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Ann Bruggink

Ann Bruggink, 64, of Oconto Falls, passed away Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014, at King Street Group Home in Oconto Falls. Born on July 14, 1949, in Sheboygan, she was the daughter of the late Eugene and Leona (Navis) Bruggink. Ann was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Shawano and was an active participant of the Special Olympics. She was also active in the Oconto County Handicapped Citizens Association, a former member of the ARC and was retired from New View Industries. Ann was a social butterfly and loved visiting with people. She also enjoyed bowling and camping. Ann is survived by her sister, Debbie (Michael) Neitzel, of Waterloo; five nieces and nephews, Melissa (Dennis) Krajewski, Drew (special friend, Mandy) Hessil, Kyle Neitzel, Kryssa Neitzel and Kelly Neitzel; five great-nieces, Rachelle, Lindsey, Christine, Hannah, Olivia; a great-nephew, Trey; and two great-great-nieces, Zoey and Kaidence. Ann was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Mary Bruggink. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2014, at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with the Rev. Susan Phillips officiating. Inurnment will be in the Lake Drive Cemetery in the town of Wescott. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements. www.swedbergfuneralhome.com