Brettschneider Trettin-Nickel Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Brettschneider Trettin-Nickel Funeral Chapel & Crematory Trettin-Nickel Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services is the legal name, a.k.a. Brettschneider-Trettin Arthur Trettin retired in 1984.

Our Heritage
For over 125 years, BRETTSCHNEIDER-TRETTIN-NICKEL FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES has provided countless families in Appleton and the Fox River Valley with compassionate care during their time of greatest need. Since Joseph Brettschneider opened his funeral home in 1887, there has been one thought and one direction: to serve the needs of this community in an honest and caring manner. During the late 1800's, David Brettschneider continued in his father’s footsteps and operated the firm until 1930. In 1907, August Trettin and George Bissing went into partnership with David Brettschneider. August Trettin continued his involvement until 1940 when his son Arthur took over the firm. That year, Art's son Jim Trettin together with Ken Lederer purchased the funeral home. Jim's son Tim Trettin joined the firm in 1999. Following Jim's retirement in 2009, Tim Trettin and Ken Lederer operated the funeral chapel. Upon Ken Lederer’s retirement in 2011, Scott Nickel joined Tim Trettin in operating the firm. Now in our second century and 4th generation of service, we at Brettschneider-Trettin-Nickel Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services will continue to perpetuate the ideals on which this business was founded. "OUR FAMILY CARING FOR YOUR FAMILY." Since our beginning, we have been an INDEPENDENT, FAMILY-OWNED and LOCALLY OPERATED funeral home. We pay grateful tribute to past leaders of this firm: Joseph Brettschneider, David Brettschneider, George Bissing, August Trettin, Arthur Trettin, James Trettin and Kenneth Lederer. families in Appleton and the Fox River Valley with compassionate care during their time of greatest need.

Choices That Honor Life.What’s most important when making final arrangements?
01/30/2026

Choices That Honor Life.
What’s most important when making final arrangements?

Continuing a family tradition of care, right here in our community.Comment HELLO below and help us say hi to Tim!
01/29/2026

Continuing a family tradition of care, right here in our community.
Comment HELLO below and help us say hi to Tim!

01/27/2026

71, Menasha, passed away after a short courageous battle with cancer, with the Love of His Life, Karen by his side. Rick was born in Appleton, to the late George and Gertrude Plank Theiss on July 5, 1954. He and his siblings Terry, John and Trudy, had a great time

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01/27/2026

Not sure what to do next? Start here.
You don’t need all the answers — that’s our job.
📞 920-733-7383
If you had to ask just one question right now, what would it be?

01/26/2026

Jeri John Reichert, age 85, of Kimberly, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at Eagle Point Assisted Living in Appleton. Jeri was born in Wisconsin Rapids on November 6, 1940, to the late John Arthur and Caroline Reva Boyles Reichert. He attended grade school at Sacred Heart Catholic

01/26/2026

Barbara J. Shoemaker, age 83, of Appleton, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Hospital, surrounded by love. Barb was born in Appleton, Wisconsin, on December 24, 1942, to Lester and Mary Sexton Krueger. She grew up in Appleton and graduated high school in 1960. Alth...

01/26/2026

Rodney Hot Rod L. Berglund, age 69, of Appleton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Hospital, following a short illness. Rod was born in New London on May 28, 1956, to Darrell and Luonne McDermott Berglund. He grew up in Appleton and graduated with the

01/26/2026

Lori A Henke, age 66, of Oshkosh, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Aurora Medical Center of Oshkosh. She was born in Oshkosh to the late Robert and Judith Redman Henke on December 10, 1959. Lori enjoyed watching and playing sports and socializing with friends. She was a

01/26/2026

59, of Greenville, passed away of natural causes at home on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026. He was born on July 7, 1966, in Appleton to Thomas and Ann Schomisch Lemmers. Darrell graduated from Appleton West High School, class of 1984. He spent over 36 years working at Appleton Papers Appvion,

01/26/2026

Jane P. Hempel A Life Devoted to Family, Education, Service and the Arts age 86, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 16, 2026, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, surrounded by love. She was born on January 2, 1940, and raised in Elm Grove, Wisconsin, the beloved daughter of John W. Perry and

01/26/2026

William J. P***a, age 65, of Appleton, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026. He was born in Appleton to the late Jacob and Martha Luedtke P***a on July 9, 1960. William was a simple man who found his greatest happiness in the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting and spending time

Your wishes. Your way. Planned with care. Pre-planning gives you a voice in the details that matter most — and peace of ...
01/26/2026

Your wishes. Your way. Planned with care. Pre-planning gives you a voice in the details that matter most — and peace of mind for the people you love.
If you could choose just one thing for your service, what would it be: burial or cremation?
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Appleton, WI
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