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Robert Fredrick Claus, of Chesterfield, Missouri, a faithful servant of our Lord Jesus Christ, departed this earthly life on October 14, 2024. He was surrounded in prayer by his wife, children and granddaughter. The funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Des Peres, Missouri. Visitation will be held for one hour before the service. Interment will be at Trinity Lutheran Church in Howards Grove, Wisconsin on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. 

Bob was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, on September 20, 1941, to Marvin and Edna Claus. He was baptized into the Christian faith on October 12, 1947. His early education was in Sheboygan. After high school, Bob attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison, graduating in 1966 with a degree in Economics and Finance. During his time at UW, Bob courted Nancy Jane Halleen, whom he had met while serving as a Boy Scout camp counselor at Camp Rokilio on Cedar Lake, where the Halleen family owned a cottage. On August 21, 1965, Bob and Nancy were united in holy marriage at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

Bob began his professional career working for Caterpillar, Inc. Promotions required him to move his growing family several times. In 1973, Bob accepted a sales position with Maritz, Inc. in Michigan. In 1991, Bob became VP of National Accounts and was transferred to Maritz Headquarters in Fenton, Missouri, where he remained until his retirement in 2008.

Throughout his adult life Bob was active in the Lutheran congregations where he and Nancy raised their children. Bob held leadership positions and had a love of singing, adding his tenor voice to the choirs. The Claus family was faithful in church attendance, Lutheran education, and faith formation. The love of Jesus in his heart prompted him to serve with gladness and to generously share what he had with others.
Through his position at Maritz, Bob and Nancy traveled extensively around the world. Bob was an avid hunter and fisherman and included his sons, nephews, and grandsons on many occasions. Bob never backed down from an opportunity to witness his faith to people who didn’t know God’s grace in Jesus.

Bob Claus, dearest husband, Daddy, Boppa, and greatest-grandfather, leaves a legacy of faith, ever focusing on the cross of Christ. He is survived by his adoring wife of 59 years and his five children: Lisa, Robert Carl (Sandra Fowler), Jennifer (Daniel Rockwood), Matthew (Julie Bender), and Katherine (Christopher Trokey). Fifteen grandchildren: Elizabeth (Daniel Juers), Alexander (Abigayle Kimont) and Sarah Perry; Robert Patrick, Caroline and Emily Claus; Julia, Anna and Ava Rockwood; Liliana, Elaina and Clayton Claus; Paige, Spencer and Carter Trokey. Two great-grandchildren: Milena Perry and James Juers.

To commemorate Bob’s life, one of service and generosity, a memorial has been established to continue his legacy with the Tell the Wonders Building Campaign at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Des Peres, Missouri.

Services: Visitation at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Des Peres, Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until the time of Funeral Service at 1:00 p.m.  Interment in Howards Grove, WI. If desired, contributions may be made to Tell the Wonders Building Fund at St. Paul's Lutheran School. As a service of the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.

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SERVICES

James “Jim” Zimbal, 83, of the Town of West Bend, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024. Jim was born in Sheboygan, WI to the late Roland and Aurelia (Krause) Zimbal. He graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959 and then earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee in 1963. Jim was united in marriage to the love of his life, the former June Schinker on August 18, 1962 at Saint George Catholic Church, Sheboygan Falls, WI (Six Corners). Jim had a strong faith in God and was a longtime member at St. John’s Lutheran Church in West Bend.

 Upon graduating from UWM, Jim started working for JC Penney’s and then worked for the West Bend Company. Jim retired after 33 years from the West Bend Company as Director of Information Services.

 Jim loved the outdoors. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and enjoyed these activities with his family. Jim also enjoyed playing in golf leagues with friends at Hon-E-Kor and Hawthorn Hills. Jim and June enjoyed traveling to Hawaii, Alaska, Ireland, Australia and Florida.

 Jim was a loving father and grandfather. He enjoyed spending time with them at the family cabin in Green Lake, WI. His wife, June, proceed him in death on November 15, 2011. Jim is survived by his cherished children, David (Jill) Zimbal, Mark (Sherry) Zimbal, and Jill (Jon) Franklin; six loving grandchildren, William and Mary Zimbal, Brady (Kelsey) and Ryan Franklin, and Madison and Joshua Zimbal; sister Susie Shetney; sister-in-law Joyce Wagner; Brother-in-law Vincent (Carla)Schinker Jr.

 Jim is preceded in death by his parents, Roland and Aurelia Zimbal; parents-in-law, Vincent and Leona Schinker; brother, Robert (Audrey) Zimbal; brothers-in-law, Roger Wagner and Orville Shetney; sister-in-law, Ruth (Dale) Macier.

 A visitation will be held on Monday, September 30, from 10:00AM, until 11:45AM, with a Funeral Service at 12:00PM, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 809 S. 6th Ave., West Bend. Pastor Jeff Hesse presiding. Private interment will take place at Washington County Memorial Park. Memorials would be appreciated to St. Johns Lutheran Church or the Threshold (600 Rolfs Ave, West Bend, WI, 53090).

 The family would like to thank the wonderful care takers with Joe’s Angels. The care provided to Jim was like it was their own father.

 Phillip Funeral Home is serving the family, 262-338-2050 / phillipfuneralhome.com

 Posted online on September 25, 2024

Karen F. Weber Rusch ~ May 25, 1941 - September 10, 2024

Karen F. Weber Rusch, 83, of Sheboygan, passed away Tuesday September 10, 2024 at Aurora Medical Center in Sheboygan County from complications following a recent stroke.

Karen was born in Sheboygan on May 25, 1941 to Louis and Malinda Weber.  She attended Sheboygan Immanuel Lutheran School and graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959.  Karen was united in marriage to Victor A. Rusch on November 3, 1962.

Karen grew up on a cattle farm and enjoyed working at the family's Christmas tree lot (Weber's Trees).  After graduation she worked for the Sheboygan County Agricultural Department.  She volunteered countless hours at the school library and eventually became library assistant.  Karen taught Sunday School at Immanuel Lutheran Church for 10 years.  In 2000 she retired from Lincoln Erdman Elementary School.

Karen was a talented crafter, sewer, decorator, gardener, and baker.  She also enjoyed decorating wreaths and swags for Woodland Trees Farm.  Her and Victor loved everything outdoors, especially camping and fishing.  They enjoyed traveling, with their most memorable trips being visiting family in Germany, touring numerous U.S. National Parks with their camper, and tenting in Alaska.  More than anything, Karen loved spending time with her grandchildren and family.

Karen is survived by her husband of 62 years, Victor; her sons: Cory (Fay) Rusch and Crag (Julie) Rusch of Sheboygan Falls; her grandchildren: Cassy (Nathan) Fries, Cody (Aubree) Rusch, Brandon Bernabo, Rebecca Bernabo, and Karisa (significant other, Joe) Rusch; her great-grandchildren: Noah and Wes Fries, and Ellie Rusch; her brother, Dan (Karen) Weber; her brother-in-law, Mario Rico; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Karen was preceded in death by her parents Louis and Malinda Weber; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Arthur and Irma Rusch, her brother and sister-in-law, Louis Jr. and Kathleen Weber; her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Willis (Harriet) Rusch, Arthur Rusch, Mildred (Frederick) Fischer, Rosemary (Robert) Reinke, Ruth Rico, and her daughter-in-law Kathleen Rusch.

A visitation will take place Monday, September 16, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home, 1535 South 12th Street, Sheboygan with a memorial service to follow at Greenlawn Park, 6706 Superior Avenue, Sheboygan at 2:00 p.m.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Aurora Medical Center Sheboygan County and Aurora Hospice for the care and compassion given to Karen.

HARRIET R. ALBRECHT TERSHNER

Kohler ~ Harriet R. Tershner, of Kohler, passed away at her daughter's home in Sheboygan Falls on Friday, April 15, 2022, surrounded by family.  She was 80 years old.  Harriet was born August 9, 1941 in Sheboygan, the son of Louis and Anita (nee Roehrborn) Albrecht.  She attended school in Sheboygan, graduating from Central High School in 1959.  On May 5, 1962, Harriet was united in marriage with James A. Tershner.  He preceded her in death in 2018.

Harriet worked for Murphy's in Sheboygan from the time it opened, until their closure in the mid 1980's.  She then went on to work at Kohler Police Department as a crossing guard from 1985-2012.  She also cleaned at Bethany Lutheran Church for 18 years.

Harriet was a longtime member of Bethany Lutheran Church, where she was a Sunday school teacher, was a choir member, helped with accounting, and did lawn care.  She belonged to the Kohler Camping Club, and loved camping trips both with the club and to the Reservation.

She enjoyed crocheting, knitting and above all, spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She will be remembered by her family and friends as kind, caring, and passionate.

Harriet is survived by two sons, David (Diane) Tershner, and John (Laura) Tershner; one daughter, Lori (Joe) Wychesit; eight grandchildren, Patrick Wychesit, Mallory (Adam) Wrenn, Joey (Jeanelle) Wychesit, Katie (special friend Sean) Wychesit, Ashleigh (special friend Matt) Wychesit, Brandy Tershner, Becca (fiance Nick Bogart) Tershner, and Cody Tershner; 2 step-granddaughters: Abigail and Monica Schnicke; fourteen great-grandchildren, Jacob, Kayden, Jayelle, Chloe, Marayah, Mylo, Emma, Riley, Elijah, Wyatt, Vera, Mia, Mavis and Kaili; brothers Louis Albreacht and Bob (Janis) Albrecht; sister Irene Yurk; sister-in-law Barb Stroshein, brother-in-law Carl Nelson; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her husband James, her parents, parents-in-laws Edward and Viola Tershner, brother Eugene Albrecht.

A funeral service to celebrate Harriet's life was held on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church in Kohler with Rev. Robert Steele officiating.  Burial will take place at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Kohler.

Relatives and friends greeted the family at Bethany Lutheran Church in Kohler on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 

A memorial fund has been established in Harriet's name for VVMI (Vernacular Video Mission International) and Bethany Lutheran Church.

The family would like to thank the staff of Sharon Richardson Community Hospice for their compassionate and loving care.

WENIG FUNERAL HOME ~ Sheboygan Falls assisted the family with arrangements.  For online condolences and additional information please visit www.wenigfh.com.

Posted online on April 16, 2022 ~~~ Published in The Sheboygan Press. 

Sheboygan - Robert John Ayers (Bobby) died suddenly and peacefully at his beloved Woodcarving Shop on Saturday, October 6, 2018. Bobby was the youngest son of Joseph and Helen Ayers of Sheboygan, WI. He graduated from his beloved Central High School and went on to earn his Masters Degree from UW La Crosse. He married his high school sweetheart Dorothy Ayers (Dot) (nee Adamavich) and they settled in Manitowoc, WI where he taught at Wilson Junior High until his retirement. During his teaching years he was also a passionate and successful basketball coach. Upon retirement, he was in his element holding court at his impressive Woodcarving Shop. While, Bobby's talent was in sports and carving, his heart belonged to his grandchildren; Zoe, Cristina, Antonio, Jake, and Leah. Along with Dot, and his grandkids, he is also lovingly survived by his sisters, Shirley Zerger and Barbara Cyr, his brother Jim Ayers, and his adoring children Beth Ayers, Sara Bibik, and John Ayers. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Lighthouse Inn, Two Rivers on Sunday, October 14, 2018 from 1pm-4pm. Please come to chat, tell stories, and toast Bobby's remarkable life.

Published in Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter on Oct. 10, 2018

Baalke, Thomas "Tom"

Thomas L. Baalke, 74, died peacefully on Thursday, November 12, 2015. He was born on January 26, 1941 to Harvey and Amanda (Nix) Baalke in Sheboygan. Tom attended Immanuel Lutheran Grade School and graduated from Central High School, Class of 1959.

Tom then enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in Germany with Company A, 308th Quartermaster Battalion and assigned to Headquarters Company, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne).

Tom enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid fisherman and hunter. His pastimes also included yard work, walking, bird watching and kite flying. His employment years included Kohler Company (Engine Division and Technical Publications), the WI State Patrol, and Thrivent Financial (AAL). While in the insurance industry for 24 years he earned numerous certifications and awards and was a past president of Sheboygan Life Underwriters Association. He was always active in church work and served on many boards and committees, ushering and attending Bible study.

On June 28, 1969, Tom and Sherry (Kober) Baalke were united in marriage. Surviving Tom are his wife, Sherry of 46 years, three children: Jeremy (Dana) Baalke, Tomahawk WI, Darren (Courtney) Baalke, Fredonia WI, and Holly (James) Leibham Sheboygan WI ; eight grandchildren Trey and Bryn Baalke, Willow and Maybel Baalke, and Elliott, Oliver, Emerson and Ottis Leibham; two brothers James (Kathleen) Baalke and Robert Baalke, Sheboygan WI; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; William (Roxalyn) Kober of Jefferson WI, Robert (Dawn) Kober, Jefferson WI, Thomas (Dora) Kober, Janesville WI, Gary (Karen) Kober, Winchester VA, Marilyn (Ronald) DeKarske, Sarasota FL, Judith Kober, and Linda (Wayne) Thiel, Sheboygan WI as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, parents-in-law, and two brothers-in-law, Ronald and Mark Kober.

Funeral service will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2015 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1121 Georgia Ave. Sheboygan at 6:00 p.m. with Reverend James Hartman and Reverend Alan Kubow officiating. Family and friends may call at the church from 4 pm until the time of service at 6 pm. Entombment will take place at the Garden Terrace Mausoleum in Lutheran Cemetery with VFW #9156 performing military honors. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed in Tom's name to Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Lutheran High School or The Gathering Place.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.reinboldfh.com.

With great sorrow, the family of "Gene" Babcock announces his passing. Gene worked 40 years as a purchasing agent for a local compressor company. He was a 32nd degree master mason and had many interests including his love of photography, advocating for the second amendment, music, including jazz mass and being a member of Bethel Lutheran Church where he was a lector and known as "Mr. Voice." There he also served as financial secretary for more than five years. He is survived by Sundi, his wife and companion of 40 years; four sons; two grandsons; a stepdaughter; a sister; a brother-in-law; plus extended family in Wisconsin and California.

A Memorial Service will be held at Bethel Lutheran Church, Fresno, CA, on Saturday, August 13, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. Donations may be made to Bethel Lutheran Church, 187 North Broadway, Fresno, CA.

Terry D. Barclay ~~~ Terry D. Barclay, age 79, of Juneau, formerly of Sheboygan and Waupaca, died early on Monday morning, December 16, 2019. He was born on November 6, 1940, the son of the Late Dale and Phyllis (Whitelaw) Barclay.

Terry attended and graduated from Sheboygan Central High School. He was a steamfitter/pipefitter at Optenberg Iron Works in Sheboygan for many years. Terry was a former member of the Elm City Bow Hunters Club. He enjoyed fishing, deer hunting and was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. In his younger years he raced stock cars throughout the area, his car number was #77.

Survivors include his two daughters, Deb (Brian) Zaverousky, of Antigo, Sue (Dave Sjurson) Kupsch, of Juneau; grandchildren, Steve (Aimee) Arpke, Nicole Kupsch (A.J.), Arianna (Mykal) Prath, and Brayden Kupsch (Haley); ten great-grandchildren, Jasmine, Kiana, Natasha, Alexander, Natalie, Isabell, Karsyn, Nylah, Alaric, Starlytte and his sister, Bonnie Barclay. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Terry was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Dennis and Michael Barclay, and a step-son, Eric Modrow.

A funeral service for Terry will be held on Friday, December 20, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home, 1535 S. 12th Street, Sheboygan with Rev. Adam Scheblein officiating. Family and friends may gather at the funeral home on Friday evening from 5:00 p.m. until the time of service at 7:00 p.m.  In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established in Terry's name. A heartfelt thank you is extended to Heartland Hospice-Fond du Lac, his nurse, Alex, CNA, Bobbie, social worker, Kaylynn and his nurse practitioner, Paula. Online condolences may be expressed at www.reinboldfh.com
 
                    Published in Sheboygan Press from Dec. 17 to Dec. 18, 2019

Sandra Lee Henseleit (nee Bassler) of New Berlin, Wisconsin passed away at the age of 80 on Monday, December 21, 2021 after a courageous fight with COVID-19.  Sandra was born August 15th, 1941 to the parents of Albert and Lucille Bassler and grew up in n Sheboygan, Wisconsin.  She moved to New Berlin and raised her daughter Tiffany Ann Becker (nee Henseleit), where she enjoyed entertaining family and friends around lavish pool parties, which created many fond memories over the years.

Sandra enjoyed skiing, traveling, dancing, and watchng Jeopardy and sporting events, but most of all she enjoyed being around people.  Her vibrant personality, bright smile, and contagious laugh always lit up a room.  Sandra had a special ability to immediately connect with people, which helped her excel as a sales executive with Sears Roebuck Company, where she was employed for 42 years.  Retiring allowed her to spend quality time with her daughter Tiffany and grandson Derek.  They spent many vacations together with additional family members and friends.

Sandra is survived by daughter Tiffany, grandson Derek Becker, brothers Bradley Bassler (Marcia) and Scott Bassler (Mary), nephew Brandon Bassler (Kelly), niece Meredith Kauth (Philip), and several other nephews, nieces, uncles and aunts.  Her parents, Albert and Lucille Bassler preceded her in death.

Funeral services will be held at Holy Apostles Catholic Church (3875 South 159th Street/New Berlin, Wisconsin), on Thursday, December 30, 2021 and visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. with a mass to follow.

Vevsek Verbick Funeral Home assisted the family.  To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Sandra, please visit their Tribute Store.

A family member called us after recieving the class post card to let us know he passed away around 2 years ago.  More information will be posted as soon as it is available.

Robert "Bob" Allen Becker, 80, of DePere, WI passed away at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, July 13th, 2021.  Bob was born May 8, 1941 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin ~ the son of the late Woodrow and Hildegarde (Seeberg) Becker.

He was raised in Milwaukee and Sheboygan with strong family ties.  He attended Central High School in Sheboygan, WI, graduating with the class of 1959.  It was in Sheboygan that Bob met the love of his life, Judy.

He married Judy Schneider on June 16, 1962 in Sheboygan.  They started their journey by moving to Texas and purchasing a farm to be near his parents.

They then moved back to Sheboygan, where he attened the PGA School of Business and became a golf pro in 1967.  He was the PGA golf pro at Town & Country Golf Club, in Sheboygan, until 1970 when Bob and Judy purchased the Pine Acres Golf Course in Abrams, Wisconsin.  There they raised their two children, Valorie and Todd.  As a family they enjoyed wintering in Tarpon Springs, Florida.

In 1979, Bob and Judy sold Pine Acres and moved to Ashwaubenon for 5 years, they then decided to move to Florida where they owned and operated a small mobile home park.  Two and a half years later, they moved back to Wisconsin where Bob and Todd began building duplexes and custom homes.  During that time, Bob was looking for land to build a golf course.  Bob's true passion was the golf business, and he did a fantastic job designing and building Highland Ridge with the full support of Judy and help of Todd.  Judy and Valorie, together, ran the club house until Judy's passing.  It is a true family business that we all love, thanks to Bob.

Bob is survived by one sister, Barbara Becker-Agte, Columbus, New Mexico; his daughter Valorie (Ryan), son Todd (Crystal); grandchildren: Emily, Jake and Lorelei; and special friend Susan Gibson.  Robert was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Judy.

Bob's celebration of life will be held at Highland Ridge Golf Club, 3640 Sand Acres Drive, (in DePere), on Saturday July 24th, 2021, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

A special thank  you is owed to the staff at Bellin Hospital, DePere Fire Station #2 and Unity Hospice.  In lieu of flowers and plants, a memorial fund has been established in Bob's name.

Ryan Funeral Home and Crematory
305 North Tenth Street
DePere, WI 54115 
(920) 336-3171

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David L. Berenz, age 77, of Sheboygan, died on Monday, January 21, 2019 at Community Memorial Hospital in Menomonee Falls.  He was born in Sheboygan on February 17, 1941, the son of the late Christ and Helen Kempf Berenz.

David attended local schools and graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959.  He then was trained to be a firefighter and joined the City of Sheboygan Fire Department in 1969.  He was an active line firefighter, code enforcement officer, and an arson investigator until his retirement in 2001, after 32 years of service. David was also very active in Sheboygan Professional Fire Fighters IAFF Local 483 and was a past president for the Union for 14 years.

David was an avid collector. He had an extensive coin collection and model railroad collection. David was a car enthusiast from the time he turned sixteen until his last days. He also loved Harley Davidson motorcycles. He enjoyed grilling on his charcoal grill and eating at local establishments which served his beloved Sheboygan hard roll.

David was proud and pleased with his daughters and their families.  He was also thankful for his older brother, Tom, his only sibling.

Survivors include his two daughters, Christine (Patrick) Keyes, of Brookfield, Angela Miller, of Sheboygan; five grandchildren, Madeline and C.J. Keyes, Lila, Eva and Ella Miller; his brother, Thomas (Venetta) Berenz, of South Carolina and two nieces, Linda (Lou) Weber and Amy Berenz, both of Chicago.  He is further survived by many other relatives and friends.

A memorial service for David will be held on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Zion Covenant Church, 1125 N. 6th St., Sheboygan with Rev. Chris McKnight officiating.  Family and friends may gather at the church on Saturday afternoon from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service at 2:00 p.m.  Burial will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established in David’s name. David’s family would like to thank the staff at Community Memorial Hospital and the many Froedtert doctors who cared for him so well.

The Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.reinboldfh.com

MEMORIAL SERVICE

Saturday Feb 2, 2019, 2:00 p.m. at Zion Church

VISITATION

Saturday Feb 2, 2019, 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Zion Church

Dianne L. Gosse; 79, of Elkhorn, Wisconsin, formerly of Sheboygan, WI,

passed away Sunday, December 20, 2020 at Aurora Medical Center in

Kenosha, WI.  She was born February 15, 1941 in Sheboygan, WI, the

daughter of the late Edward H. and Frances C. (Hertel) Bergner.

Dianne was united in marriage to Robert C. Gosse on July 2, 1966 in

Cleveland, WI.  Bob died November 28, 2020. 

Dianne worked as a medical transcriptionist for the Sheboygan Clinic,

retiring in 2008.  She was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church of

Elkhorn, WI and and avid fan of the the Milwaukee Brewers.

Dianne enjoy her family, especially spending time with her grandchildren,

attending their sporting events and concerts.  

She will be greatly missed by her two children: Amy (Art) Holzinger of 

Waukesha, WI and Dean (Lisa) Gosse of Walworth, WI; three grandchilden,

Nolan and Carter Gosse and Elise Holzinger; by her sister, Karen (Ken)

Kuhfuss of Suring, WI, and by other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Bob.  

Private Family Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, 

December 28, 2020, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 107 W. Walworth

Street, Elkhorn, WI, with Father Oriol Regales officiating.  Entombment

will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday, December 28, 2020, at Gardens of Peace

Mausoleum in Kohler, WI.  

Online guestbook is at www.haaselockwoodfhs.com.  Arrangements 

completed by HaaseLockwood & Associates Funeral Home & Crematory,

Elkhorn, Wisconsin.

Virginia Bernhardt (Hughes)  -----   Transitioned: July 12, 2017

Irene M. Binder Jepsen, age 64, of 2515 North 19^th Street, Sheboygan, died Monday December 6, 2004 at Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center.  She was born on October 23, 1940 in Sheboygan, to the late Joseph and Margaret Herrmann Binder.  Irene attended Sheboygan area schools and graduated from Central High School in 1959.

Irene was employed at Kohler Company from 1969 until her retirement in 2002.  She was a member of the Turner Organization for many years, enjoying spending summers in the Outer Banks of North Carolina and up north with her family.  She was also an avid bowler and enjoyed playing dominos with her good friends.

Survivors include her three sisters: Henrietta (Ray) Samulowitz of Sheboygan, Dorothy (Herb) Brown of Bradenton, Florida, and Marion (Denny) O’Neil of Sheboygan and her two brothers: Joseph Binder of Sheboygan and Robert (Nancy) Binder of Sarasota, Florida.    Irene is further survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, other relatives and many dear friends.  She was preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Lucille Binder.

Funeral services for Irene will be held Thursday, December 9^th at 7:00 p.m. at the Ramm-Ziegler Funeral Home, 1535 South 12^th Street with the Rev. Glenn Powers officiating.  Family and friends may call at the funeral home from 4:00 p.m. until the time of services.  Entombment will take place at Gardens of Peace Mausoleum.

The family of Irene wishes to thank Dr. Kumar and Dr. Phelan and the staff at Vince Lombardi Cancer Center for the kindness and hope that they gave Irene during a most difficult time.  They would especially like to thank the nurses at Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center 2K, for helping Irene to make her transition to the last phase of her journey.  They are living proof that there truly are angels right here on earth.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Irene’s name.  Sheboygan Press / December 8, 2004.

Janice P. Sommer age 66, of Crandon, formerly of Denmark and Cleveland passed away at home Monday May 14, 2007 surrounded by her family.  She was a 21-year survivor of breast cancer.  Janice was born March 4, 1941 in Sheboygan to William, Sr. and Phebe (Noel) Bogenschuetz.  In 1959 Janice graduated from Central High School in Sheboygan.  She married her high school sweet heart Larry Sommer on October 27, 1962.

Janice served her apprenticeship for hairdressing at Ralene’s Beauty Salon in Sheboygan prior to working at Prange’s.  In 1974 they moved to Denmark and Janice was a hairdresser at B.J.’s Boutique.  She retired in 1978 so she could spend more time with her family.

Janice was an avid Packer fan and loved to plan tailgating parties for the past 30 years.  Janice and Larry moved to Lake Lucerne near Crandon in 2002.  She helped plan, design and decorate their beautiful log home on Lake Lucerne.

She enjoyed spending time in the Northwoods, going for walks, watching the Eagles soar and listening to the Loons on the Lake Lucerne as well as gardening and planting flowers.  Janice loved to spend time playing in the sand with her grandbabies at the lake.  They also enjoyed traveling, visiting Florida and Europe.

Survivors include: her husband Larry, children: Scott (Jennifer) Sommer of Rothschild, WI, Jodi (Craig) Grade of St. Peters, MO, Shaun (Tammy) Sommer of Denmark, 7 grandchildren: Josh, Jordan, Taylor, Braedyn, Hannah, Lucas, and McKinley.  Janice’s mother Phebe Bogenschuetz of Sheboygan, a brother Dr. William (Shirley) Bogenschuetz, Jr. of Sheboygan, mother-in-law Helen Sommer of Cleveland, brother-in-law Stanley (Cindy) Sommer of Cleveland, sister-in-law Kathy (Mark) Jurk of Cleveland.

Over the years they also hosted foreign exchange students who became part of their family: Mats Glaus of St. Gallen, Switzerland, and Jean Christopher Moonyrahn of Paris, France.  Longtime family friend Ron Klunk of Sheboygan and her Bingo Buddy Joy Peterson also survive.

Janice was preceded in death by her father William Bogenschuetz, Sr. and her father-in-law Melvin Sommer.

Family and friends may call at the Knutson-Cotter Funeral Home, 536 Cty R Denmark on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m.  Visitation will continue on Thursday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Denmark from 10-11 a.m.  Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday at 11 a.m. at the church with Rev. Ralph Hankermeyer officiating.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.cotterfuneralhome.com.

Janice’s family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at Green Bay Oncology, Dr. Koch, Dr. Groteluschen, the staff at St. Vincent Hospital, Unity Hospice Staff, the staff from Potawatomi Health and Wellness Center in Crandon and Rev. Ralph Hankermeyer from Our Savior Lutheran Church in Denmark.

Sheboygan Press, May 16, 2007

WILLIAM EVANS BOLLWAHN ~ Mason City, Iowa

William E. Bollwahn was born on February 26, 1941 and died on September 4, 1992 at the age of 51.  William last resided in Mason City, Iowa in Cerro Gordo County.  Social Security Number: Retired.  He's buried at Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver, Colorado --- 4400 West Kenyon Avenue, Denver, CO 80236.  Buried at: Section 3 Site 813.

U.S. Air Force (Vietnam).  Rank: A1C / Row 3 / Site 813 / Interment: September 11, 1992.   Last known residence: City - Mason CityCentral HeightsEmeryFreemanHanfordPortlandWinnebago Heights.  County: Cerro Gordo / State: Iowa / 50401.

RICHARD "DICK" BOYLE, passed away on November 6, 2010, at the age of 70.  Dick was an auto salesman by trade.  He is survived by children, step-children, other relatives and friends.  

Family and friends will gather Monday, November 15, 2010, at Parkway Apostolic Church, 10940 South Nicholson Road, Oak Creek, Wisconsin from 6:00 p.m. until time of memorial service at 7:00 p.m.  

Any questions contact dickboyle.memorial@yahoo.com.         

(The Sheboygan Press / November 11, 2010

SHEBOYGAN ~~~ Roger K. Breirather, age 82, of Sheboygan made his transition at St. Nicholas Hospital on Tuesday February 14th, 2023.

He was born in Sheboygan on June 9, 1940, to the late Leo and Beulah (Gosch) Breirather.

Roger was confirmed at St. John's Evangelical and Reformed Church on Palm Sunday, 1954.   He attended the old Mapledale Elementary School on Sheboyan's northwest side and graduated from Central High School, class of 1959. 

On January 7, 1961, Roger married Mary C. Behnke in Sheboygan.  The couple recently observed their 62 wedding anniversary.

Roger was known as "The King" as a material handler, driving a fork-lift at Thomas Industries for 42 years, retiring in 2002.  Roger rarely missed a day of work, he was a very dependable man.  He suffered a major stroke in 2012, which left him with apraxia.

Roger enjoyed boating, long walks, ham radio, listening to music and sports broadcasts, visiting amusement parks,streetcars, and taking his family out to games.     

He was a fan of the old Milwaukee Braves, Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers, Admirals, Bucks, Sheboygan A's, and the old Sheboygan Indians.  He also enjoyed sharing his home throughout his years with his special pets, Brewer, Ginger, and Precious. 

Surviving Roger is his wife, Mary; their four children: Sandra (special friend Jim Strean) Breirather, Ken (Jodilyn) Breirather, Joann (Tom) Schmidt, and Leann Breirather; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; sister Candy (John P.) Vandekreeke; step-sisters: Kathy (Jerry) Koellner, Karen (Peter) Markelz, Mary (Joel) Kuether, and Cheryl Heim; his sisters-in-law: Carolyn Uraynar and Rosie Rogge and brothers-in law Fred (Bonnie) Behnke and Mike Behnke.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Beulah and two step-moms Jean and Viola and a brother Alan B. Breirather.

