Timothy Chris Hansmann (76) passed away on September 7, 2024. Timothy was born on
December 24th, 1947 at the Plymouth Hospital to Ted and Marian (Heidemann) Hansmann.
Tim, an only child, would spend summers with dear aunts, uncles and cousins on Cedar Lake
where his Grandpa Heidemann had his farm. Tim loved fishing with his father there as well.
Tim attended St. John's Lutheran School and Concordia Lutheran High School in Milwaukee.
Following graduation from Concordia in 1966, Tim attended UW Madison for a time before
enlisting in the US Army in 1968. He served in Vietnam from May 1968 until November of 1970,
receiving an honorable discharge. He was stationed at various bases in Vietnam serving with
the 176th Veterinary Detachment. Returning home, Tim bartended and worked odd jobs before
beginning employment at Sargento Cheese Company which lasted for 43 years ending with his
retirement in 2016. He was very proud of his years of service at Sargento.
In November 1981, Tim met his future bride, Peggy Novotny, at Casey Jones Lanes. They were
married in November of 1982 enjoying over 41 years of marriage. They made their home on
North Street on the Mullet River in Plymouth.
Tim and Peggy welcomed two sons into their family, Michael Theodore, and Daniel John. As a
family, they enjoyed spending time on Crystal Lake, taking vacations around the United States
and watching the boys’ school concerts and sporting events.
Tim had a passion for reading and was always halfway through a book or two, both physical and
digital. As technology advanced so did Tim, returning to school in 1995 to complete an
associates degree in Computer Technology.
As a man who shared his words thoughtfully, it was through technology that he found his voice.
Facebook posts allowed him to reach a whole new audience for his dry wit, humor and wise
worldview.
In retirement, Tim spent time camping with Peggy and enjoyed his time with family and friends,
visiting Florida and Door County. He found joy in the role of grandfather and especially enjoyed
time with his grandson William Timothy. Doting on his sweet granddaughter Evelyn Elizabeth
gave Tim great delight.
Tim was preceded in death by his parents Theodore and Marian Hansmann, his stepmother,
Evelyn Hansmann, his father-in-law John Novotny and his sister-in-law Betty Novotny. Also by
his dear friends Robert Schmidt and Doug Bremser. Numerous Aunts and Uncles and cousins
will be welcoming Tim to heaven as well.
He is survived by his dear wife Peggy, his son Michael Hansmann and daughter-in-law Jennifer
Goelzer Hansmann, their children William and Evelyn. He is also survived by his son Daniel
Hansmann, his mother-in-law and step father-in-law Geri and George Specht. Sisters and
Brothers in law, Diane and John Kretsch, Lynn and Judy Johnson, Keith
and Sally Kamperschroer, Todd and Angie Novotny and Steve and Carol Raasch, and numerous
nieces and nephews.
Tim was a gentleman who was loved and respected by many and he is going to be dearly
missed. We know he is in heaven with no more worries or sickness. He is at peace.
Visitation and funeral service will take place at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Plymouth. Pastor
Sara Gorman officiating. There will be a time of visitation from 3 pm until 6 pm on Friday
September 13, Funeral services will be on Saturday September 14 at 11 am with morning
visitation from 10am until time service. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery immediately after
the funeral service with Military Rites conducted by the Plymouth VFW World Cheese Center
Post #5612. A time of fellowship will be held following burial.
Memorials will be set up in Tim’s name for the Plymouth Mill Pond Lake Association of which
Tim was the past president. Memorials will also be set up for Redeemer Lutheran Church.
The Suchon Funeral Home is assisting the family. For online condolences, please visit
www.suchonfh.com.
Tim’s family thanks the medical team at Vince Lombardi Cancer Center for their care and
understanding and Aurora St. Luke’s Hospital Knisely Neuro Intensive Care Unit for their
treatment and compassion during Tim’s final days.
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