Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home

12/28/2025

In memory of Marian Zuleger.

Marian R. Zuleger, age 97, of Black Creek passed away on December 26, 2025 at Brewster Village in Appleton. She was born on August 29, 1928 a daughter of the late Edwin and Clara (Bartman) Sassman.

She was united in marriage to Earl Zuleger on June 4, 1949 having celebrated 71 years of marriage. Earl preceded her in death on February 11, 2021.

Marian was a devoted member of St. John United Church of Christ in Black Creek where she was active in the Women's Guild, taught Sunday school, sang in the choir for over 75 years, and also served as the church secretary. She was also a member of the Duhm-Masch American Legion Post Auxiliary.

Marian enjoyed quilting, having made over 400 quilts for her family, friends, and those in need through the Girl Scouts. She was a sports fan and loved watching high school basketball, Brewer games, Wisconsin Badgers, and of course the Packers. Marian swong her first golf club at the age of 75.

Marian is survived by her children: Sharon (Peter) Passick, Duane (Karen) Zuleger, Janet (Jim) Coe, and Barry Zuleger; six grandchildren: Rebecca (Ben) Mann, Steven Passick, Crissy Zuleger, Tammy (Jeremy) Spangler, Amber Coe, and Taylor (Dawn Griffin) Coe; two great-grandchildren: Ariana and Emma Mann; brother, LaVerne (Joyce) Sassman. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

In addition to her husband and parents, Marian was preceded in death by her sisters, Vera (Ben) Krueger and Esther Henry; and brother, Ralph (Helen) Sassman.

A visitation for Marian will take place on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at St. John United Church of Christ in Black Creek from 9 am until the funeral service at 11 am with Pastor Moira Finley officiating. Burial will take place at Highland Memorial Park in Appleton.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Marian's memory are appreciated.

12/25/2025

12/23/2025

In memory of Shirley Pagel

Shirley M. Pagel, age 89 of Black Creek, formerly of Fence, WI passed away peacefully on Monday, December 22, 2025.

She was born on August 18, 1936 in Wrightstown, daughter of the late Lawrence and Adaline (Frederick) Zirbel. Shirley was united in marriage to Robert "Bob" Pagel on August 25, 1955. They were married for 63 years. He preceded her in death on July 6, 2019.

She graduated from Wrightstown High School. Bob and Shirley owned and operated Pagel's Superette in Black Creek in the 1970's. They retired to northern Wisconsin or "God's Country" as they loved to call it.
Shirley always had a smile on her face and enjoyed spending time with family and friends particularly her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved cooking, fishing, camping, watching the Brewers and watching her birds... especially the hummingbirds.

She is survived by her two daughters: Pamela "Pam" (Paul) Batte, Fence, and SharRee (Robert) Gritt, Black Creek; one son, Robert "Bob" (Heather) Pagel, Appleton; eight grandchildren: Matthew (Brenda) Batte, Angela Wilkinson, BethAnn (Dan) Riesenweber, Amanda (Ryan) Riehl, Stefanie (Kurt) Zuleger, Sarah (Tom) Curry, Alexis (Andrew) Stroman and Natalie Payette; twelve great-grandchildren; brother, Richard Zirbel; sister; Pat (Roger) Oldenburg, and numerous nieces and nephews. Further survived by sisters-in-law: Mary Zirbel and Sandy (Jerry) Klukow.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Pagel; siblings: Bob Zirbel, Gerald (Phyllis) Zirbel, and Carol Cunningham; sister-in-law: Jan Zirbel; and brothers-in-law: Gary (Nancy) Pagel and Wayne (Gerry) Pagel.

Visitation will take place on Saturday, January 10th, 2026 at Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour from 9:30 am until the memorial service at 11:00 am with Pastor Ty Stoneburner officiating.
In addition, a celebration of life will be held in Fence, WI at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Shirley's memory to St. Jude Children's Hospital are appreciated.

Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences to Shirley's family can be made at

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12/22/2025

In memory of Donna Braun

Donna A. Braun, age 80, of Seymour passed away peacefully on December 19th, 2025. She was born on August 9, 1945, to Henry and Mildred (Boettcher) Voelz.

Donna was joined in marriage to Roger Braun on August 19, 1961, having celebrated 60 years of marriage prior to Roger's passing.

Donna provided in home day care for 38 years in Seymour. She and Roger also owned and operated a dairy farm for nine years in Frazer Corners.
She enjoyed cooking, baking and reading cookbooks for new recipes. Donna was known for her black bottom cupcakes and basic hot dish, staples of the Braun family.
She enjoyed reading, crocheting, supporting her granddaughters, and spending time with family.

Donna is survived by her daughter, Nancy (Chris) Sievert; two granddaughters: Courtney (Zack) Davis and Morgan (Clayton) Bscherer; great grandchildren Rendley Davis and Ryder Davis; siblings Marcella Kohn and Henry Voelz, sister-in-law Lois Lemke; brother-in-law Ronald (Jean) Hinkfuss; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Donna is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Roger, in-laws Esther and George Hinkfuss; siblings Vernon (Cecelia) Voelz, Kenneth (Alice) Voelz, Betty (George) Cole, Jernice (Clark) Rounds, and brothers-in-law John Lemke and Willard Kohn.

