Earl Plass

Earl Plass, age 91, died in Appleton on Thursday, February 1, 2024. Earl was born on July 28, 1932, to the late James, Sr. and Clarabelle (Tousey) Plass. After graduating from Shawano High School, he enlisted in the United States Navy, serving in the Korean War. On September 3, 1955, Earl married Marion Rotter, Together they raised three children. Earl worked at Appleton Papers for over 30 years as a millwright in the maintenance group. He was an active member of St. Luke Lutheran Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. Earl loved to read, and enjoyed sharing his woodworking skills.

Earl is survived by his wife of 68 years, Marion; his children: Jeff (Kim) Plass, Julie Hennessey, and Greg Plass; his grandchildren: Erin (special friend John) Plass, Jason (Lara) Plass, Elizabeth and Kyle Hennessey, and Mila Plass; and his sister-in-law, Janet Rotter.

In addition to his parents, Earl is preceded in death by his son-in-law, Thomas Hennessey; siblings: Gwen (Jerry) Rosnow, Juanita (Roland) Krueger, James, Jr., (Lillian) Plass, and Donald (Rose) Plass; and his siblings-in-law: George Rotter, Robert (Carol) Rotter, and Caroline (Henry) Hess.

Visitation for Earl will be held on Friday, February 9, 2024, beginning at 10:00 a.m. until time of Funeral at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Ronald Szep officiating at ST. LUKE LUTHERAN CHURCH (705 E. Greenfield Drive, Little Chute). Military Honors will immediately follow. In lieu of flowers, a memorial is being established. The committal date at Highland Memorial Park is to be determined. To sign the guestbook, please visit oconnellfh.com.