This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ChgoKid Surnames: Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.wisconsin.counties.shawano/17013/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Green Bay Press Gazette August 2, 2009 Wagner, Roman C. Roman C. Wagner, age 97, Suring, passed away on Saturday August 1, 2009. He was born in the Town of How on June 29, 1912, to the late Matt and Heneriata (Bonnin) Wagner. Roman grew up in Suring, and then attended college in Whitewater. Roman married Rufina Gardebrecht at St. John Lutheran Church in Hayes on January 15, 1944. He was a Licensed Cheesemaker for 41 years, working in Frostville for William Mitchell until they closed in the mid 1970's, and then working for Manthei Cheese Factory until he retired. Roman enjoyed hunting, fishing and especially gardening. Roman was a very active member of Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, where he was President of the Church, President of their Cemetery Association, and a member of their Men's Club. Roman is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Rufina, Suring; a daughter, Donna (Larry) Mehlberg, Stevens Point; a son, David (Marsha) Wagner, Suring; four grandchildren, Kurtis (Erin) Mehlberg, Kristin (Dr. Andrew) Alexander, Kenton Mehlberg, Shaun (Monica) Wagner, and nine great grandchildren. Roman was preceded in death by his son, Robert Wagner; two brothers, Matt and Roger; his sister Eldora Rusch. Visitation will be held at Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Suring on Tuesday August 4, 2009 from 9:30 a.m. until the funeral service at 11 a.m. with Pastor Michael Paholke officiating. Roman will be interred in Mt. Olive Cemetery. Gruetzmacher Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.