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Robert L Waukau
Jan 17, 2017
Robert Lloyd Waukau, age 77, of West Allis, formerly of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 in Milwaukee. Robert was born in Keshena on December 14, 1939, son of the late Joseph "Al" and Elva (Newton) Waukau. He graduated from Shawano High School with the class of 1959. Following high school, Robert enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps...
Roger L. House
Jan 16, 2017
Roger L. "Chief" House, age 85, of Salem, Wisconsin, died on January 16, 2017 at his home. Roger was born in Keshena on August 30, 1931, the son of the late Fred and Rhoda (Oshkosh) House. Roger attended school in Keshena. On January 16, 1954, Roger was united in marriage to Gloria Kitson who preceded him in death on March...
Dylan James Kroening
Jan 14, 2017
Dylan Kroening, age 22, of Shawano, died unexpectedly on Saturday, January 14, 2017. Dylan was born on October 11, 1994 in Shawano, son of Jeff Kroening and Sandra (Weisnicht) Washkuhn. Dylan graduated from Bonduel High School in 2012 and attended the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and NWTC. Dylan enjoyed many things, including, hunting, fishing, video...
Genevieve M. Reinke
Jan 11, 2017
Genevieve M. "Gena" Reinke, age 81, of Angelica, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at her home with her husband by her side. Born on June 5, 1935, in Two Rivers, Genevieve was the daughter of the late Arthur and Marie (Burg) DeBauch. Gena grew up in Gillett. After graduating from high school she met, and was united in...
Percy G. Schwerke
Jan 10, 2017
Percy G. Schwerke Jr. 83 of Shawano, passed away at ThedaCare in Neenah from injuries sustained during a fall on January 10, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. He was born Hiram Gass on July 19, 1933 to Hayden and Viola Gass. His mother Viola died during his birth. He was adopted by Percy and Rose (Sperberg) Schwerke on September...
Lavonna R Rush
Jan 9, 2017
LaVonna Rae Rush, age 69, of Shawano, passed away on Monday, January 9, 2017 at her home. LaVonna was born in Shawano on November 19, 1947 to the late Winifred "Pudge" and Dorothy (Owen) Huntington. On April 8, 1967, she was united in marriage to James Rush in Gillett. LaVonna was an avid Brewer fan and collects Brewer bobble heads. ...
Kate Page
Jan 8, 2017
Kate Page, age 40, of Hatley, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 8, 2017. Kate was born in Shawano on June 3, 1976 to Charles and Marti Matyska. After graduating from high school Kate earned a bachelor's degree, from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point, in Urban Forestry. She worked for a short time in the Czech Republic before returning...
Robert G. Kieslich
Jan 7, 2017
Robert Gary Kieslich, 76, of Shawano, passed away January 7th. Bob was born March 21st, 1940 in Elcho Wisconsin. He graduated from Elcho High School and continued on to receive a Bachelor's of Education Degree from the University of Stevens Point. He then continued his education and received a Master's Degree in Education Administration from The University of Wisconsin Superior. ...
Donald R. Bellanger
Jan 6, 2017
Donald R. "Auggie" Bellanger aka Sawan, age 52, of Keshena, started his journey on Friday, January 6, 2017 in Fargo, North Dakota. Donald was born in Chicago on June 2, 1964, to the late Harvey E. and Janice M. (Corn) Bellanger. He enjoyed going to the casino, playing bingo, and "twirling". More than anything, Donald loved spending time with family....
Larry A. Gipp
Jan 6, 2017
Larry A. Gipp passed away on Friday, January 6, 2017 at Evergreen Care Center of Shawano from a lengthy illness. Larry was born in the town of Hartland, Shawano County, to the late Arthur and Myrtle (Deering) Gipp on March 24, 1937. He graduated from Bonduel High School in 1954. After high school, he drove an egg route truck for...
Francis "Ike" H. Zeitler
Jan 3, 2017
Francis "Ike" H. Zeitler, age 82, of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 in Shawano. Francis was born in Milwaukee on June 27, 1934 to the late Edward and Margaret (Hubbard) Zeitler. After high school Ike enlisted in the United States Army and served his country honorably during the Korean Conflict. Upon returning from the service he worked...
Douglas M. Martin, Sr.
Jan 2, 2017
Douglas Michael Martin, Sr., age 64, of Keshena, passed away on Monday January 2, 2017 at his home. Douglas was born in Keshena on January 26, 1952 to the late Alex and Mary (Waukechon) Martin. He served our country by enlisting in the United States Navy. On April 7, 1984, Douglas was united in marriage to Nola Klosterman in Keshena. ...
Alex "Keketow Awaehsaeh" Cox
Dec 29, 2016
Alex Cox, age 24, of Keshena, unexpectedly entered the spirit world on December 17, 2016. He is the Son of Jana Cox and the late Edward Martin. He attended Menominee Schools and graduated from Menominee Indian High School in 2008. He was previously employed as a Table Games Operator and very much enjoyed doing his work. He also enjoyed playing...
Gustav A. Drage
Dec 28, 2016
Gustav Allan Drage, age 93, of Town of Hartland, passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 in Green Bay. Born in the Town of Hartland on September 27, 1923, he was the son of the late Gustav and Emma (Pitt) Drage. On June 2, 1951, he was united in marriage to Celia Quandt at Zion Lutheran Church in Zachow. Celia...
Eunice Lorraine Safford
Dec 27, 2016
Eunice Lorraine Safford, age 93, of Nebraska, formerly of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 in Nebraska. Born on September 2, 1923 in Langlade County, she is the daughter of the late Benjamin and Alma (Fultz) Mauk. On August 7, 1940 Lorraine was united in marriage to Erie Safford in Iowa, who preceded her in death on October...
Kathleen-Jo Hanke
Dec 26, 2016
Kathleen-Jo Hanke, age 59, of the Town of Wescott, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2016 at her home, surrounded by her family. She was the born on August 14, 1957, in Milwaukee. She is the daughter of the late William and Joyce (Breckenridge) Nauertz. She graduated from Milwaukee Lutheran High School in 1975.  Kathy Jo was united in marriage...
Cecelia E. Page
Dec 26, 2016
Cecelia Elizabeth Page, age 79, of Shawano, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2016 in Appleton. Born on August 23, 1937 in Neenah, she was the daughter of the late Herman and Elizabeth (Young) Meulemans. She was united in marriage to Roland Page, who preceded her in death on June 17, 2005. Cecelia enjoyed reading...
Averil Gene Brown
Dec 26, 2016
Averil Gene Brown, age 91 of Shawano, passed on to glory on Monday, December 26, 2016. She was born in Janesville, Wisconsin on September 29, 1925, to the late Frank and Mamie (Christiansen) Craig. At an early age, she and her mother, moved to Pulcifer. Her mother then married Jim Brummel who was a wonderful step-father and grandfather to her...
Joseph S Slowikowski
Dec 25, 2016
Joseph S. "Joe" Slowikowski, age 68 of Ringle, died on Sunday, December 25, 2016 with his family by his side in Wausau. He was born on February 23, 1948 in Milwaukee, to the late Walter and Madelin (Dalley) Slowikowski. Joe was united in marriage to Christine Sell on June 24, 1970, in Wauwatosa. The couple owned and operated The Pool...
John C. Quandt
Dec 24, 2016
John Carl Quandt, age 92, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 24, 2016, at Serenity Gardens Assisted Living of Gillett. John was born in Oconto County on October 31, 1924 to the late Chris and Anna (Zieries) Quandt. He was baptized on November 16, 1924 and confirmed on June...
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