Jeffery Carlton

Maes

Jeffery C. Maes, age 70, of Kaukauna, died early Friday, November 13, 2026. Jeff was born in Appleton to the late Henry and Bernice (Williamson) Maes on August 2, 1956. In 1978, Jeff married the love of his life and his best friend, Susan Vander Velden, together building a life that revolved around family until her recent passing in June of this year.

Jeff was a hardworking man who took pride in providing for his family throughout his career at Thilmany’s. Away from work, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and tending to his garden. In his younger years, he loved the adrenaline rush of racing at Wisconsin International Raceway.

Above all, family meant everything to Jeff. He and Sue built a close-knit family, and their sons fondly remembered growing up surrounded by those they loved. Together, they carried that same devotion into their roles as grandparents, cherishing every opportunity to spend time with their grandchildren.

Jeff is survived by his sons: Ryan (Jennifer Woodruff) and Travis (Kristy); and his two granddaughters, Natalie and Lily. He is further survived by his brothers, Mike (Muggs) Maes and Dan (Diane) Maes; and his siblings-in-law: Dave (Joann) Vander Velden, Karen (Joe) Portman, Jim (Barb) Vander Velden, Jeff (Dana) Vander Velden, and Mary (Mike) Stuart; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

In addition to his parents, Jeff is reunited by his wife of 47 years, Sue; and his brother-in-law, Mike Vander Velden.

Visitation for Jeff will be held Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at HOLY CROSS CHURCH (309 Desnoyer Street, Kaukauna) beginning at 9:30 a.m. and concluding at 10:45 a.m. Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Sudha Sivvam officiating. Committal Holy Cross Cemetery.