Orville R. Zeitler

Orville R. Zeitler, 89, Luxemburg, went to be with the Lord, January 30th, 2023, with Jesus and his family at his side. He was born January 15, 1934, to the late Clarence and Wela (Treptow) Zeitler. He graduated from Luxemburg High School. He was a dedicated and hard-working farmer and was also employed by James River Paper Mill for 25 years. Orville married the love of his life, Sedonie (Shimek) Zeitler of Manitowoc on July 15, 1961. They raised four wonderful children that were his pride and joy. He will be dearly missed by Sedonie; their children and grandchildren: Christine (Randy) Kleiman, their children, Shane and Morgen (Chad); Sarah (Hans) Shin, their children, Ana (Nick) and Caleb; Rob (Courtnay) Zeitler, their children, Emma, Blaise and Payton; Michael (Kristen) Zeitler and their daughter Aliyah. Orville was a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Montpelier. He enjoyed fishing, playing sheepshead, doing woodwork, birdwatching and puzzles. He loved Sedonie’s desserts, polka music, and a good cold Little Soldier. He enjoyed laughing and telling stories about his past. He was easy going, approachable, and a great listener. Survivors included a brother, Larry (Dianne) Zeitler; and a sister, Janice (Roger) Luedtke, and many nieces and nephews. Orville was preceded in death by his parents, one infant brother, Leo; two sisters, Carolyn Gruetzmacher and Bertha Zeitler; and one brother-in-law, Dana Gruetzmacher. Friends may call from 9:00 to 10:45 AM on Saturday, February 4th, 2023, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Montpelier. Funeral at 11:00 AM on Saturday at the church with Rev. Dr. Daniel Olson officiating. Burial in St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, Montpelier. A thank you is extended to the staff at Algoma Long Term Care for their thoughtful and loving care given to Orville and a special thanks is extended to Bill Hackett for being the kindest, most caring roommate ever! McMAHON FUNERAL HOME, LUXEMBURG, is assisting the Zeitler family. www.mcmahonfh.com