OBITUARIES

Jul 2, 2017

Brian Owen Zuehlke, age 56, of Coloma, passed away Sunday morning, July 2, 2017.

He was born April 10, 1961 in Wild Rose, the son of George and April (Starks) Zuehlke. Brian worked as a carpenter in the home remodeling business until his health declined.

Brian was married to Niva and they had one son, Shawn...

Jul 1, 2017

Richard "Rick" John Kraemer Jr., age 60 of Wild Rose, died unexpectedly on Saturday, July 1, 2017. He was born on September 5, 1956 in Libertyville, IL to the late Richard and Diane Kraemer.

Rick has been a resident of Waushara County, WI for the last 10 years and was currently employed by Fleet Farm in Waupaca....

Jul 1, 2017

Mervin A. Vatland, age 82 of Wautoma, formerly of Appleton passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 1, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was born on July 24, 1934 in Mabel, MN to Alvin and Martha (Haugland) Vatland. Mervin graduated from Mabel High School and then DeVry Technical Institute. In August of 1955 he married Evelyn Nordheim in Decorah,...

Jun 28, 2017

Robert C. Chesbrough, age 82, of Wautoma, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 28, 2017.

He was born July 9, 1934 in Minneapolis, MN the son of Robert and Eronnway (Williams) Chesbrough. He married Marilynn J. (Schmidtke) Weiland on May 10, 1991 in Wautoma.

Bob was a graduate of Whitefish Bay High School and UW-Madison....

Jun 28, 2017

Frank A. Schubert went to his heavenly home on June 28, 2017 at Rosemore Village where he had been residing since Feb. 2016.  Born to Albert and Alma Schubert on December 14th, 1928 in Wautoma.   Frank graduated from Wautoma High School & was fullback on the famed Wautoma Hornet football team of 1947.  Frank served our country in...

Jun 25, 2017

Anona May (Wetmore) Schmudlach, 87, rural Hancock, died Sunday morning, June 25, 2017 at Heartland House, Wautoma, where she has been a resident since January 29, 2013.

Anona was born Feb. 4, 1930, daughter of Franklin Jay and Mary (Edge) Wetmore, at the Hancock Experimental Farm. She often said she was an “experimental baby.” She was proud...

Jun 22, 2017

Verna E. Humphrey was born in a snowstorm on March 11, 1924, the daughter of Gustave and Ella (Gaatz) Groskreutz. She passed away on June 22, 2017, in Wild Rose, Wisconsin, at the age of 93. Verna married Vernon M. Humphrey on Oct. 22, 1947 in Wautoma. He preceded her in death on Aug. 9, 2011.

Verna...

Jun 20, 2017

Dwayne D Daye, age 92 of Neshkoro, died peacefully at Wild Rose Manor on Sunday, June 18, 2017.

Born September 21, 1924 on the family farm in Crystal Lake Township, Neshkoro, Wisconsin to the late Alfred and Della (Koechell) Daye, Dwayne had a love of farming and was a gentle care-taker of the land and the animals...

Jun 14, 2017

Julie Anne Riendeau, age 47, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at Theda Care Regional Medical Center in Neenah. She resided with Rick and Michelle Lewis along with her foster sister, Robyn in Neshkoro. Julie was born March 18, 1970 in Geneva, IL, the daughter of Armand W. and Gloria (Wallander) Riendeau. She moved with her family to Wautoma from Wheaton,...

Jun 13, 2017

Our beloved Robert “Keith” Libnoch lost his battle with cancer at home surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, June 13, 2017. Keith was born on October 17, 1957 in Jacksonville, FL. He was one of five children and the son of Alexi Ishie and Dr. Joseph Libnoch. The family moved to Milwaukee, WI when Keith was 9. He attended...

Jun 12, 2017

Irene M. Shippee, age, 103, formerly of Wautoma, passed away early Monday morning, June 12, 2017 at Crossroads Care Center, Waupaca.

She was born Feb. 24, 1914 in Milwaukee, the daughter of John and Mary (Pawlicki) Dettlaff. She married Alfred Link Sr. on Feb. 9, 1935 in Milwaukee. He preceded her in death on May 9, 1990....

Jun 11, 2017

Patsy Jean Reetz, age 70, of Neshkoro, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly Sunday, June 11, 2017 at her home. She was born Jan.7, 1947 in Neshkoro, the daughter of Bliss and Clara (Krey) Crane. She married Dennis L. Reetz on Sept. 9, 1967 at Zion Lutheran Church in Neshkoro. Patsy was employed as a beautician at LeFemme Beauty Salon in...

Jun 6, 2017

Late Tuesday, June 6, 2017, our beautiful Christian mother, Joyce Wilcox, age 87, looked into the loving eyes of our Savior, and left her earthy home for a joyous eternity in Heaven.  Her last day was just as she wanted it to be.  Family and friends filled the room, polka music filled the air, and peace filled her heart...

Jun 2, 2017

Bernadine Joyce Booth, age 82 of Wautoma, died on Friday, June 2, 2017 at Aurora Bay Care Medical Center, Green Bay. She was born in Weidman, MI on November 4, 1934 to George and Mabel (King) Raub. She graduated from Wautoma High School with the Class of 1952. In 1953 she married Kendall Booth and was later divorced. Bernadine...

Jun 1, 2017

Nancy E. Sullivan, age 64 of Coloma, formerly of South Milwaukee and Caledonia, passed away on Thursday, June 1, 2017 at her home surround by loved ones. She was born on December 9, 1952 in South Milwaukee to Joseph and Ellen (Yentz) Machak. Nancy was the lovingly devoted wife of Albert Sullivan for 43 years.  They were married in...

May 26, 2017

Josephine  “Jodie” T.  Rohr, age 91, of Wautoma, passed away early Friday morning, May 26, 2017 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center, Neenah.

She was born Oct. 16, 1925 in Louisville, KY, the daughter of Albert and Alma (Herbst) Drane. She married Wallace J. “Wally” Rohr on June 24, 1944. He preceded her in death after 71 years...

May 21, 2017

Dr. Robert T. Nash, age 90 of Poy Sippi, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 21, 2017 at Wild Rose Manor. He taught at University Wisconsin – Oshkosh from 1972 - 2000 in the Department of Education. His life’s passion was remediation of the dyslexic students and the implementation of Project Success during his teaching career at UW Oshkosh....

May 17, 2017

Frank Michael Heill was reunited with his beloved bride, Myrtle Virginia (Ginny) Heill, on May 17, 2017. He passed away peacefully at home in Pine River Wisconsin.

Frank was born to George and Helen Heill on September 29, 1937, in Cornwall, Ontario, Canada.  He was one of 3 children, including Stephen and George.  Frank entered the U....

May 13, 2017

Kenneth John Briles, age 70 of Wild Rose, died unexpectedly on Saturday May 13, 2017. He served in the U.S. Army with the 84th Division and retired at the rank of Master Sergeant.

Kenneth is survived by his daughter: Keri (Tim) Dabroski, Waukesha; grandchildren: Jeanette and Eddie; other relatives and friends.

Private family services will...

May 8, 2017

Lisa A Dobrecevich-Voelkel, age 52, of Wautoma, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday May 8th 2017. She was a beloved mother to her four children and a wonderful grandmother. Lisa was an avid crafter and enjoyed putting her twist on things. She loved being around family and friends, who will miss her dearly. Any condolences may be sent to 616...