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Donald J Brantmeier
July 3, 1943 - Nov. 27, 2024 - Brothertown, WI
Funeral Service
Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024
1:00 pm
54 E. Main St.
Chilton, WI 53014
Funeral Visitation
Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024
10:00 am - 12:15 pm
411 W Main St.
Chilton, WI
Donald J Brantmeier
Brothertown WI
Donald J. Brantmeier, age 81, of the Town of Brothertown, died on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at the Willowdale Health & Rehab Center in New Holstein. He was born July 3, 1943 in Hilbert, Wisconsin, son of the late Jerome “Butch” & Mary (Campbell) Brantmeier. Following his graduation from high school, Donald joined the United States Air Force in 1962. He proudly served for 4 years in Roswell, New Mexico at the airport as an electrician. During this time of service, he married Mariann Thiel on January 18, 1964 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Hilbert.
Following his honorable discharge, he and his wife and two children with another arriving soon began their drive back to Wisconsin. Once home, he purchased a local business and began operating Brantmeier Electric in Chilton. He operated the entity until his retirement at the age of 65 when his son, Mike, purchased it after years of tutelage from his father.
Don always loved the great outdoors, especially if it involved hunting or fishing. In 1995, he and Mariann moved to the shore of Lake Winnebago where he has resided ever since. This put him closer to the water so he could get out more frequently, but he also loved to head to Lake Michigan where he could fish and enjoy time on his boat affectionately named “Mariann”. He and his family took time to go to their cottage in Three Lakes, Wisconsin which they had for over 20 years, and he eagerly awaited his time spent at the hunting cabin in Michigan. Known as “Sturgeon General” by a group of family and friends, Don could be found on Lake Winnebago when it’s waters froze. They also referred to him as “Argo Man” since he was the only person in the group to have owned one.
Survivors include his wife: Mariann; his children: Suzanne (John) Hostettler, Michael (Michelle) Brantmeier, Kim (Bob) Hephner, Cheryl (Mike) Schlater; his grandchildren: Jackie (Rick) Batzler, Jessica Hostettler, Jacob (Kelsey) Hostettler, Jolene (Johnathan) Schmalz, Shandell Hephner, Lance Hephner, Marianna Hephner, Isabella Schlater, Gabriella Schlater; great grandchildren: Jade Hostettler, Emma Batzler, Donovan Batzler, Remington Hostettler, Beaumont Hostettler, Adeline Schmalz; and his siblings and siblings-in-law: Jane (Art) Thiel, Janet Brantmeier, Mary Brantmeier, Linda Schaffer, Dave (Debbie) Brantmeier and Maxine (Raphael) Geiger. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brothers and brothers-in-law: Dick Brantmeier, Tom Brantmeier, Ted Schaffer and Jerry Thiel.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church (54 E. Main St.) in Chilton with Rev. Jon Thorsen officiating. A time of visitation will be held at the Wieting Family Funeral Home (411 W. Main St.) in Chilton from 10:00 am until 12:15 pm on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. At time time of the service and following, there will be a link available above for those wishing to watch a live stream or archived recording of the service, watch a memorial video, or see pictures of the flowers and gifts given to the family.
Memorials given in the name of Donald J. Brantmeier are greatly appreciated for the Calumet County Dive Team which is a group who responds to water emergencies and rescues on the lake that Don spent so much time enjoying.
Condolences
A TRUE LEGEND. His direction in my time around the Brantmeier family was always for the best . Although I may have not taken it. Looking back now He was a Gentle,Caring Man. May He continue fishing th Great Waters above.
Troy Woelfel (Classmate of Mike) 2024-12-05 16:28:35
A good businessman I always enjoyed working with. Fun high school memories our thoughts are with you
Dale and Kathy ott (Friends ) 2024-12-04 18:40:58
Marrianne and family, We want to offer our deepest sympathy all of you. Clarence and Barb
Clarence and Barbara Weller (friend) 2024-12-04 16:13:18
Marianne, My deepest sympathy in your loss of Don! He was always such a fun guy to be around. He will be missed by a lot of friends he hunted with and fished with and his family! God Bless your family!!
