Charles W. Hollenberger

Charles W. Hollenberger, a kind and gentle family man residing in Plymouth passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center at the age of 84.

Charlie was born on September 10, 1937 in Sheboygan County a son to Franklin and Ruth (Wittkopp) Hollenberger.  He graduated from Plymouth High School and went on to attain a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Wisconsin at Madison.  He was married to Nancy Miller on August 10, 1960 and they resided on their hobby farm in Greenbush until moving to Plymouth.  Charlie worked for various companies in the area including Borden and retired from Sargento Foods on October 3, 1998 as a Procurement Manager.  Those who knew Charlie easily liked him.  He became knowledgeable in various areas due to his love to read.  His love for nature and wildlife was shown in the various trees he planted on his farm.  He was an avid Packer fan.

Charlie is survived by his wife of 61 years, Nancy; two daughters, Susan (David) Roettger of Greenbush and Mary Homiston of Manitowoc; three granddaughters, Elizabeth Roettger of Madison, Rachel Roettger of Champaign, IL and Shelby Homiston of St. Louis, MO; a brother, Frank (Janice) Hollenberger of Plymouth and two sisters-in-law, Sharon Hollenberger of Mequon and Marge Hollenberger of Edgerton.  Nieces, nephews and other family members further survive.  He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister and brother-in-law, Joyce and Bruce Burghardt; a sister, Kay Hollenberger and two brothers, Gene Hollenberger and Roy Hollenberger.

Due to COVID concerns a private family service will be held at Wittkopp Funeral and Cremation Service in Plymouth with Rev. Rae Ann Beebe of Saron United Church of Christ officiating.  Inurnment will take place in the Greenbush Cemetery.

Memorials in Charles’s name may be directed to the International Crane Foundation, E11376 Shady Lane Road Baraboo, WI   53913

Charlie’s family would like to extend their deep appreciation and gratitude to all the emergency personnel who in any way helped them through this difficult time.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.lakeshorefamilyfuneralhomes.com