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Laura L. Martin

Laura L. Martin

Jan 7, 2022

Laura Lee "Butchie" Martin (Suniyan-ikwe), age 51, began her journey to the spirit world on Friday, January 7, 2022. She was born to Karen (Komanekin) and the late Lawrence Martin, Jr. on September 27, 1970. Butchie was accomplished in a variety of medical specialties including phlebotomy, dental assistant, and chiropractor work. She also worked for TC –...

Norma B. Elsner

Norma B. Elsner

Jan 7, 2022

Norma B. Elsner, age 91, passed away on Friday, January 7, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Emil and Dorothy (Martin) Meyer.

She is survived by her children, a son-in-law, a step-granddaughter, a sister, nieces and nephews.

Norma was preceded in death by her husband and parents....

Donald K. Packard

Donald K. Packard

Jan 4, 2022

Donald K. Packard, age 80, of Shawano, formerly of Milwaukee, passed away in Shawano on Tuesday, January 4 th , 2022.  Donald was born in Shawano on July 22, 1941, to the late Melvin and Lucille (Rueckert) Packard.  He served in the military and worked as a machinist and a building maintenance superintendent until retiring.

Judith A. De Karske

Judith A. De Karske

Jan 4, 2022

Judith A. (Judy) De Karske, age 80, of Weasel Dam and Pelican Lake, passed away on Jan. 4, 2022, finishing Act II of her "Book of Judy." She is now in her final Act, in paradise with her Lord and Savior, and Mitch whom she has missed for so long.

ACT I...

Rhonda Caldwell

Rhonda Caldwell

Jan 4, 2022

Rhonda Carol Caldwell, age 75 of Milwaukee, died on Tuesday, January 4, 2022. Born on December 9, 1946, in Keshena, she is the daughter of the late Joseph John and Myrtle (Boivin) Caldwell. On November 19, 1979, Rhonda was united in marriage to Eugene Boivin, Sr. at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Neopit. She was an assistant...

Steven A. Belzer

Steven A. Belzer

Jan 2, 2022

Steven August Belzer, age 85, passed away on Sunday, January 2, 2022, in Appleton. He was born on April 7, 1936, to the late Gerald and Lillian (Vollmer) Belzer. Steve graduated from Fort Atkinson High School. He served in the Navy Reserve followed by service in the Army. On February 27, 2013, Steve was united in marriage...

Tammy L. Kitson

Tammy L. Kitson

Jan 1, 2022

Tammy Lynn Kitson (Lyons), age 48 of Keshena, Wisconsin, began her spiritual journey on Saturday, January 1, 2022, at home, surrounded by her family. Tammy was born on May 15, 1973, to the late Gertrude "Mindy" Horrighs and adopted by the late Lucille Lyons (Tomow) and Henry "Hank" J. Lyons, Sr. Tammy was united in marriage to David "Scair"...

Ronald Neconish

Ronald Neconish

Jan 1, 2022

Ronald Neconish, age 85, passed away on Saturday, January 1, 2022, in Berlin, WI.  He was born on July 27, 1936, to the late Freeman and Madeline (Hanks) Neconish, in Keshena.  He graduated from high school in 1955.  Ron worked for Neenah Foundry for several years.  Ron enjoyed going to the casino, playing bingo, making crafts and...

Fred L. Zimmer

Fred L. Zimmer

Dec 31, 2021

Fred Luke Zimmer, age 74, of Legend Lake, Keshena, passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021 with his loving wife Amy by his side.  Fred was born in Cook County Illinois on July 2nd, 1947 to the late Bernhardt C. and June Blossom Lolita (Stoike) Zimmer.  Fred grew up in Illinois and after high school he attended...

Timothy Cook

Timothy Cook

Dec 31, 2021

Timothy Cook, age 52, of Oshkosh, passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021. Tim was born on July 22, 1969, in Cudahay, Wisconsin to Ruth Balistreri and James Cook. Tim was raised throughout Barron County and later resided in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

Tim was known as the leader of the pack at his family-owned...

