Lisa, N9VJL SK

Lisa Jean (Kolbusz) Olgren, 60, Green Bay, passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2016, after battling brain cancer for 16+ years. 

She was born on September 11, 1955 in Iron Mountain, MI to Norman and Lois (Delmont) Kolbusz. Shortly after her birth, Norman and Lois returned to Green Bay. Lisa was a 1973 graduate of Southwest High School. She attended classes at UW-Madison, took various courses at NWTC, and spent nearly a year in Japan.

In 2006, she married her beloved Jan. He was her “peach”, and the light of her life.

Lisa loved her cats and Virgo. She also loved gardening. When she could, she donated money to an array of concerns. Lisa served as Emergency Coordinator for Amateur Radio Emergency Services (N9VJL) in Brown County from 1994 to 2000, and was a trained storm spotter. She was a proficient flute player, and adored all types of music. Lisa was born a loyal Packers fan. She appreciated the incredible forces of nature and the universe. Lisa loved her family and friends, most especially her Jan.

She is survived by her husband, Jan; two sisters and a brother-in-law: Linda and Wes Michael; and Laurie Schmitt and her children, David Schmitt and Rebecca Schmitt; uncle, Ken Solper and his family; special family friend, Marguerite Lussenden; and many other relatives and friends.
Lisa was preceded in death by her parents, Norman and Lois Kolbusz; and aunt, Lenore Solper.
Friends may call at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano Ave., from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday. Burial will be in Nicolet Memorial Gardens. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Lisa’s name.
Very special thanks to the staff at Ledgeview Nursing Home for taking especially good care of Lisa while she was there.

2016 Officers

President: Dave, N8KQS
Vice-President: Wes, W9WES
Treasurer: John, W0LFE
Secretary: Bob, KB8ZXE
At Large: Nick, KB9UAE, Keith KS9WI, Jake, KD9CLF

Club Christmas Party - Thur, December 10

When: Thursday, December 10 at 5:00pm 

Where: American Legion Post 11 Sullivan Wallen Green Bay (1708 N Irwin Ave, Green Bay, Wisconsin 54302)
 

This a dish to pass event. Doors open at 5PM Dinner will be a little after 6PM. Open to all Ham Operators and their families. Please send an email and copy to all members what you are bringing so we get an idea of what else can be brought. Soft drinks will be provided. There will be a white elephant exchange.. so if you have one ... bring it..

Paul, KB9IKN SK

Paul K. Schneider, age 71, of Green Bay, passed away Monday, June 15, 2015 at home, surrounded by his family. He was born July 30, 1943 in Egg Harbor, WI, son of the late Lloyd and Gertrude (Le Mere) Schneider.

Paul married Sharon Lumaye, May 16, 1964 and together they shared 51 loving years of marriage. He worked for the Village of Allouez as a mechanic for 30 years, retiring in 2001. Paul was also a volunteer firefighter for Village of Allouez. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed many hobbies.

Paul is survived by his wife, Sharon; children, Steven and Michelle Schneider; sister, Theresa Davis; brother, Lyn Schneider; sisters-in-law: Carol Smith, Bonnie (Kerry) Jenquin, Jackie (Stanley) Lanser and Cindy (Dennis) Ensley.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Bruce (Helen) Schneider; his mother and father-in-law, Harry and Vallie Lumaye and brothers-in-law, Robert Davis and John Smith.

Friends and relatives may call at the NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, (340 S. Monroe Avenue, Green Bay), Monday, June 22, 2015 from 3 to 5:45 PM. A memorial service will follow at 6 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, https://secure.qgiv.com/for/pulfibfou, in Paul’s name are appreciated.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nursing staff at Unity Hospice, especially Molly, Brenda and Jennifer.