Kristen J. Langlais, age 87, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Oak Park Place, Menasha. She was born on November 22, 1938, the daughter of Harold and Meribah (Gleason) Norseen. Kristen was a LPN for 20 years at the Wisconsin Veterans Home in King. Kristen will be remembered most for her good sense of humor, being kind, having a big heart, and love of helping people. She had a heart for hospitality.

Kristen is survived by her 2 children: Susan Paulson and Steven (Kimberly Seeger Langlais) Langlais; 5 grandchildren: Emily (Jon) Barnett, Clay Paulson, Carter Langlais, Owen Langlais, and Lydia Langlais; 2 great grandchildren: Greyson and Rorie; a brother: Richard Norseen; other relatives and friends.

Kristen was preceded in death by her parents.

A memorial service will be held at 11AM, on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at the Wichmann Funeral Home, 537 N. Superior St., Appleton. Visitation will be on Saturday at the funeral home from 10AM until the time of the service. Memorial contributions are appreciated to the Fox Valley Humane Association.

Kristen’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Oak Park Place and Bristol Hospice for their kindness, compassion, and care.