Moder, Helen Katherine "Sis"

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• Obituary: 22 Jan 2009; Appleton Post Crescent

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Balliet, Helen Katherine "Sis" (nee Moder)
Helen Katherine "Sis" (nee Moder) Balliet, Appleton, age 83, passed away in her sleep at St. Elizabeth Hospital on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2009, with her husband at her side. Sis was born in Appleton on April 21st, 1925, to the late Jake and Helen (Limpert) Moder. She was the youngest of four children. Sis was a life-long resident of Appleton, attending St. Joseph's, St. Therese's and St. Mary's grade schools and graduating from Appleton High School in 1943. After completing her first two years in the Nursing Program at UW-Madison, her college education was delayed when she returned home to help her mother and ailing father run their family business, "Moder's Service Station." She continued her college education at Lawrence University (Delta Gamma Sorority) and later earned her B.S. of Education degree from UW-Oshkosh in 1973. Mrs. Balliet, aka Mrs. "B", taught 5th grade and middle school at St. Mary's for 21 years, specializing in Science. Her students remember her for the science projects, field trips and unique class room plays and puppet shows that they enjoyed with her guidance. While teaching, she spent countless hours updating the science curriculum for all Catholic elementary schools in Appleton and was instrumental in the consolidation of Appleton's Catholic elementary schools. She retired in 1984. She was an avid supporter of education and the ACES/XAVIER school system. She was also actively involved as a member of the St. Mary's Parish Council and Church Renovation Committee, Co-chair of the Appleton High School World War II Memorial Committee and a founding committee member of the Xavier Food Fair. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, the family tree farm in Waushara County, nature and the sciences, current events and politics, St. Mary's Reading Club, yarn and needle work projects, music and piano, attending Appleton's parades and cheering for UW Badgers. Sis cared for many people during her life. Her kitchen was a second home and gathering place for many. She will be missed by all of us.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Robert M. (Bob/Mike) Balliet and their four children: David (Gerri) Balliet, Appleton; Daniel (Jan Carlson) Balliet, Appleton; Laura (John) Tucker, Neenah; and Bobbie (Jeff) Mullen, Appleton. Sis is further survived by her grandchildren: Amy Marie Balliet, Munich, Germany; Nick Balliet, UW-Madison; Mike Mullen, Appleton; Christina Mullen, UW-Madison; Maura Mullen, UW-Madison; Kelli (Gary) Bhojwani, Excelsior, Minnesota; Ryan Tucker, Milwaukee; Chad (Angie) Tucker, Milwaukee; Brad Tucker, Milwaukee; Jeff Tucker, Neenah; and Alix Tucker, University of Minnesota; three great-grandchildren: Collin, Tucker and Savannah Bhojwani. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews, who remember her as a wonderful, caring aunt.
Sis was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers: Clarence "Nooks" Moder, Theordore "Ted" Moder, and Harland "Dumps" Moder.
A Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated 11 a.m. Saturday, January 24 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 312 S. State St., Appleton, with Father Michael O'Rourke officiating. Friends may visit on Friday, January 23 from 4-8 p.m. at the Brettschneider-Trettin-Lederer Funeral Chapel, and directly at the church on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will take place at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Appleton. In lieu of flowers, the family has established a memorial fund for Science Education in the Appleton Catholic Education System (ACES/Xavier).
The family wishes to express their appreciation to the Affinity Medical and Nursing staff for their care of Sis. A special thank you is given to Drs., Hildebrand Sr. and Jr., Dr. Konsek, Dr. Avery and life-long friend and nurse, Marilyn Shutte.
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Helen married Balliet, Robert "Bob" 15 Feb 1947, St. Mary Catholic Church, Appleton, Wisconsin, USA. Robert (son of Balliet, Stephen David and Brega, Irene M.) was born 28 Mar 1924, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 13 Nov 2012, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; was buried , St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Appleton, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

