Ronald J. Suess

After a brave battle against pancreatic cancer, Ron Suess passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, December 9, 2008. Ron was born in Appleton on March 28, 1958, son of the late Joseph Suess and Rosemary (Probst) Suess who resides in Florida. Ron was a 1976 graduate of Xavier High School and also attended the University of Wisconsin Fox Valley where he received an Associate's Degree in Science. On September 6, 1980, he married Debbie Mitchler at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Appleton. They had a beautiful marriage of 28 years. During that time they raised three fantastic children: Tyler (27), Meghan (21), and Trevor (11). As a teen, Ron helped his parents with the family business, Suess TV and Appliance of Appleton. In 1990 he and his brother Tim, with the help of Lynn, took over the business, now known as Suess Electronics.

Ron made his life an adventure. He loved downhill skiing, speed skating, mountain biking, sailing, and whatever else struck his fancy. He enjoyed sharing these pastimes with family and friends. Skiing has been a lifelong passion of Ron's. He loved the rush he felt as he skied down a headwall. He experienced that same sensation doing countless laps with the Skate City Speed Skating Team. Mountain biking filled the gap between skiing and skating. Ron competed for several years in the Wisconsin Off Road Series with his family. His dream of owning a sailboat came true when he and his wife purchased About Time in 2003. Captain Ron and his first mate Debbie have been members of the High Cliff Yacht Club for several years. He was an avid sailor and spent his free time sailing the waters of Lake Winnebago. Ron loved life, and lived each day to the fullest. He will be remembered as a loving husband, devoted father, caring grandfather and friend to many.

Ron is survived by his mother: Rosemary Suess of Winter Haven, Florida; his loving wife: Debbie Suess of Appleton; three children: Tyler (Becky) Suess of North Carolina and their son Brandon; Meghan Suess and Trevor Suess at home; three sisters: Mary Ann (Chuck) Cline of Brown Deer; Carolyn (John) Haugner of Dousman; and Nancy (Scott) Schreiber-Milheiser of Fremont; a brother: Tim (Lynn) Suess of Greenville; Debbie's parents: Tim and Doreen Mitchler of Appleton; a sister-in-law: Sandy Park of Appleton; and a brother-in-law: Steve (Pam) Mitchler of Appleton; and several nieces and nephews. Ron was preceded in death by his father and infant brother, Joe Suess, Jr.

A memorial service for Ron will be held on 12:00 Noon on Saturday, December 13, 2008 at ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH, 410 W. Lawrence Street in Appleton with Fr. Larry Abler officiating. Inurnment will be in Highland Memorial Park. The family will receive relatives and friends directly at the church on Saturday morning from 9:00 AM until the time of the service at noon.

In lieu of flowers, Ron preferred that contributions in his memory be directed to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.
2141 Rosecrans Ave, Suite 7000
El Segundo, CA 90245
www.pancan.org

The family would like to thank Dr. Guenther and his staff at the Martha Siekman Cancer Center, the staff and nurses of Appleton Medical Center and Theda Care Hospice for their excellent care and devotion.

“I'll miss you Ron. You were the love of my life, my soulmate, and my wish for you is smooth sailing, Honey.” Love, Deb

“Dad, I love you and know that you will be watching over every step I take.” -Your little girl.

“You are the best dad in the world, and I will miss you. Thanks for everything, Dadwanski.” Love you forever, Trevor.

“Dad, I miss you and I will love you always, and I will see you later.” Love, Ty

Wichmann Funeral Home
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Appleton, WI 54911
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