A Funeral Service for Roger will be held at NOON on Monday, February 20, 2023, at Ballhorn Chapels Funeral and Cremation Care Center, 1201 North 8th Street in Sheboygan, with Deacon Mike Burch officiating.   Family will greet visitors on Monday at the funeral home from 11:00 AM until the time of the service.  He will be laid to rest a Wildwood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Roger's name. 

The family would like to thank the Sheboygan Fire and Rescue Department and the staff at St. Nicholas Hospital for the excellent care given to Roger.

To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.ballhornchapels.com.

{Sheboygan Press ~ February 17, 2023}

STEPHEN HAROLD BRICK

September 5, 2018 ~ The Sheboygan Press

Steve was 78 years of age, born in Escanaba, Michigan and a longtime Sheboyganite.  He loved camping, trains, animals, and traveling the Midwest.  Steve was a United State Army Veteran and longstanding member of the American Legion at the VFW Post 9156 in Sheboygan.  He was employed and retired from Tecumseh.

Friends were asked to gather at VFW Post 9156 at 3:00 p.m. today to witness an Honor Guard Ceremony for Steve.  Food, drink, and stories of his life were to follow.

Le Bersch was among the military funeral honor guards at the program, along with Jerry Feustel, Gary Richter, and Roger Marver.

We were recently notified that Thomas Birkle passed away, but no date was available.  We will post more information as it becomes available.  

MARY ELLEN BROTZ THIEL

Mary Ellen Brotz Thiel, 69, of Sheboygan, passed away Thursday October 21, 2010.  Mary was born on May 28, 1941 in Sheboygan to the late Alphonse and Johanna (Schaller) Brotz.  She attended St. Peter Claver grade school and graduated from Central High School in 1959.  On November 11, 1963, she married Jerry Edward Thiel.

Mary worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for many years at Greendale Nursing Home.  She took pride in caring for the residents, enriching their lives with her non-judgmental cheerful nature.  Mary enjoyed spending time with her family.  She loved music, and enjoyed singing and dancing with her children and grandchildren.

In addition to her husband Jerry, she is survived by her five children: Deborah (Edward) Huberty of Sheboygan, Joanne (Jerome) Schubert of Sheboygan, Sherry (fiance`John Mazzanti) Thiel, Daniel Thiel of Lexington, Kentucky, and Kathy (Lee) Hughes of Sheboygan.  She is also survived by her grandchildren: Sara (Andy), Ashley, Edward, Emily, Phoenix, Abbey, and Lukas.  She is further survived by her brothers: James (Sue) Brotz, Robert (Helene) Brotz, and Jerome (Gail) Brotz; her sister Corrine (Horst) Felter, and a brother-in-law, Glenn Baartz.  She was preceded in death by her sister Bernice Brotz, and her brother Richard Brotz.

Memorial Services will be held Monday, October 25, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. at Zimmer's Westview Funeral and Cremation Care Center.  Nancy Simenz, Chaplain, will officiate.  Friends may call on Monday, at the funeral home from 12 noon until the time of service.  Entombment will take place at Greenlawn Memorial Park.  The family would like to thank Harbor House for the loving care they provided for Mary, and Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.  A memorial fund has been established in her name.  Please visit zimmerfuneralhome.com to send email condolences.  

The Sheboygan Press / October 22, 2010.

SUZAN BROWN KORAN

Sheboygan / Suzan C. Koran,age 80, of Sheboygan, died on Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at Terrace Estates.  She was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin on July 17, 1941, the daughter of the late Clinton and Helen Poppe Brown.

She attended local schools and graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959.  Suzan was united in marriage to her first husband, Owen Kovacich, R. in 1959.  She then married Wesley Koran, Jr. on June 22, 1979, at First United Lutheran Church in Sheboygan.  She was employed at Excelsior Laundry and Clean & Bright Drycleaners, until her retirement.

Suzan had a strong faith and was a current member of First United Lutheran Church, where she volunteered with the Boys & Girls Club Lunches.  She loved to travel and was known to be a social butterfly and always on the go.  Suzan also enjoyed a good game of Scrabble.  She adored her family and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include her four children: Nicki (Robert) Mech of Appleton; Dale (Tina) Kovacich of Sheboygan; Shelby (Christopher) Andrews of Appleton; and Scosh (Angela) Koran of Plymouth; twelve grandchildren: Kevin, Tiffany, Kelly, Chumley, Meghan, Joshua, Taz, Nevin, Keely, Collin, Shilah, and Piper; twenty-five great-grandchildren, two brothers Clint Brown of Cleveland, and Joe (Laura) Hanna of Sheboygan; and her sister Laura (Jim) Matzen of Franklin.  She is further survived by many other relatives and friends.  Suzan was preceded in death by her parents, husband Wesley, and her brother Bradley Brown.

A funeral service for Suzan was held on Monday June 13, 2022, at the Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home, 1535 South 12th Street, Sheboygan, with pastor Tina Kieckhafer officiating.  

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established in Suzan's name.  A heartfelt thank you is extended to the staff at Terrace Place and the Sharon S. Richardon Community Hospice for the compassion and care that was given to her.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.reinboldfh.com

JOANNE H. (BRUCKSCHEN) VAN CALSTER

Joanne H. Van Calster, 71, of Green Bay, Wisconsin was called to her heavenly home on Monday, December 10, 2012 while with her family in Marion, Illinois.  She was born on September 20, 1941 in Sheboygan to the late Clarence and Virginia (Reinemann) Bruckschen.

Joanne enjoyed playing piano and organ for church along with handbells, vacationing, and spending time with family and friends.  She will be missed terribly, but will live on in our hearts forever.  She will never be forgotten.  Joanne was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.

Joanne is survived by her son, Steven Hirschmann; two daughters, Dawn Barnes and Kathlyn (Kevin) Riem; two brothers, Kenneth (Judy) Bruckschen and Larry (Nancy) Bruckschen; a sister, Sharon Lorfeld; nine grandsons: Justin Hirschmann, Tyler, Alex, Kyle, Jacob and Logan Barnes  She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother-in-law, Dale Lorfeld.

Visitation will be held at St. Mark Ev. Lutheran Church, 2066 Lawrence Drive, DePere on Friday, December 21, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. until the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. John M. Parlow, Rev. Christopher Johnson and Rev. Eric Hansen officiating.  Interment will be at St. John's (Kassa) Cemetery, Town of Centerville, Wisconsin. 

Online condolences maybe be expressed at www.lyndahl.com.  In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

JOHN BUCHBERGER

John H. Buchberger, 71, of Cleveland, passed away Thursday, December 13, 2012.  After a long courageous battle with cancer, he died peacefully at home with his wife of 46 years by his side.  John was born February 12, 1941 in Manitowoc, WI, to the late Joseph and Loretta (Piehl) Buchberger.  He graduated from Central High School in 1959.  John was employed by the Kohler Company for 43 years.  On December 31, 1966, he married the former Cathleeen Pippert at St. Wendel Catholic Church.  He spent many enjoyable hours fishing in Lake Michigan with his buddies, Ben, Dick and Otis.  John also enjoyed trap shooting, hunting, woodworking and attending his grandchildren's many sporting events.  He was a member of the Cleveland Fish and Game Club and Dan's Gunners trap team.

In addtion to his wife, Cathy, he is survived by one daughter, Christine Meyer; two grandchildren: Kendall Meyer and Collin Meyer; and one sister, Mary Buchberger.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother: Joseph Buchberger, Jr. and one sister: Diane Buchberger.  A private meorial service will be held.  A memorial fund has been established in John's name.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to everyone at Matthews Oncology and the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice for their wonderful care and compassion.

Please visit www.zimmerfunerhome.com to send email condolences.

Carol Mae Burkhardt Rautmann, 81, of Sheboygan, passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, April 27, 2021 at The Shores of Sheboygan, surrounded by her family.

Born February 19, 1940, Carol was the daughter of the late Walter and Evelyn Meyer Burkhardt.  She attended Sheboygan area schools and graduated from Central High School in 1959.  On September 2, 1961, she was united in marriage to Richard C. Rautmann at Bethlehem Lutheran Church.

She was a member of the 1907 Club with over 42 years of sobriety and dedicated her life to support others to achieve and maintain their own sobriety.  She enjoyed dancing, listening to music, and spending time with her beautiful dogs.  She was also a member of Ebenezer United Church of Christ.  Carol was a fun-loving mother, grandmother, and friend.  Her generosity and kindness will always be remembered.

She is survived by her children: Marshall (Vicki) Rautmann of Sheboygan, and Randy (Shelly) Rautmann also of Sheboygan; her four grandchildren: Angela (Dennis) Rivera Rautmann of Sun Prairie, WI, Kaitlyn (Brandon) Emmons) Rautmann, Sheboygan; Jacob and William Rautmann, Sheboygan; her two great-grandchildren: Chase and Zarah Rautmann; other relatives and friends.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Donald Burkhardt.

A Memorial Service for Carol will take place at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Ebenezer UCC, 3215 Saemann Avenue, Sheboygan.  Family and friends are welcome at the church on Saturday May 8th from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service.  COVID-19 guidelines and social distancing will be observed, and masks will be required.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in her name.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Allay Hospice and the caregivers at The Shores of Sheboygan, especially Laura, for all their loving care and support.  Also, thanks to Roger for the many adventures that they made together over the last four years.

The Olson Funeral Home and Cremation Service has been entrusted with Carol's arrangements.

{Published by Sheboygan Press from April 29th to May 2nd, 2021}

(Darla's note: Carol LOVED bright colors, thus I am I writing this in 'pink!').

Judith M. Busse (Kaat) Meyer, 70, of Sheboygan, WI, passed away on Friday July 6, 2012 at Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center.  Judy was born on August 7, 1941 in Sheboygan to Leroy and Marguerite Busse.  She graduated from Central High School in 1959.  Judy was previously married to Earl Kaat.  On November 26, 1988 she was united in marriage to LeRoy Meyer.  She enjoyed camping, reading, doing puzzles, and spending time with her grandchildren.  

Judy is survived by four children: Lew (special friend, Tammy Trossen) Kaat, Kevin (special friend, Pat (Wilke) Kaat), Brian (Beth) Kaat, and Jennifer (Richard) Schneider-all of Sheboygan; three step-children: Bonnie (Todd) Vincent of Arizona, Randy (Donna) Meyer of Nevada, and Mark (Kris) Meyer of Sheboygan; seven grandchildren: Amber Kaat, Alex Kaat, Nicole Kaat, Brandon Gumm, Emily Gumm, Abigail Schneider, and Jessica Wehmeyer; three step-grandchildren: Travis Meyer, Amanda Meyer, and Stephanie Ledesma; a brother, Robert (Margaret) Busse; five sisters-in-law: Betty Klingeisen, Eileen Meyer, Lorraine (Larry) Koepsel, Marlene Wassink, Christa Lorge; four brothers-in-law: Arthur Eslinger, Harold Velier, Kenneth Weimann, and Roy (Laura) Kaat; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

In addition to her parents, Judy was preceded in death by LeRoy Meyer and Earl Kaat.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 12, 2012 at Ballhorn Chapels and Crematory.  Rev. Adam L. Scheblein, Pastor of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church will officiate.  Entombment will follow at Sunrise Memorial Gardens. 

A time of visitation and support will be held on Wednesday night at Ballhorn Chapels from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Thursday morning at Ballhorn's from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.

A family member called us to let us know Louise passed away 5 years ago on 6-6-2019.

Karyn Dern Hahn, 83 of Sheboygan, passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.  Karyn was born on October 2, 1940, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to the late Walter and Florence (Malecki) Dern.  She attended Sheboygan Central High School.  Karyn was united in marriage to Dwayne Hahn in Sheboygan on August 2, 1974.  She worked at Citizens Bank as well as The Knot Shop and Handmade Shop.  She ultimately co-owned and operated the Handmade House 8n Manitowoc before retiring in 2000.

Karyn was a very creative person who enjoyed art, crafting, and decorating.  She also enjoyed gardening, loved photography and was a great cook.  Karyn had a big heart for animals, especially the many dogs and cats which became her loving pets over the years.  She was also passionate about caring for homeless cats.

Karyn will be missed by her loving husband of 49 years, Wayne; children, James (Carrie) Olsen and Todd (Jan) Lindemann: stepchildren Stephanie Bruggink (Zach), Sierra Bruggink, Andrew (Aubrey) Hahn and Jacob Hahn (Brie); step great-granddaughter Charlotte Hahn; Cousin Gloria Struhelk; and good friends John and Jim Gould, Laura and Randy Shimek, and Margie and bob Conn.

Honoring Karyn’s wishes, a private service was held at the Garden Terrace Mausoleum at Lutheran Cemetery.

Any memorials will be donated to the Humane Society of Sheboygan County in Karyn’s name.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice for their compassionate care.

Jerry Joseph Erzen, 67, of Hilton Head Island, SC and Galena, IL, and formerly of Naperville, IL and Sheboygan, WI, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2009 in the Hilton Head Medical Center from complications following a fall.  He was born in Sheboygan, WI on March 4, 1941.  He was the son of Doris Meyer Erzen and the late Joseph Jerry Erzen.

Jerry graduated from Sheboygan Central High School (Sheboygan, WI), in 1959.  He received his BS from the University of Wisconsin (Madison) in 1963 and his MBA from Loyola University (Chicago) in 1974.  Jerry worked for Armak/AkzoNobel for 33 years, retiring as a Worldwide Manufacturing Manager in Functional Chemicals in 2001.

Jerry married the love of his life, Sue, on September 15, 1962.  They raised their two children in Naperville, IL.  After Jerry and Sue retired, they divided their year between their homes in Galena, IL and Hilton Head Island, SC, developing a wonderful circle of friends in both places.

Jerry and Sue loved to travel the world, determined to use the million air miles that he had accumulated while working for Akzo, visiting such far away places like the Galapagos Islands, New Zealand, Alaska, and South Africa.

Jerry took pride and joy in his children and his grandchildren.  Every summer he would drive to Minnesota to watch and help out with his grandchildren's sporting activities.  His favorite time of the year had to be March Madness when he could get his fill of college basketball, sitting with his kids and grandchildren in the nosebleed seats at the championship game most years.  Whether it was biking, tennis, running, golf, bowling or doing things around the house, Jerry was not one to sit, unless he was watching the Atlanta Braves, Green Bay Packers, or college basketball on TV.

Survivors include his wife, Susan; his son, Craig and his wife, Karen of Ann Arbor, MI; his daughter Carrie and her husband, Glenn and their children, Jacob, Ben, and Sarah of Chanhassen, MN; his mother Doris, of Rockford, IL; and his sister, Lynne of Chicago.

A Celebration of Life was held on Hilton Head Island and another Celebration will be held in June in Galena, Illinois.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Habitat for Humanity in support of the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project 2009 Mekong.  To donate, call Gifts from the Heart @ 1-800-422-4828 and tell them that you want to make a donation in memory of Jerry Erzen designated to the Carter Project 2009.

Sauls Funeral Home of Bluffton, SC is assisting the family with their arrangements.  (www.saulsfh.com)

[Published by Naperville Sun on February 5, 2009].

JOHN A. FEDERER

John Arthur Federer, age 74, of Sheboygan, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2015 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice surrounded by his loving family.  He was born July 12, 1940 in Sheboygan to Milton and Frances (Braun) Federer.  He attended local area schools and Sheboygan Central High School.  On February 23, 1985 John and Margaret Mueller were united in marriage.

Over the years John was employed at various industries in Sheboygan, including RCS, Sears, Sheboygan Paper Box Co. and Vinyl Plastics, retiring from there in 1999.

John was a faithful, active member of St. John United Church of Christ in Sheboygan where he served on the building and grounds committee and was a member of the Men's Brotherhood Society.

He enjoyed growing vegetables and gladly donated them to his church.  He also was a willing volunteer at the Sheboygan Salvation Army where he helped serve meals.

For over fifty years John enjoyed getting together with his childhood friends from Oakland Avenue which the Sheboygan Press featured in one of their photos.  He also was a member of the Sheboygan Liar's Club and was active in the efforts to save Sheridan Park when it was in jeopardy.

His hobbies include carving wooden animals which he donated to family and friends, and golfing, having shot a hole-in-one at Sunset Hills Golf Course.  He also loved going up north to White Potato Lake where he enjoyed fishing and camping with his family and friends.  He also liked to boast that he caught the largest Bass on Bone Lake.

In addition to his wife, Margaret, he is survived by his children: Fred Balde, Thomas Federer, Denise (Steve) Perry, Donald (Dinah) Federer, Linda (Rick) Lauer, Richard (Sheila) Balde, Sharon Rickert, and David (Sarah) Balde; twenty-one grandchildren; twenty-eight great-grandchildren; his brother, Jerry Federer; his sisters, JoAnn Wright and Judy (Doug) Peterson; two sisters-in-law, Terry (Wally ) Weimann and Jo (Charles) Ford; and other realtives and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ellen; his brothers, Milton and Jimmy; his mother-in-law, Theresa Daehnert and his brother-in-law, Allen Dale Wright.

Funeral services will be held Monday, March 16, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. at St. John United Church of Christ.  Rev. Gregory S. Whelton, Pastor, will officiate.  A time of visitation and support will be held at the church from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in his name.  (Burial date: March 19, 2015).

Jerome "Jerry" Fox ~~~ Age 78 of Sheboygan passed away Thursday afternoon August 1, 2019.  Jerry was born September 14, 1940 in Sheboygan to the late John & Bertha (Fischer) Fox.  He was united in marriage to the former Barbara Werner on June 1, 1963; she preceded him in death on February 9, 2006.

Jerry proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. (Note: Jerry joined the U.S. Marines before completing high school, therefore, he did not graduate).

Jerry was employed by Kingsbury Brewery prior to working at Georgia Pacific for many years until his retirement.  Jerry loved deer hunting and motorcycling.  He was always a happy, caring person that looked out for his family and friends.  Jerry was not afraid to speak his mind.

Survivors include his two daughters: Susan (Patrick) Wrensch of Cleveland, Bonnie (special friend Jeff Fuhrmann) Fox; grandchildren: Cody Wrensch, Crystal Wrensch, Carrie Schultz and Stephanie Grams; great-grandchildren: Jessinee Schultz, Landin Reinemann, Livie Reinemann, Lincoln Brunbauer, Emit Grams; sister-in-law Sandy Hogue of Sheboygan and special friends, Wade and Karen Gollhardt.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, wife Barbara, son Jerry, and two brothers: Jim and John.

Family and friends may gather at the Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home, 1535 South 12th Street, Sheboygan on Wednesday August 7, 2019 from 4-7:00 p.m.  Burial will take place on Thursday at Lutheran Cemetery with military honors being accorded by VFW Post #9156.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.reinboldfh.com

Jerry's family wishes to extend a special thanks to the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice and the Sheboygan Fire Department.

{POSTED ONLINE ON AUGUST 2, 2019}
{PUBLISHED IN THE SHEBOYGAN PRESS}
{REINBOLD-NOVAK FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES}

Janis E. "Beep" Sweeting ~~~ Age: 71.  Born in Marshfield, Wisconsin on April 12, 1940 and made her transition on November 10, 2011.  She resided in Amberg, Wisconsin.  She passed away unexpectedly at Barstow Community Hospital in California.  She was the daughter of Merten and Agnes (Martin) Gergen.  

Janis graduated from Central High School in Sheboygan, Wisconsin with the class of 1959.  Afterwards, she then moved to California to pursue her career.  Janis was employed at a Nursing Home as an LVN in Escondido, CA.  She was blessed with eight children.  She met Bill Sweeting in 1977 and they were united in marriage on May 16, 1981.  They moved to Amberg in 1984 and lived there ever since.  

She loved to cook and was a great cook, loved needle point sewing, and she enjoyed spending time with her many friends and her close family.  She was very active in St. Agnes Catholic Church in Amberg, and also the Knights of Columbus, along with her husband, Bill.  She enjoyed singing in the church choir.  She will be missed by all who knew her.

Janis is survived by her husband of 30 years, Bill; eight children: Dion, Vikki, Elisa, Jim, Michelle, Patrick (Donna), Tim (Iris), and Richard; 19 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Elaine Jurss; several nephews and nieces that she was very close to; and numerous extended family and friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Thane Holtz.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 18, 2011, at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Amberg.  Family and friends may call from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church on Friday.  Interment will be in the Amberg Cemetery.  Messar Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.  

Funeral Mass: Friday November 18, 2011, 11:00 a.m. at St. Agnes Catholic Church.  Visitation: Friday November 18, 2011, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at St. Agnes Catholic Church.

We were recently notified that Anne Gerhart Mermuys passed away, but no date was available.  We will post more information as it becomes available. 

We have been notified of the transition of our classmate Mary Jo Gersmehl Beck. 
An obituary has not been found as of yet, but we do have this information:

MARY JOAN GERSMEHL BECK

Birth: March 15, 1941

Death: October 24, 1999 (Age: 58)

Burial: Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin

Memorial ID: 184679185
(From: FIND A GRAVE, database and images)

(https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/184679185/mary-joan-beck:  accessed 19 January 2023), memorial page for Mary Joan Gersmehl Beck (15 Mar 1941-24 Oct 1999).  Find a Grave Memorial ID 184679185, citing Sheboygan Falls Cemetery, Sheboygan Falls, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, USA; Maintained by Jerry H {contributor 47125398}

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Mary Jo was married to Dale Edwin Beck.

Birth: November 11, 1936/Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, USA
Death: November 30, 2008 (Age: 72) Kirkland, King County, Washington, USA
Burial: Sheboygan Falls Cemetery, Sheboygan County, Wisconsi, USA
Memorial ID  36428267

Dale Edwin Beck, passed away at his new home in Kirkland, Washington, on November 30, 2008, where he lived with his daughter, son-in-law, and their son, Andrew Johnson.  Dale was a precious, only child, born to Adelia (Schukow) and Edwin Beeck on November 11, 1936 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.  Dale served in the WI National Guard after his marriage to Mary Joan Gersmehl, in 1960.  In 1999, Mary Jo passed away in Phoenix, Arizona.  Dale will be lovingly missed by his son Steven Dale, his wife Mary Patricia and their three children: Anna, Andrew, and Joey of Minneapolis, MN; and his daughter, Jacqueline Marie, her husband Barry Johnson and their son Andrew of Kirkland, WA; sister-in-law, Nancy (Gersmehl of Ocala, FL; and Dennis Themar of Kiel, WI; brother-in-law John and Jean Gersmehl of Ocala, FL; cousins, who were like sisters and brothers to him: Marilyn (Strauss) Meyer and Gerald Meyer of Sheboygan Falls, WI, Edward and Sandy Strauss of Sheboygan Falls, WI, Allan and Sally Strauss of Westlake, OH, John and Mary (Strausss) Lee, of Detroit Lake, MN; niece, Christina Themar and her husband Stefano Tronci and niece, Brittany Themar.

Daniel R. Giesen, 79, of Oconomowoc, WI passed away October 13, 2019 at AngelsGrace.  He was born in Sheboygan, WI on November 29, 1939 to Andrew P. and Elizabeth (Richards) Giesen.  Dan attended schools in New Holstein and Elkhart Lake until his parents moved to Sheboygan in 1951.  Dan graduated in 1959 from Sheboygan Central High School.  In 1959 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served his country until 1961.  He continued serving in the U.S. Naval Reserve until 1963.  After his enlistment, Dan started a long and varied career in retail sales.

On May 23, 1970 he married the love of his life, Kathleen (Kati) Zylka at Mother of Perpetual Help in Milwaukee.  They then moved to Oconomowoc in 1973.

Dan was a long time Rotairan and was past president of the Oconomowoc Rotary Club.  He was also an active member of American Legion Post 91 in Oconomowoc.  He served on several boards in the Oconomowoc community and served as an usher at St. Bruno's Parish in Dousman.

Dan is survived by his wife Kathleen, his sister-in-law Marjorie Giesen of Sheboygan, nephews Eric and Craig Giesen also of Sheboygan, great nieces and nephews, special cousin Jean Winkel and her family of Sussex and many, many friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Andrew J. Giesen.

Dan enjoyed listening to a local radio show that closed with the song "Happy Trails," so, happy trails, Dan, until we meet again.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Dan's name can be directed to Oconomowoc Rotary Foundation, Lake Area Free Clinic, AngelsGrace or Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital Foundation.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, October 26th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Bruno's Catholic Church, 226 W. Ottawa Avenue, Dousman, with Fr. Dan Volkert presiding.  A visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass.

Visitation: Saturday, October 26, 2019 / 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM / St. Bruno Catholic Church
226 West Ottawa Avenue / Dousman, WI 53118
Mass of Christian Burial: Saturday, October 26, 2019 / 11:00 AM / St. Bruno Catholic Church
226 West Ottawa Avenue / Dousman, WI 53118 

Birth: January 10, 1941/Sheboygan, Sheboygan County, WI, USA

Death: January 17, 1968/Havelock/Craven County, NC, USA

Sgt. Glaubig Services to be Tuesday, January 23rd. 

Funeral services for Marine Sergeant Dale A. Glaubig, 27, of R. 1, Elkhart Lake, WI, who died Wednesday morning of injuries received in an automobile accident at Havelock, N.C., will be next Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Ballhorn Funeral Chapels.

The Rev. G. H. Heide, pastor of Immanual Lutheran Church, will officiate, and burial will be in Lutheran Cemetery.  Friends may call at the Ballhorn Funeral Chapels after 4:00 p.m. on Monday.

A memorial fund has been established in his name for Immanuel Lutheran Church educational building.

Born in Sheboygan, he was the son of Arthur and Dorothy Glaubig.  He attended Immanuel Lutheran School and was confirmed at Immanuel Church.  He graduated from Central High School in 1959.

After graduation, he entered the Marine Corps and took basic training at Camp Pendleton, California.  He served in Vietnam from 1965 to 1966 with the Second Marine Division.

Since June of 1966 he had been stationed at the Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station in North Carolina, where he received a promotion to the rank of Sergeant.

He was a member of the Marine Corps band at Cherry Point, and this September he performed with the band at the Cheese Festival in Monroe, Wisconsin.  A French horn player, he was a member of the Central High band and orchestra and played with the Sheboygan Civic Orchestra during that time.  

He had planned to make the Marine Corps his career.  

Surviving are his two sons, Kenneth and William of Sheboygan; his parents, town of Rhine; and one brother, Donald of Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin.

SHEBOYGAN PRESS, FRIDAY JANUARY 19th, 1968.  

Parents: Arthur William Glaubig (1908-1976).
              Dorothy M. Meyer (1912-1995).

Burial: Lutheran Cemetery/Sheboygan, WI.
(Find a Grave Memorial #96912483)

I will never forget how you got busted with the beer I bought, & how we all had to go to court twice. That was some expensive beer.   Your drinking buddy, Jack Zore. 

 Richard E. Gmach

Richard E. Gmach, age 66, of I09 Chippewa Dr, Sheboygan Falls died of a sudden heart attack on Mon, Jan 7, 2007 at St.Nicholas Hospital.  Dick was born on April 9,1941 in Sturgeon Bay, a son of the late Joseph and Dorothy (Geitner) Gmach.  He graduated from Central HS in 1959 & attended Lakeland College.  On Aug 10, 1963, he was united in marriage to Lynne Krueger in Sheboygan.  He spent his working career at VPI until his retirement in May of 2004.  Dick was an extremely devoted husband,father & grand­pa.  His retirement was spent playing with the grandchildren he loved.  Grandchildren’s sporting events were a favorite for grand­pa to attend.  His other love in life was walking, most days up to 10 mi.  Dick had a soft spot for animals, & neighborhood dog, Mack, will miss his daily treats.  Summer weekends were spent volunteering at Road America, where he thoroughly enjoyed the racing atmosphere.  Dick was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sheboygan Falls & the Sportscar Club of Am.

Dick is survived by his wife, Lynne, a son,daughter and four grandchildren, Todd (Lisa) Gmach·and their children, Ayden and Zachary of Sheboygan and Kim(Craig)Senglaub and their children,Brandon and Brooke of Sheboygan Falls. He is further survived by two brothers, Donald (Nancy) Gmach of SC & Thomas (Wendy)Gmach of Sheboygan; a sister-in-law, Penny(Dick)Tetschlag of CA & many nieces, nephews and  friends.   Along with his parents he was  preceded in death by his father & mother in-law, Kenneth & Jean Krueger & his dogs, Brutus, Wally & Ashley.

A funeral service for Richard will be held 6 p.m. Friday, January 11th at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sheboygan Falls with Rev. Mark Janzen officiating.  Entombment will be in Garden Terrace Mausoleum.  Family and friends may call at the church, Hwy 28 and Cty. PPP on Friday from 2:00 p.m. until time of service at 6:00 p.m.  In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been estalished in Richard's name.

Dick's family would like to thank the Sheboygan Falls First Responders and Orange Cross Ambulance for their comppasionate and timely response.  The Novak-Ramm-Ziegler Funeral Home is serving the family.  (www.novakrammziegler.com)  

Dear Grandpa,

We love and miss you A LOT!  Love, Brandon, Ayden, Brooke and Zachary.

THE SHEBOYGAN PRESS / JANUARY 8, 2008

David Evin Gordon, 79, of Sheboygan, died June 7th, 2020 after a brief illness.  David was born November 13, 1940 to Gertrude (Mahlzahn) and Richard Gordon.  He attended Sheboygan area schools and was a 1959 graduate of Central HIgh School.  After high school, he went on to work at Garton Toy Company and later, the Sheboygan Area School District, where he remained employed until his retirement in 2000.  He was a member of AFSCME Local 1750 and St. Peter Claver Parish.

David was united in marriage to Carol Ann Runtas at Ss. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church on July 11, 1964.  David and Carol had one child, Nancy Gordon-Brooks, who now resides in Ashburn, Virginia.  Carol preceded him in death, passing away in 1994.

Dave was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers, the Milwaukee Brewers, and of 50's music.  He took great pride in his lawn and devoted much time to caring for it.  David was a proud "pet parent," sharing his home with two cherished and spoiled Schnauzers, who were well-known in the neighborhood where he walked them.  He was a regular customer of Charcoal Inn South, which was his home away from home.

He is survived by his daughter, Nancy; his brother Bill (Judy) Gordon; sisters-in-law Rose (Richard) Gordon, Mary (Runtas) Neilson, and Robbin (Joe) Runtas; twelve nieces and nephews; and numerous great nieces and great nephews.  He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, brothers Donald and Richard, sister-in-law Judie (Pfister), brothers-in-law Jeffery Runtas, Joe Runtas, Robert Runtas and Anthonly Nielson; father-in-law Joseph Runtas, Sr.; and mother-in-law Josephine (Androja) Runtas.

There will be a visitation from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm on Wednesday, June 10th, 2020 at Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home, 1535 South 12th Street, Sheboygan, and a funeral Mass at 12:00 pm on Thursday, June 11th at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, 1439 South 12th Street, Sheboygan.  Burial will be at Greendale Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, David's family requests donations be made to the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory, please visit our Sympathy Store (Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home).

