Gietman, Theodora

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• Immigration: 27 Apr 1948, New York, New York, New York, USA; on the ship Nieuw Amsterdam from Rotterdam
• Obituary: 29 Dec 1994; Appleton Post Crescent

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Theodora Gietman 2/16/1903 12/28/1994 Post Crescent 12/29/1994 B 6

Theodora married Cops, Edmund 28 Dec 1922, , , , Netherlands. Edmund (son of Cops, Peter Joseph Lambert Edmund and Molmans, Petronella) was born 11 Jul 1897, Boxmeer, , Noord-Brabant, Netherlands; died 4 Apr 1985, Kimberly, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; was buried Aft 4 Apr 1985, Holy Name Catholic Cemetery, Kimberly, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

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• Immigration: Abt 1948
• Obituary: 27 Aug 2007; Appleton Post Crescent

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Nelly Van Nuland, Kimberly, 83, passed away peacefully Aug. 25, 2007, after a courageous battle with cancer. We know that she is rejoined in heaven with Jesus and in reunion with those who have gone before her. Nelly emigrated to the U.S. in 1948 from Nijmegen, Holland and married Martin (Marty) Van Nuland on June 22, 1950, He preceded her in death on Dec. 18, 1994. She worked for Zwicker Knitting and Kimberly Clark, Corp. Upon her retirement, she enjoyed many years of volunteer work in the gift shop at St. Elizabeth's Hospital. Nelly and Marty greatly enjoyed 25 years of active retirement together. Nelly touched many lives and was known as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Her greatest source of pride and pleasure were her four grandchildren who she loved dearly and who held a special place in her heart. She centered her life around her family and friends. Nelly truly enjoyed life and treasured her relationships with others. She was known for her quiet generosity and consistent caring for those around her. Nelly kept very active throughout her life, and thoroughly enjoyed activities with family and friends, reading, knitting and crocheting, as well as her Friday luncheons and cards with "the girls." Nelly handled her illness with incredible courage, dignity and grace. Throughout her life, she took tremendous comfort in her deep and abiding faith and frequently expressed gratitude to be blessed with such a happy and wonderful life. She was a member of Holy Name (Holy Spirit) parish and the American Legion Auxiliary.
She will be deeply missed by her children and grandchildren, Michael Van Nuland, his wife, Sue and their children, Melissa and Matthew; Sue (Van Nuland) Waltman and her husband, Mark, and Donald Van Nuland, his wife, Laura and their daughters, Danielle and Anna. Other survivors include her sisters and brothers and their spouses, Mary Havinga (and deceased husband, Bill), Rev. Peter Cops, Annie and Ken Schuh, Hank and Joyce Cops, Eddie and Beverly Cops, Jerry and Bernice Cops, Rev. Gus Cops, Margie and Paul Young, as well as many nieces and nephews. Nelly is also remembered by many wonderful friends who provided significant care, support, and encouragement during the past 17 months.
In addition to her husband, Nelly is predeceased by her parents, Edmund and Theodora Cops, and her sisters, Dorothy Van Nuland and Josephine Vincent.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Tim Goggins at Fox Valley Hematology and Oncology, including Jenny, Jamie, and all of the support staff, and to the ThedaCare Hospice/Cherry Meadows Hospice team of Chris, Nancy, Jim, Kathy, Sarah, Heather, Sandy, April, Terry, Dr. Homburg, Chaplin Jordan and many others who provided such excellent and loving care for Mom.
A funeral mass will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2007, at Holy Spirit Parish, Kimberly, 600 E. Kimberly Ave. Kimberly, WI, with Nelly's brothers Fr. Gus Cops and Fr. Peter Cops officiating. Friends will be received at the Jansen Fargo Funeral Home, Kimberly, WI on Monday evening, August 27th from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and on Tuesday from 11 to 12:30 at the funeral home. A private family burial will be at Holy Name Cemetery, Kimberly, WI.
Nelly will be deeply
missed by all of those
who had the pleasure
of knowing her.
Jansen Fargo Funeral Home
204 E. Kimberly Avenue
Kimberly 920-788-6202

Mary married VanNuland, Martin 22 Jun 1950, Kimberly, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA. Martin (son of VanNuland, Henry and VanDriel, Johanna) was born 20 Aug 1921, Kimberly, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 18 Dec 1994, Kimberly, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; was buried Aft 18 Dec 1994, Holy Name Catholic Cemetery, Kimberly, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

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• Religious Vows: Aft 1943
• Ordained: 25 Mar 1952, , , , Netherlands
• Stationed at: Aft May 1952, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Appleton, Wisconsin, USA
• Obituary: Aft 12 Apr 2010; Appleton Post Crescent

