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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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Eric Munsch

Eric Munsch

Feb 22, 2024

Eric James Munsch, age 35, passed away unexpectedly on February 22, 2024. He was born to parents, Gregory and Donna (Ostertag) Munsch on May 30, 1988, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Eric's family moved to Berlin, Wisconsin when Eric was in second grade, where his mom taught elementary art. After high school, Eric attended Fox Valley Technical College and obtained his certification...

William Wiegand

William Wiegand

Feb 15, 2024

William Albert "Bill" Wiegand Jr., age 79, was born to eternal life on February 15, 2024.   He has joined in death his beloved wife Pauline Wiegand, after 14 years of missing her. Bill was a veteran, having served in the Air Force for four years.  He attended Caroll College and then began working for the Social Security Administration and worked...

Kimberly Jenss

Kimberly Jenss

Feb 14, 2024

Kimberly Lynn Jenss, age 42, Oshkosh, passed away peacefully on the evening of Valentine's Day, February 14, 2024, at Cherry Meadows Hospice in Appleton, after a long illness. She was born to parents, A. James and Bonnie (Mowery) Jenss on October 17, 1981, at Theda Clark, Neenah. After graduating from Winneconne High School, Kim went to Madison Area Technical College...

Juanita Amos

Juanita Amos

Feb 13, 2024

In Loving Memory of Juanita Mildred Vance Amos (October 4, 1933 – February 13, 2024) With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to our cherished Juanita, who peacefully departed this life on February 13, 2024.  She now rests in the loving arms of her Lord and Savior. Born on October 4, 1933, Juanita was a beacon of light in the lives...

Joann Kornkven

Joann Kornkven

Feb 13, 2024

Joann "Auntie Jo Jo" Kornkven was born on August 24, 1957.  She passed away at home in Ripon, WI on February 13, 2024 after a well fought battle with cancer.  Her husband Karl and daughter Lindsey were by her side and were being lifted up in prayer by family and friends.  She was a loving wife, mother, and friend.  Joann...

Ralph Rennert

Ralph Rennert

Feb 13, 2024

Ralph K. Rennert, age 92, passed away with his wife by his side on February 13, 2024, at home. He was born to parents, Clarence and Clara (Gomoll) Rennert, on August 3, 1931, in Wisconsin. After high school, he entered into the United States Navy. Upon returning home, he met back up with the love of his life, June Tenant....

Luwilla Pillar

Luwilla Pillar

Feb 10, 2024

LuWilla S. Pillar, 91, passed away on February 10, 2024. She was born on March 16, 1932 to Agnes (Rentmeester) and Alvin Pigeon in Green Bay, WI. LuWilla was a talented fiber artist, spinning and dying yarn, felting and weaving. She also raised seven children, and will be remembered for being a devout, strong-willed, caring and compassionate woman.  She was...

Deedee Buechel

Deedee Buechel

Feb 3, 2024

DeeDee R. Buechel, 45, passed away unexpectedly on February 3, 2024. She was born on May 10, 1978. DeeDee enjoyed spending time with friends and family and partying. She loved her animals, especially her cat Rona. She had an insatiable smile and a wonderful sense of humor; she was always quick with a joke. On June 5, 2019 she became...

Connie Mcmaugh

Connie Mcmaugh

Feb 2, 2024

Connie Lynn McMaugh, 72, passed away unexpectedly in Sheboygan, WI on February 2, 2024. She was born in Wisconsin to Bernard and June Ertel. Connie graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with a degree in Spanish. She went on to obtain a Master's degree in Spanish from New York University. She worked for the US Government with a career in...

James Coe

James Coe

Jan 30, 2024

James D. Coe, 72 passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 30 2024 at Meadowbrook in Appleton after a brave battle with cancer. Born on April 19th, 1951 to the late Chester and Myrtle (Whalen) Coe in Oshkosh, WI.  The family was so proud of Jim's service in the Army and as a Vietnam Veteran receiving multiple purple hearts, service medals...

Joy Bennett

Joy Bennett

Jan 30, 2024

Joy A. (Colligan) