Kaegi, William A. “Bill” Appleton Age 58, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 5, 2010. He was born in Milwaukee on November 15, 1951, the son of the late William and Neoma (Tiefenthaler) Kaegi. On October 9, 2000 he married Alison Brahe Nigl. Bill was a caring and giving person who was always willing to…
Continue ReadingKaegi, William A.
“Bill”
Appleton
Age 58, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 5, 2010. He was born in Milwaukee on November 15, 1951, the son of the late William and Neoma (Tiefenthaler) Kaegi. On October 9, 2000 he married Alison Brahe Nigl. Bill was a caring and giving person who was always willing to help when friends and family needed his support. He had the gift of gab and always made others feel comfortable. Bill enjoyed life to the fullest. He loved to travel and enjoyed yearly vacations to the Florida Keys. He especially loved the Northwoods having spent summers on the Eagle River Chain since childhood. He graduated and earned his Masters Degree in Business from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee. After his graduation he was employed by American Motors and American Suzuki Motor Company. Most recently, Bill was enjoying his career as a real estate professional in the Fox Valley area. His positive attitude, huge smile and infectious laugh will be remembered by all who knew him.
Bill will be greatly missed by his wife, Alison; children: Christopher and Nicole Kaegi of Oak Creek; step-children: Sarah (Robert) Cooper and his infant granddaughter, Olivia, of Menasha and Christopher Nigl of Menasha; brother: Don (Nancy) Kaegi of Troy, MI; mother-in-law, Grace Savage of Appleton; brothers-in-law, Bruce (Judy) Brahe of Menasha and David (Sue) Brahe of Eagle River; and is further survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law, Dr. Neil Brahe.
The funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 10, 2010, at OUR SAVIOUR'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 3009 N. Meade St., Appleton, with Rev. Kurt Hoffman officiating. Friends will be received at the funeral home on Sunday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and at the church on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bill Kaegi Memorial Fund and sent to the Wichmann Funeral Home.
Wichmann Funeral Home
537 North Superior Street
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 739-1231
Chris Dobry
left a message on December 3, 2010:
I will always remember how patient and helpful Bill was. He helped my wife and I buy our first house and made it a very pleasant experience. He was a great guy with a great smile. You will be missed.
Karen McCleery
left a message on May 12, 2010:
Al, I don't have the words... just know that you are in my thoughts and we'll talk soon.
Love, Karen Lou
Cherie Plummer
left a message on May 10, 2010:
My dear Allison and Family my deepest hearfelt love go out to you. I was honored to work and know Bill for over 20 years and have him as a very close friend, mentor and like family. Bill always was kind, caring and always had you're best
interest in mind. If I or any one of us needed help Bill was there for support, hugs and care. Bill and all of us teesed each other. . Bill, never let you down. This is very hard for me to lose someone very dear and special. Bill was there for me through my Mom journey with cancer. Bill you were a super person and friend. I'll still try to talk to you and get advise. I can't wait to see you in heaven
to be around you again. God bless his family, take good care of Bill and give ever lasting peace and strength during this great lost. Amen Love you Bill
you're buddy Always Cherie
Joan Knoernschild Robinson
left a message on May 10, 2010:
I knew Bill as a family friend in the 1960's and 70's. He spent many hours at my family home on 80th Street. I got to be a good friend of Bill's, but lost touch many years ago. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I would love to catch up with the family. My prayers are with you and your family.
Coyne CallaghanJr.
left a message on May 10, 2010:
I was very sorry to learn of Bill's recent passing. I had the joy and privilege of; being a classmate with him at UWM, working with him in the AMC/JEEP days, and enjoying Summer fun in Eagle River. It was always great to see him and share a story and a good laugh. I wish my heart felt condolences to his family. Coyne Callaghan Jr. - Eau Claire, WI.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
John Bookstaver
left a message on May 10, 2010:
Dear Alison and Family. My heart and prayers are with you. Bill and I shared many moments of joy and tears during those years we worked together at Suzuki. God only knows how much we had in common. I can still feel those warm inviting bear hugs. He was and will always be a true and loyal friend. He definitely left his footprints of love on my heart. I will cherish his memory always. See you in Heaven my friend,
God Bless you ALL
Bookie
Betty & Lee West
left a message on May 10, 2010:
Allison, we are so sorry to hear about Bill. Please find comfort, strength and peace in knowing others care. You are in our thoughts and
prayers.
