Obituaries

Aug 25, 2025

Walter Emerich, Appleton, died Monday, August 25, 2025.

No obituary is available.

Aug 25, 2025

Betty Mumm, Neenah, age 99, died Monday, August 25, 2025.

No obituary is available.

Aug 25, 2025

Thomas Knoke, Fox Crossing, died Monday, August 25, 2025.

Arrangements are pending.

Aug 18, 2025

Wesley Bevers, Appleton, age 97, loving husband and father, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025 at Care Partners in Appleton after a prolonged battle with Alzheimer's dementia

He was born on April 28, 1928 to the late Adrian and Myrtle (Le Boeuf) Bevers and grew up in Little Chute.  Wesley joined the Navy at age...

Aug 14, 2025

Daniel "Dan" Lee Basler, 63, of Kaukauna, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 14, due to complications following health challenges.

Born in Chilton, Dan grew up in the Charlesburg/Chilton area before moving to Marinette for work. He later settled in Kaukauna, where he made his home for many years. Dan worked at the Thilmany Mill for 35...

Aug 10, 2025

Daniel M. Schafer, age 65, of Neenah, died Sunday, August 10, 2025.

In accordance with his wishes, no services will be held.

Aug 8, 2025

Daniel J. Boehnlein left us just two days shy of his 64th birthday on Friday, August 8th, 2025. He was survived by his greatest accomplishments, his children. Christopher (Angie) Boehnlein, Melissa (Josh) Anderson, Amanda (Jordan) Hereford, Kenneth (Kelly) Micke, and Kelsey Micke - as well as the rock of the family, his sister Charlotte (Todd) Immonen, and siblings Sue,...

Aug 6, 2025

Scott Kelly, 54, of Kaukauna, WI passed away peacefully at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Appleton, WI on August 6th, 2025, with his loving wife Shannon at his side. His ultimate loss was due to aggressive metastatic cancer. Scott was born in Appleton, WI to Michael and Carol (Nechodom).  He married Shannon, his "Puds" and spent over 20 years together, living...

Jul 31, 2025

Thomas J. Verhagen, 84, Kaukauna, passed away with his family by his side on Thursday, July 31, 2025.  He was born on July 28, 1941, the son of John (Jack) and Marie (Manning) Verhagen. He attended St. John Grade School and High School in Little Chute.  Tom was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during the Vietnam Era, specifically activated...

Jul 30, 2025

Our mom, Betty Vander Pas, died on July 30, 2025.  Betty was born May 25, 1937, the second of seven children born to the late Albert and Martha (Haen) Poppe.  She and her high school sweetheart, James Vander Pas, were married for 41 years and together raised 6 children.

Betty lived most of her life in Kimberly,...

Jul 28, 2025

Joshtin H. Van Den Bloomer age 31, passed away Monday July 28, 2025. He was a devoted father, a loving son, a loving brother, and a friend to everyone he met.  He was born on January 21, 1994, in Kaukauna WI, son of Scott and Sheila (Wolfinger) Van Den Bloomer.

Joshtin was known for his big heart,...

Jul 25, 2025

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Nancy J. Schmechel, age 86, who departed this life peacefully on July 25, 2025 in her sleep.

Born in Green Bay, WI., Nancy lived a full life rooted in love, kindness, and an unshakable appreciation for the natural world. A lifelong gardener, she found...

Jul 24, 2025

Connie Jean Hayes, Little Chute, age 79, died Thursday, July 24, 2025.

A private burial was held at Highland Memorial Park.

Jul 22, 2025

Craig G. Jaeckels, age 59, of Appleton, went to meet his Savior on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Thedacare Regional Medical Center – Appleton. Craig was born in Clintonville on August 20, 1965, to the late Clarence and Betty (Handrich) Jaeckels. Aside from going out to eat, a fondness for maps, sending greeting cards, and cracking the occasional dad-joke,...

Jul 22, 2025

Leah Lynn Williamson passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with Leiomyosarcoma, surrounded by the love of her family. Leah was the most patient, kind, and loving person to all who knew her. Her gentle spirit, quiet strength, and unwavering grace touched the lives of so many.

Leah treasured time with her family more than...

Jul 19, 2025

Lyle A. Spreeman, age 94, of Kaukauna, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025.  He was born on January 20, 1931, to the late Herman and Gertrude (Lueck) Spreeman.  On May 3, 1952, Lyle married Lillian Nieuwenhuis in Kaukauna, WI.

Lyle is survived by four children:  Vicki (Bruce) Walker, Mark (Brenda) Spreeman, Pat Hartung, and Laure (Dave)...

Jul 10, 2025

Thomas K. Penney, Neenah, age 82, passed away peacefully at home on July 10, 2025.  He was born in Neenah on September 2, 1942, to the late Llewellyn and Verna (Moreau) Penney.  Thomas graduated from St. Mary's Menasha in 1957 and went on to receive a degree in Drafting.  He enjoyed photography and his time at the Neenah Senior...

Jul 7, 2025

Melvin (Sonny) Lawver, passed away in Green Bay on Monday, July 7th, 2025. Sonny was born July 12th, 1944, to his loving parents Marion Marvin and Bernice Vivian (Hovland) Lawver. On July 19th, 1997, Sonny married the love of his life Shelly J. Vanden Bloomer. He loved her so much and would do anything for her. Sonny loved to...

Jul 2, 2025

Donna Mullen, Appleton, 88, died peacefully in her home with her daughter, Penny, at her side on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Donna was born on May 22, 1937, to the late Henry and Rosella (Verhagen ) Feluaer. Donna graduated from Seymour High School in 1956. Donna married Lavern Mullen on August 18, 1956, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in...

Jun 29, 2025

In Loving Memory of Dave Jerome "Danger" Nettekoven June 21, 1976 – June 29, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dave Jerome Nettekoven—affectionately known by many as "Danger"—on June 29, 2025, in Appleton, Wisconsin, at the age of 49.

Born on June 21, 1976, in Kaukauna, Wisconsin. From a young age, he...