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Immigration:
Unknown

Obituary:
Fr. Peter E. Cops S.S.S. - Fr. Peter E. Cops, 85, passed away on Monday, April 12, 2010 in Lacrosse. Fr. Peter was born in Nymegen, The Netherlands, on February 5, 1925. At an early age he entered the seminary staffed by members of the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament. He joined the Blessed Sacrament Fathers, and was ordained to the priesthood, in Holland, on March 25, 1952. That summer he celebrated his First Mass at Sacred Heart Parish in Appleton. A few months later Fr. Pete went to be a missionary in Brazil, where he ministered for 18 years. When he came to the United States, he spent a number of years promoting devotion to Christ in the Blessed Sacrament. He traveled to a number of dioceses, where he assisted in establishing perpetual adoration. In his retirement, Fr. Pete lived in La Crosse with other retired priests, where he was lovingly cared for by John Neuman, and the Diocese. Fr. Pete is survived by 3 sisters; Mary Havinga, Annie (Ken) Schuh, Margie (Paul) Young, and four brothers; Eddie (Beverly) Cops, Fr. Augustine Cops, O.F. M. Capuchin, Gerald (Bernice) Cops, Henry (Joyce) Cops, and brother-in-law John (Ellie) Vincent, and 39 nieces and nephews and their families. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emund and Theodora Cops, three sisters, Nellie Van Nuland, Dorothy Van Nuland, and Josie Vincent and three brothers-in-law, Martin Van Nuland, Joseph Van Nuland, Peter "Bill" Havinga and a niece, Maria Herrmann.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, April 15, 2010 at 11:00 AM at ST. PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH (410 E. Wallace St. Combined Locks) with Fr. Augustine "Gus" Cops con-celebrating. A time of visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 14, 2010 from 4:00 until 7:00 PM at the Church and on Thursday from 10:00 AM until the time of Mass. A prayer service will be held on Wednesday at 7:00 PM at the Church. Burial will be in the Holy Name Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been set up within the Cops Foundation of Kimberly, to help feed the world's poor, and support Pro-Life causes.
Jansen Fargo Funeral Home
204 E. Kimberly Ave
Kimberly WI 54136
920-788-6202

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• Immigration: 27 Apr 1948, New York, New York, New York, USA; on the ship Nieuw Amsterdam from Rotterdam
• Obituary: 24 Jan 2018; APC

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Maria J Havinga, age 91, passed away on January 22, 2018 at Gardens of Fountain Way. She was born on June 19, 1926 in Nymegen, Holland; the daughter of the late Edmund and Theodora (Gietman) Cops. Maria migrated to the United States in April 1948 with her family. She was united in marriage to Peter W. Havinga on May 26, 1951 in Kimberly, WI. Maria was a wonderful and generous mother. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, fishing and the occasional trip to the casino. Maria was a former member of Sacred Heart and St. Pius X Catholic Parishes of Appleton and St. Mary Catholic Parish of Phelps, WI. Maria over the years made over 87,000 Rosaries.
Maria is survived by two sons: Thomas (Susan) of Neenah and Timothy W. (Charlene) Havinga of Appleton; nine grandchildren: Kevin (Nicole) Havinga, Justin and Benjamin Havinga, Michelle, Sara and Jacob Havinga, Beth (Dave) Grant, Brian and David Herrmann; three great-grandchildren: Willem Grant, Hans and Holland Havinga, six siblings: Anny Schuh, Eddie (Beverly) Cops, Father Gus Cops OFM CAP., Jerry (Bernice) Cops, Hank (Joyce) Cops and Margie (Paul) Young; she is further survived by many nieces, nephews and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Peter in 2003, two daughters: Wilma (Bill) Beckman and Maria Herrmann, grandson, Shane Selig and four siblings: Nelly (Mart) VanNuland, Father Peter Cops S.S.S., Dorothy (Joe) VanNuland and Josie (John) Vincent, and one brother-in-law, Ken Schuh.
A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:30 am on Friday, January 26, 2018 at St. Pius X, 500 W. Marquette Street, with Monsignor John Schuh officiating. Friends and family may visit at the church from 10:00 am until 11:15am. Interment will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery, Appleton.
The family would like to give a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Gardens of Fountain Way and Heartland Hospice for all their wonderful care that was given to Maria. Your kindness will never be forgotten.
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent on Jan. 24, 2018

