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| 70401 |  | Obituary Bruce Robert Gerow, age 59, of Hayward, passed away after a brief battle with cancer on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at Hayward Area Memorial Hospital. He was born on September 25, 1961 in Kaukauna, WI, the son of Curtis and Sandra (Wurdinger) Gerow. He was united in marriage to Danelle Renee Hove. Bruce worked for many years as a Supervisor at Gold-N-Plump Poultry in Arcadia, where he also coached youth wrestling. Bruce and Danelle later moved to Hayward, WI where they could enjoy the northwoods. He enjoyed his new job as the Kitchen Manager at Elkhorn Lodge in Clam Lake. He and Danelle also ran D & B Cleaning in the Hayward area. Bruce was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing, trapping and camping. His love for the outdoors was contagious and he was a wonderful mentor always willing to share his knowledge with his children, grandchildren and friends. He also set up a “Sap Camp” every spring where he would tap over 400 maple trees and spend countless hours collecting and evaporating sap into delicious syrup. Most of all, Bruce loved his family and was a loving husband, father, grandfather and a loyal friend to many. He is survived by his beloved wife, Danelle Renee Gerow of Hayward; his children, Andy (Priscilla) Keller of Pine Island, MN, Sarah (Rick Greene) Nofsinger of Lacrosse, WI, Melissa Gunderson of Hayward, WI, Jon (Melanie Wilson) Gerow of Hayward, WI and Daniel “Boone” ( fiancé Tonya Gougé) Gerow of Hayward, WI; his daughter-in-law, Misty Keller of Rochester, MN; his grandchildren, Kylee, Katrina, Kaiden, Brody, Adalyn, Blake, Brooklyn, Dawson, Lydia, Madisen, Trinity, Hailey, Brendan, Nachure, Jacob, Spencer, Sophia, Samantha, Jackson, Timothy, Briella, Azealia and Gunner; his great-granddaughter, Ember; his siblings, David Gerow of Milwaukee, WI and Diane Gerow of Tigerton, WI; his dearest friends, Bob and Renee Cleland and their children, Roxanne, Becca, Jerry, Jenny and Bobby; and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. In addition to his parents, Bruce is preceded in death by his son, Alan Keller; his sister-in-law, Patty Gerow; and his trusty dog, Bear. A memorial gathering will be held from 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Hayward Funeral Home, 15571 W County Highway B in Hayward, WI. Interment will be held privately. | |
| 70402 |  | Obituary Lynne Geerts passed peacefully in her home in Kaukauna with loved ones present on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 after a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. She fought cancer just like she lived her life – gracefully and with class never showing up to a single appointment without a full face of makeup, perfectly pieced together outfit, and accessorized with her Swarovski crystal cane. Lynne was born on February 19, 1945 in Appleton, WI to Joseph and Mildred Heindel and graduated from Kaukauna High School in 1964. She married Jim Geerts on November 3, 1965 and they enjoyed almost 57 loving years of marriage where she was a rock to Jim and the family for decades. She loved her grandkids and looked forward to enjoying the Naples sun every winter. Her family will dearly miss her sass, beautiful blue eyes, and delicious pumpkin pie. Lynne is survived by her husband Jim and their daughters: Hollie (Clyde) Weycker and Heidi (Pete) Hoerning; her 5 grandchildren: Kaylee, Bennett, and Karly Weycker and Tyler and Alyssa Hoerning. She is further survived by siblings: Dan (Judy) Heindel and Sharon (Brian) Freund; in-laws: Tom (Judy) Geerts and Mike (Karen) Geerts; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Lynne was preceded in death by her parents, Mildred and Joseph Heindel; in-laws, Peter and Margret Geerts; and a niece Jill Heindel. The family would also like to further thank the nurses and aides from Moments Hospice for their loving care, more specifically Gabi and Christina. Lynne took pride in quietly supporting many wonderful charities. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund is being established in her name with donations going to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, 411 Vandenbroek Street, Little Chute, with Fr. Ron Belitz officiating. Visitation will be at the church from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. Entombment will be in Highland Memorial Park. For online condolences, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com. | |
| 70403 |  | Obituary oseph Norbert Gasper, 86, Tomah, Wis., passed away Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021 at Mayo Hospital, LaCrosse, Wis. Joseph was born April 21, 1934 in Wisconsin, to parents John and Odelia Gasper. He joined the U.S. Army in March of 1957 and was stationed in France, Germany and Italy. He served two years.He married Elizabeth A. Eimmerman, July 29, 1961. The couple made their home in Kaukauna, Wis., with their only child, Terence. Joe held many jobs including driving a milk truck, working in a leather factory and for an electric company, becoming a master barber, and finally as a firefighter for the Kaukauna Fire Dept, retiring in 1992. He is survived by his grandchildren: Tyler Gasper and his fiancée, Nicole Cardarella, Minneapolis, Minn.; and Marissa Gasper, Lake Mills, and her fiancé, Garth Tai-Ashen Ahnie, South Africa; daughter-in-law, Sherylee Gasper, Lake Mills; along with many nieces, nephews and friends in Wisconsin. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth; son, Terence; and siblings: John Gasper Jr., Margaret Downing, Leona Arity, Loretta Forschler, Francis Gasper, Lucille Miller, and Jerome Gasper. Per his wishes, he will be cremated and no service will be held. His cremains will be laid to rest with his wife, Elizabeth “Betty,” in LaGrange Cemetery, Tomah, Wis. The Torkelson Funeral Home of Tomah is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.torkelsonfuneralhome.com. | |
| 70404 |  | Obituary Steven A. Nettekoven, 63, passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2023. Steve was born on October 26, 1959 to Earl and Geneva (Wenzel) Nettekoven in Kaukauna. He owned Carnival Concessions and booked with Tip Top Shows from Waupaca. Steve was a wonderful handy man and could devise ways of fixing machinery. He also enjoyed working in his shop. Steve loved old tractors. One of his favorite pastimes was spending time in the woods and picking apples and hickory nuts. Steve is survived by his step mom Marilyn Nettekoven, siblings; Vince (Donna) Nettekoven, Anna (Brian) Mauel, and Keith (Nicole) Nettekoven, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Steve was preceded in death by his parents; Earl and Geneva Nettekoven, and a brother Brian Nettekoven. The funeral mass for Steve will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John-Sacred Heart Sherwood, N369 Military Rd, Sherwood with Fr. Mike Bentley officiating. A time of visitation will be held on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. For online condolences please visit www.verkuilenfh.com. The family would like to thank the emergency room staff at St. Elizabeth Hospital. | |
| 70405 |  | Obituary im Blair Kaukauna - Jim Blair, 69, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 after a short battle with COVID. Jim was born on April 24, 1951 to Jerome and Germaine (Diedrich) Blair. On May 6, 1972 he was united in marriage to Cindy Landreman. Jim worked at Thimanys for many years. Jim was an avid golfer and sports fan, enjoying the Packers, Badgers, Brewers and NASCAR. He also enjoyed going to "race night" with his brother-in-law. Jim liked woodworking, landscaping and tending to his flowers. He was a master gardener and his yard was perfect, not one weed or dandelion to be found. Most of all Jim loved and adored his family. Jim spoiled "his girls"-- his wife and daughters, Sadie and Abby. But the real loves of his life were his six grandkids. He never missed their volleyball games, wrestling matches, baseball games, soccer games, dance competitions, or concerts. He also loved cookouts, camping, and family vacation time. Many wonderful memories were made as a family and he will be greatly missed. Jim is survived by his wife Cindy, his daughters; Sadie (Cory) Swedberg, Abby (Joe) Schmidt, grandchildren; Andy, Xavier, Rowen, Ryleigh, Addison and Olivia, his mother Germaine Blair, a brother, Lee (Karla) Blair, sisters; Jan (Bruce) Burt, Linda (Rick) Belling, brother-in-law Tom Landreman, and sister-in-law Bonnie Landreman. He also had many nieces and nephews that he loved to tease: Chris, Dan, Elaina, Kerri, Bryan, Craig, Scott, Heather, and Brooke, along with other relatives and many good friends. He was preceded in death by his father, his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Joan and Bill Landreman, and brother-in-law Al Landreman. In keeping with the current health pandemic the private family memorial service for Jim will be livestreamed on Monday, March 1, 2021 starting at 11:00 AM at the Verkuilen Van Deurzen Funeral Home Facebook page. Online condolences may be expressed at www.verkuilenfh.com. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund is being established in Jim's name. | |
| 70406 | | Obituary Age 94, passed away at his home on December 1, 2022. Earl was born in Appleton on June 17, 1928 to Hugh and Rose Van Heuklon. Earl served in the U.S. Air Force from 1946 to 1950. On April 18th of 1953 he married Pat Rosenthal and they enjoyed many years of married life. They had 4 children from this marriage, Linda (Kees Benkers), Thomas (Buck), Cheryl (Bob Kraus), and Daniel. Earl worked for Fox Tractor for 35 years and then finished his working years at Valley Planing. He retired on June 16, 2000 and enjoyed the remaining years taking trips and just doing whatever he felt like. Earl was an avid Packer fan, through good and bad. He enjoyed traveling with his brothers-in-law; Marty, Ken, Bob, and their wives; Elsie, Sally, and Helen. The trip to Alaska in 2001 was a dream come true, and he often talked about what he saw and did. Earl loved to hunt with his oldest son Buck, fish with his fishing buddy Bob Kraus, and having involved discussions with his son Dan about football and which team was the best. When the children were younger, the whole family enjoyed camping. Earl was a quiet man of few words, but his family always knew that his main concern was their happiness. He will be missed by all who knew him. Earl is survived by his sons Buck and Dan, his daughter Sheri (Bob Kraus), son-in-law Kees Benkers. He is also survived by grandchildren, Josh Benkers, Jessica, Scott and Nicole Van Heuklon, Chad and Jeff Kraus, and Lauren and Conner Van Heuklon, and many great-grandchildren. Earl was preceded in death by his wife Pat, his parents Hugh and Rose Van Heuklon, his father and mother-in-law Martin and Hazel Rosenthal, daughter Lyn Benkers, granddaughter Tara Benkers, his sister Irene Lornson, sister Helen McHugh, brother Jack, sister-in-law Mary Van Heuklon, and brother-in-law Bob Logan. The funeral liturgy for Earl will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, located at 410 W. Lawrence Street in Appleton. He will be placed at rest in St. Joseph Cemetery. Friends may call directly at the church on Tuesday morning from 9:00 AM until the time of the service. A man of quiet dignity and great strength. He will always remain in the heart of his family. We have been blessed by his kind and tender love through the years. May God hold him in the palm of his hands until we meet again. | |
| 70407 |  | Obituary Hollandtown - With dignity and grace Betty Van De Loo Eiting, age 81 passed into the arms of Jesus surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born May 20, 1940, to Edward and Margie Van De Loo. The day she was brought home from the hospital, her older siblings ran to the end of the driveway to exclaim "we have a new baby". Betty was the first of the Van De Loo children to be born at a hospital. Betty was united in marriage to Richard Eiting on November 25, 1959 at St. Francis Catholic Church in Hollandtown. She was a lifelong member of St. Francis. Her faith and St. Francis parish were very important to her. Betty found great joy in doing for others. She spent many hours of service at St. Paul Home, St. Katharine Drexel Parish, and helping in what she thought was a small way but made a big impact on many. Her greatest joys were her children and grandchildren. Grandma was their biggest cheerleader and confidant. Sunday afternoons consisted of sheepshead and dinner at grandmas. Betty is survived by children: Greg (Jane) Eiting, Mark (Julie) Eiting, Sara Eiting, Patty (Paul) Lamers, and Tom (Michelle) Eiting; grandchildren: Tim, Matt (special friend Jordan) and Adam Eiting, Ryan, Nick (special friend Lexy), Erin (special friend Brandon), and Luke Eiting, Jenny (fiancé Marco), Andy, and Emily Lamers, Michaela (fiancé Michael), Jake (special friend Justine), Mitchell, and Madelyn Eiting; brothers, sisters and in-laws: Fr. Willard Van De Loo, Dorothy (Connie) Van De Hey, Jerry Van De Loo, Cliff (Jan) Van De Loo, Dick (Kay) Van De Loo, Pat Marx, Judy Eiting, Jack Berghuis, Mike Janssen, Cliff Feldkamp; numerous nieces, nephews, other relative and many friends. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Dick Eiting; parents, Ed and Margie Van De Loo; siblings and in-laws: Anna Mae (Leonard Pribek), Delores (John "Red") Hofacker, Marlene Van De Loo, Ed Marx; father and mother-in-law, Elmer and Magdalen Eiting; Dick's siblings: Bob Eiting, Rosemary Berghuis, Jan (Ray) Van Zeeland, Alice Janssen and Helen "Butchie" Feldkamp. Visitation for Betty will be held on Monday January 3, 2022, at St. Francis Catholic Church, 433 County Road CE, Hollandtown, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. a prayer service will take place at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue Tuesday morning at church from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. The funeral liturgy will be held at 11:00 a.m. with Betty's brother, Fr. Willard Van De Loo officiating and Fr. Don Everts concelebrating. Burial will take place in the parish cemetery. For online condolences, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com. The family would like to thank St. Paul Hospice especially Nina, Lisa & Julie for their exceptional care and concern. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Paul Home Kaukauna. Posted online on December 29, 2021 Published in The Post Crescent | |
