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Dolores M Pethan
Apr. 10, 1931 - Apr. 11, 2025 - New Holstein, WI
Funeral Service
Saturday, Apr. 26, 2025
11:00 am
1724 Madison St
New Holstein, WI 53061
Funeral Visitation
Saturday, Apr. 26, 2025
9:00 am - 10:45 am
1724 Madison St.
New Holstein, WI 53061
Dolores M Pethan
New Holstein WI
Dolores M. Pethan, age 94, of New Holstein, died on April 11, 2025, at Caring Hands Assisted Living in New Holstein. She was born April 10, 1931, daughter of the late Edward and Veronica (Grenzer) Breckheimer. She married Leonard Pethan on September 3, 1949, and together they had six children.
Dolores was the bookkeeper Pethan and Pethan, Inc. until 1979 and then for Lisowe Dairy Systems (LDS) until she retired at 75. She and Leonard were Packers season ticket holders starting in 1958 at New City Stadium, later named Lambeau Field, and she was there to watch the legendary Ice Bowl. Her faith was very important to her and she was always active within her churches at St. Charles in Charlesburg and Holy Rosary in New Holstein.
Dolores is survived by her children: Jerry (Pat) Pethan, Jeanne Pethan, Jan (John) Dieringer, Vicky (David) Ramminger, and Pearl (Curtis) Litterer; grandchildren: Heather (Dustin) Louden, Brian (Ashley) Schwaller, Angela Schneider, Joel (Lindsey) Pethan, Emily (Carl) Reible, Amanda (Nick) Raudabaugh, Paula (Barrett) Steenrod, Kate (Caleb) Horn, and Amber Litterer; great-grandchildren: Emerson Louden, Everett Louden, Samuel Schneider, Elise Schneider, April Reible, Aleaha Reible, Mitchell Raudabaugh, Daisy Raudabaugh, Charlotte Raudabaugh, and Wilder Steenrod; and many in-laws, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Dolores was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard; her parents, Edward and Veronica; daughter: Germaine Pethan; a grandson: Jesse Pethan; and a brother: Hugo Breckheimer.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church (1724 Madison St.) in New Holstein. Friends may call from 9:00 am until 10:45 am at the church on the day of service. Her burial will take place at 9:00 am on Monday, April 28, 2025, at St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in Charlesburg. At the time of service and following there will be a link available to watch a memorial video in honor of Dolores and to view flowers and gifts given to the family, available through their website page at wietingfuneralhome.com
Condolences
Sending our sympathy for the loss of Delores. We didn’t get to know her much, only when buying her house in Charlesburg. By looking at the flower gardens around the yard, she had a love for flowers and it was obvious the hard work she had put in. May the memories of your loved one keep you during this difficult time.
Rick and Janice Robinson (We bought her house in Charlesburg) 2025-04-25 20:06:24
She was kind and when she was done doing her work at home she would come over knock on the door and we sit and talk about what ever she wanted to Iwould help her out and she would help me just a awesome lady will always remember her
Steve. Elaine Schuler (Friends ) 2025-04-25 13:11:34
I am very saddened to hear of the loss of your Mother. Prayers are with you all as you travel through this Sad time in our lives.
Jeanne Sturm Klotz (friend) 2025-04-17 11:12:14
Please accept my sympathy on the loss of your beloved mother. She meant so much to all of us at St. Charles Congregation. She truly was a faithful servant of God. She used her God given gifts in so many capacities. If I recall correctly, she served a as a parish trustee, parish council member, CCD teacher, President of Christian Mothers, lector, communion distributor, sacristan, scheduler and anywhere there was a need for her organizational and problem solving skills. She loved. She cared. Thank you to all of her family for sharing her with us.
Judy Puetz (A Friend in Christ) 2025-04-16 16:56:19
In Loving Memory of Dolores M. Pethan I want to extend my deepest condolences to the Pethan family on the passing of Dolores. She was an incredible woman whose kindness changed my life in ways I can never fully express. When I was going through a difficult chapter as a teenager, Dolores welcomed me into her home. From my sophomore year through graduation, she provided me with not only a place to live but also a sense of stability, love, and hope. Her generosity during those years gave me the foundation I needed to grow, and I will always be grateful for the care and compassion she showed me. Now, as the Mayor of New Holstein, I carry her spirit with me in everything I do. One of my greatest hopes was to bring growth and positive change to our city while she was still with us—as a way to honor her and show that a single act of kindness can shape a life and a community. Dolores’s selflessness helped guide me to where I am today, and I see my work as a testament to the good she brought into the world. Rest in peace, Dolores. Your love made a difference, and your legacy lives on. With heartfelt gratitude and sympathy, Richard Snelson
Richard Snelson (Godchild) 2025-04-16 05:25:13
Pethan family,So sorry for your loss of Mom,She wasa beautiful lady May the dear lord bless you.LOVE&PRAYERS.Ruth
Ruth Thede (Friend) 2025-04-13 18:21:19
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