Maria married Havinga, Peter William 26 May 1951, Kimberly, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA. Peter (son of Havinga, Peter Johannes and VanUden, Wilhelmina) was born 31 Jan 1927, Kimberly, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 23 Apr 2003, Phelps, Vilas, Wisconsin, USA; was buried Aft 23 Apr 2003, St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Appleton, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Johanna married Schuh, Kenneth Henry (son of Schuh, John James and Obarska, Othelia "Tilly") [Group Sheet]

Dorothy married VanNuland, Joseph 28 Apr 1951, Kimberly, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA. Joseph (son of VanNuland, Henry and VanDriel, Johanna) was born 29 Dec 1923, Kimberly, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 6 Aug 1992, Wildwood, Sumter, Florida, USA; was buried Aft 6 Aug 1992, Holy Name Catholic Cemetery, Kimberly, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

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• Immigration: 27 Apr 1948, New York, New York, New York, USA; on the ship Nieuw Amsterdam from Rotterdam

Gerardus married Fields, Bernice Clara [Group Sheet]

Margaret — Young, Paul. [Group Sheet]

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• Obituary: 13 Jul 2012; Appleton Post Crescent

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Ronald M. Van Nuland, age 53, beloved father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2012 at his home in Kimberly. Don was born on November 2, 1958 in Appleton, son of the late Marty and Nelly (Cops) Van Nuland. Don grew up in the Appleton area and graduated from Lawrence University. He worked for many years for Menasha Corporation, living in St. Louis and Fort Wayne, IN, before transferring back to the Appleton area. Throughout his career, he also worked for Eagle Supply and Plastics Corp., and more recently did independent consulting for several firms. Don was an extraordinary person, and touched the lives of those who knew him. He will be dearly missed, but his presence will be felt for a lifetime.
Don is survived by his two daughters, Danielle Van Nuland and Anna Van Nuland; his brother, Michael (Sue) Van Nuland; his sister, Sue (Mark) Waltman; his niece, Melissa Van Nuland; his nephew, Matthew Van Nuland; a special friend, Debbie Pierre; and many other aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives and friends. He is also survived by his former wife, Laura Denton. He was a longtime friend of Bill W. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marty and Nelly Van Nuland.
A Mass of Christial Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 14, 2012 at ST. PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH, 410 E. Wallace St., Combined Locks, with Fr. Andrew Kysely officiating. Friends may call on Saturday at church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the mass. Interment at Holy Spirit Cemetery, Kimberly, will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Don's name may be made to a fund that has been established.
We love you Dad, and you'll be forever in our hearts.
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent from July 13 to July 14, 2012

Donald married Denton, Laura [Group Sheet]

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• Obituary: 14 May 2013; Appleton Post Crescent

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Wilma "Willie" J. (Havinga) Beckman was born on January 2, 1953 to Mary (Cops) and Peter Havinga in Appleton, WI. Willie attended Xavier Appleton High School, graduating as part of the class of 1971.
Willie brought a passionate zest, attitude, and sense of humor in everything she did. She was a dedicated realtor and avid Beatles fan. During her life Willie enjoyed bird watching, fishing, and vacationing in the Caribbean.
Willie Beckman departed this life on May 13, 2013. Willie was blessed with many friends and family by her side. She was preceded in death by her son Shane Selig; father, Peter Havinga; husband, Billy D. Beckman; and beloved sister, Maria Havinga. She leaves to cherish her memory, her daughter, Beth (David Grant) Beckman; her grandson, Willem Grant; her spouse, Peter Zingshiem; her mother Mary Havinga; and two brothers, Tom and Tim Havinga;
The funeral liturgy will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 1:00 PM at ST. PIUS X CATHOLIC CHURCH, 500 W. Marquette St. A time of visitation will be held on Thursday from 12:00 noon until the time of the service at the Church.
The family would like to thank Theda Care at Home Hospice, all of those who support Community Benefit Tree and those who supported Willie's Magical Mystery Fund for all of their care and support.
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent on May 14, 2013

Wilma married Selig, Mark Thomas (son of Selig, Russell Albert and Kools, Frances Eva) [Group Sheet]

Wilma married Beckman, Billy D. Aft 1971. Billy died Bef 2013. [Group Sheet]

Thomas married Kohl, Karen [Group Sheet]

Timothy married Konkol, Charlene [Group Sheet]

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• Obituary: 7 Jan 2009; Appleton Post Crescent

