Obituaries

Elmer  Jr. Swanson

Elmer Jr. Swanson

Feb 15, 2011

Elmer Swanson, Jr., 77, De Pere, passed away peacefully at his home on February 15, 2011. He will be dearly missed. Private services will be held. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Reedsburg. Cotter Funeral Home, De Pere, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cotterfuneralhome.com.

Joyce R. Simon

Joyce R. Simon

Feb 12, 2011

Joyce R. Simon, 86, De Pere, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday evening, February 12, 2011. She was born on May 16, 1924 in Little Rapids WI, to the late Arthur and Christine (Baeten) Otis. She was a 1941 graduate of Nicolet High School in West De Pere. Joyce married George G. Simon in 1944 at St. Boniface Church in West...

Robert John Callahan

Robert John Callahan

Feb 8, 2011

Robert John Callahan: June 7, 1927- Feb. 8, 2011 A man of character, integrity, and love and devotion for Christ. An active member of the Catholic Faith, he led his family with these traits and an abundance of optimism and humor. His legacy leaves his loving wife of 60 years, Joan Claire LaPlant Callahan, 6 children and their spouses, Mary...

Shirley M. Hannon

Shirley M. Hannon

Feb 8, 2011

Shirley M. Hannon, 82, Allouez, passed away February 8, 2011. Daughter of the late Frank M. and Mary (Melotte) Hannon was born August 21, 1928 in Green Bay. She had a long career at Green Bay Packaging. Shirley was a member of the MacDowell Club for music enthusiasts. She also volunteered at St. Vincent Hospital, and she sang in the...

Vernice A. Keehan

Vernice A. Keehan

Feb 7, 2011

Vernice Ann Keehan, 77, Denmark, passed away Monday, February 7, 2011 at Bornemann Nursing Home. She was born January 8, 1934 in Manitowoc Co., WI, daughter to the late Joseph and Anna (Brey) Stedl, and grew up in Menchalville. She married Earl J. Keehan, November 28, 1951 in Kellnersville, and he preceded her in death on December 4, 2000. Vernice...

Rose (Malewiski) Luedtke

Rose (Malewiski) Luedtke

Feb 6, 2011

Rose Luedtke, 95, Denmark, passed away Sunday, February 6, 2011. She was born May 28, 1915 to the late Egnatius and Julia (Fruzen) Malewiski. She married Harold Luedtke, November 19, 1936, and he preceded her in death on November 28, 1975. They farmed most of their lives until moving to Denmark. They were members of Zion United Methodist Church in...

Kyle Thomas Sweney

Kyle Thomas Sweney

Feb 2, 2011

Kyle Thomas Sweney found peace with his Higher Power on Wednesday, February 2, 2011. He was the son of Neil and Diane Sweney, and was born on May 1, 1987. Kyle had a warm smile, a warmer heart and the most beautiful hazel eyes. He most enjoyed being outdoors at Cisco Lake, snowmobiling in the winter and fishing in the...

John G. Kvitek

John G. Kvitek

Feb 1, 2011

John G. Kvitek, 82, Maribel, passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2011, at Wayside Parkview Estates, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on the family farm in Maribel on August 11, 1928, son of the late Joseph and Mary (Kubsch) Kvitek. John married Marleen Muench on June 11, 1957, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. She preceded him in...

Ruth Lange

Ruth Lange

Jan 30, 2011

Ruth Ruby Lange, 90, Denmark, passed from this life into the loving arms of her Savior on Sunday, January 30, 2011, at a local hospital. Ruth was born on October 18, 1920, in Henrysville, Wisconsin, to Reinhold and Tena (Yager) Valentine, the youngest of four children. On June 15, 1940, Ruth married Alden Lange at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Henrysville,...

Kyle Ardini

Kyle Ardini

Jan 27, 2011

Kyle A. Ardini, 12, De Pere, passed away unexpectedly Thursday evening, January 27, 2011. The son of Peter and Michele (Morin) Ardini, was born March 4, 1998 in Hancock, MI. He is currently a 7th grade student at De Pere Middle School. Kyle faced many challenges with autism, but he received much love and support from family, friends, and school...

