Roberts, Thelma G.

Other Events:

• 1920 Census: 1920, Buchanan, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; Page 16a
• Occupation: Bef 25 Jul 1950; Home Maker
• Death Record - Civil: 25 Jul 1950; Outagamie County Death records Vol 50 page 402
• Obituary: 26 Jul 1950; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

1920 Census:
Listed living with Powe rs family as servant, listed age as 29, born in Wisconsin, father bo rn in Canada mother born in Wisconsin.

Occupation:
Home Maker

Death Record - Civil:
1950 Outagamie County Death records Vol 50 page 402 Thelma Powers, July 2 5, 1950cause; carcinoma of the cervix,with geralized metastasis, other significa nt condition; Pulmonary embolus, occupation; Housewife - domestic

Buried:
1950 Holy Cross Cemetery Tombstone William H. Powers 1889 - 1947, Thel ma G. 1896 - 1950

Thelma married Powers, William Harold Abt 1920, Waukegan, Lake, Illinois, USA. William (son of Powers, John "Jack" and Rohan, Helena) was born 1 Jan 1889, Buchanan, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 21 Apr 1947, Buchanan, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; was buried Aft 21 Apr 1947, Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Kaukauna, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Education - High School: 1939, Kaukauna, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• Education - High School: 1940, Kaukauna, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• Military Service: Bef 1946
• Residence: 2000, Denton, Denton, Texas, USA
• Residence: 2001, Denton, Denton, Texas, USA
• Occupation: Bef 30 Jun 2006; owner of Jim Powers' Motors
• Obituary: 9 Jul 2006; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

Education - High School:
Kaukauna High School Class of 1939

Education - High School:
Kaukauna High School Class of 1940

Military Service:
US Navy during World War II

Residence:
listed as resident of Denton Texas in sister Mary's obituary July 2000

Residence:
Listed as resident of Denton Texas in sister Lorraine's obituary Oct 2001

Occupation:
owner of Jim Powers' Motors

Obituary:
Powers, Sherman J. "Ji m"Sherman J. "Jim" Powers, of Denton, Texas, age 85, passed away after a sho rt illness on Friday, June 30, 2006, in Denton, Texas. Jim was born Apr il 4, 1921, to William and Thelma Powers in Kaukauna, Wisconsin. He attend ed Kaukauna Public Schools. He met and married Maydelle Parker of Los Ange les, CA in 1942. She passed away in November, 1976. He served his count ry during World War II and was honorably discharged from the Navy in 194 6.On May 19, 1984, he married Pat Thomas of Denton. As the owner of Jim Powe rs' Motors, he became known as the "flag man" because of his fight befo re the City Council to fly the American Flag on the antennae of the vehicl es on his lot. As a full blooded Irishman, Jim was full of blarney and lov ed to tell wonderful stories-both fact and fiction. He captivated the atte ntion of his grandchildren with hours and hours of stories about "the litt le people" (Leprechauns). Jim loved to dance and he and Pat spent many go od times doing so. Possessing a beautiful, tenor voice, Jim enjoyed singi ng Irish songs at any gathering, particularly on St. Patrick's Day, his fa vorite day of the year. Jim's presence always filled the room with laughte r. He also enjoyed the game of poker and hosted a weekly game with his clo se friends. Jim was dearly loved by all his family and friends and wi ll be deeply missed.Jim is survived by Pat Powers of Denton, TX, his wife of 22 years; two bro thers: Richard Powers and wife Marie, and Wilfred Powers, all of Appleto n; former sister-in-law Olive Newman and husband Leon and former brother-i n-law Robert Parker, all of CA; three daughters: Shannon Powers and Debb ie Guidry of New Orleans, LA; Vicki Berg and husband Earl of Antioch, C A; three sons: Gary Thomas and wife Gaye of Denton, TX; Richard Thomas a nd friend Lesa Cochran of San Antonio, TX; Dave Thomas and friend Kathle en McCulloch of Mesquite, TX; four grandchildren: Amy Thomas-Varner and hu sband Matt Varner of Frisco, TX ; Desiree Thomas Phillips of Pflugervill e, TX; and Kyle and David Berg of CA.Jim was preceded in death by his parents, sister Lorraine Damro, sister-in -law Joannie Powers, and his beloved Pekingese pets, Chang and Mindy.It was Jim's wish to be cremated and buried next to his sister. Jim's Memo rial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 12, 2006, at ST. M ARY CATHOLIC CHURCH, 119 West Seventh Street, Kaukauna. Friends will be re ceived at Church on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Inur nment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Kaukauna.In lieu of flowers, the family requests that those wishing to make contrib utions, do so to their favorite charity, the American Lung Associati on or the American Heart Association.Boettcher Family Funeral Home of Kaukauna is assisting the family. 766-209 9.

