Obituaries

Paul Joseph Schwemin

Paul Joseph Schwemin

Feb 1, 2020

Paul was a sojourner on this earth and he departed from us heavenward, victoriously, on Feb 1, 2020.

Paul’s work ethic, strength and devotion were hallmarks of his life. His family, friends, colleagues and community were all recipients of his countless generous and gifted contributions. An athlete, he excelled at many sports, especially as a pitcher in baseball and softball....

Pamela J. LaVigne

Pamela J. LaVigne

Feb 1, 2020

Pam passed away unexpectedly on February 1, 2020. She was born on February 3, 1970 to Donald and Joyce (Weber) Laedtke in Appleton, Wi.  She graduated from Appleton West High School and Gil Tech Hair Academy.

Pam’s greatest accomplishment in life was becoming a mother. Her three children were her pride and joy.  She loved them beyond measure.

Pam is...

Vitala Mouilso

Vitala Mouilso

Jan 31, 2020

Vitala Eleanora Mouilso, age 94, of Dousman, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 31, 2020, at Aspire Senior Living in Kimberly, WI.

Vitala was born on July 29, 1925, in Buffalo, N.Y. to Edward and Blanch (Rezeszewski) Rosiecki.

Vitala married John (Jack) Archer Mouilso on July 7, 1948, in Detroit, MI. They enjoyed 63 years of marriage until his passing...

Daniel C. Vandeyacht

Daniel C. Vandeyacht

Jan 31, 2020

Dan Vandeyacht, a Kaukauna resident, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, January 31, 2020, following a fearless battle with cancer at the age of 68.  Dan was born in Appleton on October 17, 1951, son of the late Mark and Patricia (Peterson) Vandeyacht.  He spent most of his life in the family warehousing businesses, including Warehouse Specialists, Distribution...

Robert L "Bob" Linders

Robert L "Bob" Linders

Jan 31, 2020

Robert Lee Linders, Sr. of Menasha, passed away on January 31, 2020. Bob was born on May 14, 1953 in Green Bay, Wisconsin to Roger and Elaine (Beaupre) Linders. In 1980 he married Carol Gleason and he is survived by her. He was a former employee at Spring Green in Appleton. Bob was a very soft hearted man who was...

Dr. Lifongo John Vetinde

Dr. Lifongo John Vetinde

Jan 30, 2020

John Lifongo Vetinde, a dedicated Lawrence University professor who through his work on and off campus looked to make the world around him a more informed and compassionate place, died Thursday, Jan. 30, following surgery. He was 64.

He is survived by his wife, Eposi Esoka Lifongo, two daughters, Agnès (Charles) Boland and Naomi Nyeme, a brother, Ike, two sisters,...

Ethel L. Gregg

Ethel L. Gregg

Jan 30, 2020

Ethel Leonore Meyer was born on April 3, 1928 to Clarence and Gertrude Meyer in Chicago, Illinois.  Church was always a central part of her life and heart, beginning as a little girl riding the EL in Chicago with her sister Meryle and mom to attend Lakeview Church every Sunday.  Ethel began playing the piano at an early age and...

Kathleen Ann "Kathy" Tuchscherer

Kathleen Ann "Kathy" Tuchscherer

Jan 29, 2020

Fremont – Kathy Tuchscherer, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at Willow Lane Assisted Living, Appleton. She was born on December 15, 1943, in Appleton, the daughter of Leonard and Rose (Fischer) Tock. Kathy attended and graduated from Madison Area Technical College, with an Associate’s Degree in Business. She was united in marriage to Gregory Tuchscherer on...

Marilyn E. Grant

Marilyn E. Grant

Jan 29, 2020

Marilyn Estelle Grant, age 88, of Appleton, WI passed away peacefully on January 29, 2020 at St. Joseph Residence, New London, WI.

Marilyn was born on September 17, 1931 in Appleton to the late John A. Schneider and Lucille A. (Driessen) Dorn.

After high school she moved to Tucson, Arizona, but returned to Appleton after 12 years. Marilyn held various...