| 70408 |  | Obituary Jo Hietpas, age 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by her closest loved ones on December 1, 2022. She was born on July 25, 1947, daughter of the late Clyde and Lois (Miller) Fleming. Jo married Mike Hietpas on March 29, 1969. Jo was a dedicated employee at Van Hoof and Cornett Law Offices in Little Chute for many years. She always appreciated the simple things in her life. Spending time with her family was what she preferred most. When her grandchildren were born, they became priority. She enjoyed attending their many activities and was always there for her grandchildren. Jo’s love for her family was immense and she will be deeply missed. Jo is survived by her husband of 53 years, Mike Hietpas; sons: Craig (Erin), Matt (Stacy) and Josh (Jen) Hietpas; grandchildren: Tyler, Megan and Maddie Hietpas, Reed, Emma and Riley Hietpas; brother, Tim (Janet) Fleming; brothers and sisters-in-law: Gary Mathis, Luke (Rosie) Hietpas, Clare (Lee) Van Boxtel, Sheila (Clyde) Schepp, Mark Hietpas, Tom (Sheila) Hietpas and Russ Harmon; many special nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Jo was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Jane Mathis; father and mother-in-law, John and Elizabeth Hietpas; brothers and sisters-in-law: Don (Dorothy) Hietpas, Joyce (Emmett) McMorrow, June (Bob) Stuyvenberg, Helen Harmon, Claude (Lois) Hietpas, John (Shirley) Hietpas, Margaret (Carl) Peeters, Matthew Hietpas, Evelyn “Molle” Hietpas and Linda Hietpas. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, 411 Vandenbroek Street, Little Chute, with Fr. Ron Belitz officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Spierings Cancer Foundation would be appreciated. Burial will be in St. John Cemetery. For online condolences, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com. The Hietpas family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff at ThedaCare Appleton for the wonderful care of Jo over her final days. | |
| 70409 |  | Obituary Shirley M. Mason, age 77, mother of three and loving wife to the late George R. Mason passed away peacefully in the morning of December 1st. Shirley was born on August 31, 1945 to the late Wilbur Warnke and Margaret (Cotter) Warnke. On August 25, 1967, Shirley married George R. Mason and together they shared 54 years. Shirley truly loved her family, her flower beds, and occasional trips to the casinos. She also loved her sweets and vacation trips with George. Her love of cooking will not be forgotten. She could make a meal out of just about anything. She was employed by American Can as well as a seamstress. She also cared for young children along with sewing and ironing for others. She definitely wasn’t afraid to work and take of her three children as well as her four grandchildren. Shirley is survived by her three children, Todd (Holly) Mason, Sheri Dains, and Marc Mason; her five grandchildren, Tyler (Hailey) Langenhuizen, Taylor (Levi) Skeens, Ethan (Anna) Mason, Kennedy Mason, and Parker Dains; her great-grandchild, Blakely Skeens; her brother, Ken (Edna) Warnke; her sister-in-law, Lil Warnke; as well as many other nieces, nephews, other extended relatives, and dear friends. Shirley is preceded in death by her husband, George; her parents, Wilbur and Margaret; her brother, Robert Warnke; and her sisters, Marlene Wendt and Pauline Gidlof. Service details will be published imminently - be sure to check back soon! In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established. The Mason / Dains family would like to extend a sincere thank you to her hospice nurses and CNAs as well as her caregivers that helped in her time of need. | |
| 70410 |  | Obituary Dennis “Denny” William VanderVelden, Little Chute, age 85, passed away at his home Thursday September 29, 2022. He was born in Little Chute on December 8, 1936 to the late George T. and Agnes A. (Williamson) VanderVelden. Dennis married Gail A. Whitcomb on December 16, 1977. He worked at and retired from Thilmany Pulp and Paper. He also served his country in the Armed Forces of the United States as a Marksman. Dennis liked to play cribbage, play cards in general, watch the Price is Right every morning, and was an avid Green Bay Packer fan. He loved to spend time at his trailer at Geano Beach where he loved to fish and on Labor Day weekend every year he had his famous boiled dinner, where he had spent time with his friends and family. He also loved to hang at the bars in Little Chute. He was a big-hearted, kind, and well known person by all. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Dennis is survived by his spouse: Gail A. (Whitcomb) VanderVelden, Little Chute; his children: Steve (Sue) VanderVelden, Little Chute; Allan VanderVelden, Appleton; Ed (Annie) VanderVelden, Kaukauna; Mary Kunstman, Appleton; his grandchildren: Thom (partner Diane) VanderVelden, Tanya (Brock) Joosten, Tyler VanderVelden, JoAnn Kunstman, Emily (Fiancé Steven Schemm) Kunstman, Ben (Alexis) Kunstman, Ashley VanderVelden, Kyle (Talia) VanderVelden and Tony (Cassandra) VanderVelden; his great grandchildren: Ethan, Elizabeth, Makenna, Carter, Harper, Marley, Oliver, Hailey, Ellie, Claira and was looking forward to the births of his newest great granddaughter in January and great grandson in February; his daughter-in-law: Patty VanderVelden; his son-in-law: Joe Kunstman; his sister and brother-in-law: Joyce (Al) Dieda; his brothers-in-law: Dean Walker, Curt (Monique) Whitcomb, Glenn (former spouse Marie) Whitcomb; his sister-in-law: Karen (Randy) Wettstein; his friend: Mike Moderson. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, in-laws, and friends. In addition to his parents, Dennis was preceded in death by his infant son: Thomas; his first wife: Monica T. (Bushman) VanderVelden; his brother and sister-in-law: Marvin (Margaret) VanderVelden; his sister: Carol Walker; his brother-in-law: Lawrence Geiger; his sister-in-law: Regina Joosten; his mother-in-law: Doris H. Whitcomb, and many other relatives, in-laws and friends. A private family burial will take place at St. John Cemetery, Little Chute. | |
| 70411 | | Obituary We are sad to announce that on October 31, 2022, at the age of 83, Nancy R. Ourada (Little Chute, Wisconsin) passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Nancy R. Ourada to pay them a last tribute. She was predeceased by : her father Henry G. Weyenberg. She is survived by : her husband Jim; her children, Jill Bartling (Robert), Mark Ourada (Tracy) of Austin, MN and Eric Ourada; her grandchildren, Katie Kimball, Adam Bartling (Lisa), Matthew Bartling (Ali), Taylor Ourada, Holden Ourada and Jens Ourada; her great grandchild Atlas Kimball; her siblings, Lynn Verhagen, Joe Kronzer, Donald Ourada (Sue), Michael Ourada (Mary), Shirley Schuh and Carole Kronzer; her brothers-in-law, Ronald Verhagen and Ted Schuh; and her parents-in-law, Fabian and Anne Ourada. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to St. Jude Children's Hospital or a charity of choice. | |
| 70412 |  | Obituary Clark R. Bongers, 69, went to eternal life on Thursday, November 17th , 2022. He was born in Little Chute on January 22nd, 1953, to the late Robert and Rosemary (Schampers) Bongers. He graduated from St. John’s High School in 1976. From there he went to work for Thilmany’s Pulp & Paper for 44 years until his retirement in 2014. He enjoyed spending summers in Crandon at the family cottage on Lake Metonga. Clark liked to fish and enjoyed time in the boat. In his younger days he loved to waterski and actually mastered how to ski barefoot. Clark enjoyed attending the Crandon Brush Run race on Labor Day weekends. He especially enjoyed his time spent with Jim and Kim Odekirk at The Flying “O” Farm in Argonne, WI where he enjoyed many adventures throughout the Northwood’s in a dune buggy. Also numerous horse and buggy rides along logging trails. Clark was taught at the early age of nine how to weld by his dad Bob. An activity he continued into adult life by welding basketball poles and other crafty things. He also used the talent to make and design a full size dune buggy for his son Kyle. Unfortunately, later in his life his health issues made a lot of things he enjoyed difficult. Clark is survived by his son Kyle along with nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, Clark is preceded in death by numerous aunts and uncles. Visitation for Clark will be held on Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022 from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Verkuilen Van Deurzen Family Funeral Home, 101 Canal Street, Little Chute, WI 54140. A Prayer Service will follow at 6:00 PM. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com. | |
| 70413 |  | Obituary With profound sadness, we share the passing of Mary Ann Fiers (Hermsen) of Little Chute, WI. Mary Ann passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones on December 16, 2022 after a brief battle with cancer. Her light shined for 77 years touching countless people and we are all forever changed by her presence in our lives. Although our grief is significant as a result of her passing, it is overwhelmed by our gratitude for having Mary Ann in our lives. Mary Ann is survived by her children Brad and Brenda Schuler (Hunter and Bob Mauszewski, Jon and Nastassja Sprague, Miles Schuler, Emma Schuler (friend Gus), Stephanie and Patrick Terry (Josie and Carson), Mandy and Patrick Haley (Mila and Paxton), John Fiers and Karen Beck (Alicia), Jay Fiers (Jed, Megan, Jessica, and John), Jaime and Paul Vander Heiden (Grant and Eleanor), and her sisters Carol (Larry) Van Lankvelt, Linda (Joe) Hank, Pam (Terry) Westphal and many nieces and nephews. The funeral mass for Mary Ann will be held on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. at St John Nepomucene Catholic Church, 411 Vandenbroek St., Little Chute with Fr. Ron Belitz officiating. A time of visitation will be held on Tuesday, from 3:00 p.m. until the time of the mass at the church. For online condolences and a full obituary please visit www.verkuilenfh.com | |
| 70414 |  | Obituary Obituary Barbara Jane Danen, age 78, of Allouez, passed away December 22, 2022 at her home. The daughter of the late Sylvester M. (Biff) and Ruth (Scannell) Helf was born November 23, 1944. She attended St. Mary's of the Angels grade school and graduated from Saint Joseph's Academy with the class of 1963. She married her high school sweetheart Dan Danen on June 4, 1966, at St. Mary of the Angels Catholic Church in Green Bay. Barbara held many jobs over her lifetime, beginning with the Vic theater in downtown Green Bay. There she sold tickets and worked the concession stand helping her large family to make ends meet. This made Barbara excellent at handling money and budgeting. She put those skills to work as a bookkeeper at Green Bay Day Nursery (Encompass) and Danen Hardware before finding her true calling as a Teacher's Aide and Job Specialist at Syble Hopp School, where she placed many students in their first jobs in the community. She was a member of the De Pere Women’s Club, a volunteer at the St. Vincent Hospital Gift Shop as a member of the Hospital Auxiliary, and an active member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Ledgeview, where she was a Eucharistic Minister. She loved her golf league at Hilly Haven and spending her summers with her family, especially trips to Door County and Bay Beach. Every summer she hosted “Camp Amma” for her 8 grandchildren, doing activities “morning, noon and night”. Barbara is survived by her husband, Dan; children: Phil Danen (Jessie), Shelly (David) Holten, John (Sarah) Danen and Molly (Chad) Mehlberg; grandchildren: Madison, Megan and Ben Danen (and their mother Debra Danen); Katherine, Natalie and Thomas Holten; Sam and Cece Mehlberg; brother and sisters: Mary (Tom) Steffke, Peter (Holly) Helf, Ellen (Mark) Annoye, Margaret Edinger and Christine Broeren, as well as her brother and sister-in-law Wayne (Mary Ann) Danen. She was preceded in death by her parents: Ruth and Sylvester (Biff) Helf; brothers: John, Patrick (Ollie) and Mike; brother-in-law Dave Broeren; Dan’s parents Loretta and Ray Danen; brother and sister-in-law Ralph (Kay) Danen and sister-in-law Donna Cornelissen. Family and friends may visit at St. Mary Catholic Church, 4805 Sportsman Drive, Ledgeview, on Tuesday, December 27, from 2:00 pm until 5:30 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 6:00pm Tuesday with Fr. Ben Johnson officiating. Cotter Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family. Our family would like to thank the caregivers at Unity Hospice, Curative Connections, and all of our family and friends who helped out with mom the last few years; taking her for lunch, dinner or bringing over peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and just visiting. Barbara loved you all “bigger than the sky”! | |
| 70415 |  | Obituary Frida M. Borri Bodde, age 92, passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2022. She was born to the late Vittorio and Emma (Fantappié) Borri on October 21, 1930 in Florence, Italy. At the age of 16, Frida met the love of her life, Charles Bodde, in January while he was stationed in Italy with the Occupational Troops. By March, Frida and Charles were engaged to be married and on October 26, 1947 they were united in marriage at Santa’ Mario Novello. By November, Frida and Charles began their journey to the United States to start their family. During her journey to the US, Frida shared a cabin with four other women while Charles was required to spend his nights in steerage with the other service men. She spent her days enjoying time on the deck of the ship with Charles. After many days, their ship arrived in New York. They shortly relocated to Georgia for a short time before settling in Kaukauna. Frida and Charles spent many loving years together until Charles’s passing in 2007. During their 60 years of marriage, Charles would often tell Frida, “If I could, I would marry you all over again.” Frida is survived by her children: Carla (Dennis) Landrath of Wausau, Sharon (Kenneth) Hammen of Little Chute, Connie (Glen) Geurts of Kaukauna; her grandchildren: Jennifer (D’Andre Gibson) Schroeder of Dallas, TX, Daniel (Jocelyn) Schroeder of Marina, WI, Matthew Geurts of Kaukauna, Andrew (Katie) Geurts of Kaukauna, Emily (Matt) Sokolowski of Summit, WI, and Molly (Colton Silva) Bodde of Hillsboro, WI; and great grandchildren: Landyn and Bryn Schroeder, Elijah and Emma Gibson, Charlee, Brynlee, Bodde, Josie, Hannah, Colin, and Zoey Geurts. In addition to her parents, Frida was preceded in death by her loving husband, Charles; her son, Paul; her son-in-law, Larry Schroeder; her sister, Mirella (Sabatino) Facchini; brothers and sisters in law: Robert (Rita) Bodde, Virgil (Betty) Bodde, Jack (Ruth) Bodde, Mary (Ken) Wallace and Rita (Bill) Van Lynn as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service for Frida will take place on Thursday, December 29, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 309 Desnoyer Street, Kaukauna. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. at church and will continue until the time of the service. Interment will take place in Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to St. Jude, Shriners, or Feeding America in Frida’s memory. | |
