Mr. Gregory "Greg" E. Rodencal

September 30, 1946 - February 17, 2015

Gregory “Greg” E. Rodencal, age 68, of the Town of Aurora, died Tuesday evening, February 17, 2015. He was surrounded by his family, and beloved Mastiff Willow, at the home and surrounding land that he nurtured and loved. Greg was the son of Erwin and Evelyn (Elendt) Rodencal, born on September 30, 1946 on the family farm, in the Town of Rushford, Winnebago county. He was educated in Berlin, graduating from Berlin High School with the Class of 1964. Shortly after graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, and served during the Vietnam era. Greg married Diane Schmude on October 19, 1968, the opening day of pheasant season, at Saint Joseph Catholic Church of Berlin. They shared forty-two years together, enriching the lives of each other and all those around them. The first four years of their marriage were spent in Tulsa, Oklahoma. They returned to Berlin in May of 1973, where they both started working for Schmude Electric. Together they purchased the family business in 1991. They worked side by side until Diane died on March 2, 2011. Greg was known for his strict work ethic, and worked till it was done. He enjoyed the dogs, nature, gardening, the Packers, fishing, boating. Bowling, and NASCAR. Survivors include; sister, Donna (Fred) Kuse, of Plato, MN., two brother-in laws, Alan (Kelly) Schmude, of Neshkoro, Ron (Chris) Schmude, of Oshkosh, nieces, nephews, other relatives, many dear friends, and especially his loyal Willow. He was preceded in death by; his beloved Diane, his parents, father and mother in law, Orville and Evelyn Schmude, dear puppies; Zoya, Mollie, Casey, and Liberty. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2015, at 7:30 p.m. at the Wiecki-Skipchak Funeral Home of Berlin. Relatives and friends may call on Saturday, February 21, 2015, from 4:00 to 8:00p.m., at the Funeral Home. Burial will take place at a later date. Greg’s family would like to especially thank; Affinity Visiting Nurse Hospice, Dr. Karen Gremminger, along with her staff, for the loving care and kindness they shared with Greg.