Wilmer "Willy" M. Buechel, age 81, of rural New Holstein, passed away peacefully January 5, 2019 with his family at his side. He was born in Charlesburg on December 16, 1937 to the late Norbert and Hildegard (Thuecks) Buechel. He served in the Army Reserves. On May 19, 1962 he married Elizabeth "Betty" Agnes Mueller at St. Mary's Church, Chilton. Willy and Betty worked on their Dairy farm for over 40 years. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Marytown, the Lions Club, and local Veteran's club. Willy enjoyed bowling, hunting, over the limit fishing, John Deere tractors and especially spending time with family and friends. Willy is survived by his wife, Betty; six children, Michael (Shelly) Buechel, Sharon (Tom) Pieper, JoAnn Buechel, Deborah (Dean) Umlauft, Mark Buechel, Pamela Buechel and six grandchildren. He is further survived by sisters and brothers, Evelyn (Jerome) Schleicher, Leonard (Donna) Buechel, Alvin (Janella) Buechel and Rita (Lyle) Wingers and sister-in-law, Mariann Buechel. Preceding him in death were his parents, Norbert and Hildegard Buechel and brother Clarence Buechel. Family will greet relatives and friends at the funeral home Tuesday, January 15, 2019 from 2-5:45 PM. A Memorial service will be held at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at the Sippel Funeral Home, 2618 Altona Ave New Holstein, WI 53061. Rev. Carl Diederichs will officiate. Family would like to thank Calumet County Hospice staff and Willowdale Nursing Home for all the compassionate care given to Willy and his family. For additional details, please contact the Sippel Funeral Home in New Holstein or visit www.sippelfuneralhome.net