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Eva Jean Bowman

Eva Jean Bowman

Oct 24, 2021

Eva Jean Bowman, age 75, passed away on Sunday, October 24, 2021, in Bowler. She was born on December 23, 1945, to the late Lyle and Rose (Creapeau) Bowman in Keshena. Eva attended Custer High School in Milwaukee followed by the College of Menominee Nation in Keshena where she received her associates degree in early childhood education....

Alexander Elmer Martin, Jr.

Alexander Elmer Martin, Jr.

Oct 24, 2021

Alexander Elmer "Charlie" Martin, Jr., age 71, of Keshena, passed away on Sunday, October 24, 2021, in Appleton.  He was born on March 18, 1950, to the late Alexander E. "Chook" and Marie E. (Waukechon) Martin, Sr., in Keshena.  Charlie graduated from Shawano High School and attended trade school.  He enlisted in the United States Navy. After...

Carlene L. Michalski

Carlene L. Michalski

Oct 23, 2021

On January 10, 1954, Carlye Lois Wanner was born to Philip "Bud" and Lucille Wanner in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin. Carlye attended school until graduating from Clintonville High School in 1972. Carlye was united in marriage to Harry Joe Michalski on May 19, 1973. Carlye began her career at Shopko in 1978 working as on optician's technician until...

Leroy F. Liesner

Leroy F. Liesner

Oct 23, 2021

LeRoy F. Liesner, age 95, of Bonduel, passed away on Saturday, October 23, 2021, in Shawano.  He was born on August 23, 1926, in Cecil, to the late John and Ida (Heller) Liesner.  LeRoy was united in marriage to Jaqueline Ann Rizzi, On July 23, 1949, in Spencer.  Jaqueline preceded him in death on September 19, 2013. ...

Douglas J. Rabas

Douglas J. Rabas

Oct 19, 2021

Douglas Rabas, age 73, of Oconto Falls, passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021. He was the son of the late Edward and Evelyn (Karban) Rabas. On October 21, 1994, Doug married Jan (Steffens) Rabas in Green Bay.

Doug spent most of his life on the road working as...

Ardith A. Waupoose

Ardith A. Waupoose

Oct 19, 2021

Ardith Ann "Arty" Waupoose, born December 26, 1958, of Keshena, WI, started her spiritual journey on October 19, 2021, surrounded by her immediate family. She was the daughter of the late Aloysius H. Waupoose, Sr. and Edith L. "Sickie" (Long) Waupoose.

Ardith enjoyed being a grandmother and spending time with her four granddaughters....

Frank E. Katzenmeyer, Jr.

Frank E. Katzenmeyer, Jr.

Oct 18, 2021

Frank Erdmann Katzenmeyer, Jr., age 85, passed away on October 18, 2021, in Shawano. Frank was born June 5, 1936, to the late Frank and Hattie (Erdman) Katzenmeyer in Shawano. He was united in marriage to Donna L. Darrow on April 4, 1959. Frank was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano where he served...

Mary Louise Grignon

Mary Louise Grignon

Oct 18, 2021

Mary Louise Grignon, age 83 of Keshena, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021. She was born on April 25, 1938, in Keshena to the late Raymond and Josephine (Nahwahquaw) Grignon, Sr. Mary attended St. Joseph's Catholic School, Shawano High School and went on to Milwaukee Vocational School. Mary worked at Menominee Tribal Offices, and then became...

Herthal B. Larsen

Herthal B. Larsen

Oct 17, 2021

Herthal Larsen passed away on October 17, 2021, at the age of ninety-seven. Herthal was born September 11, 1924, the daughter of William and Gladys (Wilson) Krueger. She was the oldest of four children.  Herthal attended Shawano area schools and graduated from Shawano High School. She was a cheerleader, played in the band, and was...

Shirley M. Kieckhafer

Shirley M. Kieckhafer

Oct 17, 2021

Shirley Marie Kieckhafer (nee: Mayefski), age 69, passed away on October 17, 2021, with her daughters by her side. Shirley was born on December 4, 1951, to the late Reinhold "Butch" and Arlene (Vanden Elsen) Mayefski in Neenah, WI.

Shirley lived a full life and never slowed down - even after being diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis...

Leroy Francis Sanapaw, Sr.

