Obituaries

Sep 3, 2021

Ellen Ann Eastman, age 80, of Shawano, passed away in her home on Friday September 3, 2021.  She was born in Whitefish Bay, WI on October 14, 1940, daughter of the late Fred W. and Erna (Herrmann) Lick. Ellen was united in marriage to Robert L. Eastman Sr. on May 16, 1959 at Waupaca. He preceded Ellen in death...

Sep 3, 2021

If Jerry Schultz was there, a party was underway. The 84-year-old is certainly in the midst of a celebration now. If you knew his friends and family who went before him, especially those who were part of the "Soup Gang," you understand why we believe this is true.

Our family's steadfast leader, Jerry passed away unexpectedly at...

Sep 2, 2021

Roderick "Rod" Davids, Jr., age 56, of the Stockbridge Munsee Reservation, passed away on Thursday, September 2, 2021. Rod was born on September 14, 1964, to the late Roderick H. Davids Sr. and Crystal Neal, in Milwaukee.  He attended school in the Milwaukee area. On February 20, 2009, Rod was united in marriage to Jennifer Little in Bowler, Wisconsin....

Sep 1, 2021

Shirley Mae Haws, age 89 of Bonduel, passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2021, at Evergreen Nursing Home in Shawano, WI.  Shirley was born on June 10, 1932, to the late Arnold and Elsie (Schmidt) Montie in Wisconsin. She was united in marriage to Robert Haws, Sr. on Sept 9, 1950 at Hofa Park in Wisconsin. She...

Aug 31, 2021

Terry Lynn Muth, age 60, of Keshena, passed away in her home on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. She was born on March 22, 1961, to George and Bonnie (Wilson) Muth in Gillett, Wisconsin. Terry graduated from Gillett High School in 1979. She worked for the Municipal Court in Green Bay until retiring.  After retiring she enjoyed working...

Aug 28, 2021

Mary P. Naber, age 62, passed away on Saturday, August 28, 2021, in Minneapolis, MN. Mary was born on March 28, 1959, to the late John and Margaret (Powers) Naber in Shawano.

She was born in Shawano, attended Sacred Heart School, and graduated from Shawano High School. After moving to Minnesota, Mary worked...

Aug 26, 2021

Mercedes Celeste Hernandez, "Sadie Butt", age 19 of Neopit, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 26, 2021, in Milwaukee. Mercedes was born in Shawano on January 4, 2002, daughter of Sheila and Mike Shawanokasic of Neopit and Salvador "Chava" Hernandez, Jr., of Keshena. Mercedes was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Mercedes graduated from Menominee Indian...

Aug 25, 2021

Okēmāw John L. O'Kimosh, age 74, of Menominee, passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021.  John was born in Keshena on May 12, 1947, son of the late Peter and Delvinia (Waters) O'Kimosh. John graduated with the class of 1965 from Shawano High School. On March 31, 1966, John was united in marriage to Mary Kressin in...

Aug 24, 2021

Kenneth "Kenny" Schreiber, Sr., age 81 of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, at a local assisted living facility. Born on February 3rd, 1940, in the City of Tomah, he was the son of the late Martin and Dorothy (Bruette) Schreiber. In 1958, Kenny enlisted in the United States Army and was stationed in Anchorage,...

Aug 24, 2021

Judy (Saekapān) Hawpetoss, "Koh-Koh", age 60, of Keshena, passed away on Tuesday, August 24, 2021.  Judy was born in Milwaukee on August 19, 1961, daughter of the late Samuel and Frances (Matchopatow) Hawpetoss, Sr. Judy worked as a CNA before earning her Culinary Arts Degree in Phoenix, Arizona. She worked as a chef and enjoyed cooking; her...

Aug 23, 2021

Richard "Squealy" Peters, age 49, of Shawano, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021.  Richard was born in Shawano on October 25, 1971, to the late Robert and Beverly (Pamonicutt) Peters, Sr.  On April 18, 1998, Richard was united in marriage to the love of his life, Darcy James in Keshena. Richard worked at Seneca Foods and...

Aug 21, 2021

Sheila R. Bentley-Cook, age 58 of Keshena, passed away on Saturday, August 21, 2021, at her home.  Sheila was born on March 12, 1963, to the late Kenneth and Peggy (Ashworth) Bentley in Danville VA.  She graduated from high school in Danville, VA.  In 1996 she moved to Keshena and worked as bartender at the Menominee Casino. ...

Aug 20, 2021

Dana "Snake Eyes" Waubanascum, Sr., age 54, of Middle Village, passed away on Friday, August 20, 2021.  Dana was born in Shawano on September 21, 1966, son of Edmund Waubanascum and the late Audrey (Waukau) Waubanascum.  Dana is a graduate of Menominee Indian High School and was employed by Menominee Tribal Enterprises operating the green chain.  In...

Aug 20, 2021

Rosemary Ann "Rose" Erickson, age 79, of Cecil, passed away on Friday, August 20, 2021. She was born in Brookfield, WI, on April 1, 1942, to the late Gabriel and Mary (Wallendahl) Kolesari. Rose lived in Hartford for some time and worked as a drill press operator for Carbon Engineering before moving to Cecil. There she stayed...

Aug 19, 2021

Roger Piehl, age 83, of Shawano, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 19, 2021.  Roger was born on March 19, 1938, to the late Henry and Viola (Kriewaldt) Piehl in Shawano.  In 1956, Roger graduated from Shawano High School.  He went on to attend UW River Falls where he played football and earned his bachelor's degree in...

Aug 19, 2021

Jody Lynn Gallenberg, age 54 of Keshena, passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2021, in Shawano.  Jody was born on August 9, 1967, to James "Kooker" and Kathleen (Zastrow) Tucker in Shawano.  She graduated from North High School in Oshkosh.  After high school she attended St. Norbert College and College of the Menominee Nation.  Jody was united...

Aug 17, 2021

Hanni Rebecca Anja Wudtke, 39, of Westminster, MD, passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, at her home.  Hanni was born on March 5, 1982, in Havre, Montana to Karl and Hope Wudtke, and grew up in Wisconsin.  She made her life in Westminster with her loving soulmate John Trottman.

Hanni received her...

Aug 17, 2021

Florence Mae (Phalen) Schmidt, age 94 of Shawano, met her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, after a life full of love and family.  She was born in Shawano on May 27, 1927, to the late John and Dagmar (Sorensen) Phalen.  She attended Shawano High School and worked for years at Spurgeon's creating the merchandise displays...

Aug 13, 2021

Hahetum "Soaring Thunder" Fish, age 43 of Keshena, passed away on Friday, August 13, 2021.  He was born on August 5, 1978, to Kenneth A. Fish and Ramona Chevalier in Shawano.  He graduated for Menominee High School in 1996.  After high school he attended Haskell Indian Nations University.  When he returned to Keshena he was cook at...

Aug 13, 2021

Marilyn Gardner, age 80 of Bowler, passed away on August 13, 2021, peacefully at home surrounded by her family. She was born on May 23, 1941, the daughter of the late Arthur and Mary (Moses) Christ in Keshena. Marilyn graduated from Gresham High School. She was united in marriage to Herman Gardner on Dec. 21, 1962, in...