Draheim, Harvey C.Harvey C. Draheim, age 89, a rural Valders resident, died Sunday, January 1, 2017 at the Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.He was born on June 10, 1927 in the town of Eaton, son of the late Richard and Elfrieda (Gierke) Draheim. Harvey was a Veteran of the United States Marines serving from 1945 to 1947. On June 11, 1947 he married the former Irma Lawrence at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Newtonburg. She preceded him in death on October 17, 2014. Harvey owned and operated the family dairy farm along with his wife, Irma, until their retirement in 1989. He enjoyed traveling and gardening. Survivors include three daughters and two sons-in-law: Ruth Ann Camomilli, New Holstein, Karen & Tom Voss, School Hill, Susan & Gary Spurlin, Sioux Falls, SD; one son: Dennis Draheim, Greenfield; 9 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; and three sisters-in-law: Olive Draheim, Anita Draheim and Rosemary Borgwardt. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by four brothers: Elroy Draheim, Elmer Draheim, Wilbur Draheim, Allan Draheim; three brothers-in-law and five sisters-in-law. Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 Noon On Thursday, January 5, 2017 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the Service will be the Rev. Erica Cunningham. Entombment will occur at Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth.The family will greet relatives and friends at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, from 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 5, 2017 until 11:45 a.m.Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting
www.pfefferfuneralhome.comA memorial fund has been established in Harvey's name.The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.The family would like to extend a special thank you to the friends and family and also to the staff at Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center for the care and compassion shown towards Harvey and his family. Also, to Pastor Erica Cunningham and Pastor Nicole Welke for their guidance.
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