Ralph A. Welch

Ralph A. Welch

Dec 30, 2021

Ralph Amor Welch, age 93, passed away on Thursday, December 30, 2021. He was born on October 2, 1928, to the late Elmer and Melinda (Williams) Welch in Red Springs. He grew up in Red Springs. Ralph worked in Sturgeon Bay in the cherry and apple orchards driving tractors. He joined the army and served in Germany...

Samuel A. Peters, Sr.

Samuel A. Peters, Sr.

Dec 29, 2021

Samuel "Sam" Alan Peters, Sr., age 38, passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021. Sam was born in Antigo on April 18, 1983, to Wayne Peters and Deann Slater. Sam was a self-employed heating and cooling technician. He was an extremely smart man who could fix just about anything. He was always happy to help others and...

Donald C. Otto

Donald C. Otto

Dec 29, 2021

Donald Clarence Otto, age 85, passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, in Neenah. He was born on October 31, 1936, to the late Clarence and Irene (Schroeder) Otto in Shawano. Donald graduated from Gresham High School in 1954. He served in the United States Air Force. On June 11, 1960, he was united in marriage with...

Mary L. Shepard

Mary L. Shepard

Dec 28, 2021

Mary Louise Shepard, age 84, of Bowler, passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021. She was born on March 5, 1937, to the late Frank and Maryann (Caldwell) Tomow in Keshena. She was united in marriage to Ira Shepard in March of 1958. Mary was a cook and drove bus at local schools. She enjoyed sewing and...

Shirley Kay Greely

Shirley Kay Greely

Dec 25, 2021

Shirley Kay Greely, age 80, passed away on Saturday, December 25, 2021, in Shawano. She was born on May 9, 1941, to the late George and Virginia (Harney) Robinette in Anderson, Indiana. Shirley was united in marriage with Daniel L. "Dan" Greely on February 8, 1982, in Waynesville, Missouri. She enjoyed the outdoors, camping, and fishing. Shirley...

Jerry Weisnicht

Jerry Weisnicht

Dec 24, 2021

Jerry Weisnicht, age 61 of Shawano, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 24, 2021. Jerry was born on May 12, 1960, to Ardella (Kroening) and the late Marvin Weisnicht. He attended St. James Lutheran School and graduated from UW Stevens Point. Jerry was united in marriage to Diane Spitzberger on June 20, 1981. He was the Administrator...

Russell Rebholz

Russell Rebholz

Dec 23, 2021

Russell Rebholz, age 87, of Shawano, passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2021, in Waukesha. He was born on March 6, 1934, to the late Charles and Florence (Roberts) Rebholz in Wales, Wisconsin. On May 7, 1955, Russell was united in marriage with Sylvia Baumbach until she passed away on March 19, 1999. Russell was a supervisor...

Sharon Reinert

Sharon Reinert

Dec 23, 2021

Sharon Marie Reinert, age 71, of Tigerton, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, December 23 rd , 2021.  Sharon was born in Shawano on March 15 th , 1950, to the late John and Joyce (Schmidt) Reminger, Sr. Sharon grew up in Leopolis and graduated from Marion High School.  On November 26 th , 1976,...

Anderson J. Ninham, Jr.

Anderson J. Ninham, Jr.

Dec 21, 2021

Anderson John Ninham, Jr., age 49, passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, in Madison. He was born on October 13, 1972, to the late Denise (Tucker) and Anderson Ninham, Sr. in Green Bay, and stepfather, Clifford Madosh, Jr., the father who raised him. Anderson graduated from Menominee High School in 1990 and attended college in Chicago receiving a...

Thomas A. Brunner

Thomas A. Brunner

Dec 20, 2021

Thomas A. Brunner was called home December 20, 2021, as was his Christmas prayer, while residing at Country Villa Assisted Living in Pulaski, WI. He was born January 10, 1937, to Arthur and Elinor Brunner of Leopolis, WI.

Tom will be most remembered for his love of dairy farming and his community service....

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