Wallie Manteuffel
left a message on May 9, 2010:
Alison, I am so very sorry to hear about Bill. He was a great guy and I will miss him wishing me to drive safely.
Wallie
Rog and Peg Wittig
left a message on May 9, 2010:
Although its been many years since we have seen Bill my wife and I have fond memories of our friendship with Bill. He was a great guy and it was a pleasure to have him as a friend. We are sorry for your loss. Roger and Peggy Wittig
John and Kate Wenning
left a message on May 9, 2010:
Alison: We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Patrick Murphy
left a message on May 8, 2010:
I am so sorry for this truly unexpected loss. Bill was a great guy and a great friend. It seems as if there are not many truly good men in the world anymore and we could ill afford to lose one of them in Bill. He will be missed by the many people who were lucky enough to know him.
Jody Yahner
left a message on May 8, 2010:
To my beloved friend, Bill was a great road man and a man that I always said that if I was in a fight for my life Bill would be the man I would want on my side.
God Bless you Bill, I will see you in heaven. Jody
Bob Foley
left a message on May 8, 2010:
Alison and family. I am so sorry for your loss.I got the call this morning, and was shocked. While working at American Suzuki, I was pleased when Bill joined our merry group of AMC alumni at Suzuki. I remember when you were married and was so pleased for you both. Bill was a good friend, a great guy, and everyone whose life he touched will miss him. His memory lives on. May God bless him.
Bob Foley - Wakefield MA
Charlie Drake
left a message on May 8, 2010:
Allison, I was very sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Bill and I had some Great years at Suzuki and Ducks Unlimited in Appleton. I'm very thankful for Bill introducing me and my family to Eagle River Wisconsin and the memories we have had there in winter snowmobiling and the ATV parade when Eagle River welcomed the WATV association. We will always remember Bill when visiting Eagle River in the future.
Betty and I thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Bless the lord Jesus Christ for the time we had together.
Charlie & Betty Drake
58 Eagle Mead Place
The Woodlands, TX 77382
847-687-3877
[email protected]
Karen Lauer
left a message on May 8, 2010:
My sympathy for your loss. Bill was a wonderful person. I was sad to see his obituary. I will keep him and your family in my prayers.
Glenn Spara
left a message on May 8, 2010:
Our Sympathy to the Kaegi family
I will always have found memories of the time Bill an I worked for American Motors in the late 70's amd early 80's. We would car pool from Milwaukee to the AMC Chicago Zone office,often two-three times a week. Thinking of those times we spent together brings back many pleasant and fond memories.We had maney laughs together! Bill was always alot of fun to be with.
Glenn & Linda Spara
Big Bend, WI.
Shirley Arnoldussen
left a message on May 7, 2010:
Alison I was so sorry to hear about Bill. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If I can do any thing please let me know.
Shirley
Tom Taubert
left a message on May 7, 2010:
Kaegi, my deepest sympathies to your family. Though we lost touch many years ago you will be foundly remembered. Our friendship in the '70s & '80s covered a lot of good, fun & high times: UWM, Hooligans, the many times in Eagle River, the Florida trip, etc...
You will be missed.
Taubert, Linke, Polacheck, Rog & Peg, Joe, Ed, Bukula and others
Joan Strand
left a message on May 7, 2010:
Sending our deepest sympathy to the Kaegi family. We fondly remember those friendships of the 70's that Bill was such a part of. Rest in peace Bill. God bless.
Jim and Joan Strand
Shane Browning
left a message on May 7, 2010:
Alison and family, Bill was one of the best friends I had during my time with Suzuki. We shared lots of laughs - a few frustrations - and many good times together.
Earlier this week my wife had asked me if I'd heard anything from Bill recently. I was planning to track him down soon....