| 70416 |  | Obituary John C. Anholzer, 90, has gone to his heavenly resting place on December 20, 2022, surrounded by his loving family at St. Paul Elder Services in Kaukauna. John was born on May 17, 1932 in Appleton Wisconsin and was a beautiful addition to the family of Elmer Anholzer and Mary (Grosser) Anholzer. After graduating from high school, John enlisted into the United States Navy where he proudly served as an aviation machinist and on the air transport squadron. While enlisted he was awarded with the distinguished Good Conduct Medal. On May 12 1956 John married his sweetheart, Joan Resch. After his discharge from the Navy, he went on to work as a four color pressman at Banta for 37 years. While he was devoted to his job, he had an amazing dedication to his family. Joan and John became the proud parents to 2 beautiful girls Deb and Linda and 2 handsome sons Mike and Steve. John lived and breathed for his family and of all the places in the world with them was where he preferred to be. While John dedicated a great deal of his time to his family, he still was able to make time to enjoy other things he cherished. With a trailer at the Pearl Lake Campground, the family spent a lot of time enjoying nature and time together. He also had a fondness for his motorcycle and would light up the day for the other kids at the campground when he would give them rides around. John was also a noble member of the American Legion Honor Guard and with American Legion post 38. In his spare time, he also volunteered at BRAVO doing roadside assistance and as a driver delivering blood to the Community Blood Center for 15 years. Those who know John are aware of his wonderful ability to make people laugh and his love for serving others. There were always smiles and laughter when John was nearby! John also was especially fond of his beloved Betty Schultz whom he shared his life with for 20 years. John and Betty were so grateful to enjoy so many years laughing and loving each other. He is survived by daughters Deb (Rick) Fischer and Linda (Kenny) Goffard; grandchildren Tara (Keith) Wenzel, Erin Keil, Heather (Lee) Bogard, Nicole (Nitesh) Thakur; great-grandchildren Caleb and Mackenzie Keil; sister-in-law Helen Anholzer; daughter-in-law Laura Anholzer. He is also survived by in-laws Ann DeGroot, Sandra (Kenny) DeGoey, Jeanne (Wayne) Smith, Donny (Adrienne) Resch, Tommy Resch, and Gary (Sandy) Resch. John was preceded in death by sons Mike Anholzer and Steve Anholzer, his beloved wife Joan, brothers Bill (Della) Anholzer and Bob Anholzer. He was also preceded by his loving sisters Phyllis (Mike) Goehler and Helen (Bob) Young; sweetheart Betty Schultz as well as many in-laws. The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the caring angels at St. Paul Elder Services. Each one of you touched our lives in a special way, and we will never forget you love, care, and compassion. A Farewell Devotion for John will be held at 5:00 PM Tuesday December 27, 2022 at the Jansen Fargo Funeral Home located at 204 E. Kimberly Avenue, in with Msgr. Jim Vanden Hogen officiating. A visitation will take place from 3:00 PM until the time of service also at Jansen Fargo Funeral Home. John will be recognized with military honors at 5:30 PM. | |
| 70417 |  | Obituary Donald “Don” Vander Missen passed away peacefully on December 15, 2022, at his home of natural causes. Don was born on April 20, 1938, to Clarence and Mary (Verheyen) Vander Missen in De Pere, Wisconsin. Don graduated from Premontre High School, Green Bay, Wisconsin, in 1956. He married Carole (Nelson) in 1963, and God blessed them with two beautiful children, Judy and Paul. The marriage ended after 30 years, but they remained close friends and supportive of each other until his death. Don always was with his family on all holidays and birthdays. Don began his career with Wisconsin Public Service Corporation in 1965 in their Sales Department and was promoted to Commercial Representative in 1968 in their Lakeshore Division in Two Rivers, Wisconsin. He relocated to their Green Bay Division when an opening occurred in 1979. One of Don’s proud accomplishments was the exterior lighting of St. Willebrord Catholic Church, Downtown Green Bay. He retired in his early 70’s. God granted Don’s wishes to die while still living in his own home and not to get cancer. Don was still an active member of Resurrection Catholic Parish, Allouez. He never missed a weekend nor a Holy Day Mass. Don’s faith and religion were of utmost importance to him. Fishing and camping were some of Don’s favorite leisure activities. He loved fishing with his brother, Dick. Don took his daughter Judy camping several weeks in summers for many years, including 2022. They fished every day that weather permitted but Judy usually out-fished him! In spite of that, they both enjoyed their fish fries together. He was an avid Green Bay Packers fan and proud of attending the 1967 Ice Bowl. Walking four miles daily was another activity Don enjoyed, especially the many people he met during his walks at the Kroc Center and YMCA. Survivors include his daughter, Judy Vander Missen; son, Paul Vander Missen; sisters, Mary (Vander Missen) (Howard) Daanen, Karen (Vander Missen) (Thomas- deceased) Bellisle; nieces and nephews, Shelly (Vander Missen) (Bryan) Becker, Mike Vander Missen (Michelle), James Vander Missen (Molly), Lisa (Vander Missen) (Eric) Trousil, Todd Daanen (Mary), Linda (Daanen) (Dale) Joachim, Brenda Bellisle (Pat Nichols), Brad Bellisle, Randy Bellisle (Kim), Darren Bellisle and Jason Bellisle (Gwen); and many other relatives and friends. Don was preceded in death by his brother Richard “Dick” Vander Missen and his wife Rosemary; Don’s brother-in-law Thomas Bellisle and niece, Lori (Daanen) (Jeffrey) Barber; and other various relatives. A private family service will be held at Cotter Funeral Home. Entombment at Allouez Catholic Mausoleum to follow. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. | |
| 70418 | Obituary Little Chute - Mary Lou Peerenboom, age 92, passed away on Christmas Day, surrounded by her beloved family. She was born September 19, 1930, in Appleton, to the late Margaret (Kraft) and Emmett Brown. Mary Lou graduated from St. John High School in 1948. She married her high school sweetheart, Robert J. Peerenboom, on November 29, 1952. They enjoyed 46 years of wedded bliss, until he preceded her in death (d. 11/17/98). While raising five children she attended UW-Oshkosh where she earned her bachelor's and master's degrees. During a 25-year teaching career in the Little Chute School District (1967-1993) she taught several thousand students in various grades. Mom and Dad started many family traditions which have lasted nearly 50 years. Our favorites being family dinners every Sunday, and celebrating Christmas Eve, so we were able visit our in-laws on Christmas Day. They bought a cottage on a small lake in 1973 that still serves as our family's favorite gathering spot. She was a fan of many sports and especially enjoyed going to Packer games. She also cheered for Notre Dame, her father's favorite team, as it would be for any good Irish man. Mom would get on numerous pools and track the results for her and her friends. Mom and dad loved to travel. They really enjoyed the shores of the Great Lakes, the annual gatherings with Rob's family at one of their cottages, and autumn rides to view the fall colors. After their retirement, they enjoyed taking bus tours to countless state and national parks. A favorite trip was going to Superbowl XXXII in San Diego. Mom regularly attended grandkids' events and participated in many other activities she loved. Mary Lou joined various leagues for volleyball, bowling and golf with her friends. She loved meeting up with friends for lunches and game days. Some of these groups included the wives from the Little Shooters (deer hunters) club, St. Joe's Food Pantry volunteers, LC teachers, St. John classmates, Power Company co-workers. She is survived by her children: Robbie (Gary) Meyer, Nancy (Gino) Frassetto, Dan (Lynn) Peerenboom, Donna (Don) Phelan, and Bill (Jackie) Peerenboom; grandchildren: Megan Laws, Angie (Tom) Brockman, Kenny (Carrie) Meyer, Jana (Jeff) Thompson, Cody Peerenboom, Kelly Peerenboom (Ben Grams), Laura & Kevin Phelan, Jill (Marco) Tellez, Katy & Emily Peerenboom; great grandchildren: Lily, Ella & Ryan Brockman, Sam & Hannah Meyer, Andrew, Logan & Jo Jo Thompson, and Viviana Tellez; sisters-in-law: Rosemary Medd and Betty Peerenboom. She is further survived by many extended family members and long-time friends that she made over her many years. In addition to her parents and husband, Robert, Mary Lou was preceded in death by her grandchildren: Lucas Peerenboom, Alena Frassetto, and Andrew Meyer; sister, Joanie Schultz; Godson, Scott Schultz; In-laws: John and Mary (Hermsen) Peerenboom (parents), Tom (Red) Schultz, Pete Medd, Joan & Clyde Koehn, Joe & Betty Peerenboom, and Jim “Quack” Peerenboom. She was also preceded in death by other extended family and friends. Mom, you were such an inspiration to us. You were our role-model, showing us how to be loving, strong, compassionate, empathetic and generous. You welcomed each in-law into our family and that gift was appreciated by all. We really cannot say enough good things about you. We love you and will miss you so much! Grandma, everyone says their Gramma is ‘the best’, but they clearly have never met ours. She always made an effort to make each one of us feel special and loved us all for our unique personalities. We are lucky to have decades of memories with her and the family her and Grampa Boomie started. We love you. P.S. We all know who the favorite was (insert our own name)! Great Gram, not many kids are lucky enough to have a great grandparent, and none were as blessed as the Boomie great grands. We had the best great gram around! We love you, Great Gram! We'd like to give a big shout-out to her many friends, because you added so much joy to mom's life and she loved each of you. Memorial services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, December 30, 2022, at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, 411 Vandenbroek Street, Little Chute, with Fr. Ron Belitz officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. A celebration will continue after the service at Village Limits, 1721 E. Main Street, Little Chute, from noon until 3:00 p.m. If you are unable to make the service, please feel free to join us at the celebration. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established and distributed to Mary Lou’s favorite charities. Interment will be in St. John Cemetery. For online condolences, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com. The Peerenboom family would like to express a special thank you to Brieanna, PA-C at Ascension, for mom's care over the years and nurse Ellen, RN at Moments Hospice, for the instant connection and compassion shown during mom's final days. | ||
| 70419 |  | Obituary Sally Ann (Diestler) Liethen, 68, of Norrie, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 20, 2022 at her home under the care of her family and Heartland Hospice. Sally was born on March 31, 1954, in Appleton, WI to Donald and Elaine (Mischler) Diestler. On October 16, 1976, Sally was united in marriage to John Fred Liethen. Sally worked for Wicker Plus, Wal-Mart, Ho-Chunk Casino, and Hanke’s grocer over the years. Sally enjoyed sewing, cooking, crafting, cake decorating, floral arrangements, and much more. She loved being a grandmother and spending time with family. Sally had a huge heart and would help anyone. Sally had a smile and caring word for every person she met. A person never left hungry from Sally’s house. Sally enjoyed going on road trips with John, supporting his trapping and other hobbies, along with collecting unique items. Sally had a great knowledge, attention to detail, and was always willing to try something new. Sally is survived by her husband, John; four children, Jordan (Rebecca), Adam (Tana), David (Paige), and Clarissa Liethen; 12 grandchildren; one sister, Brenda (Dennis) Wachtendonk; one brother, Rick Diestler; mother-in-law, Lois Liethen; sisters in law, Diane (Rick) Wierzba, Patricia Gilray, Lori (Mark) Szutkowski, Julie Steebs, and Mary (Neal) Liebe, and many nieces and nephews. Sally was preceded in death by her parents Don and Elaine Diestler and father in law, Bill Liethen. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, June 25, 2022, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Birnamwood. Rev. Matthew Christians will officiate. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery in the Town of Norrie. Visitation will be on Friday from 4 PM until 7 PM at Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home, Birnamwood. Visitation will continue on Saturday, from 10 AM until the time of service at the church. The family would like to thank Heartland Hospice Care for all of their assistance and kindness. Memories and messages may be shared at schmidtschulta.com. | |
