Vernel Lee "Vern" High, age 70, of Keshena, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2015 in Appleton. Vern was born in Keshena, on June 4, 1945 to the late Alice Peters. He was a contractor in home building, and loved his job. Vern enjoyed nothing better than a good day of hard work. Vern is survived by his good friend, Betty Kohel; his children, Vernal High, Vaughn High, Kurt Pocan, and Veron High; Betty's children whom he helped raise, Denelle, Lillian, Ira, John, and Sky; numerous grandchildren, and nieces, and nephews, including, Leland, Rudy, Doreen, and Tabitha. He was preceded in death by his mom, one sister, Mabel "Peaches" Dickie, and four brothers, John "Biskit" Peters, Tommy Peters, Joseph "Duke" Peters, and Alvin Peters. A visitation will be held at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano on Wednesday, October 7, 2015 from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. www.swedbergfuneralhome.com