Caroline Rettler

Rettler, Caroline (85)
Black Creek

Caroline M. Rettler, age 85, of Black Creek passed away November 25, 2007 in Appleton. She was born on June 8, 1922 to the late Arnold and Mary (Klapperick) Stephani.

On June 6, 1942, Caroline was united in marriage to the late Milo Rettler. He preceded her in death on May 10, 2003. Together they farmed for 17 years in the Town of Black Creek. She left the farm in 1960 and entered private business with her husband running R & R Lanes in Black Creek for 25 years, retiring in 1984. Milo preceded her in death on May 10, 2003.

She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Black Creek and the Christian Mothers. Caroline cared for the prayer garden at the church for many years.

Caroline enjoyed walking, especially with her favorite dog Mickee. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her true love was her family and she will be missed by many.

She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law: Terry (Sandy) Rettler, Black Creek; Sam (Mary) Rettler, Kaukauna; Bill (Maryann) Rettler, Black Creek; nine grandchildren: Paul, Todd, Melissa, Jaime, Brad, Tracy, Chad, Robby and C.J. She is further survived by 16 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers: Leo and Ray Stephani; and five sisters: Pauline Weyenberg, Isabelle Fries, Marcella Rettler, Dorothy Martzahl, and Helen Murphy.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 4 P.M. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Black Creek with Fr. Theodore Hendricks officiating. Visitation will take place from 2 P.M. until the time of services at the church. Burial will be in St. Mary's Parish Cemetery.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.boettcherfuneralhomes.com . Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour, is assisting the family with arrangements.