Cyril John Van Vreede

Cyril J. Van Vreede
Menasha
Age 90, passed away on December 22, 2006 at his home in Menasha. Cyril was born on February 23, 1916 in Wrightstown, WI., son of the late John and Marie (Van Wymelenberg) Van Vreede. Cyril was a gunnery instructor in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. In 1948 he opened Menasha Hardware and was the owner and operator for 40 years. He married Rosella "Sally" Grishaber in 1947 and she survives him. Cyril is also survived by 3 children Kay ( Gregory) Wojciechowski, Clarendon Hills, Illinois; Alan (Nancy) Van Vreede, Green Bay; Carl (Bonnie) Van Vreede, Darboy; a sister Mary Van Boogaard, Darboy; 5 grandchildren, Amy, Michael, Stephanie, Paige, and Jay. Cyril was preceded in death by 4 brothers, Norbert, John, Roger, and Cletus.

Memorial Services will be held at 12 Noon on Friday January 26, 2007 at St. Mary Catholic Church 212 Appleton St., Menasha with Fr. Larry Canavera officiating. Friends may call at the church from 11 A.M. until the time of services. Memorials are suggested to the Salvation Army.

Cyril was a devoted and loving husband and father and was a friend to many in the community.

WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME
Tri County Chapel
3212 South Oneida St.
Menasha 831-9905
www.wichmannfuneralhomes.com