Obituaries

Jun 26, 2017

On Monday, June 26, 2017, the Lord called Doris Mae Kroenke to his eternal home at the age of 91. Doris was born in Clintonville on November 9, 1925, the daughter of the late William and Emma (Schauder) Schmidt.  She was baptized in June of 1926 at her parent's summer cottage.  Doris lived in the...

Jun 21, 2017

Graveside services will be held Saturday, July 1, 2017 at 10:45 a.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Cemetery in the Town of Pella for Terry Leigh Knitt, Sr., age 52, who passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center in Lafayette. Mr. Knitt was born in Clintonville, Wisconsin where he spent his first eight years, moved...

Jun 19, 2017

Jerry Olsen, also known as "Jerry from the Bamboo", passed away peacefully, at home, on Monday, June 19th, 2017, surrounded by his children and loving wife, Marty. Jerry had an enigmatic, energetic, and charismatic persona that was larger than life. His magnetic personality coupled with his clever ingenuity (along with the saint-like patience of his wife, Marty), led to their...

Jun 18, 2017

Allen Bohm, age 74 of Zachow, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2017. He was born on July 8, 1942 to the late Adolph and Mabel (Schultz) Bohm.  Allen served in the United States Army during the Vietnam era.  Allen enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially playing cards.  He was a big race fan, attending the Shawano Speedway...

Jun 17, 2017

Shirley Mae Rudesill, age 78, of Gresham, passed away at her home on Saturday, June 17, 2017. Shirley was born in the Town of Red Springs on May 13, 1939, daughter of the late Myron "Pudge" and Lillian (Mohawk) Welch.  On June 22, 1963 Shirley was united in marriage to Henry Rudesill, Henry preceded her in death on February 20,...

Jun 13, 2017

Cristy Ann Dick, age 54, of Gillet, passed away on June 13, 2017 in Appleton. Born in Chicago, IL on July 24, 1962, Cristy is the daughter of Gwendolyn (LaRock) Olson and the late Vincent Olson.  Cristy was married to Allen J. Dick in Shawano in 1981.  For Allen and Cristy family always came first.  Together, the couple had three...

Jun 13, 2017

Linda R. Radtke completed her journey on earth on June 13, 2017 in Appleton, WI. Linda was born in Shawano on August 11, 1950.  She spent her life working hard, raising her children and caring about and for others.  Linda attended River Valley Church in Shawano, enjoyed taking pictures and her church "ladies".  She enjoyed a great find at a...

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,...