La Vonne Fay Thiel-Bethke
June 12, 1958 - February 03, 2021
Obituary
UPDATE - Funeral Services have been moved to Friday, Feb. 19, 2021 at 2 p.m.
FORT WAYNE, Ind. - La Vonne Fay Thiel-Bethke, age 62, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021, at UW Hospital and Clinics in Madison. She was born on June 12, 1958, in Wausau, Wis., the daughter of Eldred Thiel and Lorna (Penn) Thiel.
La Vonne graduated from Wausau West High School and Waukesha County Technical College and enjoyed a career in nursing. She married Darwin Bethke on Oct. 4, 1980. In addition to enjoying her own children, Auntie “Vonne” loved her nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews, who she held close to her heart.
La Vonne is survived by her husband, Darwin; son, Joshua Bethke; daughter, Natalie (Eric) Shelton; brothers, Jerry (Bonnie) Thiel and Randy (Cindy) Thiel; sister, Pam (Lowell) Mielke; cousins, Sandy (Dave) Barkhahn and Jim (Chris) Bethke; uncle and aunt, Eldor and Deloris Bethke; granddaughter, Olivia Shelton; grandson, Isaac Shelton; nieces and nephews, Aaron (Leslie) Thiel, Hans (Nikki) Thiel, Rob Mielke, Kim (Randy) Blezek, Aha Na (Kory) Kleinschmidt and Jennifer Bradley; and great-nieces and nephews, Kai, Garrett, Christopher, Michael, Braylon, Alexis, Emmanuel, Danielle, Isaiah, Tory, Kim and Kat. She was preceded in death by her parents.
A memorial service will be held at Ascension Lutheran Church, 901 County Road V, Fond du Lac, at 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 19, 2021, with Pastor Jeff Blain presiding. Visitation will be held at the church from 12 noon until the time of the service on Friday. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Oregon
Funeral & Cremation Care
1150 Park St.
(608) 835-3515
Events
Visitation
Fri Feb 19, 2021 @ 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT
Ascension Lutheran Church • 901 County Road V, Fond du Lac, WI 54935
Memorial Service
Fri Feb 19, 2021 @ 2:00 PM CDT
Ascension Lutheran Church • 901 County Road V, Fond du Lac, WI 54935
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Memories
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Bobbie Rand
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The love you gave to everyone will stay in our hearts forever. I know Jesus welcomed you home with open arms. Our love to you and your family will never cease!
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Sue Freund
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Sarah and I are so very sorry for your loss. Please know we loved her dearly and will miss her. Our prayers and hugs to all!! Sue and Sarah Freund
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Kerrie Huebner
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Dar - my heart goes out to you and your family. I can’t even imagine what you are going through right now. LaVonne touched so many lives with her light and happiness and she was truly a blessing to all. She was the most kindest, sweetest friend have ever had and I will miss her so very much. Keeping you and your family in my prayers for comfort during this difficult time. LaVonne will forever be in our hearts and in our thoughts. Heaven has gained a special soul.
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Lindsey Hofer
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Saddened to hear of LaVonne’s passing. I will remember her as a gracious host, knowledgeable and caring advocate for special needs child, warm and generous lady with a beautiful smile. Prayers that God will give you strength and His peace to comfort you all. Lindsey Hofer
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Deenette Ferguson
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I worked with LaVonne at Lomira Elementary. She was always positive, kind and a pleasure to be around. She will be missed. Deenette Ferguson
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Chris Maahs
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My heart is SO sad to here of LaVonne's passing. I went to school with LaVonne and will always remember her as a sweet, gentle caring person with a wonderful smile. Heaven gained an angel, the earth lost a blessing! Chris (Schmidt) Maahs