Obituaries

Jun 13, 2017

Kenneth "Ken" James Repinski, age 57, of Gresham, passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2017. Ken was born in Stevens Point, WI on February 1, 1960 to James Repinski and Marjorie Repinski. He lived in the Plover area until high school when his family moved to Eau Claire, WI. Ken graduated from Memorial High School in June of 1978. Ken ...

Jun 11, 2017

Frank E. Polkowski, Shawano, passed away June 11, 2017. Born in Evanston, IL, he is the son of the late Ruth (Meier) and Frank Polkowski, Sr.  He grew up in Deerfield, IL, graduated from Deerfield High School and Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL.  On November 11, 1978, Frank was united in marriage to Peggy Reed at St. John's Catholic Church...

Jun 9, 2017

Kenneth R. "Kenny" Wehmeyer, age 73, of Shawano, passed away peacefully while sleeping at his home on Friday, June 9, 2017. Born in Hammond, Indiana on June 5, 1944, Kenny is the son of the late Clarence and Nina (Croner) Wehmeyer.  Kenny was baptized and confirmed at St. James Lutheran Church and graduated from Shawano High School in 1962.  He...

Jun 7, 2017

Vicki L. Stevens, age 54, of Bowler, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at her home. Born on December 10, 1962 in Chicago, she is the daughter of the late Sandra (Richards) Martin and her father, Bernard Bowman and her dad, John Martin.  Vicki graduated from Silver Lake College and worked for the Stockbridge Munsee Tribe all her life. ...

Jun 5, 2017

William C. "Bill" Zimdars, age 70, of Leopolis, passed away on Monday, June 5, 2017 at ThedaCare Medical Center in Shawano. Bill was born on January 2, 1947 to the late Herbert and Emgard (Zahn) Zimdars.  After graduating from Marion High School in 1965, he worked at Briggs & Stratton in Milwaukee and came home every weekend to help take...

Jun 5, 2017

Surrounded by the love of her family, Betty passed peacefully in the comfort of her earthly home into her heavenly kingdom. She was a three time cancer survivor and while she couldn't beat the 4th bout, she is now in heaven claiming the ultimate victory where cancer cannot ravage her body any more. Betty was born to Milton and Violet...

Jun 3, 2017

Mary L. Gosz, age 74, of Shawano, passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2017 in Shawano. Born in Clintonville on January 17, 1943, Mary is the daughter of the late David and Mabel (Olson) McGlin.  On May 20, 1978, Mary was united in marriage to Thomas Gosz at Christus Lutheran Church in Clintonville.  She lived in the Clintonville and Shawano...

Jun 3, 2017

Darrel Raymond Weckler, age 75, of Wittenberg, passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2017 in the arms of his loving wife surrounded by his children. Darrel was born in Sturgeon Bay on June 19, 1941, the son of the late Clarence P. and Cebell (Krause) Weckler.  On August 14, 1986, he was united in marriage to Roxann Springer in Wausau. ...

May 31, 2017

Mario Joseph Waupoose Sr., of Keshena, age 51, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 in Appleton, surrounded by his family.  Born on December 21, 1965 in Shawano, Mario is the son of the late Norman Sr. and Mary (Brooks) Waupoose.  After Mario graduated from Menominee Indian High School, he enlisted in the United States...

May 30, 2017

Jack Ruffert, age 91, of Gillett, passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 in Gillett. Born on September 13, 1925 in Milwaukee, Jack is the son of the late Max and Vera (Weber) Ruffert.  He enlisted in the United States Navy during World War II, serving our country in the South Pacific aboard the USS Shamrock Bay until his honorable...

May 29, 2017

Deborah A. Corn, age 58, of Bowler, passed away on Monday, May 29, 2017 in Adams. Deborah was born in Chicago on January 2, 1959.  She is the daughter of Allen and Leona (Owens) Vele.  Deborah attended school in Bridgeview and Oak Lawn, IL before moving to Beaver Dam at the age of 16.  She was united in marriage to...

May 24, 2017

Tammy M. LaChapelle, age 47, of Bowler, passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2017. Born on October 12, 1969 in St. Paul, Minnesota, she is the daughter of William D. and Ronda (Welch) Sullivan.  Tammy was most recently employed at the Stockbridge Tribal Clinic and enjoyed doing crafts, working on the computer and talking on the telephone.

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May 24, 2017

William Edward Schoenfeld, age 62, of Shawano, passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at his home. Bill was born on August 20, 1954 in Shawano, the son of the late James and Delores (Montour) Schoenfeld.  On August 31, 1974, Bill was united in marriage to Shelby Born at Peace United Church of Christ in Shawano.  He enjoyed the outdoors,...

May 24, 2017

Clarence Henry Neitzel was born on January 24, 1929 to Herman and Martha (Dirks) Neitzel. He went home to be with the Lord on the evening of May 24, 2017 after a one year battle with cancer as a true Marine.  He was very proud of his service during the Korean War and was discharged as a Staff Sargent.  On...

May 22, 2017

Shawn Conner, age 46, of Gresham, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2017. Shawn was born in Kenosha on September 20, 1970 to Olin Conner and Georgette Franz.  He loved listening to music and reading, Metallica and Stephen King were his favorites.  Shawn was a very caring person and loved to have fun with his family and friends.  He also...

May 19, 2017

Mary Lou Buchholz, age 57, of Clintonville, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2017 in Neenah. Mary was born in Wausau on December 30, 1959, the daughter of the late Kenneth and Lorraine (Adams) Des Forge.  She is a graduate of Shawano High School and enjoyed sewing and doing crafts.  She loved animals, especially her dog, Maggie.  Mary enjoyed backyard...

May 19, 2017

Connie Retzlaff, age 61, of Shawano passed away on Friday, May 19, 2017 in Green Bay. Born on May 22, 1955 in Shawano Connie is the daughter of Betty (Werbelow) Retlaff and the late Roland "Butch" Retzlaff.  Connie graduated from Shawano High School and worked as a cashier for many years, first at Red Owl, then Country Store, and finally...

May 18, 2017

David Wegner, age 76, of Bonduel, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 18, 2017 in Green Bay. Born on March 22, 1941, son of the late Loren and Bernice (Gehm) Wegner.  David graduated from Bonduel schools in 1959 and on May 5, 1962 he was united in marriage to Sandra Bohm at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Zachow.  Together the...

May 17, 2017

Cheryl Ann Trappe Renel, age 69, of Bonduel, passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 in Green Bay. Cheryl was born in Mason City, IA on October 19, 1948, the daughter of the late Willard H. and Eva (Sawvell) Trappe.  She enjoyed camping, fishing, woodworking, sewing and quilting.  Cheryl loved attending the Hodag and listening to Bluegrass music as...

May 17, 2017

"OPAESHAGIISHEK" Kyle David Thunder, age 27, of Neopit, passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at his home. Kyle was born in Antigo on October 16, 1989, the son of the late Dewey and Donna Jean (Boivin) Thunder, Jr.  He loved being in the outdoors, weather it was spending time in the woods or hunting and fishing.  Kyle enjoyed playing...