Obituaries

Nov 1, 2018

Juanita Lee Garbelman, age 97 of Shawano, passed away on Thursday, November 1, 2018. Juanita was born in Aurora, IL. on October 16, 1921, a daughter of the late Harvey John and Mazie (Stauffer) Beane.  On November 22, 1940, Juanita was united in marriage to Myron "Mike" Garbelman in Aurora, IL.  He preceded her in death on November 2, 2008. ...

Nov 1, 2018

Gary J. Borre died unexpectedly on November 1, 2018 at his home in Merrill.  Gary resided in Shawano for close to 20 years, working at Lakeland Industries.  He is survived by his brother, Roger (Ellie) and his sister, Kathleen (Rick) Loerzel. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm on Monday, July 29, 2019 at Swedberg Funeral Home...

Oct 30, 2018

Gladys A. Jacobs, age 72 of Bowler, passed away on Tuesday, October 30, 2018. Gladys was born on December 19, 1945, daughter of the late Lucy Ciush.  She enjoyed taking care of her home, gardening, tending to her flowers and plants as well as watching the birds.  Gladys supported many charities and causes throughout the years. She worked as a...

Oct 30, 2018

Helen Lottie Page, age 67 of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, October 30, 2018. Helen was born on April 20, 1951 in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Leonard and Lorraine (Schwantes) Berka, Sr.  On April 28, 1972, Helen was united in marriage to Dale John Page in Milwaukee.  She enjoyed sewing and crocheting.  Helen was a good problem solver and...

Oct 28, 2018

Bonna Verbruggen, age 70 of Shawano, passed away on Sunday, October 28, 2018 in Appleton. She was born in Shawano on February 2, 1948, a daughter of the late Fred and Lenora (Laude) Krueger.  Bonna loved cooking, canning, baking and making candy for her family and friends.  She was good at sewing, often making clothing, Barbie doll clothes and...

Oct 28, 2018

Clarence H. "Tootie" Schneider, age 83 of Cecil, passed peacefully at home with his loving wife and family at his side. He was born on the family farm in the Town of Green Valley on March 4, 1935, the son of the late Clarence G. and Margaret (Hansen) Schneider.  Clarence met his future wife, Barbara Donnelly at a dance...

Oct 24, 2018

James Lyle McGlin, age 73 of Cecil, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at his home. James was born in New London on July 4, 1945, son of the late LeRoy J. and Irene A. (Koepke) McGlin.  James enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching the Green Bay Packers and the Brewers.  He also enjoyed being with his grandchildren. James...

Oct 24, 2018

William Warren "Bill" Flauger, age 83 of Gresham, passed away on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at his home. Born in the Town of Red Springs on October 14, 1935, he was the son of the late Joseph and Minnie (Ross) Flauger.  After school, Bill enlisted in the United States Army, serving his country until his honorable discharge in November...

Oct 24, 2018

Gordon E. Robinson, Jr., age 73 of Keshena, passed away Wednesday, October 24, 2018. Born on June 8, 1945 in Chicago, IL, he is the son of the late Gordon and Josephine (Richmond) Robinson, Sr.  Gordon attended college for 2 years.  He worked for the railroad for several years before returning home 20 years ago. Gordon is survived by: two...

Oct 23, 2018

Orville D. Sherwood, age 93 of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, October 23, 2018. Orville was born on August 16, 1925 in Waukegan, IL.  On October 26, 1963, he was united in marriage to Marie Jasmer.  Marie preceded him in death in 1990.  Orville enjoyed listening to country music, watching T.V., dancing, sitting outside and going for walks.  He...

Oct 22, 2018

Harvey Edward Eggert, age 99 of Shawano, passed away in the early morning hours of October 22, 2018 at his home. Born on February 12, 1919 in the Town of Herman, he was the son of the late Paul and Minnie (Mailahn) Eggert.  On November 16, 1940, Harvey was united in marriage to Eena Anita Salzmann in Clintonville.  Eena...

Oct 22, 2018

Jeannie M. "NeNe" White, age 61 of Neopit, passed away on Monday, October 22, 2018 at her home. Jeannine was born in Keshena on March 14, 1957, the daughter of Lee White, Sr. and the late Clara Jean (Beauprey) White.  Jeannine was a free spirit.  She worked at the casino for many years and enjoyed playing bingo in her free...

Oct 20, 2018

Ila LaBonna Montour, age 87, of Shawano, passed away on October 20, 2018, in Shawano. Born on January 13, 1931 in the Town of Washington, Ila was the daughter of the late Herman and Rosetta (Rueckert) Marohl. On August 16, 1952, she was united in marriage to the late Neil L. Montour at White Clay Lake Lutheran Church. Neil...

Oct 20, 2018

William Jack Wheelock, Sr., age 41, of Neopit, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 20, 2018 in Shawano. Billy was born at Shawano Hospital on December 6, 1976 to Wayne and Barbara (Sanapaw) Wheelock, Sr.  Billy was a true woodsman and had a deep passion for the outdoors.  He loved hunting, fishing, and shanging.  Billy was an avid Packer...

Oct 19, 2018

Edwin J. 'Ed' Wilber, Sr. age 87 of Shawano, passed away on Friday, October 19, 2018.  Born on February 20, 1931 in Keshena, he is the son of the late Earl and Margaret (LaFrombois) Wilber.  Wanting to serve his country, Ed enlisted in the United States Army, where he was made a cavalry scout, despite having no formal training and...

Oct 19, 2018

Sandra M. Vahl age 68 of Shawano, died on Friday, October 19, 2018.  Born on October 3, 1950 in Illinois, she is the daughter of Mary (Zielinski) Owens and the late Edward Owens.  Sandra was united in marriage to Wayne Vahl on October 6, 1968 in Las Vegas.

Sandra is survived by her husband, Wayne; her children,...

Oct 18, 2018

Victor L. Kratzke, age 71, of Shawano, passed away at his home early Thursday morning. Born in Clintonville on June 6, 1947, Victor was a son of the late Vernon W. and Sadie (Werbelow) Kratzke, Sr.  Victor graduated from Clintonville High School and was drafted into the United States Army, where he served his country honorably for two years...

Oct 18, 2018

Robert Paiser, age 84 of Leopolis, passed away on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at his home. He was born on December 25, 1933, son of the late Vernon and Vera (Paiser) Buettner.  On November 14, 1953, Robert was united in marriage to Helen Hilda Pieper at St. Paul Lutheran Church Stony Hill.  Helen preceded him in death on August 1,...

Oct 18, 2018

Frances "Fran" Johnson, age 77 of Shawano, passed away on Thursday, October 18, 2018 in Appleton. Born in Panama on March 28, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Frances (Goodloe) Yarber.  On February 9, 1963, Frances was united in marriage to Lawrence "Larry" Johnson in Missouri.  The couple moved to Shawano in 1964 and Fran worked...

Oct 13, 2018

Carol Sue Hess, age 65 of Gresham, died on Saturday, October 13, 2018 in Appleton. Born on November 4, 1952 in Gresham, she was the daughter of the late Leonard and Vera (Hoffman) Hess.  Carol worked at Eagle Knit Sewing factory in the cutting and sewing department.  Later, she worked as a cashier at North Star Casino.  Carol was a...