Ivan C. Elm, age 79, of Mayville, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 11, 2024. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial for Ivan will be held on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Fr. Edwin Kornath presiding at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mayville. A visitation for Ivan will be heldContinue Reading
Ivan C. Elm, age 79, of Mayville, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 11, 2024.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial for Ivan will be held on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Fr. Edwin Kornath presiding at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mayville. A visitation for Ivan will be held at church on Saturday, January 27, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. Military honors will be conducted by the Mayville American Legion Post #69.
Ivan was born to Mitchell Jr and Bertha (McGee) Elm on June 4, 1944, in Gresham/Redsprings, Wisconsin. He graduated from Pulaski High School in 1962. Ivan was united in marriage to Therese Resheske on September 29, 1973, at Holy Angels Parish in West Bend. They resided in Kenosha for 28 years and later moved to Mayville.
Ivan proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1966-1972. He was a faithful member of St. Mary’s Parish in Mayville. Ivan retired in April of 2008 after 35 years with Chrysler Motors LLC., (American Motors). Other positions Ivan held in his career were security guard, grounds keeper, and semi-truck driver. He also held a position with Johns Manville Company. He was a member of the Mayville American Legion Post #69 as well as UAW-Retiree Local 72. Ivan was an enrolled member of the Oneida Tribe of Wisconsin. He was a faithful blood donor until his diagnosis with a rare kidney disease. He had a kidney transplant in January of 2016.
Ivan found joy in giving back to others in his community by volunteering at the American Legion, helping with church bingo, and ringing bells for the Salvation Army. He also enjoyed working at senior meal sites and delivered meals to others.
Ivan is survived by his wife Therese “Tess” Elm; children: Michele Hughes (Josh Stancer) of Fox Lake, Rodrick (Lora) Elm of La Crosse, and Carmin Elm (Clay Gilmer) of Watertown; 9 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; siblings: Richard Elm, Raymond Elm, Howard Elm, Mary Elm, and Frances Elm (Senia). Ivan was further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Ivan was preceded in death by his parents Bertha and Mitchell Jr.; parents-in-law Robert and Helen Resheske; sisters: Judith Rose, Patsy, and Valerie; brothers: Lawrence, Mitchell “Edward”, and Jeffery.
Due to severe allergies, flowers are not recommended. The family asks that any memorials in loving memory of Ivan be directed to St. Mary’s Parish, Oneida Elderly Services, and the National Kidney Foundation.
Per the family’s request, Heartfelt Flowers and Gift Shop may be contacted to assist with any other gifts directed to the family. They can be reached at 920-269-1277.
Anonymous I don't want praise
left a message on January 30, 2024:
Great elder Elm
Elder, grand, and tall, wisest Elm.
Your strength sheltering many.
I looked on you from low.
Full of awe and wonder, an ideal lifted high.
A rare, unwavering, pure pillar of the forest.
Through dark sky and storm, unshakable, selfless and kind.
May the roots you set, continue running deep
May the seeds of your wisdom, be carried far and sown well.
To achieve half your stature, in service to others
As grand an achievement, as any might dare wish.
I pray to someday be half the man you were.
Eagle spirit, soar high, fly far.
Noble wolf, watch your pack, protect them.
Great bear, be still, your rest be long and peaceful.
Grand turtle, May we continue to carry on reliably in your wisdom.
In my silent moments, I will listen for you on the four winds.
Until we meet again may all I do honor you.
Nikki and Joe Elgersma
left a message on January 23, 2024:
Karen Hargrave
left a message on January 18, 2024:
Tess,
I'm sorry to read about Ivan. He was one of my most favorite co-workers at Chrysler and I still remember when Tom and I visited for a day at your house. The parade and cookout were also a lot of fun.
My heart and prayers will be with during these difficult times,
Karen (and Tom) Hargrave
Huntsville Alabama
Nicholas P. Romano
left a message on January 17, 2024:
Ivan was
a member of
Local 75 UAW worked at Chrysler. He was a member of our Local 75
Retiree board and could count on Ivan for helping people that needed help.
Bob & Carolyn Hammill
left a message on January 17, 2024:
It is with heavy heart, that I read of Ivan's passing. We knew each other for a very short period of time, but in that time, I knew that I had met a friend for life. He and I were bunk mates in Basic Training, at Fort Lewis, Washington. After Basic, we went different ways, but we wrote, and we kept in touch. I looked forward to his Christmas cards and the news from Wisconsin. I will miss him. I pray that the Lord takes him and keeps him, since I know him to be one of the best! Please Lord, give Tess and his family, strength.
Mary Ann J. Sternat
left a message on January 17, 2024:
Ivan was a very nice person. I remember him coming to Parkview school and helping in my classroom. He had such a nice personality and so helpful. Cherish the memories. They will get all of you through this difficult time.