| 70420 |  | Obituary George L Huss, age 89, passed away at the St. Paul Home in Kaukauna on September 9, 2020 from a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He was born on August 31, 1931 in Kaukauna to the late George and Catherine (DeCoster) Huss. He married Rose Mary Ryba on June 24th, 1950 at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church and celebrated 66 years before Rosie’s death in 2016. Together they raised 5 Children. George was employed with Carstens Elevator, Schuh Hay and Grain, Combined Locks Mill and US Oil. George enjoyed years of traveling on the open road for work or just for fun. He and his wife, Rosie, traveled extensively throughout the US camping, boating and taking bus trips. Even as his disease progressed, he never gave up and never lost his sense of humor. George is survived by his five children: Marty (Carol), Mary (Rick) Stillman, Steve (Sandy), Chuck (Joan), and Tim (Annie); and his grandchildren: Janella (Jamie) Mader, Andy (Stacy) Huss, Patrick (fiancée Jennifer) Stillman, Lindsay (Rob) Vander Heiden, Rachelle (Ryan) Hansen, Jared (Alisha) Huss, Jackie (Marty) De Coster, Charlene (Mike) Zuleger, Jenny Huss, Ryan (Amanda) Huss, Cory (Deena) Huss, Amber and Brittany Huss. He is further survived by 30 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren, a brother Kenneth Huss and brother-in-law, John Schmidt. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Rosie; grandson Kyle Huss; great grandson Ryder Huss; and great great granddaughter, MicKenzie Brochtrup; siblings: Lawrence (Agnes), Sylvester (Ethel), infant Katherine, Jerry (Dee), Robert (Millie), Cleon (Marion), Floyd (Arlene) Huss, and Nancy Schmidt; and sister-in-law, Rosie Huss; brothers and sisters-in-law: Martha (“Red” Francis) Vaughn, Raymond, Henry, Elmer (Lucille), Orville (“Peanuts” Thelma), infant Evelyn, and Robert Ryba. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the St. Paul staff for the exceptional love and care given to George over the past 3 years, especially during this time of Covid. George's funeral will be attended by family members only. Friends that wish to participate can live stream the funeral on the O'Connell Funeral Home Facebook page on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. Committal St. Mary Cemetery. | |
| 70421 |  | Obituary Marshall J. Knutson, age 73, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Thursday, December 22, 2022. He was born on November 29, 1949 in Mitchell, South Dakota to John and Mary (Zapp) Knutson. Shortly after relocating to Kaukauna, Marshall attended the Police Academy at Fox Valley Technical College and served as a Kimberly police officer before returning to South Dakota where he was employed by Pete Lein & Sons Trucking. In 1978, after returning to Wisconsin, Marshall decided to become self-employed and began his career as a professional assessor and continued in this line of work until his retirement in 2017. On December 14, 1979, Marshall married the love of his life, Doreen Kons, and they shared many happy and loving years together which included many adventures like travelling to different states with their kids-Wyoming, Montana, and Washington being some of Marshall’s favorites. He will forever be remembered by his favorite method of direction: his atlas. In his spare time, Marshall loved ranching and helping his friends on their ranch in South Dakota, watching westerns, volunteering at EAA, spending time with his horse, Mardi, spending time at the log cabin he built in 2015, and going hunting and fishing were a great past time for him. Marshall is survived by his loving wife, Doreen; his children: Mike (Missi) Knutson, Jodi Mader, Stephanie Knutson, and John (Jessica) Knutson; his grandchildren: Allyssa, Mackenzie, Riley, and Aubrey; 4 great grandchildren; his siblings: Janelle (Seib) Postma, Carmen (Doug) Seiler, Dave (Eileen) Knutson, and Greg (Mary) Knutson; his aunts and uncle: Pete, Jim, and Ann; brother-in-law, Kevin (Lori) Kons; and his sister-in-law, Bonnie Van Lanen. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends who he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents: John and Mary Knutson; his parents-in-law: Raymond and Alyce Kons; as well as his brother-in-law, Dan Van Lanen. Per Marshall’s wishes, no formal services will be held. Verkuilen-Van Deurzen Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Marshall’s family would like to thank the staff at Compassus Hospice, especially DJ and Creation, for the care and compassion they provided as well as a special thank you to all of the family and friends who offered both their help and presence during this time. | |
| 70422 |  | Obituary Gladys E. Cavil, age 100, of De Pere, passed away Monday, December 26, 2022. The daughter of the late Everett and Mae (Smith) Harteau was born September 17, 1922 in Oconto Falls. Following graduation from High School, Gladys served her country in the U.S. Army. She married Roland “Rollie” Cavil on April 27, 1946 at St. Mary Catholic Church in De Pere. Gladys was a nursing aide at St. Vincent Hospital for 22 years. She was a 4-H leader, member of the Rough Riders Horse Club, enjoyed camping and reading, as well as attending horse shows with her children and grandchildren to watch them participate. Survivors include children: Ellen (Al) Schuettpelz, Sue (Paul) Bougie, and Kathy (Gary) Ambrosius; grandchildren: Karie (Jim) Kellam, Chad (Lisa) Schuettpelz, Kimberly (Cory) Spice, and Kevin (special friend Katie) Ambrosius; great-grandchildren: Taylor and Alayna Kellam, Braleigh and Brightyn Schuettpelz, Kendall and Luke Spice; sister Arleen Duchateau; sister-in-law Betty Schlies; nieces, nephews and other family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rollie; parents Everett and Mae; infant son, Kevin Lee in 1966; siblings: Ruth (Jerry) Simons, Edith (Melvin) Schoen, June (George) Sinkumaus, Donald (Ilse) Harteau; brother-in-law Fred Duchateau. Family and friends may visit at St. Mary Catholic Church, 4805 Sportsman Drive, Ledgeview, on Thursday, December 29, from 9:30am until 10:45am. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am with Fr. Ben Johnson officiating. Entombment will be in the Shrine of the Good Shepherd Mausoleum. Cotter Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family. Our family would like to thank the caregivers at Patient Pines Assisted Living. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Happily Ever After (HEA) Animal Sanctuary. | |
| 70423 |  | Obituary William Fredric “Bill” Radtke passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 19, 2022 after succumbing to the demons that have haunted him for years. Bill was born October 26, 1946 in Reed City Michigan. He was a lover of dogs and could count very few days of his life where he did not have at least one 4-legged companion at his side (Arrow, Tuffy, Speedo, Murphy, Penny, Coco, Harley, Bruno, Yogi, and Baby). Bill graduated from Baldwin High School in 1965 and attended Ferris State College. He served in the Air Force as a Staff Sargent from 1966 to 1970. After an honorable discharge, he lived in Little Rock working at Arkansas Modification Center. He later moved to Appleton spending over 20 years working at Gulfstream Aerospace where he was a solver of challenging problems and made lifelong friendships. One of his favorite pastimes during his retirement years was volunteering at the Habitat for Humanity Restore. He was preceded in death by his mother, Romayne L. Radtke (Gleason), father, Robert E. Radtke, grandson Alex Konrad, cousins Linda Chapman, Jane Kellum, David Marion, Blain Kellum, and Glee Kellum. He is survived by his beloved wife of 23 years, Connie Radtke, sister, Helen Radtke, brother, Gary Radtke (Kerry), stepchildren Sarah Konrad (Jerry), Jennifer Steffen (Erik), grandchildren Kelsey Thill (Jourdin), Megan Jansen (Travis), Hope Hanson (Ashton), Abigail Steffen, Anthony Steffen, great grandchild Zachary Thill. Friends and family may stop by and share their memories at Bill and Connie’s home on Thursday, December 22, 2022 from 2 pm to 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Habitat for Humanity, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), or a favored charity in Bill’s name. A separate gathering will be planned in the future in Baldwin, MI. Never underestimate the burdens people carry that they choose not to share. For more information please visit www.wichmannfuneralhomes.com. | |
| 70424 |  | Obituary Donald Frank Kroll, age 88, passed away December 19, 2022, peacefully surrounded by his family and their love. Don was born to Lawrence and Irene (Kranhold) Kroll in Appleton. He grew up in Kaukauna where he attended Holy Cross Catholic School with his brother and graduated in 1952 from Kaukauna High School. Following graduation, he began work at Thilmany Pulp & Paper Company until his enlistment in the Army in 1954. Both Don and his brother Jerry left for their posts within days of each other with Jerry being stationed in Japan and Don in Germany. Upon returning to Wisconsin, Don returned to his job at Thilmany, advancing to Office Manager a position he held until his retirement. Don met the lady who was destined to become the love of his life, Joan Totten, when he hired her to work in the purchasing department. Joan knew right away that Don was “the one.” After meeting in January, and an engagement in July, they were married on November 15, 1958. They went on to have four children who were all raised in Kaukauna. Wisconsin sports of all kinds were a passion for Don; he loved to watch the Packers, Brewers, Badgers and even occasionally the Bucks were on the viewing list. He was also a proud follower of Kaukauna sports. Don was also an avid golfer and achieved a “hole in one” at Fox Valley Golf Club in Kaukauna. He loved the game and shared his passion with his children and grandchildren. They all hear his voice in their heads when swinging the club and recall the joy he had in teaching them “the swing.” His tee shots always went straight down the middle, because of his deliberate and slow swing. Don was especially proud of his radio operating days in the service, and to this day could tap out Morse code. He loved to tell his grandchildren the stories from that time. Speaking of his grandchildren, some of them only recently found out about his activity as St. Nick. Don is survived by his beloved wife Joan, his four children Doug (Mary Sullivan) Kroll, Mary Jean (Matt Huml) Kroll, Laureen (Thomas) Loftus, and Kim Haen; grandchildren: Rebecca (Adam) Rosera, Kelsey (Matt Moore) Kroll, Ross (Kathryn) Kroll, Carly (Matt Goodman) Kroll, Kyle (Taylor) Loftus, Larissa Loftus, Jordan Haen, and Brandon (Alexandra Nett) Haen. Sister-in-law Mary Totten as well as nieces and nephews further survive him. Don is preceded in passing by his parents Lawrence and Irene, his brother Jerry (Bette) Kroll, daughter-in-law Barbara Kroll, Joan’s parents Ray and Claire Totten, brothers-in-law Ray Totten Jr. and Gene Totten as well as other loved ones. Don’s family would like to thank the staff at St. Elizabeth Hospital-3rd floor as well as the staff at St. Paul Elder Services for their compassionate and loving care. A funeral liturgy for Don will be held Saturday January 7, 2023, at 12:00pm at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 309 Desnoyer Street, Kaukauna. Friends and family may gather at the church from 10:00am until the start of mass. Don will be privately laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Paul Elder Services or Old Glory Honor Flight. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Donald Frank Kroll, please visit our flower store. In memory of Donald Frank Kroll, please consider making a donation to one of the following charities: Old Glory Honor Flight ST PAUL ELDER SERVICES INC | |
| 70425 |  | Obituary Judith A. Sasnowski, aged 86, met with Jesus peacefully surrounded by her family on December 22, 2022, at St. Paul Elder Services. Judy was born on October 6, 1936, to the late Joseph and Germaine Alberts in Oconto. She married the love of her life, Ed Sasnowski, on September 5, 1974. He preceded her in death on December 18, 2019. Judy is survived by her five children: Dave (Karen Coffey) Schoen, Lee Ann (Bob) Jackels, Evelyn Morser, Roy Schoen, and Brenda (Bill) Vande Wettering. There are her twelve grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. She is further survived by John (Pat Wiktorek) Alberts, Gerrie (Ken) Tenor, Janet (Larry) Balza, and Jane (Denny) Tenor. She is further survived by her sister-in-law, Bonita Alberts, and sister-in-law Marlene Gensler. She is also survived by her dearest and closest friend, Donna Hoffman. She was preceded in death by her husband: Eddy Sasnowski, her parents: Joseph and Germaine Alberts, her in-laws: Edward E. Sasnowski and Beatrice Sasnowski, her siblings: Norbert Alberts, Mary (Dick) Lemmen, Joan (Bill) Frankow, Vonnie (Carl) Mande, her nephew: Shaun Frankow, and her niece: Victoria Alberts. Her sister-in-law: Dolores (George) Stoop, a brother-in-law: Raymond Gensler. The family would like to extend their gratitude to St. Paul Elder Services – Rehabilitation Therapy Services for their kindness and care. Judy would like to give the staff at St. Paul Elder Services one final “Amen!” for a job well done! There will be a private memorial service held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Paul Elder Services. | |
| 70426 |  | Obituary James William Dorn, 81, of Appleton, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on December 11, 2022. Jim was born in Appleton on October 7, 1941 to Raymond and Dorothy (Lagerman) Dorn. On April 26, 1969 he married the love of his life Lorna Kamke. On September 23, 1963 Jim enlisted with the United States Army and served in various places, including Vietnam, until he was honorably discharged on September 22, 1965. Jim had a remarkably successful sales career with WS Patterson and later retired from the company. He was an incredibly involved family man and always enjoyed spending time together, especially up north at his cottage at Popp’s Resort. Car shows were one of his favorites, too. Jim loved animals and was always the available sitter for his grand dogs, but had an extra special bond with Chance. Jim is survived by his wife, his sons; Tyler (Kim), Trevor, and Troy, his granddaughters; Emily Walton and Katelyn Dorn, his siblings; Bob (Virginia) Dorn, Donna (Bob) Laus, and Shirley (Pat) Dewar, sisters in law; Enola Staeven, Sharon Perock, and Ardyce (David) Buss. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his son Travis (Corey Rogers), his parents in law Bernard and Edna Kamke, siblings; Barbara Dorn, Carla Erdman, and Donald (Jeanette) Dorn, brothers in law Wayne Staeven and Richard Perock, nephew Keith Perock and neice Jackie Sisk. The family would like to extend a most sincere thank you to everyone at Heartwood Homes Memory Care and Thedacare Hospice for the exceptional and tender care they gave to Jim. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Jim’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association, Wisconsin Chapter. Services for Jim will be private. A final thought he leaves with family and friends: So, when tomorrow starts without me, don’t think we’re far apart. For every time you think of me, I’m right here in your heart. | |
