Gerald D. Keppert

Put his hand in God’s hand on December 3, 2017 at the age of 94. He was born in Marshfield, Wi. on April 21, 1923 to Julius & Elsie Keppert. He married Shirley A. Sanford on Sept. 4, 1948. His friend and loving companion for 50 years preceded him in death on May 23, 1999. He is survived by a devoted and loving family of four children – David (Judith) Keppert, Judith Besson, Diane (Tony) Parker, and Linda Sanford Keppert. Seven Grandchildren – Chris, Amy, Sarah, Katie, Lindsey, Homer and Whittney. Nine Great-Grandchildren – Marcus, Madelyne, Carsten, Brielle, Jade, Claire, Brennan, Sean and Quinn.

Gerry graduated from the Marshfield High School in 1942. Graduated from U/W- Madison with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He joined the engineering staff of Wisconsin Bell Telephone Co in 1946. Spent several years at the Bell Telephone Laboratories and returned to WBTCo and retired in 1982 as a Division Manager of Network Engineering. Registered Professional Engineer State Of Wisconsin.

Gerry and Shirl moved from Hales Corners, Wi. to the north-woods in 1984. He was a member of St John’s Lutheran Church in Pickerel. Active there as a member and Trustee for many years. He enjoyed doing volunteer work for St Mary’s Hospital, RSVP, Telephone Pioneers of America and others. He also enjoyed his woodworking hobby.

Per Gerry’s wishes, private services were held.

Memorials appreciated to St. John Lutheran Church (N8934 Hwy. 55 Pickerel WI 54465) or Blessed Savior Lutheran Church (15250 W. Cleveland Ave. New Berlin WI 53151).