James Herbert Mielke
Jan 31, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of James Mielke, who departed this world peacefully at the age of 94 at St. Paul Elder Services in Kaukauna, Wisconsin.
Jim was born on September 28, 1930, in Appleton, Wi, to Herbert & Cecilia (Fischer) Mielke. Siblings Rosemary Garvey (Willard), Eunice Kappell (Clifford), Dorothy Mengarelli (Albert) and brother Joseph have...
Francis "Fritz" Fischer, DDS
Jan 30, 2025
Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Friend, Fritz Fischer passed away with family at his side on January 30, 2025, after a battle with Parkinson’s. “Doc” was bigger than life and will be missed by all.
Francis Michael Fischer was born in South Bend, Indiana on June 23, 1938, son of the late Ernest and Helen (Suth) Fischer. He attended Catholic high school...
Sarah Marie Nieland
Jan 30, 2025
Sarah M. Nieland, age 42, of Appleton, passed away on January 30, 2025. Sarah was born on June 16, 1982 to Larry and Jacqueline (Pavlowich) Nieland. She was a graduate of Appleton East High School Class of 2000. After graduation she attended University of Phoenix receiving an Associates Degree in Health Care Management and Globe University receiving an Associate Degree...
David Denny
Jan 29, 2025
David Denny, 71, passed away on January 29, 2025 in Appleton, WI. He was born on January 20, 1954 to Clarence and Lois (Payne) Denny.
Dave proudly served in the United States Air Force, while stationed in Germany between 1972 until 1977. He was a skilled electrical mechanic and a member of the NRA and enjoyed going hunting and fishing.
Dave will...
Kenneth P. Kolander
Jan 29, 2025
If you were unable to attend Ken's funeral service in person, you may view it here now:
Ken Kolander's Christian Funeral Service
Through the redemption we have in Christ Jesus, God welcomed his faithful servant, Kenneth Paul Kolander to his eternal home on January 29, 2025 at the age of 96 years and 6 days.
Ken was born on January 23, 1929 in...
Carol M. Seiler
Jan 28, 2025
Carol Margaret Seiler (Salm), age 88 of Little Chute, WI joined her heavenly kingdom on the night of January 28, 2025. She was born on Sept 12, 1936 to Edward and Irene (Abendroth) Salm and raised in Appleton along with 4 sisters and 1 brother. She lived her whole life in Appleton and in Little Chute. She was married to...
Alexander W. Wilkes, MD
Jan 27, 2025
Alexander Warren Wilkes, 39, of Appleton, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 27, 2025. A devoted father, husband, son, and brother, Alex will always be remembered for his passion for life, his unwavering empathy, and his deep love for his family and friends.
Born on September 3, 1985, Alex was one of three children to Jim and Donna Wilkes of...
Remi Lou Luedtke
Jan 27, 2025
Baby Remi Lou Luedtke left this earthly plane before she could fully enter into her life on January 27, 2025. She was the inspired hope of Andrew and Chelsea (Seymour) Luedtke and was the first to hold their hopes and dreams.
Chelsea and Andy chose the name Remi because they knew in their hearts it would match her spunky self. Her...
Brian T. Strelow
Jan 26, 2025
Brian Todd Strelow, age 66, passed away at his home on Sunday January 26, 2025. He was born on November 27, 1958, in Appleton, WI, the son of Wayne and Joan (Scheibe) Strelow. He graduated from Fox Valley Lutheran in 1977, and on April 8, 1978, married his high school sweetheart Jody Rockteschel at St Matthews Evangelical Lutheran Church where...
Carol Ann Tourville
Jan 26, 2025
Carol Ann (Romenesko) Tourville, 87, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025, in her home surrounded by her loving husband Chuck Neuser and the love of family members.
Carol was born on October 4, 1937, in Little Chute, WI, the daughter of Leonard and Geraldine (Gerry) Romenesko. Carol married Claude F. Tourville, Jr. on September 29, 1956, and after his passing...