Published in the Sheboygan Press on June 9th & 10th, 2020.

Greenwald, Harold V. "Harry"

Harold V. "Harry" Greenwald age 73, of Knoxville, Illinois, passed away Sunday April 26, 2015, at St. Mary Medical Center following a lengthy illness.

Harry is survived by his wife of fifty-two years, Audrey; brother, Donald (Darla) Greenwald; one son, Robert (Barb) Greenwald of Elkhorn, Wisconsin; one daughter, Kelly (Dave) Milligan of Galesburg, Illinois; six grandchildren, Jacob, Nicholas and Ian Milligan of Galesburg, Illinois; and Alex and Arianna Greenwald of Bloomington, Illinois; and Andrew Greenwald of Elkhorn, Wisconsin. He was preceded in death by his parents, Helen and Paul Greenwald, and his brother, Kenneth Greenwald, of Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

Harry graduated from Central High School in Sheboygan, Wisconsin in 1959, and from Carroll College in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Harry worked part-time for Waukesha Transit during his senior year at college. Following graduation, he accepted a teaching position at Plymouth High School in Plymouth, Wisconsin, and taught there for thirteen years. As a teacher, Harry taught economics, political science and citizenship. Harry also was a play-by-play sports announcer for the Plymouth Panthers for many years, including announcing football games at Lambeau Field. This began his career in broadcasting working at WHBL in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, WIZZ/WLAX in Streator, Illinois and WGIL FM-98 in Galesburg, Illinois.

Harry eventually went back to his motor coach career and worked at Peoria Charter and finished his career with Galesburg Transit. His life came full circle, wanting to teach, driving a bus and "playing radio".

He was a lifelong fan of the Milwaukee Brewers and the Green Bay Packers even to the point of painting yard markers and Lambeau Field on his blacktopped driveway. He loved his family and enjoyed traveling, watching Wisconsin sports on TV, reading about history, his cat Susie and especially telling stories.

Harry was a lifetime member of Galesburg Elks lodge #894. He attended the Grace Lutheran Church in Knoxville, Illinois and served as Lector, Usher, and a member of the Congregation Council, Property, Memorial and Cemetery Board committees.

A memorial service will be held Friday, May 1, 2015, at 11 a.m. with visitation from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the Grace Lutheran Church. Rev. Michel D. Clark will officiate. Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Homes & Crematory in Knoxville, Illinois, in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Illinois Cancer Care Foundation or the Grace Lutheran Church. On-line condolences or sympathy cards may be sent to www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhome.com.

Funeral Home: 

Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Homes
120 South Public Sq. Knoxville, IL  61448
(309) 289-4121
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 Karen lived across the street from me on Arizona Avenue.  She had many brothers and one of them would come over to our house and "call for" my sister to come out and play.  :)  Darla Williams Altman

    Richard E. Grosshuesch, 62, of 803 Cattail Court, Plymouth, died Wednesday, June 25, 2003, at his home.  Dick was born April 6, 1941, in Newton, the son of Hilda (Rodewald) Grosshuesch and the late Calvin J. Grosshuesch.  He served in the U.S. Army Security Agency from 1960 until 1963.   On July 25, 1964, Dick married Diane Reimer in Sheboygan.

Dick received a BBA degree in engineering.  He worked for Kohler Company for 28 years as a manufacturing engineer and was a plant manager in Morgantown, W.Va. and Malvern, Ark.

Dick was a member of First United Lutheran Church in Sheboygan, a Howards Grove school board member for seven years and a member of the Malvern, Ark Rotary for three years. 

Dick was devoted to his wife, family and foremost to serving the Lord.

 Survivors include his wife, Diane of Plymouth; son, David (Sarah). Grosshuesch of Duluth, Minn.; daughter, Dawn (Keith) Grabowski of Sheboygan; grandchildren, Megan and Jacob Grabowski;   step-granddaughter, Alishia Grabowski;  his mother Hilda of  Sheboygan; brother, Robert (Pam) Grosshuesch of Plymouth; sister, Betty (Dave) Dever of  Sheboygan;   brothers-in-law Dennis Reimer (special friend Judy Wind) of Manitowoc, and Keith (JoAnne) Reimer of Elcho, Wis.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 28, at 11 a.m. at First United Lutheran Church in Sheboygan, with the Rev. Gail S. Hermodson officiating.  Entombment will take in Gardens of Peace Mausoleum.

  Friends may call at First United Lutheran Church, 2401 Kohler Memorial Dr, Sheboygan, today, Friday, June 27, from 4 until 7 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of services.

  In lieu of flowers, the family wishes memorial contributions may be directed to First United Lutheran Church, St. Nicholas Hospital Home Health and Hospice, or the Lymphoma Research Foundation.

   The staff of the Wenig Funeral Home of Sheboygan Falls is serving the family.      

   Dick's family would like to express a special thank you to Dr. Marshall Matthews, his staff, and the staff and volunteers of the St. Nicholas Hospital Home Health and Hospice.

 The Sheboygan Press, June 27, 2003

With Sympathy - Tom Gruenke - 10/22/2020     

Thomas J. Gruenke, 80, of Sheboygan, passed away on Thursday October 22, 2020 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice in Sheboygan Falls.  Tom was born in Sheboygan on May 24, 1940 to John and Anne (Stiglitz) Gruenke.  Tom graduated from Central High School with the class of 1959.

On October 13, 1962 he was united in marriage to Agnes Ann Loebbaka.  They just celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary.  Tom was extremely proud to work for the Brotz Family working at Plastics Engineering for 39 years and retiring at the young age of 58.

Having a strong faith, he was a member of Ss. Cyril & Methodius Church in Sheboygan.  He was a 4th degree knight with the Sheboygan Chapter 722 Knights of Columbus.  Tom was very active in the church, everything from handyman to the church picnic "tent" man.  

His love for family and brothers was deeply shown with his involvement in projects, repairs, and social times.  Tom had a love for the outdoors, evidenced by many years of camping trips, and the famous fishing trip that was in existence for 39 years.  He found great solitude in maintaining his Terry Andrae property.  He was well-known for his stories and sense of humor.

Tom is survived by his wife, Aggie, son Daniel (Linda) and daughter Julie (Todd) Kinney both of Sheboygan, four grandchildren, Cody Gruenke, Faith Gruenke, Amanda Kinney, Ryan Kinney, by his brothers Ron (Janet) Gruenke, Gary (Jane) Gruenke, Bob (Marie) Gruenke, Jerry (Sue) Gruenke and nieces and nephews.  Other survivors include special nieces and nepew Jessica, Jason and Amy, and many other relatives and friends.  Tom is preceded in death by his parents John and Anne Gruenke.

A memorial mass will be held on Thursday, October 29, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at Ss. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 822 New Jersey Avenue, Sheboygan, with Rev. Paul Fliss officiating.  Relatives and friends may visit with the family on October 29, 2020 from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at the CHURCH.  COVID-19 guidelines will be followed.  Masks will be required, social distancing by 6 feet, and the use of hand sanitizer when entering the church.

The family would like to thank the Sheboygan Fire Department for their fast response to many calls made for their assistance, and the entire staff at Sharon Richardson for their care and compassion to Tom and the family during Tom's stay.

To send flowers or plant a tree in memory of Thomas J. Gruenke, visit the Tribute Store at Ballhorn Chapels. 

JOSEPH JOHN GUENTHER was born into enternal life on May 29, 2023, surrounded by his beloved family.  He was born August 15, 1941, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, to Joseph and Amelia (Brussok) Guenther.  He attended St. Peter Claver Elementary and graduated with the Class of 1959 at Sheboygan Central High School.

He participated in Boy Scouts, and was a member of the local gymnastics club, where his specialty was the tampoline.  He was also a lifeguard on the shores of Lake Michigan, which he truly hated.

He then attended the University of Wisconsin/Platteville, where he received a degree in Technology Education in 1963.  Joseph began teaching Woodworking, Welding, and Mechanical Drafting in the Whitnall School District in the fall of 1963, and coached gymnastics.  He was the Auditorium Manager and a Water Safety Instructor, teaching swimming lessons with the Red Cross for many years.  He was the chief negotiator for the Whitnall Federation of Teachers and went on to serve for two years as Vice President of the Wisconsin Federation of Teachers.

After meeting each other on a blind date in 1963, he married JoAnn Cvengros in 1965.  They had three children together ~ a daughter who died at birth, and two sons: Peter and Paul.  Not only did Joseph and JoAnn have a mutual love of teaching, they also had a love of adventure, which they shared with their boys.  Travel around the United States and Canada was a normal occurrence for Joe and his family, and he cherished the outdoors any season of the year.  He was an avid golfer, hiker, skier, backpacker, fisherman, and snowmobiler.  He found deer in the Northwoods to be beautiful, and he just did not have the heart to take up hunting.

Joe and JoAnn bought their infamous lake home, Snoclaf North, in northern Wisconsin in the late 1980's.  This home became a labor of love for Joe, for he and his wife would put hours into the building and finishing of their retirement oasis.

Joseph retired from teaching in 1997, after 35 years as an educator.  Her permanently moved to his home in northern Wisconsin.  He joined the Manitowish Waters Lions Club and Presque Isle/Winchester Sno-Bunnies Snowmobile Club, where he groomed snowmobile trails.  He spent numerous years traveling to Mexico with the Lions to fit glasses in some of their poorest communities.  He was always behind the grill or griddle at any fundraising event.  In 2007, Joe was honored as the Lions Citizen of the Year, and Melvin Jones Fellow in 2009 for meritorious humanitarian service.  He never stopped traveling, and spent several springs in Eufala, Alabama, eventually becoming an annual snowbird in Tucson, Arizona.

Joseph had an amazing gift for engaging conversation.  He was a ferocious debater.  He was a more powerful listener than he was a speaker.  He had a quick wit and dry sense of humor, and his beller of a laugh would fill the largest rooms.  You always knew where Jolly Joe was.  He was a passionate friend to all who knew him.  True to his value, he cherished and loved family most of all.  The gift of time together doing the simpliest things brought an instant smile.

Amidst loss, Joseph always persevered.  He was a pay-it-forward person; an unselfish soul who shouold have won a shirt that said: "Keep Calm and Let Joe Handle It."  He was a builder, creator, problem solver, and Mr. Fix-It.  He chose to live his challenging life as a role model of dignity, grace, and positivity.  He was a man rooted in the selfless service to others.  Joseph taught us all to be true to yourself and to never stop giving.

Joe is survived by his son Peter (Holly) Guenther; daughter-in-law Tracy Friedl; grandchildren: Carly (Aaron) Hahn, Ryan (Elana) Guenther, Brandon Guenther, Max Guenther, Evan Guenther, Colin Guenther, Lauren Guenther, Megan Guenther, and six great-grandchildren.  He is precided in death by his wife, JoAnn (Cvengros) Guenther, an infant daughter, son Paul Guenther, parents: Joseph and Amelia (Brussock) Guenther, brother James Guenther, and sister-in-law Judy Guenther.

A Celebration of Life was held on Monday, June 5, 2023, from 5-7 p.m. at Brick-Meger Funeral Home, 1603 Austin Road, in Owatonna, Minnesota.

Mass of Christan Burial will be held on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at Saint Mary Faith Community, 9520 West Forest Home Avenue, in Hales Corners, Wisconsin ~ with a Visitation beginning at 10:30 a.m.  Interment will be at Holy Cross Cemetery in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Steven John Guetschow       February 18, 1941 --- March 21, 2013

Steven was born in Sheboygan, Wis. He is preceded in death by father, Herbert Guetschow; mother, Lucile Hoeft Guetschow; brother, Richard Guetschow; brother-in-law, Donald Seefeldt.  Survived by wife, Gloria Guetschow; children, Sheri (Juan) Bustillo, Sarah (Dale) Harper, Stephani Guetschow, Scosh (Angela) Koran; grandchildren, Taylor, Mikel, and Olivia Bustillo, Christian Harper; siblings, Shirley Seefedlt, Dennis (Sharon) Guetschow, Mary (Donald) Townsend, Judith (Donald) Piontkowski; and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Steven will be missed by all who have known him every moment of every day.

In lieu of flowers or other gifts, monies and donations may be sent in Steven's name to Hospice of Volusia-Flagler at the West Volusia Care Center at 1625 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Orange City, FL 32763.

Marcia and I were friends all of our lives...as our parents were friends, too.  I remember, when I went to Sheridan School (for one year)...and after school my Mom and Auntie had a "tea party" for me and my friends, one of them being Marcia.  :)

Darla Williams

Marcia M. Shelton, 56, of 1603 Indiana Avenue, died suddenly, at her home, on Sunday evening, March 2, 1997.  Marcia was born on October 10, 1940 in Sheboygan, a daughter of Arnold (Steve) and Alice (Jensen) Guetschow.  She attended Sheboygan school and graduated from Central High School in
1959.  In 1966, she was united in marriage to Dale Shelton in Hammond,
La.  For a time, she had been employed at Armira Leather.  Marcia is survived by her husband, Dale; three daughters, Tammy (Tom) Nauschultz, Laura (Tim) Anderson, and Darlene Shelton and her friend, Jeff Klunk, all of Sheboygan; two step-daughters, Barbara Shelton and Grace Shelton, both of Louisiana; a stepson, Rick (Darlene) Shelton, Louisiana; ten grandchildren; six step-grandchildren;
one step-great-grandson; her mother, Alice Guetschow, Sheboygan; also aunts, uncles and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her father and two step-grandchildren, Jason and Johanna Shelton.
 
A funeral service for Marcia Shelton will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 5, at the Ramm-Ziegler-Novak-Rettke Funeral Home, Southside Chapel.  The Rev. Robert Brooks, pastor, Wesley United Methodist Church, will officiate.  Cremation will follow the service withy burial in Wildwood Cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home, 1535 South 12th Street, on Wednesday evening, from 6 p.m. until the time of services.  God looked around His garden and found an empty place.  He then looked down upon the earth, and saw your tired face.  He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest.  God’s garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering, He knew you were in pain.  He knew that you would never get well on Earth again.  He saw the road was getting rough, and the hills were hard to climb,  So He closed your weary eyelids, and whispered, “Peace Be Thine.”  It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn’t go alone,
For part of us went with you, The day God called you home.

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Alan.  I remember him from 5th grade at Longfellow School.  Dot Konz

Alan was a very good friend and buddy since 5th grade.  Sadly, Alan was too sick to make our 50th reunion.  Larry Fickau

I went to grade school with Alan and will keep him and his family in my prayers.  Gail Zinkel

I was in school with Alan since 7th grade.  He was very smart, and in the booklet he gave his "testimony " that Jesus Christ was his Lord and Savior.  I recall his kindness.  I believe he was on the National Honor Society.  Jo Hanna Dorenbos Widger

I am sorry to hear about Alan's death.  My sympathy to his family.  Ron Turk

I remember Alan very well from French class.  Sue Ellen Hoffmann

I & Judy Ross were in the same grade school for 7th & 8 grade with Alan and knew him well.  Johanna Dorenbos Widger

The Rev. Alan Hartfield was born on December 29 1940 and passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2010. Alan was a resident of Berrien Springs, Michigan at the time of his passing.

Alan graduated  from Sheboygan Central High School with the class of 1959. He was a graduate of Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri, where he received a Masters of Divinity. He is  survived  by  his  wife, Njeri.

A funeral service celebrating his life will be held at 11a.m.  Friday, February 12, 2010 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Berrien Springs with the Rev. Gary Miller officiating. Friends are invited to visit with the family one hour prior to  the service  at  the  church  and  sign the  guest book at www.!egacyfuneral.com .

Memorial contributions may be made to the church or to the PKO (Polycystic Kidney Disease) Foundation:www.pkdcure.om . Legacy Family Funeral Services, Matthew R. Purchase Chapel is serving the family.

Janith Jean Neumann, 59, of 19010 52nd Avenue, Chippewa Falls, town of LaFayette, passed away Sunday, December 3, 2000, at Luther Hospital in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.  She was born April 28, 1941, in Sheboygan to Selma (Zenk) and
Chester Heinemann.  She grew up in Sheboygan and graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959.  She graduated from Milwaukee County School of Nursing as a registered nursei in 1962.
 
Janith married Eugene Neumann on September 22, 1962 in Sheboygan.  She worked at Milwaukee County Hospital until she moved to Minnesota and joined the staff of the Gillette State Childrens Hospital.  In 1964, Jan continued her nursing career in Eau Claire area hospitals, where she worked until 1980.  She was an active member of Central Lutheran Church in Chippewa Falls.  She was a lifetime member of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority.  She was a member of the Lake Wissota Garden
Club, bowling team, and a local herb club.  She loved to garden, decorate her home, walk, fish and travel.  She also was active in community activities.  She served as a mentor for students at Stillson Elementary School and the Chippewa Falls Middle School.

Survivors include her husband, Gene; one son, Eric (Bernice) Neumann of Scandia, Minnesota; two sisters, Shirley Fleck of Sheboygan and Sharon Webb of Fond du Lac, WI; one brother, Dale (Joyce) Heinemann of Cascade, WI; and numerous nieces and nephews.
 
She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Maynard and Glenn Heinemann.
 
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 6, at Central Lutheran Church with the Rev. Rick Hoyme officiating.  Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery, Chippewa Falls.
 
Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, December 5th at Pederson-Volker Funeral Chapel, Chippewa Falls, and one hour prior to the service Wednesday at the church.
 
In lieu of flowers, memorial in Jan’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society, designated for Melanoma Research.
 
The Sheboygan Press ~ December 5, 2000.

On Tuesday, December 27, 2022, Dieter Helm, beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away a few months after his 80th birthday.  Dieter was born on Septembe 26, 1942 in Berlin, Germany to Elfriede and Werner Helm.  It was war time and Elfriede, alone with her infant, had no way to notify her husband that he had a son whom she named Dieter.  Werner met Dieter for the first time 10 months later in what we can only imagine was a joyful reunion.

Immigration was always an important subject for Dieter and he was proud to have been through a legal immigration process in the 1950's that took years to complete until the family, mom, dad, Dieter and sister received "the letter"..."you have been approved for immigration."  It was 1956, 3 years after their application.  Dieter was 13.  The Helm family of 4 boarded the SS Berlin in June, 1956 from Bremen and set sail for the USA border.  With rough waters the entire trip they landed 10 days later.  He remembers passing the Statue of Liberty and feeling excited about his new life.  The Helm family became US citizens on November 14, 1962 and were always proud to be Americans with a German heritage.

 The school year was about to begain and Dieter had to take tests for grade placement.  He advanced a year, skipping 10th grade and eventually graduated from Central High School at age 16, with the class of 1959.  His High School buddies still remain his best friends and memories as they embraced this little German kid and showed him the ropes of American Life.  To Dieter's final breath, Jerry Grohskopf remained his best friend.

 At age 16 it was difficult to find employment so he began exploring techical classes in design, which led to a career in drafting and design first at R-Way Furniture and later Kohler Mechanical.  He finally found his forever career as a Die Designer at Plastics Engineering Company where his family of co-workers became an important part of his life.  He retired in 2005 at the age of 62.

 Music has always been a huge part of Dieter's life.  A radio personality as early as the 1960's, Dieter's love of music was shared on weekly radio broadcasts that started locally and expanded to live streaming world-wide.  Over 45 years his program was carried by WHBL, WBKV, and WJUB.  The Breeze, and finally Live 365 Internet Streaming gave him a global audience.  Not wanting his program to be limited, he often described his show as "A light and lively mix of continental music," which exceeded format boundaries.  His bi-lingual narration allowed older listeners memories of home while younger listeners could understand the program notes as well.

 The radio program helped him develop his second love, travel.  Along with Marianne he planned and hosted more than 30 travel adventures for small groups to Germany, Austria, Switzerland in the 1990's, and later expanded those trips to include Italy, Greece, Hungary, Czech Republic and beyond.  Dieter was invited to join Sheboygan Mayor Richard Schneider's International Committee and led many trips to Sheboygan's beloved sister city, Esslingen, Germany.  After group travel retirement he and Marianne continued traveling; Mexico and Asia holding favorite memories.  Dieter was a true Global Citizen who appreciated the sights and sound, people, cultures, and food from an inclusive point of view.  Over the years his hobby business changed names as the focus developed.  What began as Souvenirs From Germany became The Continental Sound Machine and finally Euroline Music and Travel.

 Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Marianne and their two daughters: Lisa (Chris) Stubbe, Allison (Jeremy) Schramm; his four grandsons: Benjamin and Lucas Stubbe, Landon and Parker Schramm; sister: Evelyn (Tim) Grasse; sisters-in-law Jeanne (Jim) Moersch, Patti Berger, Rosanne (Ron) Fischer; and brother-in-law, Frank (Gary Silva) Berger.  

 Loved ones preceding him in death are his parents Elfriede and Werner, his grandparents, his in-laws Frank and Ann Berger and nephew Matthew Moersch.  Dieter will be sadly missed by his friends and family.  He counts neighbors from three great neighborhoods among his most cherished friends:  The 14th Street Gang, The Wonderful Woodside Hills Friends, and The Ponds in the Falls Community.

 Zimmer Westview is serving the family with cremation and service to be held on Sunday, January 8th at W2132 Garton Road, Howards Grove, Wisconsin.  Visitation will be 12-2:30 p.m.  Service at 2:30 p.m.  Elizabeth DenDekker, family friend and Sharon Richardson Chaplain, officiating.

 For those unable to attend a service a livestream link can be found on Dieter Helm's Obituary page at www.zimmerfuneralhome.com

 Dieter loved beautiful gardens.  Memorial funds given in his name will establish an enduring garden in his community.  To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Dieter E. Helm, please visit our flower store.

Hengst, Wendell L.

Wendell L. Hengst, 70, of Sheboygan, passed away Thursday, August 2, 2012, at St. Nicholas Hospital.
Wendell was born August 4, 1941 in Sheboygan to the late Leonard and Dorothy (Brusse) Hengst.
He graduated from Central High School in 1959. He then graduated from Lakeland College with a degree in Chemistry.
Wendell was employed by Jung Shoe Company, JC Penney's, and retired from RCS.
Survivors include his brothers; Bruce (Barb) Hengst, Mark (Lynn) Jelenc, Kim (Debbie) Jelenc, and Joel (Gloria) Jelenc, all of Sheboygan.
He is also survived by his step-father Ralph Jelenc of Sheboygan, a brother-in-law John Hermann of Sheboygan, his nieces and nephews; Michael, Lynda, Ann, Andy, David, Thomas, Kelly, Christopher, Justin, Stephani, Amanda, Rebecca, and Adam, and many great nieces
and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister Betsy.
A memorial service for Wendell will take place Tuesday, August 7, 2012, at 11:00 am, at St. Paul's U.C.C. The Reverend Mark Jaberg, Pastor, will officiate.
Friends may call on Tuesday at the church from 10:00 am until the time of service. Burial will take placed at Sunrise Memorial Garden.
A memorial fund has been established in his name.Please visit zimmerfuneralhome.com to send e-mail condolences.The family would like to thank the ICU nursing staff of St. Nicholas Hospital and Meadowview Nursing Home for the care they provided to Wendell.

      Herbert. J Henning passed away peacefully on Friday, August 2, 2024, at the age of 83 following a long decline in health. Herb is now free of his health issues and pain.  Born July 18, 1941, Herbert was a son of the late Otto and Leona Wolfmeyer Henning. Heattended Sheboygan area schools and graduated from Central High School in 1959. On June 6, 1970, he was united in marriage to Kathleen. L Rochl at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. They were married for 28 years before Kathleen preceded him in death on August 18, 1998.  Herb lived a rich and full life. He loved his wife deeply, caring for her when needed and treasuring her company and cooking. He worked at Hoffman's Flowerland as a delivery person in his late teens and then at Springtime Beverages/Schultz Sav-o Stores for many years. Herb loved spending time with his daughter Michelle and talking to relatives on the phone.  In his younger days, Herb enjoyed many activities including picnics and holidays with family. As a young child, he liked to play with and chase the family’s dog and chickens. He later was a member of Ebenezer UCC's dartball team. He took great pride in his 1956 Chevy and later his 1968 Chevy Chevelle.  Following his father's untimely death, Herb helped his mother and family in any way he could, meriting a service hardship exemption so that he could drive his mother to her job at Memorial Hospital. He even got his name and picture in the Sheboygan Press following a furnace accident at his mother's house.  Most recently, Herb became an avid television viewer. He enjoyed westerns, classic movies and VT shows. He also collected die-cast car reproductions and model railroad figures. He also treasured visits from his daughter and other family members.  Herb is survived by his daughter, Michelle and Raymond Woolwine; his granddaughter, Amber and Alan Cavazos; four nephews, Daniel, James, and Thomas Albertin, and David Henning: a niece, Susan Peters; other relatives and friends.  Besides his parent and his wife, Kathleen, he was preceded in death by an infant son, John; his brothers, Melvin and Harold (Shirley) Henning and his sister, Ruth (Harvey) Albertin.

     Funeral service for Herbert will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 9, 2024, at the

Olson Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 1132 Superior Avenue. Family and friends are welcome at the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will take place in Sheboygan Falls Cemetery.  A memorial fund has been established in his name.  The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Lakehouse Assisted Living and Alay Hospice for all their loving care and support.

Kathleen Herber Degenhardt Goosen attended CHS, Sheboygan, WI.  We were just notified she passed away over a year ago.  Our condolences and prayers to her family.

The following information was taken from her own biography on this web site:

     Kathleen Herber Degenhardt Goosen was a Developer/President of SEED Publishers, Inc., author, TV host, lecturer, founder of Degenhardt Educational, and Christian counselor.  She held a Master of Science Degree in Social Work from the University of Tennessee School of Social Work and a Bachelor of Science Degree, Cum Laude from Belmont University, Nashville, TN, with a major in psychology and a minor in religion.

     She served as a Christian counselor in the Nashville, TN area.  Her objective was to provide practical Christ-centered individual, group, and family counseling and teaching services for individuals, groups, and families.  Specific areas of expertise included individual and family restoration, grief and loss, depression, boundary issues, dependency, co-dependency, and addiction, changing a relationship or behavior, building God focused self-concept, spiritual concerns, and heart healing.

     The encouragement and hope she had for her ministry sprang from her deep faith in God and her own personal experience.  She helped individuals and families who felt trapped in their situations to find a way, pointing them towards Jesus Christ as healer and deliverer.  Years ago, when she, herself found Christ, she also found the ministry to which God had called her.

     Long years of study and preparation in fulfilling her calling and being obedient to Christ followed.  For Ten years at the Alcohol and Drug Council of Middle TN, she established a counseling program in a large inner city high school and was responsible for training school staff, students, and parents in prevention and intervention activities.  She also established student support groups, provided short-term individual and group counseling sessions, and worked with area businesses, creating a supportive community for prevention.

     After two years at the Alcohol and Drug Council, she served as Clinical Director at 16 area schools.  She assisted in the creation of a team atmosphere among clinical staff, conducted program site visits, coordinated program progress, evaluated successes, and identified areas needing improvement.

     In 1987 she founded Degenhardt Educational, a non-profit 501 (c)(3) Educational, Counseling Ministry.  Out of that came the development of the Degenhardt Family Learning system, illustrating how addiction and other problem behaviors disrupt the family balance.  A poster illustrating 35 different addictions and problem behaviors was also designed.

     In 1997, she established SEED Publisher, Inc., which has published four of her books.  She taught and counseled from a Biblical perspective, focusing on individuals' emotional and spiritual growth.  Her years of professional experience combined with her Christian faith gave her a wise and balanced approach.  Her ministry was healing and restorative.  For more information visit her web site at:  www.seedpublishers.com.

Thomas H. Herr, 72, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2013, at his home.
Tom was born on February 23, 1941, in the Town of Centerville in Manitowoc County, the son of Alfred and Emma (Wagner) Herr. Tom graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959.
He was a material handler for Tecumseh Products in New Holstein for over 30 years before his retirement.
Tom enjoyed racing, golf, breakfast with his friends, and family gatherings.
Tom is survived by three daughters, Ginger (Chris) Ewing of Texas, Sally (Dave) Klein of Sheboygan, Sandy (Todd Huibregtse) Madson of Sheboygan;
eight sons, Dave (Barb) Herr of Sheboygan, Dr. Tom Herr Jr. of Montana, Rick Herr of Sheboygan Falls, Michael Herr of Francis Creek, Scott Madson of Sheboygan Falls, Steve (Trisha) Madson of Arkansas,
Shawn (Kristin) Madson of Sheboygan Falls, and Stan (Stacey) Madson of Arizona; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren;
one brother, Donnie (Cindy) Herr of North Carolina; and his former wife, Patti Watt of Sheboygan.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents, his life partner, Bonnie Madson and his sister, Janet Passmore.
A funeral to celebrate Tom's life will take place at the Wenig Funeral Home in Sheboygan Falls on Friday, November 8, 2013 at 6 pm with the Rev. Susan Safford-Gaul officiating.
Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 4-6 pm.A memorial fund has been established in Tom's name for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and the American Diabetes Association

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Robert Hlade ~ Robert Hlade, 63, of Reno, Nevada, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 17, 2004.  He was born on January 7, 1941 in Sheboygan to John and Josephine Hlade.  He graduated from Central High School (1959) and Lakeland College.

Robert served our country in the U.S. Air Force from 1959 to 1967.  After an honorable discharge, he worked as an accountant for various companies nd also taught at Truckee Meadows Community College.

Robert loved to golf and watch football.  He was an avid Packers fan.  He also enjoyed spending time with his children and took great pride in his six grandsons.

Robert leaves behind his sons, Scott (Jennifer) Hlade, and Kevin (Marcella) Hlade; daughter, Kimberly (Johnny) Morrow; six grandchildren: Brandon Hlade, Conner and Ashton Hlade, and Chase, Luke, and Dranke Morrow; brothers, John Hlade of Rockford, Illinois, and Joseph Hlade of Buchanan, Michigan; an aunt, Doniella Zagozen of Sheboygan; many nieces and nephews, and friends.

Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 26th at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Cemetery, 2700 North Virginia Street, Reno.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

THE SHEBOYGAN PRESS / FEBRUARY 24, 2004

Gary Joseph Hoell, age 80, died peacefully at St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan on Tuesday, November 8th, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones.  Gary was born November 12, 1941, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.  He attended Holy Name School just as his children and grandchildren would one day attend.  He then went on to graduate from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959 and chose a senior quote that holds the same light-hearted wit he would be loved by: "Handsome is that handsome does."

On February 23rd,1963, he was united in matrimony to Charlotte "Char" Hamann.  Together, they had four boys: Paul, Peter, James, and John.  They lived and raised their sons together in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.  Throughout the many years of bringing up their boys and beyond, Gary was always known to remark to Char, "Yes, Dear."