| 70427 |  | Obituary John “Jack” Norbert Van Lanen died peacefully at the Unity Hospice Residence in De Pere, WI on December 15, 2022, two weeks after his 76th birthday. Born on November 30th, 1946 to Mayme Vandeyacht Van Lanen and Norbert Van Lanen, Jack grew up in Little Chute, Wisconsin as the oldest of three siblings. He graduated from Little Chute St. John High School in 1964, and St. Norbert College with a degree in accounting in 1969. While at St. Norbert’s Jack participated in ROTC and following graduation he served in the US Army as a 2nd Lieutenant both stateside and in Germany using his accounting skills during the Vietnam war from 1969-1971. He was a member of American Legion Post # 0258 for 51 continuous years. On October 12, 1974, Jack married Frances Neumeier at St. Francis Solanus Catholic Church, Gresham, and they made their home in Appleton until they retired to their beautiful home on the bay in Door County in 2004. He was employed as an accountant with General Electric for most of his working years. Jack was happy if he had a bowling ball in his hand, and he belonged to many teams both in Appleton and later in Door County. He was proud of his stint as the President of the Appleton bowling Association and of his 299 game. He travelled to national tournaments on many occasions. He was a loyal Green Bay Packer fan and enjoyed bragging rights for holding his Dad’s original tickets dating back to “the old City Stadium”, and for attending every home game for decades, including not only many iconic games including the Ice Bowl, but also staying just as loyal during the lean years. In 2011 he and Fran watched the Packers beat the Pittsburgh Steelers in Dallas to win Super Bowl 45, a highlight for them both. Jack offered expert sports analysis and was most often right. He and Fran traveled the world together but were always home for every family function, teaching the rest of us how to “be family”. As Jack developed more health problems, he was no longer able to participate as he previously did, but the rest of us will never forget. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother-in-lawBill Gasser. He is survived by his wife, Fran, and two sisters, Roseann (Bill) Dichraff of De Pere, and Laura (Gerry) Plank of Eagle River, nieces and nephews Katherine Dichraff, Becca (Lance) Cady, Matthew (Nikki) Plank and Nick (Melissa) Plank, and great nieces Esther Dichraff, Emily Plank and Madelyn Plank. He is also survived by sister-in-law Darla Gasser, two brothers-in-law Dan (Kitty) Neumeier and Jim (Candy) Neumeier, nieces and nephewsFloyd (Linda) Gasser, Laurie (Tom) Olson, Joe (Sara Jo) Gasser, Sarah (Jake) Nelson, Mike (Alisa) Neumeier, Jennifer (Bart) Raboin, Kirsten (Josh) Levin, and Becky Jensen, along with great nieces and nephews Sydney Olson, Evan Olson, Sawyer Nelson, Finn Nelson, Clara Raboin, Wesley Levin and Trevor Levin. The memorial service for Jack will be held on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. at the Verkuilen Van Deurzen Family Funeral Home, 101 Canal St., Little Chute with Fr Ron Belitz officiating. A time of visitation will be held on Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the service. For online condolences please visit www.verkuilenfh.com. The family thanks the very kind and patient staff at The Residence by Rennes Assisted Living where Jack spent his last several months, and whom Jack referred to as “my people”, especially Lauren and Eric. | |
| 70428 |  | Obituary William Lawrence “Bill” Vandenberg was born on August 26, 1954, in David City, Nebraska to Martin and Alice (Kearney) Vandenberg and passed away on his farm on December 27, 2022, at the age of 68. Bill grew up and lived his entire life around Brainard, Nebraska. He was the second youngest of five children. Bill attended and graduated from Aquinas High School in 1972. On November 19, 1977, he was united in marriage to Vicky Moulton in Seward, Nebraska. Bill and Vicky lived and raised their family near Brainard, Nebraska. He was an active parishioner at St. Francis Catholic Church in David City, Nebraska. Bill spent his entire career farming with his family, his son and his grandchildren. He loved spending time on his Gator, driving around checking crops and irrigating as well as the occasional cup of coffee at Husker Bar and Coop. Most of all, Bill loved spending time with his grandkids and sometimes his wife and kids (haha). Bill is preceded in death by his grandson, Kroy Vandenberg; parents, Martin and Alice Vandenberg, and his mother-in-law, Margie Krzeneski. Bill is survived by his wife, Vicky Vandenberg; children, Angie Vandenberg of Dwight NE, Amber (Jason) Vandenberg of Papillion, NE, Brad (Valerie) Vandenberg of Brainard, NE; grandchildren, Hensley and Barrett Vandenberg of Brainard, NE; brothers, Jim (Phyllis) Vandenberg of David City, NE, Jack (Jan) Vandenberg of David City, NE; sisters, Sharon (Jim) Bruner of Brainard, NE, Laura Vandenberg of Lincoln, NE; father-in-law, John Krzeneski of Garland, NE; sisters-in-law, Kathy (Jerry) Condon of Garland, NE, Christine (Alan) Brose of Seward, NE; brother-in-law, Mike (Tessa) Moulton of Concordia, MO, and numerous nieces and nephews. To this obituary we add our thoughts, prayers, and memories of a life shared with Bill. | |
| 70429 |  | Obituary How much do you sum up a life that has given so much so unselfishly? Karla (Kuchelmeister) Wolfinger age 82 passed away at home on Christmas Day, where she was blessed to spend it with her family on earth and in heaven. Karla was born November 14, 1940 in Kaukauna Community Hospital to William (Rocky) and Jeanette (Spaulding) Kuchelmeister. She grew up with 5 siblings James Kuchelmeister (Joey), Lorelei Otte (Jim), Victoria Kuchelmeister, Todd Kuchelmeister (Juliette), Scott Kuchelmeister (Sue). She went to Holy Cross school and graduated from Kaukauna High School in 1959 where she was Class President, Captain Cheerleading Squad and her friends from school would call her “Kuch”. She was united in marriage to Lawrence (Larry) Wolfinger on July 3, 1967. She would say her greatest accomplishments were her children Miles Wolfinger, Bradley Wolfinger, Kim Van Berkel, LeAnn Stever (Ron), Denise Diedrich (Dave) and Heidi Frederickson (Kurt). She adored her grandchildren Joshua Wolfinger, Stephanie Garvey (Matt), Sarah Van Berkel, Cynthia Voigt, Zacharia Frederickson, Jeremia Frederickson, Amanda Belongea and Travis Belongea and step-grandchildren Heather, Brianna and Nick Diedrich. She cherished her great grand-children Alyssa and Caleb Garvey, Kingston and Aaliyah Belongea, Lincoln and Parker Belongea. Karla’s faith in her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is what had gotten her through many trials and tribulations. Her prayer was that everyone would come to Christ and know Him like she did. The Sinner’s Prayer: ask for forgiveness, admit you are a sinner and accept in your heart- if you prayed this welcome to the family of Christ. Karla touched many lives through her work and through her volunteerism. She worked as a teenager at A & W then off to Thilmany like her father. She then raised her babies and went back to work at White Clover (Arla) as a Line leader for 20 years. On August 22nd, 1993 her husband of 25 years passed away from a heart attack. Because he left a void in their lives, the family started the Larry Wolfinger Charity Golf Outing. Through the golf outing, she and others have helped many local families lives in a financial medical crisis. She felt the need was greater than this one-day event, and being led by the grace of God, she and her daughter Heidi started the Community Benefit Tree (CBT). With the support of family, friends and the community many families’ lives were touched throughout Wisconsin for the last 18 years. Karla’s faith and family was the cornerstone of who she was and how she was lead in her life’s journey. Her last two years were definitely a tribulation but were not in vain because with every tribulation there was a triumph. In addition to her family left behind that will forever miss her and keep her legacy going are her in-laws, Mary Rolf, Dorothy Ryan, Clarence Jr. Wolfinger (Bonnie), Nancy Mattison , Grace Zwiers along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Welcoming her into her heavenly home were her two grandchildren, her mother Jeanette and father William, her husband Larry, her sisters Lei and Vicki, her brother Jim and her nephew Greg. The funeral liturgy for Karla will be held at 11:00 AM on January 7, 2023, at St. Francis Church in Hollandtown, with Fr. Donald Everts officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church on Saturday morning from 9:00 AM until the time of the service. Following the cemetery service, everyone is invited to Karla’s Celebration of Life at Van Abel’s of Hollandtown where there will be music and food. In honor and memory of Karla the family requests you to wear a fun Christmas hat, one of Karla’s favorite traditions. A special Thank You to her caregivers Brittany and friends Kit Therrien, Jin Willems and Janice Lamers. In lieu of flowers per Karla’s request please consider a donation to Community Benefit Tree. | |
| 70430 |  | Obituary CAMBRIDGE - Lee N. Coonen, age 68, of Cambridge, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022. He was born on Sept. 1, 1954, in Detroit Mich., the son of L.P. Coonen and Virginia Goetzman. Lee married Lori Weber on Dec. 27, 1975, in Fort Atkinson. He worked for many years as a land surveyor, retiring in 2014. Lee was a loving husband and father to his two sons, Jackson and Jacob. He was married to his best friend, Lori, for nearly 47 years. He loved spending time with his family and their two cats, Fred and Ginger. Lee enjoyed many hobbies, including building scale models, vintage motorcycles and VWs, and collecting toys and music. Lee is survived by his wife, Lori; two sons, Jackson (Karissa Olson) Coonen and Jacob (Hannah) Coonen; brothers, Erik (Cari) Coonen, Peter Coonen, Christopher Coonen, Kim (Mary) Coonen, Steven (Geraldine) Coonen and Michael Coonen; sisters, Mary Nell Mally, Shelley (Charlie) Hoben and Katie (Mark) Foelker; and mother-in-law, Mary Ann Weber. He was preceded in death by his brother, John Coonen; mother and father, Virginia and L.P. Coonen; and his father-in-law, Allen Weber. A funeral service will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until the time of the service on Friday. Memorials may be made to organizations of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. | |
| 70431 |  | Obituary Leon “Lee” Edward Casey, age 97 of Appleton, WI joined his heavenly Father on December 24, 2022. He was born to Clarence and Irene (Hoier) Casey on August 11, 1925 in Ellington, WI. Lee graduated from Union Free High School, Shiocton, WI with the class of ’43 and went on to enlist in the Navy during World War II on the USS Wichita in the Pacific fleet. He finished his service as a Seaman First Class, earning several ribbons of recognition. Lee was also invited as an honored veteran on the 2010 Old Glory Honor Flight. Lee met the love of his life and married Georgiana “Georgie” Schommer in February of 1950 and together, they raised 9 wonderful children. Lee was a union journeyman carpenter and a proud union member of Carpenters Local 955 for 71 years, changing the landscape of the Fox Valley and surrounding area with several contractors, but working mostly for Boldt and Miron Construction companies. Lee was a talented builder. In fact, he designed his own house, drew up the blueprints, and built it from the ground up. Lee could fix anything broken – so much so that he earned the title “the Leonizer”. Lee and Georgie had a passion for gardening. For decades, they tended a large vegetable garden with the help of their children and taught them the value of working together. He also enjoyed bowling, wine-making, hunting, and fishing during his free time. Faith was a very important aspect of Lee’s life. He was a founding member of St. Pius X Parish and a devoted church attendee for his whole life. Lee volunteered for the Veterans Affairs and the Disabled American Veterans transportation system, driving veterans to and from Madison, Milwaukee, and anywhere else they needed to go. More than anything, though, Lee was a family man, a proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather to a big, beloved family, including his adored companion and best dog, Barney. Lee is survived by his children, Michael Casey, Patricia Casey (Robin Groose), Pamela Van Ryzin, Mark (Peggy) Casey, Tierney Casey, Kate (Bryan) Teschendorf, and Peg (Jerry) Ziglinski; his grandchildren, Aaron (Kelly) Barger, Nic (Danielle) Barger, Evan (Ashley) Groose, Anna Groose, Courtney (David) Gagnon, Meghan (Adam) Krause, Kyle (Amanda) Casey, Kimberly (Fiancé Daniel Rydberg) Van Ryzin, Andrew (Amy) Van Ryzin, Benjamin (Jessika) Van Ryzin, Brooke (Taylor) Knowles, and Zachary Ziglinski; 15 great-grandchildren; his sister, Mary (Wayne) Kaim; as well as many nieces, nephews, other extended relatives, and dear friends. Lee is preceded in death by his wife of 71 ½ years, Georgie Casey; his sons, Matthew and James Casey; his parents, Clarence and Irene Casey; his son-in-law, Gary Van Ryzin; his sister, Virginia (Marlin) Gorges; his siblings-in-law, Sr. George Ann Schommer, Florian “Buck” (Lorraine) Schommer, Russell (Betty) Schommer, and Lorraine (Lloyd) Hagen; and his step-mother, Delores Casey. A funeral visitation will take place from 10:00 – 11:30 AM on January 7, 2023 at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 500 W. Marquette St, Appleton, WI 54911 with a mass of Christian burial to follow at 11:30 AM. Lee will be laid to rest at Highland Memorial Park in Appleton at 1:00 PM following the service. Lee’s family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Stephen Fuller of Primary Care Associates, the staff at Thedacare At Home Hospice, especially Nurse Amber, and The Renaissance, especially Kelly Davies and her staff for all their care and compassion shown to Lee. | |
