Obituaries

Jul 18, 2023

On July 18, 1988, the Burch family received the most precious gift … a late in life, unexpected little girl.  Brittany Judith was born into a family that couldn't have been more thrilled to have her.  With two smitten parents, a 17 year old sister, and an 11 year old brother, Britty easily took her role as the princess...

Jul 17, 2023

Calvin J. Welch, age 84, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Monday, July 17, 2023. Calvin was born on November 8, 1938, in the town of Hobart, the son of the late Lloyd and Cordella Welch. He attended Holy Cross and later Kaukauna High School. He married the love of his life, Patricia Fleming,...

Jul 7, 2023

Bernice S. Maes, Kaukauna, age 94, died at St. Elizabeth Hospital on Friday, July 7, 2023.  She was born in Appleton on September 2, 1928 to the late Henry and Bertha (Vosters) Williamson.  Bernice married Henry Maes on October 1, 1949.   She treasured her family and was a loving mother.

Bernice is survived by her children:  Michael...

Jul 7, 2023

Sandra J. Wickesberg, Kaukauna, age 88, died at her home on Friday, July 7, 2023.  She was born on February 14, 1935 to the late Arthur and Bernice (O'Brien) Borg.  She married Gerald Wickesberg on May 5, 1956 at Bethany Lutheran Church.  He preceded her in death on January 4, 2005.  Sandra was a member of TOPS and the...

Jul 6, 2023

Kyle Charles Baeten, Sr., Appleton, age 40, died at his home on Thursday, July 6, 2023.   He was born in Appleton on December 6, 1982, the son of Marvin and Jeanne (Spaulding) Baeten.  Kyle loved to spend time with his children and family, fish, play board games, pool, cook and cheer on the Packers.  As the comedian of our...

Jul 5, 2023

The Lord granted His loving daughter, Lorraine Mary Van Vreede, age 100, her wish. She passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning, July 5, 2023 at Living Tree Estates, Greenville, WI.  She was born in Black Creek on March 3, 1923 to Harold and Helen (Nytes) Verbeten and was the oldest of ten children. She graduated from Wrightstown High School...

Jul 1, 2023

Karen F. Janssen, age 84, died at her home on July 1, 2023. Karen was born in Sturgeon Bay on August, 28, 1938, to the late Harold and Julie (Challe) Smith. She married Michael George Van Rixel at St. Joseph's Church in Sturgeon Bay and together, they raised their three sons before Michael's death in 2009. Karen was the...

Jun 28, 2023

Ronald D. Wenham, Kimberly, age 91, passed away Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at his home.  He was born in Milton on June 9, 1932 to the late Forest and Lenora (Paul) Wenham.  Following high school, Ronald spent four years in the United States Army.  He married Nancy Howard in Janesville in 1956.  She preceded him in death in 1995....

Jun 22, 2023

Grace A. Fiestedt, Greenville, age 81, died Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Living Tree Estates.  She was born in Little Chute on December 19, 1941 to the late Walter and Delaphine (Lom) Verhagen.  Grace married Carlton Fiestedt at St. John Nepomucene Church on May 23, 1970.  She worked at Goodwill Industries in accounting before taking on the role of...

Jun 20, 2023

Gary R. Gluth, Sr., age 77, of Kaukauna, died at his home late Tuesday, June 20, 2023. Gary was born in Oshkosh to the late Lester and Ethel (Rasey) Gluth on December 15, 1945. He married Kathryn Meyer on June 3, 1967, at Sacred Heart Church in Oshkosh, together raising their four children. Gary served his country in the...

Jun 18, 2023

Christine Ann "Raven" Chaffey, Appleton, died Sunday, June 18, 2023 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton.  She was born in Bellflower, CA on July 23, 1970, the daughter of Michael and Donna (Emerson) Chaffey.  Raven had a love of animals and was devoted to her dogs, Panther and Trinity.  She had a passion for food and loved trying...

Jun 16, 2023

Karen Mae Benotch passed away peacefully on Friday, June 16, 2023. She was born on October 21, 1962, the daughter of Karl and Erika Altmann.

Karen was a very personable, humble person, who was most happiest just living a simple life. She enjoyed shooting pool, tossing bean bags, and playing cribbage. Karen loved sitting on the porch...

Jun 9, 2023

Nancy Marie West, Appleton, age 87, died Friday, June 9, 2023 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton.  She was born in Appleton on August 5, 1935 to the late Joseph and Helen (Kitzinger) Brouillard.

In accordance with her wishes, a private burial will be held.

Jun 9, 2023

Theodore 'Ted' Harry Wilcox (83) of Appleton, passed away peacefully at his home, listening to the Brewer game, surrounded by his family June 9th, 2023.

He was born on August 24th, 1939, to parents Rolland T. and Flora (Neuman) Wilcox in Appleton, WI. Ted lost his mother at the age of 4.  His resilient spirit was cultivated...

Jun 6, 2023

Donald Guy Hansen, lovingly known to his family and many others as "Papa", age 84 of Waupaca passed away on Tuesday, June 6th, 2023.

Don was born on June 28th, 1938 in Chicago IL, son of Henry Hansen and Amy (Barrington) Hidde. Don had 2 younger brothers: Richard "Dick" Hansen and Clyde "Chuck" Hansen. After separating from...

Jun 1, 2023

Sandra J. Coffey, Kaukauna, age 79, died at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, June 1, 2023.  She was born in Kaukauna on March 18, 1944, to the late Wilfred and Louise (Marsh) Vanevenhoven.  Sandra married Michael Coffey at Holy Cross Parish on March 13, 1965.  She enjoyed playing cards, she shared a deep passion for...

May 26, 2023

Robert John Mittlestadt (aka, Johnny, Bob, Grandpa John, Papa John, and Trapper) age 83, Darboy, WI was welcomed home on May 26, 2023, after a very brave and courageous battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). He entered the gates of heaven and was embraced in the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

John was...

May 25, 2023

James A. Nechodom, Little Chute, age 69, passed away peacefully with family by his side due to complications from heart surgery at St. Elizabeth Hospital on Thursday, May 25, 2023.  He was born in Appleton on January 13, 1954 to the late Robert and Lorraine (Vaubel) Nechodom.  Jim followed his father and grandfather's footsteps into law enforcement with a...

May 23, 2023

Sharon L. "Sherri" Wichman, age 74, died unexpectedly at her cottage in Door County, on May 23, 2023. She was born in Oshkosh on April 5, 1949, to the late Leo and Isabelle (Schroeder) Voss. Sherri was an outgoing, giving soul. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She was an amazing Mom and Grandma, doing various...

May 22, 2023

Sharon L. Fries, age 80, died unexpectedly at her home on May 22, 2023. She was born in Appleton on August 27, 1942, to the late William and Evelyn (DeGroot) Riley. Sharon was raised in Appleton, graduating from Appleton High School, before marrying Donald Fries on February 27, 1965. Together, they raised their three children. Sharon was the most...