Dora Colleen James
Jun 9, 2026
Dora Colleen (Pfeiffer) James passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, joining Monte in heaven. She leaves behind family and friends who will miss her love, kindness, guidance, and wonderful conversations. She was born on July 24, 1938, to the late Edwin and Nina (Brewer) Pfeiffer and was the youngest of five children. She attended...
James (Otto, Jim) Coenen
Jun 9, 2026
James R. (Otto, Jim) Coenen, Combined Locks, age 72, passed away surrounded by his loving family Tuesday, June 9, 2026. A Little Chute native, Otto was born March 26, 1954, to the late Otto and Marie (Hooyman) Coenen. On February 17, 1978, he married the love of his life, Leslie Van Dyke, at Holy Name of Jesus Parish. Otto worked...
Pauline Marie Erdmann
Jun 2, 2026
Pauline M. Erdmann, age 87, Kimberly, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at St. Paul Elder Services. Pauline was born in Little Chute on March 20, 1939, to the late Edward and Irma (Hoffman) Bankert. She graduated from St. John’s High School in 1957. She married Wilbert Erdmann on March 4, 1977,...
Oswald "Ozzie" Rapp
May 31, 2026
Oswald "Ozzie" Rapp completed his earthly journey and joined his Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 31, 2026, surrounded by family and friends.
Ozzie was born on June 1, 1940, in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, to Oswald and Minnette (Hochmuth) Rapp. He graduated from Arrowhead High School in Waukesha and attended both Lakeland College and Carroll College before earning an associate degree from...
Harriet A. Hurlbutt
May 29, 2026
Harriet A. Hurlbutt, age 91, died peacefully with her family at her side on Friday, May 29, 2026. Harriet was born in Rhinelander on July 29, 1934, to the late Floyd Sr. and Lula (Tupper) Boote. After her high school graduation Harriet married the love of her life, Robert Hurlbutt, on October 12, 1954. Together, they spent 38 years raising...
Carl Robert Schaefer
May 24, 2026
Carl R. Schaefer, Appleton, age 70, died Sunday, May 24, 2026, at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton. He was born in Appleton on April 29, 1956, to the late Norbert and Joan (Bruex) Schaefer. Carl married Mary Drephal on February 4, 1998.
Carl worked as a driver for White Clover Dairy for many years. He and Mary also farmed for...
Tyler Thomas Richter
May 23, 2026
Tyler Thomas Richter, Appleton, age 38, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026. He was born in Appleton on May 29, 1987, the son of Thomas and Lori (Andrews) Richter.
Tyler loved the outdoors and the forest was his favorite place to be. He enjoyed fishing and was fortunate to have spent many summer weeks on Lake Lucerne near Crandon and...
John Joseph Van Vonderen
May 17, 2026
John J. Van Vonderen, age 73, died Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Appleton with his family by his side. John was born in Kaukauna to the late Joseph and Luella (Petit) Van Vonderen on January 26, 1953. He attended Holy Cross grade school and graduated Kaukauna High School in 1971. John dedicated many years to his career at Thilmany Paper,...
Paula Lynn Heckert
May 16, 2026
Paula L. Heckert, Little Chute, age 61, died at her home on Saturday, May 16, 2026, after a battle with cancer. She was born in Appleton on July 13, 1964, the daughter of Anthony and Karen (Hostettler) Schuh. Paula married William Heckert at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church on November 30, 1991. They shared 32 years together. Many will remember...
Cole Matthew Garvey
May 15, 2026
Cole Matthew Garvey, Appleton, age 39, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 15, 2026. He was born in Appleton on April 21, 1987, the son of Michael and Yvonne (Hendricks) Garvey. Cole worked as a machinist at Fox Cities Machining. He loved working on his cars and trucks, especially his 1964 Galaxy. He also loved going to Iola Car Show...
Mary Schultz
May 13, 2026
Mary (Van Asten) Schultz, age 67, Little Chute, our precious angel, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus on May 13, 2026 with her loving family and friends by her side after a courageous battle with cancer. She leaves behind a legacy of immense love, joy, and beautiful memories. She was the cherished wife of Timothy Schultz, with whom...
Beverly Ann Schmidt
May 11, 2026
Beverly A. Schmidt, age 95, died Monday, May 11, 2026, at Rennes Health and Rehab Center in Appleton. She was born in Fond du Lac, WI on July 3, 1930, to the late Gus and Sadie (nee Johnson) Gueths. She married Lowell M. Schmidt at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Fond du Lac on June 22, 1957. Beverly was a...
Kayla Renee Smith
May 10, 2026
Kayla Renee Smith born March 18th, 2000, went back to the Lord on May 10, 2026. She was a loving daughter, sister, and friend. Kayla's kindness was contagious (especially giving the neighborhood strays chicken noodle soup). Kayla's strength, compassion, and understanding touched every soul she met. She will also be remembered for her love of art, especially her watercolors and...
David Arthur Peterson
May 9, 2026
David Arthur “Dave” Peterson, formerly of Little Chute.
Dave passed away peacefully, with Mary holding his hand to his last breath on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Country Villa Assisted Living in Freedom. On December 1, 2014 Dave was involved in a serious car accident. After Mary could no longer take care of him at home, he was placed at Country...
Ellen Gaffney
May 8, 2026
Ellen Gaffney, age 62, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026. She was born on May 18, 1963, to the late John and Helen Gaffney.
Ellen loved spending time with her late significant other, Bill Kilsdonk, and loved her dog Budweiser. She enjoyed playing poker, cribbage, and having a drink with her many friends.
Survivors include her siblings: John (Cindy) Gaffney, Joe...
Rosie Wellner Rojas
May 7, 2026
Rosie W. Rojas, of Kaukauna, age 28, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Appleton, the daughter of Juan Rojas and Amy (Wellner) Jacobs. Rosie came into life like a hurricane – vibrant, fearless, and impossible to ignore. Her energy filled every room, and her adventurous spirit carried her toward every new...
Steven Anthony Schmalz
May 3, 2026
Steven Anthony Schmalz, age 70, of Menasha, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026.
Steven was born on January 19, 1956, in Appleton, Wisconsin, to Peter V. Schmalz and Genevieve (Van Gompel) Schmalz, who preceded him in death. He graduated from St. Mary Catholic High School in Neenah, Wisconsin, and spent much of his life working as a truck driver.
On...
James A. Reinke
Apr 30, 2026
James A. Reinke, Kaukauna, age 80, passed away at his home on Thursday, April 30, 2026. A Kaukauna native, Jim was born on November 25, 1945, to the late William and Madge (Keough) Reinke. He married Barbara Seidl on August 27, 1970. Jim worked for the railroad, spending most of his career with Chicago Northwestern Railway. He enjoyed spending time...
Joel Edward Quella
Apr 30, 2026
Joel Edward Quella, Sherwood, age 36, died Thursday, April 30, 2026, of stage 4 melanoma. He was born on February 26, 1990, the son of Ken and Carolyne (Harcus) Quella. Joel worked as a Rural Mail Carrier in Hortonville. He was a strong, quiet and compassionate presence in our daily lives and will be missed beyond comprehension. Joel was an...
