Obituaries

Sep 7, 2017

Sally L. Joseph Hahlbeck, Little Chute, age 82, died unexpectedly on Thursday, September 7, 2017. She was born in New York City on October 6, 1934, to the late Bernard and Mildred (Harper) Joseph. Sally was an avid reader and enjoyed a spirited political conversation. She was a proud grandma and cherished time spent with her family. Sally was...

Sep 7, 2017

Elaine A. Smith, Kimberly, age 73, died Thursday, September 7, 2017 at the Bridges of Appleton. She was born in Sheboygan on July 24, 1944, the fifth child of the late Albert and Ida (Kaiser) Beringer. Elaine married Anthony L. Petrie, Sr. on December 1, 1962 in Sheboygan Falls. Together, they had four sons: Anthony Jr., Keith (aka Alexander...

Sep 4, 2017

Elgin F. Marshall, Appleton, formerly of Elroy, age 88, died Monday, September 4, 2017 at Atrium Post Acute Care in Appleton. A private family funeral was held.

Aug 31, 2017

Geraldine C. Deininger, Kaukauna, age 83, died at her home on Thursday, August 31, 2017. Gerrie was born in Merrill to the late Martin and Ruth (Dreves) Pankow on October 23, 1933. She married Howard Deininger on May 2, 1953 at St. John Church in Merrill. He preceded her in death in 1998. Gerrie was a devoted wife, mother...

Aug 26, 2017

Marie A. Haen, New Holstein, age 73, died Saturday, August 26, 2017. She was born in Appleton to the late Arthur and Dorothy (Flenz) Haen. Marie graduated from Kaukauna High School in 1963 and received an Associates Degree from Fox Valley Technical College. She worked for Elm Tree Bakery and Brillion Iron Works for many years.

Marie...

Aug 21, 2017

Darla Jean (Mentzel) Lund, age 79, of Freedom, went in her sleep peacefully, to her heavenly home on August 21 st , 2017. She was born July 13, 1938 to the late Alvin and Fleda Lucille (Ensign) Mentzel in New London, WI and was raised on the family farm in Northport, WI. Darla was confirmed in 1952 from Emanual...

Aug 19, 2017

Alan James Wouters, age 63, passed away suddenly at ThedaCare Hospital in Neenah, Wisconsin after a short battle with cancer. Alan was born on December 28, 1953 at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Appleton. Survivors include his longtime companion, Mary Allgeyer, his son, Travis (Sara) Wouters, and granddaughter Ella.

Aug 13, 2017

Nancy Rollo, 66, passed on to the loving arms of our Lord on August 13, 2017 after a long, brave fight with cancer, surrounded by the people she loved. Nancy was born on September 7, 1950 at St. Elizabeth Hospital to the late Quintin and Dorothy (Kerkhof) Gloudemans.

She was known for her tremendous positive attitude, and...

Aug 11, 2017

Cheryl Lynn Burg, Kimberly, age 54, died at Theda Clark Medical Center in Neenah on Friday, August 11, 2017. Arrangements are pending.

Aug 5, 2017

Linda C. Fenn, Kiel, age 65, died Saturday, August 5, 2017. In accordance with her wishes, no funeral will be held.

Aug 1, 2017

Kathleen Ann Van Dyke, Darboy, age 74, died peacefully at her home on Tuesday, August 1, 2017. She was born in Appleton on July 2, 1943 to the late Karl and Lavern (Zick) Daniel. Kathleen married Marvin "Butch" Van Dyke on June 5, 1965 at Holy Angels Parish in Darboy. Kathy took great joy in caring for her MANY...

Jul 31, 2017

James C. Williamson, Greenville, age 81, died Monday, July 31, 2017 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton. The family is planning a private funeral at his parish.

Jul 29, 2017

Karen Rae Lesch, Neenah, age 51, died Saturday, July 29, 2017. Funeral arrangements are pending.

Jul 29, 2017

Gerald J. "Jerry" Van Zeeland, Kimberly, age 88, died Saturday, July 29, 2017. He was born on March 11, 1929 to the late George and Josephine (Van Dinter) Van Zeeland. He graduated from the Kimberly High School class of 1947 and on August 7, 1952, married Janice Schroeder at St. Therese Church in Appleton. He was a Korean War...

Jul 28, 2017

Cody Gray Kersten, 29, was killed in a motorcycle accident on July 28, 2017. He is the youngest son of Ronald and Jamie Kersten, Little Chute, WI. He is survived by two brothers: Ron Jr. FL, daughters Neve and Olivia, granddaughter Annistyn Mae; and Cory (Korri) Freedom, sons Noah, Liam and Cody's God-daughter Zoe; his loving grandma Lilah Eick;...

Jul 25, 2017

Michael R. Gerrits, of East Greenville, PA, formerly of Appleton, fought a hard battle against cancer but, unfortunately, lost that battle on Tuesday, July 25, 2017. Mike was born in Appleton on May 7, 1951 to Eugene and Lois (Schabo) Gerrits. He attended St. Joseph School and graduated from Appleton West. Mike was an Army Vietnam veteran. On March...

Jul 4, 2017

Joan M. Verstegen, Little Chute, age 71, died Tuesday, July 4, 2017. She was born in Kaukauna on August 29, 1945 to the late Clarence and Eunice (Van Dalen) Pennings. Joan married James A. Verstegen at St. Paul Parish in Combined Locks on February 14, 1969. Her hobbies included sewing elaborate costumes for her daughter's crazy Halloween ideas and...

Jul 1, 2017

Norman E. Whitney, Combined Locks, age 89, died Saturday, July 1, 2017 at St. Mary's Care Center in Madison. He was born in Spring Brook, WI on July 11, 1927 to the late Roy and Clarice (Coleman) Whitney. Norman served his country in World War II and Korea in the U.S. Army and retired after 20 years of service....

Jun 29, 2017

LeRoy James Goldbeck, 89, went to his eternal home in heaven on Thursday, June 29, 2017, welcomed into the presence of God by his Savior Jesus Christ. LeRoy was born at home in Racine, Wisconsin on April 13, 1928, to Oscar Julius and Hansine Marie (Hjorth) Goldbeck, the youngest of three children. LeRoy represented well his Danish heritage and opportunities...

Jun 27, 2017

Joseph Jerome Glasheen, Appleton, age 68, died Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton. He was born on July 2, 1948 in Little Chute to the late William and Wilma (Derkes) Glasheen. Following his high school graduation, Joseph served in the U.S. Navy. He worked at the Kimberly Mill until they closed. Joseph then worked...