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.
Tara Chapman wrote on April 9, 2015
I am a friend of Rachel and remember her sharing warm thoughts about her grandpa. He made a positive impact on so many lives. My heart goes out to the family.
Kelli Lamberty wrote on April 7, 2015
Laura and Prindle family - so sorry for the loss of your great/grand/father. From what I know from Laura,and what is detailed above, he lived a good, full life. In time, may your loving memories bring you comfort. My sympathies, Kelli Lamberty