Gary worked for many years as a Journeyman Glazier at Sheboygan Glass where he displayed a large knack for problem solving and bring people together ~ so much that he would take on the role of Shop Supervisor for the final ten years of his career.  He retired at the age of 64.

Gary was a prominent member of Holdy Name of Jesus Catholic Church ~ a place he loved to share in worship with his family.  He also enjoyed spending time with loved ones, hunting with his boys, dancing the polka with Char, telling clever stories from his many adventures, admiring Char's lush garden, and sharing his love for food with others.

Gary wishes to be remembered by his never-ending love for life, his wife Char, and his family.  Gary is survived by his wife Char and his sons, Dr. Paul (Kristine), Peter (Anne-Marie), Dr. James (Christine), and John (Kelly).  He is further survived by his twelve grandchildren: Dr. Marissa (Sean) Oberstadt, Caitlin (Matthew) Fedie, Logan, Connor (fiancee` Kelsey), Zachariah (Grace), Madeleine "Madi" (special friend Christian), Alexandria "Alex", Josephine, Charles "Chaz", Macie, Bodie, and Emmit; step-grandchildren Kelsie and James Fedie; great-grandchildren Garrett and Simon; brother Thomas "Tommy"; and sister-in-law Shirley Hoell, nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his siblings: Alois "Sonny" (Dorothy), William "Bill", Marion (Jerry) Leisner, Lucille (James) Van Deelen, and Rosemary (Richard) Hermann.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Sunday, November 13th, 2000 at 4:00 p.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 818 Huron Avenue, Sheboygan, with Father Norberto Sandoval officiating.  Gary will be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, November 14, 2022.

Relatives and friends may visit with the family on Sunday, November 13th, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. until the time of mass at the CHURCH.  If you are unable to join the family for the service, it will be live-streamed on Gary's obituary page on the funeral home website.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established in Gary's name.  Gary's family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Mark Bettag, his exemplary staff and the kind nursing staff at St. Nicholas Hospital for their continued support and care.

Please visit our website to share our stories and leave your condolences for the family ~ www.ballhornchapels.com.

(Posted online on November 9, 2022 / Published in The Sheboygan Press) 

Eugene Hoffmann, age 68, of rural Sheboygan Falls, died on Monday, March 20, 2006 at the Tucson Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona.
 
Eugene was born on April 15, 1937 in Sheboygan County, a son of the late George and Sophie (Sasse) Hoffmann.  He graduated from Sheboygan Central High School and attended Lakeshore Technical College.  He served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper.  On October 28, 1961, he was united in marriage to Susan Goodacre at Our Saviors Lutheran Church.  She preceded him in death on November 4, 2001.  He had been employed as an accountant with Optenburg Ironworks and retired from
Menards as a hardware clerk.  He enjoyed his hobby farm and gardening, each year starting his plants indoors so he could enjoy and share the fruits of his labor early with neighbors and friends. He also enjoyed fishing and spending time at his cottage near Hiles, Wisconsin.
 
Eugene was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church and had been a 4-H leader and YMCA basketball coach.
 
Eugene is survived by a daughter, Lynn (James) Olson of Sheboygan; a son, Michael (Linda) Hoffmann of Sheboygan; five grandchildren, Sean, Sara, and Joshua Olson, Ryan and Robbie Hoffmann; and a sister, Alice (Leander) Schmidt of Greenbush.  He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Laurie Jean.
 
A funeral service for Eugene Hoffmann will be held at 6:30 p.m., Monday, March 27, at the Novak-Ramm-Ziegler Funeral Home with Rev. James Hartman, pastor of Bethlehem Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be in the Greenbush Cemetery.  Family and friends may call at the funeral home, 1535 South 12th Street
on Monday from 4 p.m. until time of service at 6:30 p.m.Eugene’s family would especially like to thank Leo Goodacreof Tucson for his support and friendship through the years.
 
The Sheboygan Press ~~~ March 23, 2006

John W. Hoffmann, Sr., age 69, of Neenah, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2009 at Cherry Meadows.  He was born in Sheboygan on July 9, 1940, son of the late Louis and Edna (Schulz) Hoffmann.  

On August 21, 1981 he married Danielle "Danie" Kloppenburg in Ada, OK.

John was with the Sheboygan County Sheriff's Department from 1966 to 1979.  He then worked for Premier Real Estate Management until his retirement in 2004.

John loved fishing, was an avid reader, very interested in professional sports, especially the Cubs.  He also loved to cook.

John is survived by his wife of 28 years, Danielle; his children: Lorna (Tom) Boje of Sheboygan, Darla (Bill) Free of Sheboygan, PamaJo (Jamie) Berlin of Sheboygan; a daughter-in-law, Denise Hoffmann of Sheboygan; seven grandchildren; three stepchildren, Mike (Penny) Grube, Suellen Conner, James (Debbie) Grube; one sister: Doris Schulz, Sheboygan; mother-in-law, June Kloppenburg; three brothers-in-law, George Kloppenburg, Tom (Patti) Kloppenburg and Paul (Terry) Kloppenburg.  John is further survived by nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

He is also preceded in death by one son, John Hoffmann, Jr; and two sisters: Margaret Stillwell and Ruth Travis.

A Memorial Gathering celebrating John's life will be from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2009, at Marten-Laemmrich Funeral Home, 312 Milwaukee Street, Menasha, WI.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established.  Martens-Laemmrich Funeral Home, Menasha (920-722-8252).  Light a candle in memory of John at: www.martens-laemmrichfuneralhome.com.

{The Sheboygan Press / October 28, 2009}

Sheboygan ~ A gentle soul passed from this world to another on March 11, 2020 at Golden Harbor Assisted Care.  Ray has been ill for several years during which time he has been kindly cared for by his family, the Aurora medical community, and his caregivers at Golden Harbor, and Sharon Richardson Hospice Care.  Ray was born on August 20, 1941, to Caroline (Bushner) and Ray E. Hoffmann, Sr.  He grew up in Sheboygan, graduating from Central High School in 1959.  He earned his BS/Psychology at UW/Madison in 1964, followed by his Masters Degree/Social Work in 1968.

Ray was a healer.  For many years, he practiced psychotherapy, first at Memorial Medical Center and then at Aurora Behavioral Health Center.  He founded a foster care agency, Family Care Specialists, which provided treatment homes for seriously disturbed children.  He loved his career, guiding clients through the problems and challenges of their lives, and he particularly loved teaching/supervising the new generation of therapists at UW/Milwaukee, Family Therapy/Training Institute in Milwaukee, as well as at Aurora Behavioral Health in Sheboygan.

Ray is survived by his wife, Sue Stolzmann Hoffmann, whom he married in August 1961.  Together they raised their son, Ross, who died in 2015 in a cycle accident.  He is also survived by granddaughters, Kaitlyn Rae Hoffmann and Sadie Hoffmann Voight and her children, Leland Ross and Serenity Marie.  Further, he leaves behind to mourn his loss, his brother Roger Hoffmann (Shirley) and sister Roxanne Bubnes (Robert) and their families; Bradley and Gary Bubnes; Lori Bubnes-Torrison; Victoria Hoffmann Hayes and Tori Hoffmann Skcrypchak.  In Sue's family, those surviving Ray are his Stolzmann nephews: Steve (Linda), Joey (Mary), Art (Diane), and Bill (Nancy) and their families.

Predeceasing Ray, in addition to his beloved son Ross, were his parents Ray and Carol, Sue's parents William and Freda, and many other relatives and friends.

Ray was a shy man at heart, always sensitive to the needs and problems of others.  He had a gift for getting to the heart of a matter with keen wit.  He was a faithful Christian and member of First Congregational UCC.  He was a lifelong Democrat, believing that those Jesus referred to as "the least" are better protected under Democratic leadership.  Hanging in his office for many years was a stitchery Sue made for him:  "If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain; if I can ease one life the aching, or cool one pain, or help one fainting robin unto its nest again, I shall not live in van." (E. Dickinson).

A celebration of Ray's life is being planned and will be at his church at a future date.  Memorial gifts will be dedicated to a scholarship in his name for the healing professions.

{Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home/1535 South 12th Street/Sheboygan, WI 53081}

{Published by Sheboygan Press from March 11th to March 13, 2020}

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MORE ON RAY..............

A memorial service for Ray Hoffmann, who transitioned on March 11, 2020, is postponed until a time when it is safe to gather.  In the meantime, his family wishes to thank all expressions of condolence.  They are deeply appreciated.

In response to numerous inquiries, this is how a contribution to the scholarship for the healing professions in his name may be accomplished:

Write a check to First Congreational Church with notation:
             Hoffmann Scholarship.

Send to First Congregational Church
            310 Bluff Avenue
            Sheboygan, WI 53081

Rosalie "Rosie" Jo (nee Hoffmann) Cowdin, 79, of Jackson, Wisconsin, passed away on Wednesday July 28, 2021, surrounded by her loving family after a 3-year battle against lung cancer.  She was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin on October 21, 1941; the daughter of the late Henry and Mary (Martin) Hoffmann.  She lived each day finding joy in others and others found joy in her.  She lived life to the fullest with a deep faith in Jesus Christ.

Rosie graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959, from Marquette University in 1963 with a BA degree, from UW-Milwaukee in 1980 with a Masters in clinical social work, and completed certification for alcohol-drug counselor in 1994.  She worked as a counselor for 41 years, helping many people recover from mental health and substance abuse problems.  She worked at various different outpatient and inpatient agencies including Shorehaven, ARO, Milwaukee Indian Health Center, Aurora, and Charter.  Rosie was particularly proud of her first job with Parents Anonymous where she was hired to develop one of the first sexual abuse treatment programs in Milwaukee County.  She coordinated the program for 9 years.  It offered separate groups for child and adult survivors and perpetrators referred by the DA office.

Rosie loved collecting stones from Lake Michigan beaches.  She also enjoyed playing golf, decorating her home and office with a safari theme, and cheering on the Green Bay Packers.  She was a member of a sociable singles group, attended several Bible study groups, and Kettlebrook Church services.  She was the best Gram Gram to her beloved grandkids.

She is survived by her daughters Carolyn (Carrie) Greene and son-in-law Richared Greene, Jr. of West Bend, Wisconsin and Kathleen (Katie) Ferrito and son-in-law Tony Ferrito, and two grandchildren: Michael and Mary of Plain City, Ohio.

She is further survived by nieces, nephews, and friends.  She was preceded in death by her 3 siblings: Judith Reese, Faye Gustafson, and Douglas Hoffmann.  She was further preceded in death by in-laws, nieces, and nephews.

A visitation to remember and celebrate Rosie's life will be held on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 from 10 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. with funeral services to follow at 12 noon at the Schmidt Funeral Home in Jackson (N168 W20135 Main Street).

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Heart Association or American Cancer Society appreciated.

Messages of comfort and condolence for the family may be left at:

                                                                      www.schmidtfuneralhome.com 

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Rosalie "Rosie" J. Cowdin, nee Hoffmann please visit our Tribute Store.

                                                                                                                                                                   Sheboygan Press / July 26, 2005

Kenneth E. Hogue, age 65, of 1518 Camelot Blvd., died on Monday, July 25, 2005 at his home.  He was born in Sheboygan on January 5, 1940 to the late Calvin and Esther Kerwin Hogue. Kenneth attended Trinity Lutheran Grade School, graduated from Central High School in 1959 and later received his associate’s degree in accounting from Lakeshore Technical College.  He was a U.S. Army Veteran, playing in the 5th Army Band for three years.  On April 20, 1068, Kenneth was united in marriage to Sandy Werner at Immanuel Lutheran Church.  He was employed as an accountant for Schulz-Savo Foods for 45 years.   Kenneth enjoyed music and playing his drums very much, especially for the Wuerl Band and numerous dance bands in the area.  (His quote under his high school annual picture says: “The man behind the drums”).   He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed bowling.  Kenneth is survived by his wife, Sandy; son, Dave (Trina) Hogue; granddaughter, Kaitlin, all of Sheboygan; sister, Elanor (Ronald) Wield of Cudahy; and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Barbara and Jerome Fox of Sheboygan.  He is further survived by nieces and nephews, other relatives and his good friends, Jean and Errol Wittstock of Sheboygan.  Kenneth was preceded in death by his sister, Mary and his brother, Calvin.  Kenneth’s wish was to have only a private family service.  Burial will take place at Lutheran Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Immanuel Lutheran Church organ fund.  The family of Kenneth wishes to thank St. Nicholas Hospice and the staff at Dr. Matthews Oncology.  The staff of the Novak-Ramm-Ziegler Funeral Home is assisting the family.

EDWARD THOMAS HOUGEN ~~~ Age 74, died August 29, 2016, of pancreatic cancer.  He was home under hospice care with his family around him.  He lived for over two years following his diagnosis and often expressed gratitude for what he called "extra time" to be with those he loved.  Edward was born January 7, 1942, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, the son of Edward T. Hougen and Mildred Dulmes Hougen.  

[Note: He was a 3-year graduate of Central High School].

He graduated from Harvard College in 1963 and entered Union Theological Seminary in New York City in 1964 where he met his wife, Margaret, who was also studying for the ministry.  Before graduating from Union in 1967, Edward wrote his thesis on An Examination of the Contemporary Christian Sexual Ethic.  He was ordained to the ministry by the United Church of Christ in 1967 and served the First Congregational Church in South Hadley, from 1967 to 1971 as associate pastor.  In 1971 Edward became the pastor of the Central Congregational Church in Orange.  He served that church until 1975 when he came out as a gay person and a proponent, with his wife, of open marriage as a Christian value.  He resigned from the pastorate of the Central Congregational Church and he and his wife and their two small children moved to Boston where he became the pastor of the Metropolitan Community Church there (1975-1980).  In 1984 Edward started a new venture as the publisher of The Guide, a magazine based in Boston, which promoted gay travel and a radical gay and sexual liberation message.  Over the next 22 years he and a devoted staff developed the magazine into an international publication.

In 2006 Edward sold the magazine and retired, moving with his wife to Northampton to be near their children and grandchildren.  Edward's particular pleasures in retirement were weekly bridge games at the Northampton Bridge Club and the Patriots football games he watched with his son, Eddy, and friends.  Every winter Edward enjoyed spending time in Palm Springs, California, his favorite place to relax with family and his boyfriend, Bobby, and to play alot more bridge.

Edward leaves his wife of 51 years, Margaret de Velder Hougen; his daughter Sarah M. Hougen; his son Eddy T. Hougen and wife Sarah Curro Hougen, all of Northampton; his boyfriend of 41 years Bobby Stevens of Chicopee; his three grandchildren, Holland M. Silva, Greta Jo Hougen-Smith, and Emma Lee Hougen; Holland's father, Gonzalo Silva of New York City; and Greta's mother Rachael Smith-Ramos of Holyoke.  Also surviving Edward are his brother Jon T. Hougen of Maryland; his sister Helen Hancock and her husband Ben Hancock of California; his family on his wife's side; nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A celebration of Edward's life will be held Saturday, September 17, at 3:00 p.m at Edward's Church in Northampton.  Instead of flowers, donations may be made in Edward's memory to Whole Children in Hadley (wholechildren.org) or to the Manna Soup Kitchen, Inc. (www.mannasoupkitchennorthampton.org).

Edward's family wishes to thank Dr. Deborah Smith of the Mass General Cancer Center at Cooley Dickinson Hospital and her staff for their support and compassionate care throughout Edward's long cancer journey.  His family is also grateful to all their friends and relatives who provided rides, food, prayers, and encouragement along the way.  The Czelusniak Funeral Home (173 North Street, Northampton, MA) is entrusted with Edward's care.

Published by Daily Hampshire Gazette on August 31, 2016.

 JOHN L. JABLONSKI

June 22, 1941-October 2, 2019

John was born in Sheboygan, the first son of John and Dena Jablonski. He attended what was then South Side Junior High School and graduated from Central High School in 1959. In his youth, John participated in numerous sports, including baseball, softball, basketball and gymnastics. His special love however was SCUBA diving, which he began at the Quarry at a time when there were no restrictions on where one swam. He enjoyed exploring the entirety of that abandoned stone quarry. He also raced stock cars at the Plymouth Fairgrounds track in the early 60's.  His SCUBA interest lead him to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida where he worked as an underwater welder repairing ships.  

He also worked as a model, mostly appearing in poster type cigarette ads of the sort that were located outside convenience stores, looking manly with a thick moustache.  He later traveled extensively through Western and Eastern Europe and then on into Turkey and Iran on his motorcycle. For a time he lived in Amsterdam, opening a leather store, where he sold goods of his own making.

After returning to Ft. Lauderdale, he met and married his wife Melanie in 1987, who herself died Oct 11, 2019. Melanie was a manager at Pearl Paints, an art supply store. Her work took them to Northern Virginia and then San Francisco. After retirement, they returned to Spotsylvania, VA. where her son resided.

John is survived by his daughter Diana, step children Shari and Jesse, and brother Jim, sister in law Kristen and nieces Katie and Lauren of Denver. 

There was cremation and both John and Melanie's ashes were returned to a lake near their home.

Published in Sheboygan Press from Nov. 3 to Nov. 4, 2019

D'Agostino, Nancy Ann (Nee Jacquette) ~ Born to Eternal Life on Sunday August 26, 2012, age 71 years.  Preceded in death by her husband, John, and brothers-in-law: Carl, Joe, and Peter.  Survived by her dear daughter Karen Ann (Joe) Bova.  Grandmother of Danielle and Kimberly Bova.  Great-grandmother of Izaiah and Hailee.  Sister to Dale (Tina) Jacquette and sister-in-law to Rosemary, Mary (Jim) Murtaugh and Donna.  Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, especially Dorothy Stamos and friends at Layton Terrace.  Nancy was an RN at Columbia Hospital for many years.  Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 30, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Robert Catholic Church, 2200 E. Capitol Drive, Shorewood, WI 53211.  Procession to Holy Cross Cemetery to follow.

{Zwaska Funeral Home/4900 Bradley Road/Milwaukee, WI 53223}

Pubished by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on August 28, 2021.

Jerry was a Sheridan Elementary friend as well as a CHS alumni. He died on 7 August 2010 in Texas. We are putting more information together about his life.

Donald J. Jeruc, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at his residence in Chicago.  Donald was born on January 1, 1941 in Sheboygan, a son of Joseph and Anna (Simenz) Jeruc.

He graduated from Sheboygan Central High School and the University of Wisconsin at Madison following which he attained a Law Degree from Harvard University.  Donald served his country as a captain in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and received the Purple Heart.  He was a corporate attorney for Sears and a golfing enthusiast.

Donald is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, William and Jane Jeruc of New Berlin and his three grandchildren to whom he was a devoted grandfather, Marie, Hannah and Joseph Jeruc. He is further survived by his mother, Anna Jeruc of Sheboygan and other family and friends.  He was preceded in deathy by his father, Joseph Jeruc on June 4, 2009.

A visitation for family and friends will be held on Sunday, November 15 from 1:00 P.M. until 3:00 P.M. at the Novak­ Ramm-Ziegler Funeral Home 1535 S. 12th St. Burial will in Greendale Cemetery.  In preference to flowers, memorials to the charity of your choice are appreciated.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.no­vakrammziegler.com.

THE SHEBOYGAN PRESS / NOVEMBER 12, 2009

As an addition to the above obituary it should be noted that Don was 1959 FRVC Conference golf champion.

     Jacob "Jack" Nelson Jung Jr., a decendent of a prominent Sheboygan family, passed away on March 30, 2022 at the Lutheran Home on Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.  He was 81 and the oldest of three chlidren born to Jacob Nelson Jung Sr. and Doris (Zehms) Jung.  Jack was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Frederic Jung.  

     Jack graduated from Lakeland College in 1965 with a degree in Education.  He was first employed by a school system in Titusville, Florida where he was a teacher for the children of astronauts and staff employed by NASA.

     When Jack returned to Wisconsin, he taught in Sheboygan area schools, and was involved in sales for his father's business, the Jacob Jung Company Interior Decorators.  Jack and his wife, Pat, and their children, Elizabeth and Christopher, eventually moved to Fond du Lac, Wisconsin where Jack remained until his death.

     Jack was beloved for his inquisitive, creative mind, and kind, gentle spirit.  Some of Jack's fondest memories were family gatherings and picnics.  In his youth, he enjoyed spending the summer months at Crystal Lake where he and his siblings had fun swimming, boating, water-skiing and fishing.

     Jack had a gift for auto-mechanics and enjoyed tinkering under the hood of his own car.  He also collected outboard motors for a hobby and took great pride in restoring them.  

     Private service and burial arrangements are being made by Jack's sister, Marjorie Jung, who lives in Bristol, Connecticut.  Cremation has taken place.  Services are in the care of Uecker-Witt Funeral Home, 524 North Park Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935.  Additional information and guestbook can be found at ueckerwitt.com.

John D. Kaiser, 52, of 1016 South Washington Drive, Howards Grove, WI, died Tuesday, November 23, 1993 at Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center, where he was a patient for two days.

Mr. Kaiser was born January 11, 1941, in Sheboygan, WI, to the late Conrad and Marie Kaiser.  He attended Trinity Lutheran Grade School and graduated from Central High School in 1959.

He served in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1965 and served overseas in South Korea.

On January 14, 1967, he married Michele Thompson of Sheboygan.

Mr. Kaiser was employed at Plastics Engineering Company for 34 years, working to the present time.

John was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Sheboygan.

Survivors include his wife, Michelle; two sons: Timothy C. Kaiser, Eau Claire, WI, and William J. Kaiser, Green Bay, WI; one granddaughter, Crystal Kaiser; one brother, Richard Kaiser of Sheboygan; and one sister, Donna Searle, Princeton, Illinois.  Two infant brothers preceded him in death.

The funeral service will be held Saturday, at 11:00 a.m. at Ballhorn Funeral Chapels, the Rev. Galan Walther, associate pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church, officiating.  Burial will be at Lutheran Cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral chapel from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on Friday, and until the time of service on Saturday.

A memorial fund has been established in John's name.

Kathleen Keller Wedemeyer, 78, formerly of Worcester, died on Saturday April 18, 2020 at the Beaumont of Westborough.  Her husband, the Reverend Dr. Frederick George Wedemeyer, passed away on July 10, 2018.

Kathleen leaves a son Craig Bellisario of Rochdale, a daugher Diane Bellisario of Seattle, stepchildren, John, Tim, Andy and Kathy Wedemeyer; grandchildren, Juliette, Elliot, Meredith, Megan, Brianna and Will.

Kathleen was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, daughter of Erich and Matilda Keller.  She has lived in the Worcester area for more than 40 years.  She graduated from Central High School in Sheboygan, Wisconsin with the class of 1959.  After college, Kathleen was a social worker for several years.  She later became a legal secretary for many years before retiring.  Funeral services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church of Worcester, 73 Lancaster Street, Worcester, MA 01609.  The Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster Street, Worcester, is directing funeral arrangements.

Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from May 2nd to May 3rd, 2020.

May you rest in peace after putting up such a valiant fight.  Jack & Geri Zore

An Internet search produced the info that he died Sept. 2, 1993 and is buried in Los Angeles. He is pictured in our yearbook at the top of page 101.

Jim Prostman  (9/27/2014)

ROSEMARIE D. KLANCHER KLIPP

RoseMarie D. Klipp (nee Klancher), 58, died peacefully at home with her family after her battle with cancer, Wednesday September 29, 1999.

She was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin on April 29, 1941 to Frank and Rose Klancher.  She was the beloved wife, best friend and partner of Robert; loving mother of Sondra and Terrence Klipp.  Also loved by other relatives and many sincere and dear friends.

Visitation will be after 3 p.m. Friday at Holy Apostles Catholic Church, 16000 W. National Avenue, New Berlin, Wisconsin.  Funeral Mass will be at 4:30 p.m. with
burial to follow in the church cemetery.

Memorials appreciated to the American Cancer Society.  Lover of the Law, Roses and the Packers.  Church and Chapel Funeral Service is serving the family.
 
THE SHEBOYGAN PRESS ~~~ September 30, 1999

Mobile Home Fire Kills Ex-Resident

Graveside services were held here today for Kurtis Kloppenburg, 37, a former Sheboygan resident, who died last Wednesday (August 23rd 1978), in a fire that destroyed his trailer home in Las Vegas, Nevada.  The Rev. Edwin C. Bek, pastor of St. Pul Lutheran Church, conducted the private burial rites in Lutheran Cemetery.

Mr. Kloppenburg was a son of Mrs. Alfred Kloppenburg of 1314 North 12th Street  

He was crushed by an air conditioner unit that fell on him when the roof of the mobile home in Mackie's Trailer Park collapsed during th fire which broke out about 11:30 p.m. He was burned beyond recognition.  The trailer was a complete loss.  Although the cause of the fire is still under investigation, Las Vegas authroities theorized that Kloppenburg was apparently smoking while watching television when he fell asleep and his smoking materials set fire to the mobile home.  "There was no indication of foul play," a spokesman for the Las Vega Fire Department told The Press.  "We believe the death was accidental."

Mr. Kloppenburg was born in Sheboygan on November 3, 1940, a son of the late Alfred and Frieda Wartke Kloppenburg.  He attended locals schools, was graduated from Central High School in 1958 (Note: Press error: it should read "1959") and worked at Northland Plastics beofre moving to Las Vegas in 1972.  He had been employed in several Las Vegas casinos.

Surviving are his mother, a brother, Roy; one sister, Mrs. Robert Mueller, and his paternal grandmother, Mrs. George Kloppenburg, all of Sheboygan.  The Nickel-Lippert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

SHEBOYGAN PRESS / AUGUST 30, 1978

  Clifford J. Klunk, age 71,of 3014 Erie Ave, passed away on Monday afternoon, February 7, 2011 at the Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice. 

Cliff was born on Octorber 1, 1939 in Sheboygan, a son of the late John and Helen (Godard) Klunk.  He grew up on the family farm in Cleveland and also attended school in Cleveland. 

He entered the Army Signal Corps and served in Germany as a radio operator.  He was employed with Leick Furniture.  Cliff enjoyed camping in Peshtigo and the music of Elvis Presley.  He loved his dog, Blackie.  He was a member of the VFW.

Clifford is survived by two sisters, Janice (Allen) Nowak of Sheboygan and MaryAnn Bellinder of Sheboygan; a brother, Robert (Sharon) Klunk of Grand Island, FL, his former wife Judy Pulaski, Sheboygan; a stepson, Zigmund Spradau of Shebogan and a stepdaughter, Tina Adamavich of Sheboygan.  Many special nieces and nephews also survive.

A funeral service for Clifford will be held 7: P.M., Wednesday, February 9 at the Novak-Ramm-Ziegler Funeral Home with the Rev. Mark Janzen.  Burial will be in the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove.  Family and friends may gather at the funeral home, 1535 S. 12^th St. on Wednesday from 6:00 P.M. until the time of service at 7:00 P.M.  Military rites will be accorded.

A memorial fund has been established in his name.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.novakrammziegler.com.

The Sheboygan Press, February 8, 2011
 

JOANNE KLUNK ZIMMERMANN ~~~ Joanne passed away peacefully with the love of her life by her side on Monday Octobrer 17th, 2022.  She is survived by her beloved soul mate, best friend, and husband Alan of more than 59 years, her son Brad and daughter ("in-law") Andrea, and her two grandchildren Austin (Bebecca) and Lucia.  She was preceded in death by her daughter Amy, four brothers and two sisters.  

Joanne was a beautiful human being...a devoted wife and the very best mother and grandmother a child could have.  Picture in your mind the most loving, caring, kind, unselfish, and giving person and you will see Joanne.....dedicating her life to taking care of family with uncondtional love and support.  She spread kindness (and a warm smile) to all those she met along the way.  Joanne was also very strong, facing much adversity, but doing so with grace and remarkable resiliency.  The world is a far better place because of Joanne and her legacy will carry on in all those she touched throughout her life.

The wonderful memories created with her will continue to warm our hearts.  Rest peacefully lovie, please tell Amy we love and miss her.  We are comforted knowing the both of you are together again.  A special thank you to Narda Olson, Joanne's loyal friend, the people from The Gathering Place at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Sheboygan Falls for bringing her joy every Tuesday and the staff at Vitas Hospice for the compassionate care they provided near the end of her life.

To honor Joanne's wishes, no formal services will be held.  Please visit our website to share your stories and leave your condolences for the family --- www.ballhornchapels.com 

Posted online on October 19, 2022 /// Published in The Sheboygan Press

WILLIAM LEE 'BILL' KOBER, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2019 at his home in Jefferson. He was born on July 10, 1941, Sheboygan, WI to David and Amalie (Eirich) Kober.

He married Roxalyn Strutz on July 1, 1967 in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Bill served his country as a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps from 1961 to 1967.

He worked at General Motors Corporation in Janesville for many years until his retirement, and was an active member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jefferson. Bill loved doing crafts with his granddaughter, crossword puzzles, watching sporting events and socializing with family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Roxie of Jefferson; daughter Kelly Kober of Fort Atkinson; son Jeffery (Angela) Kober of Jefferson and granddaughter, Myah Kober. He is also survived by sisters Marilyn (Ron) DeKarske of Florida, Sherry Baalke of Sheboygan, and Linda (Wayne) Thiel of Sheboygan; brothers, Thomas (Dora) Kober of Janesville and Gary (Karen) Kober of Winchester, VA; sister-in laws Judy Kober of Sheboygan and Dawn Kober of Jefferson.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Mark Kober, Ron Kober and Robert Kober and brother-in-law Thomas Baalke.

Funeral Services for Bill will be held at 11:00 AM. on Friday, July 5, 2019 at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jefferson. Visitation will be at the church from 9:00 AM until the time of services. Burial will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery.

Memorials may be given in Bill's name to St. John's Lutheran Church.

Visit www.schneidermichaelisfuneralhome.com to leave condolence or light a candle in his memory.

George Karl Kolar

August 27, 1940 - March 8, 2014

George Karl Kolar age73 of Wheatland twsp. Passed Away March 8, 2014 at his home. He was born on August 27, 1940 the son of the late Matthew & Estelle (Miller) Kolar. On November 15, 2002 he was united in marriage to Susan Hundt in Mexico. George enjoyed going Country Line Dancing, Training Dogs and loved traveling with his wife. He also volunteered at the Milwaukee VA Zablocki Medical Center. He served in the United States Navy.

He is survived by his wife Susan. 3 Children: Jackie (Dan) Kramer, Sharyl (Carl) Slack, Michael Kolar. Stepchildren: Scott Schmies and Pamela (Brian) Runke. He is further survived by many grandchildren and numerous Brothers and Sisters. 

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday March 13, 2014 at 7:00PM at the Haase-Lockwood & Associates Funeral Home 620 Legion Dr. Twin Lakes, WI. The family will receive friends from 5:00PM until the time of services. The family would like to especially Thank Dr. Haiter and the Staff at his clinic for the care·of George.

