Obituaries

Jan 10, 2020

Jan 8, 2020

 

Al Tyczkowski, age 82 died January 8, 2020. Al was born in Pulaski to the late John and Tilly Tyczkowski. During his high school years he was proud of playing the accordion in a polka band called The Jolly Trios. Following his graduation from high school, he served in the Army. When he returned, he married his high school...

Jan 8, 2020

Roy Eugene (Gene) Hartwig, age 87, died Wednesday January 8, 2020 at ThedaCare surrounded by his family. He was born in Decatur, IL, on October 20, 1932 to Roy Glenn and Birdie Hartwig. Roy married Gloria Hambrecht at Grace Methodist Church in Decatur, IL on April 11, 1951.

He was a Korean War veteran serving in the US Army, first...

Jan 7, 2020

Laurie Lynn Ahlborn unexpectedly went to meet her Lord on January 7, 2019. She was a woman of strong faith known for her dedication to and trust in her Savior Jesus Christ. Her faith carried her through many difficult and challenging times, yet she never doubted the hand of God in her life.

Laurie was born Nov. 26, 1950, in...

Jan 6, 2020

Bette Crane passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 96 on Monday, January 6. She was born on March 10, 1923 to the late Patrick and Lucy (Bourassa) Keapock. In 1941 she graduated from Menasha High School. She married Doug Crane in 1949 and they remained together until his death in 2016.

Bette loved to sing, dance,...

Jan 5, 2020

Norma M. Smith, 94, died early Sunday, January 5, 2020, at Brewster Village with her sister by her side. She was born on September 6, 1925, in Waupun, the daughter of Archie and Mabel (Worden) Smith. Norma was an avid reader who enjoyed traveling with her sister Beverly and completing crossword puzzles. Norma was employed with Zwicker Knitting Mills for...

Jan 3, 2020

David Lee Vyse, age 74, died peacefully at home on January 3rd, 2020 after a long battle with heart disease.

David was born on August 5th, 1945 in Appleton, WI to Frank E. Vyse and Margaret O. (Shaw) Vyse. He had a long career as an Electrician. He worked for the City of Appleton (WI) and retired from Luvata (formerly...

Jan 3, 2020

Hazel H. (Wundrow) Norman, 98, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday January 3rd, 2020 at Rennes Health & Rehab Center.

Hazel was born February 22, 1921 in the Town of Buchanan, Outagamie County, State of Wisconsin, the 3rd daughter of the late August and Mary (Gergs) Wundrow. She was baptized and confirmed at Mt. Olive Lutheran...

Jan 2, 2020

James passed away Thursday, January 2, 2020 at 83 years of age. He was born on June 4, 1936 to Sylvester & Delores (Ford) Harrmann in Manitowoc. He married his high school sweetheart Jane (Huelsbeck) on October 15, 1955. Together they had 5 children; Timothy (Belinda), Linda (Richard) Anderson, Robert (Linda), Thomas (Polly) and Richard (Marla). Grandchildren; Matt Harrmann, Jamie...

Jan 2, 2020

Marcus “Mac” J. McQuillan, age 63, passed with Grace and Peace from stroke complications while surrounded by family on January 2, 2020.

He was born in Neenah and raised in Menasha, the son of John (Ellen) McQuillan and Arlene (deceased) (Sam) Jackson.

He is survived by his High school Sweetheart, Laura (Ciske) McQuillan; three children: Marcus McQuillan, Michelle (Ryan) Miskovic...

Jan 2, 2020

Dianne A. Murrow, age 67, passed away into Jesus’ hands on January 2, 2020 after a short battle with pancreatic cancer, with her husband at her side while residing at Cherry Meadows. Dianne was born in Oelwein, Iowa, the daughter of Max and Arlene Rueber on August 26, 1952. She graduated from Maynard High School in 1970. Dianne was united...

Jan 1, 2020

Geraldine “Gerry” Albrecht, 80, Appleton, passed away on January 1, 2020. She was born on March 18, 1939, to the late Edward and Helen (Siedel) Altman in Laona. Gerry married the love of her life Lloyd “Bud” Albrecht on August 2, 1958, together they celebrated 58 years. They enjoyed their cabin in Newald where they spent time outdoors snowmobiling, four-wheeling...

Dec 31, 2019

Kathleen J. Zemblowski, age 96, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at her residence surrounded by family.

She was born on November 24, 1923 in Appleton to the late Fred and Kathryn (Wagner) Meyer. Following her graduation from Appleton West High School, she was united in marriage to Cyprian ‘Bud’ Zemblowski at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Appleton, on August...

Dec 31, 2019

Frederick Sonnenschein, 63, passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2019.

Fred was born on February 16, 1956 to William and Jeanette (Earnst) Sonnenschein in Bethesda, Maryland. On October 6, 1990 he was united in marriage to Jane Balgie, the love of his life.

Fred is survived by his wife Jane, step children; Jennifer (Chris) Lucas, Jill (Barry Croy) Balgie, Mike...

Dec 30, 2019

John “Jack” A. Ponto, age 68, passed away peacefully and quickly at his home as a result of a heart attack on Monday, December 30, 2019. He was born on August 27, 1951 and raised in Menasha where he attended St. John Catholic grade school and graduated from Menasha High School in 1970. He worked at Automotive Supply Company in...

Dec 30, 2019

Appleton – Steven R. Millar, 37, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2019. He was born on November 6, 1982, in Weston, Ontario, Canada, the son of William and Ingrid (Gajkowski) Millar. Steven was united in marriage to Emily Hoard on June 20, 2009, in Milwaukee. He graduated from Xavier High School, Appleton, the Class of 2000. He was most...

Dec 30, 2019

Donna Mae (Scheibe) Klatt, 78, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2019. She was born on December 17, 1941, to the late Victor and Erma (Sievert) Scheibe in Appleton. Donna was united in marriage to James Klatt on February 11, 1967, at Faith Lutheran Church in Appleton. She was employed at J.J. Keller as an Office Clerk for the transportation...

Dec 29, 2019

Leon C. Lauer, age 91, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019, 21 years to the day after his wife of 47 years, Elizabeth Lauer, passed away. Leon was born on September 16, 1928, son of the late John and Magdalen (Kettner) Lauer. On April 21, 1951, he was united in marriage at St. Mary Catholic Church in Menasha to...

Dec 29, 2019

James Calvin Stigney, age 75, of Appleton, passed away on December 29, 2019 at St. Paul Home in Kaukauna. James was born on April 24, 1944 at St. Joseph Hospital in Superior, Wisconsin to Archie Louis and Lydia Stigney. James was raised in Minong, Wisconsin. After his graduation he attended the Appleton School of Business, receiving his Associate of Arts...

Dec 29, 2019

Maria R. Martinez, age 72, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2019 surrounded by her family. She was born March 18, 1947, the daughter of Dionicio and Concepcion (Rodriguez) Reyna. Maria was united in marriage to Simon C. Martinez on April 15, 1967 in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Maria loved to listen to music, dancing and her annual camping trip at Iola,...