Verkuilen-Van Deurzen Family Funeral Home

05/20/2026

Our fearless leader!

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Derek VD on his retirement from LCFD.

Derek will be remembered most for the connections he built and the stories that came with them—whether it was on a call, around the station table, or at the softball diamond. He helped create the kind of camaraderie that makes this something more than just answering the calls.

The relationships he maintained with both active members and retirees truly stand out. Derek always made the effort to keep people connected including checking in to making sure no one missed retiree night. Being able to serve alongside his father and two uncles made his time here even more meaningful and speaks to the strong family tradition within the department.

His years with the Little Chute Fire Department leave behind lasting memories, strong friendships, and a positive impact that wont be forgotten. Those are the things that stay with you long after the gear is hung up.

Congratulations, Derek!

05/16/2026

05/14/2026

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05/14/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day Observances 🇺🇸

Join Freedom VFW Post 7692 & Auxiliary as we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

📍 May 22
7:00 PM – Program at St. Nicholas Cemetery

📍 May 23
8:00 AM – Mass at St. Nicholas Church
10:00 AM – Freedom Town Cemetery
10:20 AM – St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery
10:40 AM – Freedom Moravian Cemetery
11:00 AM – Immaculate Conception Cemetery

All are welcome as we remember and give thanks this Memorial Day weekend. ❤️🤍💙

05/12/2026

🎶 Great opportunities to hear some extraordinarily talented musicians.

We are happy to share our 2026 schedule for the Lunchtime Organ Recital Series (LORS), now in its 29th season. These free concerts are sponsored by the Northeastern Wisconsin Chapter of the American Guild of Organists. Of special note is the return of our Independence Day Sing-a-long in honor of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence.

We hope you can join us for many of our wonderful concerts throughout the summer. Please help spread the word to your family and friends; we can't wait to share the sights and sounds of the pipe organ in Northeastern Wisconsin.

05/10/2026

Today, we celebrate all the incredible moms and mother-like figures—grandmas, aunts, sisters, cousins, and mentors—who nurture, encourage, and inspire children, teens, and adults every day. Your love shapes lives and reflects compassion.

Thank you for being a guiding light, a place of safety, a source of hope and for the great sacrifices you make each day along the way.

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04/24/2026

Happy Retirement, Cheryl Golden! While we will miss your smiling face and cheery disposition every day we know this is not goodbye.

We sincerely thank you for all your hard work, dedication, and the contributions you’ve made over the years.

You have selflessly committed yourself to assist and comfort thousands of grieving families during the most difficult times of their lives.

You have truly made a difference and a lasting impact.

We love you and are so glad that your days will be filled with spending more time loving your family, writing “Honey-Do” lists, and volunteering in the community that we know you cherish.

⭐️❤️💛❤️💛❤️⭐️

04/17/2026

RSVP by tomorrow to join our dinner! We have some talented volunteers preparing Italian-inspired dishes!

04/15/2026

The 3rd annual Widow/Widower dinner will be held Thursday, April 23rd at 5:30pm. If you or someone you know is a widow or widower, let them know about this event and call the discipleship office to RSVP!

04/15/2026

Prevent Su***de Fox Cities Walk to Remember registration deadline to be guaranteed a Walk to Remember t-shirt is April 15th. Please register using this link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/5th-annual-walkrun-hilton-appleton-paper-valley-hotel

It's a fee free registration site. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, May 3rd.