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Appleton – Walter S. Rugland, 86, passed away on Friday March 8, 2024, with family by his side. He lived a life of calling – a calling to serve God, family and community. With his optimism, creative thinking, and persistence, Walt could find a path through any forest.
Walt was born in Orange, N.J., and moved to Appleton at age 6....
Ellen Mae Hegner, age 75, entered the presences of Jesus on April 22, 2024, surrounded by those who loved her and will miss her. Ellen’s courageous battle with cancer ended and her joy truly began. She was born on August 18, 1948, in Appleton, to the late Russell and Evelyn (Mach) Steinfeldt. The family moved to Antigo in 1949, when...
Joseph James Hilgers, Sr., age 68, died on Monday morning, April 22, 2024, at Cherry Meadows Hospice Residence in Appleton. Joe was born on January 9, 1956, to the late Ralph Hilgers and Jean Hilgers (Sokoloski). Joe served in the United States Navy. He worked at Acrocel for many years and then at Kimberly Clark until the time of his retirement....
John “Jack” Gerrit Brauer, 85, of Neenah, Wisconsin passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on April 20, 2024.
Jack was born in Appleton, Wisconsin on March 5, 1939, to Gerrit and Valeria (Derfus) Brauer.
Jack married the love of his life, Dorothy Vanderloop on May 2, 1959, and together they raised 2 wonderful children. This year they would have been married 65 years.
He lived all his...
Denise P. Schlawin, a child of God, was called to his everlasting arms on Saturday morning, April 20, 2024, at her home. She was born February 5, 1960, in West Bend, daughter of Roger and Judith (Kaniess) Groeschel. Denise was baptized on March 6, 1960, and became a confirmed child of God on June 4, 1974. She graduated from Winnebago...
Louise Emily Ebert was called home to Heaven at the age of 82 on April 18, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love and kindness that will be cherished by all who knew her. She was born on November 26, 1941, in the Town of Waupaca to Alex and Olga Pope.
After graduating from Waupaca High School, she moved to...
James “Jim” Kenneth Beasom, age 78 of Appleton, WI passed away on April 17, 2024. Jim was born to Kenneth and Jennie (Patton) Beasom on January 18, 1946 in Altoona, PA, the second of seven children. After graduating high school, he worked his way up the corporate ladder of the paper industry and eventually earned his title of environmental engineer...
Leland “Lee” John Buckoski, age 93, slipped unexpectedly into the arms of Jesus on April 16, 2024, at his home in Fox Crossing. Just days before his passing, he had the pleasure of visiting “The Farm” with his children regaling them with his memories. Lee was born on August 14, 1930, to Andrew and Julia (Stefl) Buckoski at home in...
On Monday, April 15, 2024, Sally A. Quella 88, of Hortonville, was peacefully called to her heavenly home, to be reunited with her most special angels, Barbara and Thomas.
Sally was born on December 21, 1935, to the late Clarence and Dorothy (Brantner) VanRemortel in Ashland, Wisconsin. She spent her childhood and early life there, graduating from DePadua High School in...
Barbara A. Airis, age 70, passed away on April 15, 2024, following a two-decade battle against cancer, surrounded by her family at Ascension-St Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton. Barbara was born on October 19, 1953, to parents Delbert and Genevieve (Varlamos) Jessen in Carroll, Iowa. She was the middle child of three born to the couple. She graduated from Carroll High...
Phyllis Vivian Anderson, 97, of Kaukauna, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024.
She was born on the family farm in Oslo, Minnesota on June 9, 1926, to Carl and Clara (Knutson) Awes.
Phyllis attended Concordia College in Moorhead Minnesota and graduated with a bachelor's degree in 1947.
On June 5, 1948, she married the love of her life, Roger Anderson. They lived in Minnesota and North...
Sharon Schend, 80, peacefully departed this world on April 13, 2024, in Appleton. She was born on February 18, 1944, in Iola, Wisconsin to Milo and Ruth Rollfeson.
Sharon attended Appleton High School and worked many years for J.J. Keller and Associates as an administrative secretary. Outside of work, Sharon found joy in the simple pleasures of life. Her gardening green...
Jeffrey Russell Locke, 64, passed away on April 13, 2024. Jeffery was born on March 16, 1960, in Appleton, WI, to William and Rosemary Locke.Jeff attended Appleton West High School and Fox Valley Technical College, where learned his skills and knowledge that would serve him well throughout his career. In his professional life, Jeffrey was a dedicated entrepreneur who owned...
Dawn Maureen Yohr, born August 5th, 1943, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, peacefully passed away on April 13th, 2024, in Appleton, Wisconsin, surrounded by family.
Dawn graduated from high school in Gillett, Wisconsin. Throughout her life, Dawn pursued various career paths, including newspaper advertising sales in Athens, Georgia; jewelry sales at Ben Bridge Jewelers in San Diego, California; and managing an art gallery...
Jerome (Jerry) Laubenstein was called home by his Savior on April 13, 2024, at the age of 89. Jerry was the son of the late Margaret and William Laubenstein, Jr. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Judith Laubenstein.
He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Peggy Laubenstein, who he deeply loved. He is also survived...
Alan Douglas Barten, 70, of Appleton, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on April 13, 2024. Al was born on July 9, 1953 in Appleton, Wisconsin, to John and Alice (Lewin) Barten.
Al graduated from Appleton West High School (“West is best”) in 1971 and worked as a Lineman with WE Energies for 38 years before retiring....
Wilmer “Bill” W. Schmidt, age 98, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2024. Bill was born on May 23, 1925, to the late Arno and Leona (Heinz) Schmidt in the Town of Rockland, WI. He grew up on a farm in Brillion and worked the farm throughout his early years. On May 31, 1947, Bill married Beverly Ramsay at Memorial...
Ronald “Ron” O. Velie, age 81, died peacefully on April 12, 2024, with his family at his side. He was born September 16, 1942, to Arnold and Bernice (Miller) Velie. Ron grew up in Appleton, graduating from Appleton High School. In 1960, Ron met Alice Nau, the young lady who was destined to become the love of his life. They...
Eugene F. Stuyvenberg, age 92 of Kimberly, passed away April 11, 2024. Gene was born May 11, 1931 in Appleton, son of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Plesser) Stuyvenberg. He was a graduate of Kimberly High School and then joined the Army, serving in Germany for two years (1953 to 1954) during the Korean War. He then became employed at...
Bob passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at the age of 80 years old.
Bob was born July 31, 1943, to the late Frank and Ida (Schultz) Metko in Kelly, WI. He moved to Appleton, WI when he was 18 and worked for Miller Electric for 39 years until his retirement in April of...
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