Obituaries
Milford A. Lother
Nov 1, 2025
Milford A. Lother - MARINE - HUSBAND - FATHER - GRANDFATHER – GREAT-GRANDFATHER Born August 12, 1938, was called to peace November 1, 2025. Milford served in the United States Marine Corps during the Cuban Missile Crisis and along with his platoon, turned out on the tarmac when Castro threatened a four to one return on Marines who may...
Charles "Cw" Weinholzer
Oct 26, 2025
Charles "CW" Weinholzer passed away peacefully at home in Winneconne, WI on Sunday, October 26, 2025. He was born October 13, 1943, in Saint Paul, MN to Joseph and Veryl Weinholzer. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Patricia Hasslen; and sister-in-law, Sue Dehne. CW was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, cousin, uncle, and friend....
Jerry Geerdts
Oct 18, 2025
Our Maker called Jerry Geerdts home on Saturday, October 18, 2025. He was 86. Jerry was born on April 4, 1939. Jerry was a devoted husband to Judy Geerdts, his forever love. Together they built a beautiful life and raised a family he cherished deeply. He was a dedicated father to Joel (Tammy) Geerdts, Jay (Marla) Geerdts, Jennifer (Brady)...
Carla J. Linstedt
Oct 16, 2025
Carla J. Linstedt, 82, of Oshkosh, died Thursday, October 16, 2025, at her home. She was born March 24, 1943, to the late Oscar and Ruth (Zeinert) Linstedt. A visitation for family and friends will be on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Living Water Lutheran Church 1585 S. Oakwood Rd. Oshkosh. A funeral service...
Richard (Rich) Or (Richie) Lance Balfanz
Oct 16, 2025
Richard "Rich" or "Richie" Lance Balfanz, of Winneconne, Wisconsin passed away suddenly in Atlanta, Georgia on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the age of 75. He was born June 28, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois. Family and friends describe Rich as a kind and welcoming man who was always ready to help others in any situation. He never met a...
James William Labelle
Sep 30, 2025
James William LaBelle, 81, passed away peacefully at his home in Appleton, Wisconsin on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Jim grew up on a farm in the Town of Winneconne operated by his parents, Leonard and Edith LaBelle. He graduated from Winneconne High School in 1961 and WSU-Oshkosh in 1965 . Jim was a highly respected science teacher in the...
Kermit L. Wiederholt
Sep 27, 2025
Kermit L. Wiederholt, age 90, of Aitkin MN, passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025, at his residence in Neenah, WI, where he moved to the last few years to be closer to his children. He was born February 4, 1935, in Aitkin, MN to Benedict and Lillian Wiederholt. He grew up on a turkey farm In the Hassman area...
Marcia Hale Duma
Sep 25, 2025
Marcia Hale Duma passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at her home in Fenwick, MI due to heath issues her team of doctors were never able to diagnosis. She was born on May 6, 1964, to Carol (Germain) Hale and Kenneth Hale. She was a 1982 graduate of Winneconne High School. A fter gradua ti on she went...
Beatrice A. Van Doorn
Sep 24, 2025
Beatrice A. Van Doorn, age 3 weeks, of Town of Harrison, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. She was born on August 28, 2025, in Oshkosh the daughter of Logan Van Doorn and Terina Igl. Baby Bea was so little yet so precious. Everything from the tip of her nose to her toes were perfect. She was just...
Wesley R. Potratz
Sep 23, 2025
Wesley Reed Potratz (July 29, 2025) passed into peace with God after a courageous battle with leukemia. Wesley was the greatest blessing in the life of his parents, McCara and Derek Potratz. Though deeply saddened, his parents are comforted that Wesley is now pain-free and they will see him again. He was named after his grandfather, Wesley Jay Potratz,...
Paula Jean (Poepke) Snider
Sep 22, 2025
Paula Jean (Poepke) Snider was born to eternal life on Monday, September 22, 2025. Paula was born on February 10, 1947, the second of six children of Paul Kenneth and Patricia Alice (McPeak) Poepke. Paula spent her childhood in New London, WI, graduating from high school in 1965. She and Tom met the night before Thanksgiving 1965 and were...
Janice May (Zabel) Miller
Sep 20, 2025
Janice May (Zabel) Miller, 91, Appleton, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025. She was born on April 30, 1934, to the late Vernon and Cora (Bartel) Zabel in the town of Lind, Wisconsin. Janice was proud to say she was a farm girl. She was a graduate of Weyauwega High School. After graduation, she worked for AAL in...
Gerald “Fuzzy" W. Asmus
Sep 14, 2025
Gerald "Fuzzy" W. Asmus, age 79, passed away on Sunday September 14, 2025, at Park Vista the Legacy in Waupaca. He was born on August 15, 1946, in Neenah a son of Harold and Eula Boleyn Asmus. He had worked at Wisconsin Tissue Mills for many years, and loved fishing, duck hunting, goose hunting, deer hunting, and camping. He...
Douglas A. Doornek
Sep 10, 2025
Douglas A. Doornek, age 77, of Town of Wolf River, passed away on September 10, 2025, at Cherry Meadows Hospice. He was born in Milwaukee a son of Ambrose and Marion Doornek. He worked at Continental Canning in Milwaukee and in 2006 moved to the Town of Wolf River to enjoy his favorite hobbies of hunting and fishing. Doug...
Nancy L. (Cross) Sleik
Sep 6, 2025
Nancy L. (Cross) Sleik, born March 31, 1944, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Mueller Funeral Home 904 E. Main St. Winneconne. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established. If you wish, please submit online condolences/memories...
Raymond Schwandner
Sep 5, 2025
Raymond E. Schwandner, age 89, of Appleton, formerly of Winneconne, passed away on Thursday September 5, 2025 at Cherry Meadows. He was born on September 9, 1935 to Erwin and Florence Boaman Schwandner. Ray married the love of his life Merwin Gail Wentzel on September 7, 1957. Ray worked as a Ready Mix Truck driver for 30 years at...
Keith Coats
Sep 4, 2025
Keith B. Coats, age 76, of Winneconne, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday September 4, 2025, after suffering a stroke. He was born on October 14, 1948, the son of the late Rexford and Agnes Schonscheck Coats. Keith celebrated 54 years of marriage to the love of his life Kathryn M. (Moran) Coats this year. He served 4 years active...
Shirley Mae Olson
Aug 30, 2025
Shirley Mae Olson, devoted grandmother, aunt, friend, age 90, passed away peacefully in her sleep and entered her heavenly home on Saturday, August 30, 2025. She was born on November 1, 1934, the only child of Willis and Frances (Hallock) Erdmann. From a young age, Shirley developed a deep love for animals—especially poodles. She had many 'favorite' pet dogs...
Iris Jean (Redlin) Busse
Aug 30, 2025
Our mom passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025.She had lived with dementia for several years, as the disease progressed, she continued to lose her memory and ability to live a full life. This was a very trying time for both her and her family to watch a robust lady wither away. She was able to live at...
Gloria Jean Davis
Aug 23, 2025
Gloria Jean (Morrison) Davis, 80, Omro, WI, passed away at home, on August 23, 2025, holding the hand of her best friend and husband of 44 years. Gloria, was born in Berlin, WI on November 13, 1944, to Roy and Gladys Morrison. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Rick; and stepson, Ron. Gloria is survived...


