Paige Marie Vander Wielen of Appleton, age 21, died January 16, 2025.  She was born March 7, 2003, the daughter of Lance Patrick Vander Wielen and Gypsy Ann Seidl.

Paige was a beautiful soul inside and out, brightened, lifted and encouraged everyone around her.  She loved being in and experiencing nature.  She enjoyed traveling, camping, fishing, archery and her time in the sun.  Paige also loved going to concerts, and listening to music.  She cherished spending time with her family and friends, while also taking time for herself.

She is survived by her parents:  Lance (Trudy) Vander Wielen and Gypsy (Dean) Seidl; siblings:  Samantha Cisler and Nicholas Vander Wielen; grandparents:  Gary and Pamela Vander Wielen and Reggie and Sharon Hermes; uncles:  Jeff (Stephanie) Vander Wielen, Troy Seidl, and Chris (Sheryl) Seidl; nieces:  Riley, Destiny, and Aine; cousin:  Zoe; best friends: Katy, Rachel, Bryanna, and so many more.  Also, a very special Great Aunt, Linda Morton, of South Carolina.

Paige was preceded in death by her brother, Corbin Vander Wielen.

Visitation will be held Friday, January 24, 2025 at O'CONNELL FUNERAL HOME (1776 E. Main Street, Little Chute) from 11:00 a.m. until 12:45 p.m.  Paige's funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m., officiated by the Rev. Lynn Martin.