Joan Catherine Geenen
Oct 9, 2024
Joan (Jo), beloved wife, mother to three, and grandmother to four, passed away in Appleton, Wisconsin peacefully on October 9, after a decades-long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Despite her health challenges, she maintained her strong faith in God and His plan for her and her family until the end.
Joan was born in Antigo, Wisconsin in 1938 to Rosa and Leo...
Maria A. Jesse
Oct 7, 2024
Maria A. Jesse (Schultz), age 78, of Menasha, passed away peacefully at her home on October 7, 2024. Maria was born on December 18, 1945, to Russell Schultz and Ann (Gazzillo) Schultz in Appleton, Wisconsin. On January 28, 1967, Maria was married to Allen Jesse in Appleton.
Maria spent most of her life as a mother and a homemaker. As her...
Adele Ilona Witek
Oct 6, 2024
Adele Ilona Witek, 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday October 6, 2024 at her home with her family by her side.
Adele was a wonderful and loving wife, mother and grandmother and was a woman never afraid to tackle a challenge. She was an amazing artisan with a wide range of creative interests but excelled in creating beautiful pieces of Norwegian...
Lee J. Murphy
Oct 6, 2024
Lee Murphy, age 91, originally of Menasha, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024, at New Perspective Senior Living in Franklin, Wisconsin. Lee was born September 25, 1933, in Appleton, son of the late Clement and Evelyn (Vanden Brand) Murphy. He was a 1952 graduate of St. Mary Central High School and in 2010 was nominated for their Hall of Fame....
Nancy L. Bevers
Oct 5, 2024
Nancy Lee Bevers (Head) age 90 of Appleton, WI joined the choirs of angels in heaven on October 5, 2024. She was born to Daniel and Marie (Murphy) Head on July 2, 1934 in Stockbridge, WI. She met the love of her life, David “Bucky” Bevers and they were married in November of 1952 and together, they raised 5 children.
If...
Gary Robert Weiher
Oct 4, 2024
Gary Robert Weiher, age 79 from Franklin, WI, passed away on October 4, 2024, at Heritage Retirement Community in Appleton, WI after a long battle with cancer. He was born on October 21, 1944, to parents Robert Weiher and Carol Volkman in Akron, OH. Gary grew up in Milwaukee, WI with his mother and brother Douglas before graduating from Pius...
Tommy Lee Howard Jr.
Oct 4, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Tommy Lee Howard Jr born on June 15, 1971, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He started his spiritual journey on October 4th 2024.
Tommy was a beloved dad who would have done anything for his family, known for his kind heart and infectious laughter. Tommy was a dedicated worker and a...
Emil C. Kuba
Oct 4, 2024
Emil C. “Butch” Kuba was granted Eternal Rest on October 4, 2024. He was born October 26, 1951, in Appleton to Rosella and Emil Kuba. Butch attended Sacred Heart Grade School and Appleton High School before graduating from Appleton East High School in 1969. He married Mary Jo “Micky” (Clemons) Kuba on May 12, 1973, at Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church....
Jerry Lee Gronholz
Oct 4, 2024
Jerry Lee Gronholz, 84, stepped into life in heaven on October 4, 2024, just 9 days short of 85 years. Jerry was born in New Ulm, Minnesota to the late Arthur and Adelgunde (Wacker) Gronholz on October 13, 1939.
He became a child of God through baptism at St. John’s Lutheran Church in New Ulm. He was instructed in the truths...
Doris Mae Peters
Oct 1, 2024
Doris M. Peters, 92, of Kimberly, WI, passed peacefully into the joy of her heavenly home on October 1, 2024.
Her life began in Fairchild as the middle child of seven born to Henry and Eda Emanuel. Her small-town roots, modest upbringing, and her family's emphasis on faith ingrained in Doris the characteristics she displayed all her life: frugality, kindness, generosity,...
Debbi Weiland
Oct 1, 2024
Debbi Weiland, 67, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2024, in Appleton, Wisconsin. Debbi was born on April 11, 1957, in Medford, Wisconsin, the daughter of Allan and Midge (Margaret Weber) Thielke.
Debbi attended Medford High School, where she showcased her talents as a synchronized swimmer, cheerleader, and baton thrower. Her vibrant spirit...
Kenneth Earl De Goey
Oct 1, 2024
“Hey Kenny, the golf cart has headed down the fairway, and it looks like another Hole in One.”
Kenneth E. De Goey, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, has taken his final journey, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and kindness.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Sandra (Resch) De Goey; daughter Lori (Gerry) Post;...
Robert "Bob" L. Reinke
Sep 30, 2024
Robert L. “Bob” Reinke, age 75, of Appleton, passed away on September 30, 2024. Bob was born on April 4, 1949 in Appleton to the late George and Antoinette (Coenen) Reinke. Bob was a graduate of Appleton East High School, Class of 1968. He married the former Susie Strobl on May 9, 1970 and they enjoyed nearly 42 years together...
Brett Lawrence Parker
Sep 29, 2024
In loving memory of Brett Lawrence Parker, age 66, born Tuesday June 24,1958, in Appleton, WI. He is the son of the late Donald and Elaine (Sievert) Parker. Brett married Linda Taggart on August 23, 1997. He worked at R. Sabee Co. for 46 years.
Brett is survived by his wife Linda, brother Gregg (Rebecca), niece Sara (Phelan), and their son...
Allan Lee Adams
Sep 29, 2024
Allan Lee Adams, 71, passed away on September 29, 2024 in Little Chute, Wisconsin. Al was born on April 4, 1953, in Menomonee, Wisconsin to Donald and Mildred (Lindquist) Adams.
A proud graduate of Menomonee High School. He was a dedicated and dependable individual. He had a great sense of humor. His laughter and joy were contagious, bringing happiness to gatherings,...
Denise M. Tessen
Sep 29, 2024
Denise Margaret (Myhill) Tessen, age 60, passed away on September 29, 2024. Denise was born on December 15, 1963, to parents William and Darlene (Wilson) Myhill in Milwaukee, WI. She lived in Milwaukee until she was 18, and moved to Winchester and began a family. The family moved to Louisiana until a return to Wisconsin brought a chance encounter by...
William G. Goodness
Sep 28, 2024
William G. Goodness passed peacefully from this beautiful life Saturday September 28, 2024. He fantasized about meeting his maker at the business end of gun held by a crazed, jealous husband. He told this joke often when contemplating his inevitable end. But fate had other plans. Contrary to his wishes, William passed peacefully in his favorite chair, taking his last...
Richard William Helms
Sep 28, 2024
Richard William Helms, 76, passed away at his Kaukauna home on September 28, 2024, in the presence of family. Richard was born in Appleton on September 14, 1948, to Raymond and Lila (Mantei) Helms.
Dick graduated from Appleton High School in 1966. He served in the Army from 1968 through 1970, including a tour in Vietnam. He worked as a machinist...
Thomas Grade
Sep 28, 2024
Thomas E. Grade, 70, passed away unexpectedly on September 28, 2024, in Menasha, WI. He was born on June 20, 1954, to Thomas and Jean (Bretthauer) Grade.
Tom graduated from Menasha High School in 1972 then went to college at University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh and transferred to University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee in 1974. He took some time off to...
Marion A. Merkl
Sep 28, 2024
Marion Amanda Merkl (Schabow) passed into her eternal home with God on September 28, 2024. She was born on January 13, 1931 to the late Herbert and Nathalie (Hersekorn) Schabow. She was received into God’s kingdom through the waters of Holy Baptism on February 8, 1931 at St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church and confirmed her faith there on April 2,...
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