Memorials may be made in George's name to either the Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic or the Wisconsin Council of the Blind and Visually impaired. Online condolences may be made at Haaselockwoodfhs.com.  Obituary Provided By: Haase-Lockwood & Associates Funeral Homes & Crematory, 620 Legion Dr. Twin Lakes, WI 53181  

www.haaselockwoodfhs.com

RUSSELL A. KRAMER
 
Russell A. Kramer, 65, of 2103 Kansas Avenue, died unexpectedly at home, Sunday June 26, 2005.  Russell was born November 28, 1939 in Sheboygan, graduating from Central High School, class of 1959.
 
Russ served his country in the U.S. Navy.  He took pride in his service and would often discuss the many experiences he had while sailing the Atlantic and taking in the many sites in Europe and South America.
 
On January 12, 1963 Russ was united in marriage to Anne Leys of Sheboygan at
First Christian Reformed Church.  Russ was formerly employed at Polar Ware and
Eclipse Mfg. Co. until retirement.  Mr. Kramer was a member of Christ Lutheran Church.  He served as a Boy Scout leader in his younger years.  Russ enjoyed the outdoors.  Many happy times were spent with family and friends while camping.
 
In addition to his wife, Anne, Russ is survived by a daughter, Christine A. (Michael) Konz of Sheboygan; a son, Mark Kramer of Sheboygan; a granddaughter,
Katelyn Kramer; two brothers, Roman (Joanne) Kramer of Sheboygan and Thomas Braun of Oostburg, Wisconsin; a sister, Gail (Donald) Hajenga; and extended family members including April Ross, Michael Konz, Jr. and Heidi Konz. He was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather, Joseph (Viola) Lorier.
 
Funeral services will be held Friday, July 1st at 4 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, 3816 South 12th Street.  The Rev. Dennis L. Boettcher, pastor, will officiate.  Burial will take place in Greenlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
 
THE SHEBOYGAN PRESS ~~~ June 29, 2005

Richard Herbert Kuehl, born in Sheboygan, WI, and resident of Warwick RI, passed away on Saturday. March 16, 2019. He was a graduate of Rhode Island School of Design and MTI, earning degrees in architecture and engineering.  Richard started the Providence Partnership with a group of young, talented architects who collectively created remarkable designs all over the state.

Richard's launch project, and one that he was most proud of, was the Nantucket Waterfront Redevelopment, for which he received an AlA design award. In addition to many residential properties throughout New England, Richard made his mark on several recognizable buildings such as the libraries at the University of Rhode Island and Salve Regina University. He created the Master Plan of the Amgen Pharmaceutical Complex and Quality Assurance Laboratory as well as Broadcast House, later converted to the Johnson & Wales library, in downtown Providence. Richard was involved in the renovations of Trinity Repertory Company including the addition of the second floor as well as major upgrades to the Providence Performing Arts Center.  His design expanded into education facilities such as The Learning Community Charter School, West Warwick Elementary School, and the Clock Tower at Johnson & Wales University. Local municipal buildings include the Minimum-Security Prison and the Rhode Island Traffic Court in addition to the Cooperative Care Center at Rhode Island Hospital. Richard held licenses in many states including Massachusetts where he designed the Marian Fathers Candle Shrine in Stockbridge as well as several Broadcasting facilities throughout the country.

Richard will forever be remembered for his entertaining wit, extraordinary way of making others comfortable, willingness to lend a helping hand and Wisconsin pride. He loved his family and the long-standing friendships created throughout his life. He leaves behind his wife Janet Comalli, daughter Kathryn (husband Chris and granddaughter Paige) and extended family of sons David Comalli (wife Terrie), George Comalli (wife Sheri) and Jim Comalli (wife Norma),

grandchildren Michael, Kayla, and Bryan Comalli.

In lieu of a funeral, a celebration of life well lived will be on Saturday, April 27^th at 11.30 am, at The Providence Art, Club located at 1 Thomas Street.  

Donations in Richland’s memory may be made to the Colin Myers Fund for Doctors Without Bonders, care of the RI Foundation, One Union Station, Providence, IR 02903, or The Learning Community Charter School, 21 Lincoln Ave, Central Falls, RI 02863, will be appreciated.

(Posted April 11, 2023)

CAROL KUETHER SHEFFIELD

Carol Kuether Sheffield was born on May 12, 1941, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, to parents Elva Eirich Kuether and Helmuth Kuether.  She attended Bethlehem Lutheran School in Sheboygan through the eighth grade and graduated from Central High School in 1959.

After graduation she worked for the Sheboygan Parks and Recreation Department as a secretary.  She met Tullio Sheffield, the love of her life, around this time.  They were married at Bethlehem Lutheran Church on August 17, 1963.

Shortly after their marriage, Carol became an Air Force wife, following Tullio around the country on his various deployments.  She returned home to Sheboygan while he served in Vietnam, but she rejoined him upon his safe return and sought secretarial work in every location to which he was deployed.

In 1967, she and Tullio settled in Garland, Texas, and then moved to Plano a year later.  Carol gave birth to two daughters, Christine and Rachelle, and devoted her time to taking care of them.  She was also an active volunteer at Faith Lutheran Church, creating and printing the bulletins before there was a full-time secretary, helping with Vacation Bible School for many years, and working with the Faith Lutheran Action Group.  Like her husband, she was ready to step in and help however she could in her community.

An avid and masterful seamstress, Carol had most recently learned digital embroidery and loved using those talents to create clothing and gifts for her family and friends.  Her creations never failed to bring smiles to the faces of those that received one of her completed projects.

A loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Carol always put her family first and was a constant, supporting presence in her family's life until her passing.  Her faith was strong and a witness to those she knew, even in the end.  She drew strength from that faith throughout her life, especially as she fought her cancer.

Carol went to her heavenly home and met the Lord on March 23, 2023.  She was preceded in death by her husband and her parents.  She is survived by her daughters, Christine Gray (Steven) and Rachelle Garza (Albert); her grandchildren: Zachary Gray, Alexander Garza, Ashley Gray, and Ian Garza; her brothers, Nyle Kuether and Mike Kuether; and her sister, Helen Perleberg.  Carol will be greatly missed and will hold a special place in our hearts until we see her again.

Faith Lutheran Church of Plano hosted a Memorial Service for Carol on Saturday, April 1st, 2023.  A light lunch followed the service.  She will be laid to rest with her husband, Tullio, at the Dallas/Ft. Worth National Cemetery on Monday, May 22, 2023.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Carol's name to Faith Lutheran Church and School or to the American Cancer Society (https://donate3.cancer.org). 

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Carol Sheffield, please visit the funeral home's website: https://www.affoplano.com/

Alwin Lee Kuhfuss, 70, of Sheboygan, went peacefully to his Heavenly Home on Friday, March 23, 2012, at home (618 Huron Avenue), and was surrounded by his family.  He was born July 17, 1941, in Sheboygan, to the late Alwin J. and Mildred T. Kuhfuss.  He was the oldest of three children.

Alwin was baptized at Saron Reformed Church, and confirmed at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church.  In the past few years, when able, he enjoyed attending Praise Fellowship.

He attended Mapledale School 1948-1955; he graduated from Central High School with the Class of 1959.  He attended the University of Wisconsin-Sheboygan, 1959-1960.  He was honorably discharged as a Spec-4, August 1963.

On October 27, 1962, he married Carolyn J. Sturgill in Emmorton, MD.  The ceremony was officiated by her uncle, Pastor Lester Turner, at Emmorton Baptist Church.

Carolyn and "Skip" had four children: Paul Linden, Cassandra Lynn, Craig Lee, and Brian Luke.

Alwin was employed at Armour Leather Company as a quality controller form 1963-1969.  He also worked at Tecumseh Diecast as a die caster and repairman from 1970-2003.

Alwin is preceded in death by his parents, Carolyn, one son Paul L., his brother Paul T. and two nephews.

He is survived by his sister Lois Kuhfuss, sister-in-law Carmen Kuhfuss, daughter Cassandra (Jack) Hogue, his sons: Craig (Kristi) Kuhfuss, and Brian Kuhfuss; daughter-in-law Susan Kuhfuss; his grandchildren: Allie and Aaron Olivas, Lexee, Jakob, and Lainee Kuhfuss.  He is further survived by numerous other family and friends.

A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, March 28th at 10:00 a.m. at the Chapel of Eternal Light at Greenlawn Memorial Park (6706 Superior Avenue/Kohler), with committal immediately following.  Pastor Chuck Apple of Praise Fellowship will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, a Memorial Fund is being established in Alwin's name.  The family would like to thank Dr. Sota and Dr. Mancheski and their staff, St. Nicholas ICU and Home Health and Hospice, for all the special care and support they gave.

Please visit www.zimmerfuneralhoje.com to send email condolences.  Zimmer's Westview Funeral and Cremation Center is assisting the family.

[Published by Sheboygan Press on March 26, 2012]

 GARY KUNSTMAN  (1941-2007) I always remember his rendition of the Tocatta and Fuge in G, think "Phantom of the Opera." He would fill the school auditorium with sounds after classes were over.

THIS RECORD OF GARY KUNSTMAN COMES FROM THE UNITED STATES SOCIAL SECURITY DEATH INDEX. ACCORDING TO INFORMATION PROVIDED TO THE SSDI, THIS DEATH RECORD HAS BEEN VERIFIED BY A FAMILY MEMBER OF THE DECEASED. THIS DATA CAN BE CONSIDERED VERY ACCURATE.

Hung out with Fred a few times during our high school days, fun to be around, good guy. Sorry to hear of his passing.  Best   .......  Gary Richter

It is a shock to hear about Fred.  I chatted with Fred at the bar for a bit at the end of the 2009 Class Reunion.  He was always great to talk to.  He will be missed by many.   Clyde Kometer

Frederick F. Lang, 70, of Watertown, passed away at his home Thursday evening, Nov. 17, 2011, after a battle with cancer.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday at 11a.m. at St. Bernard's Catholic Church in Watertown. Burial will be in St. Bernard's Catholic Cemetery in Watertown.

A visitation will be held at the church on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass.  In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the UW Carbone Cancer Center in Madison or Rainbow Hospice.

Frederick Frank Lang was born on June 10, 1941, in Sheboygan, son of Frederick and Mary (Starkl) Lang. He married Ann Marie Scheidel at St. Clemens Catholic Church in Sheboygan on June 10, 1961. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this past June.

Fred was a 1959 graduate of Central High School in Sheboygan and received his master's degree in Education and Counseling at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. He taught grade school in Port Washington and Waubeka and was a high school guidance counselor in Sheboygan Falls.

In 1971, Fred and Ann moved to Watertown.  Fred was an educator and worked as a school counselor in the Watertown  Unified School District before becoming a real estate broker and general contractor. He was part owner of Riverpark Properties and later owned and operated Fred Lang Homes in Watertown. He retired in 2006.

Fred was a member of St. Bernard's Catholic Church and the Watertown Elks Lodge. He enjoyed grilling out, Packer games and spending time with family and friends.  He will be greatly missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

The Hafemeister Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www. hafemeisterfh.com.  Hafemeister Funeral Home 611E. Main St. Watertown

 Source:  Edited obituary from the Hafemeister Funeral Home website per Find­ A-Grave guidelines.

Family links: Parents  :Fred Lang {1904 - 1984) & Mary A Stark/ Lang (1916 - 2005)

Burial:  Saint Bernard's Cathol ic Cemetery Watertown, Jefferson County Wisconsin, USA

Maintained by: Steve Seim Originally Created by: Scott W. Record added: Jan 23, 2012Find A Grave Memorial# 83917880

BYRON LaPEAN

Birth:   January 7, 1941 / Sheboygan/ Sheboygan County / WI  USA

Death:  December 20, 1971 in Milwaukee / Milwaukee County / WI  USA

Note: Died from burns in a house fire on 12/12/1971.

Burial: Immaculate Conception Cemetery / Sheboygan, WI   USA

Plot: Sec A Plot 73 Gr1

Created by: SH  Record added: March 6, 2011

Find A Grave Memorial #66551858

Made transition on November 20, 2000 in Des Moines, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held Monday at 11 am. at Ballhorn Funeral Chapels. The Rev. Stan Seagren, pastor of Hope Reformed Church, will officiate.  Interment will take place in Wildwood Cemetery.  A time of visitation and support will be held at Balllhorn’s on Sunday, from 3-7 p.m.  Friends may also call on Monday, from 10 a.m. until  the time of services. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in her name.

SEMPER FI

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Robyn's name.

THE SHEBOYGAN PRESS / JUNE 12, 2004 

Barbara M. Macknick, originally of Milwaukee, WI, died of cancer on September 7, 2010 in Alexandria, VA.  She had a wide and varied range of interests and achievements.  Among those that brought her most joy were: Earning a PhD in education (Marquette University, 1975), graduation from Army War College (Carlisle Barracks, 1999), nineteen years of a loving relationship with Don G. Rybold, who preceded her in death in 2002, and receiving her first American Bridge League Life Master status in 2003.

Colonel Macknick is survived by networks of family and friends.  Among them are her mother (Victoria, age 101), her brother, Richard and his wife, Barbara's best friend, LaVerne Macknick, her beloved nephew, David Macknick (Michelle Omich-inski), niece Bunny Dzurov-cik, and her incredible great-nephew and niece, Mitchell and Ava.  She also leaves behind a large number of bridge-playing friends, singing companions from Potomac Harmony Chorus, and former military colleagues.

Private services will be conducted by the family.  Contributions in Barbara's memory may be made to Lung Cancer Research Foundation, Potomac Harmony Chorus, The Smithsonian Institute, or the National Building Foundation.

{Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinal on September 19, 2010}

Cynthia G. Machut Beimel, 82, entered into eternal rest on Monday May 6, 2024.  Cynthia was born August 11, 1941 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to the late Otto Machut and Ruth (Berger) Machut.  Cynthia was preceded in death by her husband, Allen W. Beimel, on May 19, 2020.  They celebrated 59 years together.

She is survived by son David A. Beimel and daughter Kathey M. Beimel both of Sheboygan; and daughter Laura R. Beimel of Newton, Wisconsin.  She is also survived by her brother Glen Machut of New Berlin, Wisconsin; four grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.  Cynthia was preceded in death by her brother William Machut.

Cynthia was a graduate of the Class of 1959 from Central High School in Sheboygan.  She was a teller at Security National Bank.  Her hobbies included gardening, canning, sewing, and crochet.  Cynthia was a long-time member of St. Dominic's Catholic Church where she worked and later ran the church gift store.

A combined celebration of life will be held for Cynthia and Allen on Saturday June 29, 2024 at St. Dominic's Catholic Church in Sheboygan.  She will be interned with Allen at Calvary Cemetery in Sheboygan.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: 
                        https://myschs.app.neoncrm.com/forms/donate

Wisconsin Cremation has been entrusted with Cynthia's remains.
              

                   Dr. Bruce Thomas Markgraf

Jonesboro - Memorial Services for Dr. Bruce Thomas Markgraf, 78, of Jonesboro, LA, will be held at 2:00 P.M., Sunday, February 23, 2020, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA, with Brother Lonnie Scarbrough officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. until service time on Sunday.

Dr. Markgraf was born June 1, 1941, in Sheboygan, WI, and passed away February 20, 2020, in Jonesboro, LA. He was a retired Veterinarian. Dr. Markgraf loved the outdoors and was an avid sportsman and conservationist. He will be remembered for his boisterous laughter and colorful story telling about life and the many adventures with his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Karl and Rose Markgraf; and brother, Robert "Bob" Markgraf.

Survivors include his children, Lisa Markgraf Griggs and husband Jerry, Bruce Thomas Markgraf, Jr., Scott Karl Markgraf, and Leigh Markgraf Chism and husband Terry; grandchildren, Stormy Spillers and husband Jerry, Ellise Spears, Jerry "Trey" Griggs, III and wife Stacey, Brianna Kotter and husband Brady, Vanessa Markgraf, David Markgraf, Sydney Kelly, and Jessica Chism; and eleven great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or to Ducks Unlimited.  Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com   -----   Mulhearn Funeral Home / West Monroe, LA

Frederick C. Marksthaler, 37, of 830 North 37th Street, died Tuesday afternoon March 28, 1978 at  Trinity Hospital in Cudahy, Wisconsin after suffering an apparent heart attack.
 
He was born September 17, 1940, in Sheboygan, a son of Mrs. Marcella Marksthaler and the late Casper Marksthaler, Jr.  He attended Trinity Lutheran Grade School and graduated from Central High School in 1959.
 
He served two years in the local Naval Reserve Unit.  On August 17, 1963, he married Janet M. Stokdyk of Waldo, Wisconsin at Trinity Lutheran Church.
 
He was employed at the Kohler Company and for the past eight years at the Kindt Building Products Co.
 
He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and served as president of the Church Parents Club.  He was a member of the Usher’s Club, the senior choir for 15 years, and was a former church board of education member.  He also served on numerous
church and school committees.  He was also a member of the Jubilaires Chorus of Sheboygan.
 
Survivors are his wife; one son, Jeffrey R. and one daughter, Sandra L., both at home; his mother, of Sheboygan, and a brother, Robert A. of Portland, Oregon.
 
Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Trinity Lutheran Church, the Rev. Harvey A. Krueger officiating.  Burial will be in Lutheran Cemetery,
Sheboygan.
 
Friends may call at the Ballhorn Funeral Chapelsafter 4 p.m. Thursday, and on Friday until 10:30 a.m. and at the church from 11 a.m.
until the time of services.  A memorial fund has been established
in Mr. Marksthaler’s name.

Glenn R. Markus, 78, of Williamsburg, passed away June 15, 2020 after a brief illness. He was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin in 1941 to Henry and Adela (Sessler) Markus and graduated from Central High School. He earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy in 1964 and a master's degree in classical studies in 1993, both from Johns Hopkins University. He proudly served in the Maryland National Guard for nearly a decade in the 1960s and '70s. In 1964, he married Mary Ann Travers; together, they raised three daughters and lived in Leesburg, Virginia for more than 20 years. Glenn had a successful career as a legislative analyst specializing in health care policy with the Social Security Administration, Library of Congress Congressional Research Service, and Health Policy Alternatives, Inc. in Washington, D.C. Among his greatest passions were history and travel. He was a voracious reader of ancient civilizations and historic events. He traveled overseas with his family and later organized and guided classically-themed group tours to numerous countries in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa. For more than 25 years, he volunteered as an instructor of Greek and Roman studies and physics at lifelong learning programs in northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Tidewater region. He was known for arriving early (not merely on time), enthusiasm for preparing his taxes, and his love of classical music, red wine, and spaghetti bolognese. Glenn is survived by daughters Cari Conahan (husband Joe), Chris Markus, and Andrea Randall (husband Will); grandchildren Brian Conahan, Katie Conahan, Collin Randall, and Ellie Randall; former wife and enduring friend, Mary Ann Markus; two brothers, Bob Markus (wife Wendy) and Jim Markus (wife Barbara); and eight nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Mildred Markus McKee. A private memorial service was held by his family and friends.

This is the short obituary written by his son and published by Billings Gazette 

on June 20, 2018:

I convey sad news.  My father, Dennis R. Masbruch (a.k.a. "Lucky" and

"The Ole Mole, died of a stroke 2 days after his 77th birthday.  His ashes

will be dispersed by his sons: Tim, Scott, and Todd, upon the summit of

Beartooth Pass in Yellowstone National Park (Elevation: 11,000 feet).

It was one of his favorite places.  He took me up there on many occasions

as I grew.  He was always very movee by it's beauty and grandeur.

With sadness in your hearts, we bed farewell to my father.  

My father is survived by his siblings: Richard, Sandy, and Bonnie; and by

his sons: Tim, Scott and Todd; and also by his niece, Heather.  

No formal memorial is planned.

FRANCINE (McDERMOTT) ALBERTIN

On April 4, 2018 Francine Albertin received the inheritance promised to her in her baptism

and is now with her Savior and the saints in glory singing the eternal hallelujah chorus that

has no end.  Fran will be remembered by her winsome and welcoming smile along with her

gracious demeanor.  She was cherished by her family and friends and respected as a pastor’s

wife.  Fran was instrumental in starting two preschools, was a preschool director, and worked

in retail and banking.

Fran was born July 3, 1940 in Sheboygan Wisconsin, the daughter of Clarence Kleine and his

wife Caryl (nee Bubb) and adopted by Robert McDermott.  She married the Reverend David

Albertin on June 5, 1965.  Their marriage was blessed with three children, Timothy (Tracy)

Albertin, Jonathan (Katherine Gross) Albertin and Kristen (Todd) Kaspar all of whom

survive.  Fran was preceded in death by her mother: Caryl McDermott and fathers: Clarence

Kleine and Robert McDermott, as well as a sister, Starr Margenau.  Fran is also survived by

siblings: Sharon Erdmann and Robert (Theresa) McDermott; grandchildren: Jordan Albertin,

Elisabeth and Jonathan Albertin, Jacob, Jane , Jill, and Jamie Kaspar; and brothers-in-law:

Mark (Melanie) Albertin, James (Lynne) Albertin, Steven (Ann) Albertin, Daniel (Karen)

Albertin, Paul (Tara) Albertin and Thomas (Lisa) Albertin as well as many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Friday, April 13, 2018 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and one hour prior to

the service at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1237 E. Coolspring Avenue, Michigan City, Indiana

46360.  Funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Immanuel

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Sheboygan - Betsy A. McCloskey Tupper, age 78, of Sheboygan, died on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center surrounded by her family. She was born in Sheboygan on July 15, 1940, the daughter of the late Kasten and Gisela Foth McCloskey. 

Betsy attended local schools and graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959. On April 30, 1960 she was united in marriage to the love of her life, Thomas Tupper, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Plymouth. In her younger years, Betsy worked at Anderson Law Office, Lauer's Grocery Store and Rocky Knoll. In 1978, Betsy and Tom bought the Greenbush Inn and spent the next 26 years serving sandwiches and homemade soup to the local patrons. They retired in 2004. 

When Betsy was younger, she was an avid bowler, both miniature and big alleys. She loved spending time with her family, which meant the world to her. After retirement, she looked forward to casino trips with Tom and her bi-weekly hair appointments in Plymouth with Karen Frye. 

Survivors include her husband, Tom Tupper, of Sheboygan; three children, Deb Streblow (Peter Fischer), of Sheboygan, Donna (Jeff) Wilkens, of Virginia, Peter Tupper (Laura French), of New Hampshire; five grandchildren, Brian Schiller, Becky (Mike) Huberty, Taylor Wilkens, Samantha (Luke) Davis, Paul (Heidi) Kerivan; five great-grandchildren, Kylie, Shane, Emerson, Grace, Athena; three sisters-in-law, Carol Laux, Jean (Emil) Worzella, Diana (Herb) Kulow; two brothers-in-law, Steve (Sarah) Tupper and Lyle Lorens. Other relatives and friends further survive. Betsy was preceded in death by her parents and a sister-in-law, Judy Lorens.   In accordance to Betsy's wishes, a private family service will be held.   A heartfelt thank you is extended to the Emergency Room, 2nd Floor and ICU staff at Memorial Hospital. The Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.reinboldfh.com  Published in Sheboygan Press on June 16, 2019. 

Patrick P. McMurray, 38, 2317-A S. 8th Street, Sheboygan, died Thursday evening, July 13, 1978 after being stricken with an apparent heart attack while vacationing at the Franklin Lake Campground in Forrest County.
 
The son of Ben and Mabel McMurray of  2318 South 7th Street, he was born in Sheboygan on September 22, 1939.  He attended South Side Junior High School and graduated from Central High School in 1959.
 
He married the former Joan Heckmann of Sheboygan, on June 14, 1974 in Waukegan, Illinois.
 
Mr. McMurray was a supervisor at Vinyl Plastics, where he had worked for the past 19 years.  He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church.  Surviving are his wife, his parents, and a brother, James, of Sheboygan.
 
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday at the Ballhorn Funeral Chapels with the Rev. William Redeker, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church, officiating.  Burial will be in the the Lutheran Cemetery, Sheboygan.  Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m., Sunday.  A memorial fund has been established in Mr. McMurray’s name for the American Heart Association.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara; his father and stepmother Frederick and Margaret; brothers and sister, Robert (Joanne), Sheboygan, Frederick (Betty), Brownsville, WI, Kathleen (Michael) Skelton, Cleveland, WI, and David (Julie), Sheboygan; stepbrother and stepsisters, Christine (Dickson) Lester, GA, Mary Prasser, SD, Robert (Lehua) Prasser, Hawaii, and Cathy (Mark) Anderson, IL; nieces and nephews, Brian (Julie), Rod (Linda), Tim  (Kelly), Joel, Ryan (Susan),  and Chad Menzer,  James Skelton, and Danie!, Kevin and Adam Menzer, Daniel  Bogenschuetz. Debra (Tony) Yang, Daun (Al) Steady; and Dale (Amy) Bogenschuetz; step nieces and step nephews, Wendy (Blu) Pearson, Matthew (Brandi) Lester, April Lester, Jessica  and Molly Prasser, Momi Prasser,  lpo (Gary) Wirtz, Joshua Prasser. and Michael and Matthew Anderson; aunts and uncles, Wally (Judy) Menzer, Sheboygan, Marie Peter, Sheboygan, Wilma Spindler, Bloomington, MN, Jeanette  Den Hollander, Oostburg, Willis Veldboom, Oostburg, Lucy Veldboom, Oostburg, and Les DeZoute; Sheboygan; sister-in-law, Diane (Donald) Bogenschuetz; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews, cousins, other relatives  and friends.               

Besides his mother, Grace, he was preceded in death by a step­ brother, Rick Prasser.                

Funeral services for Don will take place at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, August  17, 2005 at the Lippert-Olson  Funeral  Home, 1132 Superior Avenue.  The Rev. Kevin Loughran, associate pastor of Trinty Lutheran Church, will officiate.  Interment will take place in the Lutheran Cemetery. Family and friends are welcome at the funeral home on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service.

 In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in his name for Trinity Lutheran Church.

 The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of St. Nicholas Home Health and Hospice and the clergy and staff of Trinity Lutheran Church for all of their loving care and support.

Condolences may be emailed to the family at  donaldmenzer@llppertfuneralhome.com.         

 The Sheboygan Press, August 15, 2005

Our classmate Joanne Mersberger Hesslink died on 1/7/2013 in Los Angeles county, California, USA. Her remains went unclaimed by family and friends. Her remains were cremated on 4/8/2013. Her cremated remains were stored for several years, but went unclaimed by family and friends. On 11/30/2016 her cremated remains were buried in a mass burial at Los Angeles County Crematorium Cemetery located at 3301 E. 1st St., Boyle Heights, Los Angeles county, CA 90063 (cemetery phone # 323-268-5111). The above information came from the "County of Los Angeles Register of Cremation 2013" and https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/174075184/joanne-hesslink. Cemetery phone # (323) 268-5111.

It was sent to us by David Stout on Saturday, July 14, 2018 3:16:38 PM, he provided his

E-mail: rhinobatus@aol.com

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GORDON GLENN MESECK

 Gordon Glenn Meseck.  Born: January 15, 1941 / Died: February 27, 2002 in Amherstburg, Ontario. 

He married Kathryn Lee Shaffer on November 24, 1965 in Nevada, Story County, IA, daughter of Max Borland Schaffer and Ruby Cleo Meyers. 

Children of Gordon Glenn Meseck and Kathryn Lee Shaffer are:

Guy Glenn Meseck, born August 14, 1967.

Andrea Lynn Meseck, born August 18, 1969.

Grant Gordon Meseck, born November 25, 1971.

There was no obituary available, so Jim Protsman has offered this in Don's memory (thank you, Jim!).

After graduating from St Peter Claver School Don decided to enter the priesthood and went off to study for that career but after two years he returned to Sheboygan and finished his high school education at Central High. He graduated from UW-Madison and headed out for the Coast. After marriage he and his wife settled in Graham, Washington where they went into business.

The following is from their business' web site:

Meyer's Creations is a wholesale business started in 1973 by Don & Andrea Meyer in the Foothills of Beautiful Mount Rainier.  Andrea has designed over 150 pewter figures that are now used in their miniature scenes.  The use of dark amethyst crystals and very colorful polished agate as a base for Andrea's Pewter sculptures make each work of art, both unique and elegant.

Don traveled often to South America to get the precious stones needed for his business, which his wife's artistic talent then turned into beautiful artifacts.

                              Ted J. Miller

United States Social Security Death Index:  Birthdate: May 29, 1941.

Transition: November 8, 2013 in Grand Junction, Colorado.

Cemetery Name: Veterans Memorial Cemetery of Western Colorado.

                            2830 Riverside Parkway/Grand Junction,  Mesa, Colorado. U.S.

Transcription: A1C USAF Vietnam – Rank: Airman 1^st Class

Conflicts: Vietnam War.

Phyllis Lorraine Hunter age 75, found peace on Monday, February 15, 2016. She was born on June 14, 1940 in Sheboygan to parents William and Esther (Bagemehl) Mohr. Phyllis attended Sheboygan Central High School. She was united in marriage on January 24, 1959 to Franklin Hunter.

Phyllis and Franklin enjoyed attending dances throughout the area. She was very devoted to her family and friends. Phyllis was very proud her dough boy collection. She enjoyed animals, listening to country music and relaxing with family, friends and neighbors in the backyard. Phyllis always looked forward to her weekly lunch with her childhood friend, Suzan.                                                  
 
Phyllis is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Franklin; four children, Geraldine (Mark) Bergin, Donna (special      friend Jim Brunnbauer) Simpson, Tammy (David) Biszmaier and Gary Hunter; six grandchildren, Shelley (Jon) Notz, Jennifer (Josh) Behr, Eric, Jeffrey and Sarah Biszmaier and Alec Hunter; two great-grandchildren, Benjamin and Jaylin; one sister, Jean Stevens; son-in-law, Mike Simpson. Also survived by other relatives and friends. Phyllis is preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, two sisters, daughter-in-law, Kim A. Hunter.

The family will gather to celebrate Phyllis's life in the chapel at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 6706 Superior Avenue on Monday, February 22 from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name are appreciated. Please visit, www.zimmerfuneralhome.com to sign the guestbook.

Zimmer Westview Funeral Home / W2132 Garton Road / Sheboygan, WI 53081 / 920-565-2331

Published in Sheboygan Press from Feb. 17 to Feb. 21, 2016 -----

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Patricia Faye Molitor Forkner, 81, of Kohler, passed away Saturday, March 11, 2023, at the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice surrounded by her family.  

Born March 13, 1941, in Sheboygan, WI, Pat was a daughter of the late George and Lydia Herman Molitor.  She attended Sheboygan area schools and graduated from Central High School with the class of 1959. 