Sherman married Parker, Maydell Abt 1942, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, USA. Maydell was born 22 Mar 1917, ?, Unknown Location; died 26 Nov 1976, Dallas, Dallas, Texas, USA; was buried , ?, Unknown Location. [Group Sheet]

Sherman married Thomas, Patricia [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Birth - Civil Record: 5 Aug 1922; Outagamie Vol 315 page 572
• Education - High School: 1939, Kaukauna, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• News Mention: 15 Mar 1939; Kaukauna Times
• Occupation: Bef 15 Oct 2001; Office Worker - Thilmany Pulp & Paper - 46 years
• Obituary: 16 Oct 2001; Appleton Post Crecsent

Notes:

Birth - Civil Record:
1922 Outagamie County Birth Records V 315 page 572; Lorraine born in Buch anan 8/05/1922 to William Powers and Thelma Roberts, married 5/13/1961.

Education - High School:
Kaukauna High School Class of 1939 (Picture Missing)

News Mention:
This week the Hall of Fame presents another member of the senior class, Lorraine Powers. Lorraine has no certain hobbies but enjoys dancing very much. She has taken a complete commercial course and would fill the requirements for the position of any office on graduation in June.

Occupation:
Office Worker - Thilmany Pulp & Paper - 46 years

Obituary:
See Image Powers-Damro, Lorraine 1 08 W. 14th St. KaukaunaAge 79, died Monday, October 15, 2001 at home with her family and frien ds at her side following a courageous 1 year battle with cancer. She was b orn August 5, 1922 in Kaukauna; daughter of the late William and Thelma (R oberts) Powers. Lorraine enjoyed golfing, bowling, traveling and goi ng to the casino and cooking for others. Her life was her dog, Muffin. S he was employed at the office at Thilmany Pulp and Paper for 46 years. S he was a member of St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Kaukauna and the Thilma ny Quarter Century Club. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Ly nn (John) Tuttle, Somerset, Wisconsin; a son and daughter-in-law, Dan (Shi rley) Domro, Menasha; two grandsons: Jeff (Wendy) Domro, Combined Locks; J im Domro, Menasha; two great-grandchildren, Dillan and Taylor Domro, Combi ned Locks; three brothers and sisters-in-law: Sherman (Patty) Powers, Dent on, Texas; Dick (Marie) Powers, Appleton; Wilfred (Joan) Powers, Kaukaun a. She is further survived by a special cousin, Marilyn (Kenneth) Tease, K aukauna; special friends, Grace Hanby and Cal DeBruin; and many nieces, ne phews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Ke nneth Powers, Joseph Powers, Kenneth Powers; and a sister, Mary Zirbe l. A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday at St. Aloysius Cat holic Church, Kaukauna with Fr. David Schmidt officiating. Friends may ca ll directly at the church from 3 p.m. Wednesday until the time of service s. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established for Theda Ca re Hospice, the American Cancer Society and the Outagamie County Humane So ciety. Boettcher Family Funeral Home, Kaukauna is assisting the family.The family would like to express their appreciation and thanks to Dr. Anth ony Phillips and staff and Theda Care Hospice Staff: Kathy, Lisa, Suzi, Ly nn, Kelly, Samantha and Sheila.

Lorraine married Damro, Charles 13 May 1961, ?, Unknown Location. Charles (son of Damro, Helmer "Elmer" Ernest and Guilfoyle, Bernice Johanna) was born 22 Dec 1918, Kaukauna, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 24 Nov 1997, Menasha, Winnebago, Wisconsin, USA; was buried , ?, Unknown Location. [Group Sheet]

Richard married Romenesko, Marie Marsella (daughter of Romenesko, Walter Henry and Schmalz, Eva H.) [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Address: Wilfred Powers; Address:
  100 E. 13th St
  Kaukauna, WI. 54130
• Military Service: Aft 1944; WWII, US Navy
• Obituary: 11 Jun 2015; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