Amalie "Mollie" Gauerke

Amalie "Mollie" Gauerke

Jan 26, 2011

Amalie “Mollie” Gauerke, 99, De Pere, passed away Wednesday, January 26, 2011, at her home. She was born January 18, 1912, in Heimthal, Ukraine, daughter to the late Friedrich and Auguste Sonnenberg. Amalie and her family moved from Heimthal, returning back to their fatherland, Germany. They came to the United States through Ellis Island in December of 1924. Mollie married...

Agatha A. Norton

Agatha A. Norton

Jan 24, 2011

Agatha A. Norton, 92, De Pere, formerly of Madison passed away on Monday, January 24, 2011. On September 4, 1918, Agatha was born to the late Timothy and Alice (Kane) Norton in the Town of Rockland. She was a graduate of East De Pere High School, and then continued her education at University of Wisconsin -Stout earning her BS in...

Mildred V. (Erdmann) Schmidt

Mildred V. (Erdmann) Schmidt

Jan 20, 2011

Mildred V. Schmidt, 92, resident of Wayside Parkview Estates, formerly of Wrightstown, passed away Thursday evening, January 20, 2011, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in the town of Lawrence on February 1, 1918, to the late Gustav and Emma (Kersten) Erdmann. On April 27, 1946, she married Melvin A. Schmidt in Wrightstown. Mildred and Melvin owned and...

Robert H. Barth

Robert H. Barth

Jan 18, 2011

Robert H. Barth, 53, Denmark, passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at his home. He was born January 26, 1957 in Green Bay, son of the late Harold and Phyllis (Flavion) Barth. He attended Green Bay East High School, and worked in maintenance for the Green Bay School District for over 25 years. Robert enjoyed fishing, bird-hunting, drawing, watching movies,...

John "Jack" Lambert

John "Jack" Lambert

Jan 17, 2011

John P. “Jack” Lambert, 84, De Pere, passed away January 17, 2011. He was born in De Pere on April 5, 1926 to the late Peter and Frieda (Vande Leifford) Lambert. Jack served his country in the U.S. Airforce as Sgt. First Class, during World War II, flying many missions over Europe in a B-17 as a Ball Turrett Gunner....

Vivian Hansen

Vivian Hansen

Jan 12, 2011

Vivian E. Hansen, 91, Denmark, passed away January 12, 2011 at Harmony of Denmark. Vivian was born in Denmark, August 30, 1919, daughter of the late Harry and Clara Hansen. Vivian graduated from Denmark High School and Manitowoc County Norman Teachers College. Vivian taught elementary school for several years in rural schools before taking time off to raise her 5...

Germaine R. (Phillips) Marshall

Germaine R. (Phillips) Marshall

Jan 12, 2011

Her hair was light brown Her eyes were so blue Her lips in a smile So gay and so true Her heart was so pure As white as a dove A beautiful gift From heaven above Germaine Marshall died January 12, 2011. There is no visitation. Services are private. Cotter Funeral Home, De Pere, is serving the family. Online condolences...

George L. Mauritz

George L. Mauritz

Jan 12, 2011

George L. Mauritz, 65, Wrightstown, passed away Wednesday, January 12. The son of the late George and Betty (Reinhardt) Mauritz was born February 23, 1945 in Shawano. He married Kay Jaschinski on August 26, 1978 at St. John Lutheran Church in De Pere. His hobbies included: woodworking, fishing, camping, Indy car watching and Packers football. George is survived by his...

Lorraine D. (Bilodeau) Wegner

Lorraine D. (Bilodeau) Wegner

Jan 6, 2011

Lorraine D. (Bilodeau) Wegner, 75, Denmark, entered eternal life on Thursday, January 06, 2011 at her home, following a devastating stroke. Lorraine was surrounded by family and friends. She was born February 12, 1935 in Boston, Massachusetts. Daughter of William and Mattie (Robinson) Bilodeau. Lorraine graduated from Somerville High School in 1953, Somerville, MA. She met her husband, Larry, while...

Viola "Vi" Kraynek

Viola "Vi" Kraynek

Jan 2, 2011

Viola A. “Vi” Kraynek, 86, Stangelville, passed away Sunday, January 2, 2011 at Kewaunee Care Center. She was born May 10, 1924, daughter to the late Frank and Helen (Wentland) Sekora. Vi graduated from Denmark High School, and married Edward Kraynek in September of 1949 in Denmark. For 21 years, Vi was a caretaker/housekeeper for many families in the Green...