| 70432 | | Obituary Bernice Trinkner, age 93, De Pere, passed away December 30, 2022 with family at her side. The daughter of the late Albert and Eva Van Den Heuvel was born March 17, 1929, in Oneida. Bernice married Gordon Trinkner, Aug. 24, 1949, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Oneida. Bernice was the head cook at East De Pere High School for 13 years. She also was the head cook at Camp Bird at Twin Bridge. Bernice was an active member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, De Pere, where she was a coordinator for the rosary at daily morning Mass. She also worked at the church picnic and was a member of the Altar Rosary Society. She was a volunteer at the De Pere Christian Outreach and Meals on Wheels. She had a soft spot in her heart for her dog, Keiko and cat, Junie. Survivors include her children: Wayne (Debbie) Trinkner, Gary (Patty) Trinkner, Judy (Sylvester) Mooren, Gerard (Diane) Trinkner, Patti (Bob) Smith, Lynne (Steve) Smet, Mike (Sharon) Trinkner, Debbie (Tom) Ambrosius; 17 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren; Gordon’s family: Mary Quade, Ken (Marlyn) Trinkner; Dottie Trinkner, Ellie Zirbel. Bernice was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gordon; special brother, Irvin (Johanna) Van Den Heuvel; brother, Raymond Van Den Heuvel; sister, Marlene (Albert) Kocken; sister: Ethel (Joe) Mooren; sister-in-law, Dorothy Mae and brother-in-law Dick Trinkner. Family and friends may call at Cotter Funeral Home, 860 N. Webster Ave., De Pere, on Thursday, January 5, from 3:00pm until the time of prayer service at 6:30pm. Visitation will continue on Friday at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 220 S. Michigan St., De Pere, from 9:30am until 10:45am. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am with Fr. Mike Ingold officiating. Interment in Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Oneida. Our family would like to thank the caregivers at the Rennes Group, especially Administrator Michael Miller. | |
| 70433 |  | Obituary Raymond F Palm, age 80, passed away on January 14, 2023. He was born on July 14, 1942, son of the late George and Theresa (Borsche) Palm. Raymond married Susan Schwalbach on April 10, 1970, and celebrated over 50 years of marriage. Ray served in the Army from 1964 to 1966. Ray and Sue collected Breyer horses and enjoyed participating in local toy shows. Raymond also enjoyed reminiscing about his years at the Little Chute Bottling Company. Raymond also worked at BPDI and Walmart. Raymond is survived by cousins: Sara (Jim) Birling and Mike (Patty); nephew Leonard (Deborah) Opsteen and numerous family members and friends. Raymond was preceded in death by his wife Susan, his parents, his brother Melvin, his sister Effie, his cousins Ralph and Sister Angela Palm. No services will be held at this time. A graveside service will take place this spring. To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com | |
| 70434 | Obituary Allan M. Dix, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023 at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay surrounded by his family. He was 60 years old. Al was born in Marshfield, Wisconsin to Richard and Carol (Derfus) Dix on August 4, 1962. When he was four years old, his family relocated to Kaukauna where he resided for the remainder of his life. After attending Kaukauna High School, Al began his career in the concrete business where he would earn the respect and admiration of those in the construction industry through his expertise and disciplined work ethic. While his career brought him a sense of pride and accomplishment, it paled in comparison to meeting the love of his life, Judy Marx. They married on December 19, 1986, recently celebrating 36 years together. Raising two sons brought them many years of fond memories. After years in the concrete business working for others, Al used the knowledge and skills he had acquired to start his own business from the ground up. Al Dix Concrete, founded in January of 1995, quickly became renowned in the Fox Valley area as one of the best. Al was a skilled outdoorsman and loved being in nature. A fierce competitor, some of his best times were spent pursuing trophy bucks in Buffalo County and snagging more than his limit of perch in Michigan. To his family and friends, he will be remembered as a strong provider and a masterful storyteller. Being a grandpa brought him many smiles in recent years. He is survived by his wife Judy; sons: Dylan (Mandy) Dix and Michael (Tonya) Dix and their children Austin, Ainsley, Caleb and Jaxen Dix. He is also survived by his dad, Richard Dix; brothers: Jim (special friend Valerie) Dix, Russ (Sarah) Dix, John (Ted) Dix; brothers and sisters-in-law: Pat Marx, Jack (Carol) Marx, Cathy Marx, Mary Campbell, Dale (Cindy) Marx, Jerry (Connie) Marx and Terry (Dave) Muntner; former brother-in-law, Scott Campbell; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, each who held a special place in his heart. Preceding Al in death were his mom, Carol: father and mother-in-law, Ed and Alice Marx; special uncle, Larry Dix; beloved niece and godchild Kelly (Dix) Fassbender; brother-in-law, Ed (Butch) Marx, and nephews-in-law: Phillip Marx and Andrew Campbell. Memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 309 Desnoyer Street, Kaukauna. Visitation will be at the church on Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial is being established in Al’s honor to benefit his love of the outdoors. For online condolences, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com. The family would like to express sincere appreciation to Harrison EMT’s and the ICU staff at St Vincent’s for their selfless compassion during this trying time. | ||
| 70435 | Obituary Kaukauna - Rich Van Wychen, age 95 of Kaukauna, passed away quietly at his home early on Friday, April 16, 2021. Rich was born in Freedom on June 29, 1925, son of the late Henry and Anna (Stiltjes) Van Wychen. He attended school in Freedom, on May 29, 1948, married Elizabeth "Betty" DeBruin. As a young man, he worked a few years at Thilmany, and then was a self-employed home builder until his retirement in 1987. He loved gardening, fishing, hunting, golfing, bowling, playing cards, and spending time at the cottage on Crooked Lake. He had served his country as a member of the United States Navy from 1944 until 1946. He was a former Boy Scout leader and was a member of the Wrightstown American Legion Post. He leaves behind his loving wife of seventy-two years, Betty Van Wychen of Kaukauna; six children: David (Mary) Van Wychen of Kaukauna, Nancy (Tom) Durkee of St. Germain, Darlene (Greg) Hoffman of Appleton, Linda (Jeff) Olson of Crivitz, Larry (Bonnie) Van Wychen of Kaukauna, and Carol (Curt) Hoffman of Crivitz. There are also twenty-one grandchildren and thirty-three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother: Melvin Van Wychen and a sister-in-law Lillian Van Wychen. Rich was preceded in death by his parents, a son Raymond, and siblings Norbert (Eileen), Jerome (Edna) William (Bernice) Peter (Hattie), John (Hattie) and Tony Van Wychen, as well as many in-laws, other relatives and friends. The funeral liturgy for Rich will be held at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at St. Katharine Drexel Parish - St. Mary Church, located at 119 W. 7th Street in Kaukauna, with Fr. Donald Everts officiating. Military honors will take place at the church following the service and burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery. Visitation will take place directly at the church on Tuesday morning from 10:00 AM until the hour of the mass. The family would like to thank to Dr. Greg Johnson, the Right At Home caregivers, and the entire hospice staff for their compassion, kindness, and guidance | ||
| 70436 | Obituary Appleton - 77, passed away on February 7, 2021 after a short battle with Metastatic Urothelial Cancer. Pat was born on April 22, 1943 to Lewis and Helen McCormick of Kaukauna, WI. After graduating from Kaukauna High School in 1961, he went on to serve in the United States Air Force for four years. Upon returning home, Pat was employed as a Security Officer at Theda Clark Hospital in Neenah where he met his former wife of 28 years, Donna McCormick (Bartelt). Together they had 2 children: Cara and Michael. Pat held a variety of jobs over the years, but ultimately retired in 2015 as a TSA Agent through Homeland Security at the Appleton International Airport. Pat loved spending time outdoors, especially at his parent's home on Kelly Lake. He enjoyed sharing stories, playing card games like poker with his sisters (taking all their money of course), playing Shake of the Day, spending time with his grand dogs, and drinking his Blackberry Brandy. Pat's most recognizable title was Scoutmaster Pat. Pat joined Boy Scouts as a young boy and went on to earn the coveted Eagle Scout Award in 1958. Scouting ran through his blood and he helped establish Boy Scout Troop 67 of VFW Post 2778, Appleton, WI. The scout troop was an extension of his family. Pat's second home was Gardner Dam Boy Scout Camp and eventually Troop 67 created Camp Wolf on the Breyer family land. From Court of Honor ceremonies, annual chili suppers at the VFW, placing flags on Veteran's graves for Memorial Day, and selling wreaths; there was always something going on in the troop. Scouts and families also knew that Pat was only a phone call away. His phone literally rang all day long. As a Scoutmaster of 50+ years, Pat aided thousands of boys, their families and his community. Pat assisted 116 scouts, including his son Michael, in earning their Eagle Scout Award: a remarkable achievement in the scouting community. In the last 13 years, Pat became a grandfather to Olivia, Patrick and Torin which could arguably be his greatest joy. Pat enjoyed watching Olivia perform at cheer, dance and archery competitions as well as listening to her play her viola. With his grandsons, Patrick and Torin, he loved to go swimming and fishing. They also gardened, built various things and horsed around. Pat is survived by his daughter, Cara Wege (Adam); his son, Michael (Nicole); his former wife, Donna McCormick; 3 grandchildren, Olivia Wege, Patrick and Torin McCormick; one brother, Jack (Nancy) McCormick; five sisters: Kay (Willie) Otto, Eileen Gerrits (Dick Dollevoet), Colleen (Ron) Verkuilen, Maureen (Ken) Schwaller, Noreen (Cory) Hughes; and many nieces and nephews. Pat was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis and Helen McCormick and a niece, Laura. Pat's legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone who has had the privilege to know him. A Memorial Service for Pat will be held on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 3 PM at Brettschneider-Trettin-Nickel Funeral Chapel in Appleton followed by Military Honors performed by VFW Post# 2778 of Appleton. Friends may visit the family from 1-3 PM and please wear a mask if attending. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established in Pat's name for Gardner Dam Boy Scout Camp and Camp Wolf. The family would like to express their gratitude for the compassion and care given by Dr. Winkel and nursing staff: Danielle, Amy and Ryan at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center. The family would also like to extend our gratitude to Scott, Tim, Corey and Joyce from Brettschneider-Trettin-Nickel Funeral Chapel for being loyal friends of the family for so many years. | ||
| 70437 |  | Obituary Shirley Ann (Dickrell) Schmeltzer, age 89, of Kimberly, Wisconsin passed away on January 24, 2023 in Menasha, WI. Shirley was born on May 19, 1933 in Appleton, WI to the late Andrew and Loretta (Dohr) Dickrell and graduated from Appleton West High School. She was united in marriage to the late Robert Schmeltzer on October 13, 1951 at St. Therese Catholic Church in Appleton, spending 40 years together, until Bob’s passing in 1991. Together they raised 5 children, whom they loved dearly. In her spare time, Shirley enjoyed her membership in the Homemaker’s Club, of which she was secretary, taking trips when able, dining at various restaurants, reading avidly and, above all, spending time with her family and grandchildren. Shirley is survived by her children, Patricia Gee (family best friend, Mary Bradley), Gary (LuAnn), Kathy (Rex) Robertson, Tim (Julie) and Joel (Tami); grandchildren, Nicholas (Christina) Gee, Michael Gee, Steven (significant other, Cliff Brown) Gee, Sara (Dave) Wattenford, Melissa (Jesse) Westerbeck, Matthew (Katie) Schmeltzer, Anna (Dave) Dirkswager, Rachel (Alex) Brusda, Travis (special friend, Kristen Miller) Schmelter and Owen (special friend, Brooke Hotchkiss) Schmeltzer; 22 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; brother, Kenneth (Edith) Dickrell; numerous other family and friends. In addition to her husband and parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her grandson, Benjamin Schmeltzer. A Funeral Service will be officiated for Shirley at 11 AM on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Wichmann Jansen-Fargo Funeral Home, 204 E. Kimberly Ave., Kimberly, WI 54136. Family and friends may visit at the funeral home from 9 AM to the time of the service at 11 AM. A private family interment will take place in Holy Name Cemetery at a later date. | |
| 70438 |  | Obituary Yvonne E. VanLandghen, 87, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Rennes Health and Rehabilitation Center, Appleton. She was born on March 6, 1935, in Kimberly, the daughter of Edward and Eleanore (Tullberg) DeBruin. Yvonne attended and graduated from Kimberly High School, the Class of 1953. She was united in marriage to Paul Fred VanLandghen on May 22, 1954, and they spent 61 years together before he died on December 2, 2015. Yvonne worked as a Kimberly crossing guard on the corner of Washington and Kimberly Ave. for many years. She worked for Appleton Papers (now Appvion), retiring in 1990, and then she went on to work for Younkers for 20 years before finally retiring. Yvonne was very active until the last years, and spoke her mind quite well. She loved painting and firing ceramics, crocheting, reading, trips to the casino, and children. Yvonne is survived by her 2 sons: Rick (Amy) and Ken (Terri) VanLandghen; 6 grandsons: Adam (Amanda Obrovac) and Mike VanLandghen, Ryan (Stephanie) Homman, Lee (Callie) VanLandghen, Boyd (Molly) VanLandghen, and Ryan Derks; two great grandsons: Ian and Ben Homman; 2 brothers-in-law: Doug VanLandghen and Jack (Ruth) VanLandghen; other relatives and friends. Yvonne was preceded in death by her husband, parents; two siblings: Carol (Wesley) Braun and Jerome DeBruin; brothers- and sisters-in-law: Dan (Joy) VanLandghen, Bob (Nancy) Van Landghen, Phley (Lloyd) Huss, Roxanne VanLandghen, and Bruce (Marge) VanLandgen. Memorial service will be held at 6:00 pm, on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at the Jansen Fargo Funeral Home, 204 E. Kimberly Ave., Kimberly. Visitation will be on Tuesday at the funeral home from 4:00 pm until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established. Yvonne’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of Rennes Health and Rehabilitation, Appleton for their care, compassion and kindness. | |
