Vonck, James F.

1936 - 2008  (71 years)    Has 8 ancestors and 3 descendants in this family tree.

• Name	Vonck, James F.
  Born	16 Aug 1936	Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
  Gender	Male
  Died	28 Feb 2008	Winchester, Vilas, Wisconsin, USA
  Obituary	Aft 28 Feb 2008
  Vonck, James F. (Jim) Town of Winchester 71, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday, February 28th, 2008, the day of his 22nd wedding anniversary to his loving wife Linda. Jim was born August 16, 1936 in Appleton, Wisconsin, son of Norbert and Dolores Vonck (Robinson). Jim served 5 years in the U.S. Marine Corp. Once a Marine always a Marine. He worked for Banta Corporation for 40 years and 17 years for the Neenah Taxi Company. Earlier in life, Jim enjoyed square dancing, hunting and fishing with his father, Norbert and son Andy, playing fast pitch baseball, bowling and riding his motorcycle. Later he loved listening to Polka music, riding his tractor and continued to be an avid gardener. He was excellent at grilling, making his famous popcorn and spicing up his chili recipe. He told great jokes and played a mean game of pool. Jim is remembered for his zest for life, strong work ethic, love of family and wonderful personality. He always had a sparkle in his eye and a grin that made you smile. Jim is survived by his wife, Linda, two children: Dennis Vonck, Muskego and Bonnie (Carl) Van Vreede, Darboy; his father Norbert and step mother Edna, Appleton; grandson Jay Van Vreede; step granddaughter Stephanie Van Vreede; siblings: sister Mary (Don) Abel, Darboy and brother Donald, Florida. In Laws include: Vivian Plamann, Jeanette (Jack) Yogerst, Gerri (Ron) Schroeder, Marian Sepich, Nancy (Roy) Mandel, David (Carleen) Koehnke, Ralph (Betty) Koehnke, Marvin (Cathy) Koehnke, Robert, Richard, Gary and Roger Koehnke. He is further survived by his sister in law, Pat Koehnke, brother in law Lloyd Arnoldussen and many other beloved nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Andrew, his mother Dolores and sister Joyce Dickson. Also his faithful dog and true companion, Pecos. He was also preceded in death by mother in law Agnes Koehnke, father in law Ralph Koehnke, sister in law, Beatrice Arnoldussen, brother in laws: Harold Dickson, LeRoy, Kenneth and Donald Koehnke, Donald Houle and Melvin Plamann. The family would like to thank Dr. Gail McNutt, nurse Connie and the staff at the Veterans Administration. Dr. Anthony Phillips and nurse staff, especially Kathy at the Martha Siekmen Center, Hospice and ThedaCare at Home. Also the nurses and staff at the 3rd floor Cancer Center in Appleton Medical Center, with another special thanks to Nurse Jen. To all, your special kindness and care are greatly appreciated. As per Jims wishes, there will be no funeral services held. Jim, our wonderful son, husband, dad, brother, grandfather and friend, you were loved beyond words and will be missed dearly. Semper Fi& Hoorah!
  Person ID	I168497	1FamilyTree
  Last Modified	12 Oct 2015

  
  

  Father	Vonck, Norbert Joseph,   b. 4 May 1914, Green Bay, Brown, Wisconsin, USA ,   d. 2 Jul 2010  (Age 96 years)
  Mother	Robinson, Delores,   b. 20 Jan 1915,   d. 21 Dec 1985  (Age 70 years)
  Family ID	F54574	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

  Family	Unknown, Linda
  Children	1. Vonck, Andrew,   d. Bef 2008   2. Vonck, Dennis   3. Vonck, Bonnie
  Last Modified	21 Jul 2010
  Family ID	F55432	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

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