Larry Ammel

Message from Lowanda Lee

Death is something that we cannot sever, but love and memories last forever." I am sorry for your loss.. I hope in the days, weeks, ahead that your family, friends, scripture and prayers comfort you at this difficult time. God cares for you. Lean on him. 1st Peter 5:7.

A candle was lit by Amy Redig on April 29, 2017 2:07 PM

A candle was lit by Gordy and Ellen Gehrke on April 29, 2017 1:02 PM

Message from Gordy & Ellen Gehrke

So sorry to learn of Larry's passing. He was a wonderful colleague & friend.

Message from Linda Groskopf

My deepest condolences, know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Message from Monica Bohn (Gene Bohn's daughter)

Mr. Ammel was my senior class homeroom teacher in 1975. I always enjoyed talking to him about music. Also, when I was in Kiwanis I came to several of the Kewaskum meetings and we would discuss issues involving the Turkey Shoot. He will be missed in Kewaskum and at the high school fine arts events that he was still involved in. My hope is that someone will try to fill his shoes ( even though I know that they won't be able to ever be completely full) in this area of theater and music. RIP Larry Monica Bohn

Message from Carol & Frank Vartorella

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.

A candle was lit by Val Bauer (Plaum) on April 28, 2017 3:26 PM

A candle was lit by Nathalie Alexandra Stercq. RIP Mr Ammel. on April 28, 2017 12:53 PM

Expression of Sympathy

An INDOOR GARDEN BASKET was sent on April 28, 2017

Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Hoping that you may find peace in knowing what a beautiful life Larry had. Sending lots of love from Georgia. The Lyle family and Mary

Message from Ralph Molski

I want to offer my condolences to you Cheryl, your family and the Ammel family. Larry will be deeply missed.

Expression of Sympathy

A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on April 27, 2017

Expression of Sympathy

A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on April 25, 2017

A candle was lit by Joy on April 24, 2017 7:24 PM

A candle was lit by Pam (Gauger) McQuin on April 23, 2017 5:42 AM

A candle was lit by Allen and Jeanne Amerling on April 22, 2017 7:20 PM

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Ammel family, I am so sorry for your sorrowful loss. My friendship with Larry is through our love of books and reading. We would discuss plots and authors along with our next selections , whenever we would meet. I am going to miss him greatly. But his input on the Kewaskum schools and everyone he smiled upon will be the greatest. If we could all do just one good thing in Larry's name, he could keep smiling and ,wow, what a difference it would make. K

A candle was lit by Judy Geide; on April 22, 2017 9:33 AM

A candle was lit by Joe and Paula Hoerig on April 22, 2017 9:03 AM

A candle was lit by The Larry Morenzien Family on April 22, 2017 6:56 AM

Message from Ken

Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in God’s promises “He will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” Revelation 21:4. Psalm 37:29 ‘The righteous will possess the earth, And they will live forever on it.’ Matthew 5:5 “Happy are the mild-tempered, since they will inherit the earth.

A candle was lit by Lori and Bob Noegel on April 21, 2017 6:35 PM

Message from Mark and Jeanne Slaugenhoup

Our sincere simpathy to your family. He was a great teacher and equally great person. You are in our prayers.

A candle was lit by Heather Koch on April 21, 2017 12:07 PM

Message from Rosie Sanford Koch

Mr. Ammel was a wonderful teacher and friend. We had many discussions during "baritone" band lessons at Kickapoo Area Schools. . He was so kind! Mr. and Mrs. Ammel also were a part of our church family. Our prayers from Viola are with you at this time of sorrow. He will be missed by many. - Rosie

Message from Jodie Rutherford

Sending you all my deepest sympathies! Love, Jodie Rutherford and Family

A candle was lit by Jodie Rutherford on April 21, 2017 9:53 AM

Expression of Sympathy

An ELEGANCE AND SIMPLICITY STANDING SPRAY was sent on April 21, 2017

Thank you for your warmth and wisdom, Larry ~ you always made me feel 'at home' wherever we were. Looking forward to seeing you in our next 'home'. Love you ~ Skip ("Schmo")

A candle was lit by Joe Yogerst and family on April 21, 2017 9:06 AM

A candle was lit by Jan (Hazlewood) Plane on April 21, 2017 6:56 AM

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Mr Ammel meant so much to me. His constant caring and encouragement were appreciated, and he had a profound impact on my life. I strive to make sure my students feel as loved and supported as he made me feel. My sympathies and prayers are with his family while they grieve.

Message from skip schwenn

Larry, you made me happier when I was in your presence. Blending the best of your mom and dad, you projected strength, offered wisdom, extended warmth, inspired music, and shared humor. I enjoyed you always, and look forward to our paths crossing in the next adventure. For your family, I wish only memories of the love and light that you held for them, and that they gave to you. I love you always, cousin.

Message from 1984 graduate Cindy (Kudek) Koester

I never had Mr. Ammel as a teacher but he was very well known. I got to know him better after graduation and working with the Kewaskum Junior Women. Truly sorry for your loss, prayers and thoughts to all affected by his lose.

