Carol June Polar

Carol June Polar, 87, of Neenah passed away with family members at her side on January 20, 2019. Carol was born August 16, 1931 in Oshkosh, daughter of the late George Sr. and Laurraine (Cartwright) Kallin. She married Robert (Bob) Polar on October 16, 1948 in Rhinelander and they recently celebrated 70 years of marriage.

Carol is survived by her husband Bob, six children; Gary Polar, Gerald Polar, Julane (Bryan) Ross, Bob R. (Peggy) Polar, Jim (Annette) Polar, and David (Fay) Polar. Sister Jeanine (Clint) Roberts. Thirteen grandchildren; Jody, Jessica (Jason), Jeremy (Melissa), Tyler (Jessy), Eric (Jenna), Michael, Ryan (Dany), Sasha, Devin, Sarah (Brad), Claire, Becky, and Randy. Four great-grandchildren; Hannah, Hayleigh, Olivia, and Natalee.

Carol is preceded in death by her parents, brothers George Jr. and Vernon Kallin, and infant grandchildren Matthew and Caitlyn Polar.

Carol loved playing Bingo, doing crossword puzzles, and baking pies for her family and friends. But most of all, she loved being with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In recent years, family gatherings on Lake Winnebago were highlights of her summers.

A Memorial service will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at Wichmann Funeral Home, Tri County Chapel, located at 1592 Oneida Street in Menasha. Visitation will be held from 10:30 AM on Saturday, January 26, 2019 until the time of the service at the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the American Diabetes Association in Carol’s name at American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 15829 Arlington, VA 22215.

Online condolences may be shared at www.wichmannfargo.com.