Michael Dillon Furstenberg, age 75, peacefully went to his Heavenly home on June 12th, 2019. He was born August 16, 1943 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Geraldine (Dillon) Shannon and Dr. Robert Furstenberg. After graduating from Appleton West High School, Michael attended UW-Madison and UW-Oshkosh. Being an Eagle Scout, Michael enjoyed a position…
Continue ReadingMichael Dillon Furstenberg, age 75, peacefully went to his Heavenly home on June 12th, 2019. He was born August 16, 1943 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Geraldine (Dillon) Shannon and Dr. Robert Furstenberg. After graduating from Appleton West High School, Michael attended UW-Madison and UW-Oshkosh. Being an Eagle Scout, Michael enjoyed a position as Director of the Boy Scouts of America (Upper Michigan). He also became a Naturalist for the Wisconsin State Parks. Having a passion for clean drinking water, he founded Clean Water Testing & Well Inspections, which employed his son and daughter for a time, and many other employees, until he sold the business in his retirement.
Michael’s interests were anything related to God's creation, especially bird-watching. Much of this was done at their dearly-loved cabin in northern Wisconsin. Michael was an avid Bible-prophecy student and fountain pen collector. Grampy loved his grandchildren and was so very proud of them.
Michael is survived by his wife, Dianne (McClone) Furstenberg; son, Rayne Furstenberg; daughter, Kimbre (Tim) Kiley; grandchildren, Cana Kiley, Cooper Kiley, Letty Kiley, and Cecilee Kiley; and siblings, David (Susan) Furstenberg and Noel (Joel). Grunwaldt.
A Memorial Service will be held for Michael at 2 PM on Friday, June 21, 2019 at the Wichmann Funeral Home, 537 N. Superior St., Appleton, WI 54911 by Pastor Joel Smith. Family and friends may visit at the funeral home from 1 PM until the time of service. Inurnment will be in Highland Memorial Park.
Michael’s family would like to extend their heart-felt appreciation to the Theda-Care Hospice staff for their sincere care and his good friends for the friendship, prayers, and support they offered.
To leave a special message or condolences for Michael’s family, please visit wichmannfuneralhomes.com
Larry Lyons
left a message on October 10, 2019:
John Stone-Wilms and Barbara Wilms-Stone
left a message on July 1, 2019:
in his life but we became fast friends with many shared childhood Boy Scout experiences. We spent time (but never enough) time talking about our Eagle Scout training, outdoor adventures, and love of Nature. Michael was an expert in plant identification and bird identification and he gifted me his copy of the Boy Scout Handbook and Field Manual. We spent time with his family at the cabin and with his
grandchildren and with Rayne. Our niece Nayele and his grandaughter continue to correspond
via e-mail. I am sorry that we didn't have the chance to spend more time together. Michael was a true gentleman devoted to Christ, He treasured all of God's creations and was passionate about his belief in the sanctity of life. He gifted a fountain pen to our niece which she will forever treasure, Rest in peace brother.
Pastor David and Mrs. Smail
left a message on June 20, 2019:
I first met Mike a few years ago when he attended the Church in Goodman when he was at his cabin in Armstrong Creek.That was the beginning of a great Christian relationship. When he was at his cabin he would be in Church on Sunday. Sometimes after Church we would share a Pizza together.
We also spent many hours on the phone discussing spiritual theories and praying together.
I was especially grateful for the encouraging attitude that Mike always maintained to encourage his fellow Christians and especially his Pastor. Words cannot describe fully my thankfulness for the time we had together and I am truly looking forward to fellowshipping with Mike again in Glory.
l
left a message on June 17, 2019:
DC
left a message on June 17, 2019:
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Sharon (Beckley) Clapham
left a message on June 16, 2019:
John Carah
left a message on June 16, 2019:
Bob McKee (Bugs)
left a message on June 15, 2019:
Waupaca, grade school through high school, ski trips, his younger sibs of whom Mike was very protective. I remember the beagles and the Mr Wagg incident ( ask Jim Ragus) and other mischieve. I regret not staying in closer touch with Mike but we always had a great time when we connected. He was a good friend and good man.
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Larry Lyons
left a message on October 10, 2019:
John Stone-Wilms and Barbara Wilms-Stone
left a message on July 1, 2019:
in his life but we became fast friends with many shared childhood Boy Scout experiences. We spent time (but never enough) time talking about our Eagle Scout training, outdoor adventures, and love of Nature. Michael was an expert in plant identification and bird identification and he gifted me his copy of the Boy Scout Handbook and Field Manual. We spent time with his family at the cabin and with his
grandchildren and with Rayne. Our niece Nayele and his grandaughter continue to correspond
via e-mail. I am sorry that we didn't have the chance to spend more time together. Michael was a true gentleman devoted to Christ, He treasured all of God's creations and was passionate about his belief in the sanctity of life. He gifted a fountain pen to our niece which she will forever treasure, Rest in peace brother.
Pastor David and Mrs. Smail
left a message on June 20, 2019:
I first met Mike a few years ago when he attended the Church in Goodman when he was at his cabin in Armstrong Creek.That was the beginning of a great Christian relationship. When he was at his cabin he would be in Church on Sunday. Sometimes after Church we would share a Pizza together.
We also spent many hours on the phone discussing spiritual theories and praying together.
I was especially grateful for the encouraging attitude that Mike always maintained to encourage his fellow Christians and especially his Pastor. Words cannot describe fully my thankfulness for the time we had together and I am truly looking forward to fellowshipping with Mike again in Glory.
l
left a message on June 17, 2019:
DC
left a message on June 17, 2019:
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Sharon (Beckley) Clapham
left a message on June 16, 2019:
John Carah
left a message on June 16, 2019:
Bob McKee (Bugs)
left a message on June 15, 2019:
Waupaca, grade school through high school, ski trips, his younger sibs of whom Mike was very protective. I remember the beagles and the Mr Wagg incident ( ask Jim Ragus) and other mischieve. I regret not staying in closer touch with Mike but we always had a great time when we connected. He was a good friend and good man.
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