Frederick Stoiber

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 13, 2011. He was 85 years of age. Beloved husband and best friend of 58 years to Beverly. Loving father of Mark (Carla) Stoiber, Candice Stoiber and her husband Peter Conti and Karen Mejchar and her companion Dale Bajurny. Adoring grandfather of Brandon, Amanda, Danielle, Christian and Samuel. Brother of Norma Pinky, Marion Joyce, Shirley Luecking and Carol Snyder. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter Amelia. Visitation at OUR LADY OF GOOD HOPE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 7152 North 41st Street, Milwaukee, on Wednesday, March 16, 2011, from 1:00-2:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Interment will be private. Fred was born in Marshfield, Wisconsin, on July 3, 1925, a son of the late John J. and Caroline F. (nee Arndt) Stoiber. He attended local schools and later joined the U.S. Army. Fred proudly served his country during World War II and was stationed in Northern France and central europe. He was awarded numerous decorations and medals before his honorable discharge in 1946. In his working years, Fred was employed by the U.S. Postal Service and was also a gifted finish carpenter, having worked for Wolter Brothers for many years. In his retirement, Fred continued his love of woodworking. He enjoyed collecting stamps and coins, and also clipped many a good coupon. Fred and his wife traveled throughout the U.S. and had also visited England and Ireland. His greatest joy however, was spending time with his family. He will be sadly missed. "He was a very good man, who loved his dog Charlie"