Duane W. Schoepke 'Dewey'

86, of Appleton, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at home with his daughters and sons-in-law by his side. Duane was born in Shiocton on August 29, 1936, to the late Wallace and Lucille (Thorp) Schoepke. Following High School, he was united in marriage to Adelyn Marcks at Zion Lutheran Church on May 18, 1957. The couple enjoyed over 55 years together. Duane worked at Appleton Papers for 26 years.

Dewey enjoyed bowling, canning, racing and the Brewers. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren who affectionately referred to him as 'Grandpa Shep'. He was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church for many years. He typically ended his day with a cold Miller Lite, and great conversation with friends.

He will be missed by his two daughters: Carrie (Dan) Mai of Crivitz and Connie (Stephen) Heimerl of Appleton; seven grandchildren: Tony (Tara) Hawley, Colleen (Billy) Daul, Kris (Nick) Ducklow, Becky Mai (Aaron), Dustin (Amanda) Heimerl, Nathaniel (Abbie) Heimerl and Brittney (Justin) Schwartz; 15 great grandchildren: Eleanor, Kohen, Ally, Harper, Macey, Hayze, Sully, Elli, Caeden, Cullen, Coleson, Blake, Graham, Sawyer and Mason; one brother, Robert (Nancy) Schoepke; two sisters-in-law: Ilamae Buman and Alma Weber. He is further survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Adelyn and son, Jeffrey.

Funeral Services for Duane will take place at 11 AM on Friday, July 7, 2023, at Zion Lutheran Church, in Appleton. Friends may visit the family directly at church on Friday from 9 – 11 AM. He will be laid to rest at Highland Memorial Park, Appleton. A special thanks to Tony and Kris(e) for their daily care of Gramps. And a thank you to ThedaCare at Home for their care this past week.

Get up, get up, get outta here, and gone for Schoepke!