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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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Patrice Farrow

Patrice Farrow

Mar 7, 2025

Patrice "Pat" Farrow, age 71, passed away with family by her side on March 7, 2025, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. She was born on September 29, 1953, to parents, Eugene and Marjorie (LaMere) Farrow. Pat was a 1971 graduate of Oshkosh West High School. In 1973, she moved to Chicago, where she lived for over 50 years. She recently moved back...

Terrence Zalas

Terrence Zalas

Feb 26, 2025

Terrence J. Zalas, age 68, of Fremont WI, went to his heavenly home on February 26.  He was born on August 4, 1956, to Benjamin and Helen (Sygler) Zalas.  Terry was raised in Indiana.  At sixteen, Terry moved to Oshkosh, where his father took a job with the University. Terry married Connie (Wittchow) on March 3, 1979, at Plymouth Congregational...

Gary Meinen

Gary Meinen

Feb 25, 2025

Gary L. Meinen Sr., age 75, passed away with his wife by his side on February 25, 2025, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was born on July 20, 1949, to parents, Clarence and Betty (Murphy) Meinen, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. After graduating from Oshkosh High School, he went into the United States Army, where he proudly served from 1969-1975. He then worked...

Carol San Filippo

Carol San Filippo

Feb 24, 2025

Carol Ann San Filippo passed away at her home in Omro, Wisconsin on February 24, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends. Carol was born in Sacramento, California on August 21,1943 and was raised in Fresno, California. She graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1960. While in high school she met the love of her life, Vance....

Shelly Ortiz

Shelly Ortiz

Feb 20, 2025

Shelly Kaye (Galitz) Ortiz passed away on February 20, 2025, after courageously battling Multiple Sclerosis for 40 years. She was born on May 22, 1962, in Wisconsin Dells, WI, where she spent her childhood and formative years. After graduating from high school, Shelly enlisted in the United States Air Force, proudly serving her country for four years before being honorably...

Fay Klima Sutter

Fay Klima Sutter

Feb 14, 2025

Fay Christine Klima Sutter, 74, of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, passed away on February 14th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Fay C. Klima Sutter was born May 3rd, 1949, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, the daughter of Richard Klima and Dorrine Phillips. She married Richard Sutter in January 2005 in Oshkosh. Fay had a lengthy career at Plus Wood for 47...

Barbara Tierney

Barbara Tierney

Feb 14, 2025

Barbara A. Tierney, 80, went home to her Lord and Savior on Friday, February 14, 2025. She was born in Wausau to Bernard and Magdalene Zastrow on March 29, 1944. She met Richard Tierney while living with her sister in Appleton. They married on February 23, 1963. Barb and Dick lived in Neenah and raised their three children, Kevin, Allan...

Charles Beyer

Charles Beyer

Feb 11, 2025

Charles E. Beyer, 95, passed away on February 11, 2025. He was born on October 20, 1929 in Oshkosh, to parents, William and Alma Beyer. He married Marion Babler in 1979 and in his younger years he worked at Coca-Cola and Dr. Pepper, then as a construction worker of the local 330 for 55 years retiring in 1991.  Charles enjoyed...

Jorge Hernandez

Jorge Hernandez

Feb 10, 2025

Jorge Arnulfo Hernandez, 61, of Oaxaca, Mexico, passed away on the morning of February 10, 2025. He was born on February 8, 1964, a loving father, cherished friend and a hardworking man who always carried a smile. He was known for his kindness, capability, and social nature, always bringing joy to those around him. Jorge had a deep passion for...

Dorothy Jendraszak

Dorothy Jendraszak

Feb 9, 2025

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Dorothy Victoria Jendraszak, age 93, of Oshkosh, Wisconsin (formerly of Green Lake WI, Tinley Park IL, and Chicago IL). Dorothy passed on Friday February 7, 2025. Dorothy was born in Chicago, Illinois on November 9th, 1931, and was raised by her mother, Victoria and father, Dominic Sosnowski. Growing up, she excelled...