| 70439 |  | Obituary Terry A. Hella, age 76, of De Pere, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2023, peacefully at home with his wife and daughter at his side. He was born on April 17, 1946 in Appleton, WI to the late Robert and Frances (Jusko) Hella. He graduated from Kimberly High School and then proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from 1966-1967. In July, 1968 Terry married his love Donna Martin. Over the 54 years of marriage, they shared great pride in building a sailboat and 3 homes together while creating a wealth of love and memories. Terry loved being outdoors – in the woods and on the water. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, boating, playing chess and working on clocks. His joy for spoiling his daughter and grandkids was like no other. Terry had a deep love for the magic of the holidays and went out of his way to keep the spirit of believing alive. He is survived by his wife, Donna; daughter Tonya (Michael) Gary and his grandchildren Ethan & Aeryn. Along with his parents, Terry was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters (Bob; Mory; Trudy and Lila) Family and friends may visit at Cotter Funeral Home, 860 N Webster Ave, De Pere, on Saturday, February 18, from 1:00pm until the time of service at 4:00pm. Full military honors will be accorded after the service. | |
| 70440 |  | Obituary Marvin J. Ebben was reunited with his beloved wife, Mattie, when he was welcomed into heaven on February 8th, 2023. Marv was born in Little Chute to Chris and Sophie (Janssen) Ebben on March 14th, 1928. After high school, Marv proudly served his country in the United States Navy where he was stationed in Guam. He married Mattie Van Groll on October 28th, 1952 and together lovingly raised 4 children. He retired from the Kimberly mill in 1990 after 36 years as first fireman in the boiler room. Marv and Mattie built their dream home in Darboy. He loved watching the wildlife and especially feeding his orioles and cardinals. He took great pride in his home and was often teased about his “manicured” lawn. He enjoyed traveling, bowling, and golfing (even getting a hole in one) in his retirement. His greatest joy, however, was in spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He could often be found lying on the floor playing with the little ones. Family was his top priority and was always the first one there when someone needed a hand. If dad didn’t know how to fix something, no one did. Marv was a proud, humble, and fiercely independent man. Recent years were difficult when, due to declining health, he had to depend on others. He faced those struggles with courage, deep faith and kindness to all. Marv will be dearly missed by his four children; Dave (Lynn) Ebben, Debbie (Randy) Jack, Jean (Pat) Gaffney, and Jim (Ammie) Ebben, 13 grandchildren; Matthew (Irene) Ebben, Brad (Andrea) Ebben, Danielle (Nick) Hallett, Derek (Kristy) Jack, Chris (Katie) Jack, Rob (Kristin) Jack, Ryan (Alisa) Gaffney, Jason (Michelle) Gaffney, Kelyn (Andy) Navarrete, Beau (Beth) Ebben, Bailey (Patrick) Lagman, Brett Ebben, and Bryce (special friend, Annika) Ebben, 17 great grandchildren; Easton, Josh, Nolan, Austin, Emily, Eli, Colin, Elena, Kaylee, Bennett, Keaton, Averie, Logan, Tressa, Mattie, Lylah, and Harlow. Sisters: Barbara Levandowski, Betty Verbruggen, Ida Mae Hammen, a brother fr. Bertrand Ebben, O.P., and a brother-in-law Bob (Sue) Kreikamp, nieces, nephews, and many friends. The souls waiting to greet Marv in heaven include his wife, Mattie, parents Chris and Sophie Ebben, siblings: Rich (Jakie) Ebben, Bob Ebben, Ione (Bill) Van Sambeek, Ida Ebben, Rita Ebben, brothers-in-law: Bill Hammen, John Levandowski, and John Verbruggen, mother and father-in-law Marie and Harry Kreikamp, Matthew Van Groll and brother-in-law Jim (Maxine) Kreikamp Our sincere thanks to the staff at Country Villa in Little Chute. Their compassion and patience will never be forgotten. They became like a second family to Marv. We are deeply grateful for the support from the staff at Moments Hospice, especially “doctor” Brittany, Lisa and Becky for the skillful, loving care they extended to Marv and his family. In keeping with Marv’s wishes a private family celebration of life will be held. In honor of Marv’s memory, please consider doing a random act of kindness for someone in need. | |
| 70441 |  | Obituary Marcella T. Peterson of Menasha passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at the age of 95. Marcella was born on August 31, 1927, the daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Bayer) Muehlenbein. She graduated from St. Mary’s Catholic High School and was a lifelong member of St. Mary Parish in Menasha where she volunteered many hours throughout her life. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Peterson; loving mother of Dave (Patti) Peterson, Dan (Lisa) Peterson, Roxy (Kevin) Lassig and Kevin (Ellen) Peterson; cherished grandmother of Brian (Melody), Steve (Alexandra) and Greg Peterson; Michelle (Steven) Thorsell, Trevor and Ben Lassig; Nicole (Jermaine) Hickman and Grace Peterson; Keira and Zach Peterson; and proud great-grandmother of Sofia Peterson. Marcella loved to travel all over the world with her beloved husband Lloyd. Her favorite trips were an African safari and visiting Australia. She was an avid crafter, making beautiful quilts and wall hangings for her family. Marcella also was proud to be a Green Bay Packer season ticket holder. Marcella worked at Marathon Corporation and at DiRenzo & Bomier Agency. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the staff at Peabody Manor for the loving care extended to Marcella. Visitation will be at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at Wichmann Funeral Home Tri-County Chapel, 1592 South Oneida Street, Appleton. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. | |
| 70442 |  | Obituary Obituary Arleen Frances Hockers, 96, De Pere, WI, entered eternal life on February 17, 2023, surrounded by her beloved family. She was born the second oldest of seven children to Joseph and Florence (Vande Hei) Lasee at home, in the Town of Rockland, during a snowstorm on March 9, 1926. Arleen graduated from De Pere High School, Class of 1944, and then resided in De Pere her entire life. On May 2, 1945, she married her sweetheart Roland Hockers, after he returned home from service in the Army Air Corps. Arleen and Roland were blessed with six children, 14 grandchildren, and 24 great-grandchildren. They were married for 48 years before Roland passed away on January 28, 1994. She enjoyed working at Shopko in De Pere for 25 years and made many lifelong friends. Arleen loved all family events, watching sports, baking, sewing, being a Cub Scout Den Mother, and bus tours. On January 13, 2001, Arleen married Lester Krug. Having been married in their seventies, Lester gave her roses every month, until he passed away on April 12, 2015. Together they traveled to many states, went on bicycle trips, and played cribbage. Religion was a very important part of her life, and she practiced her faith daily. She was a member of St. Francis Xavier and St. Mary Catholic Parishes of De Pere, Altar Rosary Society, De Pere Catholic Women's Club, and the De Pere VFW Auxiliary. Anyone who knew our Mother will remember her beautiful blue eyes and warm smile. She was the best role model being a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and trusted friend. Lovingly remembered by her six children: Elaine (Glen) Van Rens, Larry (Eileen) Hockers, Marilyn (Mike) Bonfigt, Jerry (Cheryl) Hockers, Karl (Laurie) Hockers, and Joe (Susan) Hockers; 14 grandchildren: Kurt Van Rens (Amanda), Karie (Chris) Gielow, Lori (Dan) Lardinois, Jason (Michelle) Lemerond, Scott (Kelly) Bonfigt, Jenny Strebel, Adam (Ashley) Hockers, Craig (Sara) Hockers, Brandon (Sarah) Hockers, Kevin (Allison) Hockers, Brian Hockers (Amber), Keith (Melissa) Hockers, Jessica Hockers (Adam), and Michael Schoenberger; 24 great-grandchildren; sister Evie Seran, brothers Alan (Janice) Lasee and Richard (Carol) Lasee; Lester's children: Lyle (Jane) Krug, Lynn (John) Nelson and their families; extended family and friends. She was welcomed home by her parents, husbands Roland and Lester, sisters Elvira (Leininger) Pouwels, Janet (Thiem) Clark, Carol Linskens, and brothers-in-law, siblings of Roland Hockers: Elmer (Margie), Richard (Lavone), Sister Alberta, Dorothy (Leo) Kusch, Donald (Grace), Howard (Bernice), and grandson Jason Van Rens. A celebration of Arleen's life will take place on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at ST. FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC CHURCH, 220 S. Michigan Street, De Pere, (PLEASE NOTE LOCATION CHANGE) with visitation at 8:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m., followed by Mass at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Mike Ingold officiating, and Reverend Richard Getchel and Reverend Jack Harper concelebrating. Her final resting place will be at Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery in De Pere. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established. A special thank you to our brother, Karl, and his wife, Laurie, for six months of loving care to our Mom in their home. Arleen's family expresses their gratitude to all the wonderful caregivers at Unity Hospice. As Mom would often say, "Bye for now." | |
| 70443 |  | Obituary Jeanne Marie Baugnet, 92, of De Pere and formerly of Crandon, passed away February 24 with her loving family by her side. The daughter of the late William and Anne (Larsen) Daanen, Jeanne was born July 18, 1931 in Green Bay. She married Donald Baugnet on May 10, 1952 at St. Mary Catholic Church in De Pere. She was an active homemaker and did upholstery work at home so she could be with her children each day. She was active with the De Pere Ice Recreation Board, serving as secretary of the De Pere Hockey Club for many years. Jeanne served on the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women from 2000-2007. She also volunteered for Meals On Wheels, and used her excellent sewing skills to make hundreds of stuffed teddy bears in all colors and sizes for the De Pere Fire Department. The teddy bears were given to injured children when they were transported by the De Pere Rescue Squad, often driven by her son Joe. Jeanne and her loving husband Don of 45 years built a total of six homes in De Pere. They retired to Roberts Lake outside of Crandon, Wisconsin. Jeanne was an active birder and participated in the Wisconsin Loon Count. While in Crandon, she was a member of St. Joseph Church. Later she returned to De Pere and was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish family. During her life, she was blessed to know the Lord, our savior, and was ever mindful of the blessing her six children were. Jeanne gave much of herself and her time to helping others find the Lord and come to know the Holy Spirit. She helped to change a multitude of lives, including many neighbors, family and friends. Jeanne is survived by her children: Joseph (DeeDee) Baugnet, De Pere; Julie Baugnet and Carter Clapsadle, St. Paul, MN; Mark (Julie) Baugnet, Denmark, Gerard (Julie) Baugnet, Townsend; Andy Baugnet and Martha Frey, Cooperstown, NY; and Anne (Venevib) Venci, Corinth, TX; as well as 10 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, and her sister Carol (John) Vermeulen of De Pere. She was preceded in death by her husband Donald, one grandson Nicholas, and her brothers Kenneth and Gerald Daanen. The family would like to thank Unity Hospice for all their kindness and compassion shown to our mom. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Izaak Walton League P.O. Box 5391 De Pere, Wisconsin, 54115. Family and friends may visit at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Family, 1307 Lourdes Ave, De Pere, on Thursday, March 2, from 9:00am until 10:45am. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am with Fr. James Baraniak, O.Praem officiating. Cotter Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family. | |
| 70444 |  | Obituary Obituary Marilyn Catherine (Beining) Sausen, born September 27, 1936 - passed away peacefully surrounded by family at her home on Saturday, March 11, 2023. Marilyn was born the second of six children to Aloysius and Eleanor (Cornelissen), Beining on their family farm just east of De Pere, WI. There, she learned the value of hard work and the importance of family, two lessons she would carry with her throughout her life. Marilyn fell in love and married John (Jack) Sausen on November 12, 1960, and honeymooned in Florida. Jack and Marilyn started their family immediately, welcoming their firstborn son 9.5 months later. Marilyn became a stay-at-home mother, taking that strong work ethic and putting it into homemaking and ensuring their five children never wanted for anything. She and Jack grew a sizable vegetable garden. Marilyn made baby food, washed cloth diapers, canned vegetables, darned socks, and patched jeans to provide for their growing family. Every Friday afternoon all summer long, Marilyn would load the station wagon for weekend trips to their cottage on Lee Lake, many times inviting extra kids or family along. Marilyn worked for Diana Manufacturing after high school. She rejoined the workforce when her kids were old enough, first at Green Bay Radiological Associates and then at Brimmer and Teteak (now The Belson Company). She excelled in each position, and she dearly loved her work family. Her husband, Jack, passed away in 1995 at the age of 62, and while her heart was broken, she picked herself up and rebuilt her life, becoming an inspiration for so many friends and family members. She continued to work for a few more years after his passing. Upon retirement, everyone wondered how she ever had time to work. She was always on the go; lunches and dinners with friends new and old, church, and her true passion - volunteerism. Marilyn loved to give back with her time and her talent. She and her knitting club knitted hats for premature babies and squares that would be sewn together to form blankets for homeless veterans. She also knitted washcloths and Christmas ornaments that she gifted to friends and family. She worked the elections, cooked, and volunteered at funeral lunches for St. Mary’s church, and she helped to sort the donations for De Pere Christian Outreach. Somehow, she also found time to travel in retirement. She went to Europe several times, Jerusalem, and trips out east to see the beautiful fall colors. As well she’d visit Florida for a few months each winter. Her favorite travel partner in retirement was her special friend, John (Jack) Derks. They shared a love for travel, friendship, volunteerism, theater, and good food. Because she loved playing cards, she always said, “I was dealt a pair of Jacks in this life, and that isn’t too bad!” Marilyn was the life of the party, and her energy lit up every room – always quick-witted with a great sense of humor. Family and friends meant everything to Marilyn. She loved playing sheepshead, helping family, and shopping the deals at De Pere Christian Outreach when someone needed something unique. Marilyn is preceded in death by her parents, Aloysius and Eleanor, her husband, Jack Sausen, her special friend, Jack Derks, brother-in-law Thomas Klauke, Jack’s brother Bill and his wife Leona Sausen, and sister-in-law Mary Ann Sausen. She is survived by her five children, James (Lori), Thomas (Lorie), Gregg (Tina Cody), Amy (Kurt Nelson), and Michelle. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Craig (Brooke) Linzmeier, Eric (Drew) Sausen, Maria (Jeff) Hinnendael, and Brook (Brett) Vandenlangenberg. She was also blessed with great-grandchildren Milo and Cash Linzmeier, Chloe, and Winnie Vandenlangenberg. She is further survived by “the sibs” Robert (Ruth) Beining, Lawrence (Patricia) Beining, Joan Klauke, Barbara (John) Truttman, and Karen (Mark) Hornick. Family and friends may visit at St. Mary Catholic Church, 4805 Sportsman Dr., Ledgeview, on Friday, March 31, from 9:00am to 10:45am. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am with Rev. Mike Ingold officiating. Interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, De Pere. Cotter Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family with arrangements. | |
