Obituaries

Aug 9, 2021

Brian J. Krueger, Sr., age 59 of Shawano, passed away on Monday, August 9, 2021, in Shawano.  Brian was born in Shawano on December 31, 1961, son of the late Fred and Lenora (Laude) Krueger.  Following high school Brian served his country honorably in the United States Military.  He was a true outdoorsman who felt at peace...

Aug 4, 2021

Jeanne N. Childs, 89, of Shawano, entered her heavenly home on Wednesday, August 4, 2021.  She was born on July 31, 1932 in Bowler, WI to the late Raymond and Leona (Wolter) Malueg.  On July 31, 1954, she was united in marriage to Donald Childs at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Bowler.  Jeanne was a member of...

Aug 1, 2021

Constance Lou "Connie" (Balke) Kratzke, age 78 of Shawano, passed away on Sunday, August 1, 2021 with her daughters at her side.  Connie was born in Shawano on March 13, 1943, to the late Lorenzo and Elda (Genskow) Balke.  Connie was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter's Lutheran Church-Pella Opening where she taught Sunday School for many...

Jul 31, 2021

Barbara A. Echtner-Otto, age 78 of Shawano, passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2021, in Neenah.  She was born on October 24, 1942, to the late Alois and Florence (Eucke) Biel.  She was a secretary for 35 years working for the Manitowoc Court House and Phoenix Manufacturing of Shawano. Barbara was united in marriage to James Echtner-Otto...

Jul 30, 2021

Randy Marquette, age 57 of Gresham, passed away on July 30, 2021.  He was born on September 29, 1963, the son of the late Harry and Margaret (Bierman) Marquette in Shawano.  He attended Shawano High School.  He lived in the Gresham area most of his life.  Randy was an auto mechanic.  He enjoyed driving CAT, working in...

Jul 30, 2021

Inez Mae Muraski, age 76, of Arpin, WI, formerly of Shawano, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family, on Friday, July 30, 2021.  She was born on August 5, 1944, to the late Harry and Irene (Schaufberger) Carter in Shawano. She graduated from Shawano High School in the class of 1962. She also attended nursing school in...

Jul 29, 2021

Dale A. Schlehlein, Sr.,  age 79, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 29th, 2021.

He was a devoted husband and best friend of Shigeko (Toyokawa) for 60 years; a loving father of Judy (David P.) Morgan, Dale Jr. and Dennis; a proud grandfather of 17 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren; a dear son...

Jul 27, 2021

Robert George Kuula, age 48 of Clintonville, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at his home.  He was born on September 26, 1972, to the late Roger and Nancy (Bowman) Kuula in Oak Park, Illinois.  He attended Hurley School District.  Robert was known for being a people person.  He could meet someone...

Jul 27, 2021

Joan LaRock, age 71, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, in Green Bay.  Joan was born on January 5, 1950, to the late Joseph and Sophia (Warrington) LaRock in Shawano.  Beautiful inside and out, Joan was a positive and uplifting person who had love for everyone. She had a big heart and was always there for...

Jul 25, 2021

Craig A. "P-NE-CI" Thunder, age 34 of Neopit, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021 at his home.  Craig was born on November 20, 1986, to Lenore Wayka and Dewey A. Thunder, Sr., in Shawano.  He graduated from Menominee Indian High School in 2005.  After high school, he moved to Green Bay where...

Jul 24, 2021

Bridget Ann Smith, age 30 of Neopit, passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021, in Neenah.  Bridget was born on June 7, 1991, to Janice (Caldwell) Smith and the late Bernard Smith, Sr., in Shawano.  She graduated from Menominee Indian High School in 2009.  She enjoyed childcare, camping, hunting, ice fishing, cutting wood, pontoon rides and playing...

Jul 23, 2021

Raymond R. "Ray" Kroening, age ­­­­91 of Krakow, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021 in Green Bay.  Ray was born on July 30, 1929, to the late William and Ella (Dirks) Kroening in Krakow.  Ray met the love of his life, Ena Ann Busch, and they spent 60 years together until her passing on May 19,...

Jul 21, 2021

Russell "Russ" Paul Schmidt, age 92 of Shawano, passed away on Wednesday, July 21, 2021. Russ was born in Reedsburg, WI on February 8, 1929, to the late Paul and Elsa (Drieschmeier) Schmidt. He attended St. Peters Elementary and Reedsburg High School. He continued his education at UW Madison earning a degree in Agricultural Marketing. Upon graduation,...

Jul 21, 2021

Anita Mae Hashbarger, age 92 of Shawano, formerly of Gresham, passed away on Wednesday, July 21, 2021. Anita was born on July 9, 1929, in the town of Almon in Shawano County, the daughter of Gilbert and Uryth (Maxson) Wickman. She graduated from Gresham High School in 1947 and lived in the Gresham area for most of...

Jul 20, 2021

Betty Jane (Lohrentz) Heling, age 80 of Shawano, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, surrounded by her family. Betty was born on March 13, 1941, in West Allis, the daughter of the late Walter and Evelyn (Hoppe) Lohrentz. Betty graduated in 1959 from Marion High School. On July 17th, 1965, she married Charles "Charlie" Heling...

Jul 19, 2021

Betty Lee Stock (nee Morris), age 95, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, died Monday, July 19, 2021, at The Cottages on Golden Pond in Shawano, Wisconsin.  She was born on June 29, 1926 in Booneville, Indiana.  She was a graduate of Washington High School in Milwaukee.  On June 3, 1946, she was united in marriage to the late Jr....

Jul 19, 2021

Jason Christopher Stark, age 38 of Cecil, passed away on Monday, July 19, 2021.  He was born on March 2, 1983 in Green Bay to the late David Vanden Eng and Dawn Stark.  When Jason was a child, his mother passed away and he was raised by his grandparents, Earl and Mavis Stark.  Jason was united in...

Jul 16, 2021

Betty Jane Ruffert, age 95, of Gillett, passed away on Friday, July 16, 2021.  She was born on November 29, 1925, to the late Victor and Mary Ellen (Fulwiller) Londre in Norway, Michigan.  She and her sister Alice were raised by their mother and step-father, Earl Lacomb.  On September 20, 1947, Betty was united in marriage to Jack Ruffert...

Jul 15, 2021

Nolan A. Mahkimetas, age 44, of Shawano passed away on Thursday, July 15, 2021. Nolan was born on March 26, 1977, to Jane Mahkimetas and the (late) Hector Gallarzo in Chicago, IL.  Nolan resided in the Chicago area, graduating high school there and moved to Keshena in 1995.  Nolan was a line cook, working at a local...

Jul 14, 2021

Donald L. Herms, age 87, of Cecil, passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2021. Donald was born on July 26, 1933, to the late Melvin and Emma (Giese) Herms in the Town of Green Valley.  On June 16, 1956, Don was united in marriage to Doris Schroeder at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Gillett. Don was a hardworking...