Leroy Francis Sanapaw, Sr.

Oct 13, 2021

LeRoy Francis Sanapaw, Sr., age 47, of Keshena, passed away on Wednesday, October 13, 2021.  He was born on May 26, 1974, to Evanell (Kakwitch) Sanapaw and the late Joseph Sanapaw in Shawano.  He attended Menominee Indian High School in Keshena. LeRoy hung drywall for Flea Drywalling for several years. He enjoyed going to the casino and...

Michelle R. Malone

Michelle R. Malone

Oct 11, 2021

Michelle Rose Malone, age 43, of Green Bay, passed away on October 11, 2021.  Michelle struggled with drug addiction for many years and although she fought fiercely, she lost the battle. Michelle was born in Algoma on October 11, 1978, to Martin and Barbara (LeMieux) Malone. Michelle is a graduate of Bowler High School. She was very...

Rev. Dr. Gerald Ray Wick

Rev. Dr. Gerald Ray Wick

Oct 10, 2021

Rev. Dr. Gerald Ray Wick, "Jerry" to all who knew him, 84, of Sturgeon Bay, was called Home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Cardinal Ridge Residential Care in Howard where he had been living the past several months.

He was born November 8, 1936 in Plymouth, the...

Samuel A. Mahkimetas

Samuel A. Mahkimetas

Oct 9, 2021

Samuel A. "Mack" Mahkimetas, age 53 of Keshena, passed away unexpectedly from an auto accident on Saturday, October 9, 2021. He was born November 28, 1967, to the late Howard F. and Regina C. (Skenadore) Mahkimetas in Shawano. Sam graduated from Menominee High School. He worked at the Menominee Casino and enjoyed going to other casinos as...

Caroline Dolores Caldwell

Caroline Dolores Caldwell

Oct 8, 2021

Caroline Dolores Caldwell, age 78, of Neopit, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 8, 2021.  Caroline was born on April 28, 1943, to the late Ernest and Louise (Waupoose) Wayka, Sr.  She was united in marriage to Rollan Caldwell in July of 1957, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Neopit. She loved to play poker, two card,...

Fred N. Bowersock

Fred N. Bowersock

Oct 7, 2021

Fred Norris Bowersock, 83, of Gresham passed away on Thursday, October 7 th , 2021 at ThedaCare Medical Center. Fred was born on May 25 th , 1938 in the town of Lima, OH to Eva Bowersock, who preceded him in death. On November 28 th , 1958, Fred was united in marriage to Lucy (Hass) Bowersock....

Ruth E. Hartleben

Ruth E. Hartleben

Oct 7, 2021

Ruth E. Hartleben, age 90, of Shawano, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 7, 2021, at her home.  Ruth was born on August 18, 1931, in Bonduel to the late Emil and Dora (Wolf) Hartwig. She graduated from Bonduel High School.  Ruth was united in marriage to Orville Hartleben, her sweetheart since 1948, on October 21, 1950,...

Christopher W. Matchopatow

Christopher W. Matchopatow

Oct 4, 2021

Christopher "Chris" Wayne Matchopatow, age 54, of Keshena, passed away unexpectantly on Monday, October 4, 2021.  Chris was born on August 30, 1967, to Sue Beauprey and the late Fredrick Matchopatow, Sr., in Shawano.  He attended Manawa High School.  During high school he played football and basketball.  Chris was a NASCAR and Packer fan.   He was known...

Kenneth L. Askenette

Kenneth L. Askenette

Oct 4, 2021

Kenneth L. Askenette, Sr., age 57, of Neopit, passed away on Monday, October 4, 2021. Kenneth was born on July 6, 1964, to the late Marvin "Steve" and Joyce (Wayka) Askenette, Sr. in Shawano. He attended St. Anthony's grade school and graduated from Menominee Indian High School in 1981. During high school, Kenneth played basketball and baseball. Growing up...

Randell Koszarek

Randell Koszarek

Oct 2, 2021

Randell James "Moe" Koszarek, age 62, of Shawano, passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2021. Randy was born on July 3, 1959, to the late Michael and Delores (Waupoose) Koszarek in Milwaukee, WI.  He graduated from Hamilton High School in Sussex in 1977. He remained in the area where he worked as a CNC machinist until his recent retirement...

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