| 70445 |  | Obituary With both sadness and celebration of a life well-lived, we announce the passing of Gladys J. (Vaubel) Hietpas. Her amazing soul peacefully ascended to Heaven surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at the age of 92 at the St. Paul Assisted Living Villa in Kaukauna. She was born Gladys Josephine Lamers in Little Chute, WI on June 25, 1930 to the late Ted and Minnie (Wildenberg) Lamers. Gladys was married for 35 years to Donald F. Vaubel and blessed with three daughters and one son. Donald preceded her in death. Twelve years later, she married Mark G. Hietpas, and they recently celebrated their 25th Wedding Anniversary. Gladys was a loving and devoted wife, mom, grandma and great-grandma. Faith, family and friends were the cornerstones of her life. Her deep Catholic faith was very important to her, and she was a member of St. John’s Church for a great part of her life. Some of her favorite pastimes were playing cards, cribbage and scrabble, rooting for the Packers, and traveling. Gladys will be deeply missed by family, friends, and all who knew her. Her legacy of love, compassion, support, generosity and positivity will live on in the hearts of those she touched. She is survived by her devoted husband Mark; her children: Nancy (Mike) Jacobson, Karen (Dan) Heyerdahl, Tom (Bethann) Vaubel, and Jane (Dave) Moreau; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; Mark's children: Phil Hietpas, Barb (Jerry) Meulemans, Karen Hietpas and friend Chuck, Kelly (Andy) Hietpas, Sandy (Mark) Diedrich, Sally (Rick) Stoeger, and Kevin (Dawn) Hietpas; 23 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren; her sister Bev (Chuck) Goodman. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters: Marian, Myrt, Pat, Rose and her brother Bob. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 24, 2023, at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, 411 Vandenbroek Street, Little Chute, beginning at 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11:30 a.m. She will be laid to rest at Appleton Highland Memorial Park. For online condolences, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com. May she rest in the arms of the Lord. The family would like to thank St. Paul Elder Care, Hospice, and the Verkuilen-Van Deurzen Funeral Home for their assistance in her care. | |
| 70446 |  | Obituary La Verne Van Lankvelt, age 100, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 6, 2023. She was born on December 14, 1922 to the late John and Gertrude Look in Little Chute, WI. La Verne was a graduate of St. John High School Class of 1940. On May 14, 1946 she married the love of her life, Henry M. Van Lankvelt. La Verne’s passion in life was her family. Being a grandmother and great grandmother was her greatest joy and she loved visiting and hearing stories about them. La Verne was a very dedicated Catholic and was a member of St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church for many years. La Verne is survived by her sons: Richard (Vicki) Van Lankvelt, Mark Van Lankvelt, and Carl (Carol) Van Lankvelt; her grandchildren: Kathryn (Daniel), Kristen (Jade), Jessica (Paul), Laura (Torrey), Rachel (Ben), Cole (Caitlin), and Ryan (Tansy); her great grandchildren: Evan, August, Xander, Jaxson, Cody, David, Lillian, Gavin, Sophia, Violet, Abigail, Greyson, and Henry; as well as her sister, Joan Regli. La Verne is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Henry; her daughter, Pauline; siblings: Lea Dunn, Joe (Rosella) Look, and Thomas Look; and her brother-in-law, Fred Regli. She was further preceded in death by her former spouse, Jack Geigle, as well as many extended family members and friends. Private family services will be held for La Verne and she will be laid to rest in St. John Cemetery. Verkuilen-Van Deurzen Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com. | |
| 70447 |  | Obituary With profound sadness we announce the passing of Ursula Marie Zwiers. She left us peacefully on March 17, 2023, surrounded by family. She was 88 years old. Ursula was born and raised in Freedom, Wisconsin. She cherished her years in school and remained close to many of her classmates through annual class reunions. She married her one-of-a-kind husband Jerry Zwiers, who spent the next 66 years adoring and spoiling her. Together, they built their lives around their family starting in Freedom, then in Minnesota for 22 years, before building their dream home and resettling back in Freedom. Ursula and Jerry made the best dancing duo and enjoyed every step of their journey together. Ursula lived a full life as a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and homemaker. Family gatherings were numerous and always filled with plenty of food, drinks, laughter, and loud conversations. Her quick wit brought laughs to everyone in the room. She loved to sing and was known to break into song with even the slightest prompt. We grew up admiring her grace, style, work ethic, gentle support, and cheers of encouragement. She enjoyed many hobbies including tennis, golf, bridge, cribbage, sheepshead, entertaining, gardening, baking, canning vegetables, shopping, and spoiling her grandchildren with unending offers of cookies, ice cream, and snacks. Most of all she loved her family. She will be dearly missed and forever hold a special place in our hearts. Ursula is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Jerry Zwiers; children: Scott (Diane) Zwiers, Lisa (Lee) Van Camp, Mary (Tom) Wisneski and Michelle (Pete) Leschisin; grandchildren: Jared (Tara) Zwiers, Ben Zwiers, Tyler (Hollie) Zwiers, Jamie (Jason) Hanuszczak, Craig (Nikki) Zwiers, Jason Zwiers, Eric (Stephanie) Zwiers, Trisha (Gunnar) Witthuhn, Matt (Danielle) Van Camp, Sarah Van Camp, Lyndsey (Randy) Wills, Jordan (Bridget) Wisneski, Jack Leschisin, Aaron Leschisin and Abby Leschisin; 21 great grandchildren; brother, Joe (Shirley) Geurts; brothers and sisters-in-law: Rita Geurts, Janice Zwiers, Irene Gerrits, Lawrence (Mary) Zwiers, Tony (Barb) Zwiers and Carly (Mary) Zwiers; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Ursula was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Mary Geurts; son, John Zwiers; grandson, Kyle Van Camp; siblings: Ivo (Mary) Geurts, John Geurts, Marge (Joe) Rosenberg, Mae (Jack) Schommer and Eileen (Ralph) Weins; father and mother-in-law, Carl and Frances Zwiers; brother-in-law, Dick Zwiers. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at the Verkuilen-Van Deurzen Family Funeral Home Freedom Location, N3972 Columbia Ave., from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue Thursday, March 23, 2023, at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, W2037 County Road S, Freedom, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. For online condolences, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com. The Zwiers family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Century Oaks Assisted Living for their wonderful care. | |
| 70448 |  | Obituary Barbara Marie Stoll, 71, passed away Sunday, April 22, at her home. Ms. Stroll is survived by her sons, Jim Krenn and his wife Debbie, Daniel "Chip" Krenn and wife Ellen and Richard "Rich" Krenn and wife Kate; daughter, Linda Linville and husband Mark; brother, Hank Rademacher and wife Cindy; sister; Mary Zanto; 10 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Ms. Stroll was a member of The Dwelling Place Church. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at Berryhill Funeral Home. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Interment will be in Huntsville Memory Gardens Cemetery. Pastor Patrick Penn will officiate. Published in The Huntsville Times, Tuesday, April 24, 2012, Vol. 103, No. 33, p. A5, c6 & internet | |
| 70449 | | Obituary Lloyd A. Hermsen, age 86, passed away surrounded by his family on September 7, 2023. He was born on February 12, 1937, son of the late George and Rose (Coenen) Hermsen. Lloyd married Marlene Leitermann on June 6, 1959. Lloyd was a jack of all trades. He enjoyed farming and welding and had his own welding shop since he was 13 years old. Lloyd had donkeys and mules for years at his beloved “Ass Acres” in Darboy. He traveled all over and attended many auctions and steam engine shows. Lloyd is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marlene; children: Donna (Russ) Hebbe, Nancy (Matt) Meyer and Mark (Kim) Hermsen; grandchildren: Jenni Hebbe, Mike (Amber) Hebbe, James (special friend, Tawny) Anderson, Jason (fiancé, Brenda) Anderson, Amanda (fiancé, Kurt) Doering, Brandon, Mason and Eyon Hermsen; great grandchildren: Remington, Sawyer, Sierra, Logan, Matthew and Dustin; sisters: Ellie Behling, Grace Schmidt and Millie Wippich; in-laws: Jim (Phylis) Leitermann and Jerry (special friend, Rhonda) Leitermann; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents, George and Rose Hermsen; siblings: Helen (Joe) Vande Voort, Clara (Emmet) Newhouse, Joe (Lillian) Hermsen, Lorraine (Leo) Hooyman, Cecelia Hermsen, Marian Hermsen and Raymond Hermsen; brothers and sisters-in-law: Ed Behling, Ralph Schmidt, Larry Wippich, Darlene (Lloyd) Gunther and Helen Leitermann; father and mother-in-law: Herbert and Martha Leitermann. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at Holy Spirit Parish-Holy Angels Church, W2806 County Rd KK, Darboy. Visitation will be at the church on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. Interment will be in Holy Name Cemetery, Kimberly. For online condolences, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com. The Hermsen family would like to extend a special thank you to the staffs at Aspire and Compassus Hospice for their wonderful care and compassion. | |
| 70450 |  | Obituary 19 Dec 1938 - 28 Nov 2022 James “Jim” Richard Coenen, 83, of Wrightstown, passed away peacefully in his home on Monday morning, November 28. He was born on December 19, 1938, to Richard and Eleanor (Simon) Coenen-Demerath. He married the love of his life on February 14, 1962. Jim proudly served in the Navy from 1957 to 1959, and worked at Thilmany Pulp and Paper for over 40 years. He coached boys Babe Ruth and Legion baseball for 19 years, while Marlene was by his side keeping the books. Mr. “Green Thumb” was an avid gardener; growing bountiful vegetables, beautiful flowers and keeping his grass in pristine condition. Jim loved fishing both in the boat and on the ice, as well as watching the Brewers, Badgers and Packers. If you needed a hand, he was there ready and willing to assist. Jim had a keen talent in woodworking, refurbishing and making creations for their home, his family members, St. Clare’s Parish, and other charities. Jim, along with Marlene, would always support Toys for Tots and Coats for Kids, and for years they took their carload of donations to drop off sites. They also enjoyed going to auctions, collecting antiques and Packer memorabilia. Let's not forget that Jim loved to talk with others, and many times his wife would wonder if he was ever coming back from his walks or Dicks Family Foods. Most important was his family - his wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were his world. He led by example, taught them many things, and took pride in providing for them all. He was committed to attending his children and grandchildren’s activities throughout his lifetime. Toward the later part of his journey, he would continually thank his family for their love and care, showing endless gratitude for enabling his wish of staying in his home. He was truly loved by his wife, children and siblings. A special thanks to his wife, Marlene, and Chris and Don Pogrant, for staying with him in his home for the last 9 months. Jim was and will always be remembered as a kind, giving and amazing husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and community member. Jim is survived by his wife of 60 years, Marlene. Together they raised four children: Terry (Chris) Coenen, Christine (Don) Pogrant, Julie (Jim) Meulemans, Karen Coenen (Sarah Keller). Five grandchildren: Lea (Eric) Lackey, Zachary (Kelsey) Coenen, Paige (Jake) Herbst, Ashely Coenen, Matthew (Breanna) Meulemans. Five great grandchildren: Jamie and Kennedy Herbst, Nola Coenen, Aiden Lackey, Owen Meulemans. He is also survived by his siblings: Judy Ehlert, Ted (Gail) Coenen, Mark (Lynette) Coenen, and sister-in-law Ruth Theunis. He is preceded in death by his mother Eleanor Coenen-Demerath, father Richard Coenen, mother-in-law Christina Theunis-VanZeeland, father-in-law Edward Theunis, brother-in-law Bill Ehlert, brother-in-law William Theunis, niece Betsy Martin-Theunis, step-father-in-law Bernie Van Zeeland, step-father George Demerath. Family and friends may visit on Saturday, December 3, 2022, from 9:00 am until 11:45 am at St. Clare Catholic Church- St. Paul Site, 437 Main Street, Wrightstown, WI. Mass will be celebrated at 12:00 noon, with Rev. Bob Kabat and Rev. Brian Wideman concelebrating. |