Arlene Esther DeGroot, 97, Green Bay, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026. She was born June 14, 1928, in Green Bay to Alphonse and Esther (Kuske) Moes.

Arlene married John "Jack" H. DeGroot on November 6, 1948. They were married 76 years until his passing on November 21, 2024.

She is survived by her sons, Jack (Bonnie) DeGroot, Jerry (Carla) DeGroot; son-in-law, Alan Olson; grandchildren, David (Sherri) Olson, Greg (Angela) Olson, Amanda (Mike) Loomis; great-grandchildren, Jarret Olson, Taylor Olson, Abby Olson, Brenner Loomis, Autumn Loomis; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Arlene was preceded in death by her husband, Jack; daughters, Susan (David) Brandenburg, Mary Kay "Mic" Olson, Barb (Marvin "Mort") Brocker; parents, Alphones and Esther; sister, Gladys (Leon) Calewarts.

Friends and family will gather at SS. Edward & Isidore Parish, 3667 Flintville Rd., from 10 a.m. to 11a.m. on Tuesday, March 17; Mass to follow at 11 a.m. Entombment will be at the Allouez Chapel Mausoleum. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.

Family extends a special thank you to the caring staff of Unity Hospice and at Angels Touch for their kindness and compassion.