Derks, Gladys

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• Obituary: 1 Aug 2009; Appleton Post Crescent

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Obituary:
Gladys Ann Shepherd, age 76, of Appleton, passed away Thursday morning, July 30, 2009, at Appleton Health Care Center. Gladys was born on April 14, 1933, in Appleton, to the late Louis and Irene (Noffke) Derks.
She was a former owner of what used to be called Gladys Bar, in Menasha. Gladys enjoyed going to the casino with her "hooked at the hip" friend, Carol Hoag. Most of all she enjoyed going out to eat and spending time with her family and friends.
Gladys is survived by her four brothers; two sisters; eight step-children; and other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents, Gladys is preceded in death by her brother, Jim Derks.
A Memorial Service for Gladys will be held 7 p.m. August 6, 2009, at WICHMANN TRI-COUNTY CHAPEL, 3212 S. Oneida Street, Appleton. Rev. Leon Knitt will officiate. A time of visitation and support will be held at the funeral home on Thursday from 5 p.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Gladys name.
Gladys family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff and caregivers at Cherry Meadows and Appleton Health Care Center for all their wonderful care and support.
Wichmann Tri-County Chapel
3212 S. Oneida Street
Appleton, 920-831-9905
Online Condolences
www.wichmannfargo.com

Gladys married Shepard, Unknown [Group Sheet]