Irvin L. Pomeroy

Irvin L. Pomeroy

Jan 28, 2020

Irvin Louis Pomeroy, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2020. He was born in Kaukauna, son of the late Samuel and Irene (Cotter) Pomeroy. Irvin graduated from Kaukauna High School in 1956 and enlisted in the US Army immediately after. Irvin proudly served his country for three years until his honorable discharge in 1959. On November 28, 1959,...

Patsy S. Evans

Patsy S. Evans

Jan 28, 2020

Patsy S. (LaCook) Evans, 82, Appleton, WI, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2020. She was born in Ada Valley, AR, on August 30, 1937, to the late Lloye and Velma (Wallace) LaCook. Patsy made Appleton, WI, her home for the last 3 years.

Patsy is survived by her daughters Jeania (Kyle) Townsend and Nancy Evans, 3 grandchildren and 5...

Ethel May Buss

Ethel May Buss

Jan 27, 2020

 

Ethel May Buss (Managan), age 90 years, passed away January 27, 2020 in the company of her family after a brief illness. She was born on May 4, 1929 to her parents Maurice and Mabel Managan in Appleton, Wisconsin. She was the eighth born of a family including ten children. She was preceded in death by her parents, three...

Kaitlyn Anne "Katie" Seeke

Kaitlyn Anne "Katie" Seeke

Jan 27, 2020

Kaitlyn Anne (Katie) Seeke, 26, was released from her earthly limitations on Monday, January 27, 2020 and is now dancing with the Angels.

Katie was born on February 26, 1993 to Greg and Lori (Johnson) Seeke. She was a shining light that touched many lives. She loved the wind in her face and the sound of laughter. Katie’s smiles were...

Patricia "Pat" Day

Patricia "Pat" Day

Jan 25, 2020

Patricia Day, age 81, of Appleton, joined her Lord and Savior in Heaven on January 25, 2020. Patricia Haase was born on September 17, 1938 in Neenah, WI to Lillian (Freyschlage) and Willis Roy Haase. She graduated from Arthur Hill High School in Saginaw, Michigan in 1956. She returned to Wisconsin in the late 50’s and started working at Wisconsin...

Mr. John R. Machia

Mr. John R. Machia

Jan 24, 2020

John was born in Waukegan Illinois in 1933, the first of four children in his family.  He had responsibility for his family at an early age.  He worked to take care of and provide for his family while he was still only a boy himself. He served very briefly in the Army National Guard and was discharged when they discovered...

James R. Reichel

James R. Reichel

Jan 24, 2020

Former Kaukauna resident James Reichel, age 80, passed away on January 24, 2020. He was born in Kaukauna on January 30, 1939. When he was only four years old, his parents built a home on Beaulieu Hill in Kaukauna, where he lived his entire life – until January of 2019. He made many warm memories in that home. His parents...

Gladys Prosser

Gladys Prosser

Jan 23, 2020

Gladys Prosser, 90, passed away peacefully January 23, 2020 at Eventide Lutheran Home, Moorhead.

 

Gladys was born January 14, 1930 in Kaukauna, Wisconsin to Harry and Lillian (Timm) Merbach. She graduated from Kaukauna Highschool in Kaukauna, Wisconsin. Gladys married David Prosser June 19, 1954 at St. John’s Church in Woodville, Wisconsin. Gladys followed her husband in his jobs and...

Lois J.   Neuser

Lois J. Neuser

Jan 23, 2020

Lois J. Neuser, age 86, passed away at home on Thursday, January 23, 2020, surrounded by family.  She was born on September 8, 1933, in Kimberly, daughter of the late Lawrence and Helen (Martineau) Hagens.  After graduation from Kimberly High School, Lois worked at Kimberly Clark in the accounting office. She was married to Charles M. Neuser on August 31,...

Patricia Joan (Milske) "Patti" Dow

Patricia Joan (Milske) "Patti" Dow

Jan 22, 2020

Patti Dow, 60, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2020, due to an accident at her work. She was born on March 3, 1959, in Manitowoc, the daughter of James and Joan (Patrie) Milske. Patti was employed with Deluxe Plastics Inc., Clintonville. Patti will be remembered most as music and animal lover, with a big heart and generous spirit. Her...