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Maria Herrmann, age 49, of Hortonville, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2009, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Those who knew her admired her courage and positive outlook throughout her entire illness. Maria was born in Appleton on December 19, 1959, daughter of the late Peter Havinga and Maria (Cops) Havinga who currently resides in Phelps. Maria was a 1977 graduate of Xavier High School and also worked as a clerk in the Appleton Post Office. Many will remember Maria as the familiar face of the Scrip Program for the Appleton Catholic Education System (ACES), but for the past year or so she had worked as an administrative accountant there. She enjoyed boating, fishing, traveling, really anything that gave her time with her family. She enjoyed being a wife to Dave and as well as being a mother to David and Brian. She was so proud of them, and they brought her much happiness through the years.
Maria is survived by her husband, whom she married on October 21, 1989: David Herrmann, of Hortonville; her two sons: David and Brian, both at home; her mother: Maria Havinga of Phelps, Wisconsin; two brothers: Tom Havinga of Kaukauna and Tim (Charlene) Havinga of Appleton; a sister: Wilma "Willie" (Pete) Beckman of Appleton; her mother-in-law: Sue Herrmann of Waupaca; a brother-in-law: Arthur "Chip" Herrmann of Waupaca; and sisters-in-law: Marcia Herrmann of New London; Kris (Jim) Serwe of Kaukauna; and Lisa Straw of Fremont. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, other relatives and countless friends.
She was preceded in death by her father Peter Havinga, her father-in-law Arthur Herrmann, a brother-in-law Bill Beckman, and a nephew Shane Selig.
The funeral liturgy for Maria will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, January 9, 2009, at ST. PIUS X Catholic Church, 500 W. Marquette Street in Appleton. Maria's uncles, Fr. Gus Cops and Fr. Peter Cops will officiate. Interment will be in Appleton's Riverside Cemetery. Friends may call directly at the church on Friday morning from 9:30 a.m. until the hour of the service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established to honor Maria's memory.
The family would like to offer their gratitude to Dr. Guenther and his staff, and to everyone at the Martha Siekman Center. We knew Maria could have been in no better hands. Thank you all so much for everything you have done.
Wichmann Funeral Home 537 N. Superior Street Appleton 920-739-1231

Maria married Herrmann, David [Group Sheet]

Dorothy — Voster, Jerry. [Group Sheet]

Dorothy married Appleton, Richard Alfred (son of Appleton, Joseph Earl and VandeHey, Rosann) [Group Sheet]

Mary — Wydeven, Thomas. [Group Sheet]

Paul married Salzer, Julie (daughter of Salzer, Robert L. and Doemel, Nancy) [Group Sheet]

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• Obituary: Aft 6 Jan 2017

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Obituary:
Henry J. Van Nuland, found eternal peace on January 6, 2017, at the age of 64. He will be dearly missed by his sisters, Lynn Sprangers (Mike Gousha) of Fox Point, WI and Debra (Steve) Weber of Carmel, IN, his three loving nieces, Amber (Chris) Van Den Berg of Westfield, IN, Lindsay (Mike) Emer of Wauwatosa, WI and Shannon (Brendan) Kelly, Minneapolis, MN and his grandniece and grandnephew Avery and Tyson Van Den Berg. Henry also enjoyed the kindness and attention of many aunts, uncles and cousins from the Van Nuland and Cops families.
He was born on September 15, 1952, the oldest child of Joe and Dorothy (Cops) Van Nuland. He will be buried alongside his parents who will be the first to welcome him to his eternal home. While he lived with a significant developmental disability, Henry's life was filled with the love and care of so many. He grew up in Kimberly and the "Ann Street" kids were protective and inclusive whenever possible. Henry spent a short time at St. Coletta School (Jefferson, WI) and 30 years at Northern Wisconsin Center (Chippewa Falls, WI) before moving to Russert Court Group Home in 1994. He lived out his life there which gave him opportunities to attend performances at the Fox Cities PAC, take in a ballgame, and enjoy family reunions and car rides, especially when they ended in lunch or a stop for ice cream. Henry's life was much too short but he did more to help people appreciate their own good health and good fortune than he will ever know.
The family wishes to thank the Clarity Care staff at Russet Court; Dr. Jessica Johnston-Rickert and Dr. Thomas Rowell for their long-standing attention to Henry; and, the medical team at ThedaCare-Appleton, especially Dr. Ben Duffy, for their care in Henry's final days.
Funeral services for Henry will be at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 15, 2017, at the WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME, 537 N. Superior Street, Appleton, with Deacon Bud Klister officiating. The visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorial contributions be made to SOAR Fox Cities, 211 E. Franklin, Suite A, Appleton, WI 54911, a local non-profit that serves adults with developmental disabilities or to a charity of your choosing. Online condolences may be offered atwww.wichmannfargo.com
For our present troubles are small and won't last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever. Corinthians 4:17