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Recent Obituaries in Oshkosh, WI

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Oshkosh, WI area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Barbara Jo Crawley

Barbara Jo Crawley

Jun 4, 2026

It is with sadness and love that we share the peaceful passing of Barbara Jo Crawley (nee Haidvogl) on June 4th, 2026, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. She was born in Wausau, Wisconsin on January 18th, 1952, to mother, Margaret Ann Haidvogl (Held) and father, Gerald Jerome Haidvogl.

She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer (Radha) Meagen Crawley and Aaron Schwaller; granddaughters, Jasmine...

DuWayne J. Sawall

DuWayne J. Sawall

Jun 2, 2026

DuWayne “Dewey” Joseph Sawall, age 69, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, at home with his beloved wife, Denise, by his side. He was born June 14, 1956, in Oshkosh, WI to the late Robert Sr. & Lorraine (Bartel) Sawall. He was a graduate of Oshkosh West High School. He married the former Denise J. Fritz on December 28,...

James W. Brockhaus Jr.

James W. Brockhaus Jr.

May 31, 2026

James Walter Brockhaus Jr. passed away on May 31, 2026, in Ripon, WI. Jim was born on September 12, 1956, in Oshkosh, WI to the late James Walter Sr. and Virginia (Mauel) Brockhaus. He is survived by his three siblings, two children, four grandchildren and a special friend.

No formal services are planned at this time.

Donald C Laper

Donald C Laper

May 30, 2026

Donald C. Laper passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Don was born in Markesan, WI on July 6, 1937, to Maurice and Margaret Laper. He attended the University of Wisconsin in Madison and graduated with a degree in Economics. Don worked in the Madison area as an investment broker for many years, a job at which he truly excelled....

Merlin G. Jolin

Merlin G. Jolin

May 28, 2026

Merlin Gregory Jolin passed away on May 28, 2026. Merlin was the son of Ervan and Shirley (Lannoye) Jolin. He was born on December 14, 1961, in Green Bay WI. Merlin is survived by four children, Heather, Felecia, Desiree; son, Brandon; and four grandchildren, all of Wausau, WI. He leaves behind three sisters, Sharlene (Carl) Seibel, Cindy (Dennis) Flynn and...

Robert W Probst

Robert W Probst

May 28, 2026

Robert “Bob” Probst

October 26, 1951 – May 28th, 2026 (75 years old)

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we share that Bob’s life gracefully concluded on Thursday, May 28 after losing his 15+ year battle with Parkinsons.

Bob was, above all else, a man of joy, laughter, and heart. A fun-loving, silly jokester of a father and...

John M Fenno

John M Fenno

May 27, 2026

John Montgomery Fenno of Antigo, WI, age 87, passed away on May 27, 2026, at Ascension Mercy Hospital in Oshkosh, WI. He was born on April 7, 1939, to parents John C. and Lorraine Fenno in St. Paul, MN.

After high school, John went on to attend college at UW-Milwaukee. He then enlisted in the United States Army Reserve. John was...

Arthur Carl Youngwirth

Arthur Carl Youngwirth

May 23, 2026

Art Youngwirth

04/08/59 * 05/23/26

He fought a courageous battle with cancer for 2 years. Art was born on April 8, 1959, to parents, Francis Youngwirth and Lucille (Johnson) Youngwirth, in Oshkosh, WI.

Art was a welder throughout his life, at various places. His most recent jobs were at Leach Company (Federal Signal)- 1988 through 2006, and Oshkosh Truck- 2007-2017, until his retirement.

He...

Kevin K Price

Kevin K Price

May 20, 2026

Kevin Keith Price, 55, passed away in Fond du Lac, WI on May 20, 2026. He was born on March 19, 1971, in Wilmington, Delaware to Cecilia Smack and raised by his guardians, Dawn and Johnny Smack. Kevin worked as a truck driver for many years. He enjoyed fishing, playing sports and spending time with friends and family. He also...

