Chris Joseph Fischer "PaPa"
Feb 1, 2024
Chris J. Fischer, age 71, passed away on February 1, 2024. He was born on July 16, 1952, in Neenah, the son of Benedict and Rosemary (Westenberger) Fischer. Chris’ passions were his family, grandsons, and golden retrievers. He enjoyed gardening, grilling out, listening to music and being outdoors.
Chris is survived by his daughters: Jessica (Alex) Hoffmann and Jennifer Fischer; grandsons:...
Nancy Winslow
Jan 31, 2024
Nancy Fawcett Winslow passed away January 31, 2024. Most recently, Nancy was a resident of The Heritage Senior Living facility in Appleton, Wisconsin.
Nancy was born on March 4, 1930 to Kenneth and Virginia Fawcett and grew up in Minneapolis, MN where she met her future husband, Richard Winslow in High School. Following their wedding, Nancy and Richard moved to Appleton...
Patricia Marie Vandehey
Jan 29, 2024
Patricia M. Vandehey, 91, of Kimberly, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Monday, January 29, 2024, at Oakridge Gardens due to natural causes.
Pat was born in Kimberly, Wisconsin on February 4th, 1932, the daughter of the late Andrew and Gertrude (Busch) DeLeeuw.
She was a graduate of Kimberly High School, and on January 20, 1953, married her longtime sweetheart, Jim Vandehey at Holy Name Church in...
Albert E. Breitlow
Jan 29, 2024
Al Breitlow concluded the last chapter of a well-written book on January 29, 2024 with his family at his side, together reliving the tales of each perfect page.
Chapter 1 – Early Years: Al’s life began in the small town of Rio Creek, born to the late Elmer and Violet Breitlow on September 19, 1938. His work ethic was planted early...
Paul David Skotzke
Jan 28, 2024
Paul D. Skotzke, age 79, passed away on January 28, 2024. He was born on December 8, 1944, to Edward and Julia Skotzke. On February 4, 1967, he married Irene Casey.
Survivors include his wife: Irene; children: David Skotzke and Daniel (Peg) Skotzke; grandchildren: Heather (Garret) Pick, Breanna (Tayler) Falk, and Cami Figlinski; great grandchildren: Hudson, Olivia, and Cain; a brother-in-law:...
Keith Gordon Fleming
Jan 27, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved father, devoted friend, and esteemed Army veteran, Keith Gordon Fleming. He unexpectedly passed on January 27, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering love and indomitable spirit.
Keith G. Fleming was born on August 8, 1968, in Kaukauna, to Gordon and Sandra (Schmaltz) Fleming. He served his country...
Gerald "Jerry" Jochman
Jan 27, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our brother, Jerry Jochman, 61, due to a sudden medical issue on January 27, 2024.
He was born on March 21, 1962, in Appleton, Wisconsin and graduated from Appleton West High School in 1980. Jerry enlisted in the Navy in 1984 and served on the USS Benjamin Stoddert. He continued...
Clara Mae Baumann
Jan 27, 2024
Clara Mae (Lenz) Baumann, age 95, passed away at home on January 27th, 2024. She was born on August 30th, 1928 to Joseph and Harriet (Vander Steen) Lenz. She married Henry Baumann on August 26th, 1950. He preceded her in death after 57 years of wedded bliss. Together Henry and Clara lovingly raised 5 children.
Clara was a loving mother,...
Joanne Lucille Flenz
Jan 27, 2024
Joanne Lucille Flenz, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2024, in New London, Wisconsin. She was born on June 26, 1934, in Neenah, to her loving parents Irvin and Lucille (Oettinger) Hablewitz.
Joanne attended Menasha High School. One of Joannie's proudest accomplishments was her marriage to Emil Fredrick Flenz in 1958. They built a strong and loving partnership that lasted a...
Janice Sandberg
Jan 26, 2024
Janice L. (Valentine) Sandberg, 88, formerly of Wausau, passed away on Friday, January 26, 2023, at The Heritage in Appleton.
She was born to the late Gerald and Violet (Nelson) Valentine in Suring, Wisconsin, where she grew up with her brother Jack and sister Judy. Janice spent summers of her teen years as a lifeguard at Kelly Lake and was a...
