Obituaries

Sep 11, 2025

Heaven's gain is Earth's loss. On September 11, 2025, after a two-year battle with metastatic melanoma, Kieran "Joe" Purcell, 86, passed away in the presence of his daughter Amanda, son-in-law John, and grandson Nicholas.

Kieran was born in Manhattan, New York, on October 11, 1938, the son of John and Honora (Burns) Purcell, and grew up in...

Sep 3, 2025

Ronald Lee "Ron" Brooks, age 77, passed away at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center of Appleton on September 3, 2025. He was born November 4, 1947, to Frank and Alice (Thompson) Brooks in Anchorage, Alaska. After graduation from Kaukauna High School in 1965, he enlisted in the Coast Guard serving 4 years. He had many jobs throughout his life but...

Sep 3, 2025

Jake B. McKay, New London, age 31, died Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Neenah following a long struggle with diabetes.  He was born in Appleton on May 10, 1994, the son of Wanda Nechkash and Shannon McKay.  Jake graduated from Kaukauna High School.  He loved the outdoors, fishing, and helping with chores on his...

Sep 1, 2025

Gerald "Jerry" Vanevenhoven, Kaukauna, age 75, passed away on September 1, 2025, having fought a difficult journey with brain cancer.  Jerry enjoyed woodworking and built his home with his friend, Bob Schottmuller.  He taught at Little Chute High School, was a safety consultant for Wausau Insurance, and later for ISI in Appleton.  At each place, he made wonderful friends...

Aug 26, 2025

Carl Kaminski, Kaukauna, age 92, died Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at Frontida Assisted Living.  He was born in Manitowoc on October 27, 1932 to the late Aloyains "Alois" and Frances (Korlesky) Kaminski.  He married Janet Neilitz on June 20, 1953 in Manitowoc.  Carl proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed in Washington DC from 1952-1956.  He...

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...