Paula May Wing

Paula May Wing

May 19, 2026

Paula May Wing, born Paula May Gauger, age 70, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her children, on the morning of May 19th, 2026. She was born on May 15, 1956, to parents, Lawrence Gauger Jr. and Pauline (Nielsen) Gauger. One of five children.

As a lifelong resident of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Paula enjoyed the things we all love: Friday night...

Brian W McMahan

Brian W McMahan

May 16, 2026

Brian W. McMahan, age 69, passed away unexpectedly on May 16, 2026, at Aurora Hospital, in Oshkosh, WI. He was born on October 29, 1956, to parents, George Delmar and Lelia Mary (Thomas) McMahan, in Michigan. One of nine children

Brian worked various factory jobs until he entered into the United States Army in 1977. He started out as an Aircraft...

Alan R. Van Ornum

Alan R. Van Ornum

May 16, 2026

Alan Richard Van Ornum, age 58, passed away unexpectedly at home, on May 16, 2026, in Redgranite, WI. He was born on February 8, 1968, to parents, Roger Van Ornum and Cheryl (Salefsky) Olsen, in Berlin, WI.

After graduating from Wautoma High School, he went on to attend some college and continued on as an ironworker in the Union. Alan built...

Louie Lee Dellinger

Louie Lee Dellinger

May 11, 2026

Louie Lee Dellinger, age 80, of Hortonville, WI passed away on Monday May 11th, 2026. Born on August 30th, 1945, in Buchanan, MI to Lawrence “Pete” and Mary (Hamilton) Dellinger. He attended South Bend College of Commerce and studied tax/accounting. Lou joined the United States Air Force in 1965 and served in Vietnam for 3 years. Lou retired from Central...

Sarah Mentzer

Sarah Mentzer

May 11, 2026

Sarah “Sally” Josephine Mentzer April 22, 1938 – May 11, 2026 Sarah “Sally” Josephine Mentzer, 88, of Ripon, Wisconsin, formerly of Oshkosh, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026. She was born in New London, Wisconsin, on April 22, 1938, to Laurence Charles Rozelle and Mable Louise (Stedjee) Rozelle. She graduated from Washington High School in 1956. Sally spent many...

Joseph Yurek

Joseph Yurek

May 9, 2026

Joseph Yurek, 82, of Oshkosh, WI, passed away Friday May 8, 2026. Joseph was born in Green Bay, to Joseph and Mary Yurek. He was employed by Neenah Foundry for 33 years. Joe was an avid golfer, upon retirement you could find him on the golf course 5 days a week or may have just caught a glimpse of him...

Larry Edward Dorn

Larry Edward Dorn

May 8, 2026

Larry E. Dorn, age 87, passed away on May 8, 2026, in Menasha, WI. He was born to Clarence and Helen (Warning) Dorn on August 20, 1938. He married the love of his life, Delores Werch, on December 20, 1958. They spent over sixty-four wonderful years together. Together they raised four children. Larry enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing cards with family...

Dawn Connell

Dawn Connell

May 6, 2026

Dawn Renee Connell, age 70, passed away on May 6, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. She was born on December 26, 1955, to parents, Edward and Mary (Trump) Diethman, in Wisconsin. After graduating high school, she attended some additional college classes for early childhood education. She married Patrick Connell on April 15, 2000, in Lake Mead. Together, they were blessed with...

David Cooney

David Cooney

May 3, 2026

David was born on May 17, 1958, in Richmond, VA and passed away on May 3, 2026, in Neenah, WI. David grew up in Lake Mills, WI. He lived a life marked by curiosity, resilience, gratitude, and a deep appreciation for the world around him. He had a passionate pursuit of learning and greatly enjoyed taking college classes, reading, and...

Guy M Sternitzky

Guy M Sternitzky

Apr 30, 2026

Guy M Sternitzky, age 62, passed away after a courageous battle that lasted for over a year and a half, on April 30, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. He was born to parents, Loraine and Merlin, on March 10, 1964, in Stevens Point, WI.

He graduated from St. Mary's Springs HS and went into the work force. He held several jobs over...

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