Revana ("Vannie") Irene Mader
Jan 25, 2024
Revana Irene (Helvey) Mader passed away peacefully with family by her side on January 25, 2024. She was born April 3, 1940, in Appleton, WI, to the late Loren Robert and Leola Desdemonde (Coon) Helvey. She attended Appleton West High School, graduating with the class of 1958. She married her partner in life, Alan David Mader, on November 7, 1959,...
Robert George Miller
Jan 25, 2024
Robert G. Miller, passed away on January 25, 2024, in Appleton. He leaves behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew him.
Bob was born on October 2, 1932, in Milwaukee, to Harry and Dorothy (Gieschen) Miller. He attended Rufus King High School and went on to pursue civil engineering at the University of Wisconsin Madison. Bob was...
Mildred M. "Millie" Hafeman
Jan 25, 2024
Mildred “Millie” Mabel Hafeman (Gillaume), age 96 of Appleton, WI passed away on January 25, 2024. She was born on June 26, 1927 in Appleton, WI. Millie worked for over 25 years at H.C. Prange in downtown Appleton before its unfortunate closing. Millie married Robert Hafeman in April of 1948 and together, they raised 4 wonderful children. She lived...
Christopher John Riese
Jan 25, 2024
Christopher John Riese, age 65, of Appleton, passed away on January 25, 2024 after a short illness. He was the son of John and Sancee (Bergner) Riese on November 19, 1958 in Appleton. He enjoyed bowling and in his younger days bowled several times a week. In his accomplishments you can include one 300 game and a 298 as well...
Leonard "Lenny" Carl Bartman
Jan 25, 2024
Leonard C. “Lenny” Bartman, age 88, of Appleton, passed away on January 25, 2024. Lenny was born on April 9, 1935 in Black Creek, Wisconsin to the late Carl and Erna (Winter) Bartman. On September 4, 1987 he married the love of his life, Wanda Word in Appleton, Wisconsin. Wanda preceded him in death on July 22, 2022.
Lenny was employed...
Mary Jane VanRemortel
Jan 24, 2024
Mary Jane was born April 9, 1930, to Mary (nee Guerin) and Philip Van Remortel. She graduated from Nicolet High School in West DePere where she had become very active in music through band and chorus. She was a member of the Wheaton Franciscan Sisters for thirteen years, during which time she founded and directed Emmaus Retreat House is St....
Donna Jean Mies
Jan 23, 2024
Donna Jean Mies (Tschirgi), age 84 of Appleton, WI peacefully joined her heavenly kingdom on January 23, 2024 after a battle with a long-term illness. She was born to Frank and Clara (Kohler) Tschirgi on December 19, 1939 in Neenah, WI. She graduated from Menasha High School with the class of ’58 and went on to work at Marathon for...
Evelyn Dawn Schapiro
Jan 23, 2024
Evelyn Schapiro, age 85, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2024. Born Evelyn Dawn Turner on March 21, 1946, to George and Olive (Dawn) Turner in Saskatoon, SK. She received a bachelor’s degree (with honors) in nursing and went on to become an RN in pediatric care.
Evelyn’s nature was one of caring for others. She instilled a strong sense of compassion, empathy, and fierce loyalty in both...
David John Van Denzen
Jan 22, 2024
David J. Van Denzen, 81, of Appleton, WI, passed away on January 22, 2024, in Bradenton, Florida.
David was born in Appleton, WI, on September 10, 1942, to Richard and Esther Van Denzen.
On October 28, 1972, he married the love of his life, Jeanine Laughlin.
Dave retired from Ray-o-Vac in 2004, after 21 years with them.
Dave’s love for fishing was known by...
Irene R. Biese
Jan 22, 2024
Irene R. Biese, our beloved Mother, passed away peacefully on January 22nd, 2024, following a brief illness. At the age of 84, she leaves behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and wonderful memories. She was born to her earthly life on February 12, 1939, to the late Nicholas and Esther (Van Handel) Hietpas. Irene graduated from St. John High School...
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