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Mark Vincent Jackan

Mark Vincent Jackan

May 27, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of Mark Vincent Jackan announces his passing on May 27, 2023.

Born August 16, 1983 in Great Lakes, IL.  He was a loving son, caring brother and a great uncle.  Mark was a “Big Teddy Bear”, an “A” student, and a talented high school and college athlete.  He was a respected worker...

Diane R. McLain

Diane R. McLain

May 26, 2023

Diane R. McLain, age 70 of Menasha, WI passed away May 26, 2023.  She grew up in Duluth, MN and moved to Menasha, WI in 1989.  Diane was employed by Outlook Graphics for 19 years and Jansport for 7 years before retiring.  She enjoyed word search puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, gardening, and occasional trips to the casino.  Diane is survived by...

Wanda Rae Lamers

Wanda Rae Lamers

May 26, 2023

 



Wanda Rae Lamers, 75, died Friday, May 26, 2023, after a long battle with Alzheimers.  Wanda was born on November 29, 1947, daughter of the late Warren and Hazel Dewey.  She grew up in Kimberly, WI, and was a fan of sports, music, and volunteering. She was an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star for most of her life. 

 

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John Curtis Sharp

John Curtis Sharp

May 25, 2023

John Curtis “Curt” Sharp, age 81, passed away May 25, 2023.  He was born November 18, 1941, in Blue Earth, MN to John and Dorothy (Schroeder) Sharp. He grew up in Blue Earth and, following high school there, attended Mankato State University.  It was while attending Mankato State that he met Jacqueline “Jackie” Brown; they fell madly in love and married on...

Nancy Lee Lauer

Nancy Lee Lauer

May 25, 2023

Nancy Lauer, 71, passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 25, 2023, surrounded by prayer and the love of her family and friends.  She was born on March 16, 1952, in Appleton, the daughter of Jerome and Audrey (Bevers) Schmidt.  Nancy was united in marriage to Dennis Lauer on June 14, 1974, at St. Francis Catholic Church, Hollandtown.  Nancy graduated from...

Stephen J. Lemmers

Stephen J. Lemmers

May 25, 2023

Steve Lemmers, 91, unexpectedly left to meet and probably interrogate his maker on May 25, 2023. Steve was an intelligent, caring, and witty man. He loved people and loved life intensely.He played basketball, football, baseball, and did track and field at Kimberly High School. He held the school pole vaulting record for many years after graduation. He attended and played...

Jeffrey P. Wicinske

Jeffrey P. Wicinske

May 25, 2023

Jeffrey P. Wicinske, 68, of Appleton, passed away on May 25, 2023.

He was born in Appleton on July 21, 1954, to John and Lorraine Wicinske. He graduated from Appleton East high school, and then went on to join the Air Force. Jeffrey’s military service brought him to the Philippines and he spent most of his time stationed in Texas....

Richard Edward Linzmeier, Sr

Richard Edward Linzmeier, Sr

May 25, 2023

Richard “Dick” Edward Linzmeier, Sr, age 83, passed away peacefully at Cherry Meadows Hospice on May 25, 2023.  He was surrounded by his family and his loved ones.  Richard was born July 13, 1939, to Charles and Margaret (Simonar) Linzmeier; proudly wearing number “11 “on his farming jersey. He grew up on the family farm and that was where he honed his...

Grace Elaine Rohde

Grace Elaine Rohde

May 24, 2023

Grace Elaine (Peeters) Rohde, age 84, passed away May 24, 2023, at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton.  Grace was born on April 23, 1939, in Winona, MN to Chester and Amanda (Roth) Peeters. She grew up in the Fox Valley with her 7 siblings (including her twin sister).  She graduated from Menasha High School in 1957.     While working at American Can in...

Carol Ann Kruger

Carol Ann Kruger

May 23, 2023

Carol Kruger, 78, passed away gracefully on May 23rd 2023 in Menasha, WI. She was born on September 16th 1944 in Chester, PA, the daughter of Edgar and Carolyn (Weinlein) Bullen. Carol married the love of her life, Marc on December 17th 1962. They spent a little over 60 years together in a devotion most could only dream of. Their...

Karen M. Howard

Karen M. Howard

May 23, 2023

Karen M. Howard passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at the age of 78.

