Obituaries

Daryl Brys

Daryl Brys

Oct 30, 2025

Daryl Brys, age 84, of De Pere passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025 with family at his side.

Born to Gerard “Jerry” and Dolores (Reiland) Brys on September 17, 1941. He built his lifetime home on part of the Brys homestead across from the farm he was raised on, much of it with his own two hands. He was able...

Bruce Stoehr

Bruce Stoehr

2025

Bruce Stoehr passed away at home on October 30, 2025 at the age of 94. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Bruce was born in Mountain, WI in 1931 to Opal and Henry Stoehr.

Bruce attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison Medical School where he met the love of his life Jane. They recently celebrated 69 years of marriage.

Bruce...

Laverne Mary Selner

Laverne Mary Selner

Oct 30, 2025



Laverne Mary Selner, age 91, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, with her family by her side. She was the beloved daughter of Victor and Irma (Schermetzler) Huber.

On August 25, 1956, she married the love of her life, Leonard Selner, at St. Joseph-Norman. Together, they built a beautiful life and family. She was a devoted homemaker who cherished raising...

Doreen J. Brezinski

Doreen J. Brezinski

Oct 25, 2025

Doreen J. Brezinski, age 72, of Denmark WI, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025 with family by her side after a short battle with cancer at Bellin Health in Green Bay, WI.

She was born on May 4, 1953 in Green Bay, WI, daughter of the late Leroy and Maxine (Dixon) Nelsen. Growing up Doreen helped her siblings with chores...

William Francis Schneider, MD

William Francis Schneider, MD

Oct 21, 2025

One of God’s masterpieces has been called to his Redeemer.

William Francis Schneider, MD, age 90, passed away in the comfort of his home in De Pere, WI, on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Bill, as he was known to his friends, was born on July 5, 1935, to Karl Schneider and Genevieve Bradley Schneider in Greendale,...

Sally J. Kordus

Sally J. Kordus

Oct 20, 2025

Sally J. Kordus, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on October 20, 2025, at the age of 74. She was born on March 18, 1951, to the late James and Alverna Andersen as one of ten children. 

Sally had a passion for music that was impossible to miss—her love for Elvis and Johnny Mathis was well known. She had a...

Jean M Geiger

Jean M Geiger

Oct 20, 2025

Jean Marie Geiger (Ley) (Chipper) passed away on October 20, 2025. Jean was born to Donald and Ann Ley on March 1, 1959.

Jean was a graduate of St. Mary’s School in Greenleaf, Wrightstown High School and Fox Valley Technical College. Jean became a Mechanical Drafter and lived with Multiple Sclerosis for most of her life.

Jean is survived by her son...

Dorothy "Dusty" McMillan

Dorothy "Dusty" McMillan

Oct 17, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dorothy “Dusty” Clark McMillan, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, counselor, and sponsor. Dusty departed this world surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy of devotion, strength, and compassion.

For over 31 years, Dusty shared a beautiful life with her husband, Quintin, whose love...

Darrell W. Rukamp

Darrell W. Rukamp

Oct 14, 2025

Darrell W. Rukamp, age 64 of Denmark, WI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at his home with his wife by his side.

He was born on June 28, 1961 in Green Bay, WI, son of the late Cletus and Lula Belle “Lou” (De Grave) Rukamp.

On June 28, 2003, he married Garnette Peterson in Our Savior Lutheran Church in...

Jean Claire Gehlhoff

Jean Claire Gehlhoff

Oct 11, 2025

With grace, kindness, and a warmth that touched everyone she met, Jean Claire (Stoor) Gehlhoff found eternal peace and healing surrounded by her loving family on October 11, 2025.

Born on July 23, 1941, in Stambaugh, Michigan, to parents Lucille and Conrad Stoor, Jean was a proud Yooper. She graduated from Stambaugh High School, where she met the love of her...

