The family of Carl W Wille of Iron Mountain, MI announces his passing, and invites all who knew him to remember him here.
Here is what mattered, in the years between the dates.
Carl spent his working life as ['laborer in an ice cream factory'] — and was, by all accounts, loved by those who knew him best.
A parent leaves not only memory, but the people they helped become.
Carl W. Wille, Sr., 84, of Mary's Way in Kingsford passed away on May 1, 2026 at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay. Son of Erich and Opal (Fisher) Wille, Carl was born in Woodstock, IL on June 25, 1941. He spent forty years of his life in nearby Belvidere, IL where he worked as a laborer in an ice cream factory. In 2004 Carl moved to this area and spent time doing the things he enjoyed: bowling, golfing, and fishing. Carl was an avid Red Wing's hockey fan and also followed the Rockford Ice Hoggs, a semi pro team he was fond of. He was also a proud member of the Moose Lodge.
Carl is survived by his children, Gregory, Carl Jr., Kathy (Perry) Gould, and Michael; son-in-law, Steve Oman; brother, Edwin Wille (Barb); sisters, Donna (Richard) Kloos, Joyce (Cayce) Evans, Alice Johnson (Joe) and Pat Bounds (Rick); brother-in-law, Ron McNeely; grandchildren, Chad (Leeann) Fredy, Jeff Fredy, Donald Sanderson, Ryan Wille, Angie Oman (Donny), Joey Oman (Heather) and Hanna Oman; and many great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Peggy Oman; brother, Paul; sisters, Irma McNeely, Dian Foote, and Betty McCullough.
The family would like to extend a special word of thanks to the staff at Optalis , the staff at Marshfield Medical Center, especially Dr. Frier. Additionally, they are grateful for the expert care of Dr. Jacobs, Dr. Derrick Schinderle, and Dr. Funtanilla.
A visitation for Carl will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home in Iron Mountain from 4:00pm-6:00pm.
Condolences may be expressed to the family of Carl Wille online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com.
The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home of Iron Mountain with the arrangements.