Ginny Sommers (Family friend) 2024-12-03 09:39:02
Mike-Michelle, Bob-Kim, Suzanne-John....I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Never easy, but looking back on all the good times and memories eases the pain.
Sue Koch (Friend of Family) 2024-12-03 07:52:58
I have such fond memories of Donny and time together in Three Lakes. There are many happy stories, and I am grateful to have known him.
Dean Schmitz (Friend of Cheryl) 2024-12-02 20:10:25
So sorry to hear of Donald’s passing. He was a wonderful man and we were lucky enough to have crossed his path in life. He and the family are continually in our prayers.
Kirsten and Jim Boehm (Friends (Mike)) 2024-12-02 09:36:59
Our prayers go out to you and your family! Don was a kind and special person who loved the outdoors! We enjoyed visiting with him every summer at Bent’s and fall for deer hunting. He will be missed!
David & Whitney Susoreny (Friend of Mike & Michelle) 2024-12-02 07:18:14
Mariann and family I am sorry for your loss. We had some great times together. In high school, playing cards and class reunions.
Donald Herbeck (Friend) 2024-12-01 17:54:30
Marrianne and family, We want to offer our deepest sympathy all of you. Clarence and Barb
Clarence and Barbara Weller (friend) 2024-12-01 12:11:25
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Hope your fond memories bring you comfort.
Karen Geiser (Friend) 2024-11-30 21:31:42
Dear Brantmeier Family, Sending our condolences and prayers -- so sorry to learn of Don's passing. It was always a delight to see him and his furry friend out when we went for walks.
Steve & Diane Stroobants (Neighbor / Business Customer) 2024-11-30 13:03:50
Suzanne & John, so sorry for the loss of Don. Prayers to the whole family.
Susan M Schenkus (Sister in law to Suzanne ) 2024-11-29 19:01:10
Mariann, Fred and I send our sympathy to you and your family. Alot of fun memorys from High School. Gods blessing to you.
Anita Harder (Classmate & Friend) 2024-11-29 10:52:34
Suzanne, John and the entire Brantmeier Family, you all have my sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad. His health struggles are now over, may he rest in peace.
Kathy Burg (Friend) 2024-11-28 19:41:33
My deepest condolences to the entire Brantmeier family. I have so many fond memories at your home and cottage with Cheryl. Thank you for all the times you took me along to the cottage and boating. I will always remember Mr. Brantmeier’s hearty laugh and him dancing on the dock to his oldies tunes and throwing Cheryl off the dock. He instilled his amazing work ethic to his children and zest for life. Sending hugs, prayers, and comfort to you all.
Kim (Pethan) Erickson (Friend of Cheryl) 2024-11-28 18:06:13
Saddened at hearing about the passing of Don. Always a fun guy with a big smile and warm heart for friends and his customers. He will be missed by all.
Jeanne Sturm Klotz (friend) 2024-11-28 11:37:43
Suzanne and the whole Brantmeier family,so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences.
Dan and Ann Gehl (Friend) 2024-11-28 10:45:04
My deepest sympathies to all of you with the loss of Don. He was always one of my favorites when I got to see him.
Christine Goetsch (Friend) 2024-11-28 10:01:02
Suzanne and the whole Brantmeier family I’m so sorry for your loss.
Peggy Kees (Former co-worker of Suzanne ) 2024-11-28 01:07:23
Suzanne, John and the entire Brantmeier Family, you all have my sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad. His health struggles are now over, may he rest in peace.
Kathy Burg (Friend) 2024-11-28 01:04:08
Don was a great guy that cared about people along with his business side of Don caring for his customers. Words cannot speak of his wisdom and enjoyable sport of sturgeon spearing which he shared. Blessing to the family
Gary & Deann Halbach (Friendship and business) 2024-11-27 21:19:02
So sorry to hear about your father Suzanne Michael Kim and Cheryl. We give our deepest sympathy.
Denise and Michael Gerhartz (Friend of family) 2024-11-27 18:48:26
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