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Dennis M. Heath

Dennis M. Heath

Nov 22, 2015

Dennis Michael Heath, age 58, of Keshena, died on Sunday, November 22, 2015 in Green Bay.  Dennis was born in Keshena on February 1, 1957 to the late Allen and Agnes (Warrington) Heath.  He was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, enjoyed the outdoors, walking and visiting with family and friends.  Dennis was a devoted father and proud grandfather. ...

Shawahossoway Wahsquonaikezhik

Shawahossoway Wahsquonaikezhik

Nov 21, 2015

Shawahossoway "Skinny" "Shawash" Wahsquonaikezhik, age 29, of Neopit passed away on November 21, 2015 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.  Shawahossoway was born on July 22, 1986, in Shawano to Ernest and Annette (Dodge) Wahsquonaikezhik.  After graduating from High School, Shawahossoway joined the United States Army and served for four years, including time in Afghanistan, before earning his honorable...

Annabelle Hyrkas

Annabelle Hyrkas

Nov 21, 2015

Annabelle F. Hyrkas, age 83, of Shawano, passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2015 in Shawano.  Born on March 7, 1932 in Dancy, WI, she was the daughter of the late William and Frances (Glover) Daul.  After High School she enlisted in the United States Navy and served during the Korean Conflict, as a Naval Photographer.  She was awarded the...

Judith A Bahr

Judith A Bahr

Nov 20, 2015

God looked down and saw there was nothing more to be done and said "Judy, come home to me in heaven." Judy Ann Bahr, age 73, died peacefully at home with her family at her side after a courageous four year battle with cancer.  Judy was born in Iola, WI on July 29, 1942 to Norma (Peterson) Gregerson and the...

Tammy L. Kinney

Tammy L. Kinney

Nov 20, 2015

Tammy L. Kinney, age 49 of Neopit, passed away on Friday, November 20, 2015.  She was born on November 9, 1966 in Shawano, to the late Wayne A. "Tony" Peters Sr. and Davey Jean (Pocan) Peters.  Tammy graduated from high school in Riverside, CA.  She worked as a security officer at North Star Casino.  In her free time Tammy loved...

Donald Bywater

Donald Bywater

Nov 19, 2015

Donald J. Bywater, age 92, of Shawano, passed away on November 19, 2015 at his home.  Donald was born in Milwaukee on April 24, 1923, the son of the late James J. and Lena O. (Schmidt) Bywater.  Donald enlisted in the United States Army in 1943.  After discharge, he worked as an auto mechanic and at Allis-Chalmers...

Lorene A Pocan

Lorene A Pocan

Nov 19, 2015

Lorene Ann Pocan, Nāēnawēhtakuhkiw (Warrior Woman), age 83, began her spiritual journey on November 19, 2015 surrounded by her family.  Lorene endured a valiant struggle with Parkinson's disease for eight years.  She grew up at Crowsettlement and attended St. Joe's School in Keshena, later graduating from Shawano High School.  On September 29, 1951, she married Edmund E. Pocan.  Their family...

Paul J. Kurtz

Paul J. Kurtz

Nov 15, 2015

Paul John Kurtz born September 24, 1939 in Neenah, WI died November 15, 2015 in Shawano, WI. He is the son of the late Ruth (Jacobs) and William Kurtz. Paul is survived by his wife, Tina Kurtz, son William Kurtz (fiancée, Julie Behm), two granddaughters, Lindsey and Kristina Kurtz all of Shawano. Also survived by other relative and friends. He...

Ralph L. Schmeisser

Ralph L. Schmeisser

Nov 14, 2015

Ralph "Squirt" Schmeisser, age 88, of Shawano, died on November 14, 2015. Ralph was born in Shawano on February 4, 1927, the son of the late Walter and Hattie (Schultz) Schmeisser. Ralph worked at the Shawano Evening Leader for over 51 years. He started his career as a paperboy, moving on to the back shop, and finally as a pressman...

Willy D. Baum

Willy D. Baum

Nov 13, 2015

**Please note, the date of death at the heading of the page is incorrect, but is correct in the obituary. We do this so his obituary will appear at the top of the page** Willy D. "Bill" Baum, age 76, of Florida, formerly of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2015. Willy was born in Shawano, on June 19,...