A candle was lit by Bob & Lois Yogerst on April 20, 2017 8:32 PM

Message from Polly Sanford Benish

I am so sad to hear about Mr. Ammel. He was one of my favorites. Always so encouraging.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Polly

Message from Kristina

My family and I would like to extend our heartfelt condolences. May you find comfort in warm memories and coming promises. (Revelation 21:3,4)

Message from Charlene (Newby) Hartlaub

Dear Cheryl,
You were blessed by God with a life married to Larry. How comforting it is to know that Larry believed in God as his Lord and Savior and is safe with Him in Heaven! And how wonderful to know that we will all join him someday in that blessed place.

A candle was lit by June Gauvin on April 20, 2017 10:36 AM

A candle was lit by Jolene Aupperle / Former KHS band student and friend on April 20, 2017 10:34 AM

A candle was lit by Kristen Bruckert-Drewry on April 20, 2017 10:29 AM

A candle was lit by Jeanne Becker on April 20, 2017 9:30 AM

A candle was lit by Beth Kempf-Sondrol on April 20, 2017 7:35 AM

A candle was lit by David and Cindy Amerling on April 20, 2017 4:16 AM

A candle was lit by andy eisenmann on April 20, 2017 1:23 AM

A candle was lit by Andy Eisenmann, KHS Class of 1983 on April 20, 2017 1:22 AM

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Dear Family Ammel...I cannot fathom what you are all feeling, and I can only imagine the outpouring from folks like me and the community. Like all of his students, I felt that I had a special and closer relationship with him than with any other educator/mentor in my life. He literally shoved me toward successes...he went to Chicago WITH my Dad and I to audition for college. Here's what I wrote on my Facebook page and I hope you don't mind the cut and paste...as I re read, it's just what I think...Sending love and peace to your entire family!

"Last night, the most influential educator and mentor in my entire life passed away of a heart attack. May your soul, Larry Ammel, blanket the world with love and compassion. Back in those days, I was a mess...I was sort of tossed around between family members...none of who really wanted me around, and I arrived to school early...really early, every morning. There was Mr. Ammel, having a coffee and a cigarette, sitting in his office, ready to give me life lesson after life lesson. I worked with him for four years...intensely. He mentored me in music, on trumpet and in life...as I sit here in New Zealand, on a beautiful fall morning with tears in my eyes, I can only remember Mr. Ammel, understanding and caring deeply about me and how I would get through the days. It worked, I am now very successful and have enjoyed a lifetime of trying to be to many of my 'kids' what he was to me. I hope and pray that I get just one who feels this way. To the family of SAINT LARRY, I wish you peace, resolve and more sympathy than you can ever imagine...you know, the best thing is that I know there are THOUSANDS of Kewaskum High School Band kids who feel EXACTLY the same way I do. Mr. Ammel, for my lifetime, I will strive to do for students, what you did for me. You were nobility and I cherish my experiences with you in your high school band room! Love and sympathy...ANDY"

Message from Joy

I agree with classmate Andy. Mr. Ammel was a one of a kind awesome person and teacher and it was my honor to know him.

Message from Janice Wysocki Sopa

Deepest sympathy to Cheryl and family on Larry's passing. I'm sure he was most prepared to meet the Lord on Easter Sunday. Though I have not been in close touch with you over the years, what I am reading and hearing now about Larry, as a music teacher and his relationship with his students, is what I would have expected from him. He was always a most friendly, jovial and happy guy who was made for teaching music. A most special member of the teaching profession who was well loved and respected by his students. I know your loss and that felt in the community is very great. May smiles and loving memories replace your tears. And may God bless Larry and all of you.

A candle was lit by Katie Jungers (Yogerst) on April 19, 2017 9:43 PM

Message from Liz Jankowski

One of the most loving, warm,compassionate men I have ever known. I met Mr. Ammel on my first day at KHS. I was the 'new girl from Shorewood', and it was a rough transition. He came up to me at the lunch table and told me he would be my friend until I met some of my own. Needless to say, he became a friend forever. The love and respect he had from his students was unbeatable. When I joined Peace Church, I was thrilled to find out he was not only a member but the long time choir director. What a beautiful and kind gentleman. I am so blessed to have known him for so many years. Dear Cheryl and family...thank you for sharing this incredible man with so many of us. I pray that you all may find peace during this difficult, very sad time. My family and I are praying for all of you. With so much sympathy and love...Liz Jankowski

A candle was lit by Chris Gross on April 19, 2017 9:20 PM

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RIP Mr. Ammel. You will be missed by all who knew you. You have touched so many people over the years with your love for music.

A candle was lit by Chris Gross on April 19, 2017 9:15 PM

Message from Katie Wolf

Mr. Ammel was one of the best teachers I had. He cared about his students and was always willing to help. He was such a pillar to the community and will be deeply missed. Deepest condolences to his family.

Message from Joy Pamperin

Mr. Ammel was my favorite teacher. He was always friendly, caring, and supportive. He had an awesome sense of humor. I will never forget the story he told on my 18th birthday. He basically told everyone that I was able to buy alcohol during the story. Mr. Ammel wasn't just a teacher but a friend. I am truly going to miss him. He never did make it to any of the rock parties we continually invited him to. Now he and my dad can have the rock parties together in heaven. My sincerest sympathy to the family he leaves behind. He was a very special man. I love you Mr. Ammel.

A candle was lit by Steve and Diane Liegl on April 19, 2017 8:30 PM

A candle was lit by Mary Marx Laatsch on April 19, 2017 7:46 PM

A candle was lit by RIP Mr. Ammel on April 19, 2017 7:41 PM

A candle was lit by Former Student on April 19, 2017 7:40 PM