Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
JOHN SAMUEL LITTLE
John Samuel Little, 85, passed away from cancer on November 16, 2011, at his home with his family by his side. He was born on January 7, 1926, in Chicago, IL, to the late Samuel and Bertha (Zacher) Little.
He served his country in the United States Army from 1943-1946 during World War II in the Philippines and Japan. After he was discharged, John attended the County Normal School and the University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh where he received his teaching degree. He taught in the Winneconne School system from 1951 to 1988.
In 1951, John married the love of his life, Alyce Miracle in Oshkosh, WI and moved to Winneconne, where they lived until his death.
John's family includes his wife of 60 years, Alyce; 4 daughters - Gail (Bob) Anderson, Winneconne; Sue Jasperson, Menomonie, WI; Patty Little, Winneconne; Julie Schroeder, Weyauwega; 7 grandchildren - Nicole Anderson (Erik Pedersen), Shelli Anderson (Sonja Loges), Alyssa (Trevier) Foss, Matthew (Trish) Jasperson, Becky (Caleb)Bentz, Sara (Timothy) Leintz, Michael Schroeder; 5 great-grandchildren : Samuel & Leo Foss, Alyce, Arin & Leah Pedersen; 1 brother : Edmond (Albina)Little of Kansas, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; Joyce Steinert, Oshkosh; Harvey (Nancy) Miracle, Auroraville, LaVerne (Paul) Ulrich, Florida, and Donna Mathias, Camp Douglas along with many nieces and nephews.
Per John's wishes, a private family graveside service will be held on Friday, November 18, 2011, in the Winneconne Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial is being established.
John left this life the same way he lived his life...with quiet dignity, thinking of his family, on his own terms. He will be greatly missed.
Mueller Funeral Home
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Winneconne, WI 54986
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John Little wrote on November 29, 2011
I am so sorry to read about John's passing. I was one of his students in 6th grade at Winchester Elementary and in Winneconne. He was one of my favorite teachers and prepared us well for our future. I wish we had more teachers like John. I cherish many good memories of John from the late 50's at Winchester. My sincere sympathy to you all. Karen Fenner Palmer
Linda Broderick Monroe wrote on November 23, 2011
Mr.Little was my favorite teacher, the day I told him I had to move to Rosendale he stomped his feet and said his favorite student couldn't leave. He then on my last day had me meet him at the Arrowhead restaurant where he bought me a hugh banana split. I always wanted to get back to him and tell him how great he was as a teacher and a person, sorry I didn't get to tell him. I hope he knew how much he touched our lives. He will always be in my heart, has been since I left Winneconne in 1972
Dave and Lonna Norton wrote on November 20, 2011
Gail and family: So sorry to hear about your Dad/husband
Maxine Londowski and family Carl Londowski, Paula Vaughan and Diane Groff wrote on November 18, 2011
We were so sorry to see that John had passed. Our thoughts are with you all.
Debbie Oleson Maurice wrote on November 18, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr. Little was always a firm but fair teacher. And tolerant with our adventures in the later years. He is a great man.
Hospice Advantage Team wrote on November 18, 2011
Dear Alyce and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It was an honor to serve John in his final weeks. May God bless and keep you all. The Hospice Advantage Team.