Obituaries

Shirley Ann Hennessey

Shirley Ann Hennessey

Feb 7, 2024

Shirley A. Hennessey, 87, of Kimberly, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2024.  

She was born February 24, 1936, in Wrightstown, the daughter of Louis and Kathryn (Van Vreede) Hennessey.  

Shirley graduated from Wrightstown High School in 1954. She retired from Appleton Papers in 1991. She enjoyed reading, traveling, working crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles and meeting with her friends.  

She is survived by nieces and nephews Sharon (Randy) Gascoigne,...

Carol J. Boettcher

Carol J. Boettcher

Feb 6, 2024

Carol J. Boettcher, 89, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2024.

She was born on May 28, 1934 to Herman and Gladys (Swenson) Harder in Amherst, Wisconsin. On August 25, 1956 she married Jerry (Jerome) Boettcher of Merrill, Wisconsin. They lived in Antigo, Waukesha and moved to Appleton in 1966. There they lived and raised their family together, until Jerry’s death...

Marilyn A. Falk

Marilyn A. Falk

Feb 6, 2024

Marilyn Ann Falk, age 86 of Menasha, WI joined her heavenly kingdom on February 6, 2024, surrounded by her 3 children.  She was born to Donald and Madeline (Pasquale) Dine on November 17, 1937 in Lafayette, IN.  Her mother married Paul Akers – her true father who loved and cared for her.  They moved around military bases quite a lot...

Graham David Lambie

Graham David Lambie

Feb 6, 2024

Graham David Lambie, 35,  passed away unexpectedly in his home on February 6, 2024. Graham was born on November 15, 1988, to Stewart and Ruth (Beyer) Lambie at Saint Elizabeth's Hospital in Appleton, Wisconsin. He attended Huntley Elementary School, Einstein Middle School and graduated from Appleton North High School in 2007. 

Graham served in the Army in Iraq- Operation New Dawn....

Leona Marie Schultz

Leona Marie Schultz

Feb 5, 2024

Leona Marie Schultz (Tollefson), age 97 of Menasha, WI passed away on February 5, 2024.  She was born to Leo and Tyyne (Rivers) Tollefson on November 8, 1926 in L’Anse, MI, the third of 8 children.  Leona’s childhood was very happy and filled with family and friends who enjoyed outdoor activities such as skating and sledding.  Her father was an...

Andrew Clifton Walker Williams

Andrew Clifton Walker Williams

Feb 5, 2024

Andrew Clifton Walker Williams, 42, son of Shelia and Earl Williams of Ridgeville, South Carolina, went to his heavenly home on February 5, 2024, after a courageous four-and-a-half-year battle with cancer.

Andrew grew up in Ridgeville and graduated from Pinewood Prep in Summerville, SC, where he was a four-year letterman in soccer and football. His senior year he was awarded the...

Michael Roger Wittlin

Michael Roger Wittlin

Feb 4, 2024

Michael “Mike” R. Wittlin, 58, of Black Creek, passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at his farm.  

Mike was born on August 11, 1965, at St. Elizabeth Hospital (Ascension) in Appleton, to the late Clarence and Beatrice Wittlin.  

Mike had a kind, quiet demeanor. He was a thoughtful and faithful servant of God. He attended Pathways Church in Appleton, WI, where he never...

Glenn Rasmussen

Glenn Rasmussen

Feb 4, 2024

Glenn Alvin Rasmussen, Age 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 4, 2024, after a battle with cancer.  Glenn was born on October 19, 1936, in Stanley, WI, son of the late Robert and Wanda Rasmussen.  Glenn attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison where he obtained a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering in 1958.  He also completed his MBA and...

Ruth Elaine (Lanie) McReynolds

Ruth Elaine (Lanie) McReynolds

Feb 3, 2024

Ruth Elaine (Lanie) Camp McReynolds 78, was promoted to her heavenly home on February 3, 2024.  When Lanie was five years old, she received Jesus Christ as Lord, Savior and her greatest Treasure. She heard the bad news that the Bible says for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23) and that we deserve hell. Her...

Dorothy Hawley

Dorothy Hawley

Feb 2, 2024

Dorothy (Dottie) Finnegan Hawley, 84, of Appleton, WI, died on February 2, 2024.  She was born in Appleton in 1939, and graduated in, what she termed, the 3 useless majors, from UW-Madison.  She married a Naval Chaplain and raised 2 daughters while moving between states and countries with the Navy every 2 years for 20 years, until settling back in...

Ronald "Ron" Arndt

Ronald "Ron" Arndt

Feb 2, 2024

Ronald Lawrence Arndt, age 79, entered eternal life in Jesus on February 2, 2024. Ron was born on May 18, 1944, to the late Lawrence and Esther (Wrensch) Arndt. He was baptized July 2, 1944, at St John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Woodville. Ron and the love of his life, Mary (Vanden Heuvel) were married on September 18, 1967, and enjoyed...

Chris Joseph Fischer "PaPa"

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...