Obituaries

Apr 3, 2024

Dennis C. Gunkel, age 82, passed away on April 3, 2024, at his residence. He was born on January 3, 1942, to parents, Clark and Mary (Berthold) Gunkel, in Wisconsin. He married his high school sweetheart, Sharon Gebhardt on January 20, 1962, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Together, they raised four children. Dennis was a journeyman butcher for many years, most recently...

Apr 3, 2024

Jerald Lee Peterson, age 74, passed away at his residence on April 3, 2024. He was born to parents, Edwin and Florence (Gunderson/) Peterson on June 9, 1949, in Wisconsin. He was the oldest of four boys. He enjoyed listening to music, especially the CD's that his brother, Goody made for him with all of the oldies. His passion was...

Mar 29, 2024

"Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but the moments that take our breath away." Our lives are but a journey – today we share the passing of a very special woman, who always thought about others before herself. Kirsten Ann (Engebretsen) Wengeler left her earthly presence at the young age of 48 on Friday, March...

Mar 24, 2024

Judy Lynn (Kunde) Peck passed away at home on Sunday, March 24, 2024, surrounded by family. Judy was born on January 25 th 1960, to Richard F. & Barbara A. (Kilbey) Kunde. She gave birth to her only child in July, 1982. Judy then found the love of her life in 1992 and they finally married on October 26 th...

Mar 23, 2024

Vernon "Vern" Russell Staerkel, age 55, passed away on March 23, 2024, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was born to parents, Vernon W. and Shirley (Schlichting) Staerkel on May 16, 1968, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. After high school at Oshkosh West, Vern attended UW Oshkosh and was part of the Sigma Pi fraternity (ΣΠ). He received his bachelor's degree and went on...

Mar 20, 2024

Doris E. Luther, 97, of Oshkosh, passed away peacefully at her home on March 20, 2024, surrounded by her family. Doris is survived by her daughters, Lynn (Reade) Miller, Jill (Mike) Duckett, Gail (William) Campbell; nine grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray; and her son, Mark. In accordance with Doris'...

Mar 17, 2024

Dorothy Louise Heintz, age 86, of Oshkosh, WI passed away peacefully in her home on March 17, 2024, with her family at her side. She was born on July 16, 1937, to the late Sylvester and Mildred Wagner. Dorothy grew up in Oshkosh, WI, attended St. Mary's Catholic grade school, and graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1955. Dorothy married...

Mar 17, 2024

Laura Jean Unger passed away peacefully on March 17, 2024, at the age of 62.  Born March 2, 1962, in Waukesha, WI, she was the first daughter of Carole and Larry Unger. She grew up in Waterford, where some of her fondest childhood memories were spending long summer days exploring the fields and forests surrounding the family home, and the...

Mar 16, 2024

In loving memory of Tammy Kivi, an Up North girl born to Arne and Judith Carlson on August 4, 1963 , in Hayward, WI. She left her mark on the world on Saturday March 16th with her unparalleled capacity for love at the age of 60. Tammy was born and raised on a farm in Seeley; she knew the value...

Mar 13, 2024

James "JT" Carry-Lee Taylor Jr., age 32, passed away unexpectedly on March 7, 2024, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with his family and close friends by his side. He was born on September 19, 1991, to parents James and Laynettie (Haney) Taylor Sr., in Illinois. He graduated from Oshkosh West High School and soon after met the love of his life Breanna...

Mar 9, 2024

Barbara "Barb" J. (Martin) Balcerzak, age 63, of Fond du Lac, WI, left the world peacefully on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at home- wrapped tightly in the loving arms of family. She was born on November 3, 1960, to parents, August and Viola (Foster) Martin. She went on to marry Gary Osborne and later to Ronald Balcerzak. In her early...

Mar 9, 2024

Fredric Carl Auclair, at age 73, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.  Fred was born February 7, 1951 in Milwaukee to parents Carl and Delores Auclair.  The family moved to Oshkosh in 1954. Fred graduated in 1969 from Oshkosh High School where he excelled in athletics. Fred was a three-sport letter-winner in football,...

Mar 7, 2024

Ruth Felker Elliot, 87, of Oshkosh passed away peacefully on March 7, 2024 at her home. She was born on January 11, 1937. She was an employee of Winnebago County for over 25 years, retiring in 2007 as airport Director of Wittman Regional Airport. She will be remembered for her passion for reading. Ruth Ann had no children of her...

Mar 6, 2024

Vern "V" Ratchman, age 76, passed away unexpectedly with his family by his side on March 6, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was born to parents, Victor and Dorothy (Kuklinski) Ratchman on June 27, 1947, in Wisconsin. He graduated from Oshkosh High (football star defender) and went into the United States Armed Forces, Army Branch. He then...

Mar 5, 2024

Maurice "Budd Sr." K. Johnson Sr., age 52, passed away on March 5, 2024, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was born to parents, Kenneth and Jeanette (Flynn) Johnson Sr, on November 28, 1971, in Indiana. He met his wife in the WCC neighborhood. On April 7, 2003, he married Betty Fisher in Crown Point, Indiana. Together, they raised two children. In...

Mar 3, 2024

Dale Francis "Bud" Lenz was born on March 9, 1932, to the late Oscar and Barbara (Robel) Lenz in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, passed away in Oshkosh on March 3, 2024 at age 91. He joined the United States Army – National Guard in March 1949 and served with the 32 nd Red Arrow Division Unit, being honorably discharged in 1965, with...

Mar 3, 2024

Jeff Jensen, age 51, went home to his Heavenly Father on March 3, 2024 after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born in 1972 to Bob Jensen and Marge (Huhn) Jensen. Jeff was born and raised in Menasha. He attended St. Johns Catholic Grade School and Menasha High School graduating in 1991. He eventually moved to Oshkosh where...

Mar 1, 2024

Ricky "Rick" Roger Cavanaugh, age 71, passed away with his family by his side on March 1, 2024, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was born to parents, Donald and Marian (Frey) Cavanaugh on January 22, 1953, in Wisconsin. Rick entered the Army National Guard 1157 Division and proudly served for a six-year term. Upon returning to civilian life, he was introduced...

Feb 26, 2024

Casey A. Paschke, 65, passed away in Fond du Lac, WI. He was born in Wisconsin on July 19, 1958 to James and Dorothy Paschke. Casey loved playing guitar, Oshkosh history, and antiques. He was always willing to lend a hand and help anyone in need. He will be remembered for the wonderful pizzas that he made. He is survived...

Feb 23, 2024