Romenesko, DuWayne

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• Address: DuWayne Romenesko; Address:
  N 3622 Cnt Tk A.
  Black Creek, WI. 54106
• Obituary: 31 May 2015; Appleton Post Crescent

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Obituary:
On May 29, 2015 DuWayne "Romy" Wenzel Romenesko, age 78, Appleton, left this world to join his faithful wife, Evelyn Rose, and son, Gary. DuWayne was born April 16, 1937 to Walter and Ruth (Vanden Heuvel) Romenesko of Freedom, the oldest of nine children. On March 2, 1957, he married Evelyn Rose Schumacher, and together they raised four wonderful children, Gary, Keith, Rick, and Dawn. Throughout their marriage, he and Evelyn had several successful business ventures, including running the family farm, trucking hay, and eventually going on to build, own, and operate Romy's New Nitingale.
DuWayne will be remembered as a hardworking man who believed in the value of a full day's work. He and Evelyn shared a very strong work ethic that they strove to instill in their children and all of their employees over the years. Romy's was built from the ground up, board-by-board, in 1962 by Walter, Ruth, DuWayne, and Eve. In 1967, DuWayne and Eve acquired the business from Walter and Ruth and continued to build the legacy that Romy's is known for today. In 1997, DuWayne, Eve, and brother, Bing, turned over the reins to Gary, Keith, and Dawn who incorporated the business, and in 2005, Dawn and Keith purchased the property from their parents. The entire Romenesko family is very grateful for all of the devoted employees who have helped establish Romy's reputation for service and quality that one can expect when visiting for Friday Fish Fry, Sunday dinner, a wedding or anniversary celebration, or any other event. Without the dedication and hard work of these employees over the years, Romy's Nitingale would not be what it is today.
In his retirement years, DuWayne enjoyed spending time at their homestead, Romy's Acres. He loved working with his backhoe to put in ponds and maintain the property and mowing the vast lawn. He was always happy to give visitors tours of the grounds on the golf cart. In fact, he and Eve frequently hosted happy newlyweds and their wedding parties for photographs at the beautifully kept property.
He is survived by three children: Keith (fiancée, Dawn Moore) Romenesko, Rick (special friend, Julie Schroeder) Romenesko, and Dawn (friend, Keith Schroeder) Balthazor; eight grandchildren: Lori (Kyle) Klisiewicz, Lisa (Jamie) Smith, Ben (Tanya) Romenesko, Danielle (Tanner) Buchman, Craig (Lindsey) Romenesko, Ashley (fiancée, Michael Prince) Thoma, Chad (Kristin Pierre) Balthazor, and Erik (Holly) Balthazor; and eight great-grandchildren: Faith and Jaxon Romenesko, Brayden and Kaleb Romenesko, Avari Buchman, Ryker and Garrett Smith, and Brycin Klisiewicz. He is further survived by Melissa Tisch (mother of Lori and Lisa), Ann Van Straten (mother of Craig and Ashley), Cheryl Romenesko (mother of Ben and Danielle), and Steven Balthazor (father of Chad and Erik).
He was preceded in death by his son, Gary, in 2003; his wife, Evelyn Rose, in 2010; his parents, Walter and Ruth Romenesko; parents-in-law, John and Agnes Schumacher; brothers, Orin ("Butch") and Darrel; sister, Lavon; brother-in-law, Robert; sister-in-law, Cathy; and nephew, Travis.
The Mass of Resurrection for DuWayne will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. at St. Edward's Parish in Mackville. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the funeral. Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.muehlboettcher.com
Dad, give Mom and Gary a hug from us. Don't worry; we will keep them lawns mowed. We love you -- Rufus, George, & Toots
Dawn and Keith would like to extend special thanks to the current Romy's Nitingale staff, neighbors, and friends who have worked so hard to ensure that Romy's tradition of providing the highest quality service is continued despite this very difficult time. The entire Romenesko family would like to extend their gratitude to the firefighters, the emergency medical services, and the Outagamie County Sheriff's Department who responded, and to Dr. Doug Meyer and his wonderful neighbors.

