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Vivian M. Wilz
Feb 16, 2025
Vivian Wilz, 99, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Willow Lane Assisted Living. She was born on April 16, 1925, in Appleton, the daughter of David and Marie (Hoffmann) Halloran. Vivian was united in marriage to the love of her life, Donald J. Wilz, on July 20, 1942, in Appleton, and they shared 68 years together before...
Keith Eldred, OD
Feb 15, 2025
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Keith Eldred Memorial Service
Dr. Keith C. Eldred, age 79, formerly of Cheyenne, WY, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025, in Appleton, WI. He was born on February 28, 1945,...
Gregg Donald Parker
Feb 14, 2025
In Loving Memory of Gregg Donald Parker-
Gregg Donald Parker, age 65, of Appleton, WI, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born on December 6, 1959, in Appleton, WI, to the late Donald and Elaine (Sievert) Parker.
Gregg married his lifelong partner, Rebecca Lotts, on January 10, 1990. Together, they built a beautiful life and were...
Donald L. McGowan
Feb 13, 2025
Donald “Don” Leroy McGowan, 90, passed peacefully on February 13th, 2025.
He was born July 25th, 1934 at his grandparents house in Hilbert, WI, to parents Thomas and Clarinda (Behnke) McGowan.
Don leaves behind his wife of 28 years, Kathy (Heath) McGowan, son Donn, daughter in law Patty (Opsteen), granddaughter Carly (Alex) Minten, special buddy Pussycat; and his sisters Debbie (Tony) Sonnleitner...
Christine Jane Scovronski
Feb 13, 2025
Christine Jane Scovronski, age 78, of Menasha, passed away on Thursday February 13, 2025, at ThedaCare, Neenah. Chris was born in Neenah to the late Albert and Lucy (Wicsinske) Lenz on October 30, 1946. She was raised in Neenah with her 2 siblings. At the age of 17, she met Francis “Frank” Scovronski, and the rest as they say, “is...
Marlys M. Wordell
Feb 9, 2025
Marlys Mae Wordell, aged 82, was received into the loving arms of her Savior on the morning of February 9, 2025. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Marlys was born to Alvin and Myrtle (Wolter) Schmidt of Morrison, Wisconsin, on May 1, 1942. She was baptized in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit on May...
Harold Petta
Feb 8, 2025
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Hap Petta Memorial Service
Harold "Hap" Petta, 77, a loving husband, devoted father, and cherished friend, passed away on February 8, 2025, in Appleton, WI. He was born on January 11, 1948, in Sheboygan, WI to Harold and Margaret (Koechel) Petta.
Following his...
Shirley Ann Schmidt
Feb 7, 2025
On Feb 7, 2025 Shirley Ann (Loderbauer) Schmidt of Kaukauna, WI, left us peacefully with her family by her side after a brief illness. Shirley was born to Joseph and Donna Loderbauer on July 11, 1962 at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Growing up on a farm, she grew to love the simple things in life like flowers and nature. Shirley graduated...
Marcia Lee Lynch
Feb 7, 2025
Marcia Lee Lynch, age 75, died in her home on February 7, 2025. She was born on April 27, 1949, to parents Arthur and Elizabeth “Betty” (Burns) Lauer in Minneapolis, MN. She was raised in the Fox Valley area, graduating from Kaukauna High. Following her schooling she worked for and received her LPN. She returned to school and received her...
Dorothy Bridgham
Feb 7, 2025
Dorothy “Dottie” Bridgham, 94, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025 in Kimberly, WI. Dorothy was born on November 11, 1930 to Warren and Bessie (Wheeler) Hartwell in Duluth, MN.
After graduating from Duluth Central High School, Dottie attended the University of Minnesota, earning a degree in education and laying the foundation for a lifelong commitment to teaching. Following graduation, she...
Josh M. Werner
Feb 6, 2025
Josh Michael Werner, age 36 of Marion, WI passed away unexpectedly from health complications on February 6, 2025. He was born to Terry Werner and Lisa Sarauer (Popp) on February 8, 1988 in Appleton, WI. He worked several jobs throughout his life, ultimately working his way up to a proud assistant manager position at Dollar General. However, there was nothing...
Jean Elizabeth Langenhuizen
Feb 6, 2025
I have finally closed this earthly chapter and been welcomed into another realm of existence, joining all those I have known and loved and have gone before me. I am at peace and in the presence of my God, my Savior, and my Comforter.
I was born into this life to Gordon and Lucille (Sigl) Vandenberg. I had 12 learning years...
Larry J. Delarwelle
Feb 5, 2025
Larry John Delarwelle, 84, passed away peacefully at home on February 5, 2025. He was born on May 5, 1940, to his parents Erwin and Mayme (Dart) Delarwelle in Luxemburg, Wisconsin.
During his first years of life, his parents owned and operated a cheese factory. There he grew up alongside twin brother and best friend, Garry. He often stated that he...
John Carl Zimmerman
Feb 5, 2025
John Carl Zimmerman, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, in Appleton, WI, with his family by his side. He was born on June 20, 1940, in Plymouth, WI, to Vernon and Ruth (Beisser) Zimmerman. John was a faithful husband, father, grandfather, and friend, known for his unwavering Christian faith and dedication to his family and community. He...
Delores Barbara Schauman
Feb 4, 2025
Delores “Ginger” Schauman, age 94, passed away peacefully on the evening of Tuesday, February 4, 2025, just hours before her 95th birthday. She was born on February 5, 1930, to the late Wayne and Ruby (Reed) Nygard. Delores was preceded in death by her loving husband, Edward Erwin Schauman, with whom she shared 48 wonderful years of marriage. She was...
Gary R. Meneau
Feb 4, 2025
Gary R. Meneau, 81, passed away on February 4, 2025. He was born on April 20, 1943, to his late parents John and Helena (Molls) Meneau.
Gary was born and raised in Two Rivers Wisconsin. He graduated from Washington High School. He went on to marry his high school sweetheart Judy. Together they spent 62 wonderful years with each other and...
Richard R. Larson
Feb 3, 2025
Richard “Rick” Larson, 77, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on September 23, 1947, to his parents Roy and Madge (Schwellenbach) Larson.
Rick was born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He went to trade school for welding and fabrication. He thrived and excelled in his career and was proud of his work. His...
Joyce E. Berg
Feb 2, 2025
Joyce E. Berg (Maxam), age 74 of Appleton, WI passed away on February 2, 2025. She was born to Percy and Helen (Habeck) Maxam on July 19, 1950 in Marshfield, WI and grew up with her siblings in Freedom, WI. They all attended 1 room schools until they moved to Appleton in 1967. A year later, she graduated from Appleton...
Kathleen Mary Mielke
Feb 2, 2025
Kathleen M. Mielke, 74, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, February 2, 2025. She was born on April 19, 1950 to Douglas and Bette (Keapock) Crane. In 1968, she graduated from Menasha High School. She married Charles Mielke in 1976 and they remained together until his death in 2008.
Kathy worked most of her adult life at R.R. Donnelley...
Joan Mary Van Krey
Feb 2, 2025
Joan M. (Philipsen) Van Krey, age 86, of Kimberly, passed away surrounded by family and love at St. Paul Elder Services, Kaukauna, on Sunday February 2nd, 2025. Joan was born on May 24, 1938, in Kimberly, to the late George and Ann (Kempen) Philipsen.
She married Tony Van Krey on August 24, 1957, in Kimberly. Joan was an amazing Wife, Mother,...
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