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...
Richard Faust
Jan 21, 2024
It is with great sadness that Richard J. Faust passed away on January 21, 2024. He was born November 9, 1971, in Kaukauna.
Richard attended Kaukauna High School, UW-Fox Cities, and Milwaukee Institute of Arts and Design.
Richard had a deep love for the arts, including painting, drawing, photography, music, theater, and movies. He had a passion for the game Chess, he...
Susan M. Wellach
Jan 21, 2024
In Loving Memory of Susan 'Sue' Wellach.
Susan 'Sue' Wellach, aged 60, passed away in Appleton, leaving behind a legacy of love and memories. Sue, an Aussie at heart, embraced life and all it offered her.
She was the soulmate, wife and best friend of Brian, creating a love story that saw her move across the world. As a loving mum, Sue...
Thomas Charles Ciske
Jan 21, 2024
Thomas Charles Ciske, 67, of Appleton, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 21, 2024.
Thomas was born in Appleton, Wisconsin on February 7, 1956, to Ralph and Elaine (Boushley) Ciske.
On April 21, 1979, Tom married the love of his life, Mary Gloede. They spent many wonderful years together.
Tom was an avid sports fan and long time Green Bay Packer season ticket holder. He loved his...
Dale F. DeWildt
Jan 20, 2024
Dale F. DeWildt, 81, passed away on January 20, 2024. He was born on May 25, 1942, the son of Albert and Charlotte DeWildt. He graduated from St. Mary’s Central, Menasha. Dale was very proud of his service in the Marine Corps Reserve. He worked in the bindery at the George Banta Company for over 40 years.
Dale loved hunting, fishing,...
Denis Deno
Jan 20, 2024
Denis Deno, age 81, passed away peacefully on the family farm surrounded by his loving children on January 20, 2024. Denis was born on July 10, 1942, son of the late Lester and Elenora (Harder) Deno. He continued the legacy of hard work set by his grandfather and father as he dedicated himself to the family dairy farm.
Denis enjoyed...
Nancy L. Frede
Jan 19, 2024
NANCY L. FREDE
Nancy L. Frede, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away on January 19, 2024 at Aspire Senior Living in Kimberly, Wisconsin.
Born on April 13, 1947, in Caledonia Wisconsin, Nancy attended Horlick High School and Gateway Technical College. She worked at Miller Brewing Company for more than 20 years and served in several positions before retiring as a Consumer Affairs Consultant.
Nancy loved animals, gardening, dancing and spending the winter months in a warmer climate. She was a member of ABATE of Wisconsin, VFW...
Romunda K. Van Asten
Jan 19, 2024
Romunda K. Van Asten, 93, the glue of our family, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2024 at Matthews Senior Living, Neenah, with family surrounding her. Romunda was born June 5, 1930 to John F. and Josephine (Meyers)Portmann at home in Woodville, WI. On July 7, 1953 she married Donald H. Van Asten at St Mary Church in Stockbridge. Together...
Jean A Wirth
Jan 17, 2024
Jeanne Wirth, age 86, passed peacefully on January 17, 2024, in Appleton. She was born to Walter and Lorena Wolf on July 14, 1937. She married John “Jack” Wirth January 27, 1955, in Springfield, Massachusetts while Jack was serving in the Air Force.
Jeanne was a strong-minded woman, just ask anyone who knew her. She spent most of her employed years...
Corinne J. Gabel
Jan 17, 2024
Corinne Joyce Gabel (Black), age 95 of Appleton, WI joined her heavenly kingdom on January 17, 2024 at the Heritage in Appleton. She was born July 21, 1928 in La Crosse, WI, the daughter of Oswald and Ruby (Larson) Black. She graduated from Logan High School in 1946 and worked as a medical stenographer until her marriage to Duane...
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