She went on to serve her country in the U.S. Air Force from 1963 to 1965.  Pat was a secretary for Kohler Generator for many years until her retirement in 2011.  She previously worked at Polar Ware and as a secretary at Kohler High School.  

She was a member of Grace United Church of Christ in Kohler, where she sang in the choir.

She was very involved in theater for many years, both with the Sheboygan Community Players and Memories Ballroom. 

She is survived by her three sons: William (Stephanie), New Braunfels, TX, Christopher (Terri Dufresne), Oconomowoc, WI, and Garrett (Renee), Mukwanago, WI;  eleven grandchildren: Alex (Nina), Lexi, Abby, Andrew, Ashton, Nicholas, Eric, Colin, Adam, Jonathan, and Michael; her great grandson, Lukas; her sister, Diane Darkow, Sheboygan; nieces, nephews, and other realtives and friends.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Gail Darrah and her brother-in-law, James Darkow. 

A memorial service for Pat will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at Grace UCC, 500 School Street, Kohler.  Pastor Beth Petzke will officiate.

Family and friends are welcome at Grace UCC from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.  

In lieu of flowers, a memeorial fund has been established in her name.  The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice for all of their loving care and support.  The Olson Funeral Home & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Pat's arrangements.

(Post online March 13, 2023)

(Published in the Sheboygan Press)

Thursday March 16, 2023

Knew you as far back as Trinity.  You never had an easy life but you wouldn't have known it because you smiled a lot and swore a little.  I always thought you were so very pretty.  God bless and keep you smiling, friend.  

Dianne (Felde) Powell

Dennis and I lived on the same street (Arizona Avenue) for many years.  Darla Williams Altman

JOEL BERNARD NACK ~~~ Joel B. Nack, 52, of 505 Fairway Drive, died unexpectedly Friday, April 9th, 1993, as a result of a construction accident.  

Joel was born June 30, 1940, in Sheboygan, the son of Claribel Hasselhoefer Nack VanHorn and the late Harold Nack.  He attended local elementary school and was a graduate of Sheboygan South High School (mistake in paper-should be "Central High School, Class of 1959).  On August 24, 1968, he and Judy Dickfoss were united in marriage at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church.  Joel was employed as a journeyman mason for various construction companies for the past 34 years.

He was a member of Holy Name of Jesus Parish, the Wisconsin Masons Local 11 and served with the U.S. Navy Seabees during the Cuban missile crisis.

Joel is survived by his wife, Judy; his mother, Claribel (Earl) VanHorn of Sheboygan Falls; three sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Betty and Ed Kuehlmann, and Ruth and Juergen Behm, all of Sheboygan; and Mr. & Mrs. Robert Dickfoss, of Anchorage, Alaska.  Aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends also survive.  He was preceded in death by his father.

A funeral service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, 1993, at Ramm-Ziegler-Novak -Rettke Funeral Home-Northside Chapel, 726 Michigan Avenue.  The Rev. Daniel J. Sanders, pastor of Holy Name of Jesus Parish, will officiate.

Friends may call at the funeral home, 726 Michigan Avenue, at the time of the service.  In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Joel's name for Holy Name of Jesus Parish.

MAN KILLED WHEN WALL COLLAPSES

April 10, 1993 / SHEBOYGAN ~ A wall collapsed on workers building a department store Friday (April 9, 1993), killing one man and injuring six others, authorities said.  A crew was working about 30 feet up when part of the tap half of the cement block wall gave way, breaking scaffolding and dropping the workers into mud, said Police Deputy Capt. James Radtke.  Rescuers had to dig the workers out from beneath bricks and scaffolding, Radtke said.

A man who died at St. Nicholas Hospital was identified by spokeswoman Ann Brantmeier as Joel Nack, 52, of Sheboygan.

Sheree Olson, a ShopKo spokeswoman, said from the site that 10 masons were working on a 100-foot long, 30-foot-high span of brick wall when about a third of the wall collapsed to about halfway down.  Three of the workers were able to move to a part of the scaffolding that didn’t collapse, Olson said.  The workers were from DHO Masonry, Olson said.

FROM MILWAUKEE SENTINEL ~ April 10, 1993

WALL COLLAPSES; 1 KILLED, 6 HURT / Workers building Sheboygan store.

SHEBOYGAN ~ One construction worker died and six others were injured Friday when a section of the wall they were building toppled and crashed, temporarily burying the men in a heap of concrete blocks and metal scaffolding, officials said.

The accident occurred at the site of a ShopKo department store under construction on Sheboygan’s northwest side, near the intersection of Erie Avenue and Taylor Drive.

The men had built the cement-block wall 27 feet high when the top 12 feet fell over about 2:53 p.m. and temporarily trapped the workers, Deputy Police Chief James Radtke said.

The wind was blowing about 17 mph, which may have been a factor in the collapse o the freshly laid cement, Radtke said.

Joel Nack, 52, of Sheboygan, died at St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan of massive internal injuries.

Kurt Koller, 31, was taken to St. Nicholas Hospital, then to Milwaukee County Medical Complex in Wauwatosa, then to Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital in Wauwatosa with severe spinal injury.  His residence was unknown.

Four of the other victims were at Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center Friday.  According to hospital spokesman Ron Lorier, they are Kenneth Thelen, 27, of Plymouth, listed in good condition with a fractured shoulder; Richard Klunck, 21, of Sheboygan, listed in fair condition with a knee injury; William Junk, 45, of Two Rivers, listed in fair con

 Mary A. Lowe, 81, of Sheboygan, passed away Friday morning, August 19, 2022 at St. Nicholas Hospital.  Born September 8, 1940 in Sheboygan, Mary was the daughter of the late Walter and Alic Krueter Ninmer.

She attended Sheboygan area schools and graduated from Central High School with the class of 1959.  On December 24, 1964, she was united in marriage to Fred Lowe, III at the First Congregational Church in Sheboygan.  They were married for 41 years before Fred preceded her in death on February 18, 2006.

Mary was a homemaker and was a member of the First Congregational Church in Sheboygan and the Sheboygan Turners.  She enjoyed golfing, bowling, and volleyball and was an avid Brewer fan.  She loved to read, but her greatest joy was the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren and meeting great-granddaughter.

She is survived by her two daughters, Dawn (Chad) Wood, and Stacy (Tim) Halverson, both of Sheboygan; her grandchildren: Samantha and Kyle Wood, Sheboygan, and Cayden (Gracie) Mitchell of San Diego, CA; her great-granddaughter Elaina Mitchell; her brothers: Roger (Gail) Ninmer, Edgerton, and Thomas Ninmer, Sheboygan; her sisters: Janie Lange, of Riverview, FL, Nancy (Larry) Winveen, of Shwano, WI, Grace (Richard) Reichardt of Sheboygan, and Ann Salm of Sheboygan; nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.  She is further survived by her granddog, Dobby.

Besides her parents and her husband, Fred, she was preceded in death by her brothers: Robert, Ralph and Walter Ninmer and her brothers-in-law: Robert Lange and Simon Salm.

A memorial service for Mary gook place at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, August 26, 2022 at the Olson Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1132 Superior Avenue.  Family and friends were welcomed at the funeral home on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the service.  Inurnment took place in Wildwood Cemetery.  A memorial fund was established in her name.

The family would like to thank Terrace Place, Sheboygan Senior Community, and Countryside Manor for all of their loving care and support.  The Olson Funeral Home and Cremation Service was entrusted with Mary's arrangements.

William J. Norris, 77, of Lake Barrington, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2018 in McHenry.  He was born December 5, 1940 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.  Bill worked at Motorola for 30 years in many different capacities, most of which included his contribution of valued innovations to a growing company. He was a golf enthusiast and truly enjoyed his job (and free golfing!) at Steeple Chase Golf Club. To the chagrin of many of his loved ones, he was also very passionate about the Green Bay Packers!

Bill is survived by his wife, Irene Bauer; and his children, Kathy (Don) Bianchi, Randy (Sherry) Norris and Tony Norris; his grandchildren, Victoria, Josh and Faith; his brother, Bob (Diane) Norris; and his cousin, Larry (Carolyn) Norris.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Carol; and brother, Jim Norris.

A service to celebrate the life of Bill will be held Saturday, March 24, 2018 at Messiah Lutheran Church, 25225 W Ivanhoe Rd, Wauconda, IL 60084 at 11:00 am, with visitation from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill’s memory may be made to JourneyCare Hospice Foundation, 2050 Claire Ct., Glenview, IL 60025.

Donations may be made to:

JourneyCare Foundation
2050 Claire Ct., Glenview IL 60025
Web: https://journeycare.org/journeycare-foundation/memorial-giving/

James H. Olsen, age 59, of 835 E. Division Street, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, died at his home on Thursday morning, November 9, 2000.
 
James was born on March 31, 1941, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, the son of the late
Helmer and Dagny (Jensen) Olsen.  He attended Sheboygan Central High School.
 
For many years Jim was chief railroad clerk working in the Sheboygan office of the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad.
 
Survivors include two sons, James (Carrie Stollenwerk) Olsen of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin and Leif Olsen of Green Bay, Wisconsin; a daughter, Jani (Tim) Scolaro or Coconut Beach, Florida; a granddaughter, Katelin Scolaro and a brother-in-law, Alex Titel of Sheboygan.  Jim is also survived by his previous wives, Karyn of Sheboygan and Arlene of Florida.  James was preceded in death by an infant son, Christopher; and sister, Ruth Titel.
 
A funeral service will be held for James on Monday, November 13, 2000 at 11:30 a.m. at the Ramm-Ziegler-Novak-Rettke Funeral Home, Northside Chapel, Sheboygan, with the Rev. Thomas G. Fleischmann, Sheboygan County Chaplain officiating.  Entombment will take place in Garden Terrace Mausoleum in Lutheran Cemetery, Sheboygan.  Friends may call at the funeral home, 726 Michigan Avenue, on Monday from 11 a.m. until the time of service at 11:30 a.m.  A memorial
fund has been established in Jim’s name.
 
The Sheboygan Press ~~~ November 12, 2000

Howard William Pantel, Jr. Howard was an original. He adored his pets and spoke their language. He egg-celled at puns and jokes. One career was not enough and he moved from sales at Fleetwood System, Inc. in Illinois to being a gentleman farmer in Minnesota, to finally owning his own moving company, Pantel Moving and Storage in California, before retiring to fish, garden, and collect stamps in Oregon. Born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin on Thanksgiving Day 1940, he was a lifelong member of the Lutheran Church, and served as a parachutist in the Green Berets, Army Reserves. He is preceded to Paradise by his parents Howard William Pantel, Sr. and Margaret Wakefield Pantel. He is survived by his sisters LeAnna Markus and Margene Leffin, children Kimberly Pantel, Kathrine Pantel, and Howard (Kody) William Pantel, III, Companion Linda Ohm Pantel, lifelong friend Elaine Ebert, and ex-wife Virginia Salmina. Howard entered Paradise on September 8th, 2015 at home in Salinas, California after a lengthy illness. In lieu of flowers or cards, please make a donation to your local SPCA. Also, you could name your next pet after him A family celebration of his life will be held on his birthday, November 28th. - See more at: http://www.struveandlaporte.com/obituary/Howard-William-Pantel-Jr./Salinas-CA

She was hilarious!  One night when I was over at her place, she decided she was going to call Hollywood and see if she could talk to Omar Sharif.   :)   (No, she didn't get through).   We had alot of good times together at Schmidty's 23 Club, too.

Darla Williams Altman

JUDITH ANN (DRINKWATER) PAULY

Funeral services will be held Wednesday for Mrs. Judith Ann Drinkwater, 33, of 3737 Business Highway 141 South, who died in an early morning Sunday blaze at her Camelot Manor apartment home.
 
The former Judith Ann Pauly, she was born in Sheboygan on August 31, 1941, a daughter of Mrs. Kenneth (Mary) Pauly Ruppel and the late Marvin Pauly, Sr.  She attended St. Peter Claver Catholic School and graduated from Central High School in 1959 ~ and the Milwaukee School of Cosmetology.  Her marriage to Nathaniel Drinkwater took place in Milwaukee on August 15, 1964.  He died in 1967.
 
She had been employed previously at Lavonne’s Beauty Salon and for several years as a nursing aide at Sunny Ridge Nursing Home in Sheboygan.  Prior to her death, she had been an attendant at Sheboygan County Comprehensive Health Center.  Mrs. Drinkwater was a member of St. Peter Claver Parish,  and its Christian Mothers Society and Guild.
 
Survivors are a son, Michael, 8; her mother, of Sheboygan, and two brothers, Marvin Pauly, Sheboygan, and David, a student at UW-Madison.
 
The funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Peter Claver Church in Sheboygan, the Rev. George Hopf, pastor, celebrant.  Brief rites will precede at the Ramm-Ziegler Funeral Home, Sheboygan, at 9:30 a.m.  Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin.
 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Tuesday until the time of services on Wednesday.  Christian Mothers Society and Guild will hold a Bible Wake at 7:30 p.m.

We were recently notified that James Pfister passed away, but no date was available.  We will post more information as it becomes available. 

JUDY PICKHARDT KELLER  

Judith Pickhardt, age 81, of West Bloomfield, passed away peacefully, Friday October 28, 2022.  She was born July 9, 1941 in Fond du Lac, WI, daughter of the late Herbert M. "Herb" and Helen (Vande Zande) Pickhardt and was a graduate of Central High School, Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Class of 1959.

Judy married Emanuel "Bud" Keller, January 19, 1963 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Sheboygan.  Shey shared 56 years of marriage before Bud passed away in 2019.  Judy and Bud moved to West Bloomfield, where they owned and operated Keller's Bar.  After selling the business, Judy worked for Churrey Company until she retired. 

Judy enjoyed cross stitch and gardening.  During her younger years, she was active in trap shooting and pool leagues.  After they retired Judy and Bud loved to travel together.  

Judy is survived by her son, Scott Keller; daughter, Lori (Jason) Freiboth; two grandchildren: Aubrey Freiboth and Cassi (Tim) Woodley; and Judy's sister, Sharon (Chuck) Huberty.  She is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, in-laws, and other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Emanuel "Bud" Keller and her sister, Jerlyn "Jeri" Edland.

Visitation for Judy was held on Saturday, November 5th, at Christ Lutheran Church (N6412 WI-49, Weyauwega, WI 54983) from 12-2 p.m.  A Funeral Service followed at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Brian Weber officiating.  Burial was in Concordia Cemetery.  

To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.NewcomerGreenBay.com.  In lieu of flowers, memorials directed to Christ Lutheran Church, Weyauwega, in Judy's name are appreciated.

By News Staff on Wednesday, November 2, 2022.    

Beverly J.  Plier (Schultz)    1941 - 2019 

Kewaskum, WI ~~~ Beverly J. Schultz (nee Plier), 78, of Kewaskum, heard the call of her Lord and Savior in the early morning hours of Wednesday, March 6, 2019.  She went to her Heavenly Home with her son, David, by her side.  Although sudden, in her final moments on this earth, she was able to express her words of LOVE to her family.  What a wonderful gift that was! 

Beverly was born on January 29, 1941, in Sheboygan, the daughter of the late Louis P. and Loraine V. (nee Kiel) Plier.  Beverly attended Immanuel Lutheran Grade School and Central High School (class of 1959), in Sheboygan.  She met the love of her life at a young age and knew he was “the one”.  On June 20, 1959, she was united in marriage to Charles H. Schultz at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Sheboygan.  Together the couple built a good life and home building business in Kewaskum and were blessed with two children, Debbie and David.  She was an enthusiastic Packer fan and enjoyed playing cards and casino trips with friends.  Emailing with a vast group of friends was another favorite pastime.   

Those Beverly leaves behind to cherish her memory include her husband, Charles H. Schultz; two children, Debbie (Mike) Nigh and David Schultz, both of Kewaskum; two grandchildren, Brady and Gracie Schultz; a brother, Don (Sue) Plier of Howards Grove; nephews, Steve, Chris, and Tom Plier and Tony and Jim Haag.  Bev and Chuck were blessed with many friends and other relatives.  In addition to her parents, Beverly was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Ann Plier. 

Beverly’s family will greet relatives and friends at St. Lucas Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1417 Parkview Drive, in Kewaskum, where she was a long-time member, on Thursday March 14, 2019, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m.  Rev. Timothy Henning will officiate, and burial will follow at Lutheran Memorial Park in Kewaskum.   Memorials to St. Lucas Evangelical Lutheran Church are appreciated. 

Beverly’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Kewaskum Rescue, the Emergency Staff at West Bend Froedtert Hospital, and to Flight for Life for their tremendous care.  The Myrhum Patten Miller & Kietzer Funeral Homes have been entrusted with Beverly’s arrangements.   

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Lorraine "Tootie" (Ploeckelmann) Boury, 65, of 3510 Dewey Street. Manitowoc, died peacefully, following a, courageous battle with brain cancer on Friday evening Dec. 30, 2005, at home surrounded by her family.

Lorraine was born May 11, 1940 in Sheboygan, daughter of the late Arthur and Mabel (Mayer) Ploeckelmann. She was a graduate of Sheboygan Central High School with the class of 1959.  On July 29, 1961, she was married to Eugene Stock of Newton at St. John's United Church of Christ, Manitowoc.  Together they had four children and celebrated 10 years of marriage.  Eugene preceded her in death at the age of 35 on May 27, 1972.  Lorraine then was married to Larry Boury of Manitowoc on Sept 14, 1973, at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc,

Survivors include her loving husband of 32 years, Larry J. Boury, of Manitowoc; a son, Gary Stock, Manitowoc; three daughters and two sons in law, Shelley and Don Decker, Manitowoc; Wendy and Peter Hansen, Humboldt, TN; Tracy Slavik, Menasha; six grandchildren: Tiffany and Brandon Decker, Kirstie and Hollie Hansen, Taylor and Connor Slavik, one sister and brother- in-law Elaine and Jerry Goetsch, Cecil; two brothers and one sister-in law, Lester Ploeckelmann, Sheboygan, Leroy and Linda Housey, Sheboygan; one brother in law, Dave Boury and his wife Joan, Manitowoc, three sisters in law Maxine Kramer and her husband, Paul, Manitowoc; Joyce Budnar  and her husband Roland, McFarland, Donna Zirk  and her husband Stanley, Manitowoc; two brothers-in-law, Neal Berres, St. Naiianz; and Gerald Stock, Manitowoc.  Lorraine is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by her stepfather, Leroy Housey; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Fred and Vallina Boury, Erwald and Hilda Stock; and three sisters-in-law, Lucille Barres, Lois Koller and her husband, Peter, and Janice (Stock) Doersch.

Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2006, at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand Avenue in Manitowoc.  Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. John Gallagher, with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc.  The family will greet relatives and friends, Monday evening, Jan. 2, 2006, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 until 8 p.m., where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. led by Sr. Jean Herman, and on Tuesday morning at ST Francis of Assisi on Grand Ave., Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. until the time of service.

Lorraine was a happy, vibrant wife, mother and friend who lived life to the fullest.  She enjoyed spending time with family and friends at their cottage in Shawano, traveling with her husband, caring for their dog, taking walks on sunny days and shopping for her favorite collectibles.

The family wishes to send a special thank you to Dr. John Hart of Shawano, Dr. Piepgrass and Dr. Joon Uhm of the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn.  The personal care was also appreciated from the staff at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center Intensive Care Unit, Cancer Care Center and the Emergency room, especially Colleen Marx, Debbie Zupek and Sr. Jean Herman.

THE SHEBOYGAN PRESS / JANUARY 1, 2006

Janice C. Brown

Janice C. Brown, age 76, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, October 29, 2017 after a brief stay at Sharon Richardson Hospice.

Janice was born March 7, 1941 to Clyde and Henrietta Post Sr. She attended Sheboygan schools graduating from Central High School in 1959. On June 3, 1961 she married Roger L. Brown, he preceded her in death on September 6, 2002. Janice was employed at various local businesses which included Mayline, Lakeland Manufacturing, Pick-N-Save and most recently Aurora Healthcare until her retirement. Janice's favorite pastimes included many years of being the #1 softball fan of her husband Roger and son Jim. She was also a very good miniature bowler achieving several 300 games. Janice was a wonderful puzzle solver, jigsaw and crossword puzzles were her favorites as well as computer brain games. She enjoyed reading and listening to classic country music. Janice will always be remembered for her love of shelties, especially her companions Laddie and Bud. Janice was a kind and gentle person who always put others needs before her own. Her strong faith in Jesus and love of family meant everything to her. She was so proud of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren who meant the world to her. God truly gave us the best he had and we will all miss her dearly until we see her again in heaven.

Janice is survived by two children, her daughter Barbara (John) Klopf and son James (Tara) Brown; four grandchildren, Ryan (Jessica) Klopf, Megan (Adam) Deehr, Katie (Chris) Rammer and Rebecca Brown (special friend Ryan Brion); her life's little blessings three great grandchildren, Chloe Klopf, Roman Rammer and Jason Brion "Love you GGma"! Janice is further survived by one sister, Jean (Shorty) Maxwell; brothers, James (Mary) Post and Tom (Annie) Post as well as sisters-in-law, Diane Post and Judy Post and many nieces and nephews.

Janice is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Roger; brothers, Clyde Post Jr. and Robert Post and a great-granddaughter, Claire Deehr.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 2, 2017 at the Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home, 1535 S. 12th St., Sheboygan. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday, November 2, 2017 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow the visitation at 7:00 p.m. with Pastor Adam Barkley of Luther Memorial Church officiating. Entombment will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 3, 2017 at Greenlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in her name.

The family would like to thank the staff at Dr. Mark Bettag's office, Meadowview Manor and Sharon Richardson Hospice for the kindness and compassion given to their loved one.

Published in Sheboygan Press on Oct. 31, 2017

I remember Janice Post Brown. Janice and I were in the same gym class it was always fun to be around her.  She had the sweetest smile and a crazy sense of humor.  Dianne Felde Powell kdpowell88@centurylink.net 11/2/2017

James Thomas "Jim" Protsman, age 78, of Manitowoc, passed away peacefully at home, with his wife and daughters at his side, on Wednesday evening, June 12, 2019.

Jim was born on October 19, 1940 in Sheboygan, WI, son of the late Claude and Helen (Foerster) Protsman. He graduated from UW-Madison with a Bachelor's and a Master's Degree in English. He married Kathleen Schneider on August 1, 1964 at Christ Lutheran Church in Jackson, WI. Jim was a teacher for over 30 years. He began his career in education by teaching college classes in Wausau and West Bend, WI. After moving to Manitowoc in 1974, he taught English at Washington Junior High, Wilson Junior High and Lincoln High School. After retiring, he taught Freshman English at UW-Manitowoc and speed reading courses through the UW Outreach Program in West Bend, Sheboygan and Manitowoc. Jim served on the Manitowoc Public School Board for 12 years and was instrumental in campaigning to get the district's current hot lunch program. He advocated for Advanced Placement opportunities, as well as classes that promoted creativity. Jim was president of the Manitowoc Education Association for three years. He was a member of First Lutheran Church. He researched and recently published the book, "The Breathing Mind Connection." He donated 99 pints of A+ or "A plus blood," as he called it, to the Manitowoc County Blood Bank. He was a member of a 5-handed sheepshead club for 40 years and enjoyed a regular Friday night dinner outing with a group of friends for 30 years. Jim was an avid home brewer, golfer and tennis player. His favorite work was being the theater critic for the Herald Times Reporter for 35 years, making connections with the Masquers, Peter Quinn and the Little Sandwich Theater. Jjm enthusiastically looked forward each summer to spending time with family up north in St. Germain, WI. He loved walking in nature, looking at the lake and driving the back roads through the woods on his Honda motorcycle.

Survivors include his wife, Kathy, Manitowoc; two daughters: Michelle Protsman, Manitowoc and Anne (Brent) Wood, East Lansing, MI; two grandchildren: Madison and Evan Wood; two sisters: Mary (Barry) Blackmore, Roscoe, IL and Patricia Fredricks; two sisters-in-law: Terri (Jeff) Slayton, Orlando, FL and Sue (Lee) Borresen, Spring Grove, IL; Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Monica Protsman, a brother, Larry Protsman, a sister, Jean Radtke, a brother-in-law Steve Schneider; and mother-in-law and father-in-law Dorothy and Rip Schneider

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Lutheran Church Emergency Fund or to the Manitowoc Public School District Academic Boosters (MPSD Foundation Inc. Atten. Shawn Alfred, 2901 Lindbergh Drive, P.O. Box 1657, Manitowoc, WI 54221-1657). Online condolences to the family may be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com.

The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, June 21, 2019 at First Lutheran Church, 521 North 8th Street, Manitowoc, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. The memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Rachel Hacker officiating. A luncheon will follow in the church Fireside room. Cremation has taken place at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel and Jim's cremated remains will be laid to rest at Christ Lutheran Cemetery, Jackson, WI at a later date.

The family wants to thank Dr. Milan Jordan, Dr. Pradeep Giriyappa, Dr. Betsy Wernli, Dr. Larry Verlinden, and Dr. Lynn Baatz as well as the wonderful nurses of Holy Family Medical Cancer Care and Hospice.

The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Published in Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter from June 16 to June 20, 2019 ~ and in the Sheboygan Press.

Bruce G. Quicker, 82, of Lambertville, Michigan, passed away on Friday, May 5, 2023.  He was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to Carl and Petronella (Leonhard) Quicker on May 23, 1940.  Bruce was a member of the Central High School class of 1959 in Sheboygan.

Thoughout his life, Bruce excelled in many working roles; his most prominent was starting Toledo Industrial Maintenance Supply, first on Upton Avenue, then moving Hill Avenue after his business grew.  He owned and managed the business for over 20 years.  He also contributed endless hours to Oasis Mediterranean Cuisine as a consultant.  Bruce was a determined man who worked hard his entire life, not retiring until his health required him to do so at the age of 80.

A good meal, gathering with family, and gardening are all things Bruce was passionate about.  He was the best at sharing stories, which have now become legends.  He was a charismatic, outgoing, wonderful man who will be deeply missed.

Bruce is survived by his beloved wife of over 25 years, Linda Schlachter-Quicker; children: Kimberly (Ken Pezzin) Post, Katrina (Michael Ody) Quicker; step-children: Vickie (Kevin) Kuhr, Rick (Michelle) Schlachter, Marc (Sarah) Schlachter, Christian (Melanie) Schlachter; daughter-in-law: Melanie Quicker; grandchildren: Amanda Mossing (Johnny) Honeycutt, Joshua (Aleese) Post, Jordan (LaNia) Mossing, Lauren (Drew) Post; ; Britton Ody, Maraea Ody, Kensington Ody, Graylon Ody, Kylee Quicker, Anna Quicker; step-grandchildren: : Kyle (Morgan ) Kuhr, Oscar Schlachter, Henry Schlachter, Jack Schlachhter, Clara Schlachter, Emily Schlachter, Amelia Schlachter; many great-grandchilden; brothers: Jim (Sharon) Quicker, Dick (Gae) Quicker; sisters: Mary (Klaus) Michaletz, Rose Krepsky, Jean (Bob) Lokker, June Quicker, and countless extended family members and friends.  

He was preceded in death by his parents; mother of his children, Crystal Britton; son, Kerrigan Quickers; and brother, Carl Quicker.

Following Bruce's wishes, services will be private.  Arrangements were entrusted to the Walker Funeral Home, Toledo.  Memorial donations in Bruce's name may be made to Hidden Lake Gardens / Tipton, MI or Villa Maria Tesesa / Hubboard, Ohio.  Online condolences to the family may be made at walkerfuneralhomes.com.

Joanie lived in my neighborhood on the corner of 17th and Broadway.  Darla Williams Altman

Joanie and I were friends from South Side Junior High through our adult lives.........so many laughs and "experiences" to remember...like the "Y" dances, the North/Central extravaganzas, and "record" sessions..........unfortunately her life was cut short..........a very sweet lady!  Pat Schmidt Jumes

DENNIS REIMER OBITUARY

Here is Dennis Reimer's obituary.  Please accept Echovita's sincere condolences.  We are sad to announce that on July 21, 2021, at the age of 81, Dennis Reimer of Sheboygan, WI, born in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, passed away.  Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Alfred E. Reimer and Mabel E. (Riemer) Reimer and his siblings-in-law, Richard Grosshuesch and Joanne Reimer.  He is survived by: his children, Julie A. Kachur, Jim A. Reimer, and Janet A. Holtz; his grandchildren: Heather Trowbridge (Derek), Holly Parker, Randy Kachur, Ashley Rumbut (Mike), Lisa Cherek (Bill), Alyssa Holtz and Brayden Reimer; his close friend Delilah Remeker; and his siblings: Keith Reimer and Diane Steiner (Terry).  He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

We were recently notified that Carol Reppuhn Rautmann passed away, but no date was available.  We will post more information as it becomes available. 

Ron Resop died Oct. 15, 1960 in a car accident.

Judy Kay Rodemerk Wodach, 83, made her trasition on April 14th, 2024 at Sheboygan Senior Community Center with her family by her side.  The former Judy Rodemerk was born on April 4, 1941, in Sheboygan, to the late Hans and Caroline (Mohr) Rodemerk.  She attended local Sheboygan schools, graduating from Central High School with the class of 1959.  On September 1, 1962, she married Edward W. Wodach in Des Plaines, Illinois.

Judy was employed by several grocery stores in Sheboygan as a cashier, eventually becoming a stay-at-home Mom to raise her children.  Later, she provided care for her niece, nephew, and two grandchildren.  

Judy enjoyed taking bus rides around town, shopping, and swimming in the backyard pool.  She loved watching sports in general, watching her son compete in baseball, football, and swimming, along with her grandchildren's competitive swimming.  You could find her on the pool deck for most of their home swim meets at South High.  Judy enjoyed traveling with her family, especially to Lauderdale by the Sea, FL, where they met many people from cold climates.  For many years, Judy and Ed would spend Labor Day weekend in Door County with their children and grandchildren, celebrating their wedding anniversary.  Judy loved to bowl and was in many bowling leagues in the city.  She was even a Class D State Women's Singles Champ!

She loved to sing and watch the Hallmark Channel. Decorating every holiday was something she enjoyed the most.  Even up to her last days, she had a little Christmas tree in her room which she would change for each upcoming holiday.  She gave the most amazing gifts without having the internet or ever having a driver's license.  It was catalogs and a phone for her.  She gave to various charitable foundations, but especially enjoyed donating to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.  Judy was extremely excited to find out on Easter Sunday that she was going to become a great-grandma in September.

She was a big fan of Elvis and Frank Sinatra and saw them both in concert.  On one of her last days, she belted out Frank Sinatra's "Fly Me to the Moon!"

