Marlys M. Wordell
Feb 9, 2025
Marlys Mae Wordell, aged 82, was received into the loving arms of her Savior on the morning of February 9, 2025. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Marlys was born to Alvin and Myrtle (Wolter) Schmidt of Morrison, Wisconsin, on May 1, 1942. She was baptized in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit on May...
Harold Petta
Feb 8, 2025
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Hap Petta Memorial Service
Harold "Hap" Petta, 77, a loving husband, devoted father, and cherished friend, passed away on February 8, 2025, in Appleton, WI. He was born on January 11, 1948, in Sheboygan, WI to Harold and Margaret (Koechel) Petta.
Following his...
Shirley Ann Schmidt
Feb 7, 2025
Shirley Ann Schmidt of Kaukauna passed away on February 7, 2025 in Florida. There will be a funeral Mass for Shirley on Wednesday February 26, 2025 at 10:30 AM at St. Katharine Drexel Parish, St. Mary Church, 119 W. 7th Street in Kaukauna. There will be a visitation on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at...
Marcia Lee Lynch
Feb 7, 2025
Marcia Lee Lynch, age 75, died in her home on February 7, 2025. She was born on April 27, 1949, to parents Arthur and Elizabeth “Betty” (Burns) Lauer in Minneapolis, MN. She was raised in the Fox Valley area, graduating from Kaukauna High. Following her schooling she worked for and received her LPN. She returned to school and received her...
Dorothy Bridgham
Feb 7, 2025
Dorothy “Dottie” Bridgham, 94, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025 in Kimberly, WI. Dorothy was born on November 11, 1930 to Warren and Bessie (Wheeler) Hartwell in Duluth, MN.
After graduating from Duluth Central High School, Dottie attended the University of Minnesota, earning a degree in education and laying the foundation for a lifelong commitment to teaching. Following graduation, she...
Josh M. Werner
Feb 6, 2025
Josh Michael Werner, age 36 of Marion, WI passed away unexpectedly from health complications on February 6, 2025. He was born to Terry Werner and Lisa Sarauer (Popp) on February 8, 1988 in Appleton, WI. He worked several jobs throughout his life, ultimately working his way up to a proud assistant manager position at Dollar General. However, there was nothing...
Jean Elizabeth Langenhuizen
Feb 6, 2025
I have finally closed this earthly chapter and been welcomed into another realm of existence, joining all those I have known and loved and have gone before me. I am at peace and in the presence of my God, my Savior, and my Comforter.
I was born into this life to Gordon and Lucille (Sigl) Vandenberg. I had 12 learning years...
Larry J. Delarwelle
Feb 5, 2025
Larry John Delarwelle, 84, passed away peacefully at home on February 5, 2025. He was born on May 5, 1940, to his parents Erwin and Mayme (Dart) Delarwelle in Luxemburg, Wisconsin.
During his first years of life, his parents owned and operated a cheese factory. There he grew up alongside twin brother and best friend, Garry. He often stated that he...
John Carl Zimmerman
Feb 5, 2025
John Carl Zimmerman, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, in Appleton, WI, with his family by his side. He was born on June 20, 1940, in Plymouth, WI, to Vernon and Ruth (Beisser) Zimmerman. John was a faithful husband, father, grandfather, and friend, known for his unwavering Christian faith and dedication to his family and community. He...
Delores Barbara Schauman
Feb 4, 2025
Delores “Ginger” Schauman, age 94, passed away peacefully on the evening of Tuesday, February 4, 2025, just hours before her 95th birthday. She was born on February 5, 1930, to the late Wayne and Ruby (Reed) Nygard. Delores was preceded in death by her loving husband, Edward Erwin Schauman, with whom she shared 48 wonderful years of marriage. She was...
Gary R. Meneau
Feb 4, 2025
Gary R. Meneau, 81, passed away on February 4, 2025. He was born on April 20, 1943, to his late parents John and Helena (Molls) Meneau.
Gary was born and raised in Two Rivers Wisconsin. He graduated from Washington High School. He went on to marry his high school sweetheart Judy. Together they spent 62 wonderful years with each other and...
Richard R. Larson
Feb 3, 2025
Richard “Rick” Larson, 77, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on September 23, 1947, to his parents Roy and Madge (Schwellenbach) Larson.
Rick was born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He went to trade school for welding and fabrication. He thrived and excelled in his career and was proud of his work. His...
Joyce E. Berg
Feb 2, 2025
Joyce E. Berg (Maxam), age 74 of Appleton, WI passed away on February 2, 2025. She was born to Percy and Helen (Habeck) Maxam on July 19, 1950 in Marshfield, WI and grew up with her siblings in Freedom, WI. They all attended 1 room schools until they moved to Appleton in 1967. A year later, she graduated from Appleton...
Kathleen Mary Mielke
Feb 2, 2025
Kathleen M. Mielke, 74, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, February 2, 2025. She was born on April 19, 1950 to Douglas and Bette (Keapock) Crane. In 1968, she graduated from Menasha High School. She married Charles Mielke in 1976 and they remained together until his death in 2008.
Kathy worked most of her adult life at R.R. Donnelley...
Joan Mary Van Krey
Feb 2, 2025
Joan M. (Philipsen) Van Krey, age 86, of Kimberly, passed away surrounded by family and love at St. Paul Elder Services, Kaukauna, on Sunday February 2nd, 2025. Joan was born on May 24, 1938, in Kimberly, to the late George and Ann (Kempen) Philipsen.
She married Tony Van Krey on August 24, 1957, in Kimberly. Joan was an amazing Wife, Mother,...
Andrew Derocher
Feb 2, 2025
We will gather to celebrate Andy's life at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the Wichmann Funeral Home, located at 537 N. Superior Street in Appleton. Visitors are welcome to arrive anytime after 11:00 that morning.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial gifts be made to the “Derocher Family Charitable Fund” at the Community Foundation for...
Janet Magdalena Van Lankvelt
Feb 1, 2025
Janet Magdalena Van Lankvelt, age 93, passed away on February 1, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born on October 23, 1931, to parents Matthias and Josephina (Lauer) Backes. She graduated from Appleton West High School, 4th in her class. Following high school, she married Bernard Henry Van Lankvelt on January 16, 1954, and spent their...
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...
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