Donald Engmann, age 86, of Lomira was called to his Savior on December 3, 2022, at Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac. His faith in God sustained him during a three-year battle with cancer and he faced the disease with courage and a positive attitude. He was an inspiration to many. Funeral servicesContinue Reading
Donald Engmann, age 86, of Lomira was called to his Savior on December 3, 2022, at Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac. His faith in God sustained him during a three-year battle with cancer and he faced the disease with courage and a positive attitude. He was an inspiration to many.
Funeral services for Don will be held on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church in the Town of Lomira with Rev. Matthew Kuske officiating. Visitation for Don will take place at church from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service at 2:00 p.m. Interment will be at Union Cemetery in Theresa. Graveside military rights will be conducted by Lomira American Legion Post #347.
Don was born October 19, 1936, in Lomira, the son of William and Cecelia (Steiner) Engmann. After graduating from Mayville High School, he served in the U.S. Army for two years. Don married the love of his life and best friend, Elaine (Zimmerman) on June 6, 1959, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in the town of Lomira and together they raised three sons. Don was a member of the Lomira Lions Club for over 50 years. He loved spending his summers at Fox Lake with his family and could most often be found fishing from the pier. Over the last 15 years he and his wife spent winters in Estero, Florida with many friends.
Besides his wife of 63 years, Don is survived by his sons Steve (Kim) of Appleton, Scott (Carol) of Combined Locks, and Randy of Milwaukee. He’s also survived by grandsons Mathew (fiancé Ellen) of Milwaukee, Tanner (Dianora) of Frankfort, Germany, granddaughters Kayla (Mike) Baum of Oconomowoc, Caroline (David) Westfallen of Milwaukee and Claire (fiancé Bri) of Los Angeles, CA. His great-granddaughter Mora Baum will miss her Grandpa Monkey. His sister Joyce Jaeger of Neshkoro, sister-in-law Betty Engmann of Mayville and sister-in-law and brother-in-law Vivian and Ewald Neitzel of Mayville further survive him. He was an uncle, cousin, and friend to many.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Jerry and Bob, brother-in-law Gilbert Jaeger, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Judy and Bob Johnson and grandson Christian Engmann.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or Hospice Home of Hope.
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Steve & Kim ~
So sorry to learn of Steve's Dad passing.
Please know you & your family are in our thoughts during this sad time.
Hugs to you both.
Our sympathy,
Chuck & Sue
Marty & Lynne Schibbelhut
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Harry & Cindy Baker Family
left a message on December 5, 2022:
The Baker family is truly saddened to hear of the passing of Don. He was a wonderful man. We will miss our talks on his pier at Fox Lake. Don treated everyone he met with kindness and respect. His memories will live on forever. Our deepest sympathy and prayers for all of his family and friends during this difficult time.
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Kathleen Gunning
left a message on December 4, 2022:
It was with great sadness that we learned of Don's passing. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him, May your memories of happy times help you through this most difficult time. Know your Riverwoods friends are sending you much love. Kathleen and Greg
Theodore & Valorie Wickert (Riverwoods)
left a message on December 4, 2022:
What a loss!
We remember Don (and Elaine) as super friendly people and heavy contributors to their community in southwest Florida. Always willing to help and always happy.
We will remember Don every time we stand at the counter in Wheeler Hall.
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss.
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Barb and Tom Zingsheim
left a message on December 3, 2022:
So sorry for you loss Elaine. Had so much fun being with you in Florida. Don was such a great guy. Thoughts hugs and prayers to all of you
Tom and Barb Zingsheim
Ed & Janice Sachariason
left a message on December 3, 2022:
Elaine and family, was so saddened to hear of Don’s passing. He will truly be missed in Riverwoods, was a big asset to the community. Had the best burgers and onion sandwich, willing to fill in wherever needed, always was willing to talk to you, was the cutest couple on the dance floor and had a heart of gold.
Our hearts, love, sympathy and hugs go out to you all as celebrate Don.
Jim and Arlene Kranz
left a message on December 3, 2022:
To Don's family. Your wonderful husband, Dad and Grandpa will be so missed at Riverwoods. He brought so much light and love to this world. He was generous and kind. He made the best burgers with fried onions. I always looked forward to him cooking for us. You all have our sympathy and we will be praying for all of you. Take care.
