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Helen N Jahnke

Helen N Jahnke

Feb 23, 2018

Helen Norma Jahnke, age 78, of Shawano, passed away on Friday, February 23, 2018 in Appleton. Helen was born in Slinger on February 12, 1940, the daughter of the late Arthur and Stella (Raschka) Rattenbach.  After graduating from high school Helen worked as a telephone operator in Milwaukee.  While working in Milwaukee she met her future husband, Gerald J. "Zeke"...

Gerald Wawrzyniakowski

Gerald Wawrzyniakowski

Feb 22, 2018

Jerry Wawrzyniakowski passed at the age of 83, Thursday morning with his family by his side. Jerry lived a full, eventful and interesting life with purpose. He had a strong and abiding faith in God. Jerry was a factory worker for most of his life, serving a short time in the Air Force. Jerry was lucky enough to find love...

Emily E. Knuth

Emily E. Knuth

Feb 21, 2018

Emily Esther Knuth, age 88, of Town of Wescott passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 in Shawano. Emily was born in Nepeuskum, WI on July 30, 1929, the daughter of the late Archie and Esther (Griese) Schroeder.  Emily was baptized and confirmed at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Ripon. She graduated from Ripon High School in 1946.  On August...

Bernard Smith, Jr.

Bernard Smith, Jr.

Feb 21, 2018

Bernard "Gronks" Smith, Jr., age 51, of Neopit, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 in Shawano. Bernard was born in Shawano on January 4, 1967, the son of the late Bernard and Sharon (Madosh) Smith, Sr.  During school, Bernard grew up loving sports and set several school records.  He worked as a police officer for the Menominee Tribal...

Leslie "Mona" Ehlen

Leslie "Mona" Ehlen

Feb 20, 2018

Leslie "Mona" Ehlen, age 67, of New Franken, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2018 in Milwaukee. Born on October 21, 1950 in Keshena, she is the daughter of the late Emil and Helen (Grignon) Sackatook.  On June 12, 1985 she was united in marriage to James Ehlen in Green Bay.  Mona is a graduate of Shawano High School and...

Alberta Hatmaker

Alberta Hatmaker

Feb 20, 2018

Alberta Hatmaker, age 71, of Neopit passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2018 in Neopit. Alberta was born on July 10, 1946 in Keshena, the daughter of the late Harry and Lavina (Nahwahquaw) Shawano.  She enjoyed traveling to visit her family, playing bingo at the casino and she loved her cat "Tumor".  Alberta was a beautiful, kind, sweet, and loving...

David C. Aderman

David C. Aderman

Feb 20, 2018

David C. Aderman, 62, of Shawano, passed away on February 20, 2018. He was born November 14, 1955 in Shawano to the late Russell and Frances (Sperberg) Aderman. Dave attended Shawano High School and was a lifelong resident of Shawano. He was an avid outdoorsman; enjoying hunting, fishing and trapping.  Dave was a proud member of the NRA and Shadows...

Beverly L. Aschenbrener

Beverly L. Aschenbrener

Feb 19, 2018

Beverly Lou Aschenbrener, age 78, of Shawano passed away on Monday, February 19, 2018 surrounded by her family. Beverly was born on July 1, 1939 in Green Bay, the daughter of the late Raymond C. and Lucille (Stockemer) Ford.  She graduated from The Academy in Green Bay and then received her degree from St. Norbert...

Todd A. James

Todd A. James

Feb 18, 2018

Todd Allen James, age 51, of Keshena, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2018 in Shawano. Todd was born in Shawano on January 9, 1967 to Bob James and Arvilla LeRoy.  He graduated from Menominee Indian High School in 1985.  Todd served in the United States Army in the 277th Military Police Company, stationed in New Mexico, Germany and Hawaii. ...

Olin R Conner

Olin R Conner

Feb 18, 2018

Olin Ray Conner, age 70, of Gresham died on Sunday, February 18, 2018 in Appleton with his family by his side. Olin was born on April 8, 1947 in Ina, Illinois to the late Woodrow and Bernice (Mack) Conner.  On November 19, 1977, Olin was united in marriage to Dolores Munson in Kenosha.  He worked...