Survivors include her husband, Ed, daughter, Sherri (Dick) Schieble; son, Ed (Jean) Wodach; granddaughter, Stephanie (Travis) Baughman, and grandson, Derek Schieble. Sisters: Bonnie (Jim) Hoppe, Nancy (Randy) Schmahl, Wendy Gruenke, and brother-in-law William and Edna (Hammer) Wodach.

The family would like to give a special thank you to all the staff at SSC, where Judy had been a resident since fall of 2023, for the wonderful care they gave to her.

Judy's wishes were to be cremated and have a private celebration of life with her family at a later date.  A memorial fund has been set up in her name for St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital and Sheboygan Senior Community.  {Reinbold/Novak Funeral Services ~ obituary was posted online on April 16, 2024}.

Thomas R. Roenitz, 58, former president of the Roenitz Drug Company, died at his home Monday January 17, 2000. Tom was born September 8, 1941 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to James G. and Josephine Knauf Roenitz.  He graduated from Central High School, class of 1959 and continued his education at Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science where he received his PhC and Bachelor of Science degrees.  On November 26, 1966, he married Mary Ann Murin of Lake Forest, Illinois.

In 1963, Tom began his career with the Roenitz Drug Company, following the footsteps of his grandfather, Herman, and father, James Roenitz.  For the past three years, he served as vice president of operations for the Aurora Health Care Pharmacy Division.

He was a member of St. Clement Parish, Pine Hills Country Club, Sheboygan Yacht Club and the Knights of Columbus. During his many years of professional service, Tom served as the national director of the American College of Apothecaries and director of the Wisconsin Society of Pharmacy as well as holding positions with the American Pharmaceutical Association, National Association of Retail Druggists, State of Wisconsin Pharmaceutical Legislative and Advisory Board, Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center Foundation and the Visiting Nurses Association Foundation. He worked as a consultant to Rhone Poulene Rorer Pharmaceutical and provided health care and financial consulting to the state of Wisconsin.

In August 1999, Tom received the distinguished Bowl of Hygeia Award for excellence in the field of pharmacy and community service.  His other community service activities included Distinguished Hero Award recipient and executive board member of the Boy Scouts of America, fund-raising chairman of the Wisconsin Lung Association, endowment and advisory board, member of the Sheboygan Rehabilitation Center, board member of the Sheboygan County YMCA, drive chairman of the Catholic Stewardship Appeal, fund-rising chairman of Camp Evergreen, and vice president of the Sheboygan VNA Foundation.

In addition to his wife, Mary Ann, and mother Josephine, Tom is survived by five children, Thomas (Michelle Hennen) Roenitz, Thaddeus (Julie Guevara) Roenitz, John (Jennifer Sachse) Roenitz, Tanya (Charles) Schmanski and Joshua Roenitz; five grandchildren: Thomas Ill, Michael, Noah, John, Jr., and Zoe; brothers: James (Barbara) Roenitz, and Robert (Joni) Roenitz; sisters: JoEllen (Jacob) Gerend, Katherine (Robert) Chesebro, Christine Roenitz and Ruth Roenitz; and 14 nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his father, James, and infant sister, Margaret Roenitz.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church by Rev. James Vojtek.  Burial will take place in the Calvary Cemetery.  Friends may call at Ballhorn Funeral Chapels on Thursday from 3:30 to 8 p.m.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the memorial funds established in his name for St. Clement Parish, Sheboygan VNA, Boy Scouts of America, Sheboygan Rehabilitation Center, Sheboygan YMCA, Camp Evergreen or the American Cancer Society.

THE SHEBOYGAN PRESS / JANUARY 19, 2000. 

Judith A. Ross (1941-2018)

Judith A. Ross, age 76 of Sheboygan, passed away Tuesday, January 29^th, 2018

at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice after a long illness. Judy was born

August 17, 1941 in Appleton to Edward and Ruth (Weber) Ross. She graduated

from Central High School in 1959 and went on to earn a Master’s Degree as a

social worker from the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. She lived and worked

in Milwaukee for many years until she moved back to Sheboygan.

Judy is survived by her beloved dog, Nicky, two sisters, Nancy Cleveland of

Sheboygan and Joan Hoffmann of Sheboygan Falls; a brother, Michael (Donna)

Ross of Black Mountain, N.C.; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great

nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brother-in-law: Lee Cleveland and

George Hoffmann.

In accordance with Judy’s wishes, there will be no services.

The Olson Funeral Home and Cremation Service has been entrusted with Judy’s

arrangements.

Published in the Sheboygan Press / February 1, 2018.

Roger F. Ruppel, 73, of Sheboygan, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2014 at home.Roger was born November 12, 1940 in Sheboygan to Frederick Jr. and Evelyn (Kiel) Ruppel.He attended Sheboygan grade schools and was a graduate of Sheboygan Central High School, Class of 1959.On September 12, 1970 Roger and Sandra Pierce were united in marriage at Immanuel Lutheran Church.Roger was employed at Garton Toy Factory as a spot welder for 16 years. He then furthered his employment with Kohler Company as a chip hauler until his retirement in 2002.

Roger was involved with Boy Scouts as a Scout Master, achieving the titles "Life Scout" and "Order of Arrow". He was also a member of the Boat Island Club.He enjoyed boating, snowmobiling, and camping up north.

Roger is survived by his wife, Sandra; four boys, David (Shelley) Ruppel, John (Jennifer) Ruppel, Adam (Sara) Ruppel, and Mark Ruppel; four grandchildren, Eric, Alex, Jaxen, and Eliza; two brothers, Dennis and Dale Ruppel; a brother-in-law, And're Anderson; and many other relatives and friends.In addition to his parents, Roger was preceded in death by a sister, Dorine Anderson.  A private family service will be held at a later date.A memorial fund has been established in his name.To sign the guestbook, light a candle, and/or send flowers in memory of Roger, visit www.ballhornchapels.com - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sheboyganpress/obituary.aspx?n=roger-ruppel&pid=169078015#sthash.soZzipcB.dpuf

GERALD SCHAAFS
 
Gerald G. Schaafs, 63, of 1504 Humboldt Avenue, Sheboygan, died Friday morning, March 26, 2004, following a lengthy illness.
 

Jerry was born September 4, 1940, in Sheboygan to Felix and Elfrieda (Gorsege) Schaafs.  After attending St. Peter Claver and Farnsworth schools he graduated from Central High School, Class of 1959.  He furthered his education at Lakeshore Technical College where he received an associate degree. On July 14, 1972, he married Sharlee Vocelka of Sheboygan at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church.
 
Jerry was formerly employed at Thielmann Sausage Company, Schultz Sav-0 warehouse, Lakeland College, where he was a custodian at the Todd Wehr Center and later at Sheboygan City Hall until illness forced his retirement in 2000.  Mr. Schaafs was a member of Immaculate Conception Parish.
 
Jerry enjoyed bowling and shared many successful tournament victories with his
bowling buddies.  He also enjoyed following the Packers and watching basketball games.
 
In addition to his wife, Sharlee, Jerry is survived by two daughters, Jodi Ann (Steve)
Heim of Sheboygan and Rachel Marie Schaafs of Rolling Meadows, Illinois;
two sisters: Marlene (Ted) Zimmermann and Mildred (Arno) Albrecht, all of
Sheboygan; and other family members and friends.  He was preceded in death
by his parents.
 
A memorial service will be held Monday March 29th, at 6 p.m. at Ballhorn Funeral
Chapels.  Entombment will take place in Holy Cross Mausoleum.  A time of
visitation and support will be held at Ballhorn Chapels on Monday from 4 p.m.
until the time of service.  A memorial fund has been established in his name.
Email condolences to ballhorn@bytehead.com
 
THE SHEBOYGAN PRESS / MARCH 27, 2004 

Schill, Victor R. (1941-2013)Victor R. Schill, age 72, of Glenbeulah, WI, passed away as a result of an automobile accident on Friday Evening (Nov. 15, 2013). Victor was born on June 30, 1941 in Sheboygan, WI, a son of the late Gilbert and Marcella (Steffen) Schill. He graduated from Central High School in Sheboygan in 1959. Victor served in the United States Army from 1960-1962 serving in the Berlin Crisis. On July 8, 1967 he married Kay Schomaker at Holy Name Catholic Church in Sheboygan.The couple resided in Sheboygan after their marriage and have lived in Glenbeulah since 2005.

Victor worked at the Kohler Company retiring after 38 years. He also worked at John Plestz Landscaping and the Town of Wilson for 20 years and the Sheboygan County Fair for 10 years. In the later years of his retirement, he worked at the Plymouth Review. He was a member of the Hassle-Doebert-Schmidt Greenbush American Legion Post # 261 and also belonged to the VFW Post # 9156 in Sheboygan. Victor enjoyed car shows and his Show Truck, bowling, fishing, and played Mr. Santa Claus for many years to the enjoyment of many families.

Survivors include his wife of 46 years: Kay of Glenbeulah; Two sons: Raymond (Joyce) Schill of Sheboygan and Russell Schill of Glenbeulah; Two grandchildren: David Aman of Wisconsin Rapids and Ericka Schill of Glenbeulah; Two step grandchildren: Alyssa and Sarah Woelfel; Two step great grandchildren: Azrielle and Sekora Berge; Two sisters: Pauline (Owen) DeLong of Cleveland, WI and Marie (Steven) Meser of Sheboygan; One brother-in-law: Willie (Jane) Schomaker of Madison.He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother: LeRoy Schill.  

Memorial services will be held on Thursday after­ noon (Nov. 21, 2013) at 4:00 P.M. at The Chapel of Eternal Light at Greenlawn Memorial Park in the Town of Sheboygan. Father Dan Lasecki will officiate.  Visitation will be held at the CHAPEL from 2:00 P.M. until the time of services.  In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established in Victor's name.  The Hassle-Doebert-Schmidt American Legion Post #261 and the VFW Post #9156 will conduct military rites at the chapel following the services.  

The Suchon Funeral Home and Cremation Services is serving the family. For online condolences, please visit www.suchonfh.com.

Penelope “Penny” J.  Schleg Wawrzyniak, age 77, of Sturgeon Bay, passed away with family at her side on Friday, October 19, 2018 at Sturgeon Bay Health Services. 

 Penny was born in Chicago, IL on September 15, 1941 to the late Theodore and Eleanor Schleg. She graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959.  While attending high school, Penny worked at a nursing home where she found her professional calling. Upon high school graduation, she attended and received her degree from Walther Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in Chicago. Penny was a devoted and passionate registered nurse who worked in the rehabilitation unit caring for those who were involved in accidents and traumatic events at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield, WI.  

She was united in marriage with Eugene S. Wawrzyniak on June 13, 1964 at Saint Hedwig Catholic Church in Chicago. 

Penny truly enjoyed gardening and spending time with her friends.  She was a proud member of Messiah Lutheran Church in Madison. Although Penny was raised in Sheboygan, she and Gene lived in Marshfield for 27 years while they raised their family before moving to Sturgeon Bay to retire and be closer to her beloved classmates. Above all else, Penny loved her family and spending all the time she could with them. 

She will be missed by her loving husband of 54 years, Gene; daughter and son, Jennifer (Doug) Dettlaff of McFarland and Michael (Pam) Wawrzyniak, of Lexington, VA; grandchildren, Sophie and Sawyer Dettlaff and Adela and Josh Wawryzniak; brother, Jim Schleg; sister-in-law, Fran Schleg; and many nieces and nephews; and close friends. 

Penny was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Tom Schleg; and sister-in-law, Bev Schleg. 

In honor of Penny’s wishes, her brain was donated to the University of Wisconsin – Madison Brain Donor Program to aid in scientific research on Alzheimer’s Disease and Mild Cognitive Impairment.  

Penny's life will be honored with a memorial service held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at Messiah Lutheran Church in Madison. 

Memorials may be given in her memory for Sturgeon Bay Health Services (200 N. 7th Ave., Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235) or the Alzheimer’s Association (National Headquarters, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, Illinois, 60601). 

Huehns Funeral Home, Inc. & Door County Crematory LLC in Sturgeon Bay are assisting the family. Expressions of sympathy, memories and photos of Penny may be shared with her family through her tribute page at www.huehnsfuneralhome.com.

Sheboygan ~ Wilbur Schmidt was born on August 9, 1941, and passed away on August 11, 2020 at the age of 79.  He attended local schools and graduated from Central High School with the Class of 1959.  After high school, Will proudly served in the United States Coast Guard from 1963 until 1967 and did two years of rescue after that.  On October 15, 1977, he was united in marriage with Linda Fillion in Sheboygan.  During his working years, Will was employed at Honold & LaPage for 30 years until his retirement.  He enjoyed model railroading, gardening, fishing, cooking, woodworking, watching the Green Bay Packers, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Will is survived by his wife Linda; children: Julie Fredricks and Eric (Tish) Schmidt; grandchildren: Kenny, Cole, Jake, Ashley, McKenna, and Carter; great-grandchildren: Hunter, Madilynn and baby Carson on the way; twin sister: Barbara (Allan) Groen of Edmonton, Alberta Canada.  He is further survived by nieces, a nephew and other relatives and friends.  Will is preceded in death by his parents, Wilbur E. and Evelyn Schmidt.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home, 1535 South 12th Street, Sheboygan, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.  Burial will follow at Wildwood Cemetery.

The family would like to thank all the employees at Sheboygan Progressive Health Services, Sarah Wassink from Optum, Dr. Curtis Hancock, and Compassus Hospice.  Thank you all very much.

{Published by Sheboygan Press from August 12th to August 14th, 2020}

JUDITH SCHMITT GREEN
 
Mrs. Frank L. Green, 33, of Green Bay, Wisconsin, formerly of Sheboygan, died Friday morning December 14, 1973, at a Green Bay hospital following a prolonged illness.
The former Judith Schmitt was born in Sheboygan Falls, WI on September 19, 1940, a daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Leo Schmitt.  She was a 1959 graduate of Central High School in Sheboygan.  On May 10, 1960, she married Frank L. Green, also of Sheboygan.  They made their home in Sheboygan until moving to Green Bay eight years ago.
 
Surviving are her husband, Frank; one son, John, and two daughters, Donna and Barbara, all at home; eight sisters: Mrs. Ray (Sue) Kramer, Sheboygan Falls, Miss Audrey Schmitt,
Mrs. James Sager, Mrs. Gene Wolske, Miss Nancy Schmitt and Miss Ellen Schmitt, all of Sheboygan, Mrs. Forrest Bridges of Georgetown, Massachusetts, Mrs. Jack Blanke of Plymouth, Wisconsin, a brother, John Schmitt, of Sheboygan, her parents of Sheboygan, and her grandmother, Mrs. Alice Bonnett of Plymouth, Wisconsin.
 
Funeral services will be held Monday at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 1484 Ninth Street, Green Bay, with a 10 a.m. funeral Mass, following family rites at the Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano, Green Bay, at 9:15 a.m.  Friends may call at the funeral home, after 3 p.m., Sunday.

Sheboygan - Gerald "Jerry" Schneider, age 78 of Sheboygan passed away Monday, March 16, 2020 following a hard-fought recovery from open-heart surgery. Jerry was born June 7, 1941 in Cleveland, Wisconsin to the late George and Rose (Welsch) Schneider. He was united in marriage to Jean (Dailey) on November 7, 1970 at St. Mary's Church in Omro, Wisconsin. Jerry attended St. Wendel grade school and graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959. Jerry took pride in providing more than 40 years of top-notch service to the customers of Sheboygan Chevrolet-Cadillac and Rodewald Buick where he was a service manager.

More than anything, Jerry loved to spend time with his family. He treasured his annual family vacations to Wisconsin Dells and his and Jean's annual trips to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. He especially loved the time his granddaughters were able to join him in Puerto Vallarta. His time spent pheasant hunting, walking in the wilderness and playing with his beloved dogs were some of his favorites. Jerry was an avid sports fan of the Packers, Badgers and Brewers. He was a dedicated fan of the Sheboygan North High basketball team having spent the last four decades in the bleachers. Jerry loved to be surrounded by youth. He coached baseball, softball and basketball and was very involved with Cadet Baseball. When Jerry wasn't watching sports or spending time with his family and friends, you'd find him grilling, washing his car, taking care of his lawn or pruning his beautiful petunias. When all the work was done, he'd bask in the sun outside his garage on North Avenue and was happy to give a wave to those who passed by.

Survivors include his loving wife Jean, son John (Patricia) Schneider of Sheboygan Falls, step-grandchildren Kristin Liebelt and Josh Boeldt; daughter Jill (Chris) Fochs of De Pere, grandchildren Allison and Paige Fochs.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, brother Arthur, triplet sisters Dorothy Schneider, Marge Greene and Marcella Boman. The family finds comfort in knowing that "Pa" is reunited in Heaven with his grandson Major Schneider.

Private family graveside service will be held by Fr. Matthew Widder at Calvary Cemetery with a Celebration of Life planned for a later date. The family extends their deepest gratitude to all who prayed for Jerry and a special thank you to the ICU staff at Aurora BayCare Hospital in Green Bay for the tremendous care they provided.

Memorial contributions are appreciated in Jerry's memory to the Ronald McDonald House of Eastern Wisconsin.

Online condolences may be expressed at reinboldfh.com

Published in Sheboygan Press on Mar. 22, 2020

Art had a wonderful life of service to the community.  I knew his family well.  His parents and younger brother died of heart problems.  Arthur had heart problems and a premonition his days were dwindling down to a precious few, but he never let that get him down.  James Protsman

Our sympathy, condolences and prayers to his family and freinds.  Jack & Geri Zore

Yup, Arthur lived in my neighborhood, too...about 3 blocks away. Darla Williams Altman

Arthur F. Schnell, age 69, of Sheboygan, died unexpectedly Thursday, January 28, 2010 while on vacation.  Art was born April 19, 1940 in Sheboygan to Max and Aleta {Schorer} Schnell.   He was a graduate of Central High School, Class of 1959. He received both his Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Science from the University of Wisconsin­ Stout.

On June 8, 1968 Art and Evelyn Janiszewski were united in marriage.  For 29 years Art taught Graphic Arts at South High School and then served as Sheboygan Area School District's Local Vocational Coordinator for 6 years.

He served on the Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Industrial Arts Education Association and was also editor of that organization's magazine. He also served on the Board of Directors for the Wisconsin Apart ­ ment Association. He was a life member of Lion's International and served as Lions District 27b1 mem­ bership chairman and sight conservation director. He received the Melvin Jones Award from Lions International.  Locally he served as President of the South High Faculty, the Sheboygan Evening Lions Club and Above and Beyond Children's Museum. He served on the Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce Workforce Development Committee, Business At­ traction Committee and Chamber Ambassadors. Art also served on the Board of directors of Junior Achievement of Northeastern Wisconsin and was a charter member of the Town of Sheboygan Lions Club.  Art was passionate about traveling with his wife. Together they enjoyed dancing and were members of the West Bend Dance Club. Art was a loved and valued member of Groove Salon's team.  As a percussionist Art played with many local dance bands, professional concert bands, the VFW Jr. Drum and Bugle Corp, the Sheboygan Symphony Orchestra and the Don Kramer Band.

In addition to his wife, Evelyn, he is survived by his son, Michael Arthur Schnell of Chicago, IL; his daughter, Lisa {Sean) Girdaukas of Sheboygan; his mother-in­ law, Valeria Janiszewski of Milwaukee, WI; his sister-in-law, Julianne {John) Chitko of Milwaukee, WI; his nephews, Jeff, Jim (Tonya), Joe, and Johnny Chitko; cousins, Roger (Kathy) Schnell; Jim (Kriss) Schorer, Fay (Tim) Grove; traveling companions, Denzil and Anita D'Cruze of Belgium, WI; and many special friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Max and Aleta (Scherer) Schnell and his brother, Robert Schnell of Green Bay.

Funeral services will be held at 5:00 P.M. Saturday at Zimmer's Westview Funeral and Cremation Care Center, Hwy 42 and CO Rd. JJ, Howards Grove, WI.  Reverend Peter Drenzek of Wauwatosa will be the officiant.  A time of visitation and support will be held from 2:00 P.M. until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made for a scholarship to be established in the name of Arthur F. Schnell.

Email condolences to: support@ballhomchapels.com.

The Sheboygan Press February5,2010

SHEBOYGAN ~~~ Theodore W. "Teddy" Schoen, Jr., 80, of Sheboygan, passed away Sunday morning, September 26, 2021 at Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center surrounded by his family.

Born July 3, 1941 in Sheboygan, Teddy was the son of the late Theodore and Helen Ertel Schoen.  He attended Sheboygan area schools and graduated from Central High School in 1959.  On May 24, 1974, he was united in marriage to Colleen E. Fessler at Immanual Lutheran Church.

Teddy was a machinist at the Kohler Co. for 43 years before his retirement in 2007, where he was a member of the UAW Local 833.  He was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Sheboygan Falls.   He was also a member of Koenig's Conservation Club.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing and trap shooting and was an avid outdoorsman.  A lifelong hunter, his passion for hunting began with his dad around the age of 5.  He especially enjoyed hunting at the cabin in Florence, WI with his brothers, James and John, and other friends and family since 1957.  Ted also shared his hobby with his wife Colleen on countless goose, turkey and fishing trips.  He was an amateur taxidermist for family and friends.  But his favorite times were spent with his grandchildren.  He rarely missed a practice, game or event.  Grandpa was their best friend and partner in crime.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Colleen, Sheboygan; his children, Tammi (Andrew) Perman, Sheboygan, and Mike (Nathan Waller) Schoen, Chicago, his grandson Carter Perman, and a granddaughter, Ellianna Perman; his brothers, James (Barbara) and John Shoen, Sheboygan; his sister, Maria Kanzelberger, Sheboygan Falls; sisters-in-law, Carol Kuether, Santa Barbara, CA, Patti Drews and Janice Crane, both of Sheboygan, and Dianne Fessler, Ft. Myers, FL; his brother-in-law, Dr. Richard (Carol) Fessler, Lake Forest IL, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his mother and father-in-law, Eldred and Grace Fessler, his sister, Jeanne Schoen, and brothers-in-law, Robert Kanzelberger, Kenneth Kuether, Lanny Drews, Douglas Crane, Eldred Anthony "Tony" Fessler and Michael Fessler.

A Celebration of Life will take place at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 1, 2021 at the Olson Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 1132 Superior Avenue, Sheboygan.  Family and friends are welcome at the funeral home on Friday from 3:00 p.m. until the time of service.  Inurnment will take place in Calvary Cemetery.  To honor Teddy, the family requests informal attire (come as you are).

A memorial fund has been established in his name.  The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of the ICU at Aurora Memorial Medical Center for all of their loving care and support.

The Olson Funeral Home and Cremation Service has been entrusted with Teddy's arrangements. 

Mr. LeRoy (Lee) Christ Schimpf, 69, of Gladwin, MI passed away April 20, 2011.  Lee was born April 23, 1941 in Sheboygan, WI.  He worked for General Motors for 20 years before his retirement in March of 1998. He has been a permanent resident of Gladwin, MI for 13 years.  Lee is survived by his wife of 28 years, Mary Jo; sister Mary Ann Horton of Sheboygan, WI; many nieces and nephews; several grand nieces and nephews.  Lee was loved by so many for his sense of humor and deep caring for people. He touched the lives of everyone who was fortunate enough to know him!

The Funeral Mass will be at Sacred Heart Parish in Gladwin, MI on April 29, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. The burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery with a luncheon to follow. If you would like to visit Mary Jo prior to the funeral she will be at the church at 10:00 AM.  In lieu of flowers, please donate to The Sacred Heart Mission at 300 North Silverleaf Street Gladwin, MI 48624 or The Sugar Springs Memorial Fund at 5477 Worthington Court Gladwin, MI 48624.

 THE SHEBOYGAN PRESS / APRIL 23, 2011

Welsch, Phyllis A.

Phyllis Ann Welsch age 74, was called home to the Lord Monday, November 23, 2015. Phyllis was born March 8, 1941 in Sheboygan to parents Arno and Freida (Steinhaus) Schultz. She graduated from Central High School in 1959. On June 4, 1960 she married Richard "Dick" F. Welsch in Sheboygan at St. Paul's UCC. Dick and Phyllis were married for over 44 years before he preceded her in death on October 2, 2004.For years Phyllis was a homemaker, wife and mother to their three children. While raising her family she enjoyed gardening, knitting, sewing, cooking and crafts. She also enjoyed bowling over the years in which she took first place in the singles divisional tournaments two years in a row. Recently, her interest turned to traveling all over this beautiful country of ours, 35 states including Hawaii and Alaska. In 1980 she joined Ametek (ie: Pentair) where she developed the credit department and became the Credit Manager and supervisor of the accounts receivable department for over 28 years. Phyllis served as bookkeeper for her son's business the "Dumper Dan's Charter Fishing Service" over a period of years. She had a great love for family boating and fishing adventures on Lake Michigan as well as the inland lakes. The Canadian fly-in excursions were a highlight in her love for fishing and the outdoors.Phyllis was a long-time member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. The most important gifts in her life were her family and home. Phyllis is survived by three children; Daniel (Jennifer) Welsch, Debra (Keith) Mathes and Sandra (Aron) Warner; six grandchildren, Zachary and Tyler Welsch, Bryce and Alyssa Mathes, and Joshua and Jacob Warner. Phyllis is also survived by a special cousin, Allen Van De Loo, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arno Schultz and Freida (Walter) Siech and an infant brother.Funeral Services will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran, 1614 S. 23rd Street, on Saturday, November 28 at 3:00 PM with Rev. Christian Gugel presiding. A time of gathering and support will be held from 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM. Committal service will be held at Wildwood Cemetery on Monday, November 30 at 2:00 PM. A memorial fund in her name has been established. Please visit, www.ballhornchapels.com to sign the guestbook. - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sheboyganpress/obituary.aspx?n=phyllis-a-welsch&pid=176636981&fhid=31203#sthash.XmzBXueW.dpuf

Mrs. Diane Meier

Mrs. Diane Meier, 30, of Milwaukee and formerly of Sheboygan, was pronounced dead on arrival Sunday morning at Milwaukee County General Hospital.  

Funeral services will be Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. at Ballhorn Funeral Chapels.

Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Friends may call at the Chapels this evening and until the time of services on Wednesday.

(No date available on this news write-up).

Robert W. Seibel ~~~ 70, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away Wednesday August 29, 2012 at his residence.  Robert was born November 21, 1941 in Luxemburg, Wisconsin to the late John and Dorothy (Everard) Seibel.  He attended local schools…and graduated from Central High School with the Class of 1959.

On April 30, 1983 he married Beatrice Heitzmann.  Robert was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Sheboygan.  He enjoyed camping, fishing, and hunting.  Together with Bea, the couple wintered in Alabama.  He will miss his dog, Buddy. 

Robert was employed as a machinist by Tecumseh in Sheboygan Falls, and retired from Vollrath Company in 2004.  Following retirement he worked part-time at Z&N Machine in Sheboygan Falls.

In addition to his wife Beatrice, he is survived by his children: Annette Jackson (Matt), Donald, Debra, and Roxanne Bernhardt (Mike).  His brothers and sister; Rita Tuerk (friend Raymond), Vic (Pat), Joe, Bernard, and John, Jr.  He has seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his sisters, Marie and Kathy.

A memorial visitation for Robert will take place Friday August 31, 2012 at Zimmer’s Westview Funeral and Cremation Care Center from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.  Burial will take place at Greenlawn Memorial Park.  A memorial fund has been established in his name.

The family would like to thank St. Nicholas Home Health and Hospice and Dr. Bettag and his staff for the care they provided to Robert.

Published in Sheboygan Press on August 31, 2012

Newspaper: FOUR AREA RESIDENTS 

         DIE IN HOLIDAY TRAFFIC

Weekend Toll in Wisconsin climbs to 16.

A bloody Labor Day celebration left four Sheboygan area persons
dead as Wisconsin registered 16 highway fatalities, eighth highest
toll in the nation for the 3-day holiday period, and equal to last 
year's long weekend of carnage.

James Seybold lost his life as a result of traffic accident.

Alexia Skeris Altmann,
age 72, passed away on
Friday September 20, 2013
at St. Nicholas Hospital.

She was born February 3, 1941 in Sheboygan to parents Alex F. and Eugenia T. (Cizauskas) Skeris.  Alexia graduated from Central High School in 1959.  She attended St. Mary's School of Nursing, University of Wisconsin ~ Sheboygan and Milwaukee.  She married Neal L. Altmann on February 3, 1968 at Immaculate Conception Church, Sheboygan.

Alexia was active in the Cub Scouts, attaining the Wood Badge Leadership Training.  She was also active in the Pigeon River PTA, enjoyed bowling, card clubs and family.  Alexia worked at North Bowl for over 20 years.

Alexia is survived by two sons: Kyle N. (Katie) Altmann and Colin A. Altmann.  Four grandchildren: Andrew, Anna, Benjamin and Daniel Altmann.  Two brothers: Rev. Robert A. Skeris, and Peter J. Skeris.  One sister: Catherine C. Skeris.  Also loved by other relatives and friends.

Preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers: Eugene F., Philip J. Skeris, and sister: Barbara A. Elmer.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 26th at Zimmer Westview Funeral and Cremation Care Center (Hwy 42 & JJ), from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., followed by a Rosary Service.  Continued visitation on Friday, September 27th from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Parish (807 Superior Avenue. Sheboygan).  Requiem Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Robert A. Skeris presiding.  Burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery.

Please visit www.zimmerfuneralhome.com to sign the guestbook.

     Nils J. Slepekis, age 53, of 6017 N. Breezy Drive, Milton, died on Monday, December 26, 1994, at University Hospital, Madison.  He was born May 25, 1941, in Sheboygan, the son of Anton and Marcella (Kuemmet) Slepekis. He graduated from Central High School in Sheboygan; received a BS degree in medical technology from St. Norbert's College; master's degree in medical genetics from UW-Madison; and was a registered blood bank technologist from Milwaukee Blood Center.  He was a member of the National Register of Clinical Chemistry.  He was a member of the Milton Histotical Society, Rock County Beekeepers Association.  He was married to Gail Stelzer on January 6, 1968.  They have lived in Milton since 1976.  He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Milton. He was a medical technologist at Mercy Hospital.  Surviving are his wife, Gail; two daughters, Julie of Decatur, Illinois, Jennifer of Minneapolis, Minnesota; a sister, Mary Ann Schuman of Milwaukee; and two half brothers, Patrick Slepekis of Sturgeon Bay, and Ryan Slepekis of Hartland, Wisconsin.  Funeral services will be on Friday, December 30, 1994 at 10:30 a.m. at ST. MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH, Milton.  Burial will be in the church cementary.  Friends may call from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Thrusday evening, December 29, at the ALBRECHT FUNERAL HOME, Hwy. 26, Milton; also friends may call from 10:00 a.m. on Friday until time of service at the church.  A rosary will be at 8:00 p. m. on Thursday evening.  In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in his name.

