Obituaries

May 11, 2018

Roger L. Wheeler, 79, died Friday May 11, 2018 in Appleton, Wisconsin with his daughter Vicki and family members at his side. Roger was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was an avid race enthusiast and devoted Packer fan.

Roger is survived by his two daughters, Dawn (Robert) Gunter of Cody, WY and Vicki Wheeler of Appleton; seven grandchildren,...

May 10, 2018

On May 10, 2018, Caroline Seward Rucker slipped away peacefully from this life and exchanged her tired body for the joy of heaven. We were privileged to be touched by her abundant love, giving spirit, fierce independence, unwavering courage, love of adventure, intelligence and humor. She was larger than life and had a powerful impact on all who knew her....

May 10, 2018

Robert J. Schoneman, age 59, of Appleton, WI, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 10, 2018, surrounded by his family after a sudden illness. He was born November 28, 1958 in Ridgewood, NJ to the late John and Mary Schoneman. He was their miracle baby, arriving 12 weeks early and weighing only 2 pounds. He always...

May 9, 2018

Margaret Mayer passed away peacefully on May 9, 2018, she was 93 years loved. Margaret was born on June 16, 1924 into the happy William and Mildred Spreeman family in Suring, WI. On June 12, 1948, Margaret carried that joy into her own marriage to her everything, Levi Mayer of Appleton. Margaret and Levi were happily married for almost 60...

May 8, 2018

Claire Marie Gallant, age 65, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully Tuesday, May 8, 2018 surrounded by her family and friends. She was born July 16, 1952 in Appleton to the late Clifford and Helen (Kirchner) Meyer. Claire graduated from Appleton East High School in 1970.

Claire married the love of her life Gary Gallant on August 7, 1976 and lovingly...

May 6, 2018

Judith A. Simon, 75, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 6, 2018, at Oakridge Gardens, Menasha. She was born on November 18, 1942, in Neenah, the daughter of Clarence and Dorothy (Delfosse) Kaufert. Judy enjoyed fishing, bowling, puzzles, camping at Pineland Park, playing cards especially cribbage, and coaching. She helped to start the Fox Valley’s first softball league at Palisades...

May 6, 2018

Appleton – William E. Simon, 77, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, May 6, 2018, at Country Terrace, Appleton. He was born on November 21, 1940, in Appleton, the son of Sylvester and Gladys (Riley) Simon. Bill graduated from St. Mary High School, Menasha, the Class of 1960. William married Judith Kaufert in June of 1962, and later...

May 5, 2018

Norman J. Gawinski age 86 of Menasha passed away unexpectedly on Saturday May 5, 2018.

Norman was born on December 22, 1931 in Menasha, Wisconsin. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gawinski. He graduated from St. John’s Elementary school and Menasha High School. He enlisted in the United States Airforce and served 2 years in Guam during the Korean...

May 5, 2018

Lois M. Mueller, age 77, of Appleton, passed away on Saturday, May 5, 2018. She was born on June 5, 1940 to the late Robert A. and Louise A. (Harms) Goetsch in Plymouth, Wisconsin.

Lois graduated Plymouth High School in 1958 and continued her education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison earning her Bachelor’s degree in 1963. She furthered her education...

May 5, 2018

Edward V. Hirsch passed away suddenly on May 5, 2018, at the Gardens of Fountain Way.

Edward “Ed” was born at the Hirsch homestead in Little Black, Wisconsin on January 7, 1928, the second of five children, to the late William V. and Julianna Steffens Hirsch. Following his graduation from Medford High School in 1945, he enlisted in the military...

May 4, 2018

May 4, 2018

Dorothy Loll, age 82 of Appleton, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, May 4, 2018 at her home in Appleton. Dorothy was born in Cicero, Illinois on November 21, 1935, daughter of the late John and Anna (Rossbach) Baratka. In November of 1955, Dorothy married Sheldon Loll in Cicero; he preceded her in death in 1994.

Dorothy was a faithful...

May 3, 2018

Dorothy I. Schomisch, 91, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 3, 2018, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 9, 1927, in Menasha, the daughter of Michael and Martha (Rumnek) Smolinski. Dorothy was united in marriage to Mathew Prestil on October 25, 1947, and he preceded her in death on July 8, 1977. She then married Gerald Schomisch...

May 2, 2018

For seventy years, Roy Wentzel had never missed his beloved Genevieve’s birthday. After her passing on November 1, 2017, he vowed not to miss her next birthday, and on May 2, 2018 (Gen’s birthday) Jesus called Roy home to heaven and reunited him with his wife of seven decades.

Roy Davis Wentzel was born in the Town of Wolf River...

May 1, 2018

Richard “Dick” J. Huelsbeck, age 91 of Appleton, passed away May 1, 2018 at his residence. Dick was born in Menasha, WI on October 22, 1926, to the late Ida (Porsche) and Arthur Huelsbeck. He was raised on his family farm where he worked hard on chores, built his first greenhouse, and helped his mom cook for the family. Dick...

May 1, 2018

Kevin Reinholz, age 37, passed away peacefully after a lifelong illness. Kevin was born in Appleton on December 1, 1980 in Appleton, son of Kenneth and Margie (Fischer) Reinholz. In his younger years, Kevin worked at Valley Packaging in Appleton.

He is survived by his parents and two brothers: Kenny Reinholz who lives at home, and Kyle (Amie) Reinholz of...

May 1, 2018

Maria C. Judson, 90, passed away on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at home surrounded by her family. Maria was born on December 4, 1927 to Juan and Maria (Estrada Orantes) Reyes Gonzalez in Guatemala. On January 11, 1962 she was united in marriage to Leland “Art” Judson. She worked for many years at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Maria was very active...

Apr 30, 2018

Kathryne “Kay” Lee (Baarstad) Hoffland was born on March 21, 1929 in Mahnomen, MN to Archie and Anna. After Archie died in 1936 Anna took her family of 5 children to live in Detroit Lakes, MN.

At the young age of 5, Kay began taking piano lessons. She played her first recital at age 5 and performing became a part...

Apr 30, 2018

Mary Wolff dedicated her life to taking care of her family. Whether it was putting out a holiday spread or sledding down hills up north, she enjoyed being a part of special moments with those who loved her most.

Mary was born August 8, 1937 in Neenah, WI to the late Julian and Angeline Konetzke. After graduating from Menasha High...

Apr 29, 2018