Mary Ellen Holz

Mary Ellen Holz

Oct 11, 2025

Mary Ellen Holz, 98, died peacefully at her home in Green Bay, Wis. on October 11, 2025, with her loving family by her side.

Mary Ellen was born March 17, 1927 in Green Bay, Wis., to the late James and Arleen Early. She graduated from Green Bay East High School, and went on to pursue her RN degree from St. Mary’s...

Kurt J. Fulcer

Kurt J. Fulcer

Oct 10, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, papa, brother, and friend, Kurt J. Fulcer. He lost his battle with stage IV bladder cancer on Friday, October 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Appleton on January 7, 1963, to the late Warren and Selma (Lust) Fulcer. He graduated from Appleton...

Jewel Rose Hoefner

Jewel Rose Hoefner

Oct 9, 2025

Jewel Rose Hoefner, 88, Cooperstown, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family October 9, 2025.

The daughter of John and Marie (Hessel) Fenlon was born September 15, 1937 in Green Bay. Jewel married Donald Hoefner May 18,1957 at St James Catholic Church, Cooperstown.

Jewel and Don owned Hoefner Grocery store in Cooperstown from1970-1979. She worked at Fleet Farm in Green Bay for...

James "Jim" Halbrook

James "Jim" Halbrook

Oct 3, 2025

James (Jim) Halbrook, of Sister Bay passed away on October 3rd at the age of 95. Jim proudly served in the US Air Force during the Korean War fixing airplanes, where he discovered his lifelong passion for electronics and aviation. In 1953, Jim married a Denmark High School classmate, Doris Kane and they enjoyed 57 years of marriage in Green...

Sofia E. Treml

Sofia E. Treml

Oct 3, 2025

Sofia Treml, age 3, of De Pere, WI passed away October 3, 2025, as a result of an accident. Born January 23, 2022, in Appleton, WI, daughter of Kelly and Alexandra (DeVault).

Sofia was a spicy, fun-loving, brave, sweet, and beautiful little girl who brought joy and laughter wherever she went. She had a heart full of love and a sparkle...

Janet Myers

Janet Myers

Oct 1, 2025

Janet Myers, age 75, Allouez, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025. She was born on June 5,1950 to the late Dr. John and Evelyn (O’Dell) Dettmann in Green Bay, WI. She graduated from Green Bay East High School, class of 1968. She furthered her studies at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa and graduated in 1972. After school she worked...

Joy A. Alwes

Joy A. Alwes

Oct 1, 2025

Joy Ann Alwes died peacefully and surrounded by family at her home near Maribel, WI. on Oct. 1, 2025. Joy was born to George and Louise Bade in Kankakee, Illinois on May 9, 1944. She was baptized into the Christian faith April 17th, 1949. Joy attended high school in Momence, Ill and graduated from The University of Illinois with a...

Gerald "Jerry" Solper Jr.

Gerald "Jerry" Solper Jr.

Sep 28, 2025

Gerald K Solper Jr born October 28, 1959 passed away after a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer. Throughout Jerry's cancer journey he displayed courage and unwavering hope, inspiring everyone who knew him.

In high school he started working as a pizza driver for Danny's Pizza in De Pere. Upon graduation from East High School in 1978 he joined the local...

Darlene Mann

Darlene Mann

Sep 28, 2025

Darlene M. Mann, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away on September 28, 2025, at the age of 94. Dar was born on December 5, 1930 to Fred and Lenora (Vanden Boomen) Gilson and graduated from Nicolet High School in 1948. 

On July 14, 1956, she married Kenneth Kolb, who sadly passed away on August 13, 1968. Dar later...

Clarence "Clem" Coenen

Clarence "Clem" Coenen

Sep 27, 2025

Clarence “Clem” Coenen, 91, of De Pere, WI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at Rennes Health and Rehabilitation Center in De Pere, WI.

He was born on February 11, 1934, son of the late Frank and Lena (Albers) Coenen. On October 20, 1956, he married Frances Lukowicz at St. Willebrord Catholic Church in Green Bay, WI.

Clem was a...