Edward Hartzheim
January 22, 1949 — September 16, 2011
Edward A. Hartzheim, age 62, of Black Creek, passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side, Friday morning, September 16, 2011 following a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was born on January 22, 1949, son of late Henry and Artista (Blaugh) Hartzheim.
On March 27, 1976 he was united in marriage to Jill Kranzusch, in Appleton.
Ed began his working career at Murphy's Construction and retired from Valley Express, Oshkosh. He was previously an over the road truck driver for 20 years. He also had a passion for farming and farmed in the Town of Cicero on the family homestead. He loved spending time with his grandsons and his many friends. Ed enjoyed breakfast at the Memory Mall in Nichols and was proud to say he made it to all 50 States after his recent visit to Alaska.
He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in the Township of Cicero, and considered the members of his church his second family.
Survivors include his wife Jill; daughters: Vicki (Ben) Van Vleet, Nichols; Dana Hartzheim (fiance Colin DeCair), Champaign, IL: grandsons: Brandon, Jerad and Ethan; mother-in-law, Joyce Kranzusch, Appleton; sisters: Sharon (Robert) Dewey, Manitowoc; Janice Mitchell, Winter, WI; Joyce (John) Kranzusch, Florence; Rose (Pat) Bosshart, Freedom; many aunts, nieces and nephews; good friend, Ken Roskom
Preceded in death by his son Scott
Friends may call on Monday, September 19, 2011 at the Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour from 4-8 PM. Visitation will continue on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Township of Cicero from 3:00 PM until services at 4:00 PM with Pastor Ty Stoneburner officiating. Burial will take place in the parish cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.muehlboettcher.com
Ed was a supportive, caring, and loving husband, father and grandfather. He never met a stranger, and everyone was a friend. He was kind, loyal and giving who was there for anyone who needed his help. He will never be forgotten and will remain in our hearts forever. We love you and miss you.
A special thank you to Unity Hospice, the Bellin Cancer Team and the staff at Bellin Hospital.
In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established.