Carl J. Van Dera, age 73, of De Pere, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 24th, 2023, in Alexandria, MN.  Carl was born in Appleton on October 25th, 1949, to the late Peter A. and Elaine T. (Hietpas) Van Dera.

Carl graduated with the class of 67 from Kimberly High School.  After graduation, he proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.  Following his military service, he worked with the Appleton Post Office for many years, retiring in 2008.  Carl was an avid Packer and Brewer fan.  He loved riding his Honda Gold Wing and raising Beagles preparing them for show.  Carl was also an active member of the Beja Shriners in Green Bay.

He is survived by two sons:  Carl (Holly) Van Dera and Craig Van Dera, both of Kaukauna; 5 brothers and sisters:  Diane (Mark) Romenesko, Kaukauna, Gary (Geneva) Van Dera, Wrightstown, Nancy (Scott) Bornemann, Kaukauna, Cheryl (Todd) Poellet, De Pere, and Steve (Gail) Van Dera, Freedom; and sister-in-law Mary Van Dera, Freedom.  He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents Peter and Elaine, and his brother Clyde Van Dera.

A memorial service will take place at 12 noon on Saturday, September 2nd, at the Brettschneider Trettin-Nickel Funeral Chapel.  Friends may visit at the funeral chapel on Saturday from 10 am until the time of service.  Inurnment will take place at St. John Cemetery in Little Chute.  In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established.