ed) Kalupa, Appleton; and Sara (Rick) Paitel, Little Chute; grandchildren: Jonathan, PFC Karrie, Melissa and Jennifer Milheiser, Benjamin and Amanda Kalupa, Elizabeth and Brianna Paitel; sisters: Bernice (Lew) Bain and Sharon (Bruce) Vande Hey; brothers and sisters-in-law: Rita Driessen, Rich (Margot) Bongers and Carmen (Bernard) Vedder; and Godchildren: Carol Bain, Linda Bons and Tina Hoeffler. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Theresa Driessen; Joanne's parents Richard and Marie (Van Nuland) Bongers; and brother Robert Driessen.
Visitation will be held Friday April 19, 2013 at ST. JOHN NEPOMUCENE CATHOLIC CHURCH (323 S. Pine St. Little Chute) beginning at 2:00 p.m. until time of Mass at 5:00 p.m. The Rev. Msgr. James Vanden Hogen will officiate. Military rites conducted by the Jacob Coppus American Legion Post 258 will immediately follow. Committal St. John Cemetery. To sign the guest book, please visit oconnellfh.com. A memorial is being established.
Ron's family would like to thank the staff at Martha Siekman Cancer Center, especially Dr. Mortara, Patty Martins and Dr. Swanson, Theda Care at Home Hospice and all who supported us through this journey.
"When it's time to go, it's time to go…"
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Diane Parkin (VanNuland)
April 19, 2013
Joanne, my friend, my thoughts and prayers are with you... I will remember the good times, the laughter we shared.
April 18, 2013
Lori and your entire family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. It is so sad to loose a loved one, but we know that we can see them again in Heaven. He rests with Jesus. All our love~The Turner's
Debbie Plach
April 18, 2013
Rest in peace go with God
Patty Martins
April 17, 2013
Joanne, my deepest sympathy to you and your entire family at the loss of such a wonderful man.
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Nancie & Mel White
April 17, 2013
Dear Joanne
Please accept our sympathy. Prayers are with you and the family. I grew up with Ron right down the street, always the nice guy, he was a long time friend, good memories. We know he is in a better place. Thinking of you. Our thoughts and prayers.
ida harke
April 16, 2013
I am so deeply saddened to hear of Ron's death. I know what a wonderful husband, father, and especially grandfather he was. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dawn Fuhs
April 16, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
April 16, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Driessen family. My thoughts and prayer to Joanne and her children and grandchildren.
Your friend,
Ed McCollin
Morrisville, VT
April 16, 2013
Joanne, sorry for your loss. Ron was a good friend and we enjoyed the times we had together. Love to you and the Family. John and Carol Baker
Darlene Zuleger
April 16, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the Driessen family. May the Lord give you the strength to get you through this.
Roy & Judy Bartz
April 15, 2013
We were sorry to hear about Ron. We didn't know he was ill. He was a very good man! You have our sympathy.
April 15, 2013
Joanne, You have our prayers and sympathy and whatever we can do for you, let us know.
Mike and Barb Krzoska
Debbie Plach
April 15, 2013
Joanne you have my deepest sympathy and all my love
If you need anything I am there for you always I love you.
Chuck & Gloria Marko
April 15, 2013
Joanne & Family,
Our hearts are with you in your grief, but we also rejoice knowing Ronnie is in the arms of Jesus.
With Love...
April 15, 2013
Joanne & family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
Jim Van Nuland
April 14, 2013
Joanne, I'm sorry to read of Ron's death. I'm glad we were able to celebrate your 50th anniversary last year.
Cousin Jim.
Paulne De Groot
April 14, 2013
Joanne and family, Jerry and I send you our sympathy. I Had a thought to call you a week or so ago to just check on Ron. I am so sorry now I did not listen to the voice of God. We pray everyday for all the cancer patients. I thank God for all the time he had. I did not hear that he was failing.
God bless you and keep you strong and at peace as you give Ron back to Him.
Jerry & Pauline De Groot
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