Carey L. Vanderloop, 59, Wrightstown, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 6, 2026, surrounded by his loving wife and family after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. He was born September 12,1966.

Carey dedicated his life to his wife, his family and the agriculture industry he loved.

As the third-generation co-owner of Vanderloop Equipment, he carried forward a proud family legacy while helping shape the future of agricultural equipment and technology. Carey was widely recognized as an innovator and visionary seeking emerging solutions that would benefit not only his customers, but the agriculture industry as a whole, for generations to come.

While his professional accomplishments were significant, Carey found great joy in life with Brenda and his family. He cherished opportunities to spend time with those he loved and created countless memories through adventures and shared experiences. He also took great pride in being a grandpa to his beautiful granddaughter Evelyn. Carey had a passion for travel and enjoyed exploring the world with his wife. He made many memorable trips throughout Europe, Punta Cana, and Colombia. In his free time, he enjoyed snowmobiling, boating, and racing cars at Wisconsin International Raceway (WIR).

Carey is survived by his wife, Brenda Vanderloop; his daughters: Brooke (Brandon Ertel) Vanderloop and Bettina (Kurt Kobussen) Vanderloop and granddaughter Evelyn Ertel; his mother, Char Vanderloop; brother, Brian (Deena) Vanderloop; nieces and nephews, the daughters’ mother, Colleen as well as many extended family members, business associates, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Dennis Vanderloop; aunts and uncles, and his cousin and business partner, Scott Vanderloop.

Visitation for Carey will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Verkuilen-Van Deurzen Family Funeral Home, 2401 Fieldcrest Dr., Kaukauna. Visitation will continue on Friday, June 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Francis Church, Hollandtown, 433 County Rd. CE, Kaukauna, and will continue until the time of the Funeral Mass at 12:00 p.m. Despite the construction near the church and surrounding areas, entrances and exits are accessible. For online condolences, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com.

Carey’s family wishes to extend a special thank you to Bellin Hospital, especially the nurses and Dr. Bowman – the palliative care team, for their great care and compassion they provided.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family, a memorial fund will be established in Carey’s name.