- Kugler, John F.
John F. Kugler, of Appleton. The Chicago Cubs lost their most loyal and devoted fan on Sunday, August 22, 2004 when John Kugler departed this world for his place in heaven. Born on February 2, 1921 to the late Michael and Anna (Kraft) Kugler along with his twin brother Joe, both men delighted in their Groundhog's Day birthday. Just as he lived his life, John served his country bravely and humbly during World War II (1942-45) and was decorated with the Bronze Star and the Oak Leaf cluster medals of bravery. On May 9, 1946, he married his sweetheart, Ann Hegel at St. Mary's Church in Kaukauna and they enjoyed a wonderful life together. He was employed as a wire weaver at Appleton Wire Works for 42 years. He completely enjoyed his retirement, and was always satisfied with the truest gifts of life: his wife Ann, his children, and grandchildren. He also delighted in his Cubbies, the Chicago Bears, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, crossword puzzles, card games, watching any sports program, weather forecasting, his rocking chair, playing pool with his grandkids, and polka music. He had a keen sense of humor, and was a joy to know.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Ann Hegel Kugler; his children: John Michael (Linda) Kugler, LaCrosse; Patricia Ann (George) Whitely, Middleton; and his tiger, Janet Marie (Steven) Seelow, Larsen; his grandchildren: Elizabeth and Jonathan Whitely, David, Maria and Grace Kugler, and Matthew Seelow; his sisters- and brothers-in-law: Grace (Mrs. Joseph) Kugler, Dorothy (Mrs. Lawrence) Kugler, Helen and Jerry Williamsen, and Frank and Margaret Napieralla; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Anna Kugler; and all his brothers and sisters: Michael (Leone), Lawrence, Ann (Ves) Schwanke, Viola (John) Van Wymeren, and his twin brother, Joseph; his family-in-law: Elizabeth and Josef Hegel, Elizabeth (Albert) Sachs, Mary (Ray) Wenzel.
He was a gentle man who would rather open the door to let a fly out than to swat it, who carried a twinkle in his eye, and a song in his heart, and he will be deeply missed by his family and friends. To be sure, heaven is a happier place today with John in it. Who knows, dad, maybe in heaven there is some beer. We love you.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Affinity Hospice, especially to Dad's nurse Ellen, and to Dr. Misty Johnson, for the kindness, care, and concern shown to John during his illness.
A Mass of Resurrection will take place 11:30 a.m. Thursday, August 26th at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 2331 E. Lourdes Dr., Appleton, with the Rev. Harold Berryman officiating. Friends may call directly at the church on Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until 11:15 a.m. Interment will take place at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.
Brettschneider-Trettin-Lederer 606 N. Oneida St. Appleton
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1921 - 2004 (83 years)
Education - High School
