Obituaries

Lyle Vandenberg

Lyle Vandenberg

Nov 5, 2021

  A warm and loving heart surrendered to God’s call as another beautiful soul has gone to Heaven.

Lyle Lee Vandenberg, age 86, passed away unexpectedly on Friday afternoon, November 5, in Chandler, Arizona.

Born to Delphine (DeGroot) and John Vandenberg on February 11, 1935, Lyle was a lifelong resident of Kaukauna, attending Holy Cross Grade School and graduating from...

Thomas S. Timmers

Thomas S. Timmers

Nov 5, 2021

Tom was born on December 21, 1943, in Appleton, Wisconsin. He graduated from Xavier High School in 1962 and went on to get his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

He married his wife Ginny on June 10, 1967. Together, he and Ginny raised their four wonderful children who grew up to bless them with 8 beautiful grandchildren,...

Thomas J. Smith

Thomas J. Smith

Nov 5, 2021

Thomas J. Smith, 60, of Neenah, died November 5, 2021 at Theda Clark Medical Center, after suffering a catastrophic stroke. Tom was born on March 2, 1961 to Everett and Hattie Smith. He graduated from Hortonville High School and attended the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.

In his younger years, Tom was an accomplished musician and played trumpet in many orchestras and...

Kira P. Smith

Kira P. Smith

Nov 4, 2021

Kira Smith was born on August 18, 1995 in Green Bay, WI to Tara Smith.  She graduated from Southwest High School and was attending UWGB while working at the Melting Pot.

She was a competitive gymnast until her height caught up to her.  She then switched to performing in musicals and show choir.  If you came home unexpectedly, you would...

Sandra Jean "Sandy" Pozolinski-Lebo

Sandra Jean "Sandy" Pozolinski-Lebo

Nov 4, 2021

Sandra Jean (Sandy) Pozolinski-Lebo, age 69, of Wausau, lost her long battle with Multiple Sclerosis and passed away on November 4, 2021. She was born in Menasha, Wisconsin on November 29, 1952, to the late Joseph and Lois (Stearns) Pozolinski. Sandy graduated from Menasha High School and then went on to study business at The University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh,...

Pearl G. Rice

Pearl G. Rice

Nov 4, 2021

Pearl Rice was granted a comfortable finish to her 93 years of life on Thursday, November 4, 2021.  Pearl was born in Wauwatosa on July 26, 1928, daughter of the late Otto and Gertrude Virgin.  She married Kenneth Rice who preceded her in death.  Pearl was a generous woman who was loved by all and will be missed by her...

Robert  W. Gresens

Robert W. Gresens

Nov 3, 2021

Robert “Bob” Gresens, age 75, passed away bravely and peacefully, on his own terms like a true Marine, surrounded with an incredible amount of love from his family on November 3, 2021.

Born on March 29, 1946, to Ann Marie Bachmann, he was raised by his mother and her husband, Kenneth M. Gresens, in Appleton. He graduated in 1964 from...

Robert Alan "Bob" Doornbos Sr.

Robert Alan "Bob" Doornbos Sr.

Nov 3, 2021

Robert Alan Doornbos, Sr. of Sherwood died November 2, 2021 after suffering a fall at home. He was born November 30, 1940 to Henry and Loraine Doornbos in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  Bob graduated from Grand Rapids Christian High in 1958 and followed with a degree in Transportation from Michigan State University in 1962.  He furthered his education by becoming an...

Sandra "Sandy" Frelich

Sandra "Sandy" Frelich

Nov 2, 2021

Sandra Jane “Sandy” “Ma” Frelich, age 73, of Kaukauna, passed away on November 2, 2021. Sandra was born on August 1, 1948 in Appleton to Lawrence and Delores (Siebers) Vosters. She was a graduate of St. John Catholic School in Little Chute. On July 6, 1968 she married Jack Frelich at St. John Catholic Church in Little Chute. She was...

DuWayne M. Nieland

DuWayne M. Nieland

Nov 2, 2021

DuWayne Marlin Nieland, age 86 of Appleton passed away on Tuesday, November 2, 2021.  DuWayne was born on November 29, 1934 in the town of Dupont to the late Oliver and Lillian (Hauschultz) Nieland.

