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Vera D Miller-Kopan
Sep 22, 2014
Vera D. Miller-Kopan, age 93 of Shawano, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2014 in Shawano. She was born on October 25, 1920, in the Township of Red Springs, to the late William and Minerva (Tousey) Bogda. On December 27, 1947, she was united in marriage to Dale I. Miller. He preceded her in death on January 29, 1975. Lucky...
Charlotte Edna Rysewyk
Sep 21, 2014
Charlotte E. Rysewyk, age 83 of Shawano, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2014 in Green Bay. She was born on December 2, 1930 in Birnamwood to the late Robert and Lora (Randall) Tabbert. Charlotte was united in marriage on June 21, 1952 to Albert Rysewyk. Albert preceded her in death on December 26, 1997. Charlotte worked at the Shawano...
Martin J. Hess
Sep 21, 2014
Martin "Mike" J. Hess Sr., age 77 of Shawano, WI, formerly of Des Plaines, IL passed away on September 21, 2014 in Shawano. Born on January 24, 1937 in Des Plaines, IL he is the son of the late Joseph and Johanna (Drenth) Hess. In 1957 Mike enlisted in the United States Army and served during the Korean War until...
Elmo C. Wolf
Sep 21, 2014
Elmo C. Wolf, age 88, was welcomed home by his heavenly Father on Sunday, September 21, 2014. Elmo was born on February 25, 1926 to Louis and Margaret (Lemke) Wolf in the Town of Washington, Shawano County. He graduated from Bonduel High School. In his earlier years he enjoyed working on the family farm. On May 31, 1958, he married...
James F Nelson
Sep 18, 2014
James F. Nelson, age 78 of Shawano, passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2014 in Shawano. He was born on February 23, 1936 to the late Reuben & Hazel (Tollerud) Nelson. Jim is a graduate of Michigan State University in 1960 and sang in the Michigan State Men's Glee Club. On November 11, 1961 he was united in marriage to...
James W Knuese
Sep 17, 2014
James W. Knuese, age 64 of Shawano, passed away at home on Wednesday, September 17, 2014. James was born on June 27, 1950 in Milwaukee to the late Ray and Ruth Knuese. James was a peaceful, kind hearted man who loved having fun with his family and friends. James is survived by: his significant other, Joleen Hawpetoss; his children, Kristen...
Michael J Smith
Sep 17, 2014
Michael J. Smith, age 48 of Keshena, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 in Green Bay. Michael was born on October 8, 1965 in Shawano to Joseph L. and Dorothy (Winneshiek) Smith. Michael lived most of his life in the Neopit area and worked at Menominee Tribal Enterprises. He enjoyed riding around, hunting, fishing and most importantly Michael loved...
Joseph N. Brazgel, Jr.
Sep 17, 2014
Joseph N. Brazgel, Jr., age 80 of Shawano, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at his home. He was born on June 18, 1934 to the late Joseph N. and Phyllis (Hapak) Brazgel, Sr. Joseph served his country by enlisting in the Air Force. He loved music and enjoyed playing the guitar. Joseph also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Most...
Eleanor Martin
Sep 16, 2014
Eleanor Martin, age 82, of Gresham, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2014. She was born on March 4, 1932 in the Town of Seneca to the late Louis J. and Sophronia (Doxtator) Hammer. On August 2, 1948 she was united in marriage to Harvey Martin who preceded her in death on August 14, 2000. Eleanor is survived by: her...
Walter Wayne Erdmann
Sep 16, 2014
Walter W. Erdmann, age 62 of Marinette, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2014. Walter was born in Shawano on May 9, 1952 to the late Roy and Elaine (Hopper) Erdmann. He graduated from Shawano High School in 1970. Walter enlisted in the Army and served in Vietnam. Walter enjoyed his visits with the veterans and playing cards with them,...
Dennis Lloyd Cairns
Sep 15, 2014
Dennis L. Cairns, age 70 of Bonduel, died at home on Monday, September 15, 2014, having lived a life long journey with Type I diabetes since childhood. Born on July 15, 1944 in River Falls, he is the son of the late Lloyd and Florence (Cornwell) Cairns. On August 28, 1965, Dennis was united in marriage to Karen J. Hart...
Claire Tucker
Sep 15, 2014
Claire A. Tucker, age 79 of Neopit, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2014. She was born on February 8, 1935 to the late Leonard and Mary (Lawe) Tucker. Claire was born in Keshena and lived in California, Hawaii and Chicago and returning to Neopit. She was the first female Marine from the Menominee Reservation. Claire is survived by: her...
Elinor I Strong
Sep 14, 2014
Elinor I. Strong, age 93 of Shawano, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2014. Born on August 29, 1921 in Brillion, WI she is the daughter of the late Ferdinand and Lambordena (VanHolls) Richter. On September 3, 1940 Elinor was united in marriage to Harry J. Strong who preceded her in death. Elinor was President of the Clintonville VFW in...
Sanford "Butch" K Hoffman
Sep 12, 2014
Sanford K. "Butch" Hoffman, 76, Shawano, formerly of Gresham, began his Eternal journey returning to his Father in Heaven on Friday, September 12th, 2014 after a brief but terminal illness. Born on January 30th, 1938, Herman Township, Shawano County, Sanford was the son of the late Alexander and Selma A. (Heins) Hoffman. He was united in marriage to Carol M....
Albert A Voelz, Jr.
Sep 11, 2014
Albert A. Voelz, Jr., age 79 of Tigerton, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2014. Born on January 20, 1935 on his family dairy farm, he was the son of the late Albert E. and Amanda (Reinke) Voelz, Sr. Albert graduated from Bowler High School and later went on to technical school in Wausau where he earned his Associates degree...
June Miller
Sep 7, 2014
As of 12:15 9/10/14 all services including visitation & wake service has been moved to the Neopit Community Center. June Miller, age 90 of Neopit, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2014 at home surrounded by her family. She was born on July 25, 1924 to the late Frederick and Sarah Ann (Duquain) Tebeau. June was a nurse and worked at...
Ruth Anna Gudinas
Sep 5, 2014
Ruth Anna Gudinas completed her full circle and walked on from this earthly life on Friday night, September 5, 2014, at the age of 82 years. Ruth lived an extraordinary life of love, laughter, and genuine service to others through all her years. These last years, Ruth lived with Alzheimer's disease - and she did so with grace, good humor...
Kenny J. Latender
Sep 4, 2014
Kenny J. LaTender, age 39 of Middle Village, passed away on September 4, 2014 in Green Bay. Kenny was born on September 19, 1974 in Merrill, Wisconsin to Simon and Carol (Vigue) LaTender. On June 7, 1997 Kenny was united in marriage to MeShan Beauprey. He worked and lived all his life on the Menominee Reservation. Kenny was a great...
Ruth L Miller
Sep 2, 2014
Ruth L. Miller, age 90 of the Town of Herman, passed away on September 2, 2014 in Oconto Falls. Born on February 11, 1924 in Dupont, WI, she was the daughter of the late William and Lilly (Arndt) Begrow. On October 9, 1943 Ruth was united in marriage to Carl L. Miller who preceded her in death on July 19,...
Cecil G Reedy
Sep 1, 2014
Cecil Reedy, age 85 of Gresham, passed away September 1, 2014. He was born on February 8, 1929 to the late George and Elenore (Schoenfeld) Reedy. On December 12, 1950 Cecil enlisted in the United States Army and served his country for 2 years before being honorably discharged. On July 11, 1959, Cecil was united in marriage to Esther Buth....
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