Obituary:
Wilfred "Wolfie" E. Powers, age 88, Kaukauna, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at Brewster Village. He was born October 21, 1926 in Kaukauna, WI, son of the late William and Thelma (Roberts) Powers. Wolfie was a Navy Veteran, having served in WWII. On September 30, 1950 he married the former Joan Kelly at St. Patrick's Church in Green Bay. The couple lived in Kaukauna their entire married lives and enjoyed 51 years of marriage together prior to her death in December 2001. Wolfie owned Powers Pub and had worked there for 46 years. He was a great guy and was a genuine "people person". Wolfie enjoyed the Packers, Brewers and was his grandchildren's biggest sports fan. He loved, supported and "lived" for his grandchildren. He was a member of St. Katharine Drexel Parishes, Knights of Columbus, and VFW Post 3319.
He is survived by his son, Brian Powers, Appleton, daughter, Kelly Ann Powers, Kaukauna; also survived by Michelle Powers and 2 grandchildren: Brittany and Erin Powers; 1 brother and 2 sisters-in-law: Richard (Marie) Powers, Appleton and Pat Powers, Texas.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Joan, infant son, Michael; 4 brothers and a sister-in-law: Joe, Kenneth, Sherman, Kenneth and Geraldine Roberts; 2 sisters: Lorraine Powers and Mary (Al) Zirbel; a very special cousin, Marilyn (Roberts) Tease; his in-laws: Andrew and Gertrude (Dugan) Kelly.
Funeral Services for Wolfie will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at ST. KATHARINE DREXEL PARISH at ST. MARY CHURCH, 119 W Seventh St., Kaukauna with Fr. Jerry Pastors officiating. Friends may call directly at church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services. Burial will take place in Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established. Boettcher Family Funeral Home, Kaukauna is assisting the family. 766-2099 www.boettcherfamilyfuneral.com
The family would like to extend sincere thanks to the staffs of St. Elizabeth Hospital, Rennes Health Care, "Right at Home", and Brewster Village as well as Jane Brogan for the genuine care and concern shown to Wolfie. For 13 months he struggled to regain his life after surviving a horrific car accident and your assistance and compassion were appreciated during his attempted recovery.

Wilfred married Kelly, Joan 30 Sep 1950, Green Bay, Brown, Wisconsin, USA. Joan (daughter of Kelly, Andrew "AJ" and Dugan, Gertrude) was born 4 Dec 1929, Menominee, Menominee, Michigan, USA; died 29 Dec 2001, Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; was buried Aft 29 Dec 2001, Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Kaukauna, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Kathleen married Oliard, Paul Michael [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Education - High School: 1976, Kaukauna, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• Occupation: Bef 2016
• Obituary: 20 Jul 2016; APC

Notes:

Education - High School:
Kaukauna High School Class of 1976

Occupation:
Court Reporter

Obituary:
Kelly Ann Powers, Kaukauna, age 57 died unexpectedly on Monday, July 18, 2016 as the result of a heart attack. Funeral services for Kelly will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 23, 2016 at St. Katharine Drexel Parish at St. Mary Church. Friends may call directly at church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. A full obituary will appear in tomorrow's paper. Boettcher Family Funeral Home, Kaukauna is assisting the family. 920-766-2099 www.boettcherfamilyfuneral.com
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent on July 20, 2016

Kelly Ann Powers, Kaukauna, age 57 died unexpectedly on Monday, July 18, 2016 as the result of a heart attack. She was born December 9, 1958 in Kaukauna, WI, daughter of the late Wilfred "Wolfie" and Joan (Kelly) Powers. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Kaukauna.
Kelly attended Kaukauna High School and was a graduate of the Madison Business College. She was actively working as a Court Reporter where she was enjoying an exceptional 35-year career. During this time, she worked in the Dane County, Cook County, and Waupaca County Court Systems. She was known as being a true professional and a proud and active member of the National Court Reporters and Wisconsin Court Reporters Associations.
Kelly was an avid Packer and Badger fan. She adored and shared stories of her nieces to her closest friends. Kelly was also as an animal lover and was so proud of her late dog Oden whom she referred to as a "handsome man" and her Bassett Gus who she would call "my little baby". Kelly had an amazing personality, smile and her laugh was both adorable and contagious. She was also an extremely generous person donating both her time and money for so many. Her contributions were numerous, and one of the most memorable was where she volunteered her reporting services to the Veterans Project, recording personal accounts of history from veterans, many of whom were wounded and aging.
Kelly is survived by her brother Brian Powers of Hortonville; Michelle Powers; her nieces: Brittany and Erin Powers; and many close friends and relatives. Kelly is preceded in death by her parents Wilfred and Joan Powers as well as her infant brother Michael.
Funeral services for Kelly will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 23, 2016 at St. Katharine Drexel Parish at St. Mary Church, 119 W Seventh Street, Kaukauna, with Fr. Jerry Pastors officiating. Friends may call directly at church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. Boettcher Family Funeral Home of Kaukauna is assisting the family. 920-766-2099 www.boettcherfamilyfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wisconsin Court Reporters Association.
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent from July 20 to July 21, 2016

Kelly married Johnson, Jon Curtis [Group Sheet]

Brian married Boudry, Michelle Elise [Group Sheet]