SHARON HETZEL

It is with great sadness that our family announces that Sharon Hetzel, beloved wife, mother, sister and friend passed away on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at the age of 63.  Sharon passed away peacefully after tender goodbyes from her family.  She bravely faced pancreatic cancer, suffering in silence, praying regularly and trusting in God's will.

She was born in Wausau to the late Gerald and Luella Straub.  She graduated from Wausau West High School and then earned her Associate degree from Madison Area Technical College in the Medical Lab Technician program.  She worked in health care for 40 years until her retirement in 2020.

In May 1987 she married Jerry Hetzel and together they raised 2 children, Eric and Emily.  She loved being involved in every aspect of her children's lives, including school activities, parties, sporting events and their weddings.  Sharon also enjoyed cooking, traveling, gardening, reading, playing games and walking her dog.

She is survived by her husband Jerry of 34 years, her son Eric (Sara) Hetzel and her daughter Emily (Henry) Twomey.  She is further survived by her siblings Sue (friend John) Behling, Linda (Don) Patterson, Diane (Bill) Petersen, Dave (Laura) Straub and Janice Straub.  She is furthered survived by a large and supportive extended family with many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends.

The memorial mass for Sharon will be held at 11:30 am on Friday, July 9, 2021 at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 900 Geiger Street, Neenah. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 am until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established.