Obituaries

James L. Wenzel

James L. Wenzel

Jun 2, 2005

Age 71, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 2, 2005 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton. Jim was born in Kaukauna on January 27, 1934, son of the late Raymond and Mary (Hagel) Wenzel. He was a graduate of the Kaukauna High School, and for nearly forty years was employed at Appleton Papers’ Combined Locks Mill. In May of 1974,...

Duane L. Powell

Duane L. Powell

May 31, 2005

Age 60, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 31, 2005. Duane was born in Antigo, Wisconsin on October 13, 1944, son of the late James Powell and Beulah Powell Thomas who resides in Appleton. For many years, Duane worked as the manager of several different retail stores in Southeastern Wisconsin. Many will recall his love for flowers, and the beautiful garden...

Blanche D. Nissen Schulz

Blanche D. Nissen Schulz

May 30, 2005

Blanche Schulz, a lifelong resident of Appleton, passed away suddenly on Monday, May 30, 2005. Blanche was born September 30, 1921 to Edward and Blanche (Bement) Brinkman. In 1940, she married Robert Nissen; he preceded her in death. Blanche worked at Zwicker Knitting Mills until the time of her marriage, after which she worked part time at Fannie Farmer Candies,...

Elmer M. Brown

Elmer M. Brown

May 29, 2005

Age 83, passed away Sunday, May 29, 2005 at Colony Oaks Care Center in Appleton. Elmer was born in Appleton on February 16, 1922, son of the late Elmer and Mae (Schmidt) Brown. During World War II, he served as a member of the United States Army, and following his discharge married the former Edith Buell on November 21, 1946;...