Margaret Naze Obituary

Margaret (Marge) Naze, 92, passed away in the love and comfort of her home, fulfilling her hearts' desire on Saturday, May 24, 2025. "Thank you, Jesus" were her last words spoken.
Marge was born on October 24, 1932, in New London, WI to the late Tony and Vera (Haack) Bultman. The family first moved to Kewaunee, WI next to Casco (Hillside Palace) and lastly to Algoma, purchasing a home including a bar (Cherrio Bar) later known as Bultman's Bar. Apple and cherry orchards were added to create the "famous" Bultman's Bar and Orchard.
In later years Marge's heart was thrilled when brother Tony purchased the orchards. Morning coffee with Tony was a highlight.
Marge began her elementary schooling at Pleasant Hill School within walking distance west on the highway. Her younger sister, Jeanne, insisted on going to school with her at the same time and did! They graduated together 12 years later from Algoma High School, class of 1950.
After graduation, Marge began working in her uncle Harold Haacks' office in Madison and later returned to Algoma to accept an office job at the newly built Algoma Memorial Hospital, along with a former classmate, Mary Lou Knudson (Dettman).
Marge married the late Robert Naze, Sr. in 1952 and continued working at the hospital until the birth of her first child, Brian, in 1953. Over the next five years, five girls were born, followed by the birth of a son, Robert Naze, Jr., which included a big "yippee" from Brian for finally having a brother. Kevin was the last born of the eight children.
In 1967 when all the children were finally in school, Marge took over the bookkeeper position at the firm of Miller, Pies, and Blazkovec. She continued at the law office until accepting the bookkeeper position at Algoma High School, also serving as secretary to Jerry Thielke, school superintendent, until 1980. Ray Fulwiler hired Marge at Wisconsin Label Corporation in 1980, (later known as WS Packaging Group) where she worked in customer service until her retirement in 2008 after 28 years.
Marge was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 236. For many years, she was often seen carrying the flag in parades or selling poppies for the legion's fundraiser. She was honored on January 20, 2022, for 50 years of service (as of 2021) and remained a member totaling 54 years. As a member of St. Mary Church in Algoma, she belonged to the Rosary Society and for several years served on the finance committee. In addition, she tended bar at Bultman's Bar and later at Hotel Stebbins. Marge was a long-time volunteer at the Algoma Visitor Center and continued as an active volunteer at the Kewaunee County Food Pantry for over 25 years until 2024. She was extremely passionate about spending time visiting residents at the Algoma nursing home and assisted living centers. She loved being with people, sharing her warmth, kindness, time, and genuine caring. Her constant thoughtfulness and unselfishness to everyone will be remembered always.
Marge loved her road trips near and far to see her children and grandchildren (and great grandchildren visits); too many precious occasions celebrated with family to mention. Whether Marquette, MI; Pardeeville and Portage, WI; Ft Myers, FL; or New Richmond, WI; where the first four children lived or the last four children in Algoma and Casco, she was filled with joy at each gathering. All celebrations and get-togethers near or far were cherished beyond words. Special memories include Marge's 50th and 70th birthday parties held in her honor. Oh, the love, laughter, and stories shared! For her 50th birthday party, Marge was given a set of luggage and her first plane ride ever! Accompanied by her daughter, Kris, with the destination Ft Myers, FL where Kay lives, they stayed with Kay, and Florida was never the same! What a celebration, which included a visit to Disney World. She traveled to Mexico with her daughter, Lisa, and traveled all over the USA and Spain with her brother, David. These special trips were talked about often and so very fondly remembered with big smiles, each and every trip was cherished.
Her greatest blessings and joy were family. She loved them "all to pieces." Marge will be missed beyond words and lovingly remembered by her eight children: Brian (Linda Purvis) Naze/Marquette MI; Kris Soderman/Sarasota FL; Kay Naze/Ft. Myers FL; Lisa Leahy/Hudson WI; Karen Naze/Algoma WI; Patti (Dave) Donart/Algoma WI; Robert Naze, Jr. (Pam Walter) Naze/Casco, WI; and Kevin Naze/Algoma WI. Fourteen grandchildren: Natalie Forester; Dustin (Brittany) Soderman; Summer (Austin) Rentsch; Ericka (Kyle) Rude; Sara (TJ Phillips) Leahy; Jenna (Justice) Harvieux; Rachael (David) Harnois; Kayla Donart; Casey (Chris) Rogers; Cassandra (fiancé Tyler) and Allison Naze; Karina (Alberto) Rodriguez Toro, Anthony (fiancé Emmy) Naze, and Nikki Naze. Thirteen great grandchildren: June Forester; Stella and Jameson Soderman; Morgan, Sydney, and Emilia Rude; Julian Leahy; Tate Harvieux; McKenna, Finn, and Liam Harnois; and Sundai and Kingston Vig. She is survived by sister, Jeanne DeDecker and brothers, David and Tony Bultman, Jr (Theresa); along with many, many dearly loved and precious nieces and nephews.
Marge was preceeded in death by her parents, Tony and Vera Bultman; sisters Rosie Meyer and Cathy Antonissen; first-born grandson, Nathan Donart; in-laws Lee DeDecker, Carol Bultman, Dawn Bultman, John Meyer, Joe Antonissen, Fritz and Betty Naze, Marion (Naze) Thielke, and very special friends/neighbors Red and Edie Vandervest – known as the "King and Queen of Ahnapee". She was also preceeded in death by Xavior and Helen Naze and Robert Naze Sr., father of her eight children.
Marge immensely treasured her special friends Pat Marquart, Audrey Tebon, Carol Nimmer, Kitty and Sara Fulwiler, Greta Blonairz, Dan and Marci Seiler, and many others; she loved spending time with all of them. For all the friends of Marge and friends of family members, Nancy Novotny and Joan Captain, AJ and Norma Bonnell, Larry and Mary Hyde, Tanda Lienau, Mary and Ned Noah, and Maggie Raymaker who often visited and brought delicious dinners and treats along with your sunshine, prayers, and precious time, we thank you. And a final thank you to Sara Guth, Father Andrew and Father Timothy for the home visits. Everyone is so appreciated!
Schinderle Funeral Home (Laurie/special friend of the family) will be handling the arrangements. Visitation will take place on Friday June 27 from 4pm to 7pm with prayer service at 7pm. Visitation continues from 10am to 11am at St. Mary Catholic Church with Mass at 11am and luncheon to follow in the church basement. A burial service will be held at a later date at St. Mary Cemetery in Algoma.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are much appreciated to Kewaunee County Food Pantry or Unity Hospice in Brown County.
The family wishes to extend their deepest gratitude to Unity Hospice and her assigned team Heather, Jenny, and Chaplain Nathan. Heartfelt thank you to all the family/relation and friends who cared for her and brightened her days. We love you always and forever. "Bultman Strong"!
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