Obituaries

Kathleen Diane Kamphuis

Kathleen Diane Kamphuis

Oct 23, 2025

Kathleen Diane Kamphuis, age 82, of Waupun, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac, WI.

Kathy was born on October 30, 1942, in Beaver Dam, WI, daughter of Theodore and Eleanor (Wanilista) Rake. She was united in marriage to Byron Kamphuis on June 17, 1974, in Las Vegas, NV. Kathy graduated...

Robert "Bob" John Wendlandt

Robert "Bob" John Wendlandt

Oct 18, 2025

Robert John Wendlandt, age 99 of Randolph passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Randolph Health Services.

Robert was born on January 17, 1926, in Randolph, WI, son of John and Olga (Bauer) Wendlandt. He was united in marriage to Geraldine Kluge on September 24, 1947, at St. John's Lutheran Church, Township of Trenton. Bob dedicated his life to...

Harold "Kent" Scott

Harold "Kent" Scott

Oct 17, 2025

H. Kent Scott 85 of Harrisburg SD, Duluth MN, and now Markesan WI passed away peacefully on his 85th birthday – 10/17/25. He was blessed with heavenly expectation without pain or angst.

Kent grew up in Harrisburg, SD, eventually moving to Sioux Falls, SD, then to Kaukauna WI, Atlanta GA, and then Duluth, MN. As a heavy road, bridge building superintendent...

Clinton Smith

Clinton Smith

Oct 12, 2025

Clinton Junior Smith, age 91 of Waupun, went to his heavenly home on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at the Christian Home in Waupun.

Clinton was born on September 8, 1934, in Pardeeville, WI, son of Clinton and Florence (Trimbell) Smith. He was united in marriage to Sylvia Posthuma on March 9, 1959, at First Randolph Christian Reformed Church. Clinton had a...

Barbara "Barb" Ann Brandenburger

Barbara "Barb" Ann Brandenburger

Oct 11, 2025

Barbara Ann Brandenburger, age 86, of Randolph, passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.

Barb was born on January 11, 1939, in Fond du Lac, the daughter of Ivan and Florence (Klestinski) Beirne. On January 26, 1970, she was united in marriage to Kenneth Brandenburger in Juneau, Wisconsin. Barb was known for...

Holly Marshall

Holly Marshall

Oct 7, 2025

Holly Gaye Marshall, age 70 of Neenah passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Oak Ridge Gardens, Menasha, WI.

A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, October 13, 2025, at Kingston Cemetery. Markesan Community Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Judith "Judy" Slinger

Judith "Judy" Slinger

Oct 5, 2025

Judith Lynn (Zager) Slinger, known lovingly as Judy, age 73, of Danville, California, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 5, 2025.

Born in Richland Center, Wisconsin, Judy graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a degree in Special Education and went on to earn her Master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. She later earned her Doctor of...

Jeanette L. Christian

Jeanette L. Christian

Sep 29, 2025

Jeanette L. Christian, age 94, of Randolph, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Marshfield Medical Center in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin.

Jeanette was born on November 5, 1930, in Otsego, Wisconsin, the daughter of John and Lydia (Borde) Nintzel. In 1944, she was confirmed at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in Beaver Dam and was a graduate of Beaver Dam High...

Grace Ellen Clark

Grace Ellen Clark

Sep 28, 2025

Grace Ellen Clark, age 89 of Waupun, left this world peacefully on September 28, 2025, at her home.

Grace was born on August 18, 1936, in Oakfield, WI, daughter of Joseph and Marie (Hunke) Eggers. She was united in marriage to Leo Clark on April 22, 1961, in Oakfield, WI. For nearly 20 years, Grace dedicated her hard work and passion...

Beverly "Bev" Ann Dobbratz

Beverly "Bev" Ann Dobbratz

Sep 27, 2025

Beverly Ann Dobbratz (nee Schultz), age 82, passed away at her Randolph home on September 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Bev was born April 27, 1943, to her parents, Bernard and Jeanette Schultz (nee Holnagel). She started working at a young age at her mother’s store, Schultz’s Food Market, located in downtown Randolph. Growing up, Dave and Bev were...

Norman Robert Wiersma

Norman Robert Wiersma

Sep 26, 2025

Norman Robert Wiersma, age 82 of Randolph, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025, in Madison.

Norman was born on July 1, 1943, son of Clifford and Alberta (Boomsma) Wiersma Sr. He was united in marriage to Ardis Alsum on December 13, 1963, at First Reformed Church in Friesland. Norman attended Country School, where he laid the foundation for a life...

Debra Ann White

Debra Ann White

Sep 24, 2025

Debra Ann White, age 72 of Markesan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Markesan Resident Home.

Debra was born on November 21, 1952, daughter of Elmer and Florence (Henke) Hutter. She was a graduate of Markesan High School, class of 1971. Debra’s early life set a foundation for the kindness and generosity that would define her. She was...

Cory Joe Schultz

Cory Joe Schultz

Sep 21, 2025

Cory Joe Schultz, age 44 years 3 months and 20 days of Randolph, WI, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Randolph on Sunday, September 21, 2025.

A celebration of Cory’s life will be held on Sunday, October 12, 2025, from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Savanna Oaks Community Center 100 Savanna Road Fall River, WI 53932. Cory will receive his...

Donald "Don" De Vries

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.

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...

David John Buss

David John Buss

Aug 21, 2025

David John Buss was born March 15, 1960, in Wauwatosa, WI, and lived in Waupun, WI until August 21, 2025, where he eternally retired to his beautiful place. He was the beloved son of Harvey and Martha Buss, brother of Sherri (Buss) Pulda, and husband of Wanda (Henning) Buss, who preceded him in death on September 2, 1992.

Dave is survived...

Brigid Ann Palmer

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

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

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

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...