Veronica A. Ploof

Veronica A. Ploof
January 9, 1938 – November 6, 2026
Veronica A. Ploof, 88, Luxemburg, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2026, wrapped
in the arms of her beloved husband while surrounded by her family. Veronica was born
on January 9, 1938, joining her five siblings and completing the family of Frank J. and
Philomine (Vaness) Hermans, in Luxemburg. There she continued to spend her life in the
community, she called home. Veronica was lucky enough to find her forever love for the
past 69 years, Theodore “Ted” Ploof, as they were married July 13, 1957.
If you knew Veronica, you probably knew her kitchen. Her kitchen was her happy place
where she was always cooking or baking for someone. She made it her mission to
memorize everyone's favorite foods and desserts by heart, and if she knew you were coming over, you could bet your favorite would be waiting for you. Nobody ever left empty-handed either; your favorite cookies were packed into a pail; any leftover food was boxed up and sent home with you to enjoy. Her vegetable garden was another great love, and over the years she canned more quarts and pints than anyone could count. When baseball season
rolled around, she was a faithful Milwaukee Brewers fan, cheering them on through the good years and the tough ones. Just like all of Wisconsin, watching her beloved Brewers win the 2026 World Series was magical.
More than anything, Veronica loved her family. She treasured every story, event, and milestone, big or small, from her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and she wanted to hear all about it. She always had a little bit of sass in her, but there was so much love to go right along with that spunk, and that's exactly how her family will remember her.
Veronica is survived by her husband, Theodore "Ted" Ploof; her children, Gail Thiry (Lonnie Kostrova), Kevin (Karen) Ploof, and Brian Ploof; her grandchildren, Chad (Amanda) Thiry, Tracie (Brad) Veeser, Stephanie (Derek) Moede, Ryan (Nicolette) Ploof, Jessica Ploof, Alex Ploof (Samantha Lakari), and Sean Ploof; great-grandchildren Brady, Olivia, Bryce, Kiley and Kane; one sister-in-law Janet Hermans; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her infant son, Charles; her parents; and brothers and sisters, Linus (Beatrice) Hermans, Orville (Ethel) Hermans, Hub Hermans, Lucy (Norbert) Rueckl, and Marie (Richard) Charles.
Visitation will be held at McMahon Funeral Home on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:15 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11:30 a.m. with Deacon David Scheuer officiating. Entombment will be at the Shrine of the Good Shepherd Mausoleum. As her family says goodbye, they find comfort in their Christian faith and in knowing she is at peace. Online condolences can be shared at McMahonFH.com.
The family would like to thank the caregivers at Autumn Fields. Dee, Andrea, Amy, Haley, and Brooke, you all took such good care of her, and she loved you all for it. Thank you also to Unity Hospice for all your support during her final days. You were a comfort to all.
Fly high little lady. You will be missed by all who knew and loved you.