Obituaries

Mar 30, 2024

Carole Ann Longworth, 77, of Wild Rose, WI, passed away on March 30, 2024, surrounded by her family after fighting a lengthy battle with kidney disease.

Carole was born on March 12, 1947, in Berlin, WI, to William and Louise Ziege. Growing up, she found joy in horseback riding and assisted in her family's business, Berlin...

Mar 28, 2024

Mae Sohrweide went to join her Lord and Savior and her husband, Wayne, on March 28, 2024, just six weeks shy of her 92nd birthday.  She was born Edna Mae Thrall on May 14, 1932, to John W. and Dorothy (Vohs) Thrall.  She had two brothers, Doug and Jack, who were 16 and 14 years older respectively.  Her...

Mar 23, 2024

Donna L. Schuettpelz, 95, a long-time resident of the Coleman and Suring area, and more recently Winneconne, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 23, 2024, after a short illness at the Eden Meadows skilled nursing facility in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

Donna was born to John and Esther (Haessely) Sandberg of Mountain, Wisconsin on September 27, 1928, and...

Mar 22, 2024

Scott David Enter was born June 11, 1974, in La Crosse, Wisconsin to David and Christine Enter. He was made a child of God through faith in Jesus as his Savior in his baptism on June 30, 1974, at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in La Crosse. He grew in his faith, attending Lutheran elementary schools and high school,...

Mar 22, 2024

On Friday, March 22, 2024, Ron Zimmerman, 58, of New London, with the love and support of family and friends at his side, lost the long and courageous fight against cancer.

Ron was born in Clintonville on May 29, 1965, and went to school in Sugar Bush until his early grade school years. In 1983 he...

Mar 22, 2024

Did you ever have a cup of coffee so perfect that you bought one for a friend?  A walk you wished you could share with the world?  A shelter dog that was so wonderful that you contemplated taking it home?

That was Davey Tuchscherer!  His eyes and heart overflowed with joy.  He didn't show up without...

Mar 21, 2024

On Thursday, March 21, 2024, Neil C. Starke Jr. died unexpectedly at his home.  Neil was the son of Gladys (Schuster) and Neil Starke Sr.  He attended South Park elementary and middle school, and graduated from Oshkosh High School.

Neil was preceded in death by his parents and foster niece Payee.  He is loved and will...

Mar 21, 2024

Neil Starke passed away unexpectedly Thursday, March 21, 2024. He was born September 27, 1951, to the late Neil Sr. and Gladys (Schuster) Starke.

He attended Oshkosh West High School, graduating in 1971. For 25 years Neil worked at Park View Health Center in various roles, and then at Pacur Manufacturing for 10 years before retiring....

Mar 20, 2024

Leza Michelle (Wages) Ries, 55, of Larsen, Wisconsin, stepped into the healing arms of Jesus on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, after a four-year battle with cancer.

Leza was born to James O. Wages Sr. and Leomi K. (Rentz) Wages on August 29, 1968, in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Leza grew up in Worland, WY with her 3 younger...

Mar 18, 2024

Thomas Verkuilen, 83, of Winneconne died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Monday, March 18, 2024. He was born January 28, 1941, in Kaukauna, WI to the late Alvin and Gertrude (Stark) Verkuilen.

Tom was a graduate of Appleton High School. After being honorably discharged from serving in the U.S. Coast Guard he returned...

Mar 17, 2024

Anthony Palazzo, 85, of Poygan, died Sunday, March 17, 2024, at home. He was born February 7, 1939, in Chicago to the late Anthony and Elizabeth (LaVechia) Palazzo. Tony served his country in the U.S. Army. On May 9, 1964, he married Martha Houston. Tony worked as an elevator mechanic for 40 years in Local 2 of the...

Mar 11, 2024

Richard J. Moon, age 95, formerly of Oshkosh passed away Monday March 11, 2024, at William F. Green Veteran's Home in Bay Minette, Alabama.

Dick served our country in the United States Army during World Word II and the Korean War.

Dick was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Margaret Moon; and...

Mar 6, 2024

Eric Hanson of Omro, Wisconsin, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.

He was an avid fisherman, son, brother, uncle, and friend.

He was born in Long Beach, California and moved to Omro, Wisconsin, at the age of 2. Eric worked for Hoffmaster in Oshkosh for 43 years, ending his career as a master...

Feb 27, 2024

Gail "Buzzy" Schwandner of Appleton, formerly of Winneconne, went home on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. She was born on November 7, 1935, the daughter of the late Clarence and Victoria Wentzel. Gail graduated from Winneconne High School in 1954. On September 7, 1957, she married Raymond Schwandner. She was a long-time member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in...

Feb 26, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Larry Allen Maki, 69, a cherished father, grandfather, and pillar of our family, who left us on Monday, February 26, 2024. Larry passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories.

He was born July 23, 1954, in Escanaba,...

Feb 13, 2024

On Tuesday, February 13, 2024, Gregory Lee Walther was called back from this world to return to our Lord above.

Born on March 16, 1972, Greg grew up in Omro where he graduated from Omro High School in 1990. He then went on to graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Greg moved to Neenah and worked...

Feb 9, 2024

Charity "Pat" Carini

Having been weakened by multiple illnesses, Charity "Pat" Carini of Winneconne (late of Country Villa, Omro) now rests comfortably with the Lord as of February 9, 2024. She was born August 19, 1931, in Milwaukee, WI, the daughter of Helen and Leo Greenley. She married Joseph A. Carini on March 31, 1951, in...

Feb 9, 2024

Darrell L. Tritt, 83, of Omro, died Friday, February 9, 2024, at home. He was born April 16, 1940, to the late James Sr. and Hazel (Feavel) Tritt. Darrell was a 1959 graduate of Omro High School. On August 7, 1982, he married Judy (Peck) Faust. For over 30 years, Darrell worked at Mercury Marine until his retirement....

Feb 4, 2024

Georgia "Babe" S. Jensen, 84, of the Town of Vinland passed away with her family by her side on Sunday, February 4, 2024.

She was born October 6, 1939, in Neenah to the late Frank and Lillian (Gibson) Reese. On October 4, 1958, she married Thomas Jensen at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church in Neenah.

Feb 4, 2024

Rhonda M. (Johnson) Jacob, 73, of Winneconne, daughter of Melvin and Virginia (Gast) Johnson, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at home.

After 25 years of service, Rhonda retired from American Can in Neenah.

She was well loved in her community, donating her time to many different causes, including the American Legion...