Cindy Biaggi
left a message on December 3, 2022:
I’m so sorry to hear of Don’s passing . Don and Elaine were always so sweet, kind and willing to always help out in the kitchen in Riverwoods . Rest In Peace Don. You will be missed by many .
Mary Borsari Tom Bond
left a message on December 3, 2022:
Dear Elaine and family,
Tom and I were very sad to hear the news of Don’s passing from David Zingsheim this morning. We stood in front of your home on Slash Pine West reminiscing about all Don meant to the RIverwoods Community. From flipping burgers, to painting the exercise room and everything in between. Nothing stopped him from the countless hours of volunteering. You truly made a difference and will be missed.
Tom and I will especially miss seeing him working in your yard, or sitting in your driveway where he always had time to chat and pass on a positive thought for the day.
May all his memories be a blessing to you, family and friends during this difficult time.
Love,
Mary and Tom Bond
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Steve & Kim ~
So sorry to learn of Steve's Dad passing.
Please know you & your family are in our thoughts during this sad time.
Hugs to you both.
Our sympathy,
Chuck & Sue
Marty & Lynne Schibbelhut
left a message on December 7, 2022:
Harry & Cindy Baker Family
left a message on December 5, 2022:
The Baker family is truly saddened to hear of the passing of Don. He was a wonderful man. We will miss our talks on his pier at Fox Lake. Don treated everyone he met with kindness and respect. His memories will live on forever. Our deepest sympathy and prayers for all of his family and friends during this difficult time.
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left a message on December 5, 2022:
Kathleen Gunning
left a message on December 4, 2022:
It was with great sadness that we learned of Don's passing. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him, May your memories of happy times help you through this most difficult time. Know your Riverwoods friends are sending you much love. Kathleen and Greg
Theodore & Valorie Wickert (Riverwoods)
left a message on December 4, 2022:
What a loss!
We remember Don (and Elaine) as super friendly people and heavy contributors to their community in southwest Florida. Always willing to help and always happy.
We will remember Don every time we stand at the counter in Wheeler Hall.
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Anonymous
left a message on December 4, 2022:
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left a message on December 3, 2022:
Barb and Tom Zingsheim
left a message on December 3, 2022:
So sorry for you loss Elaine. Had so much fun being with you in Florida. Don was such a great guy. Thoughts hugs and prayers to all of you
Tom and Barb Zingsheim
Ed & Janice Sachariason
left a message on December 3, 2022:
Elaine and family, was so saddened to hear of Don’s passing. He will truly be missed in Riverwoods, was a big asset to the community. Had the best burgers and onion sandwich, willing to fill in wherever needed, always was willing to talk to you, was the cutest couple on the dance floor and had a heart of gold.
Our hearts, love, sympathy and hugs go out to you all as celebrate Don.
Jim and Arlene Kranz
left a message on December 3, 2022:
To Don's family. Your wonderful husband, Dad and Grandpa will be so missed at Riverwoods. He brought so much light and love to this world. He was generous and kind. He made the best burgers with fried onions. I always looked forward to him cooking for us. You all have our sympathy and we will be praying for all of you. Take care.
Cindy Biaggi
left a message on December 3, 2022:
I’m so sorry to hear of Don’s passing . Don and Elaine were always so sweet, kind and willing to always help out in the kitchen in Riverwoods . Rest In Peace Don. You will be missed by many .
Mary Borsari Tom Bond
left a message on December 3, 2022:
Dear Elaine and family,
Tom and I were very sad to hear the news of Don’s passing from David Zingsheim this morning. We stood in front of your home on Slash Pine West reminiscing about all Don meant to the RIverwoods Community. From flipping burgers, to painting the exercise room and everything in between. Nothing stopped him from the countless hours of volunteering. You truly made a difference and will be missed.
Tom and I will especially miss seeing him working in your yard, or sitting in your driveway where he always had time to chat and pass on a positive thought for the day.
May all his memories be a blessing to you, family and friends during this difficult time.
Love,
Mary and Tom Bond
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