John Martin Boots, Menasha, age 79, died Wednesday, February 5, 2025.  He was born in Appleton on January 3, 1946, to the late Martin and Edith (Hammen) Boots.

John lived in Hawaii for over 35 years and loved the home he had there.  He enjoyed working in his beautiful yard and workshop.  John enjoyed sitting on his deck, feeling the ocean breeze, and grilling something delicious.

He was an avid football and basketball fan and the Green Bay Packers were his favorite team to watch

John's grandchildren were his pride and joy, and he enjoyed talking to them and hearing about their lives.

Prior to moving to Hawaii, John worked at Thilmany Paper Mill as a millwright for over 20 years.  He enjoyed going to his cottage in northern Wisconsin and snowmobiling.

John is survived by his daughter, Angela (Martin) Verstegen of Oshkosh; and grandchildren:  Jacie, Peter, Hattie, and William Verstegen; siblings:  Anne (Dennis) Paschke and Jerry (Char) Boots; and nephews:  Matt and Mitch Boots;

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his grandson, Jedediah James Verstegen.

A private family service was held.