Oscar E. Moldenhauer, 93, formerly of Kiel died Wednesday afternoon November 29, 2023 at Shady Lane Nursing Center, Manitowoc where he had been a resident for the past year. He was born on December 29, 1929 in Manitowoc, WI, son of the late William and Ella (Fischer) Moldenhauer. Oscar was a graduate of Valders High School.

At an early age, Oscar took over the family farm. On June 9, 1962 he was united in marriage to the former Ruth Kester at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Dale WI. They farmed together for a short time before making there home in Kiel. In 1966 Oscar took a job at Tecumseh Products in New Holstein. He was a dedicated employee and for almost 30 years until his retirement in April of 1995. Ruth preceded him in death on May 28, 2016.

Oscar was a life member of the IAMA, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace workers, for Tecumseh Products. He was a former member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Kiel and a current member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. He took great pride in caring for his home. During the summer you could find him outside in the garden or taking care of his lawn. Oscar took great joy in visiting with friends and neighbors whenever he had the chance.

Survivors include his son; Dale (Summer) Moldenhauer, a sister; Bernice (Bill) Schramm along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife; Ruth, two brothers; Howard (Marion) Moldenhauer, Paul (Virginia) Moldenhauer and a sister; Lucille (Vernon) Vetter.

Funeral Services for Oscar will be held on Saturday December 9, 2023 at 11:00am at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church (11303 Wehausen Rd, Manitowoc, Town of Liberty) with Pastor Daniel Foelske officiating. Family and friends may gather at the church for a time of visitation on Saturday from 9:30am until the time of services at 11:00am. Burial will take place at a later date in the Kiel City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in his name for Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Oscars family would like to thank the caring staff at Shady Lane for all their help over the past year and to Sharon S. Richardson Hospice for keeping Oscar comfortable in his last days.