ARLENE EAKE

Arlene J. Eake, of Kaukauna, age 91, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 17, 2015, at St. Paul's Nursing Home in Kaukauna. She was a strong woman with a big heart. Arlene was born July 11, 1923 in Kaukauna, daughter of the late John and Bernice (Vanden Boom) Janssen. She worked at the George Banta Publishing Co. and the Earl Litho Printing Co., both of Menasha, for decades. On April 4, 1970, she married Darrell Eake in Menasha. He preceded her in death. Arlene enjoyed camping in northern Wisconsin, snowmobiling, activities with friends and family, traveling, which included the NE and SE United States, Alaska, Japan and Hong Kong. Arlene is survived by her seven children: David (Paula) Fritsch, Green Bay, Peg Fritsch, Winter Park, FL, Betty (John) Stoveken, Neenah, Tom (Melinda) Fritsch, Aransas Pass, TX, Theresa (Erich Pfitzer) Fritsch, Portland, OR, Patsy Bechard, Waupaca, Mary Fritsch, Menasha; 13 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. A graveside memorial service will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, June 27, 2015 at Greenlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to your favorite charity in Arlene's name. A special thanks from the family is given to Bob Van Ooyen of Menasha for many years of special attention, love and concern for Arlene. You made her years worthwhile. The family would also like to personally thank the very dedicated Kaukauna personnel at the St. Paul's Assisted Living Villa in addition to the St. Paul's Nursing Home - Appletree Court facility for Dementia and Hospice Care. Everyone always gave 200 % to make Arlene's 3 ½ year stay enjoyable, friendly and caring. Words cannot express the gratitude the family feels for everything St. Paul's did to make Arlene's last years in life meaningful. The family heard many times from the staff, "Thanks for sharing your mom with us." If there are angels on earth, many are there at St. Paul's. Thank you again. A special thank you to Dr. Merici Awe at the Kaukauna Clinic, and her staff, for the many times Arlene received that extra special treatment. Especially noteworthy was the willingness to always give her as much time and attention as needed. You always made her feel special.