Joyce E. Esselmann (nee Feisthammel), 72, passed away on Monday, Jan. 23, 2012. She is survived by her children, Timothy (Holly) Steldt, Cindy (David) Retzlaff, Terry (Sue) Steldt, and Thomas (Aimee) Steldt; grandchildren, Courtney (fiance Nate Weiss) and Ashley Steldt, Michael and Matthew Retzlaff, Sarah (Mate) Kramlik, Harry Steldt, Brandy, Connor, and Shaylynn; brother, Gerald (Jeanne) Feisthammel; and her special dog, Teddy. She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph (Esther) Feisthammel; husbands, Darwin Steldt and Arthur Esselmann; two nephews; and dogs, Mitzy and Taz.

Private services were held.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Kim and Annettte from Horizon Hospice, Dr. William Bradley at Froedtert Hospital, and Pastor Oscar Kraft.

The Phillip Funeral Home of West Bend is assisting the family; (262) 338-2050 or www.phillipfuneralhome.com.