Snell, Laura

Laura married Kunstman, Henry Bef 1919. Henry (son of Kunstman, William Charles and Thomas, Mary) was born 6 Dec 1891; died 3 Mar 1951; was buried , South Cicero Cemetery, Black Creek, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Military Service: Between 2 Feb 1943 and 20 Dec 1945; WWII, US Army
• Obituary: 8 Dec 2008; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

Military Service:
He was a combat veteran of World War II in the Pacific Theatre.
Name:Elmer Kunstman
Gender:Male
Birth Date:7 Nov 1923
Death Date:6 Dec 2008
Branch 1:ARMY
Enlistment Date 1:2 Feb 1943
Release Date 1:20 Dec 1945

Obituary:
Elmer William Kunstman, 85, Appleton, surrounded by his loving family, departed Brewster Village on Saturday evening, Dec. 6, 2008, to be with God in his eternal home. He was born on Nov. 7, 1923, in Seymour, Wis., to Henry and Laura (Snell) Kunstman. Growing up, he excelled in many sports, especially basketball and track. He was a combat veteran of World War II in the Pacific Theatre.
He retired after 34 years from the U.S. Postal Service. He was an active member of Faith Lutheran Church for many years where he was a Boy Scout leader of Boy Scout Troop 73. He also was an usher and worked in the Sunday School office. Before Alzheimer's took his memory, Elmer was a generous, gentle man and a friend to all. He always held his hand out in greeting.
He is survived by his wife, Marilyn (Frailing) Kunstman; sons, Steven (Julie) Kunstman, Combined Locks; Dr. James Kunstman, Kansas City, Kan.; Dr. Thomas (Dr. Sheila Ling) Kunstman, Boulder, Colo.; Dr. David (Shannon) Kunstman, Madison; grandchildren, Ann (Jon) Robbins, John Kunstman, Christy (Dave) Gott, Matthew (Brooke) Kunstman, Michael Kunstman, Justin, Ben, and Emma Kunstman, Ella, Sophia and Joshua Kunstman; seven great-grandchildren; brothers, Leonard (Carol) Kunstman and Donald (Joyce) Kunstman; sister-in-law, Kathryn Kunstman.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Harvey Kunstman.
A Celebration of Elmer's life will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, 2008, at Faith Lutheran Church (601 E. Glendale) Appleton. Friends may visit the family from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at the church.
In lieu of flowers, Elmer's family has established memorial funds in Elmer's name.
The family will always be thankful that Elmer was fortunate to spend his final years as a resident of Brewster Village, Cedars Wing. The staff cared for him with love and compassion. Their dedication vastly exceeded our expectations and we will be grateful for their friendship forever.
Valley Funeral Home
2211 N. Richmond Street
Appleton, WI 54911
920-733-5435

Elmer married Frailing, Marilyn Aft 1946. Marilyn (daughter of Frailing, Arwin and Westphal, Hildegard) was born 7 Aug 1928, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 16 Mar 2017, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Obituary: 14 Nov 2014; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

Obituary:
Donald Charles (Hank) Kunstman, age 82, of Kimberly,passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, November 11, 2014, at Manor Care. Don was born on April 12, 1932, son of the late Henry and Laura Kunstman. He graduated from Seymour High School in 1951. Shortly after returning from the army he married Joyce Burton on November 13, 1954. Don enjoyed his work on the paper machines at Thilmany Pulp and Paper for nearly 40 years, making him part of the Quarter Century club, retiring in 1994.
Don loved sports; playing basketball in high school, and baseball in the Army and softball. He was also an avid Packer, Brewer, Badger, Cubs, and Papermakers fan. Don had a great appreciation for the outdoors, enjoying bowling, golfing, pheasant hunting, and fishing. Above all, Don cherished the time spent with his friends and family and all the special little ones that Don and Joyce cared for through the years.
Don is survived by his wife of 60 years, Joyce and their son Don and his wife Cindy. He will also be missed by his grandchildren: Jeremiah (Kathryn), Kim, Matthew (Rebekah); his great grandchildren: Logan, Madelyn, Maxwell, Miles, Annabel, Nicolas, Alexander, Elijah, and Raegyn; his brother: Leonard (Carol); sisters-in-law: Marilyn Kunstman and Ila Mae Ritchie. Don is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and very special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers: Harvey and Elmer.
The memorial service for Don will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 19, 2014, at MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 803 East College Ave., with Rev. Michael Goodwin officiating. A time of visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Don will be buried at Highland Memorial Park. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wichamannfargo.com.
The Kunstman family would like to thank the staff at Manor Care and Theda Care at Home Hospice for all their kindness and support. Joyce would especially like to thank Don and Cindy for all their loving care through this difficult time.

Donald married Burton, Joyce M. (daughter of Burton, Harvey Merlin and Wehausen, Lila Marie) [Group Sheet]

Donald married Bevers, Cynthia (daughter of Bevers, Lester J. and Milbach, Elizabeth "Betty Jane") [Group Sheet]

Jeremiah married Lambie, Kathryn [Group Sheet]