Obituaries

Oct 19, 2024

Mary E. Daebler, age 89, passed away on Saturday October 19, 2024, in Shawano. Mary was born in 1934, in Middletown, Ohio to the late Claude and Elaine (Johnson) Meeks. She loved family and to cook for friends and her neighbors. Mary hosted many family holidays. She was a cheerleader, Boy Scout Leader, Sunday School teacher, and...

Oct 19, 2024

Dr. Rebecca A. Barr (née Barr), born May 17, 1955, passed away October 19, 2024, aged 69. She left the world much-loved.

Daughter of the late Marilyn Johnston and Dr. William Barr, Becky was born in New Orleans, moving many times in her early life amongst army bases. She and her siblings could...

Oct 17, 2024

Keith S. Powell passed away peacefully on Thursday October 17th, 2024, his 76th birthday. Born and raised in Shawano, he spent nearly his entire life in the community he cherished. A 1967 graduate of Shawano High School, Keith stayed involved throughout the years, assisting with class reunions and maintaining lifelong friendships. He served his country with honor...

Oct 16, 2024

Lorraine Delores Swett, age 83, of Keshena, passed away on October 16, 2024, in Shawano. Lorraine was born in Keshena on April 13, 1941, daughter of the late Mitchell and Elvira (Oshkenaniew) Reiter. Lorraine was united in marriage September 15, 1961, to Paul D. Swett Sr. in Milwaukee. Paul preceded Lorraine in death June 20, 2018. Lorraine...

Oct 15, 2024

Mitchell Joseph "Deeze" Maskewit, III, age 47, passed away on Tuesday October 15, 2024, at his home in Keshena. Mitchell was born on December 27, 1976, in Shawano to the late Carl "Chummy" and Sharon (Winneshiek) Maskewit, Sr. Mitchell fought a long-time battle with diabetes, which eventually led to kidney failure. Mitchell appreciated everyone's helping hands, kind...

Oct 15, 2024

David Evan Blythin, age 61, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at his home in Shawano. David was born on January 24, 1963, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late William and Norma (Gorski) Blythin. He graduated from Shawano High School in 1981 then received his bachelor's degree in natural resources from Carthage College in 1986....

Oct 13, 2024

Allen "Butch" Julian Hokenstad Jr., age 57, of Shawano, passed away unexpectedly on October 13, 2024. Born in Shawano, on  January 8, 1967, to the late Allen Hokenstad Sr. and Manda (Retzlaff) Hokenstad. Butch grew up working on the family farm in Gresham. His hard work ethic was engrained into him from those younger years. After graduating...

Oct 11, 2024

Wilhemina Faye Peters, age 61, passed away on Thursday October 11, 2024, in Neopit, Wisconsin.

Wilhemina was born in Antigo, Wisconsin on December 3, 1962, daughter of the late Walter and Veronica (Waupoose) Peters. Wilhemina was a graduate of Menominee High School. She enjoyed going to bingo and watching Packer games. She will always be remembered as...

Oct 10, 2024

Patricia Ann Reinheimer, age 88, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 10, 2024.

Pat was born on December 8, 1935, to Chester and Irene McGilsky in Two Rivers, WI.  She graduated from Mayville High School, where she was a cheerleader.  She could still do the splits and...

Oct 10, 2024

Cheryl K. "Charlie" Breitrick age 68, of Shawano, passed away after an aggressive 2-year battle with cancer on Thursday October 10, 2024, in Milwaukee. Charlie was born on October 8, 1956, in Shawano to the late Roger and Gwen (Schweitzer) Anvelink. She graduated from high school in Neenah, after high school she moved to Shawano and stayed...

Oct 9, 2024

Ruth Ellen Lewis, age 85, of Gresham, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.  Ruth was born on November 6, 1938, in Petoskey, Michigan to the late Harold and Agnes (Koboski) Lewis.  Following graduation from St. Francis Xavier High School in Petoskey, she moved to Manitowoc, Wisconsin where she attended Holy Family College.  Ruth was a former...

Oct 6, 2024

William "Bill" Eugene Wilson, Jr, age 67, of Shawano passed away on Sunday October 6, 2024, in Shawano. Born on August 15, 1957, in Hastings, Nebraska to the late William E. Sr., and Romilda A. (Waupoose) Wilson. He proudly served in the United States Airforce. William worked as a lineman for the radio and telephone communications while...

Oct 5, 2024

Ivan D. "Ike" Berndt, age 97, of Shawano beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away on Saturday October 5, 2024, surrounded by family. Ike was born on August 18, 1927, in Clintonville son of the late Henry and Sophie (Seehafer) Berndt. He attended school at St. Martins Lutheran Grade School. In Ike's early years, he enjoyed...

Oct 4, 2024

Tyler T. Chance Schreiber, age 40, of Shawano, passed away unexpectedly due to injuries sustained from a UTV accident on Friday October 4, 2024. Tyler was born on August 7, 1984, in Antigo to Elizabeth "Betty" (Kleczka) Schreiber and the late Kenneth Schreiber. He graduated from Shawano High School in 2002. He first began truck driving, which...

Oct 4, 2024

Geradette, age 69, of Neopit passed away Friday October 4, 2024, in Madison. Geradette was born on September 8, 1955, to the late Ralph and Margaret (Penass) Richmond. She attended St. Joseph Indian School and Shawano High School, graduating in 1973. She attended Marquette University in Milwaukee. Geradette also attended University of New Mexico Indian Law School in Albuquerque...

Oct 4, 2024

Lorraine Ann Allender, age 84, of Clintonville, passed away on Friday October 4, 2024, in Shawano. Lorraine was born on September 26, 1940, in Matteson to the late Raymond and Hilda (Lyons) Geise. She grew up on the family farm and showed sheep through 4-H. On October 18, 1958, Lorraine was united in marriage to David Allender....

Oct 3, 2024

Randy Otis Bohardt, age 67, of Oconto Falls passed away on Thursday October 3, 2024, in Green Bay. Randy was born on May 2, 1957, in Hennepin, Minnesota son of the late Otis "Walter" and EddaMae (Kauffman) Bohardt, Jr. Randy was employed as a sheet metal worker in the construction industry. In his free time, he enjoyed...

Sep 30, 2024

Mavis Alice Eggert, age 90, of Cecil passed away on Monday September 30, 2024, in Bonduel. Mavis was born on August 28, 1934, in the Town of Green Valley, daughter of the late Elmer and Frieda (Koehler) Naumann, Sr. Mavis graduated from Pulaski High School in 1952. On March 3, 1957, she was united in marriage to...

Sep 29, 2024

Leon Anthony Nahwahquaw, Sr., Onuahtam Namaeqsaehkaew (one enjoys catching fish) age 57, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday September 29, 2024, in Appleton. Leon was born August 29, 1967, in Claremore, Oklahoma to Bernice (Kapishkowit) Shawano and the late Dennis Nahwahquaw. On October 12, 2001, he was united in marriage to Sonja Wayka in Keshena. Leon enjoyed being...

Sep 28, 2024

Louis Albert Danielson, Jr., age 84, of Cecil, passed away on Saturday September 28, 2024, in Bonduel. Louis was born on September 1, 1940, in Shawano to the late Louis and Madonna (DeRoucher) Danielson, Sr. He graduated from Shawano High School in 1959. On September 2, 1961, Louis was married to Darline MacKenzie in Green Bay. He...