Liz Dahms
left a message on January 16, 2024:
I want to say I'm so sorry for your loss to the family I'm a friend of laken and I have met Ivan and he will be missed but not forgotten 😞 much love to the family Liz
Bonnie Czoschke
left a message on January 16, 2024:
Tess, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
David and Donna Gudex-Kamrath
left a message on January 16, 2024:
It is with great sadness to hear about Ivan our prayers go out to his Wife Tess and his family and friends who was great in all what he did in our Community of Mayville and others he made a great name for himself...he volunteered in delivering and help serving meals and was everything to everyone from volunteering at Bingo to being a bell ringer and more...Ivan made everything possible without boundries and limitations putting everyone else before him regardless.....Ivan will be deeply missed but always be remembered never forgotten...Ivan was always positive and pleasant to work with....He always knew he was always greatly appreciated for his volunteering that never went unnoticed ever being a dedicated meal site Volunteer and he made it his top priority above all others if possible not to miss a week...Ivan was a pleasure to know and work with having a positive attitude regardless of health issues he always was cheerful that did not affect his attitude towards others...Ivan was a great guy to know in volunteering and more...Ivan was not only dedicated to volunteering but to his family as well... He was a great example for all the lives he touched he was well liked for who he was...Ivan rest in peace.....you will be missed by many but always will be remembered forever....Donna Gudex-Kamrath see you later!
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Anonymous I don't want praise
left a message on January 30, 2024:
Great elder Elm
Elder, grand, and tall, wisest Elm.
Your strength sheltering many.
I looked on you from low.
Full of awe and wonder, an ideal lifted high.
A rare, unwavering, pure pillar of the forest.
Through dark sky and storm, unshakable, selfless and kind.
May the roots you set, continue running deep
May the seeds of your wisdom, be carried far and sown well.
To achieve half your stature, in service to others
As grand an achievement, as any might dare wish.
I pray to someday be half the man you were.
Eagle spirit, soar high, fly far.
Noble wolf, watch your pack, protect them.
Great bear, be still, your rest be long and peaceful.
Grand turtle, May we continue to carry on reliably in your wisdom.
In my silent moments, I will listen for you on the four winds.
Until we meet again may all I do honor you.
Nikki and Joe Elgersma
left a message on January 23, 2024:
Karen Hargrave
left a message on January 18, 2024:
Tess,
I'm sorry to read about Ivan. He was one of my most favorite co-workers at Chrysler and I still remember when Tom and I visited for a day at your house. The parade and cookout were also a lot of fun.
My heart and prayers will be with during these difficult times,
Karen (and Tom) Hargrave
Huntsville Alabama
Nicholas P. Romano
left a message on January 17, 2024:
Ivan was
a member of
Local 75 UAW worked at Chrysler. He was a member of our Local 75
Retiree board and could count on Ivan for helping people that needed help.
Bob & Carolyn Hammill
left a message on January 17, 2024:
It is with heavy heart, that I read of Ivan's passing. We knew each other for a very short period of time, but in that time, I knew that I had met a friend for life. He and I were bunk mates in Basic Training, at Fort Lewis, Washington. After Basic, we went different ways, but we wrote, and we kept in touch. I looked forward to his Christmas cards and the news from Wisconsin. I will miss him. I pray that the Lord takes him and keeps him, since I know him to be one of the best! Please Lord, give Tess and his family, strength.
Mary Ann J. Sternat
left a message on January 17, 2024:
Ivan was a very nice person. I remember him coming to Parkview school and helping in my classroom. He had such a nice personality and so helpful. Cherish the memories. They will get all of you through this difficult time.
Liz Dahms
left a message on January 16, 2024:
I want to say I'm so sorry for your loss to the family I'm a friend of laken and I have met Ivan and he will be missed but not forgotten 😞 much love to the family Liz
Bonnie Czoschke
left a message on January 16, 2024:
Tess, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
David and Donna Gudex-Kamrath
left a message on January 16, 2024:
It is with great sadness to hear about Ivan our prayers go out to his Wife Tess and his family and friends who was great in all what he did in our Community of Mayville and others he made a great name for himself...he volunteered in delivering and help serving meals and was everything to everyone from volunteering at Bingo to being a bell ringer and more...Ivan made everything possible without boundries and limitations putting everyone else before him regardless.....Ivan will be deeply missed but always be remembered never forgotten...Ivan was always positive and pleasant to work with....He always knew he was always greatly appreciated for his volunteering that never went unnoticed ever being a dedicated meal site Volunteer and he made it his top priority above all others if possible not to miss a week...Ivan was a pleasure to know and work with having a positive attitude regardless of health issues he always was cheerful that did not affect his attitude towards others...Ivan was a great guy to know in volunteering and more...Ivan was not only dedicated to volunteering but to his family as well... He was a great example for all the lives he touched he was well liked for who he was...Ivan rest in peace.....you will be missed by many but always will be remembered forever....Donna Gudex-Kamrath see you later!
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