Mike A. Nordlee

September 8, 1959 - August 31, 2019

Wichmann Funeral Home

537 N. Superior Street

Appleton, WI 54911

920-739-1231 |

Michael Allen Nordlee, age 59, of Appleton, Wisconsin passed away on August 31, 2019 in the comfort of his own home with his wife, Amy, at his side.

Michael was born on September 8, 1959 in Janesville, WI to the late Jerald and Kay (Voss) Nordlee. Following graduation from Janesville Parker High School in 1978, Mike enlisted in the U.S. Army and was stationed at Ft. Hood, Texas, serving from 1980-1983.

Most of Mike’s working career was in the overhead garage door business, with residential installation being his strong point, as well as doing service, sales and being in the shop. He also had a job delivering auto supplies and shuttling cars for a local dealership.

Mike was living in Milwaukee, WI when he and Amy met in 1987. He decided to move to Appleton in 1989 to closer to Amy. Mike and Amy were married October 3, 1992 in a beautiful outdoor wedding ceremony. Together they enjoyed camping and fishing in Northern Wisconsin, attending music festivals, concerts, traveling and playing cribbage. Mike loved singing and playing guitar and enjoyed jam sessions with friends. His music will be dearly missed.

Mike is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Amy; sisters, Julie Nordlee of Lincoln, NE and Kathleen Crisman of Janesville; siblings-in-law, Brian (Jill James) Brandt of Portland, OR and Meredith (Phil) Seidl of Eau Claire, WI; numerous dear nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Mike was preceded in death by parents-in-law, Nanette (Derold) Bohren and Harvey Brandt; and brother-in-law, Mark Crisman.

Mike’s family would like to give acknowledgement to the doctors and nurses at ThedaCare RMC of Appleton for the care they gave him for nearly 2 weeks. They would also like to thank the Hospice team and good friends who came to the house when Mike was able to return home.

A memorial service will be planned for Mike at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mike’s name may be made to GuitarsforVets.org or NEWLT.org (Northeast Wisconsin Land Trust).

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Michael Allen Nordlee, age 59, of Appleton, Wisconsin passed away on August 31, 2019 in the comfort of his own home with his wife, Amy, at his side. Michael was born on September 8, 1959 in Janesville, WI to the late Jerald and Kay (Voss) Nordlee. Following graduation from Janesville Parker High School in 1978,…

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Happy Birthday Mike. Just thinking of you on your birthday. Save me a piece of cake. :)

Amy, so sorry to hear about Mike. You & Mike‚Äôs family are in our thoughts & prayers.
Sending love & hugs during this very difficult time.
Gary & Bonnie
Garbisch

We All lost a Big part of our lives. Mike was always up beat, Great outlook on life and such a joy to be with.

We are so sorry to learn of your brother's death. I know this is a very hard time for you. Mike looks like fun guy.

Thinking of all of you. Our sympathy. We care. Mike and your parents were always such positive people. We miss them. With love and caring, Ruth and Harvey

Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.

Dear Amy, Ron & I were so sad to hear about Mike. We always enjoyed the times the cousins could get together. Thinking of you & wish you peace.

Amy, we are so sorry to hear about Mike. We thought of him as such a happy and friendly guy. Keeping you in our prayers.

Dear Amy,
So very sorry to hear this sad news. Mike was an awesome guy! Sending you our Love ‚ù§Ô∏è & Deepest Sympathy

So very sorry for your loss Julie & Kathy. I have such happy memories of all of us growing up together. Our parents were special friends . Prayers, may Mike Rest In Peace. Love, Anne (Boicourt) Erickson ‚ù§

Praying for you, Amy. All our love, Meixl Family

Amy,
You know I love you two as family & that will never change. You two have been true, loyal friends to me in some dark times... I loved playing music with Mike - he had great pickin', writing & vocal skills. I hope he'll visit me in my dreams to play "Bobber Fishin" once more. His zest & enthusiasm for life was inspiring and the love between you two was even more inspiring. Blessings & peace & healing to you & all who knew & loved Mike. You'll be in my prayers sweet lady.

Amy, I always enjoyed good conversations with Mike. He was a happy guy, mostly, and fun to be around. May God bless him with eternal joy and give you peace in your love for him that continues even now.

Amy,

How wonderful that you could have Mike home with you at the end. Hoping happy memories will bring you peace.

Haven't seen Mike near as much since he has been ill. When we did get together it was always a long session. I enjoyed Mike's sense of humor. I will always remember Mike walking through the neighborhood playing his mandoline. Rest in peace my friend. You will be missed.

Mike was a great spirit and loved to have fun. He and his music will be missed.
Rest in peace my friend

From the bottom..and top... hell from our whole hearts and bodies we give you our condolences. Mike was the only person I ever watched play a banjo with a slide and it was amazing. Always wanted to have the musical talent he had and appreciate the guitar lessons he gave me when he visited us. Long story short I, and my family, appreciate the time we had with Mike. Christy, Kyra, Evan and I all loved Mike as much we love you.

Amy, Phil and I are so sorry that Mike left so soon. It just doesn‚Äôt seem possible, but we will always remember our great family times with you two. The long weekends over Christmas and New Years, the fun by the river at mom & DB‚Äôs, listening to Mike play at your place, all of it. Until we meet again, Mike...rest easy. ‚ù§Ô∏è

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.