Michelle Janeen Pachner, 37, of Fredonia, Wisconsin, passed away on June 3, 2025, at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton. Her family takes comfort in knowing Michelle was able to give the gift of life through organ and tissue donation.
Michelle was born April 11, 1988, in Milwaukee to George and LaVonne “Bonnie” (née Templeman) Pachner. She was a 2006 graduate of Northern Ozaukee High School, where she was a cheerleader. She loved singing karaoke, dancing, baking, and making crafts. Known for her generous spirit, Michelle recently started working as a caregiver at Monarch Meadows in New London. Her dog, Maiya, was her constant companion.
She is survived by her parents; siblings Danny (Cassandra) Mitchell of Nashville, NC, Rebecca (Aaron) Rebers of Fond du Lac, Christy Pachner of Glendale, niece Saige; nephews Kyle, Rylan, and Xander; and many other relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be held at 2:30 PM on Thursday, June 12, at Grand Avenue United Methodist Church, 505 W. Grand Ave., Port Washington, with visitation at the church beginning at 12:30 PM. Pastor Vince Pepin will officiate.
Memorials in Michelle’s name may be made to the family or to Wisconsin Humane Society. Arrangements by Eernisse Funeral Home.