Jane Helen Hooyman
Jan 25, 2025
With faith and the promise of eternal life, Jane Helen Hooyman peacefully entered the presence of the Lord on January 25, 2025 at the age of 77. Jane was born on December 6, 1947 to Gordon & Lucille Vandenberg. On August 29, 1969, Jane married Dennis Hooyman of Kimberly.
She brought immeasurable joy and light into our lives with her kind...
Mathew H. Otto
Jan 25, 2025
Mathew H. Otto, age 66, of Appleton passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Matt conquered many cancers over the years, but eventually succumbed to FTD/PICK’s disease on January 25, 2025. He was born December 20, 1958 in Maryland, son of Lois and Darwin Otto. Matt married the love of his life Vonda Otto on September 28, 1991.
Matt...
Veronica A. Herzberg
Jan 25, 2025
Veronica Agnes Herzberg, 91, of Menasha, WI passed away at Oakridge Gardens Nursing Home.
Veronica was born on March 10, 1933 in Greenville. Daughter of the late George and Josephine (Kiley) Tennie. She worked as a homemaker, raising her two children. Veronica enjoyed baking, cross country skiing, painting, making crafts, and listening to baseball games. Traveling was always in her blood....
Joseph Walsh
Jan 23, 2025
If you are unable to attend the service in person, it will be broadcast live by following the link below:
Livestream of Joseph Walsh Memorial
Joseph F. Walsh, age 92, of Kaukauna, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and the caring staff of St. Paul Elder Services. Until his final day, he was affectionately referred to...
Susan Marie Gerhardt
Jan 22, 2025
Susan M. Gerhardt, 68, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. She was born on February 1, 1956, in Appleton, the twelfth child of Albert George and Sara Marie (Shock) Gerhardt.
Susan graduated from Appleton East High School in 1974 and was employed with Appleton Papers for 33 years as a forklift driver. She loved animals, especially her dog Mayhem,...
James R. Krull
Jan 21, 2025
James “Gramps” R. Krull, 93, passed away on January 21, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born on June 12, 1931 in Nichols, Wisconsin to John and Luella (Gottschalk) Krull.
James married Virginia A. Wippich on June 11, 1955, together they enjoyed 69 years. Jim served in the Marine Corps from 1951 to 1954. He worked at Appleton Papers for...
Brian P. Moore, MD
Jan 21, 2025
Husband, Father, Grandfather, Pathologist, Fisherman, Champion
Brian P. Moore passed peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. A longtime resident of Appleton, he and his wife Linda raised their family on Front Street, near Pierce Park, for over 40 years.
As a navy brat, having 20+ addresses before college, he and Linda wanted a permanent address to call home. UW-Madison...
Karen Sue Altekruse
Jan 20, 2025
Karen Sue (Priegel) Altekruse, age 59, passed away on January 20, 2025, in Key Largo, FL, following a months-long battle with pancreatic cancer. Karen was fulfilling many of her “bucket list” items at the time she left this world. Karen was born on March 23, 1965, in Milwaukee, WI to Donald and Irene (Dwornick) Priegel, the youngest of 6 children....
Amanda Michelle Van Dalen
Jan 19, 2025
In the early morning hours of January 19th, after bravely enduring months of cancer, Amanda Michelle Van Dalen passed away at home, embraced by her family. Her passing leaves holes in the hearts of loved ones that can never be fully mended. Amanda's love will forever linger on in all those fortunate enough to have experienced her.
Authentically wholehearted, Amanda loved...
Ronald Floyd Peters
Jan 19, 2025
Ronald Floyd Peters of Appleton died unexpectedly at his home on January 19th, 2025, with his wife of 50 years by his side. Born May 11, 1952, to Floyd and Althea (Spreeman) Peters in Appleton WI. Graduating from Fox Valley Lutheran, Ron would spend his summers working at his neighbor’s business Earls Rides travelling throughout Wisconsin. One night out bowling,...
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