Obituaries

Brad D. Schwirtz

Brad D. Schwirtz

Jan 2, 2018



Brad Dennis Schwirtz, age 62 of Weyauwega, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton as a result of a short-term illness. Brad was born on March 17, 1955 in New London to the late Earnway and Elizabeth (Anderson) Schwirtz. Brad was united in marriage on September 23 1978 to Jennifer Mallo. He and...

Lawrence A. Schuelke Jr.

Lawrence A. Schuelke Jr.

Jan 2, 2018

Lawrence “Larry” Schuelke Jr., age 73, formerly of Manawa, went to his Heavenly home on Tuesday, January 2, 2018, following a brief Illness. He was born on October 25, 1944, in Oak Park IL, son of the late Lawrence Sr. and Edna (Guill) Schuelke. Larry attended school in Franklin Park, IL and after school went on to serve his country...

Kurt D. Pamperin Sr.

Kurt D. Pamperin Sr.

Dec 28, 2017



Kurt David Pamperin Sr., age 79, of Town of Royalton, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2017 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton after a lengthy illness. Kurt was born on January 28, 1938 to the late John and Frieda (Kurth) Pamperin in Washington County. Kurt was united in marriage to Karyn Geddes on June 4, 1961 in Richland...

Kenneth H. Klotzbuecher

Kenneth H. Klotzbuecher

Dec 28, 2017

Kenneth H. Klotzbuecher “Krout” age 71, of Manawa, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2017 at his residence. He was born on September 26, 1946, son of Howard and Evelyn (Fuhs) Klotzbuecher. Krout graduated from Manawa High School in 1964 and then enlisted and served in the US Navy from 1964-1968. He worked as a welder at Titan Industries, until...

Michael J. Bauer

Michael J. Bauer

Dec 23, 2017

Michael John Bauer, 69, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 23, 2017. He was born on February 19, 1948, in Appleton, son of the late Earl and E. Patricia (Clark) Bauer. Mike is survived by his three daughters: Heather Highley, Jennifer Reimer and Meghann Bauer; three sisters: Mary Ann Zunker, Pamela Haak, and Elizabeth McAuley, brother Tom Bauer and seven grandchildren....

Donna R. Sullivan

Donna R. Sullivan

Dec 22, 2017

Donna Rae Sullivan, age 75, Iola, passed away at her home with her family by her side on December 22, 2017. She was born on October 26, 1942, at Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL. Donna devoted her life to taking care of others. She loved playing cards, joking, laughing and spending time with friends and family. Donna is survived by...

Florence R. Boness

Florence R. Boness

Dec 22, 2017

Florence R. Boness, age 86, New London, formerly of Weyauwega, went to her Heavenly home on Friday, December 22, 2017. She was born in Gary, Indiana on August 9, 1931, daughter of the late Harold and Florence (Shear) Draves. Florence helped raise her 15 siblings. She was united in marriage to Arnold P. Boness; he preceded her in death in...

Barbara C. Nollenberg

Barbara C. Nollenberg

Dec 14, 2017

Barbara Charlotte (Brooks) Nollenberg, 89 of the Town of Union, was called home to heaven on December 14, 2017 surrounded by family and friends. She was born on May 21, 1928 in Ogdensburg, WI to the late George & Laura (Kobiske) Brooks. Barbara was united in marriage to Harvey Nollenberg on July 16, 1947. He preceded her in death in...

Paul Ploetz

Paul Ploetz

Dec 8, 2017



Paul James Ploetz, age 54, of Weyauwega, passed away on Friday, December 8, 2017 at home surrounded by his family. Paul was born on November 29, 1963 to James and Elaine (Zeinert) Ploetz in Waupaca. He lived in Weyauwega most of his life, where he attended Weyauwega-Fremont high School and worked at Presto Products for 36 years. Paul’s hobbies included...

Lillian E. Vergin

Lillian E. Vergin

Nov 23, 2017

Lillian Elaine Vergin, age 87, of Weyauwega, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2017 at home with family by her side. Lillian was born on April 14, 1930 to the late Rudolph and Ida (Brey) Anklam. She was baptized, confirmed and married at Emmaus Ev. Lutheran Church, Town of Lind in Waupaca County. She was united in marriage to Floyd...