DuWayne was employed by Menasha Corporation for 25 years and Sonoco Products for 8 years, where he was a supervisor until his retirement in 1992. He...

Barbara J. McCrory

Barbara J. McCrory

Nov 2, 2021

Barbara Jean (Heinz) McCrory, age 71 died on Tuesday, November 2, 2021.  She was born on November 15, 1949, to the late Vernon and Norma Heinz.  Barb Attended Menasha high school where she was a member of the swim team. She was united in marriage to Frederick McCrory on October 24, 1974, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, in Menasha.

Barb...

Carol Seidl

Carol Seidl

Nov 1, 2021

Carol Seidl, age 72, of Appleton passed away peacefully on Monday, November 1, 2021. She was born July 21, 1949 in Appleton, Wisconsin, the daughter of the late Michael and Leona (Sigl) Seidl. She was a 1967 graduate of Xavier High School and was employed by Little Ceasars for 27 years.

She will be sadly missed by her brothers and...

Claude Henry Radtke

Claude Henry Radtke

Oct 31, 2021

Claude Henry Radtke, age 94, of Appleton returned to the Lord on October 31, 2021 at Oak Park Place in Menasha. Claude was born on July 31, 1927 in Appleton to the late Oscar and Edna (Schmidt) Radtke. He was a 1945 graduate of Appleton High School. After graduation he served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy....

Marcelino M. "Marce" Wittman

Marcelino M. "Marce" Wittman

Oct 31, 2021

Marcelino (Marce) Wittman, 62, passed away with his family by his side on Sunday, October 31, 2021, after a two and a half year battle with prostate cancer. He was born on November 13, 1958, to Olga Wittman and the late LeRoy Wittman. Marce graduated from Appleton East High School in 1977. Five years later, he met the love of...

Therese Marie Janssen

Therese Marie Janssen

Oct 30, 2021

On October 30, 2021, the life of Therese Marie Janssen ended at St. Paul Elder Service, Kaukauna. Therese’s life was a life dedicated to providing for others. Therese was a dear sister, aunt and friend. Therese was born on February 14, 1934, to Henry and Rose (Obarska) Janssen, the fifth of six children. She grew up in a household centered...

Audrey A. Menting

Audrey A. Menting

Oct 30, 2021

Audrey Alma (Piechocki) Menting, 83, passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2021. She was born in Black Creek, Wisconsin on October 18, 1938, to the late Alfred and Alma (Kiel) Piechocki. Audrey graduated from Seymour High School. She had five children with her husband Donald. She enjoyed finding treasures at rummage sales and took joy in creating needlepoint designs. Audrey...

Thomas M. Goudy

Thomas M. Goudy

Oct 29, 2021

Thomas M. Goudy, husband, father, papa, brother, and friend was welcomed to his heavenly home on October 29th, 2021.

Tom grew up in Fond du lac and spent most of his treasured moments alongside of his lifelong best friend, Andy Lorenz. Both Tom and Andy were grateful for this 65 year friendship. That is truly rare, and a gift. He...

Donald Peter Anthony Rowe

Donald Peter Anthony Rowe

Oct 28, 2021

Donald Peter Anthony Rowe “Don”, age 77 of Appleton, passed away on Thursday, October 28th, 2021. He was born February 27th, 1944 to the late Olive & Harlow Rowe. Donald married the love of his life, Anna Rowe, in 1963. He spent the majority of his career working at Rich’s Bakery. When Donald was not working, you would often find...

Jeff Kozlovsky

Jeff Kozlovsky

Oct 28, 2021

Jeff Kozlovsky, 47, died on Thursday, October 28, 2021, with his family by his side. He was born on November 9, 1973, in West Bend, the son of Francis and Susan (Ruemler) Kozlovsky Sr. Jeff was a gentle, kind hearted, caring, and compassionate man, who would do anything for anyone.  He had a strong love for his family, and truly...

Lance R. Arko

Lance R. Arko

Oct 28, 2021

Lance passed away on October 28, 2021 at the Clark County Rehabilitation and Living Center.

Lance was born to Robert and Colleen (Hannan) Arko on April 5, 1962 in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. They resided in Hill City, Minnesota, where his dad held a teaching position. In 1963 they moved to Kimberly, Wisconsin.

Lance attended schools in the Kimberly district and...