Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Jeffrey H. Pollei, age 57, went to be with his Savior on Tuesday, March 10, 2015, peacefully at home with Deb at his side. He was born September 26, 1957, in LaCrosse, Wisconsin to Kenneth and Shirley (Reuter) Pollei.
Jeff was a graduate of FVTC with a degree in Diesel Mechanics. He was fortunate to be employed at FVTC for 36 years working in Security and loved his job! Jeff also enjoyed going to his Steam Shows and collected the good old model Steam Trains. He also loved his pets Molly, Lydia, and Cow who will miss him.
Jeff is survived by the love of his life and best friend, Deb Garton (life-long partner, and her children, Gary (Nikki) Schonscheck, Hope Schonscheck, Mark (Allyson) Garton, Alicia (Jeffrey) Wetherell; his brother, Dan (Mary) Pollei; a sister, Debbie Pollei; nieces, Amanda Pollei, Amy Folletz, Tonya Koskelin, Kari Jorstad, Kim Jorstad; Deb's parents, Tiny and Lois Repp; sister, Carole "Nutsey" Repp; and grandson, Nathaniel Schonscheck; very close friends, Lester and Kelly Brennand, Jim and Carol Danhauer, Sally Gehrke, Pam Persick, Rick and Terri Radtke, Bob and Mary Lou Wilms, Chris Reichard; and many other friends.
Per Jeff's wishes a private service was held on Friday, March 13, 2015, at Mueller Funeral Home, Winneconne. Burial was at the Bell Cemetery, Winneconne.
In Jeff's honor please contribute to the Neenah Animal Shelter.
Jeff's family would like to thank the EMT's, First Responders, and Police Officers who were at the home Tuesday evening for all of their care and compassion.
If you wish please submit online condolences to muellerfuneralhomeinc.com.
Bonnie VandenLangenberg wrote on March 16, 2015
We all had a special fondness for Jeff as co-workers at FVTC. Having worked in the FVTC Mfg. Division Office for 20+ years, I had many interactions with Jeff through work. He was a terrific guy and will be missed. Sorry for your loss.
Annette Larie wrote on March 16, 2015
Dear Deb,
I was so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May the fact that Jeff loved you and life so deeply bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Jan Oehlke wrote on March 15, 2015
My deepest sympathies to everyone in Jeff's family. There are no words that will take away the pain. Time will dull the pain, but the love will always be there. I am so sorry.
Sandi & Bill Moore wrote on March 15, 2015
Deb, We are so sorry for your loss. Jeff was a great guy and we enjoyed getting to know him (and you) at FVTC. It is sad that he had so little time to enjoy his retirement. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steven Nitz wrote on March 15, 2015
JEFF AND I WENT TO HIGH SCHOOL TOGETHER AND HE WAS A FRIEND.I use to go over to his house and spent lots of time fixing small engines with him.I'm deeply saddened for the loss my thoughts and prays for him and his family
Ed Moffett, Appleton, WI wrote on March 15, 2015
I had the privilege to work with Jeff at FVTC 10 years ago. My condolences go out to Jeffs family and friends. Jeff was truly one-of-a-kind and he will be dearly missed by many. RIP my friend!
John/Janet Kunde wrote on March 15, 2015
Deb and family~ We are so sorry to hear of your loss! Jeff was a wonderful man and we have many fond memories from the years past!
"Life ends, but Love is eternal"
"When Someone you Love becomes a Memory, that Memory becomes a Treasure"
Joe Kolberg wrote on March 15, 2015
Deb, I am sorry for your loss. Jeff was a fine guy.
Diane Forslin wrote on March 14, 2015
Deb and family, words can't tell you how sad we all are to hear of Jeff's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please stop at Hahn's when you are up to it. Blessings, Diane and staff at Hahn-a-Lula Resort.
Mark Kohl wrote on March 14, 2015
I always appreciated our visits at work. R.I.P.
Mary Erickson wrote on March 14, 2015
Deb
So sorry to hear about Jeff's death. He was a very special man.