Lynn C. Rettig

Lynn C. Rettig age 77, of Huntley, IL and formerly of Appleton, Cedarburg, and Plymouth, Wisconsin passed away on August 13, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Holgate, Ohio on December 16, 1944 to William and Maggie Rettig. Lynn was the FFA (Future Farmers of America) state public speaking champion in 1962 and placed in the national competition in Kansas City. After high school, he attended Lakeland College in Plymouth Wisconsin where he met his beloved wife of 55 years, Elaine. Lynn was a devoted public school educator for 42 years. He started out as an English teacher at Plymouth High School.  He was then a Reading Coordinator for the Appleton Area Public Schools and he completed his career as Principal of Thorson Elementary School in Cedarburg, a position that brought him the utmost joy. 

Lynn loved to talk and made friends wherever he went, many of whom became friends for life. His passion for travel motivated him organize many summer vacations with his family exploring the country. Where the day always ended with this question - “ What was the highlight of your day?”

He is survived by his son, Shane (Linsay) Rettig and his daughter, Shera (Jerry) Pollock; his treasured grandchildren, Ava, Amelia, Julia and Dylan who will always remember him as “Pops”. Additionally, he is survived by sister Joann (Rettig) Schroeder of Napoleon Ohio and brother Marvin (Brenda) Rettig of Lakeside Marblehead Ohio. He was proceeded in death by his wife, Elaine (Pelzer) Rettig, his parents, his brother Wallace Rettig, sister-in-law Nedra (Call) Rettig, brother-in-law Harold Schroeder, brother-in-law Melvin Weber and sister-in law Diana (Pelzer) Diedrich. Furthermore, Lynn and Elaine’s beloved dog, Lily, was waiting for them.

A Celebration of Life gathering for both Lynn and Elaine will be held on Sunday, October 9, 2022 at 10:00 AM at Lakeland University, W3718 South Dr., Plymouth, WI, United States, followed by a memorial luncheon.  

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Arrangements are entrusted with Willow Funeral Home & Cremation Care in Algonquin, Illinois

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