I am so sorry for your loss!! Our hearts and prayers will be with you and yours. May God provide peace, comfort and love in the midst of this storm.
Sincerely,
Shane Browning
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Jack and Linda Ourada
left a message on May 7, 2010:
Allison, We are so very sorry. We will miss Bill's smile and laugh. Our thoughts, concerns and prayers are with you and your family.
Katie Drescher
left a message on May 7, 2010:
With deepest sympathy we are thinking of you lovingly and remembering you and all of your family in our prayers.
Susie and Gary Duven
left a message on May 6, 2010:
Alison, you're in our thoughts and prayers.......and know we'll miss Bill deeply. What a great man he was.....
Nicki Werner
left a message on May 6, 2010:
Allison, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this trying time for you....NIcki
Elaine Presby
left a message on May 6, 2010:
Alison I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ina Montgomery
left a message on May 6, 2010:
Alison and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill was a sweet man and will be sadly missed.
Ina & Jeff Montgomery, and Kyle
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Chris Dobry
left a message on December 3, 2010:
I will always remember how patient and helpful Bill was. He helped my wife and I buy our first house and made it a very pleasant experience. He was a great guy with a great smile. You will be missed.
Karen McCleery
left a message on May 12, 2010:
Al, I don't have the words... just know that you are in my thoughts and we'll talk soon.
Love, Karen Lou
Cherie Plummer
left a message on May 10, 2010:
My dear Allison and Family my deepest hearfelt love go out to you. I was honored to work and know Bill for over 20 years and have him as a very close friend, mentor and like family. Bill always was kind, caring and always had you're best
interest in mind. If I or any one of us needed help Bill was there for support, hugs and care. Bill and all of us teesed each other. . Bill, never let you down. This is very hard for me to lose someone very dear and special. Bill was there for me through my Mom journey with cancer. Bill you were a super person and friend. I'll still try to talk to you and get advise. I can't wait to see you in heaven
to be around you again. God bless his family, take good care of Bill and give ever lasting peace and strength during this great lost. Amen Love you Bill
you're buddy Always Cherie
Joan Knoernschild Robinson
left a message on May 10, 2010:
I knew Bill as a family friend in the 1960's and 70's. He spent many hours at my family home on 80th Street. I got to be a good friend of Bill's, but lost touch many years ago. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I would love to catch up with the family. My prayers are with you and your family.
Coyne CallaghanJr.
left a message on May 10, 2010:
I was very sorry to learn of Bill's recent passing. I had the joy and privilege of; being a classmate with him at UWM, working with him in the AMC/JEEP days, and enjoying Summer fun in Eagle River. It was always great to see him and share a story and a good laugh. I wish my heart felt condolences to his family. Coyne Callaghan Jr. - Eau Claire, WI.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
John Bookstaver
left a message on May 10, 2010:
Dear Alison and Family. My heart and prayers are with you. Bill and I shared many moments of joy and tears during those years we worked together at Suzuki. God only knows how much we had in common. I can still feel those warm inviting bear hugs. He was and will always be a true and loyal friend. He definitely left his footprints of love on my heart. I will cherish his memory always. See you in Heaven my friend,
God Bless you ALL
Bookie
Betty & Lee West
left a message on May 10, 2010:
Allison, we are so sorry to hear about Bill. Please find comfort, strength and peace in knowing others care. You are in our thoughts and
prayers.
Wallie Manteuffel
left a message on May 9, 2010:
Alison, I am so very sorry to hear about Bill. He was a great guy and I will miss him wishing me to drive safely.
Wallie
Rog and Peg Wittig
left a message on May 9, 2010:
Although its been many years since we have seen Bill my wife and I have fond memories of our friendship with Bill. He was a great guy and it was a pleasure to have him as a friend. We are sorry for your loss. Roger and Peggy Wittig
John and Kate Wenning
left a message on May 9, 2010:
Alison: We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Patrick Murphy
left a message on May 8, 2010:
I am so sorry for this truly unexpected loss. Bill was a great guy and a great friend. It seems as if there are not many truly good men in the world anymore and we could ill afford to lose one of them in Bill. He will be missed by the many people who were lucky enough to know him.
