Obituaries

Margaret L. Nitzband

Margaret L. Nitzband

Sep 3, 2022

 

Margaret L. Nitzband, age 87, of Appleton, passed away on September 3, 2022. Marge was born on July 6, 1935 to the late Karl and Florence (Geurts) Daul. She was a graduate of St. Mary High School in Menasha. On November 3, 1956 she married Del Roy “Del” Nitzband at St. Therese Catholic Church in Appleton, and he preceded...

Jeffrey Albert Meier

Jeffrey Albert Meier

Sep 2, 2022

On September 2nd, 2022, the Lord welcomed His true and faithful servant, Jeffrey Albert Meier, home to Everlasting Paradise after a brave and courageous battle with cancer.  A 15-time marathon runner, Jeffrey, surrounded by his loving wife and children, crossed the finish line of his life’s journey at the age of 73.   

Throughout his journey, Jeff lived life to the...

Catharina A. Van Oursouw

Catharina A. Van Oursouw

Sep 2, 2022

Catharina “Toos” A. Van Oursouw, age 88 of Kimberly, passed away on September 2, 2022.  Born July 18, 1934, in Veghel, the Netherlands, later moved to Oss. Emigrated to Kimberly with her husband Leo in 1958.

Prior to their marriage, Toos was friends with Leo's sister and was visiting one rainy night when his mother insisted that he take this...

Karen S. Hoerth

Karen S. Hoerth

Sep 2, 2022

Karen took her last breath on earth and her first breath in Heaven on September 2, 2022.   Karen is survived by the love of her life and soul mate Hal Hoerth, and their loving children Kari Stenz and Erin (Adam) Main. Six grandchildren; Amber (Jon), Chase (Ashley), Cole (Emily), Theo, Xander and Genevieve. Three great grandchildren: Gem, Riley, and...

Conny E. Olson

Conny E. Olson

Sep 1, 2022

“Life is good…!” After 85 years, Conny Elyse Olson (CEO), passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 1st. As the CEO of our family, she has left her mark and her legacy on all to continue. 

In her ‘get er done’ spirit, she eloped with the love of her life, Dale Emery, and together they shared 62 years of love, honor, and commitment. Through...

Dan "Rocky" Reichel

Dan "Rocky" Reichel

Aug 30, 2022

Daniel "Rocky" Reichel passed away peacefully on August 30, 2022.  

Dan was born in Appleton, Wisconsin on December 3, 1943, to Cyril and Julia (Dercks) Reichel.  He enlisted in the United States Navy in January of 1963 and served proudly for 4 years on the U.S.S Arcturus.  Dan was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the rank of E-4...

Robin J. Mykel

Robin J. Mykel

Aug 28, 2022

Robin Mykel, 65, passed away unexpectedly on August 28, 2022. He was born in Neenah on February 6, 1957, to Richard and Beverly Mykel. Robin was a self-employed handyman with a heart, performing labors of love for those around him.

Robin was a collector of many things of sentimental value. To him, everything had a purpose. He also enjoyed working...

Marie M. (Brehmer) Bousley

Marie M. (Brehmer) Bousley

Aug 28, 2022

 

Marie M. (Brehmer) Bousley, age 94, joined her Savior on Thursday, August 28, 2022, at Copperstone Assisted Living with her family by her side. She was born on August 18, 1928, the daughter of the late Frank and Frieda (Gruessing) Brehmer. Marie was employed as a dietary aide at Theda Clark Hospital for many years. Once she retired, she...

Ann Elizabeth Einspahr

Ann Elizabeth Einspahr

Aug 28, 2022

 

Ann Einspahr passed away on August 28, 2022 at The Heritage in Appleton.  She was born on November 8, 1924 at Wall Lake, Iowa.  She was a daughter of Henry and Carolyn (Wilken) Stickrod.  She graduated from Odebolt Iowa High School, attended the University of Northern Iowa and received her B.A. and Master of Science in Education (Reading) degrees...

Ronald "Ron" G. Porto

Ronald "Ron" G. Porto

Aug 27, 2022

Ronald Guy Porto, age 71 of Neenah, passed away on Saturday August 27, 2022, surrounded by family. Ron was the only son of Gaetono and Annette (Krause) Porto, who also had a daughter Patricia.  Ron was born in Neenah and grew up in Menasha where he graduated from Menasha High School. Following high school, Ron attended Milwaukee Area Technical College.  ...

