Obituaries

Robert "Bob" Saunders

Robert "Bob" Saunders

Jul 28, 2022

Robert Anderson Saunders, 89, passed away in the company of family and went to eternity with Jesus Christ on July 28, 2022. Bob was born on April 17, 1933, to Onis Cecil and Anna (Anderson) Saunders in Ringsted, Iowa.

During his childhood on the family farm with ten siblings, his youngest sister, Norma, referred to him as "Naughty Bobby" due to...

Michael Koenig

Michael Koenig

Jul 27, 2022

Michael J. Koenig, age 46, of Bellevue, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on July 27, 2022. He was born December 15, 1975 in Green Bay to Orland C. Koenig and Nancy Dreier. Michael graduated from East High School in 1994 and enjoyed watching the Packers, fishing and gardening. He is survived by his parents: Orland (Betty) Koenig and Nancy...

Thomas  Shier

Thomas Shier

Jul 27, 2022

Thomas David Shier, 59, De Pere passed away July 27, 2022 surrounded by his family. Tom was born in Watertown, WI December 12, 1962. Tom served his country in the U.S. Army as a helicopter mechanic, he was an avid Packer fan, and loved the game of golf. He is survived by his wife Pamela of 39 years; sons Brandyn...

Dale Edward Perock

Dale Edward Perock

Jul 27, 2022

Dale Edward Perock, age 60, of De Pere, passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2022 with his family by his side. He married Margaret Kolb on October 4, 1991 after meeting him at Club 18 when she said “One day I will marry that man.” That dream came true and they enjoyed 38 years together, watching movies, and enjoying ice cream...

Jayma Van Straten

Jayma Van Straten

Jul 26, 2022

After a courageous 3 year battle with brain cancer, Jayma Van Straten passed away Tuesday, July 26th at her home surrounded by her family. Jayma was born May 12th, 1966 in Bloomington, Minnesota to Cliff and Wannie Butterfield and settled in as the 5th of 6 children born to the Butterfield family. And what a family! She loved telling stories...

John Michael Webster

John Michael Webster

Jul 26, 2022

John Michael Webster Age 60 of Oconto Falls passed away on July 26, 2022. John was born on June 25, 1962, in Milwaukee to Lloyd E. Webster Sr. and Georgiann Wentland. John was a loving husband and father. He was an avid hunter, and fisherman, and outdoorsman. John loved a good Halloween party and was a great cook; he was...

Debbie M. Gossen

Debbie M. Gossen

Jul 24, 2022

Debbra Marie Gossen, age 64, of De Pere, passed on to eternal life in the joy of God’s presence on July 24, 2022 after a short and courageous battle with cancer. Debbie was born on April 8, 1958 in Green Bay, WI. Throughout Debbie’s life, one thing was always consistent and that was her unwavering faith. Every ounce of her...

Virginia Lee Nixon

Virginia Lee Nixon

Jul 22, 2022

Virginia Lee (Tait) (MacPhail) Nixon Age 91 of Green Bay, passed away on July 22, 2022. She was born on November 26, 1930, to Ernest and Elva Tait in Evanston, Illinois. She lived in Evanston and Skokie, Illinois before moving to Green Bay to be near her daughter 18 years ago and loved living here. Although she remained a lifelong...

Braylon Constant Krueger

Braylon Constant Krueger

Jul 21, 2022

Braylon Constant Krueger, infant son of Amber Rohr and Joshua Krueger passed away on his birthday July 21, 2022, at a local hospital. Braylon only lived a short time but will have a huge impact to those around him. “Loved”, “Cherished” and “Anticipated” are words you think of when expecting a newborn, this unfortunately will be how he will be...

Elaine Catherine Kralovetz

Elaine Catherine Kralovetz

Jul 21, 2022

Elaine Catherine Kralovetz, 94, of Denmark, entered God’s kingdom on July 21, 2022, at a local hospital with family at her side. Born January 25, 1928, to the late Phillip and Pauline (Shimanek) Plansky in the town of Carlton, WI, Elaine was the fifth of six children. In 1937 the family moved to Denmark, where she graduated from Denmark High...

Alice Josephine Zeller

Alice Josephine Zeller

Jul 21, 2022

On Thursday, July 21, 2022, Alice Josephine (Wendel) Zeller was granted her final wish as she passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Born in Fond du Lac, WI, on February 13, 1927, to Charles and Adela (Franzen) Wendel, she grew up on the family farm until moving to New Holstein, WI. After high school she moved to Wausau...