JANIS SHARMANE (STABBE)
     NAVIN-MAHNKE

Janis peacefully passed away May 2, 2014,at Banner-Del Web Memorial Hospital in Sun City, Arizona, surrounded by family and friends.  She was born on March 15, 1941, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. She was a daughter to the late John and Mathilda Stabbe and sister to the late Tommy Stabbe.  

Janis attended Sheboygan area schools and was a graduate of Sheboygan Central High School (Class of 1959), then went on to graduate from Milwaukee School of Nursing, where she devoted herself to helping others as a registered nurse.  

Janis enjoyed traveling, cooking, reading, the simplicities of nature and spending time with family and friends.  Many people will remember that Janis always made these activities full of fun.

She is survived by her sons: Todd (Maria), Scott, Michael, Troy Navin; five grandchildren: Lance, Nicholas, Cole, Luke, and Kendra Navin; and her husband, Walter Mahnke.  In addition, she is also survived by her brother, Marvin Stabbe.

The funeral will take place at Schramka Funeral Home, W164 N9034 Water Street, Menomonee Falls on Friday, May 9th with visitation between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., and a service to follow.  A family service for the Burial will be held on Saturday, May 10th, where she will be laid to rest next to her late husband, Thomas Leo Navin.

{Published in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 7, 2014}.

                   CARL STECHER

STECHER, Carl Age 78, passed away peacefully on November 24th, 2019 in the care of family in his home in Georgetown, MA. Born on November 30th, 1940, Carl was raised in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. There he met and married his high school sweetheart, Bonnie (Ehren) Stecher. Over the next 56 years, Carl's loving marriage with Bonnie, and the life and family they built together, were his primary sources of joy.  

Carl earned degrees from Carroll College (BA), University of Wisconsin (MA), and University of Connecticut (Ph.D). He was a Professor of English at Salem State University for thirty-three years, and then continued to teach Explorers courses for years. Passionate about classical music, Carl was a season ticket holder to the Boston Philharmonic, the Boston Ballet Company, and the Handel and Hadyn Society, all of which he enjoyed with Bonnie.

He also participated in many choral groups. A champion debater, an author, a lifelong learner and biblical scholar, he was also an enthusiastic hockey player, a frustrated tennis player, a grower of vegetables, and a hunter of groundhogs. Carl was a fan of the Boston Red Sox, Daffy Duck, Monty Python, and Paradise Lost, but was happiest supporting his family in their various pursuits, sharing his passions, and simply spending time together. A proponent of family birthday parades and host to many, many Sunday Night Dinners, he considered himself an extremely lucky man. In a world filled with injustice, he lived his life appreciating the love and beauty that he saw every day.

Carl leaves behind his wife, Bonnie, his sister, Bonnie Schlichting, his brother, Peter Stecher, his children, Sharon Broll and her husband David Broll, Scott Stecher and his wife, Catherine Giles Stecher, and his beloved grandchildren, Tess Broll, Sosha Stecher, and Wilson Stecher. As a humanist and a skeptic, he often pondered the Big Questions, first and foremost what happens after we die. We love you Carl (Pop, Dad, Dzia-Dzia), and now that you have your answer, we hope that you are pleasantly surprised. Visiting Hours: The family is planning a private celebration of Carl's life. 

Published in The Boson Globe on November 27, 2019.  

The family would to thank Dr. Ahuja and the nurses and staff of Comfort Care & Hospice Services, especially Shirley for their kindness and compassion during Jule's illness.

 THE SHEBOYGAN PRESS / JULY 1, 2007

Sharon L. Korlesky, 79, of Sheboygan, passed away Friday, April 7, 2020 at Meadow View Health Services.  Sharon was born to the late Delores and Herbert Stuefen in Sheboygan on September 4th, 1940 and graduated from Central High School in 1959.  On July 1, 1961, Sharon was united in marriage to Theodore Korlesky at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church.

She was an avid reader, crossword puzzle fanatic and loved gambling at the Island Casino in Harris, Michigan.  She also had a love for cardinals.  One of her favorite things to do was take pontoon boat rides in the evening around Cedar Lake.

Sharon is survived in death by her daughter, Michelle Korlesky, parents, and one brother.

There will be a private service held at Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home and entombment will take place at the Gardens of Peace Mausoleum at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Memorials can be directed to the Alzheimer's Association in Sharon's name.  Condolences may be expressed online and "Hugs from Home" may be submitted until Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. to show your love and support to the family.  Please visit www.reinboldfh.com.

Ted would like to thank the helpful staff at Meadow View Health Services.

Classmate Loren Sundell made his transition on September 7, 1960.

GARY LEON SWITA, 63, of Sheboygan Falls, WI, went home to his Lord, at his home with his family at his side on Friday May 7, 2004, following a brief illness.

Gary was born on August 20, 1940, in Sheboygan, WI, the son of the late Joseph and Sophia (Zore) Swita.  Gary graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959.  following high school he served in the U.S. National Guard for six years.

On May 21, 1966, Gary married the former Carol Masterson in Sheboygan Falls.  Gary worked at Plenco in Sheboygan for 41 years, before his retirement in 2001.

He was a member of Blessed Trinity Parish in Sheboygan Falls.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, going for walks, gardening, playing the stock market, but most of all he enjoyed his children and grandchildren.

{Survivors omitted for privacy}

Gary was preceded in death by his parent and one brother, Gene Swita.

Services will be held on Tuesday May 11th at 7:00 p.m. at the Wenig Funeral Home in Sheboygan Falls with the Rev. Eugene Neuman officiating.  Friends may call at the Wenig Funeral home on Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. until the time of service at 7:00 p.m.

A memorial fund is being established in his name.

"Well, that's it...Life.  My life.  It was a good life."

Terry Herman Terhardt

April 17, 1941 – August 23, 2024

IN THE CARE OF Groover Funeral Home at Mansion Memorial Park

Terry Herman Terhardt, age 83, of Parrish, Florida passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024.

A committal service for Terry will be held Saturday, August 31, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Groover Funeral Home at Mansion Memorial Park, 1400 36th Ave East, Ellenton, FL 

PHILLIP THIEL, age 83, of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.  Phil was born on January 16, 1940, in Sheboygan to the late Frederick and Marie Thiel.

He graduated from Central High School in 1959 and worked for the family businesses, Riverdale Country Club and North Bowl Lanes.  Phil then worked for the Vollrath Company and after 27 years retired.  Phil married Judy (Hoffmann) Thiel on May 23rd, 1964, at Ss. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church and they had four children: Torre, Trish, Rob, and Chris.  Phil was an active member of Immaculate Conception Church.

In his early retirement, Phil enjoyed traveling in his motorhome and spending time in Florida with his wife Judy, and the many friends they made in retirement.

Surivors include his wife, Judy; two daughters, Torre (Tom) Heiland and Trish (Tim) Johnson; sons, Rob Thiel and Chris Thiel; and his grandchildren, Lucas Heiland, Colin Heiland, and Jaden Thiel.  He is further survived by many other relatives and friends.  His parents and two brothers preceded him in death.

The family would like to thank all the people working at the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.  Thank you for the comfort you gave Phil, as well as the wonderful insights, knowledge, and emotional support you showed to our entire family.  Watching someone you love make the transition out of this life is a really difficult thing, and your wisdom and comfort helped us navigate this challenging time.  Thank you so much for all you are doing.

A memorial service for Phil will take place at a later date.

The Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home and Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.reinboldfh.com

In addition to her husband Robert, Pat is survived by her mother Emma Thompson, of She­boygan; her son, Russell (Sherrie) Yurk and her grandchildren Aaron, Joel, Marisa, Allison, Megan, and Taylor, all of Anthem, Ariz.; her sister Michele Kaiser of Janesville, Wis.; her brother Michael (Rosario) Thompson of San Antonio, Texas, and other relatives and friends.

Pat was preceded in death by her father, Charles Thompson and her brother-in-law, John Kaiser.

Funeral services for Pat will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 31, 2005 at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 2104 Geele Ave. The Rev. Rodney D. Nordby, pastor, will officiate.  A time of visitation and support  will be held at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service.

A memorial fund has been established in the name of Patricia A. Yurk.  Pat will be in the hearts of all who knew her forever. She will be dearly missed.  Email condolences to ballhorn@bytehead.com

The Sheboygan Press January 28, 2005

Our condolences to the Tighe family and friends.

Richard (Dickie) Tighe was a classmate who did not graduate to join the Navy.  

Richard A. Tighe, 71, of Sheboygan Falls, WI, passed away Monday, November 29, 2010 at home.  Richard was born June 1, 1939 to the late Walter and Florence (Nelesen) Tighe in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.  On May 12, 1962 he married the former Sandra Mullane at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church in Sheboygan, WI.  Sandra preceded him on June 7, 2008.  

He served his country in the United States Navy.  Richard enjoyed blowling and golf.

Survivors include his two sons, Richard (Teresa) Tighe and Steven (Joanie) Tighe; one daughter, Christine (Daniel) Goebel; six grandchildren, Sarah and Emily Tighe, Julia and Blake Tighe and Jessica and Maxell Goebel.

He was preced by his parents, wife and one sister, Linda.

A Memorial Service will be held for Richard on Saturday, December 4, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Zimmer's Westview Funeral and Cremtion Care Center, Why 42 and JJ, Howards Grove, Wisconsin.  Friends may bcall at the funeral home on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until the time of the memorial service.  Interment will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin.

Please visit www.zimmerfuneralhome.com to send email condolences.

THE SHEBOYGAN PRESS / DECEMBER 1, 2010.

John E. (Jack) Tracy, 37, of 2764 Calumet Drive in Sheboygan, died Sunday at University Hospital, Madison, following a year-long illness.

He was born in Sheboygan on June 16, 1941, a son of George B. and Ruth Kalmerton Tracey.  He graduated from Central High School with the class of 1959.  On December 30, 1961 he married Darlene C. Perronne at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Mr. Tracey worked at the Polar Ware Co. for the past 10 years.  

He was a member of Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church and was active in local baseball.

Surviving are his wife; one son, Dean, and five daughters: Sally Ann, Dawn, Debra, Denise and Deanna, all at home; his parents and one brother, James, of Sheboygan.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at Calvery Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Rev. Verlyn Doberstein, pastor, officiating.  Burial will be in Sunrise Memorial Garden Cemetery.

Friends may call at Kroos-Mason Funeral Home after 4:00 p.m. Tuesday and at the church from noon Wednesday until the time of services.

A memorial fund has been established in Mr. Tracey's name.

Judy Bennin, West Baraboo

Judy Bennin, age 74 of West Baraboo, passed away on February 12, 2016 at St. Clare Meadows. She was born on April 3, 1941 to Milton and Elsie Verhulst in Sheboygan, WI. She was united in marriage to John Bennin on November 23, 1963 at Fountain Park Church in Sheboygan.

Judy is survived by her husband John; children, Michael Bennin of Baraboo and Ruthann (Steve) Scharf of Kaukauna, WI; grandchildren, Justin Bennin of Baraboo, Zack Scharf of Minneapolis, MN, Zoe Scharf of Crystal Lake, IL; Sister, Jeanne Schneikert of St. Petersburg, FL. She is further survived by many other friends and family.

Judy is preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Paul Verhulst.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday February 17, 2016 at Emmanuel United Methodist Church at 11 A.M. with Rev. Tom White officiating. Visitation will take place from 9:30 A.M. until the time of service. A private family burial will take place at Walnut Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Emmanuel United Methodist Church or The Salvation Army.

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Published in Sheboygan Press on Feb. 15, 2016

 Nicholas J. Vorath Jr., of 3018 South 18th Street, Sheboygan de­ parted for heaven from his home with his family around him on Fri­day afternoon, February 2, 2007 following a long battle with C.O.P.D. and emphysema.

Nick loved to hunt, fish, read, golf, and visit with friends, while reminiscing about times past and was known for his fabulous stories. He especially loved to hunt rabbits, which he then liked to cook and share with friends. He loved to attend Chicago Cubs baseball games at Wrigley Field. He also made balsam wood airplane models as a hobby. He enjoyed his home and loved to show off the garden. He also looked forward to his annual trip to Eagle River, which also is where he and Sandra honeymooned. Nicks favorite times in the recent past were those in which he spent time with his 4 year old granddaughter, Autumn.

 Nick is survived by his wife, Sandra; one daughter, Nanette (Carl Green Sr.) of Milwaukee· one son, Nicholas J. (Julie Boldt) Vorath Ill of  Sheboygan;  one granddaughter, Autumn Green; a step grandson, Carl Green Jr.; one sister, Janet (Ted) Johnson of Rantoul, IL; a special nephew, Ted Johnson Jr.; his mother-in­ law, Edith Bruggink of Cedar Grove; one sister-in-law, Linda (Lee) VanderJagt of Hartford; and one brother-in-law,  Jim  (Judy) Bruggink of Cedar Grove.

Funeral services will be held at the Wenig Funeral Home in Oostburg on Noon on Wednesday, February 7, 2007 with the Rev. Marcus Powers officiating.

Visitation will be at the Wenig Funeral Home in Oostburg on Tuesday from 5-8 pm., and on Wednesday from 10:30 until the time of the service at Noon.

Online condolences may be sent to wenig@wenigfuneralhome.com

A memorial fund is being established in his memory for Alcoholics Anonymous for the Right Way Club of Sheboygan.

The Vorath family would like to extend their special thank you to Barb, Tonya, Jane, Chris, Chaplain Bob, and all other staff of the Hospice Advantage Program for making the last three months of Nick's life comfortable and pleasant.         .        ·

The staff of the Wenig Funeral Home in Oostburg (920-564- 2771) is serving the Vorath family.

The Sheboygan Press February 4, 2007

Richard H. Wagner, 53, of 3231 N. Seventh St died Saturday, June 3, 1995 at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital. Milwaukee, from injuries suffered in an accident in Sheboygan on May 19, 1995.

Richard was born in Sheboygan on July 25, 1941 to Robert H. and Dorothy M. (Weber) Wagner. He graduated from Central High School in 1959.  He was in the U.S. Navy from 1959 to 1962 and served aboard ship in the coastal waters off Vietnam.

On July 23, 1983, he married Patricia A. (Geissler) Stocks at St. John's United Church of Christ, Sheboygan.  He was employed in the Engine Division of Kohler Company for 32 years and was a member of the Kohler Quarter Century Club. He was an avid swimmer at the Sheboygan Quarry and the Kohler Sports Core.  He enjoyed riding motorcycles, especially a 1963 Triumph, which he had restored to original condition. 

Richard is survived by his wife. Patricia; six children, Jeffrey {Pam), Richmond, Va.; Kristin Wagner, Sheboygan; Kelly (Kent) Koilath, Sheboygan; Gregory, Des Moines, Iowa; Samantha Stocks, Appleton; and Andrea S!ocks, at home; his mother, Dorothy, Sheboygan; and a brother and sister, Gerald,  Sheboygan;  and Lynn (John) Stewart, Glendale. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert.

The funeral service for Richard H. Wagner will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, June 8, at St. John United Church of Christ, N. 13th St. and Lincoln Ave. The Rev. Gregory S. Whelton, pastor, will officiate.  Following the service, his body will be cremated.  Friends are welcome for a time of visitation and support at Lippert Funeral Home, 1132 Superior Ave., on Wednesday, from 4 to 8 p.m. and at the church on Thursday, from 1O a.m. until the time of services.  A memorial fund has been established in Richard's name.

Donald Walczak, age 83, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Wauwatosa on August 12, 2024. Don was born February 5, 1941, in Sheboygan, to John and Gladys (Rabideau) Walczak. He attended St. Peter Claver grade school and graduated from Central High School in 1959.

Don married Diane Pischke on November 30, 1963. They had one daughter, Karen.

Don spent his entire career working as a sheet metal worker in Sheboygan and Milwaukee. In his younger days, Don was a star player on various teams in the Sheboygan Softball Association. He was recognized for being the best 2nd baseman in town by Sheboygan Press sports writer, Dwight Pelkin. Don was also inducted in the SSA Hall of Fame for his outstanding accomplishments over the years. After he moved to the Milwaukee area, he continued to play ball for the Copper Hearth team. Don enjoyed bowling and got his daughter hooked on the sport when she was young. He was a dedicated fan of the Milwaukee Brewers, Bucks and Green Bay Packers. He really enjoyed talking sports with his son-in-law, Dan. He also enjoyed coming back to Sheboygan for many of his grade school and high school class reunions over the years.

Don is survived by his wife of 60 years, Diane; his daughter and son-in-law, Karen (Dan Ahrens) of Sheboygan; brothers-in-law Donnie, Larry and Allan Pischke if Onalaska, WI; nieces Mary (Bruce) Ringquist of Arkansas; Kathy Krug and her daughter, Grace of Milwaukee; Amanda (Bryan) Husk of Oregon, WI; nephews John and Paul Pischke of Onalaska, WI; Isaac (Kerry) Pischke of LaCrosse, WI.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, mother and father-in-law, Addis and Wilma Pischke; sister Virginia (Herbert) Krug; brother and sister-in-laws, Jack and Norma Johnson, Rose Pischke; and nephews Robert and Don Krug, and Mark and Nate Pischke.

Don was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed. The family will be sharing a private time of remembrance, but there will be no service for the public.

 Robert A. Wangeman     1940-2017

Robert A. Wangeman Obituary   Robert Alexander Wangeman, 76, of Sheboygan, passed away

on Saturday August 26, 2017, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.  Robert

was born on October 17, 1940, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to Robert and Helen (Meyers)

Wangeman.  He was a 1959 graduate of Central High School.  Following his graduation,

Robert faithfully served in the Armed Forces until 1969.

On December 21, 1968, Robert married Elaine Arpke in Sheboygan.  Robert was

employed at Walmart where he worked in receiving until his retirement in 2009.

He was a member of Ebenezer United Church of Christ in Sheboygan.  He was an

active volunteer at his church where he served as greeter, served in transportation,

and helped in the nursery.  He enjoyed watching spots, reading history, and spending

time with his family.

Robert is survived by his spouse, Elaine Wangeman of Sheboygan, one daughter,

Helena Vanessa (David) Villarreal of Cedar Grove; two grandchildren: Michael

(Nikolina) Villarreal, and Vanessa Villarreal; one great-grandchild, Riley Villarreal;

a brother-in-law, Rodney (Kim) Arpke; and a sister-in-law, Judy Langman.  Robert is

further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Helen Wangeman.

A funeral service to celebrate Robert’s life will be held at Ebenezer United Church of

Christ in Sheboygan on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at 5:00 p.m.

Relatives and friends may greet the family at Ebenezer United Church of Christ in

Sheboygan on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service

at 5:00 p.m.  A memorial fund is being established in his name.

The Wenig Funeral Home of Sheboygan Fall (i920-467-3431) is serving the

Wangeman family with arrangements.  For online condolences and additional

information, please visit: www.wenigfh.com

Published in the Sheboygan Press on August 29, 2017.

GAIL WARD MINCHESKI, 78, Green Bay, passed away Saturday February 15, 2020.  She was born on February 26, 1941, in Bemidji, MN to Stanley and Charlotte (Fettig) Ward.

Gail attended Ss. Cyril & Methodius School and graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959.  She enjoyed making quilts, crocheting, crossword puzzles, reading, and chocolate.  Gail loved to spend her time babysitting her grandkids and never missed any of their events.  She had a way of always putting her family's needs before her own.

Gail is survived by her children: Lynn Mincheski, Karla (John) Strenski, and Michael (Kelli) Mincheski; grandchildren: Nicole (Raymond) Shanle, Brenna Strenski, Jacob, Joseph, Seda and Justin Mincheski; a sister: Lois (Ron) Landgraf; and many other nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her father, Stanley Ward; her mother and step father: Charlotte (Francis) Vickman; a brother: Gerald Ward; and a brother-in-law: Jerome Carek.

Visitation will be held on Saturday February 22, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 936 Ninth Street, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m  Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Gregory Parent officiating.  Blaney Funeral Home (Green Bay) is assisting the family.  To send online condolences, please go to: www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.  

Mrs. Francis A. (Warner) Clevenger, 47, of 345 Sibley Street, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, died Sunday December 18, 1988.  She was born March 15, 1941 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, daughter of Frank and Ida Warner.  She was married to Eugene W. Clevenger on January 2, 1965 in Sheboygan.She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fond du Lac and the church choir.  She was currently employed by Fond du Lac County in the Tax Listing Dept.
 
She is survived by her husband, Eugene; one daughter, Shari, at home; her mother, Mrs. Ida Warner, Sheboygan; five sisters: Mrs. Mary (Richard) Biskobing, of Plymouth, Wisconsin, Mrs. Virginia Pagel, of Sheboygan; Mrs. Vivian (Raymond) Schaefer, of Clyde, North Carolina and Mrs. Cecil (Richard) Winter, Boulder, Colorado.  She was preceded in death by her father and one brother.
 
Visitation will be Wednesday, 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Fond du Lac.  Liturgy of Christian burial will be Wednesday, at 7:30 p.m.  The Rev. Michael Moran will officiate.  Burial will be in St. Charles Cemetery in Fond du Lac.
Memorials made be made to St. Mary’s Choir.  The Uecker-Witt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Robert Weber of Onalaska, Wis., died Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2006, peacefully at his home with his family present. Bob was born Jan. 30, 1941, in Sheboygan, Wis., to Adelle and Lester Weber.

He attended Sheboygan Public Schools, and following graduation from Central H.S. he was awarded a track scholarship to UW-Madison. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from that institution in 1964. He went on to earn his master's of science degree in education administration in 1968 and followed by his Ph.D. in 1972.

Bob became the first principal of Onalaska Northern Hills Elementary School in 1972, and he served as principal of the school district beginning in 1976.  In 1985, he was chosen the Wisconsin Middle School Principal of the Year.  He became the Onalaska business manager in 1985 and was appointed superintendent of Onalaska schools in 1992.  He retired following complications of a heart attack in 1995.

On Sept. 12, 1996, Bob received a heart transplant following a near fatal heart attack, stroke and year in UW­ Madison Hospital. Somewhat limited by his health conditions, his determination and courage helped him defy the odds numerous times, and he found life very satisfying. 

Bob is survived by his wife, Susan; a son, Michael, of whom he was very proud, and his fiancé, Amber Haung, both of New York City. He is also survived by a brother, Dennis Weber; Aunt and Uncle Ed and Betty Jesinsky; cousins, Jane Braun and Judy Hiede; and various in-laws, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services took place Saturday, Sept. 9, 2006 in Onalaska.  Memorials are preferred to the Dr. Robert Weber Memorial Scholarship Fund, Onalaska High School.

The Sheboygan Press, September 14, 2006

Judith Reinemann was born on March 22, 1940 and passed away on March 13, 2024 at the age of 83. She attended local schools and graduated from Central High School with the class of 1959. She was united in marriage with Gene Reinemann on June 22, 1990 in Sheboygan. During her working years, she was employed by General Machinery Corporation for 30 years and was then a waitress at Sys Restaurant. Judith enjoyed traveling, playing cards with her card club and watching her grandson, Luke, play basketball.

Judith is survived by her husband, Gene Reinemann; children, Kevin (Jennifer) and David Schmidt; grandson, Luke Schmidt and sister-in-law, Susie Widder. She is preceded in death by her first husband, Edwin Schmidt; brother, Douglas Widder and parents, Edgar and Hildegarde Widder.

Visitation will be held on Monday, March 18, 2024 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1121 Georgia Ave., Sheboygan, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 12:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Lutheran Cemetery.

Always loved Dellane...she was a sweetheart!   Darla Williams Altman

________________________________________________________ 

Dellane was born December 1940.

Tubby Wiemann, 74, of Sheboygan passed away on April 4, 2015 ~ his birthday.

He is survived by his brother Jay of Naples, Fla., and many near and dear friends.

A celebration of life will took place on Sat. June 13th, 2015 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the

8th Street Pub & Eatery, 1501 South 8th Street, Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

A very nice man.  He will be missed.

You aren't going to believe this...but, yes, Lyle lived in my neighborhood, too...on Sauk Trail Road.  :)    Darla Williams Altman

LYLE WIRTZ
 
Lyle A. Wirtz, 49, of Route 2, Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, died Wednesday, January 10, 1990, at his home, following a long illness.  Lyle was born May 4, 1940 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, a son of the late Orval and Arlisle Mahnke Wirtz.  He attended Bethlehem Lutheran School and graduated from Central High School in 1959.
 
For the last 18 years, Lyle was employed at Schreier Malting Company in Sheboygan.  On June 24, 1989, Lyle was united in marriage to Donna Henschel at St. Paul United Church of Christ, in the Town of Russell.
 
Survivors include his wife, Donna; one son, Scott Wirtz of Sheboygan; two daughters, Mrs. Lisa (Troy) Stuefen and Amy Wirtz, both of Sheboygan; one granddaughter, Elizabeth Stuefen; one step-son, Anthony Weigert, of Elkhart Lake; three step-daughters: Mrs. Debra (Thomas) Perl, of New Holstein, Wisconsin; Mrs. Laurie (Victor) Jeanty and Amy Weigert, both of Elkhart Lake; five step-grandchildren; two brothers, Charles (Marsha) Wirtz of Merrill, Wisconsin and Orval (Jackie) Wirtz, Jr. of Ellsworth, Georgia.
 
Funeral services for Lyle will be Saturday, January 13, 1990 at 1:30 p.m. at Ramm-Ziegler-Novak-Rettke Funeral Home, 1535 South 12th Street, Sheboygan.  The Rev. Leon Momoney, pastor of St. Paul United Church of Christ, in the Town of Russell, will officiate.  Cremation will follow.  Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturday, from 8:30 a.m. until the time of services.

A memorial fund has been established in Lyle’s name.

JANICE (WOLLERT) KUETHER ~~~ Janice Kuether, 51, of 1311 Carmen Avenue, Sheboygan, WI, died Wednesday night September 9, 1992 at St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI, following a lengthy illness.

The former Janice Wollert was born April 29, 1941, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, a daughter of the late Elmer and Marie Kuether Wollert.  She attended Franklin School and graduated from Sheboygan Central High School with the class of 1959.

On September 16, 1961, Janice was united in marriage to Michael Kuether at Bethlehem Lutheran Church.  Janice was employed at Kohler Company, in the generator divisin, for the past seven years.  Prior to that, she worked for one year at Wisconsin Plastics and for a time was a part-time secretary at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, where was was a life-member.

Survivors include her husband, Michael; two daughters: Dawn (Tracy) Hemschmeyer and Lora Kuether, both of Sheboygan; and one sister, Judy (David) Meves, of Sheboygan.

Funeral services for Janice will be conducted on Friday, September 11th, 1992 at 8 p.m. at Ramm-Ziegler-Novak-Rettke Funeral Home, Southsie Chapel, Sheboygan, WI.  The funeral service will include Holy Communion, which all are invited to receive.  The Rev. Douglas R. Dunn, pastor of St. David's Episcopal Church in New Berlin, Wisconsin, will officiate.  Burial will take place on Saturday, at Lutheran Cemetery, in Sheboygan.  Friends may call at the funeral home, 1535 South 12th Street, on Friday, from 4 p.m. until the time of services. A memorial fund has been established in Janice's name.

 Audrey W. Sabrowsky, 80, of Sheboygan, was called to the Lord on Sunday, December 12, 2021 at Pine Haven Christian Home in Sheboygan Falls.

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 JoAnn E. Ladwig, 75, of Two Rivers and a longtime resident of Sheboygan Falls and Oostburg died on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at the Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers.
JoAnn was born on October 23, 1940 in Sheboygan, the daughter of Leslie and Irene (Nennig) Zimmermann. She graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1959.
On July 1, 1961 she married Orlin J. Ladwig in Cedar Grove. Orlin preceded her in death on July 18, 2009. JoAnn worked at Mentink's Market in Oostburg for several years prior to her retirement in 2001.
She enjoyed bowling, arts and crafts, traveling, sports, camping, NASCAR and wintering in Myrtle Beach, SC.JoAnn is survived by three sons, Mark Ladwig of Milwaukee, Scott (Mary) Ladwig of Wrightstown, and Richard (Jennifer) Ladwig of Two Rivers; six grandchildren, Megan, Kayla, Mary, Josh, Eric, and Sarah Ladwig; one sister, Mary Zimmermann of Milwaukee; nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and husband of 48 years, Orlin; and an infant daughter Michelle Renee Ladwig.
A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at 2 pm on Sunday, December 27, 2015 at the Wenig Funeral Home in Sheboygan Falls. Rev. David Van Dixhorn will officiate. Burial will take place at the Cedar Grove Cemetery.
Memorials are appreciated in her name.For online condolences and additional information please visit www.wenigfuneralhome.com - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sheboyganpress/obituary.aspx?pid=176946198#sthash.XVsBm6SP.dpuf

My "Cousin-in-Law".
Bob Schmidt

A memorial fund has been established in his name.

The Lippert-Olson funeral Home is serving the family.

Condolences may be emailed to the family at richardzoran@lippertfuneralhorne:com

The SheboyganPress, November 3, 2006

MARGUERITE A. ("PEGGY")  ZWART (HAUCH)

Mrs. Marguerite A. Hauch, 53, of 413 Wisconsin Avenue was pronounced dead, shortly after admittance to Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center, after being taken ill at her home.

She was born in Milwaukee on March 25, 1941, a daughter of the late Peter and Alice Montaba Zwart.  The family later moved to Sheboygan, where she graduated from Central High School.  She was employed as a nurse’s aide at St. Nicholas Hospital and Heritage Nursing Center.

She was married to John Bennett.  On August 4, 1978, she married Kenneth Hauch in Sheboygan.

Marguerite was a member of First Presbyterian Church, 1907 Club and was a Red Cross volunteer.

She is survived by her husband, Kenneth; three sons, Michael (Mary) Bennett, of Oklahoma; Peter J. (Cindy) and Mathew (Michelle) Bennett, both of Sheboygan; three daughters, Jennifer (James) Landwehr and Lisa Bennett, both of Sheboygan and Rose Hauch at home;  12 grandchildren, seven step-children and six step-grandchildren; three brothers, Donald (Donna), of Madison; Wayne (Judy), of New Holstein; Jack (Mari) Zwart, Sheboygan; two sisters, Lorraine (Walt) Campbell, Carson City, Nevada, and Jean (Claude) Dalton, Sheboygan.  She was preceded in death by a step-grandson.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, at the Habermann Funeral Home, 805 North 6^th Street, the Rev. Dennis L. Cobb, pastor of First Presbyterian Church, officiating.  Entombment will take place in the Garden of Peace Mausoleum.  Friends may call at the funeral home from 9 a.m., Saturday, until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Marguerite Hauch’s name.

The Sheboygan Press / approx. June 2, 1994.