Gerhartz, Steven

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• Obituary: 16 Sep 2014; Appleton Post Crescent

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Obituary:
Steven "Steve" N. Gerhartz, Sr., 62, New Franken, passed away peacefully in his sleep at the family cabin on Sunday morning, September 14, 2014. He was born on April 21, 1952 in Kaukauna to the late Norman and Rosalie (Hennes) Gerhartz. On December 1, 1973, he married the love of his life, Diana Last at St. Paul Catholic Church in Combined Locks and together they raised a son, Steven, Jr. Steve worked for Thilmany Pulp and Paper Co. in Kaukauna for six years and Bay Shipyard in Sturgeon Bay as a pipefitter for 12 years. He then worked for KI in Green bay for 21 years. Steve was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting and fishing. He was an avid Packers fan. Steve was the hub of the family, keeping everyone connected. He loved spending time at the family cabin in Athelstane. Steve was a firm believer and member of the NRA and also a member of the National Turkey Foundation. He was a very positive force and saw the good in everyone. Steve will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends.
He is survived by his loving wife, Diana; son, Steven, Jr.; special hunting dog, Star; siblings, Karen Gerhartz; Lin (Gene) Collins; David (Jean) Gerhartz; Susan (Larry) Hammerseng; Bill (Melissa) Gerhartz; nieces and nephews, Melissa (Matt) Strasburg and their children, Jaden and Aeron; Melinda (Scott) LaChapell and their children, Jack and Bryce; Jenna Hammerseng; Shane Hammerseng; Kyle (fiancée , Megan) Gerhartz and her son, Nolan; Mackenzie (special friend, Dylan) Gerhartz; and many other relatives and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a cousin, Greg Coenen; brother-in-law, Greg Last; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Charles and Jean Last; and many aunts and uncles.
Visitation will be held at the Proko-Wall Funeral Home, 1630 E. Mason St., on Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m. Memorial service 6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.prokowall.com.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a memorial fund is being established.
In honor of Steve, please feel free to wear camouflage or Green Bay Packers attire

Steven married Last, Diana (daughter of Last, Charles W. and Thonack, Jean H.) [Group Sheet]