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Matthew Charles Leitzke

Matthew Charles Leitzke

Nov 13, 2020

Matty passed into the Lord's hands the morning of November 13th, 2020. Matty was born with the gift of Downs Syndrome on November 2nd, 1968 in Bonduel, Wisconsin and through that gift shared a genuine love that was cherished by everyone who knew him. Wherever Matt was, he would bring with him a spirit of joy and laughter that...

Lois J. Webster

Lois J. Webster

Nov 12, 2020

Lois J. Webster, age 73 of Keshena, passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay surrounded by her family. Lois was born on May 11, 1947 to the late Louis and Elvira (Oshkenaniew) Reiter in Keshena. On July 17, 1970 Lois was united in marriage to James "Teeter" Webster, Jr. in Keshena....

Bradley M. Penass

Bradley M. Penass

Nov 10, 2020

Bradley M. "Brad" Penass, age 39 of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee. Brad was born on January 21, 1981 to the late Richard and Glenda (Miller) Penass in Shawano. He was a graduate of Menominee High School and attended the University of Wisconsin Green Bay. Brad loved watching sports and attending...

Ernest "Ernie" Louie Wahsquonaikezhik, Sr.

Ernest "Ernie" Louie Wahsquonaikezhik, Sr.

Nov 9, 2020

Ernest "Ernie" Louie Wahsquonaikezhik, Sr., age 64 of Keshena, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2020 at home.  Ernie was born on March 15, 1956 in Birch Island, Ontario, Canada to the late Margaret and John Wahsquonaikezhik. On August 28, 1982, Ernie was united in marriage to Annette Marie Dodge in Chicago, Illinois. He was retired from Menominee Tribal...

Rogean L. Ehlert

Rogean L. Ehlert

Nov 9, 2020

Rogean L. Ehlert, age 93 of Shawano, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2020. Rogean was born on January 27, 1927 to the late Gustav and Adelia (Schultz) Berndt in Embarrass. On May 20, 1950, Rogean was united in marriage to Lloyd George Ehlert, they made their home together in Shawano. Lloyd preceded Rogean in death on...

Donald W. Goers

Donald W. Goers

Nov 8, 2020

Donald W. Goers, age 89 of Shawano, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2020. Donald was born on July 15, 1931 to the late Adolph and Helen (Schilke) Goers in Cecil, Wisconsin. Donald was united in marriage to Doris C. Hoernke. Doris preceded him in death on September 20, 2009. Don was a member of St. James...

Lucille M. Daniel

Lucille M. Daniel

Nov 8, 2020

Lucille M. (Tyler) Daniel, age 93 of Shawano, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 8, 2020 at Evergreen Healthcare Center in Shawano, WI. Lucille was born on September 22, 1927, to the late Frank and Emma (Janke) Tyler in Shiocton, WI. In 1948, she was united in marriage to Clarence Daniel. They had one son Keith. Clarence preceded Lucille...

Douglas J. Duquain

Douglas J. Duquain

Nov 7, 2020

Douglas J. Duquain, age 66 of Keshena, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2020 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton. Doug was born on January 15, 1954, to the late Anthony and Sarah (King) Duquain in Keshena. Doug was a Boy Scout in his youth. He worked for the Menominee County Highway Department where he was...

Richard Plass

Richard Plass

Nov 7, 2020

Richard Plass, 69, died Saturday November 7th surrounded by family after a very courageous fight with cancer. Richie was born September 5,1951 to James & Lillian (White) Plass. Richie was an only child, but that changed as the years have gone by. He has so many "brothers & sisters" there are too many to count. Richie graduated Shawano High...

Dorothy I. Schwartz

Dorothy I. Schwartz

Nov 6, 2020

Dorothy I. Schwartz, ago 91, of Gresham passed away on Friday, November 6, 2020.  Dorothy was born on June 20, 1929 in Tigerton, daughter of the late Ludwig and Clara (Malueg) Diem.  Dorothy was united in marriage to Ben Schwartz on June 4, 1949.  Ben preceded her in death in November 2004.  After marriage Ben and Dorothy...

