Obituaries

Mar 7, 2025

Dale F. Van De Voort, Kaukauna, age 72, died on March 7, 2025, at Rennes Health and Rehab Center in Appleton. He was born on June 27, 1952, to the late Francis and Florence (Van Gomple) Van De Voort. Dale loved and enjoyed his life in farming. He also loved camping with his children and playing with his grandchildren....

Mar 6, 2025

Justin James Trentlage-Van Gompel, age 22, took his glorious flight home to Heaven on Thursday, March 6, 2025, surrounded by his family. Justy Bear was born 3 months early on July 12, 2002, with angel wings already on earth. From the moment he was born he emanated strength and was surrounded by the unconditional love of his Mom and...

Mar 5, 2025

Mary T. Alger, New Holstein, formerly of Kaukauna, age 66, died Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Homestead Health Services.  She was born in Kaukauna on June 22, 1958, to the late Robert J. and Bernadette "Cricket" (Specht) Alger.

Mary enjoyed her job at Valley Packaging, her beloved cat Marilyn, traveling, going to camp, crafting, good food, and...

Mar 3, 2025

Clarence Daniel "Dan" Montalbano, Appleton, age 74, died Monday, March 3, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Dan was born in Chicago on July 14, 1950, to the late Clarence and Betty (Robertson) Montalbano. He was a 1968 graduate of Oshkosh High School and married Sally Kaufman in Appleton on April 6, 1973.

Dan...

Mar 3, 2025

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Jackie Delano Knick, Sr., Kimberly, age 91, at St. Paul Elder Services on Monday, March 3, 2025.  He was born in Covington, Virginia on July 16, 1933, to the late Alvis and Lottie (Bush) Knick.  Jack proudly served in the U.S. Navy and married Evelyn Scott in Covington on...

Mar 2, 2025

Rose Mary "Gusha" Metoxen, Kaukauna, age 75, died unexpectedly at her home on Sunday, March 2, 2025.  She was born on August 13, 1949, to the late Hazel (Smith) Metoxen-Noble and Freeman Metoxen, Sr.  Rose worked as a catastrophic claims adjustor for American Family Insurance, retiring after 35 years of service.  She also worked part time at the Oneida...

Feb 25, 2025

Lorraine M. Berg, Fremont, age 96, died Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at Cherry Meadows Hospice.  She was born in Milwaukee on October 16, 1928, to the late Bernard and Kristiane (Kristiansen) Sunderland.  On June 8, 1956, Lorraine married Raymond Berg in Brookfield.  He preceded her in death on February 1, 2021.  Lorraine enjoyed woodworking, painting, gardening, and showing dogs.  ...

Feb 24, 2025

Lloyd A. Larsen, of Appleton, formerly of Sheboygan, died Monday, February 24, 2025 at the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King.  He was born in Mountain, WI on March 18, 1934 to the late Alfred and Myrtle (Shier) Larsen.  He worked in the foundry for many years.  Lloyd was very handy and used his skills to repair automobiles, remodel homes...

Feb 24, 2025

Margaret Christine (Ulrich) Van Handel passed away on February 24, 2025, with her loving family by her side.  Marge was born on March 31, 1937, in Appleton to Ken and Johanna Ulrich.  She married the love of her life, Raymond on May 10, 1958, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Appleton.  They had 66 years together raising three wonderful...

Feb 22, 2025

Bernice G. Grogan, loving mother, passed away after a short illness on February 22, 2025, at the age of 90.

She is survived by her children: Lisa (James) Stephenson, Patrick (Betty) Grogan, James Grogan, and Timothy Grogan; and her grandchildren: Jerin (Emily), and Grant.

Bernice is preceded in death by her son, Michael Grogan.

Feb 21, 2025

Patricia P. Lyle, age 81, died at her home following a short illness on Friday, February 21, 2025. She was born in Honesdale, Pennsylvania, on June 11, 1943, to the late Howard and Irene (Seeley) Phillips. Pat married Roger L. Lyle, Sr., on June 22, 1996, in West Hartford, Connecticut. Along with working as an aid in a health...

Feb 21, 2025

Kathleen E. Neuman (nee Niesen, Marquardt, Lambert), age 84, departed this earthly life on February 21, 2025. Kathy was born in Kaukauna on June 2, 1940, to the late Herbert and Adeline (Eiting) Niesen. She attended Holy Cross Grade School and graduated from Kaukauna High School before later attending Alverno College in Milwaukee, after which she began her family...

Feb 20, 2025

Linda L. DeBruin passed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on her 82nd birthday, February 20, 2025.  She was born Linda Lea Butler on February 20, 1943.  After some time in the Green Bay orphanage, she was lovingly taken into the foster home of Casper and Phoebe Griesbach and stayed there until she married Francis Hofacker,...

Feb 19, 2025

Thomas Clifford Taplin passed peacefully with his family by his side after a long battle with dementia on February 19, 2025.  Tom was born in Menasha, WI on January 17th, 1943 to the late Cecil and Helen Taplin. He left home to join the Army in 1961 and served until 1964, when he met his future wife and best...

Feb 12, 2025

Suzanne Lella, Neenah, age 83, died at CopperStone Assisted Living on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

Feb 11, 2025

Jean B. (Squier) Hendricks, of Kaukauna, age 96, died Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Care Partners in Neenah.  She was born in La Crosse on July 1, 1928 to the late Walter and Mattie (Phillips) Connell.  Jean married Daniel G. Squier on November 12, 1946.  He preceded her in death in 2001.  In 2005, Jean married Henry Hendricks.  He...

Feb 9, 2025

Margaret Brouillard, age 87, of Appleton, died Sunday, February 9, 2025. Marge was born in Milwaukee on February 13, 1937, to the late Ted and Maggie (Talbot) Fischer.  Marge was a devoted, loving, and caring wife, mother, and grandmother. Marge was also a wonderful friend. She had many lifelong friends, including: Janet Wisneski, Joyce Lake, Ken and Clarice Hoffman,...

Feb 9, 2025

Chester G. Kaleta, III, Neenah, age 48, died at his home.

A private service was held.

Feb 7, 2025

Sharon A. "Bunny" Koester, age 79, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 7, 2025, of pancreatic cancer. Sharon was born on April 13, 1945, to the late William and Christine Vogels. Sharon married Kenneth Koester on April 15, 1989, at Immanuel United Church of Christ in Kaukauna. They spent over 35 years camping at Kenney Lake Campground in Marion,...

Feb 7, 2025

JoAnn Nechodom, age 68, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, after living a life that we should all aspire to. JoAnn was a person whose life was defined by love and selflessness. She had a remarkable ability to make those around her feel valued and cared for and showed genuine compassion that touched the lives of everyone. Her...