Joan  Callahan

Joan Callahan

Jul 20, 2022

JOAN CLAIR (LAPLANT) CALLAHAN 1/26/1930-7/20/2022, passed peacefully with her family by her side. Preceded in death by Robert John Callahan, husband of 60 years; granddaughter, Nicole; parents, Cy and Elizabeth (Bettine) LaPlant; sisters, Jay Kromrey, Patricia Kitslaar; and brother, Cy LaPlant Jr. Survived by her children, Mary (Jerry) Blaisdell, Erin (Les) Blum, Kevin (Jill) Callahan, Tim (Mary Ann) Callahan, Mike...

Joan Steckart

Joan Steckart

Jul 19, 2022

Joan Noreen (Pranke) Steckart, 95, was called home to Jesus on July 19, 2022 during a brief hospitalization. She died peacefully with her children at her side at Bellin Hospital and was reunited with her beloved husband John who preceded her in death. Joan was born on October 10, 1926 to the late Eleanor (McQuade) and Leo Pranke, in De...

Kenneth "Ken" Vanderkinter

Kenneth "Ken" Vanderkinter

Jul 16, 2022

Kenneth Roger Vanderkinter, 85, of Mishicot passed away surrounded by family July 16, 2022. Born May 28, 1937, to the late Everett and Gertrude (Hansen) Vanderkinter in Manitowoc Wisconsin. Ken married Janice Nimmer in 1961. Ken was a dairy farmer his whole life, he spent 16 years as a Gibson town supervisor, had a white washing business for over 20...

Joyce Duwe

Joyce Duwe

Jul 16, 2022

Joyce Marie Duwe, 75, of Denmark entered into Eternal life with her Lord on July 16, 2022. Joyce was born November 30, 1946, to Lester and Bernice (Christiansen) Lambrecht. She graduated from Gillett High in 1964. On May 4, 1968, Joyce was united in marriage to Roger Duane Duwe. They recently celebrated 54 years of marriage. One of Joyce's greatest...

Paul W Lasee

Paul W Lasee

Jul 13, 2022

On July 13, 2022 Paul W. Lasee entered enteral life. Paul was born November 26, 1952 in De Pere, WI to Merlin and Phyllis Lasee. Paul graduated from Abbot Pennings High School in 1971. He married the love of his life Bonnie in 1972. They have been happily married for 49 years. Paul was a father to sons Jason and...

Lawrence J Degroot

Lawrence J Degroot

Jul 12, 2022

Lawrence J DeGroot, Age 91, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on July 12, 2022. Larry was born on September 13, 1930 to Lawrence and Alice (Callahan) DeGroot. He graduated from St. Patrick’s Grade School in Green Bay and then Central Catholic High School in 1948. One summer during high school Larry was swimming with some friends and spotted...

David Randall Bowles

David Randall Bowles

Jul 11, 2022

David Randall “Randy” Bowles Age 67 of De Pere, passed away on July 11, 2022. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 28 years, Mary; children, Jamie (Jason) Kobs, Christopher (Ina) Bowles, Ashley (Brendt) Deprey-Peeters, Corey (Tyler) Bowles, Megan (Amanda) Deprey, and Alaster Bowles; grandchildren, Atticus, Kyleigh, Asher, Charlie, Georgie, and future sixth grandchild due in November;...

Anna Mae Blazer

Anna Mae Blazer

Jul 4, 2022

Anna Mae Blazer, of Maribel, 89, passed away peacefully July 4, 2022. Born December 5, 1932, to the late Martin and Rose (Boehm) Smits in Suring, Wisconsin. Anna Mae was devoted to her family, she was a homemaker for many years while her children were growing up. She raised Suffolk sheep and she and her son, Greg were involved with...

Jerome Schleis

Jerome Schleis

Jul 2, 2022

Jerome “Jerry” John Schleis, 87, died peacefully from complications of pneumonia on Saturday, July 2, 2022 at Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers with his best friend by his side. Born in Green Bay, WI on February 13, 1935, he was the son of Dr. Wenzel J. and Mary A. (Kraynik) Schleis. Jerry lived in Denmark, WI all his life,...