Avis D. Santee

Avis D. Santee, 91, of Oakfield, died Thursday, October 10, 2013, at Hospice Home of Hope, Fond du Lac.

She was born on November 8, 1921, a daughter to Adolph and Ida Block Cortte.

Avis married Jerome C. Santee in 1942.

She worked as a bookkeeper at Tolibia Cheese until her retirement.

Avis was a member of Salem United Methodist Church, Fond du Lac.  She was a Brewers fan and enjoyed bird watching.

She is survived by two sons:  Daniel (Nancy) Santee of Port Washington, and Dale (Debra) Santee of Oakfield; two grandchildren:  Aaron Santee and Heather Bertram; three great-grandchildren:  Sarah, Becky and Hunter Bertram.  She is further survived by her faithful and loving companions: a cat, Koko, and a dog, Daisy.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and two brothers:  Johnny and Oliver Cortte.

A private service and burial will be held at Rienzi Cemetery with Rev. Bill Beaton officiating.

Mach Funeral Chapel & Crematory is serving the family, www.machfuneralchapel.com.