Stephen S. Sherman

Stephen S. Sherman

Feb 17, 2018

Stephen Stanley Sherman, age 75, of Menasha, died on Saturday, February 17, 2018 in Appleton. Born on October 7, 1942 in Illinois, he is the son of the late Foy J. and Lois K. (Fetrow) Sherman.  Stephen served our country for 6 years in the Marines.  He was united in marriage to Sharon (Welak) Biertzer on June 2, 2001 in...

Maryann L. Kojis-Zopp

Maryann L. Kojis-Zopp

Feb 16, 2018

MaryAnn L. Kojis-Zopp, age 69, of Shawano passed away on Friday, February 16, 2018 in Marshfield. MaryAnn was born in Milwaukee on September 11, 1948, the daughter of the late Albert and Louise (Sokol) Kojis.  She graduated from the University of Milwaukee, then served in the Peace Corps in the Philippines teaching early childhood.  After...

Oriean G. Quandt

Oriean G. Quandt

Feb 16, 2018

Oriean Gertrude Quandt, age 87 of Gillett, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, February 16, 2018. Oriean was born in Oconto Falls on March 5, 1930, the daughter of the late Reynold and Exzina (Fonder) Lambrecht.  Oriean was united in marriage to John C. Quandt on September 4, 1948 at Emmanuel...

Warner W. Dick

Warner W. Dick

Feb 13, 2018

Warner W. Dick, age 77, of Neopit passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 in Shawano. Warner was born in Keshena on March 15, 1940, the son of the late James and Agnes (Grignon) Dick.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, playing guitar and cards.  He also loved taking rides in the woods and being with his friends and family. Warner...

Lavera A Hilgenberg

Lavera A Hilgenberg

Feb 9, 2018

LaVera Hilgenberg, age 91, of Shawano passed away on Friday, February 9, 2018 at her home.  LaVera Ann "Vera" Schroeder Hilgenberg was born in Shawano County May 23, 1926 to August and Jessie (Martens) Schroeder. The youngest daughter of 8 children, she learned early on that integrity and hard work make you a worthy person.  Vera made friends easily and...

Myrtle E. Jacobs

Myrtle E. Jacobs

Feb 6, 2018

Myrtle Euarcha Jacobs, age 91, of West Chester, OH, formerly of Cocoa, FL and Broadview Heights, OH, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018. Myrtle was born in Blount County, TN, on July 17, 1926, the daughter of the late Ira and Eva (Kirby) Graves.  On December 17, 1957, Myrtle was united in marriage to Gerald "Jerry" Jacobs in South...

Orlen "Mickey" R. Marohl

Orlen "Mickey" R. Marohl

Feb 6, 2018

Orlen "Mickey" Marohl, age 79, of Cecil, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 in Oconto Falls. Born on January 6, 1939 in the Town of Hartland, son of the late Phillip and Lorraine (Bahr) Marohl.  Mickey graduated from Bonduel High School in 1956 and enlisted in the United States Army, serving until his honorable discharge in 1963.  Following his...

James L. Mory

James L. Mory

Feb 2, 2018

James L. Mory, age 75, of Cecil, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2018. Born on January 20, 1943 in Black Creek, son of Merlin and Mildred (Ruwoldt) Mory.  Jim graduated from Seymour High School and served in the National Guard.  He worked at Paper Converting and eventually Fabio Perini Paper Company where he was known to his coworkers as...

Larry "Moon" J Anker

Larry "Moon" J Anker

Feb 1, 2018

Larry Jack "Moon" Anker, age 65, of Shawano died on Thursday, February 1, 2018 in Appleton. Larry was born on June 9, 1952, the son of the late Marvin B. and Viola O.A. (Braun) Anker. He enlisted into the United States Army on October 23, 1970 and proudly served our country until his honorable discharge on October 15, 1973.  Moon...

Donald H Van Pay

Donald H Van Pay

Jan 31, 2018

Donald Van Pay, age 91, of Shawano, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2018. Born in Green Bay on December 15, 1926, Donald is a son of the late Elmer and Hazel (Williquette) Van Pay.  Don graduated from Green Bay West High School and went on to work as an engineer for Chicago and Northwestern Railroad for 42 years. He...

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