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Alton J. Soldner

September 1, 1934 - July 18, 2017
Visitation
Immanuel Lutheran Church-Reeseville
210 Lincoln Ave.
Reeseville, WI 53579
Saturday 7/22, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Service
Immanuel Lutheran Church-Reeseville
210 Lincoln Ave.
Reeseville, WI 53579
Saturday 7/22, 12:00 pm
Location Not Available
Saturday 7/22, 1:15 pm
Trinity Lutheran Cemetery-Reeseville
9615 County Rd I
Reeseville, WI 53579
(920) 885-6600 |
Saturday 7/22, 12:45 pm

Alton J. Soldner, age 82, of Reeseville, died on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at his home, with family by his side. The visitation will be at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Reeseville on Saturday, July 22, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. The funeral service will follow at the church on Saturday with Rev. Donald Steinberg officiating. Burial will be at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Reeseville. Alton J. Soldner was born on September 1, 1934. He was raised in the Reeseville area and in 1955, he was united in marriage with Wanda Maas. Alley unfortunately lost his wife to cancer in 1975 but fell in love a second time to Eleanor Gallitz. They were married on June 17, 1978, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Reeseville, where they were long-time church members. He worked for 39 years at Dairy Equipment in Madison, as a welder, and retired in 1999. Alley was an avid outdoorsmen and spent much of his spare time hunting, musky fishing, and during the winter months, he also enjoyed snowmobiling. Alley’s passion was collecting handguns and he often attended gun shows with friends. His hobby was loading his own shells and was a loyal Packer fan. His most loved time was hosting family Christmas and enjoyed gardening. Alley is survived by his wife, Eleanor of Reeseville; children, Randy (Brenda) Soldner, Russel (Dawne) Soldner, Tammie (David) Deloy, all of Reeseville, Cindy Gallitz (fiancé, Joel) of Beaver Dam, Tom (Kathy) Gallitz of Jefferson, and Mike Gallitz (fiancée, Lisa) of Reeseville; 13 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; brother and sisters, Bonney (David) Rennhack of Lowell, Doug (Denise) Jaehnke of Reeseville, and Renee (Gary) Wahl of Reeseville; nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Mildred (Soldner) Jaehnke; his first wife, Wanda; and two brothers, Clifford Jr. and Dennis Jaehnke. If desired, memorials may be made in Alton J. Soldner’s name to Immanuel Lutheran Church or to Rainbow Hospice Care. The Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Reeseville is caring for the family. To leave online condolences, or for directions and other information, please visit our website at www.KoepsellFH.com.

Visitation
Immanuel Lutheran Church-Reeseville
210 Lincoln Ave.
Reeseville, WI 53579
Map
Saturday 7/22, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Service
Immanuel Lutheran Church-Reeseville
210 Lincoln Ave.
Reeseville, WI 53579
Map
Saturday 7/22, 12:00 pm
Location Not Available
Saturday 7/22, 1:15 pm
Trinity Lutheran Cemetery-Reeseville
9615 County Rd I
Reeseville, WI 53579
(920) 885-6600 | Map
Saturday 7/22, 12:45 pm

Alton J. Soldner, age 82, of Reeseville, died on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at his home, with family by his side. The visitation will be at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Reeseville on Saturday, July 22, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. The funeral service will follow at the church on Saturday with Rev. DonaldContinue Reading

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Sonya & Don Vehlow left a message on July 22, 2017:

Eleanor & family - we are so sorry for your loss. We hope it helps to know that others are with you in thought & sympathy!

Frank Albrecht left a message on July 21, 2017:

Russ and brothers and sisters sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad,Eleanor,I'm sure he was a great part of your life and will be for some time.God bless you and keep a eye on all of you. Frank and Carrie Albrecht Juneau

Jerry & Judy Hotmar left a message on July 21, 2017:

Sorry for your loss, losing a loved one is never easy. Hold all the good times and memories close in your heart forever. Our Sympathy, Jerry (Benny) & Judy Hotmar

Scott Singletary left a message on July 20, 2017:

Russ--sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. God Bless you and your entire family at this time of loss.

Desiree Mueller left a message on July 19, 2017:

The price to pay for having someone special touch your life is the sadness you feel when they're gone. My heart hurts Grandpa, the tears fall, but you told me you were ready to gain your wings. So we will try to be strong and cherish the memories, knowing that someday, we WILL see you again. RIP Grandpa - We love you so much.

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Tom and Linda, Tommy and Andy Guttmann left a message on July 19, 2017:

So sorry for your loss Eleanor. He was a sweetheart. We will all miss him.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your famiily God Bless you..

Koepsell Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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