- Nathan A. Mielke, 88, Town of Maine, passed away Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009, at St. Mary's Hospital in Green Bay. He was born Sept. 17, 1921, to the late Alvin and Esthermae (Sedo) Mielke in Black Creek. He married Marian Brugger on June 14, 1944, and she preceded him in death on July 26, 1981.
In 1941, Nathan worked with his father on the family farm and continued to live on the farm until his death. He had a team of Belgian horses that he traveled the area with attending many events and parades. Nathan also loved to collect and work on antique John Deere tractors that earned him several show awards. He also enjoyed reading and riding around in his Dodge truck, known as the neighborhood watch.
Nathan is survived by his children, Richard (Sherry) Mielke, Town of Maine; Chris Mielke, California; Gene Mielke, Nichols; and Debbie Mielke, California. Further survived by four grandchildren, Shawn Mielke, Joseph, Bill and Christina Richlen; eight great-grandchildren, Melissa, Matthew, Alyssa, Connor, Braedon, Emma, Bethany and Breanna; a nephew, Dave (Marsha) Mielke; and niece, Diane Mielke.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his brother, Wayne; and sister-in-law, Dorothy.
Friends may call at Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour, on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, from 3 to 8 p.m. to visit with the family and share memories of Nathan. Burial will take place at Highland Memorial Park, Appleton.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.muehlboettcher.com.
Special thanks to the Shiocton Rescue Squad and First Responders, especially Donald, Merle, Jerry and Amy.
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1921 - 2009 (88 years)
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