Schoettler, Martha

Martha — Klarner, Frank John. Frank (son of Klarner, Walter Sebastian and Sommers, Wilhelmina "Minnie") was born 7 Mar 1894; died 18 Feb 1982. [Group Sheet]

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• Obituary: 6 Nov 2012; Appleton Post Crescent

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Obituary:
Gilbert F. "Gib" Klarner, age 91, passed away on Sunday, November 4, 2012, with his loving family by his side, at the Valley VNA in Neenah. Gilbert was born the son of the late Frank and Martha (Schoettler) Klarner on May 2, 1921, in Appleton. He moved to Neenah at a very early age and went through the Neenah school system, graduating from NHS in 1939. Gilbert worked for KC for several years, then for Hafemeister Machine Company until he entered the USMC during WWII. He served in the USMC about 3 ½ years in the Solomon Islands and at Cherry Point, NC in Marine Aviation. Gilbert was discharged from the USMC as a Technical Sergeant. Later on in 1947 he enlisted in the USAF, during which he proudly served as a military escort, escorting the remains of those killed in WWII overseas to their parents, wives or relatives for local burial or to a National Cemetery. He then served as a flight engineer in Japan and Korea during the Korean War. He was discharged as a Technical Sergeant after 4 years of service. He was very proud to continue his affiliation by attending military reunions throughout the country.
On November 17, 1951, he married the love of his life, Elizabeth "Betty" Yanggen at St. Mary Catholic Church in Menasha. After he was married, he was employed in the heating, air conditioning, and pipefitting profession for many years and was a member of U.A. Local 400 in Appleton. He retired in 1985, but remained an active union member for 50 years. He greatly enjoyed the sport of motorcycling for many years on his Harley's. He was a member of the Appleton and Green Bay HOG (Harley Owners Group) Chapters. He enjoyed many trips to HOG rallies all over the country, as well as participating in charity rides and events. His special yearly trek was riding his bike out to Sturgis.
Gilbert will be missed by his loving wife of almost 61 years, Betty; their seven children: Michael A., Appleton, Thomas G., Arlington, VA, Mary Ellen (Nicholas) Kees, Mequon, Kathryn A. (Murice) Standiford, Grants Pass OR, Robert G., Neenah, Susan J. (Kevin) Wilz, Menasha, and Peggy J., Palm Desert, CA; grandchildren: Anna and Matthew Kees and a niece, Gloria (Harold Stops) Falkavage.
He was also preceded in death by two sisters: Gloria and Margaret; and a brother, Kenneth.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 10, 2012, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 528 Second Street, Menasha, with Fr. Paul Paider officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:30 am until the hour of the Mass at the church. Interment will take place in St. Mary Cemetery, Town of Menasha. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established.
Sign the guest book or light a candle in memory of Gilbert at our website.
Gilbert's family would like to thank the caregivers at the Valley VNA and to Theda Care at Home Hospice for all of their loving care and kindness; it will never be forgotten.
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent from November 6 to November 8, 2012

Gilbert married Yanggen, Elizabeth "Betty" (daughter of Yanggen, Sylvester F. and Sprangers, Anna) [Group Sheet]