Francis Glen Planert

Francis G. Planert, 74, of Sherwood, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, September 26, 2015. He was born on May 26, 1941, son of the late Glen and Maymie (Rader) Planert. On June 9, 1973, Fran married the love of his life, Diane Habeck, the best wife in the world.

Fran had a true passion for hunting and fishing and was an all around outdoorsman. He worked for many years at Appvion (formerly Appleton Papers) before his retirement.

Fran is survived by his wife, “My Babe” “Saint Diane” Diane Planert; a daughter, Jo Hannah Lea Planert; grandchildren: Rhiana Lea (Kerschner) Spicer and her husband Demetrius and Ryan Paul Kerschner; siblings: Dean (Sharie) Planert, Judy (Scott) Bunnell and Joann Everts; many members of Diane’s family; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Fran was preceded in death by his beloved dog, Sassy.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, October 3, 2015, at the Verkuilen-Van Deurzen Family Funeral Home Freedom Location, N3972 Columbia Ave., Freedom. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Due to family allergies, they are requesting no flowers be sent to the funeral. For online condolences, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com.

The Planert family would like to thank Doctor Greg Johnson, April and Tabitha at the Kaukauna Clinic, Doctor Neal and her staff, and the “A Team” from Parkside Care Center (you know who you are) for the wonderful care they gave to Fran. Also a special thank you to Fran’s special nephew Glen and Diane’s sister Donna for always being around when they were needed. Diane would also like to thank her work, Werner Electric, for allowing her to take so much time off to be with Fran. 

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