Jody Yahner
left a message on May 8, 2010:
To my beloved friend, Bill was a great road man and a man that I always said that if I was in a fight for my life Bill would be the man I would want on my side.
God Bless you Bill, I will see you in heaven. Jody
Bob Foley
left a message on May 8, 2010:
Alison and family. I am so sorry for your loss.I got the call this morning, and was shocked. While working at American Suzuki, I was pleased when Bill joined our merry group of AMC alumni at Suzuki. I remember when you were married and was so pleased for you both. Bill was a good friend, a great guy, and everyone whose life he touched will miss him. His memory lives on. May God bless him.
Bob Foley - Wakefield MA
Charlie Drake
left a message on May 8, 2010:
Allison, I was very sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Bill and I had some Great years at Suzuki and Ducks Unlimited in Appleton. I'm very thankful for Bill introducing me and my family to Eagle River Wisconsin and the memories we have had there in winter snowmobiling and the ATV parade when Eagle River welcomed the WATV association. We will always remember Bill when visiting Eagle River in the future.
Betty and I thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Bless the lord Jesus Christ for the time we had together.
Charlie & Betty Drake
58 Eagle Mead Place
The Woodlands, TX 77382
847-687-3877
[email protected]
Karen Lauer
left a message on May 8, 2010:
My sympathy for your loss. Bill was a wonderful person. I was sad to see his obituary. I will keep him and your family in my prayers.
Glenn Spara
left a message on May 8, 2010:
Our Sympathy to the Kaegi family
I will always have found memories of the time Bill an I worked for American Motors in the late 70's amd early 80's. We would car pool from Milwaukee to the AMC Chicago Zone office,often two-three times a week. Thinking of those times we spent together brings back many pleasant and fond memories.We had maney laughs together! Bill was always alot of fun to be with.
Glenn & Linda Spara
Big Bend, WI.
Shirley Arnoldussen
left a message on May 7, 2010:
Alison I was so sorry to hear about Bill. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If I can do any thing please let me know.
Shirley
Tom Taubert
left a message on May 7, 2010:
Kaegi, my deepest sympathies to your family. Though we lost touch many years ago you will be foundly remembered. Our friendship in the '70s & '80s covered a lot of good, fun & high times: UWM, Hooligans, the many times in Eagle River, the Florida trip, etc...
You will be missed.
Taubert, Linke, Polacheck, Rog & Peg, Joe, Ed, Bukula and others
Joan Strand
left a message on May 7, 2010:
Sending our deepest sympathy to the Kaegi family. We fondly remember those friendships of the 70's that Bill was such a part of. Rest in peace Bill. God bless.
Jim and Joan Strand
Shane Browning
left a message on May 7, 2010:
Alison and family, Bill was one of the best friends I had during my time with Suzuki. We shared lots of laughs - a few frustrations - and many good times together.
Earlier this week my wife had asked me if I'd heard anything from Bill recently. I was planning to track him down soon....
I am so sorry for your loss!! Our hearts and prayers will be with you and yours. May God provide peace, comfort and love in the midst of this storm.
Sincerely,
Shane Browning
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Jack and Linda Ourada
left a message on May 7, 2010:
Allison, We are so very sorry. We will miss Bill's smile and laugh. Our thoughts, concerns and prayers are with you and your family.
Katie Drescher
left a message on May 7, 2010:
With deepest sympathy we are thinking of you lovingly and remembering you and all of your family in our prayers.
Susie and Gary Duven
left a message on May 6, 2010:
Alison, you're in our thoughts and prayers.......and know we'll miss Bill deeply. What a great man he was.....
Nicki Werner
left a message on May 6, 2010:
Allison, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this trying time for you....NIcki
Elaine Presby
left a message on May 6, 2010:
Alison I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ina Montgomery
left a message on May 6, 2010:
Alison and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill was a sweet man and will be sadly missed.
Ina & Jeff Montgomery, and Kyle
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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