Sandra Engel

Sandra Engel

Feb 9, 2025

It is with great sorrow to announce that Sandra J. Engel, a very loving and caring wife, partner, dear daughter, fun-loving stepmom and grandma unexpectedly passed away on February 9, 2025, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. She will be deeply, deeply missed.

Gilbert Meisinger

Gilbert Meisinger

Feb 4, 2025

Gilbert "Gib" Meisinger passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at the age of 77. Gib was born on September 16, 1947, in Oshkosh to Audrey (Ehrenberg) and Louis Meisinger Jr. He graduated from Oshkosh Lourdes and was passionate about many sports. After high school, Gib proudly served in the Army for two years. Many would tell you that Gib's...

Diane Roberts

Diane Roberts

Feb 3, 2025

Diane D. (Decker) Roberts, age 81, passed away on February 3, 2025, in Neenah, Wisconsin. She was born on July 8, 1943, to parents, Homer and Mary (Bradley) Decker in Wisconsin, one of ten children. On September 18, 1959, she married the love of her life, Keith Roberts. Together, they raised two children. They were inseparable until his passing in...

Joseph Tovar

Joseph Tovar

Jan 31, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of Joseph Jauregui Tovar on January 31, 2025.  Joe (as he was known to most) was a cherished friend, mentor, and respected figure who made a profound impact on the lives of so many.  Born on February 14, 1947 in San Antonio, Texas, he was the fifth child of David...

Theresa Edgell

Theresa Edgell

Jan 31, 2025

Theresa "Tessie" Edgell, age 98, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025, at Mercy Medical Center. Born on May 4, 1926, in the township of Peck, Langlade County, Tessie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. She is now reunited in spirit with her loving husband, Vernon "Choppy"; her parents, Thressa and Percy Gardner Sr.; her sisters, Verna...

Jerry Lang

Jerry Lang

Jan 28, 2025

Jerry P. Lang, age 77, passed away at home after a brief illness on Tuesday, January 28. He was born in Woodbury, NJ on November 14, 1947, to Fred and Dorothy (Peters) Lang. He earned a bachelor's degree in history from Franklin and Marshall College and a second bachelor's degree in criminal justice/political science from Columbus College while serving in...

Thomas Buehring

Thomas Buehring

Jan 27, 2025

Thomas "Tom" Buehring, 69, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025. He was born in Wisconsin to parents, Joyce (Rusch) and Donald Buehring on June 2, 1955. Tom married his high school sweetheart, Susan Palecek on September 19, 1975, and together shared nearly 50 years of marriage. He also enjoyed galivanting around the country roads, farming trucking, playing cards (especially...

Ulrich Boss

Ulrich Boss

Jan 24, 2025

Ulrich H. "Rick" Boss, age 85, of Oshkosh, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Aurora Hospital, Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was born in Oshkosh on January 17, 1940, to Ulrich S. and Eleanor (Jacobs) Boss. He enjoyed country dancing, country music, traveling and gambling. Rick is survived by two daughters, Christina (Andy) Sonnleitner and Sabina (Jim Rothe) Schiessl; three...

David Stang

David Stang

Jan 22, 2025

David "Dave" C. Stang, age 93, passed away on January 22, 2025, in Mercy Hospital, Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was born to parents Esther and George Stang on March 12, 1931, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. After high school, David furthered his education in Art Studies. He spent his career helping others pick out the perfect décor and paint to personalize their homes...

Margaret Helmers

Margaret Helmers

Jan 13, 2025

On January 13, 2025, Margaret "Maggie" Faith Helmers (née Hasenberg) passed away peacefully at the age of 96, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and warmth. Born on July 20, 1928, she was the fifth child of Lydia and William Hasenberg, who immigrated from Finland and Germany. Margaret's childhood was shaped by her upbringing in Mercer, WI where she lived...

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