Luella Mildred Krueger

Luella Mildred Krueger

Nov 10, 2015

Luella Mildred Krueger, age 96, of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at Birch Hill. Luella was born in the Town of Richmond on July 24, 1919, the daughter of the late Theodore and Laura (Beversdorf) Meyer. On October 21, 1944, Luella was united in marriage to Gilbert L. Krueger. Gilbert preceded her in death on February 8,...

Wayne Michael Van Der Linden

Wayne Michael Van Der Linden

Nov 9, 2015

Wayne M. Van der Linden, age 77, passed away with his family by his side on November 9, 2015, after a two year illness. Wayne was born on June 29, 1938 in Milwaukee, son of the late Sydney and Lorraine (Sonnemann) Van der Linden. He graduated from Nathan Hale High School in West Allis. He was united in marriage to...

"Chuck" Charles R. Helsinger, Sr.

"Chuck" Charles R. Helsinger, Sr.

Nov 9, 2015

"Chuck" Charles Rolland Helsinger, Sr., age 73, of Keshena, passed away on November 9, 2015 at his home. Charles was born in Milwaukee, on November 14, 1941, the son of the late Florence (Heron) Helsinger. In July of 1965, he was united in marriage to Mary Caldwell in IL. Chuck worked as an auto mechanic, but most recently was self-employed...

Lorraine Ann Heger

Lorraine Ann Heger

Nov 9, 2015

Lorraine Ann Heger, age 79, of Shawano, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2015 in Neenah. Lorraine was born on November 13, 1935 in the Town of Grant to the late Herman and Hildegard (Voight) Bucher. On June 20, 1953, Lorraine was united in marriage to Paul A. Heger, Jr. in Split Rock. She lived in Split Rock most of...

Dana J. Grignon

Dana J. Grignon

Nov 6, 2015

Dana Joseph Grignon, Sr., age 68, of Neopit, WI passed away on Friday November 6, 2015 at St Mary's Hospital, Green Bay, WI after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. Dana was born on December 29, 1946 to the late Jerome and Sunday (Tourtillott) Grignon in Shawano, WI. He grew up on the Menominee Indian Reservation and attended Shawano High...

Derrick A Perez, Sr.

Derrick A Perez, Sr.

Nov 2, 2015

Derrick Anthony "Jammer" Perez, Sr., age 55, of Keshena, died unexpectedly on Monday, November 2, 2015. Derrick was born on April 15, 1960 to Robert and Anita (Weso) Perez in Keshena. On April 17, 1982, he was united in marriage to Lynnell King in Shawano. Derrick enjoyed being in the woods, cutting firewood, trapping, bear hunting, deer hunting, and spending...

David C. Zeeman

David C. Zeeman

Oct 31, 2015

David Carl Zeeman, Sr., age 70, of Shawano, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2015. David was born on November 15, 1944 to the late Carl and Lorraine (Malliet) Zeeman in New London. David enlisted in the United States Marine Corps serving during the Vietnam War. On June 21, 1969, he was united in marriage to Merry Conklin at Zion...

Eva A Schultz

Eva A Schultz

Oct 29, 2015

Eva A. Schultz, age 88, of Shawano, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2015 in Shawano. Eva was born on September 12, 1927 in Shawano to the late Walter and Ida (Dey) Kucksdorf. On September 13, 1947, she was united in marriage to Clarence Schultz at Elias Lutheran Church in the Town of Herman. Clarence preceded her in death on...

Frederick G. Hinshelwood

Frederick G. Hinshelwood

Oct 29, 2015

Frederick Geoffrey "Fred" Hinshelwood, age 83, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2015 in Keshena. Fred was born on May 26, 1932 in Charleston, WV. to the late Valentine and Edrie (Leonhart) Hinshelwood. He served our country by enlisting in the United States Army. After his discharge, he went to the Seminary. On March 12, 1977, Fred was united in...

Wendell Askenette

Wendell Askenette

Oct 29, 2015

Wendell N. "Sim" Askenette, Nīw Nōwaeqnaen "four winds, four directions", age 66, of Keshena, passed away on October 29, 2015 at the Wisconsin Veteran's Home in King, WI. Wendell was born, September 20, 1949, in Keshena, to the late Alexander and Sue (John) Askenette. He graduated from Shawano High School in 1967 and enlisted in the United States Army in...

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