Joyce Ann Van Fossen

Joyce Ann Van Fossen

Aug 27, 2022

We are heartbroken as Joyce (Merkes) Van Fossen, our treasured mom, grandma and great grandma, left this earthly life on August 27, 2022 for God’s heavenly kingdom.

 

Joyce was born on July 10, 1936 in Appleton WI to the late Walter and Della (Nettekoven) Merkes. Joyce grew up on the family farm and attended Twin Willows one room school...

Dennis F. Wautlet

Dennis F. Wautlet

Aug 27, 2022

Dennis Fabian Wautlet, age 80, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2022 peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Dennis was born in Appleton on February 9, 1942, son of the late Fabian and Rose Meyer Wautlet. Dennis was a 1960 graduate of Appleton High School. On January 4, 1964 he married his high school sweetheart, the former Sandra “Sandy” Bogenschutz....

Arden & Bill Thomas

Arden & Bill Thomas

Aug 23, 2022

 

Arden Lutz Thomas, age 88, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2022. She only had to wait eleven days for her husband, William “Bill” Ellis Thomas, age 95, to join her in heaven when he passed on September 3, 2022.

Arden was born on October 12, 1933, in Milwaukee, daughter of Albert and Gertrude (Stephenson) Lutz. Arden attended Wauwatosa...

Dorothy "Dotty" Sedo

Dorothy "Dotty" Sedo

Aug 23, 2022

Dorothy “Dotty” Claire Sedo (nee Earnest) age 84 of Darboy, WI joined her savior on August 23, 2022 after a long battle with COPD.  She was born to Noble and Dorothy (Mattson) Earnest on September 21, 1937 in Michigan.  She graduated from Houghton High School with the class of 1955.  She married the love of her life, Gary Sedo in...

Ronald J. Plamann

Ronald J. Plamann

Aug 22, 2022

Ronald Joseph Plamann, age 74, of Little Chute, passed away on August 22, 2022 at his home. Ron was born on November 26, 1947 in Appleton Wisconsin to Melvin and Virginia (Mauthe) Plamann. He was a graduate of Appleton High School, Class of 1966. After graduation he served his country as a member of the U.S. Army National Guard. On...

Alice M. Ahrens

Alice M. Ahrens

Aug 22, 2022

Alice Marie Ahrens (nee Vangrinsven) age 84 of Combined Locks, WI passed away August 22, 2022.  She was born to John and Leocadia (Stuckert) Vangrinsven on August 1, 1938.  Alice graduated from Kimberly High School with the class of 1956.  She married the love of her life, James Ahrens on June 1, 1963 and together, they raised 5 children. 

Alice...

Janice Helen Vanden Heuvel

Janice Helen Vanden Heuvel

Aug 22, 2022

Janice Vanden Heuvel, 85, passed away on Monday, August 22, 2022, at her home surrounded by family. She was born on October 26, 1936, the daughter of Leonard and Della (Olson) Kiefer. Janice was united in marriage to Myron “Mike” Vanden Heuvel on July 12, 1956, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sherwood. She was employed at Kaukauna Cheese for 30...

Robert John Orth

Robert John Orth

Aug 21, 2022

Robert John Orth was born in Long Beach, CA, on December 29th, 1943, and passed peacefully with family by his side on August 21, 2022, in Appleton, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Frederick and Emerethe Cecelia Orth, and his grandson Robert James Steinberg. Bob is survived by his wife Judith, daughter Connie Hermann (Ronald) sons...

Deb Mangum

Deb Mangum

Aug 21, 2022

Deborah Jean (Osterberg) Mangum, 66, of Kaukauna, Wisconsin, passed away on August 21, 2022.

Deb is survived by her husband, Perry Mangum; children, Jaime Newling and Colin Fackler, and stepdaughter, Crystal Mangum; father, Ralph Osterberg; sisters, Julie (John) Bueter and Sarah (Troy) Inman; granddaughter, Serenity, step-grandchildren, Juliahna, Noah, and Rylan; sister-in-law, Linda Osterberg; many nieces and nephews, extended family members,...

Dennis "Dan" Gene Figlinski

Dennis "Dan" Gene Figlinski

Aug 19, 2022

Dennis Figlinski, 75, passed away on Friday, August 19, 2022, at his home. He was born on January 23, 1947, the son of Peter and Laura (Fischer) Figlinski. Dan enjoyed working on cars, doing automotive body work, and attending auto auctions. He was employed with his father at the family business, Midway Ignition and Auto Supply, Appleton.

Dennis is survived...