Obituaries

Jul 31, 2016

Jul 30, 2016

Michael “Mike” R. Bourke, age 58 years, from Appleton, WI, formerly of Minneapolis, MN, passed away due to medical issues on July 30, 2016. Preceded in death by his father Robert W. Bourke, his mother Marjorie J. Thayer and his brother John Bourke. Survived by siblings Suzanne (Bob) Pukal, Loralee Thayer, Thomas (Cindy) Bourke, Julie Winkler, Mary (Steve) Bourke, Richard...

Jul 30, 2016

Marcia A. Golz, age 62, of Oshkosh, passed away at her home on Saturday, July 30, 2016. Marcia was born on November 18, 1953, in Appleton, to the late Clarence and Margaret (Schneider) Kaufman. She married John Golz on July 22, 2005, in Oshkosh. Until her retirement as a Registered Nurse, Marcia was Head of Jail Health Services for Outagamie...

Jul 29, 2016

Gordon Robert Meulemans, 91 years, of Combined Locks passed away July 28, 2016 at ThedaCare Hospice Center. He was born on June 20, 1925 in Wrightstown. Gordon grew up on a farm near Wrightstown losing his parents at a young age, then living with relatives and his uncle Charles Meulemans through High School. Gordon joined the Navy after graduation from...

Jul 29, 2016

Shirley “Shirl” AnnMarie Coonen, SFO, age 59, of Appleton, was granted eternal peace on Friday, July 29, 2016, at home surrounded by the love of her family. Shirl was born on August 24, 1956, daughter of the late Norman and Anita (McKeever) VanDenWildenberg.

Family, music, and social justice were the core gifts of Shirl's life. She experienced life through a...

Jul 29, 2016

Randy “Bagger” Arnoldussen, age 63, passed away peacefully at ThedaCare – Appleton on July 29, 2016, following a short battle with bile duct cancer. His family was at his side. Randy was born on October 31, 1952 in Appleton, to the late Vern and Elizabeth “Betty” (Schrimpf) Arnoldussen. He attended St. Joseph Catholic School, and was a 1971 graduate of...

Jul 27, 2016

Orlin Kahler, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2016. He was born on April 25, 1935 in the town of Center, son of the late Alvin and Lena (Moeller) Kahler. Orlie graduated from Shiocton High School in 1953 and became a Certified Machinist. He worked at American National Can until his retirement at age 61. Orlie was a...

Jul 27, 2016

Thomas A. Kaphingst, age 55, of Shiocton, passed away at Brewster Village, Appleton, on Wednesday, July 27, 2016. Tom was born on April 30, 1961, in Appleton to Barbara (Thorson) Kaphingst and the late Fred Kaphingst. He was employed as an electrician at Faith Technologies for over 20 years.

Survivors include his children, Amanda Kaphingst and Alan Kaphingst; his former...

Jul 26, 2016

Angela Van Der Steen, age 83, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was born on June 4, 1933 to the late John and Amelia (Peters) DeGoey, and her late stepmother: Anna Sanderfoot. On August 27, 1953, she was united in marriage to the late Eugene “Stony” Van Der Steen to...

Jul 25, 2016

James E. Ultang, age 77, of Grand Chute, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2016, at Theda Clark Regional Medical Center—Appleton. Jim was born on October 11, 1938, in Berlin, Wisconsin, to the late Edward and Emma (Winter) Ultang. He married Mary Gibbs on October 5, 1996, in Waupaca. Jim proudly served his country in the United States Air Force...

Jul 24, 2016

Kathleen Marie Welhouse, nee Rossi, age 74 of Kaukauna, passed away on Sunday, July 24, 2016 at American Grand Assisted Living Suite. God saw that Kathy was struggling, so He took her in His arms and carried her to her heavenly home. She was born on January 26, 1942, in Logansport, Indiana, daughter of the late Colonel and Ethel (Nohleckek)...

Jul 24, 2016

Masyn Mylez La Belle, infant son of Abby Dubuque and Brandon La Belle, earned his wings on Sunday, July 24, 2016, at his home. Masyn was born on March 30, 2016 in Neenah and received his Native American name Ma'iingan. He was a miracle baby who loved to smile and snuggle. He will be sadly missed by everyone that know...

Jul 23, 2016

Lavonne M. Ritzman, age 84, of Grand Chute, passed away at St. Paul Villa in Kaukauna on Saturday, July 23, 2016. She was born in Stanley, Wisconsin, on October 11, 1931 to the late Lawrence and Odelia (Duss) Heiting. On October 18, 1955 she married Edwin Ritzman at St. Anne Catholic Church in Stanley, Wisconsin. Lavonne was employed with Peerless...

Jul 22, 2016

Jul 22, 2016

Mr. Donald P. Biselx Sr. went to be with Jesus and joined his beloved wife in Heaven on July 22, 2016.

He was born on June 15, 1921, to Mary and Frank Biselx in Kaukauna. He was happily married to Eunice Kalupa on May 25, 1943. He was proud of his service in the Coast Guard during World War II...

Jul 22, 2016

Janice M. “Tootie” Sauer, passed away on Friday, July 22, 2016 at home.

Tootie was born on August 17, 1936 to Martin and Vivian (Wilson) Jansen. On April 19, 1958 she was united in marriage to Robert Sauer in Appleton. Tootie worked for many years as a special needs aid for the Appleton Area School District. She enjoyed playing bingo...

Jul 21, 2016

Jacqueline (nee Behnke) Pagel died peacefully, with her family by her side, on Thursday, July 21, 2016. Jackie was born in Oshkosh on June 11, 1926, daughter of the late Eldor and Margaret (Zinth) Behnke. She was a graduate of Menasha High School, and on October 23, 1948, married Robert Pagel. Together they raised seven children: Gerald (Paula) Pagel, Tom...

Jul 19, 2016

Roosevelt Wilkerson, age 76 of Appleton, passed away on Tuesday morning at a local nursing home. Roosevelt was born in Arkansas on July 2, 1940, son of the late Willie Wilkerson, Sr. and Inez Bolden Wilkerson.

He leaves behind two sons: Gregory E. Wilkerson of Appleton, Wisconsin and Anthony C. Wilkerson of Pontiac, Illinois; two step-daughters: Deborah Wilkerson of Long...

Jul 19, 2016

Donna Jean Strauch, age 78, of Appleton, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at Rennes Health and Rehab Center. Donna was born in Antigo, Wisconsin, on May 16, 1938, daughter of the late Harlan and Ersella (Flader) Porter. She held a variety of jobs throughout her lifetime including working at Bordens in...

Jul 18, 2016

Carol A. Guyes, age 71, of Kimberly, passed away at St. Luke Hospital in Milwaukee on July 18, 2016. Carol was born on April 8, 1945, in Kaukauna, to the late Conrad and Inez (Van de Hei) Hostettler. She married James Guyes on June 16, 1967, in Kaukauna. Carol was employed at the Kaukauna Hospital for many years. She enjoyed...