Funeral services for Donna will be held at Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour, on Saturday December 27th at 12 Noon with Pastor Steve Apfel officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10:00 AM until the time of services. Burial will take place at the parish cemetery.

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12/20/2025

2025 Wisconsin Act 52 was signed into law on December 9, 2025. Joel Walters, President of the Wisconsin Funeral Directors Association, lobbied policymakers across the state and testified at Assembly and Senate hearings as to the need for this law.

Act 52 allows for the use of flashing purple lights to indicate the presence of a funeral procession. Allowing the use of purple lights differentiates funeral procession lead vehicles from municipal vehicles and mail carriers, just to name a few.

As a reminder, In Wisconsin, drivers must yield to funeral processions with flashing purple or amber lights, treating them like emergency vehicles; you can't drive between cars in the line, and the lead vehicle follows traffic laws, but following cars can proceed if the lead car does.

12/19/2025

In memory of Edith Nagel

Edith J. Nagel, age 88, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, at Renaissance Assisted Living in De Pere, Wisconsin. She was married for 54 years to her beloved husband Darvin, who preceded her in death in 2012.

Edith graduated from West High in Green Bay in 1955 and attended Northwestern Nursing College in Chicago until married on January 4, 1958. They grew Darvin's family farm in Oneida into a thriving business for over 30 years. Edith was a very involved farm wife and managed the animal husbandry, financials and farm expansion.

Edith had many hobbies and passions throughout her life. She enjoyed her beautiful apple orchard, bowling, fishing, painting and her beloved Brewers, where she seldom missed watching a game. A talented musician, music was her lifelong passion. She played many instruments, and in particular was an excellent pianist and organist from a young age. In high school she accompanied at the Meyer Theatre for radio shows. Throughout her life, she would play for many schools and 4-H programs, multiple churches and organizations. In addition, Edith shared her gifts through piano lessons to many over the years. During the last year, she enjoyed playing for the choir and church services at Rennes.

She is survived by her children: Mary Ellen (Eric) Hansen, Nancy Nagel, John (Gwen) Nagel, Margaret (Mark) Waage, and David (Kristen) Nagel, grandchildren: Nick, Sarah, Luke, Sasha, Marinna, Hannah, Nicole, Shailee, and Tyler, and great grandchildren: Quinn, Zoe, Hugh, and Anya. Edith is also survived by a sister, Janet Francies and sister-in-law Marlene Nagel.

Edith is preceded in death by her infant daughter Gloria, in-laws Ray Francies, Bobbi Nagel, and Gerald (the late Lois) Nagel.
Funeral services for Edith will be held at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Seymour, on Friday January 9th, 2026 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Ty Stoneburner officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:00 AM until the time of services. Private interment at the parish cemetery.

Edith's family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Rennes and Unity Hospice for their wonderful care of mom. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Crossways Youth Camp in Edith's name are appreciated.

Online condolences may be expressed to Edith's family at

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12/19/2025

In memory of Carol Kieff

Carol Kieff, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
Carol was born on April 26, 1943 to the late Hugh and Agnes (Wenninger) Samson. Carol was united in marriage to Richard Kieff on May 23, 1970. He preceded her in death in December of 1986.
She enjoyed making hand-stamped greeting cards in which she would donate many to Unity Hospice Care in Green Bay. She loved reading books, playing Sudoku, and doing Word Search puzzles. Carol had a gift of bringing smiles and laughter to everyone she knew. She was dedicated to always helping others in so many ways. She was a very positive person and will be greatly missed.
She is survived by nephews: Jason (Rebecca) Samson, Rance (Debra) Scharp; great-niece and great-nephew: Kaitlyn Lesperance and Andrew Samson; a great-great-nephew, Liam Lesperance, friends Kathy Callovi and Jeff Callovi, and many other relatives and friends.
She is preceded in death by her brother, Allen; and nephew, Bryan.
Per Carol's wishes there will not be a service at this time.

12/18/2025

This week Joel and Pete had the opportunity to host the Senior class from Shiocton High School again.
➡They were able to ask questions and learn about the Funeral Industry as a profession, as well as the process of caring for the deceased, and the process of planning a funeral- from the Funeral Home's side as well as the family's side.

▪Thank you to the senior class and Ms. Elizabeth (Elizabeth Fallona, Social Studies Teacher), for making the trip over, coming prepared with very interesting questions, participating, and being open and willing to have discussions around a topic that can be hard to have. We hope you all have a better understanding and found it valuable.▪

-Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home Staff

School District of Shiocton

12/13/2025

UPDATE: The missing coat has been located. Thank you all for your assitance.

****Attention Please****

For those that attended the services for Steven Hilgenberg this evening:

If you happen to have a Green Khaki long Winter coat with fur around the hood, you may have taken the wrong coat. There will be a pair of black gloves and Kleenex in the pockets.

Please call us at 920-833-2328 so we can get it to the owner.

Thank you!teds