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Mary A. Kerkhoff

Mary A. Kerkhoff

Feb 1, 2020

Mary A. Kerkhoff, Little Chute, age 93, died at Century Oaks Assisted Living on Saturday, February 1, 2020.  She was born in Hollandtown on July 14, 1926 to the late Thomas and Catherine (Flynn) Hagany.  Mary's parents both died when she was very young and she was lucky enough to be raised by her special aunt, the late Margaret...

Rosemary Britten

Rosemary Britten

Feb 1, 2020

Rosemary Britten, Kaukauna, age 80, died Saturday, February 1, 2020 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton.  She was born in Kaukauna on January 21, 1940 to the late Raymond and Marie (Verkuilen) Britten.  Rosemary worked at Ariens Company until her retirement.  She was devoted to her family and friends, always putting others first.

Rosemary is survived...

Dawn M. Forbes

Dawn M. Forbes

Jan 29, 2020

Dawn M. Forbes, Kaukauna, age 72, died at her home on Wednesday, January 29, 2020.  She was born in Wisconsin Rapids on December 21, 1947 to the late Edwin and Charlotte (Erdman) O'Day.   Dawn worked in the area as a Certified Nursing Assistant.  She was a resident of Golden Venture Apartments, where she had many good friends.

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Larry S. Rath

Larry S. Rath

Jan 26, 2020

Larry S. Rath, Stephensville, WI.  My brother Larry passed away the evening of January 26 th , 2020.  He has joined our dad and mom, Wilbur and LaRue Rath, in heaven where Jesus has made a place for him.  Larry was born in Denison, Iowa on August 30, 1947, where he lived on a farm in Arion, Iowa.  In...

Florence J. Sytsma

Florence J. Sytsma

Jan 25, 2020

Florence J.Sytsma, Appleton, WI, formerly of Kalamazoo, Michigan, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at the age of 94 at Touchmark Retirement Community. She was born in Kalamazoo, MI on December 22, 1925 to the late John and Alice (Meulman) Drenth.  Florence married James Sytsma on May 3, 1949 at Third Reformed...

Donald Havinga

Donald Havinga

Jan 24, 2020

Donald C. Havinga, Little Chute, age 68, died Friday, January 24, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Hospital.  He was born in Appleton on May 5, 1951 to Gilbert and Agnes (Giasson) Havinga.  He married Christine (nee Kunstman) on May 5, 2005.  Don retired from Neenah Foundry after more than 40 years of service, in 2016.  Don loved all things automotive. ...

Richard W. Burch

Richard W. Burch

Jan 22, 2020

Richard W. Burch, Hustisford, age 75, died peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, January 22, 2020.  He was born in Hillsboro, WI, on August 5, 1944, to the late Walter and Cleota (Winchell) Burch.  Richard married his best friend, Mary Muenzer, in Milwaukee on October 31, 1970.  They raised their family in Milwaukee before realizing their dream of living...

Alan J. Vanevenhoven

Alan J. Vanevenhoven

Jan 18, 2020

Alan J. Vanevenhoven, Kaukauna, age 62, passed away at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton on Saturday, January 18, 2020, surrounded by his family.  He was born in Kaukauna on March 31, 1957 to the late Edwin and Mary (Verbeten) Vanevenhoven.  Alan attended school in Kaukauna.  At age 17, he was critically injured in an automobile accident that left...

Sara Thao

Sara Thao

Jan 15, 2020

Sara Thao, Green Bay, age 46, died Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at Aurora BayCare Medical Center.

Arrangements are pending.

Robert L. Vanhulst

Robert L. Vanhulst

Jan 11, 2020

Robert L. VanHulst (Bodie), 56, of Appleton passed away after a three week battle with cancer on January 11 th , 2020. He was born August 16th, 1963, son of the late Robert VanHulst and Carol VanHulst (Huse). Bob married the love of his life Julie Wieringa, August 24th, 2019 in front of all of their dearest friends and...

Dale Hoopingarner

Dale Hoopingarner

Jan 11, 2020

Dale Hoopingarner, age 60, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020, after a long battle with Lewy Body Parkinson's disease.  He married Carol VanderLoop on August 9, 1996.

Dale will be deeply missed by his wife, Carol; son, Lance; and step son, Josh Manders; along with the rest of his family and friends.

Dale worked as...

Ervin E. De Bruin

Ervin E. De Bruin

Jan 11, 2020

Ervin E. De Bruin, Kaukauna, age 93, died Saturday, January 11, 2020 at the St. Paul Home. He was born in Seymour to the late Edward and Hattie (Green) De Bruin. He married Jermilla M. "Millie" Verhagen on April 17, 1947 at Holy Cross Parish. Erv retired from Thilmany Pulp and Paper as a Paper Machine Supervisor after 37...

Gary E. Schoeneck

Gary E. Schoeneck

Jan 5, 2020

Gary Edward Schoeneck, went home to Jesus on January 5, 2020 at the age of 71.  Gary was born in Antigo, Wisconsin to the late Oscar Schoeneck and Phyllis Krueger Schoeneck on April 23, 1948.

He excelled in grade school, high school and college athletics, lettering in multiple sports.  Throughout his life he loved spending time in...

David L. George

David L. George

Jan 4, 2020

David L. George, Kaukauna, age 88, died Saturday, January 4, 2020 at the St. Paul Home, surrounded by his family.  He was born in Kaukauna on June 10, 1931 to the late Lester and Jenny (Voss) George and was an Army veteran.  David married Jane McDaniel at St. Paul Parish in Wrightstown on July 3, 1952.  He worked at...

Geraldine C. Daverveld

Geraldine C. Daverveld

Dec 26, 2019

Geraldine C. Daverveld, Appleton, age 80, died peacefully at her home on Thursday, December 26, 2019.  She was born on March 23, 1939 in Appleton to the late William H. and Mildred S. (Zeffery) Hietpas.  Geraldine married James J. Daverveld on May 5, 1962 at St. Edward Parish in Mackville.  Together, they raised two sons and operated the Standard...

Carl R. Hughes

Carl R. Hughes

Dec 26, 2019

Carl R. Hughes, Kaukauna, age 73, died Thursday, December 26, 2019 at St. Paul Elder Services.

No funeral will be held.

Mary Joyce Egan

Mary Joyce Egan

Dec 24, 2019

Mary ("Joyce") Egan, Appleton, age 85, passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 24, 2019, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Little Chute on April 20, 1934.  Joyce was known for her kindness and generosity.   She treasured the people in her life and found joy in serving and caring for them.    She was a loving mother, grandmother, and...

Lawrence E. Benbrooks

Lawrence E. Benbrooks

Dec 23, 2019

Lawrence E. Benbrooks, Appleton, age 75, died Monday.

Arrangements are pending.

Joan Schaefer

Joan Schaefer

Dec 20, 2019

Joan Schaefer, Town of Buchanan, age 90, died Friday, December 20, 2019.  She was born in Appleton on February 2, 1929 to the late Alois and Theresa (Kronser) Bruex.  Joan married Norbert Schaefer on January 18, 1949 at Holy Angels Parish.  He preceded her in death on April 11, 2019, after 70 years of marriage.  Joan was a devoted...

Jeffrey A. Bahr

Jeffrey A. Bahr

Dec 17, 2019

Jeffrey A. Bahr, Appleton, age 64, died Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital.  He was born in Eau Claire on April 8, 1955 to the late Ervin and Betty (Stanford) Bahr.  Jeff enjoyed fishing and shooting.  He loved working with this hands, whether it was glass etching, cooking, or gardening.  Jeff cherished his grandchildren and enjoyed...

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