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Michael Berger Obituary

Berger, Michael J.

Michael Jon Berger, born on May 25, 1967, died suddenly at his home in Pine River, Wi. on Friday February 20, 2015. He married Kerry Pomerville on December 12, 1992. He moved to his home in Pine River because he was so used to spending much of his time in that area, and he truly loved it. His house was across the street from his families woods.

He was an avid hunter and loved to go trout fishing on the Pine River, he always fished (catch and release). Whenever he kept a trout the next one had to be bigger in order to keep it.

Mike was employed for 27 years at Hoffmaster in Oshkosh. He did some traveling to see the latest in machines and to become acquainted and trained with the flexograph printing. He was very proud to show his knowledge of the new machines, he loved all sports especially the Brewers and the Packers. He also enjoyed golfing.

He is survived by Kerry L. Berger, his beloved children Gabrielle (Troy) and Joshua, and his mother Nancy Berger, his brothers Steven R. Berger (Jeri Lyn) and Andrew J. Berger. He is further survived by his Uncles Roy (Karen) Hinn, Richard (Robin) Hinn, Frank (Deb) Berger, Bruce (Pat) Berger, and Jim (Kris) Berger, of his many cousins he spent time outdoors with Brad, Brian and Jeff. He is also survived by his sister's husband Michael Grunske, nieces and nephews Bridget Berger, Anna Berger, Sophia Berger, Jacob Grunske, and Adam Grunske.

He is preceded in death by his father Steven G. Berger, his sister Shelly Lynn Berger Grunske, grandparents Roy and Letha Hinn, Frank and Dorothy Berger and Uncles Gary Hinn and Jackie Berger.

Services will be held at 5:00 pm at Martin Luther Church in Oshkosh on Monday February 23, 2015, where Mike was baptized, confirmed, and married. Visitation will be at the church from 2 pm until the time of the service. Inurnment services will be held at a later date

In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in his honor.

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

Published by Oshkosh Northwestern from Feb. 22 to Feb. 23, 2015.

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Kenny Fritz

April 4, 2015

Nancy, Andy & Steve,
I so very sorry....
I will miss fishing and golfing with Mike..

February 25, 2015

Dear Nancy and family: We just heard of Mike's passing today and are very sorry for your loss, what a shock. Im sure Steve and Shelly were happy to see him but he was too young to leave you all. Our sympathy. Rick and Tina Foley

February 24, 2015

Nancy, my heart is breaking for you!
My prayers will keep coming
as always,Joyce Kunde

February 24, 2015

So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. May God give the family strength at this time of sorrow and the memories of Michael give you comfort now and forever. My prayers are with you at this sad time. Mike had been one of those nice persons to have worked with. Sincere Sympathy D.R.Wiese

JIM BERGER

February 24, 2015

Mike, may you rest in peace.

Gary & Diane Halverson

February 24, 2015

To the Berger Family,
What a shock to hear of Mike's passing. Mike was always a super guy and friend. I couldn't of worked along side a better guy than Mike for all those years. Mike will be sadly missed by many. Are sincere thoughts and prayers are with the family

Julie G

February 23, 2015

Nancy and family I am truly sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and strength among your family and friends in your time of need. Prayers to you all.

JIM BERGER

February 23, 2015

Kerry, Nancy and family, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Mike will be missed by all. Jim, Kris, and Jason Berger.

RICHARD & LORRAINE EIDEN

February 23, 2015

NANCY: OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS OUR WITH
YOU AND WHOLE FAMILY.
RICHARD & LORRAIN EIDEN

Robert Leal

February 23, 2015

Deeply sorry Andy to hear this your whole family is in my prayers.Rico

Stacy Meyer-Piel

February 23, 2015

To the Berger Family, my sincere condolences to all of you. Mike and I went to school together from Roosevelt all the way to OWHS. He was a genuine guy who everyone liked. This is a great loss to all.

Karlie & Mary Schmude

February 22, 2015

Gabby, Josh, Kerry, Nancy & family

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ron and Mollie Spannbauer

February 22, 2015

Nancy,sorry for your loss and the whole family. We all had fun at the cottage. God Bless You

Bob LaMore

February 22, 2015

What a shock it is to hear this news. Nancy, Stevie, and Andy, my heart and prayers are with you as you go through this loss. Wish I could be there. Love you all...

February 22, 2015

Nancy and Family, So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. David and Sue Albrecht

Don Wolff

February 22, 2015

I worked on same machine as Mike for many years on opposite shift at Hoffmaster until my retirement. I always found Mike to be a very nice guy. So sad to hear of his passing.

Errol & Linda Howell

February 22, 2015

We own the home Mike was renting and we would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family.

Carla Ader

February 22, 2015

Dear Nancy and the whole family, what a shocking and sad event for you all. Our prayers and love are sent to all of you. We are happy he lived so close to you Nancy and Stevie that could be a crum of comfort. God bless and comfort you.

Don & Carol Schlichting

February 22, 2015

Nancy and family we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.

February 22, 2015

So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Thinking of him and his family at this sad time...he was always a friendly guy at work.

February 22, 2015

God, grant that I may live to fish until my dying day... and when it comes to my last cast, I must humbly pray...when in the Lord's safe landing net,I'm peacefully asleep...that in his mercy I be judged big enough to keep. Author Unknown Mike Gonzales

Bonnie VandenPlas

February 22, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss. May your many memories find you comfort at this time. Sending thoughts & Prayers to all

February 22, 2015

We worked with Mike at Hoffmaster. Sorry for your loss, thinking of you.

Greg & Kim Anderson

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