Obituaries

Jun 24, 2023

Annette M. Wahsquonaikezhik, age 67, passed away on Saturday June 24, 2023, in Keshena. She was born on May 5, 1956, in Shawano to the late Frank and Evangeline (Dodge) Nunway. Annette worked as a CNA for a majority of her life. She was united in marriage to Ernest Wahsquonaikezhik Sr. who later passed away on November...

Jun 24, 2023

Jennifer Marie Johnson Wild, 52, passed away peacefully at home on June 24, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Through surgeries and cancer treatments over the last several years, Jen maintained a positive attitude. As 2 Corinthians 1 describes, she went through hardships, and she comforted others because of the hope and strength she found through those experiences....

Jun 23, 2023

Joseph L. Tilkens, age 62, passed away on Friday June 23, 2023, in Shawano. Joseph was born on January 19, 1961, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to the late Lyle and Judy (Stordeaur) Tilkens. He worked 30 years in New York, before returning to the Shawano area in 2019. Joseph spent his free time hunting and fishing.

Jun 21, 2023

David S. Gaza, age 80, of Shawano, passed away on Wednesday June 21, 2023, following a 12 year, valiantly fought, battle with cancer, after unselfishly participating in a clinical trial that afforded him 11 years of remission, but the "Big C" is a battle that is never won. David was born in Milwaukee on November 19, 1942,...

Jun 20, 2023

Marilyn Joan Neubauer, age 91, of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday June 20, 2023, surrounded by her family. Marilyn was born in Racine, Wisconsin on July 10, 1931, to the late Dr. Fredrick and Norma (Willms) Bahl. While employed at Twin Disc, Marilyn met Allen, the love of her life.  Allen would drive her home every day...

Jun 19, 2023

Alice Louise Glatz, age 63, of Cecil, passed away on Monday June 19, 2023, in Shawano after a courageous battle with cancer. Alice was born in Shawano on October 28, 1959, to the late Leonard and Lois (Radtke) Sumnicht. She graduated from Bonduel High School in 1977. Alice received an associate degree in accounting at Green Bay...

Jun 15, 2023

Anthony Glen "Tony" Sparks, age 53, passed away on Thursday June 15, 2023, in Shawano. Tony was born on October 29, 1969, in Shawano to the late Leslie and Marcelene (Miller) Sparks. On June 11, 1994, he was united in marriage to Patricia "Patty" Waupoose. He enjoyed his job as a slot technician at the Menominee Casino....

Jun 14, 2023

Dustin J. Giese, age 35, passed away at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, with his mother by his side, due to complications from a stroke.  He was born on February 17, 1988, in Shawano to Wanda (Herrmann) and the late Fred Giese.  Dustin loved singing karaoke, going to the Shawano County Fair and...

Jun 11, 2023

Randy L. Thomas, age 64, of Crandon, passed away on Sunday June 11, 2023, in Madison. Randy was born in Cook County, Illinois on February 24, 1959, son of the late Frank E. and Joan (Neconish) Thomas, Sr. Randy grew up in Chicago where he enjoyed learning and practicing martial arts in his youth.  Following school, he...

Jun 10, 2023

Roger James Annamitta, age 88, passed away on Saturday June 10, 2023, in Little Chute.

A graveside service for Roger will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday June 23, 2023, at St. Michael Catholic Cemetery with Fr. Hanz Christian officiating.

Jun 10, 2023

Beverly Jean Pyatskowit, of Shawano, formerly of Keshena, passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023, in Shawano. She was born on November 20, 1966, in Shawano, to the late Walter and Delores (Peters) Pyatskowit. She graduated from high school in Green Bay, and pursued her education at the University of Arizona, where she earned a degree in...

Jun 8, 2023

Arnold "Bunk" Tepiew, Jr., age 42, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday June 8, 2023, in Neopit. Bunk was born on August 14, 1980, in Shawano, son of the late Arnold and Zillah (Wayka) Tepiew, Sr. Bunk graduated from College of Menominee Nation in 2009. He had a great sense of humor, loved making people laugh, and often...

Jun 7, 2023

Lawrence A. Schroeder, age 84, passed away on Wednesday June 7, 2023, at his home in Shawano. Lawrence was born in Shawano on February 5, 1939, to the late Albert and Irene (Montoure) Schroeder Sr. Lawrence grew up in Shawano and had many fond memories of spending time at the family cottage on Shawano Lake. On June...

Jun 6, 2023

David Joseph Jensen, age 77, passed away on Tuesday June 6, 2023, in Shawano. David was born in South Bend, Indiana on March 19, 1946, to the late Roy and Helen (Skoog) Jensen. He graduated from High School in South Bend, Indiana in 1964. David served his country proudly in the National Guard. On September 20, 1966,...

Jun 4, 2023

Sheldon Malone, age 83, passed away on Sunday June 4, 2023, at his home in Bowler. Sheldon was born in Tomah, Wisconsin on January 31, 1940, to the late Arthur and Cleo (Welch) Malone. Sheldon grew up on the Stockbridge-Munsee Reservation. He started his working life at a young age as a logger with his father. On...

Jun 2, 2023

Chester W. "Chet" Gooding Jr., age 79, passed away Friday June 2, 2023, in Shawano. Chet was born on July 21, 1943, to the late Elaine (Kottke) and Chester W. Gooding Sr., in Fort Riley, Kansas. On December 2, 1967, he was united in marriage to Johnnie Milsap in Shawano. Johnnie preceded him in death on July...

May 30, 2023

Laurie Ann Boivin, age 58, passed away on Tuesday May 30, 2023, in Milwaukee. Laurie was born on September 3, 1964, to the late David and Melva (Kinney) Boivin in Milwaukee. Laurie lived in Milwaukee all her life where she was a member of the Catholic Church.

Laurie is survived by her brothers, Michael (Carolyn) Boivin of...

May 30, 2023

Patricia Ann Kohn, age 67, passed away Tuesday morning, May 30, 2023, at her home in Bonduel in the presence of her husband after a short battle with cancer. She was born December 11, 1955, in Appleton, to the late Malon and Dorothy (Krueger) Poppy of New London. She was raised and resided in New London most of her...

May 29, 2023

Ronnie Lee Malueg, age 77, passed away on Monday, May 29, 2023, in Shawano. Ronnie was born on December 8, 1945, to the late Earl and Arlene (Flauger) Malueg in Antigo, Wisconsin. On November 23, 1967, Ronnie was united in marriage to Helene "Cookie" Curtis, the love of his life, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in the Town...

May 29, 2023

Russell "Russ" Jeffrey Beaster, age 70, passed away on Monday May 29, 2023, in Shawano. Russ was born May 14, 1953, to the late Arthur and Evelyn (Gorecki) Beaster in Milwaukee. He was united in marriage to his high school sweetheart, Jackie Krahn, August 12, 1972, in West Allis, WI. Russ was dedicated to his work while...