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• Obituary: 11 Feb 2010; Appleton Post Crescent

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Balliet, David Robert "Bear" 1950-2010
David passed into eternal life February 8th, 2010, after a courageous 8-year battle with Carcinoid Syndrome, a rare form of cancer. He was 60 years old. Dave was born January 24th, 1950, in Appleton, Wisconsin, to Robert M. and Helen K. (Moder) Balliet. He was the first born of their four children. Dave was a lifelong resident of the area, attending St. Mary's Grade School, Xavier High School ('68) and the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh (B.S. and M.S.).
Dave's vocation was education. He taught and coached at St. Mary's Grade School in Appleton from 1973-1979. Several times he refinished the gym floor himself, proving his dedication to the athletic program at St. Mary's. He also prepared students for confirmation in evening classes at St. Mary's. During his summers, he was a construction worker for the Oscar J. Boldt Company. He became a faculty member of Fox Valley Technical College in 1979 and taught and counseled in Appleton and the many off campus sites around central Wisconsin until his retirement in 2007. He continued to teach part-time at FVTC as an adjunct faculty member. He was a member of W.E.A.C. and an association leader at the local level.
Dave loved athletics and the outdoors. He played recreational sports until he no longer could. He was the pitcher on his softball team and a member of the FVTC Golf League. Dave also umpired softball for the Appleton Recreation Department. In addition, Dave coached his son's basketball, soccer, and baseball teams in grade school and middle school. He also coached his daughter's basketball team.
His other great interest and love was the family tree farm in Waushara County. He spent as much time as he could out in the woods. He took great pride in working the land to make it a beautiful place to visit.
Dave was known by many as "the Bear" or just "Davo." He enjoyed many a good time with his friends. He loved to attend high school and college athletic events. He shared season tickets to the Badger basketball games with his son, Nick.
Another passion for Dave was traveling with his family. They have traveled throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and to Europe.
He is survived by his wife of 37½ years, Gerri (Engel), their daughter Amy, Munich, Germany and their son Nick, Appleton. Dave is further survived by his father, Robert, Appleton; brother Daniel (Jan Carlson) Appleton; and sisters: Laura (John) Tucker, Neenah; and Bobbie (Jeff) Mullen, Appleton. On the Balliet side of his family Dave is further survived by two nieces and a nephew. On the Engel side of his family, Dave is survived by Gerri's mother and many brothers- and sisters-in-law along with many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by many great friends who enjoyed Dave's company.
Dave was preceded in death by his mother, Helen (Sis) Balliet in 2009.
Friends may call at the Brettschneider-Trettin-Lederer Funeral Chapel from 4-7 p.m. on Friday. A prayer service will follow at 7 p.m. A Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 13, 2010, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 313 S. State St. Appleton. Burial will take place at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established.
The family wishes to express their appreciation to the many caregivers who looked after Dave. Special mention of our appreciation goes to Dr. O'Dorisio at the University of Iowa and Dr. Phil Vogt here in Appleton for their medical knowledge, support and encouragement throughout these difficult years.
Dave, you touched many friends with your caring heart and changed many lives for the better with your compassionate spirit and guidance. You are loved more than you ever knew, and you will be missed more than words can say.
Dad: You were one of a kind. No one could ever replace you. I will miss you forever. - Love, Amy
Chief: You're my best friend and the best father I could have ever asked for. I'll make you proud. - Nick
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Trettin-Lederer
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Appleton 920-733-7383

David married Engel, Gerri (daughter of Engel, Norbert Francis and Hooyman, Eleanor Florence) [Group Sheet]

Daniel married Carlson, Janet [Group Sheet]

Laura married Tucker, John [Group Sheet]

Roberta married Mullen, Jeffrey Marion (son of Mullen, Christopher "CJ" "Jim" and Sigl, Rosemary) [Group Sheet]

Mike married Schnettler, Stephanie (daughter of Schnettler, Bill and Unknown, Patti) [Group Sheet]