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Obituary for Michael W. Exferd
Michael W. Exferd, 71, of Oconto, passed away Monday, July 10, 2017 at his home. Michael was born July 22, 1945 in Oconto to the late Alvin and Ruth (Mack) Exferd. He married Lynn Cisar on August 9, 1968. Michael served his Country in the US Navy from 1963 to 1968 and served on the first nuclear powered ship. He worked for the Oconto County Highway Department from 1968 to 2003, retiring as Oconto County Highway Commissioner. Michael enjoyed watching the Packers, playing golf and hunting with family and friends. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, serving on the building committee and was also a member of Oconto American Legion Post #74 where he served as Adjutant for many years.
Michael is survived by his wife, Lynn Exferd, Oconto; daughter, Debbie (Jack) Helmle, Lt. Suamico; son, Mike (Becky) Exferd, Boise, ID; two sisters, Betty (Frannie) Warrichaiet, Oconto; Pat (Leonard) Dorner, Green Bay; brother, Clayton (Beverly) Exferd, Green Bay; sister-in-law, Chris Exferd, Oconto; brother-in-law, John Schultz, Oconto; special family member, Amy Zerbe, Oconto; four grandchildren, Madison and Morgan Helmle, Brady and Carson Exferd. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Janet Exferd, Carine Springstroh, Mary Schultz and a brother Jim Exferd.
The family will receive relatives and friends at the Gallagher Funeral Home, Oconto, from 4 to 8 PM Friday, July 14, 2017. Visitation will continue on Saturday, July 15, from 10 to 11 AM at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 AM Saturday at the church with Rev. Joel Sember officiating. Burial will be at the Oconto Catholic Cemetery with Military Rites by all Oconto Veteran organizations. Online condolences may be expressed at www.gallagherfuneralhome.net.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Holy Trinity building fund.
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