DOUGLAS SCHRAMM

Douglas W. Schramm, of Neenah, age 81, passed away Monday, February 27, 2017, at Theda Care Regional Medical Center – Neenah, with his family by his side.  He was born March 19, 1935 in Neenah, son of the late Roy and Esther (Van Harpen) Schramm.

Doug graduated from St. Mary's High School in Menasha where he played football.  He was the Owner/Operator of Best Beverage Mart in Menasha for over 35 years.  Doug married Yvonne Engelbreth on January 25, 1978.  She preceded him in death on June 13, 2003.  Doug then worked as a Realtor for Acre Realty and then Office Max. 

Doug loved spending time with his family.  He had a gift for telling jokes and sharing his gift of laughter with everyone he met.  Doug especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  He loved attending his High School reunions and tried to make as many as possible. 

Doug was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Menasha and the Knights of Columbus.

Survivors include his children: Patrick Schramm, Plymouth, MN, Lynn (Tom) Stinski, Surprise, AZ, Lori (Steve) Schutkoske, Neshkoro, WI; step-daughter, Marie Polar, Neenah;  2 daughters-in-law, Carmel Schramm, Rhinelander, Mari (Lance) Robinson, Menasha; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a brother, Bill Schramm, Neenah.

Doug was preceded in death by two sons: Michael and Scott; and his former wife, Susanne (Schreiter) Schramm; brothers: Jim, Jay, Gene, Richard; and a sister, Judy.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 2, 2017 at Menasha's Westgor Funeral Home. The visitation will be held at the funeral home from 9:30 AM until the hour of service. In lieu of flowers a memorial is being established in his name.