Lawrence "Larry" L. Martochko Obituary

November 10th, 1944 - February 13th, 2026

Lawrence Lynn "Larry" Martochko, age 81, of Fremont, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026, at ThedaCare Medical Center in Appleton.  He was born on November 10, 1944 in Milwaukee, WI, to Ada Powell.  Twelve years later, Larry would be adopted by Charles Martochko.  He attended St. Michael's Catholic School, Stueben Jr. High and then Milwaukee Tech.  On June 21, 1963, Larry married Janet Schuerman, in Milwaukee when they were just 18 and 19 years old.

 While in Milwaukee, Larry worked for Briggs and Stratton, Sears and Frito Lay.  In 1976, Larry and Jan and their four children moved to Fremont, where they purchased Kelln's Resort on the Wolf River and renamed it Larry and Jan's Resort.They ran the resort for 45 years until selling it in 2020.  

His love for boating and fishing was known to many, and Larry enjoyed sharing his passion with the many visitors to the resort. He also was quite proficient with boat motor repair, which also came in quite handy throughout the years.  Larry held the office of President and Vice President on the Fremont Chamber of Commerce for over 25 years, during which time he was involved in many activities throughout the village.  He was also  a former President of the Waupaca County Chamber of Commerce and was instrumental in the formation of the Waupaca County Visitors Guide.  Also during that time, Larry ran many booths for Sport and Fishing Shows, eventually becoming show manager.  Larry and Jan were fortunate to be able to escape winter by first spending time in Florida and more recently in Arizona.  They were also able to enjoy visits from their children and grandchildren in their home away from home.  In more recent years, Larry discovered his love of karaoke, and his talent for it.  He especially enjoyed singing Elvis songs, but may be best remembered for signature song, "My Way".

He was a member of Most Precious Blood in New London.   

Larry is survived by his wife of 62 years, Janet; three children, Ann(Kurt)Pamperin, Mike Martochko and Mary Keehn; nine grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Michelle Brazil, a son-in-law, Michael Schmoll and a sister, Ada Wangelin.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Lewin Funeral Home, 210 W. Main St., Fremont. Deacon Paul Widmar will officiate.  Visitation will be held at Lewin Funeral Home on Thursday, from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Fremont.  The Lewin Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.  

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