Joseph F. Portman
Feb 1, 2015
Joseph "Joe" F. Portman, 87, Kaukauna, passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2015. He was born on February 26, 1927 to the late Frank and Matilda (Kern) Portman. In 1941, Joe joined the Navy and served 5 years including a tour in WWII. On February 21, 1945 he married Frances Grissman in Springvale, Maine. Joe enjoyed gardening, camping, fishing, music...
Javier Perez
Jan 28, 2015
Javier Perez, Appleton, age 58, died Wednesday. Visitation will be held Saturday at ST. TERESE PARISH beginning at 9:00 a.m. until time of mass at 11:00 a.m.
Paul Harper
Jan 27, 2015
W. Paul Harper, age 82, Freedom, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at Oakridge Gardens, Menasha. He was born in Neenah to the late Willis "Boots" Harper and Milly (Schultz) Harper. Upon graduation from Menasha High he enlisted in the U.S Army, serving a year in Japan during the Korean Conflict. On August 20, 1955, he was united in...
Loretta Jeske
Jan 25, 2015
Loretta Lucy Jeske passed away Sunday January 25, 2015 at her home in West De Pere. Her kindness, generosity and love touched the lives of countless people and her pure heart was an inspiration to all who knew her. Loretta was born in Springhill, IL on May 3, 1923 to the late Charles and Grace (Franks) Redell. Her 10 siblings...
Paula Romenesko-Schink
Jan 23, 2015
Paula A. (Romenesko) Schink, Kaukauna, age 49, died Friday January 23, 2015. She was born on July 12, 1965 in Kaukauna to the late Wesley and Agnes (Bloch) Romenesko. Paula volunteered at the St. John Food Pantry in Little Chute and a Christian resale shop. Paula is survived by her sons: Kyle of Colorado; and Noah of Kaukauna; siblings: Michael...
Norma J. Carter
Jan 21, 2015
Norma J. Carter, Menasha, age 75, died Wednesday January 21, 2015 at her home. She was born in Milwaukee on August 2, 1939 to the late Arthur and Doris Lucchesi. Norma enjoyed bird watching, fishing, bingo, slot machines and Wendy's Frosties. She adored her grandchildren. Norma is survived by her children: Daniel Carter III, Menasha; Greg (Kathy) Carter, Hubertus; and...
Scott R. Peterson
Jan 16, 2015
Scott R. Peterson, Little Chute, age 45, died Friday January 16, 2015. He was born in Green Bay on October 31, 1969 to Dennis and Barbara (Buenning) Peterson. Scott served with the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne in Panama and Desert Storm; he always proclaimed that he wasn't comfortable up high unless he had a parachute on his back. He married...
Lester Bevers
Jan 14, 2015
Lester "Les" Bevers, Kaukauna, age 84, was called to Heaven's Wood Shop on Wednesday, January 14, 2015. When he answered the call, he was surrounde"d by all of his loving children. He was born on October 12, 1930, the son of the late Peter and Josephine (Jansen) Bevers. On June 7, 1952, he was joined in marriage to the love...
Marie Truyman
Jan 14, 2015
Marie Truyman, Kaukauna, age 90, died at her home Wednesday January 14, 2015. She was born in Kaukauna on August 8, 1924 to the late August and Elizabeth (Nushart) Vils. Marie married Jerome J. Truyman on February 14, 1950 at St. Mary's Church in Kaukauna. They shared 57 years of marriage before his death on September 23, 2007. Marie was...
Darlene M. Mcandrews
Jan 12, 2015
Darlene M. McAndrews, age 69, passed away Monday, January 12, 2015, at Brewster Village after a long illness. Darlene was born on February 25, 1945 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, daughter of the late Andrew and Marie Van Dera. On November 20, 1971 Darlene married Mark McAndrews in Kaukauna. Darlene was employed at Bergs Dry Cleaners, Kaukauna Klub, Larry's Piggly Wiggly...
Kathleen N. Hafeman
Jan 12, 2015
Kathleen N. Hafeman, 68, passed away after a brief illness and surrounded by family on Monday, January 12, 2015, leaving a legacy of laughter and love. She was born on October 29, 1946, in Appleton to the late Raymond and Mildred (Spierings) St. Cyr and worked selflessly to make memories for everyone she encountered, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary....
Robert Bloedorn Jr.
Jan 11, 2015
Robert Bloedorn Jr., Neenah, formerly of Clintonville, age 78, died Sunday January 11, 2015 at Theda Clark Medical Center. He was born in Shawano on July 16, 1936 to the late Robert and Esther (Bartelt) Bloedorn Sr. Robert is survived by his children: Robert D. Bloedorn III (Maryann Malueg) and Debra (Michael) Terry; grandchildren: Merissa Bloedorn (Jameson Wilson); great grandson:...
Ivan H. Johnson
Jan 5, 2015
Ivan Howard Johnson, 98, passed away peacefully at home in Appleton, WI on January 5, 2015. Ivan was born in Eau Claire, WI on July 6, 1916 to the late Joseph and Thea (Odegaard) Johnson. Ivan graduated from Eau Claire High School in 1934 and worked for the Civilian Conservation Corps following graduation. He proudly served in the U.S. Army...
Patrick Vandenberg
Jan 5, 2015
Patrick W. "Rick" Vandenberg, Little Chute, age 68, died Monday January 5, 2015 at Cherry Meadows. He was born in Neenah on October 23, 1946 to the late Isadore and Louise (Blohm) Vandenberg. Rick was a talented high school athlete and had the opportunity to play semi-pro baseball. His father advised him against it, telling him to get a real...
Joseph Huisman
Jan 4, 2015
Joseph Huisman, age 60, died Sunday January 4, 2015. A private service was held.
Vivian Skalmusky
Jan 3, 2015
Vivian Bevers Skalmusky, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, sister and friend took her place in heaven on January 3, 2015. Born on January 11, 1921 to Adrian and Myrtle Bevers of Little Chute, Vivian married Marvin Skalmusky on February 14, 1942. Vivian is survived by her children: Carolyn (Neal) Dantes, Quincy, Michigan; Marva (Chuck) Ohman, Kaukauna;...
Peanuts (Thelma) Ryba
Jan 2, 2015
"Peanuts" Thelma C. Ryba, 87, Little Chute, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2015. She was born on January 13, 1927 to the late John and Caroline (Blatz) Weber. She grew up on the family farm and on May 21, 1949 she married Orville Ryba at St. Joseph's Church in Appleton. He preceded her in death in July 1979. Peanuts...
William E. Kappell
Dec 31, 2014
William E. Kappell, 63, of Little Chute, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee with his family by his side. Bill was born on July 6, 1951, son of the late Joseph and Nona (Jury) Kappell. Bill was a graduate of Little Chute High School Class of 1969. Bill worked at Thilmany's until his retirement...
Bruce Bartelt
Dec 26, 2014
Bruce John Bartelt, age 49, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 24, 2014. He was born on October 14, 1965 in Kaukauna to the late Douglas and Sally Bartelt. He enjoyed playing cards, fishing, watching the packers and spending time with family and friends. Bruce is survived by five brothers, Carl, Charles (Tina), John (Kim), Tom (Donna), William (Tina); sister...
Carl J. "Bud" Mathison
Dec 19, 2014
Carl J. "Bud" Mathison, age 79, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 19, 2014 at home with his family by his side after a very courageous battle with cancer. He is now reunited with his beautiful daughter Connie, who passed away at the age of 17. He was born in Appleton on June 14, 1935 to the late Carl and...
