Schedgick, Rita

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• Obituary: 6 Sep 2012; Appleton Post Crescent

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Rita M. Kersten, age 87, of Menasha, passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2012, with her family by her side, at Birch Cottage in Appleton. On December 11, 1924, Rita Marie was born the daughter of the late Michael and Clara (Brodzinski) Schedgick in Menasha. Rita was united in marriage to Richard Kersten on September 5, 1942; he preceded her in death on May 9, 1983. She had a passion for helping people volunteering for ADVOCAP, Hospice, and Best Friends and many others. She held offices as President and Chaplain for the American Legion. She had been a member of St. Timothy Lutheran Church, Menasha. Rita enjoyed bible study, gardening, crochet, ceramics, traveling, going on annual camping trips with her family to Chute Pond, playing cards and other games. Rita had a passion for her family and loved spending time with them. Rita also loved giving hugs and had a smile that could light up a room.
Rita will be missed by her loving children: Patricia (Bob) Salzman, Dianna (Greg) Simon, Nancy (Gene) Lenhardt, Gerard (Margaret) Kersten, Mary (William) Schroeder, John A. Kersten (special friend, Cindy Anthony), Joe (Ann) Kersten; daughter-in-law, Louise Kersten; many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren; her sister, Louise (Bob) Ulrich; sisters-in-law, Margaret Schedgick, Helen Baer, Elaine Peotter, Lois Sharenbrock, Margaret Collins; brothers-in-law: Francis and James Kersten; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by her three sons, John, Michael, and Richard; three daughters: Marilyn, Karin, and Jacqueline; sister, Theresa Coon and two brothers: Chester and Albert Schedgick; many sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law.
Visitation will be held on Monday, September 10, 2012, at 3:30 pm at Martens-Laemmrich Funeral Home, 312 Milwaukee Street, Menasha. The funeral service will follow at 6:30 pm, with Rev. David Skarsten officiating. Interment will take place at St. John Cemetery, Town of Menasha.
Sign the guest book and light a candle in memory of Rita at our website.
The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Peabody Manor, Theda Care Hospice, and Visiting Nurses for all of the loving care given to Rita and her family.
"I love YOU"
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent from September 6 to September 7, 2012

Rita married Kersten, Richard 5 Sep 1942. Richard (son of Kersten, Cornelius and Wimberger, Anna Mary) was born 2 Sep 1922, Kaukauna, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 9 May 1983, Menasha, Winnebago, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

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• Obituary: 22 Apr 2015; Appleton Post Crescent

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John A. Kersten, age 55, of Kaukauna, passed away unexpectedly in Appleton, on Sunday, April 19, 2015. John was born on August 5, 1959, in Neenah, to the late Richard and Rita (Schedgick) Kersten. He married his Lover Girl, Cindy, on August 23, 2014.
John was employed by P.H. Glatfelter for more than 25 years, retiring in 2002. His passion was ice boating. John was the World Champion Ice Boater in 1987, 1988, and 1989 in boats he both designed and built. He also served as Vice-President of the Neenah Ice Yacht Club. His enjoyment of fireworks led him to his Class A Pyrotechnic Technicians License. He designed and was involved with many major pyrotechnic displays in the Valley over the years. Christmas was a favorite time for John and his lighting displays were spectacular and enjoyed by all. In addition to being a well-known woodworker and craftsman, John was a true craftsman and "fixer" of almost anything. He was an avid Packer fan, enjoyed camping and spending time at Mountain, Wisconsin, but most of all enjoyed the time spent with his family.
Survivors include his wife, Cindy and beloved dog, Lexie; his children, Melissa (Steve) Jahnke; Pamela Kersten; Diana (Paul) Kersten; and Daniel Kersten; his grandchildren and great grandchildren; his siblings, Patricia (Bob) Salzman, Dianna (Greg) Simon; Nancy (Gene) Lenhardt; Gerard (Margaret) Kersten; Mary (Willy) Schroeder and Joey (Ann) Kersten; his sisters-in-law, Louise Kersten, Penny (Pete) Brockman, Jo (Joe) Pritzl, and Tammy (Mike) Thyssen. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. John was preceded in death by his brothers, John, Michael and Richard Kersten, and his sisters, Marilyn, Karin and Jacqueline Kersten.
Memorial services will be at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2015, at WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME - TRI-COUNTY CHAPEL, 1592 Oneida Street, Menasha, with Pastor Vicki Simon and daughter Melissa officiating. Friends may call directly at the funeral home on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to the time of services. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in his name. Online condolences may be offered at www.wichmannfargo.com