James "Jim" Buth

James "Jim" Buth

Nov 6, 2020

James "Jim" W. Buth, age 83 of Shawano, formerly of Clintonville, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2020 at Evergreen Health Services.  James was born on September 20, 1937, to the late Charles and Hildgard (Timm) Buth.  Jim was a logger before his retirement.  He enjoyed fishing and riding his bike.

James is survived by his children,...

Darleen Joy Bubolz

Darleen Joy Bubolz

Nov 5, 2020

Darleen Joy Bubolz, age 79 of Shawano, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2020. Darleen was born on August 12, 1941 to the late Bernice Bussian and Elmo Nelson, Sr. in Clintonville. On April 23, 1959, Darleen was united in marriage to Eli Herman Bubolz. She sold Avon for 36 years where she became a member of the President's...

Clarabelle M. Teller

Clarabelle M. Teller

Nov 5, 2020

Clarabelle Teller, age 38 of Keshena, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2020. Clarabelle was born on August 25, 1982 to Anthony "Tony" Teller and Tina (Peterson) Teller. Clarabelle enjoyed sports, the outdoors and fishing. She also loved spending her time listening to music, singing, and dancing. She loved being with her family especially all her nieces and nephews....

Gaymond "Gay" C. Laabs

Gaymond "Gay" C. Laabs

Nov 5, 2020

Gaymond "Gay" C. Laabs, age 86 of Shawano, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2020. Gay was born on November 6, 1933 to the late Paul Emil and Dorothy Emma (Roohr) Stasek in Colby, Wisconsin. She graduated from Owen Withee High School and went on to further her education by earning her beautician license. In her youth Gay and...

Karen Kay Thundercloud

Karen Kay Thundercloud

Nov 5, 2020

Karen Kay Thundercloud, age 62 passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2020 at her home in Waukesha. Karen was born on April 6, 1958 to the late Clyde E. and Dolores M. (Doxtator) Hill. Karen enjoyed making beadwork and crafting. She loved her dog, Blackie. Karen loved her family dearly and will be missed by all who knew and...

Jean Ellen Klapper

Jean Ellen Klapper

Nov 4, 2020

Jean Ellen Klapper, age 85, of Cecil, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 4, 2020.  Jean Ellen was born on April 30, 1935, to Wilford R. and Odelia A. (Nussbaum) Brecken, and grew up on the Brecken farm in Landstad, along with her two brothers.  Jean graduated from Bonduel High School class of 1953.  On September 5,...

Alvin J. Pamanet

Alvin J. Pamanet

Nov 4, 2020

Alvin J. Pamanet, age 66 of Keshena, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Neenah. Alvin was born on May 21, 1954 in Keshena to the late John L. and Bertha C. (Kaquatosh) Pamanet. He worked for John Deere in West Bend and delivered newspapers in the Shawano area. Alvin enjoyed spending time...

Leroy J. Sperberg

Leroy J. Sperberg

Nov 3, 2020

Leroy J. Sperberg, age 82 of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. Leroy was born on September 1, 1938 in Shawano. He was the son of Herbert and Dorothy (Regal) Sperberg. On October 22, 1960, he was united in marriage to Audrey Buettner at St. Jakobi Lutheran Church. Leroy was a faithful member of St....

Kenneth E. Boettcher, Sr.

Kenneth E. Boettcher, Sr.

Nov 2, 2020

Kenneth E. Boettcher, Sr., age 92 of Shawano, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2020 at Shawano Health Services. Kenneth was born to the late Orin and Ethel Boettcher on February 21, 1928 in West Bend.

Kenneth attended Golden Oak School in Barton. He worked for West Bend Transit and Burkhardt Electric before owning and operating Ken's...

Gerald Thomas "Oogie" Weso

Gerald Thomas "Oogie" Weso

Nov 2, 2020

Gerald Thomas "Oogie" Weso, age 70 of Neopit, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2020 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Oogie was born on February 17, 1950 in Keshena to the late Frances M. "Babe" Weso. On June 3, 1973, Oogie was united in marriage to Mary Alice Jackson in Keshena. He was a tribal police officer, prosecutor, and judge....

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