John G. Kappell, Sr.

John G. Kappell, Sr.
Appleton

Age 69, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2003 following a courageous battle with cancer. John was born in Appleton on October 7, 1934, son of the late Raymond and Genevieve (Mangan) Kappell. Following graduation, he married his high school sweetheart Margie Brittnacher. John served his country with the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was employed as a manager by Universal Paper, until the time of his stroke in 1992. John lived his life to the fullest and his greatest love was his family. He looked forward to spending time with his children and grandchildren at his cottage. John will be sadly missed by his wife, Margie; two daughters, Debra (Bill) Hoks, Eagle, Wisconsin; Bonnie (Dennis) Ahlborg, Hortonville; three sons, John (Joline) and Steven (Sue) Kappell, of Appleton; Rick (Jane) Kappell, Hortonville; nine grandchildren, Lisa Hoks; Nick and Calie Kappell; Andy, Denny and Meghan Ahlborg; Christina Kappell; Tony Kappell and Amy (Tim) Eckes; four sisters, Janice (Emmett) Clark; Shirley (Ronald) Dix; Bonnie (Le Roy) Gorges; Geraldine (Al) Demers; and in-laws, Lionel (Betty) Brooks; Dorothy, Gordon and Kathy Brittnacher. He is further survived by numerous nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his sister, Marlene Brooks; and his in-laws, Frank (Edna), Donald (Lou) and Melvin Brittnacher. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m., on Friday, November 14, 2003 at ST. BERNADETTE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2331 East Lourdes Drive, Appleton, with Rev. Harold Berryman officiating. Visitors will be received at the funeral home on Thursday, November 13 from 5 until 8 p.m., with a Prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. The interment will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Appleton.

A Limb Has Fallen From The Family Tree

“A limb has fallen from the family tree. I hear a voice that says, "Grieve not for me." Remember the good times, the laughter the song. The good life I lived, when I was strong. Continue my heritage, I'm counting on you. Keep smiling and surely, the sun will shine through. My mind is at ease, my soul at rest. Remember the good things, I truly was blessed. Continue traditions, no matter how small. Go on live your life, don't stare at the wall. I miss you all dearly, so keep up your chin. Until the day comes, we're together again.”

WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME
Tri County Chapel
3212 South Oneida Street
Menasha 920-831-9905