- Charles Muench, 93, Appleton, passed away peacefully, following a brief illness on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2009, at Greenville Manor. Charlie was born in Appleton on March 29, 1916, son of the late George and Jeanette (Fulcer) Muench. For 25 years he worked as a mechanic at Johnson City Service on Appleton's south side and later worked for a time at Automotive Supply. Charlie married Elda Merkel in Appleton on Sept. 28, 1946. She preceded him in death in May of 2007.
From 1940 until 1945, he served his country during World War II as a member of the Red Arrow 32nd Division, 127th Infantry, Company D, and from 1945 until 1949, continued his service as a member of the National Guard. Charlie was a member of the 32nd Division Veterans Association and was a former member of Harvey Pierre Post #2778 of the V.F.W.
In his younger years, Charlie enjoyed bowling, golf, hunting and fishing with Harley, Packers football games, and Brewers baseball games. Many will remember how he loved to play softball, and the speed with which "Fireball Muench" could deliver a pitch! He was also a gifted woodworker.
Survivors include six children, Linda (Bill) Watson, Hortonville; Shirley (RJ) Miracle, Papillion, Neb.; Dick Muench, Larsen, and his special friend, Kim; Diane Muench, Greenville; Mary (Jack) Effertz, Darboy; and Dan (Jill) Muench, Appleton; 14 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren; a sister, Betty Buchholtz, Waupaca; a sister-in-law, Anne Tierney, Wisconsin Rapids; and a brother-in-law, Harley (Audrey) Tierney, Appleton.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife of 61 years, Elda; and sisters, Ollie, Alice and Margaret.
The funeral liturgy for Charles will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 14, 2009, at SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH, 222 E. Fremont Street in Appleton, with the Rev. Robert Karuhn officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. Friends may call directly at the church on Monday morning from 9:30 a.m. until the hour of the service.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established.
Charlie will be remembered by his family as a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who treasured time spent with his family traveling, enjoying a family meal, cheering for the Packers, or just being together. He will be dearly missed by all.
The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to Sharon and the entire staff at Greenville Manor for the wonderful care they provided. You took care of our dad like he was your own. He could have been in no better hands, and we will never forget your kindness.
Wichmann Funeral Home
537 N. Superior Street
Appleton 920-739-1231
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