Obituaries

Dec 26, 2021

John G. Meinen, of Winneconne, passed away at home with his family by his side on Sunday, December 26, 2021, at the age of 89. He was born in Oshkosh to the late John and Emma Meinen. John served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps., Semper Fi, a way of life he lived and taught his children....

Dec 22, 2021

Jerome "Jerry" Lee Olkiewicz, 72, Eureka, passed away on Wednesday, December 22, 2021. He was born the son of William and Stella (Berlowski) Olkiewicz. Jerry served with the United States Army from July 1969 through July 1971 where he spent his military career as a medic in Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX. He worked in general psychology,...

Dec 22, 2021

Robert A. Ochowicz, age 81, of Oshkosh, passed away on Wednesday, December 22, 2021. His wife, Kathleen A. Ochowicz, age 65, of Oshkosh, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 28, 2021.  Bob and Kathy were married for 43 years.

Robert was born April 20, 1940, to the late Hilbert and Jennifer (Pruski) Ochowicz.

He...

Dec 14, 2021

Marie Magdelena Eckstein of Winchester passed away on Tuesday December 14, 2021, at the age of 96, surrounded by family and friends. She was born on August 10, 1925, to Florence (Ambroson) Waag and Hans Martin Waag in the Utica township of Crawford County, WI. In 1948, Marie married her life partner, Dr Neil T Eckstein to whom...

Dec 12, 2021

Marguerite "Marge" Selig, age 89, of Winneconne, died Sunday, December 12, 2021, at home with her grandchildren and great-granddaughter by her side. She passed peacefully, fully knowing it was time to join the many family members that had preceded her and her Savior, Jesus Christ.

She was born May 10, 1932, in Appleton Wisconsin to Joseph...

Dec 11, 2021

Lawrence "Larry" R. Carley, age 89, of Oshkosh passed away at Aurora Medical Center in Oshkosh on Saturday, December 11, 2021. He was born January 28, 1932, in Berlin, Wisconsin to Arden and Kathryn (Guenther) Carley. Lawrence attended Bell Grade School in rural Omro and Omro High School, where he was involved in choir, drama, FFA, graduating in...

Dec 10, 2021

There comes a time in your life where the most amazing person you've met walks in and says, "Hey," and you just know that's the one. For me that was 13 years ago. Then as time progresses you realize you were wrong and that amazing just doesn't cut it because they are so much more than that. Over...

Dec 10, 2021

James Kovatch died Friday, December 10, 2021.

James, 40 years young, AKA Jayme, Rainbow, Cuz, Jim-bo, Bro/Solo.

A little about him, he had a huge heart. He would always start a visit with "how is it going? how are the kids and the family and special friends?" James loved being outside, cars, music, and...

Dec 6, 2021

Richard "Rick" Billington, age 73, of Winneconne, passed into heaven on Monday, December 6, 2021, with his wife at his side.

Rick was born on March 2, 1948, to Lydia and Elmer Billington.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a nephew, Bobby.

Rick is survived by his wife, Pamela;...

Dec 6, 2021

Richard "Kalby" C. Kalbus Sr. age 84, of Butte des Morts, died Monday, December 6, 2021, at Ascension Mercy Hospital in Oshkosh. He was born September 25, 1937, in Oshkosh to the late Harvey Sr. and Edna (Graper) Kalbus. Dick was a 1956 graduate of Oshkosh High School. From 1956 until 1960 he served in the U.S. Naval...

Dec 4, 2021

Emmett Rae Fickel, age 6 months, passed away comfortably at home with his loving mother and father by his side on December 4, 2021. He was born May 12, 2021. At birth, Emmett suffered a severe brain injury, despite his struggles he was a strong boy. He enjoyed cuddling, tummy time, being outdoors, and quality time with his...

Nov 27, 2021

Linda Carol Jacobchick, age 70, passed peacefully with her three children at her side on Saturday, November 27, 2021, at Century Oaks Assisted Living in Appleton, WI. With great strength, resilience, and grace, Linda rallied against her dementia diagnosis refusing to let it take the best of her; she continued to touch the hearts of many who cared...

Nov 19, 2021

Mike Kuberski, age 47 passed away in his home in Winneconne, WI on November 19, 2021.

He was born on September 8, 1974, to Bonnie (Lilly) Kuberski and Kenneth Kuberski. He resided in Algonquin and Lake in the Hills, IL for the first half of his life before moving to Wisconsin in 2005 with his wife,...

Nov 16, 2021

On November 16, 2021, Dale "Chief" Witzke received his final call to duty to join our Father in heaven surrounded by his loving family. Dale was born on October 2, 1934, to his parents Clarence Witzke and Esther (Raddatz) Witzke. He attended Oshkosh High School. On July 21, 1956, Dale married the love of his life Therese Ann...

Nov 15, 2021

Marilyn Jean (Buech) Goska, age 85, of Winneconne, died Monday, November 15, 2021, at home. She was born February 26, 1936, in Milwaukee to the late Robert F. and Regina C. Buech. Marilyn attended and graduated from St. Vincent Grade School. She was a 1953 graduate of St. Mary's Academy, and in 1957 she graduated Magna Cum Laude...

Nov 11, 2021

Lucille Lee Cartwright, age 72, of Winneconne, died Thursday, November 11, 2021, at her home. She was born December 7, 1948, in Fort Bragg, North Carolina to the late Wesley Sr. and Daisy (Walters) Fields. On May 22, 1970, she married Rodney Cartwright. Lucy's work career included: Miles Kimball, Oshkosh B'Gosh, and Wayne's Piggly Wiggly. She enjoyed playing...

Nov 9, 2021

Dan Philipsen, age 86, passed peacefully into the Lord's loving arms, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, November 9, 2021. Born on September 30, 1935, to William and Frances (Groen) Philipsen, Dan was raised in Kimberly and attended Kimberly High School.

Dan met the love of his life, Carol (Viaene), marrying September 14, 1965, at St...

Oct 30, 2021

Eugene Allen Sobiech, age 67, of Winneconne, died unexpectedly on Saturday, October 30, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton surrounded by family. He was born on July 1, 1954, to the late Lawrence and Dolores (Schockmel) Sobiech and was farm raised in the St. Anna area. On July 3, 1982, he married Gail Scheuers. For 40 years...

Oct 29, 2021

Stanley M. Wiza Jr. age 78, of Oshkosh, died Friday, October 29, 2021, at home. He was born on November 15, 1942, in Stevens Point to the late Stanley Sr. and Zephrene (Zywicki) Wiza. From 1960 until 1962, during the Vietnam War era, Stanley served in the U.S. Army, earning his G.E.D., and was stationed in Germany during...

Oct 27, 2021

Raymond Gustave Marks, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2021, at the age of 100+. Ray passed away at the home he was born in, grew up in, married and raised his family, it was the only address he ever had.

Ray was born to Elmer and Clara (Hertzberg) Marks on February 28, 1921. He attended...