GERALD PUES

Gerald D. Jerry Pues, Neenah, age 70, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, February 14, 2009, at Park View Health Center. He was born June 20, 1938 in Navarino, son of the late Virgil and Beatrice (Moderson) Pues. Jerry married Edna Woestenberg on August 15, 1959 in Dale, WI. He was employed with the Soo Line Railroad and then drove truck and busses for a number of companies. Jerry then was self-employed as an owner/operator truck driver until his retirement due to health reasons. Jerry enjoyed working on cars, hunting, playing cards and socializing with his cronies and family. He was a member of Zion United Church of Christ in Dale. Survivors include his wife, Edna; three daughters: Yvonne (John) Jesse, Jeanne (Douglas) Reese, Dawn (Tom) Eake; seven grandchildren: Rick, Andy and Jeremy Jesse, Derek and Megan Reese, Candy (Brad) Eake Jennings, Josh Eake; three great-grandchildren: Madison Eake, Ashlyn and Aydrie Jennings; two sisters: Deedra (Keith) Vande Zande, Lea Ann (Jeff) Horn; a godchild, Jody Vande Zande; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Sandy Pues; a brother, Anthony Pues; his father and mother-in-law, Christian and Hazel (Konow) Woestenberg; and a brother-in-law, Lawrence Woestenberg. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday February 18, 2009, 11:00 AM, at Neenahs Westgor Funeral Home, with the Rev. Jim Deckert officiating. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 9:00 AM until the hour of service. Interment will be in Highland Memorial Park, Appleton. In lieu of flowers, a memorial is being established in his name. The family would like to thank Jerrys Park View family for all of their care and compassion over the years. Also, thank you to the staff of the Mercy Medical Center ICU.