Harland William Zehren, 86, of Bonduel, passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, in Bonduel. Harland was born in New London on Oct. 27, 1934, son of the late William and Irene (Holtz) Zehren. He grew up in Clintonville and graduated from Clintonville High School. He was drafted into the United States Army, serving his country until his honorable discharge. On May 8, 1955, Harland was united in marriage to Lorraine Lohrengel at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano.
Harland worked at Badger Breeders and Midwest Breeders for many years. With over 100,000 first breedings, he was one of the top technicians in the country. In retirement, he loved driving truck and spent time driving gas truck, milk truck, shuttling Peterbilt trucks and delivering parts for his grandson’s business, JR Machine.
In his free time, he enjoyed cutting wood, woodworking, snowmobiling, riding his motorcycle and traveling. Harland loved life, loved people and was the life of the party. He cherished spending time with his beloved family. A wonderful husband, father and grandfather, he will be deeply missed.
Harland is survived by his wife of 66 years, Lorraine; twin daughters, Joy Tumanic, of Rhinelander, and Jane (fiancé Tony Rider) Winter, of Hebron, Kentucky; grandson, Parker (Stephanie) Tumanic; and two great-granddaughters, Ivanna and Vivian.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Lanora Hartfiel.
A funeral service for Harland was held Monday, June 7, 2021, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Bonduel with the Rev. Mark Palmer officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery with military honors conducted by the Bonduel American Legion.
Harland’s family would like to extend special thanks to the staff at Birch Hill as well as ThedaCare at Home Hospice for their wonderful care.
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Harland W. Zehren
