- Carl W. La Belle, age 86, passed away peacefully with family by his side, Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at Parkside Care Center, Little Chute. He was born June 10, 1927 in Lodi WI son of the late Raymond and Nellie Mae (Bitney) La Belle. On September 6, 1947 he married Dolores L. Hawley in Elkton, MD and their marriage of 63 years was blessed with seven children, nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Dolores preceded him in death in 2011. Carl attended Madison East High School. In June 1945 he joined the Merchant Marines, making 27 Atlantic crossings. After honorable discharge in 1946, he married and became a self made carpenter. He later worked for the state of Wisconsin, retiring in 1990. He enjoyed working in his workshop and was a cofounder of Northeast Woodworkers Guild. Carl was an avid Packer and Brewers fan and especially enjoyed getting together with family.
He will be sadly missed by his sons; Thom (Karen), Florida, Stan, New Mexico and Jerry (Candee), Waupaca, his daughters; Pamela (Tony Brantmeier) Nickolas, Kimberly, Carol (Tom) La Belle-Propst, Colorado and Brenda Martin, Utah, grandchildren; Angela (Mate) Henrichs, Kerri (Bobby) Smith, Julie (Andy) Riel, Matthew La Belle, Jessica (John) Heath, Erik (Fiancé Kristin Suttner) Ducklow, Nick (Alicia) Ducklow, Shannon Cameron, Bryan Martin, great grandchildren; Kristopher, Weston, Bryson, Anthony, Jaden, Evelyn and Elliana. He is further survived by several nieces, nephews, and friends.
Carl was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, son, Wayne, daughter in law, Susan La Belle, son in law, Nick Nickolas as well as six siblings.
In keeping with Carl's wishes, a private family service will be held.
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Published in Appleton Post-Crescent on Feb. 23, 2014
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1927 - 2014 (86 years)
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