- Melvin E. Artz, 89, Manawa, went to his Heavenly Home on Friday, Dec. 24, 2010, at St. Joseph Residence. Melvin was born on June 17, 1921, in Lebanon Township (Waupaca County), son of the late Edward and Kathryn (Martin) Artz. On Dec. 26, 1959, he was united in marriage to Frances Amador in New London. Melvin lived and farmed in the Lebanon Township his entire life and was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church.
He is survived by his wife, Frances; three sons, Tom Artz (special friend Sharon), Wrightstown; Carl (Sandra) Artz, Manawa; and John Artz, Manawa; a brother, Vincent (Rose) Artz, Manawa; two sisters, Lucille Lorrig, Marion; and Kathleen (Merlin) Knorr, Shiocton. Three grandchildren, Bonnie, Kristin and Jordan. Melvin is further survived by numerous other relatives and friends.
His parents and a sister, Eileen preceded him in death.
Funeral Mass for Melvin will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at 11 a.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Lebanon, with the Rev. Msgr. Dennis Lally officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the time of service.
Melvin's family would like to thank the ThedaCare at Home Hospice (they are Angels of Mercy), also the nursing staff at St. Joseph Residence for their compassionate care, all will be remembered and close to our hearts. Also a special thank you to Dr. Houlihan, and the Rev. Msgr. Dennis Lally.
Cline & Hanson
Funeral Home
209 W. Cook St.,
New London
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1921 - 2010 (89 years)
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