Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Howard Posorske, age 92, of Oshkosh, died Thursday, January 29, 2015, at Bethel Home in Oshkosh.
He was born April 13, 1922, in Waushara County, son of Homer and Lenore (Robinson) Posorske. Howard worked as a DHI tester for 2 years then served in the U.S. Army in World War II in the 713th Armored Flame Throwers in the Pacific Theater. On February 28, 1946, Howard married Carol Foote in Waukau. After 2 years of farming, he worked in wholesale groceries and operated a truck farm until 1962. Howard then worked at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh in heating and air conditioning until retiring in 1985.
He was a member Wesley United Methodist Church, Oshkosh, the Masonic Lodge of Omro, and the Daugherty-Hamilton American Legion Post 234, Omro. For more than 44 years, Howard was an active member of Kiwanis serving in many offices including president and Lt. Governor. He enjoyed gardening and traveling; visiting all 50 states. After retiring Howard and Carol spent winters in Texas and Arizona.
Howard is survived by his wife of 68 years, Carol, of Oshkosh; son, Laurence, a patent attorney, (Lynn MD), of Rockville, Maryland; daughter, Barbara (Gary) Whitfield, of Huntsville, Alabama; grandchildren, Alex and Matt Posorske, Barnaby, Ryan, Eric, and Eliza Whitfield; two sisters and one brother, Evelyn Haase, Donna (Bill) Moldenhauer, Dale Posorske, all of Berlin; and other relatives and friends.
Preceding Howard in death were his parents; two sisters, Gwen Posorske, Ellen Muscavitch; and one brother, Burt Posorske.
A visitation for family and friends will be on Tuesday, February 3, 2015, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Mueller Funeral Home, 904 E. Main St. Winneconne. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Wiley Gladney officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in the Shead Island Cemetery, Auroraville.
If you wish please submit online condolences to muellerfuneralhomeinc.com.
Keith Fraleigh wrote on February 3, 2015
Carol, I am so saddened to hear of Howard's passing. The two of you were significant, positive influences on me during my formative years, and I am so thankful for all the time we spent together after school at Omro Junction. I pray that you will find God's peace during this time of sorrow. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Keith Fraleigh (Ray's oldest son)
Evan Thomas (Tom) Robinson wrote on February 2, 2015
I feel so fortunate to have been able to spend time together with Howard and Carol in December, along with my special cousins Roxie, Donna(and Bill), Evelyn, and Dale. On behalf of all the Robinson contingent in Fairbanks (myself, Raye Ann, Edward, Rumi, Megumi and Tomohiro) and West Chester, PA (Melissa Robinson King, Tom, Gavin and Dylan) our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to all. So sorry I can't be there in person. Howard was in my parents wedding party in 1940.
Jennifer Frank wrote on February 2, 2015
So sorry to hear about Howard. He was a wonderful man!
Paula Zillmer (Fraleigh) wrote on February 1, 2015
Carol- I'm so sorry for your loss. You both had a huge impact on us as young children.(Ray Fraleigh's children) Thank you both for being such positive role models in our lives. May God be with you and your family during this time and give you peace.
Keith and Sally Morrow wrote on February 1, 2015
Carol, you and Howard are dear friends and Sally and I will miss him. I am grateful for our years as close Sun City West neighbors and our friendship after your return to Oshkosh. I am sorry for you and your family, especially Larry and Lynn who were so attentive to both of you.
With deepest sympathy, Keith and Sally Morrow
Bonnie Behm Woerpel wrote on January 31, 2015
My deepest condolences to all the family. I really liked Howie so much. I also want to thank you for being my 'other' family as I grew up. You all mean so much to me. Bonnie