Brad G. Kaminske

Brad G. Kaminske

Nov 21, 2017



Brad Gary Kaminske, age 50, of Weyauwega, passed away unexpectedly as a result of an auto accident on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. Brad was born on December 24, 1966 to Gary and Eva (Colson) Kaminske in Waupaca. He graduated from Weyauwega High School in 1985. Brad was united in marriage to Janet Wohlrabe on May 20, 1995 in Las Vegas,...

Christina 'Christie' Nachtrab

Christina 'Christie' Nachtrab

Nov 21, 2017

Christina “Christie” Marie Nachtrab, age 42, of Manawa, found peace on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on February 12, 1975, in New London, daughter of Harlan (Janet) Linjer and Verna Linjer. Christie graduated from Little Wolf High School in Manawa in 1993, and the University of Eau Claire in 1997. On April...

Connie J. Dunnihoo

Connie J. Dunnihoo

Nov 19, 2017



Connie J. (Schultz) Dunnihoo, age 47 of Manawa, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2017 at St. Joseph Residence in New London, after a long battle with brain cancer. Connie was born on May 1, 1970 to Steven and Virginia (Meyer) Schultz. She graduated from Little Wolf High School in 1988. Connie was employed at Sturm Foods for many years,...

Donald L. Madson

Donald L. Madson

Nov 5, 2017

Donald L. Madson, age 64 of Ogdensburg, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, November 5, 2017. Don was born on February 17, 1953 in Milwaukee, to the late Lawrence and Dorothy (Knutson) Madson. Don was united in marriage to Cynthia (Schloemer) Van Den Hout on July 11, 2005. Don loved working on his antique tractors & enjoyed going...

Donald R. Ostrander

Donald R. Ostrander

Nov 4, 2017



Age 78, of Weyauwega, died peacefully on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at his residence. He was born on May 14, 1939 in Seneca, Wisconsin, son of the late Edward and Ethel (Sterling) Ostrander. On July 14, 1956, he was united in marriage to Elaine O'Connell. Don owned his own business in construction for many years. He was also a cheese-maker....

Marguerite E. Gilbertson

Marguerite E. Gilbertson

Oct 30, 2017

Marguerite “Marge” E. Gilbertson, age 93, Weyauwega, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2017, at Park Vista, Waupaca. She was born on April 9, 1924, in the Town of Lebanon (Waupaca County), daughter of the late Paul and Minnie (Gresen) Mittelstaedt. She attended Lebanon Consolidated School and then graduated from Manawa High School in 1942. On September 20, 1947, she...

Kathryn Miller

Kathryn Miller

Oct 28, 2017



Kathryn “Kathy” J. Miller, age 49 of Manawa, passed into eternal life on October 28, 2017, at Dycora Transitional Health in Beaver Dam, WI.

Kathy was born on August 30, 1968, in Waupaca, WI, the daughter of David and Janice (Rasmussen) Miller. She resided at Bethesda Lutheran Home in both Watertown and Brandon, WI. Kathy was an extremely happy person who...

Cori S. Cummings

Cori S. Cummings

Oct 24, 2017



Cori Susan (Friday) Cummings, age 32, of Manawa, beloved daughter, mother, sister, granddaughter, niece, aunt and friend was taken from us tragically and suddenly on Tuesday, October 24, 2017. She was born on December 30, 1984 in New London, daughter of Rick Friday and Linda (Diem) Friday. Cori grew up in rural Manawa, along with her 2 brothers Tony and...

Lorraine E. Schmoll

Lorraine E. Schmoll

Oct 21, 2017



Lorraine E. Schmoll, age 82, went to her heavenly home on Saturday, October 21, 2017, at the Manawa Community Living Center. Lorraine was born on May 31, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois, daughter of the late Celestine and Mary (Kompanowski) Molenda. On May 14, 1955, she was united in marriage to John Schmoll at St. Peter Ev. Lutheran Church in Weyauwega....

Grethe L. Ibe

Grethe L. Ibe

Oct 21, 2017

Grethe Liva (Larsen) Ibe, age 76 peacefully passed away on October 21st, 2017. Born in Denmark, Grethe came to the United States with her family when she was 14 years old. She enjoyed history, debating and conversations, movies, and was devoted to her family.She has now joined her greatest love, Duaine, and many relatives in Heaven.Grethe is survived by her...