Karen’s lifelong passion was to be a teacher and a guide to students throughout the Kimberly area. Karen graduated from Appleton High School in 1963 and obtained a degree from the Outagamie County Teachers College in 1965 and her Bachelor of Science for Lower...

Robert Arthur Lohry

Robert Arthur Lohry

May 22, 2023

Robert Arthur Lohry (called Bob, or Rob, by his many friends) died peacefully on May 22, 2023 at the age of 97. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Elizabeth Carey, and his second wife, Jeanette Guyette.

 

Robert was born on September 29, 1925, in Mackford, Wisconsin to William and Laura (Riemer) Lohry, and had 5 siblings....

"Mickey" Bell

"Mickey" Bell

May 21, 2023

Gerard “Mickey” Bell, age 82 of Greenville, passed away on May 21, 2023. Mickey was born in Marshfield on September 10, 1940, son of the late Melvin and Aneita Bell. On August 31, 1963, Mickey married the love of his life, Ginny. They resided in Marshfield for four years before making their home in Appleton. They spent 57 years together and...

Patricia "Pat" R. (Judy) Kosiorek

Patricia "Pat" R. (Judy) Kosiorek

May 21, 2023

Patricia “Pat” R. (Judy) Kosiorek, age 84, Appleton, went home to be with her loving Lord on May 21, 2023.

Pat was born on February 13, 1939. After graduating from Appleton West high school, she earned her Business Degree from Prospect Business School in Milwaukee. She was employed as a secretary with the AASD at Roosevelt Middle School where she...

Joan Catherine Jungwirth

Joan Catherine Jungwirth

May 19, 2023

Joan C. Jungwirth, 88, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023. She was born on July 5, 1934, in Griffith, IN, the daughter of William and Veronica (Austgen) Grimmer. Joan enjoyed both international and domestic travel and completing crossword puzzles. She was an active member of the American Ex P.O.W. as a Chapter Commander, and a Red Hat Society member...

Ron C. Keberlein

Ron C. Keberlein

May 18, 2023

Ronald “Ron” Clarence Keberlein, age 79 of Menasha, WI joined God’s heavenly kingdom on May 18, 2023, surrounded by his beloved family.  He was born to Clarence and Margaret (Polacowski) Keberlein on October 3, 1943 in Appleton, WI. 

Ron, as the second oldest of a large family, started working a paper route to support his family as early as 10...

Owen Lee Sonsthagen

Owen Lee Sonsthagen

May 18, 2023

 

Kimberly – Owen Lee Sonsthagen, age 93, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2023. Owen was born on January 18, 1930, in Sheboygan, WI to Walter and Verna (Stentz) Sonsthagen.

Owen enlisted in the Army in 1948 and served with the United States Constabulary during the Cold War in occupied Germany and during the Korean War. He was very...

Yvonne Mae Bergan

Yvonne Mae Bergan

May 18, 2023

  Yvonne Mae Bergan, 93, passed away gently surrounded by her son, daughter-in-law and loving caregivers on May 18, 2023, at the Aspire Assisted Living.  Yvonne was born on April 30, 1930, in Waupaca, daughter of Ivar and Alice (Nygaard) Ekquist.  She grew up in Scandinavia, WI, and married Robert Bergan on February 7, 1959.  Yvonne worked several jobs throughout...

Gordon Theodore Lukasavage

Gordon Theodore Lukasavage

May 16, 2023

Gordon T. Lukasavage, 75, of Menasha, passed away on May 16, 2023. Gordon was born in Wisconsin on July 25, 1947, to Casmier and Leona Lukasavage.

35 years ago, Gordy married the love of his life, Linda.

Gordon served in the National Guard for several years and then worked at Albany International for over 40 years as a machinist...

John E. Meixl

John E. Meixl

May 15, 2023

John Meixl, age 79 of Kimberly, passed away at his home on Monday afternoon, May 15, 2023.  John was born in Oshkosh on March 21, 1944, son of the late Earl and Jean (Washburn) Meixl.  On January 14, 1967, he married Pat DeShaney who survives.

John loved the cottage at Lakewood, especially fishing on Maiden and Wheeler Lakes. He liked...

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