Obituaries
Donald "Don" De Vries
Sep 12, 2025
Donald De Vries, age 91, of Randolph, was taken to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, September 12, 2025.
Don was born on July 21, 1934, the son of Herman and Clara (Kuik) De Vries. He served in the Army from March 28, 1957 to March 27, 1959. After serving his country, he worked for and was...
Gerald "Gerry" Louis Miller Jr.
Sep 3, 2025
Gerald Louis Miller Jr. age 60 of Fox Lake, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
Gerald was born on January 20, 1965, in Port Edwards, WI, son of Gerald and Shirley (Bieschke) Miller. He was united in marriage to Rachel Vander Velde on July 9, 2011, in Randolph, WI. Gerry was a dedicated hard worker who always put in...
Brigid Ann Palmer
Aug 20, 2025
Brigid Ann Palmer, age 66 of Montello, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
Brigid was born on August 7, 1959, in Bronx, NY, daughter of Ralph and Christine (Stelzl) Wobig. She was known as a dedicated hard worker. Her commitment to her job was matched only by her devotion to her family. She cherished every moment...
Roger James Janisch
Jul 24, 2025
Roger James Janisch, precious baby boy of Kurt and Sara (Sauer) Janisch was born into the arms of angels on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.
Though his time here was but a fleeting moment, Roger brought with him the promise of endless possibilities and the warmth of unconditional love. In his family’s hearts, he will...
Frances "Fran" Kaul
Jul 22, 2025
Frances "Fran" (Scharschmidt) Kaul, passed away very peacefully on July 22, 2025. She was 101. She will be remembered by family and friends for her engaged and active life until diagnosed with melanoma brain cancer in June of this year.
Fran's dedication to her family and friends was evident in her numerous and varied homemaking skills. She was an excellent and...
Christine Hetrick
Jul 21, 2025
Christine Ann Hetrick, age 75, of Fox Lake, WI, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, July 21, 2025, with her loving husband by her side.
Christine was born on April 20, 1950, in Phelps, Wisconsin, daughter of Harold and Shirley (Zinzow) Dain. Chris dedicated ten years as a secretary for St. Alberts and Our Lady of Good Hope. She was...
Eleanor Josephine Manikowski
Jul 17, 2025
Eleanor Josephine Manikowski, age 92, of Markesan, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at her home.
Eleanor was born on March 1, 1933, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the daughter of Joseph and Catherine (Nikolaus) Trick. On March 25, 1960, she was united in marriage to Raymond Manikowski in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Thirty years ago, Eleanor purchased a home in Markesan, initially intending it...
Merle Edwin Flood
Jul 13, 2025
Merle Edwin Flood, age 91, of Waupun, formerly of Las Vegas, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Crossroads Care Center in Mayville, Wisconsin.
Merle was born on July 19, 1933, in Iowa, the son of Roy and Anna Flood. He spent many fulfilling years as a dedicated security guard at Caesars Palace and Luxor in Las Vegas. Merle’s role...
Doris Rose Schwark
Jul 12, 2025
Doris Rose Schwark, age 83 of Waupun, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Prairie Ridge in Beaver Dam, on what would have been her wedding anniversary of 68 year.
Doris was born on October 21, 1941, daughter of Peter and Elizabeth (Wolff) Marschie. She was united in marriage to Wayne Schwark on July 12, 1958, in Green Lake, WI....
Phyllis Mae Middleton
Jul 9, 2025
Phyllis Mae Middleton, age 84 of Kingston, peacefully passed away at Markesan Resident Home on July 9, 2025.
Phyllis was born in Kingston on March 29, 1941, daughter of Harry and Mabel (Hoeft) Plagenz. She lived a life marked by simplicity and a deep commitment to her family. For 13 years, she worked at Del Monte, but her heart truly belonged...
Samuel Kok
Jun 27, 2025
Samuel Kok, age 93 of Randoph, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at his home.
Sam was born on December 13, 1931, in the town of Randolph, son of Joe and Grace (Schregardus) Kok. On December 17, 1954, he was united in marriage to Carol Huizenga.
Sam enlisted in the Army and served during the Korean War from 1951 to 1954....
William "Bill" Cunningham
Jun 26, 2025
William R. Cunningham “Bill” age 92, was called to his Eternal Home on June 26, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Bill was born February 6, 1933, in Walworth WI the son of LaVerne and Hazel (Welch) Cunningham. He and his beloved wife, Peg, were married for 67 years before her passing.
Bill was a proud dairy farmer for many years and...
Ricky Gene Boomsma
Jun 22, 2025
Ricky Gene Boomsma, age 67, of Randolph, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at home.
Rick was born on April 23, 1958, in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, the son of Harry and Charlotte (Zuhlke) Boomsma. He was a dedicated employee at Enerpac in Columbus, where he worked for 42 years. Rick was known for his strong work ethic and commitment to...
Walter LaVerne Losenegger Jr.
Jun 21, 2025
Walter LaVerne Losenegger Jr., age 86, of Markesan, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at home with family at his side.
Wally was born on November 27, 1938, the son of Walter and Hilda (Wirth) Losenegger. On April 1, 1983, he was united in marriage to Cathy Sluder in Waunakee, Wisconsin. Wally spent 29 years at Johannsen Garden Center, where...
Billie Ann Deaver
Jun 17, 2025
Billie Ann Deaver, age 71 of Waupun, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Ascension Mercy Hospital in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Billie was born on November 20, 1953, in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, the daughter of William and Charmaine (Bronson) Thill. Affectionately known to her dad as "Punky," she fully embraced her nickname...
Barbara Stiemsma
Jun 15, 2025
Barbara Eileen Stiemsma, age 84, of Fond du Lac, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 15, 2025 at Mercy Medical Center in Oshkosh.
Barbara was born on August 24, 1940, daughter of Louis and Irene (Redeker) Heeringa. She was an office assistant at Fond du Lac County Senior Services, where she devoted her time and energy...
Gary Lee Brown
Jun 13, 2025
Gary Lee Brown, age 74 of Brandon, went to his heavenly home on Friday, June 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Gary was born in Beaver Dam on July 9, 1950, son of Walter and Virginia (Rahn) Brown. He was baptized and confirmed in the Christian faith. Gary graduated from Brandon-Fairwater High School as part of the Class of 1968....
Gwen Vander Galien
Jun 3, 2025
Gwen Louise VanderGalien, age 67 of Waupun, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac, WI.
Gwen was born on October 13, 1957, in Waupun daughter of Lauren and Evelyn (Voskuil) Schaumberg. She was a graduate of Oakfield High School, Class of 1976. Gwen was united in marriage to David VanderGalien on August 28,...
Kelsey Marie Yonke
Jun 2, 2025
Kelsey Marie Yonke, age 67 of Markesan, passed away unexpectedly at her home in Markesan on Monday, June 2, 2025.
Kelsey was born on August 5, 1957, in Everett Washington, daughter of Robert and Liberty (Parish) Trechel. For many years, Kelsey dedicated herself to housekeeping at the Airforce base while her husband served in the U.S. Airforce. Kelsey had a heart...
Phyllis Ann Alsteen
May 23, 2025
Phyllis Ann Alsteen, age 90, of Fox Lake, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025, at her home.
Phyllis was born on March 1, 1935, in Maple Valley, Wisconsin, the daughter of Adolph and Margaret (Brumlic) Pelishek. She was united in marriage to Armond Alsteen on October 1, 1955.
Phyllis is survived by her husband, Armond Alsteen; children, Joseph (Wendy) Alsteen and...
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