DuWayne married Schumacker, Evelyn 2 Mar 1957, Little Chute, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA. Evelyn (daughter of Schumacher, John Martin and Kadinger, Agnes Susan) was born 4 Nov 1937, Little Chute, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 14 Dec 2010; was buried , St. Edward Catholic Cemetery, Mackville, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

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• Occupation: Bef 22 Jan 2003; owner and manager of Romy’s Nitingale in Black Creek
• Obituary: 23 Jan 2003; Appleton Post Crescent

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owner and manager of Romy’s Nitingale in Black Creek

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See Image Romenesko, Gary William, Bla ck CreekAge 45, passed away January 22, 2003 at Cherry Meadows Hospice, after a lo ng and courageous battle with cancer. Gary was born on April 28, 1957 in A ppleton; the son of DuWayne and Evelyn (Schumacher) Romenesko. Gary gradua ted from Hortonville High School in 1975. On August 12, 1978, he married M elissa Bubolz of Appleton. Gary was co-owner and manager of Romy's Nitinga le in Black Creek. He volunteered for the Black Creek Fire Department a nd Black Creek Rescue. He has served as assistant Fire Chief and Fire Insp ector in the Village of Black Creek. Gary loved life and the outdoor s. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, spending time with family and frien ds and going on "cation" to his cottage up north. He created a lifeti me of wonderful memories for those who have known him.He is survived by his wife, Melissa; two daughters: Lori and Lisa; parent s, DuWayne and Evelyn Romenesko, Black Creek; two brothers: Keith Romenesk o, Appleton; and Rick (Cheryl) Romenesko, Greenville; a sister, Dawn (Stev e) Balthazor, Black Creek; his grandmother, Agnes Schumacher, Little Chut e; his parents-in-law, Lowell and Deloris Bubolz, Appleton; three brothers -in-law: Dan (Linda) Bubolz, Black Creek; Kevin (Cindy) Bubolz, Menasha; a nd Jeff (Margaret) Bubolz, Fremont; 12 nieces and nephews: Craig, Ashle y, Ben and Danielle Romenesko; Chad and Erik Balthazor; and Sarah, Jaso n, Emilie, Michael, David and Peter Bubolz; and a very special friend, D on Beyer, Black Creek. Gary was preceded in death by his grandparents: Wal ter and Ruth Romenesko, and John Schumacher.Gary will be fondly remembered for his generosity and strength of characte r. His sense of humor, caring and compassion for others is an inspirati on to many despite the challenges he faced. When we think of Gary, we wi ll remember the love he shared and how he has made a difference in the wor ld to so many people.Gary's family would like to express special thanks to Dr. Anthony Phillip s, Dr. Jeffery Klingbeil, the nursing staff at Martha Siekman Cancer Cente r, the nursing staff of 3 South Oncology at Appleton Medical Center, Jani ce Williams of Thedacare at Home, Thedacare Hospice, Cherry Meadows Hospic e, Pastor Stephen Schlicht and Black Creek Rescue. Their care, compassi on and sincere warmth in caring for Gary will never be forgotten. A warm t hank you is also extended to family and friends who have loved Gary and ha ve offered their loving support.The Funeral Service will be Saturday, January 25, 2003 at 11 a.m. at Imman uel Evengelical Lutheran Church, 201 E. Birch St., Black Creek, with Re v. Stephen Schlicht officiating. The visitation will be Friday, January 2 4, 2003 at the Valley Funeral Home from 4 until 8 p.m. and again on Saturd ay at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial wi ll be in Highland Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has b een established.Valley Funeral Home 2211 N. Richmond St. 733-5435 *Serving as would be Ser ved*

Gary married Bubolz, Melissa (daughter of Bubolz, Lowell and Unknown, Delores) [Group Sheet]

Keith married Beyer, Ann [Group Sheet]

Rick married Huebner, Cheryl [Group Sheet]

Dawn married Balthazor, Steven [Group Sheet]

Benjamin married Schnell, Tanya (daughter of Schnell, Terry and Wasmer, Debra) [Group Sheet]