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Wayne Krablean Obituary
Wayne A. Krablean, age 69, of Menasha, passed away peacefully after a short battle with Leukemia. He was born on June 20, 1947 in Neenah to the late Arthur and Luella (Schommer) Krablean. Wayne attended Menasha High School and then enrolled with Vocational Tech, where he studied in their Culinary Arts program.
Wayne married the love of his life, Patricia on June 23, 1973 at Faith United Methodist Church in Neenah. Together there were blessed with two children, Linda and James. He was employed with Soo-Line/Wisconsin Central LTD. Railroad for over twenty-seven years. He then worked for Avis Car Rental part time during his retirement.
His two favorite past-times were NASCAR and bowling. Together Wayne and Patricia coached the junior program at Rocket Lanes for over ten years and played on a couple's league. Wayne was a part of the Metro and Metro-Mania Bowling Leagues for over forty years. While bowling with those leagues, Wayne made life-long friends.
He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia; his two children, Linda (Eric) Wach and James (Bob Wautlet) Krablean; three grandchildren, Brandon Bork, Shawn Bork, and Travis Bork; his siblings, Mike (Karin) Krablean, Mary (Ron) Wolf, Paul (Trina) Krablean and Scott (Ken Snart) Krablean; his brothers-in-law, Robert Scott and Dean Scott and son-in-law, Jeff Bork. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, dear friends and his bowling league buddies.
In addition to his parents Wayne was preceded in death by his in-laws, Ovel and Mabel (Patton) Scott; his niece, Lisa Wolf; great-nephew, Joshua Wolf-Krablean and two sisters-in-law, Anna Mae Wilmoth and Beulah Smith-Gibson.
The funeral service will be held on Monday, December 12, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. at LAEMMRICH FUNERAL HOME, 312 Milwaukee Street in Menasha. Visitation will be held on Monday starting at 11:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service. Inurnment will be held at Highland Memorial Park in Appleton. In lieu of flowers, Wayne's family will be donating memorials to Leukemia organizations in his name. Online condolences can be offered at www.wichmannfargo.com.
Wayne's family would like to thank the staff of both Affinity Visiting Nurses and Fremont 4 Oncology for the compassionate care given to Wayne and his family during the past few months; especially by his girls.
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Larry Jahsman
December 14, 2016
Patty and family, so sorry for your loss. I bowled with Wayne in the 80's. I remember him for his big smile, big heart and his humor. Once you met Wayne, you never forgot him. My deepest sympathy, Larry Jahsman.
Terry Mulholland
December 13, 2016
I had worked with Wayne in physical therapy and enjoyed the time helping him and talking about sports like local football and wrestling. He loved his family greatly and will be missed
Shari (sharbear) Nieland
December 13, 2016
Patti and family so sorry for loss Wayne was a great guy, for as long as I knew him.
Prayers
Annette Johnson
December 12, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great loss. May you know God's love, peace and blessing. Thinking of you all.
Chaplain Netty
Cathy and Dolores
December 12, 2016
Patty, Linda, and James, So sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Whenever I would pass the bowling alley I always think of him and when I bowled with him.
Amee Davis
December 12, 2016
It is hard to type through a waterfall of tears but,I'll try... What I know and loved about Wayne is simple, he saw ME, he acknowledged ME and he made it clear that I mattered, with out directly saying so. He would part a sea of people in order to greet me with a genuine "It's good to see you! how are you doing?" He would listen carefully and respond truthfully and he would make me laugh when I really didn't want to but, really needed to. I have always believed that the quality of time with someone holds more value than the quantity of time and honestly 5 minutes with Wayne was 5 minutes you wouldn't forget. I am so, very thankful for the laughs, the encouragement and love Wayne shared with me everytime we met. I really can't say how many times his words and amazing bear hugs lifted me up to a better state of mind but, I am grateful for every time he did. To those that were lucky to meet Wayne they'll tell you many great things about Wayne and they are all true! Rest easy my friend...???? My thoughts and love are with you Linda Wach,family and every one that is hurting over the loss of an amazingly special man.????
Al and Silma Villasenor
December 12, 2016
Patty and family, Condolences to you and the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Peggy Blank-Hayes
December 12, 2016
Patty, there are no words to say to make this difficult time easier. I have such wonderful memories of the two of you. Wayne will surely be missed by everyone. God bless and keep you strong.
Diane Eichhorst, Katie Massonette, & Josh Salzman
December 12, 2016
Patty and family... We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Wayne was a very sweet man and I loved bowling in league with you guys. May he rest in peace. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob Reynebeau
December 11, 2016
I have known Wayne longer then can remember. He was a great friend and I will miss him a lot , bowling league will never be the same without him. Rest in peace.
Michael Van Domelen
December 11, 2016
Krabby, it is with great sorrow to learn of your illness then hear of your passing. Your legacy will live on in those who you have coached. Your presence in the Fox Valley Traveling League is one of the reasons that league was so fun! Looking forward to hearing about the Ride Along with Dale Earnhardt when I join you on the other side. Rest in peace, Krabby.
December 11, 2016
there are no words
Vickie Eddy Hatcher
December 11, 2016
Patty and Family I am so sorry for your loss of such a great man. He could always make me smile and I enjoyed looking at his Monte Carlo with him :-). He will most definitely be missed. Please know that you are in my prayers. Let me know if I can help. Love all of you.
Tammy Davis (Sutton)
December 10, 2016
Patty, My thoughts and prayers are with you, your kids and grandkids. Wayne was always such a good kind hearted person with such a great sense of humor. I am so sorry for your loss.
Mary Kay Johnson (Porto)
December 10, 2016
Dear Patty and family, My prayers and thoughts are with you at this very sad time in your lives. I know how you are feeling....devasted!!! You see I just lost Marshall (my husband) on November 15th of this year due to squamous cell carcinoma. Know that Wayne is no longer suffering and that he is being held in palm of our Lord's hands. He is home safe. God bless each and everyone of you.
Michelle Willing
December 10, 2016
May God keep you safe in his loving hands, you will no longer be in any pain. We promise to watch over and be a supportive shoulder for James and your family through this time of grief, but everyone is thankful that heaven has received another angel to watch over us all. We shall pray for the Krablean family and dear friends, you're in our thoughts and prayers.
Brian and Jesse Meyer
December 10, 2016
You were a great friend, a great neighbor, a great bowling advocate, a great man and many other greats to so many others. RIP my friend!
Gail Jensen
December 10, 2016
So sorry for your loss. A sibling,'s love is unique and special. You' ll miss him terribly. Praying for God's love and strength.
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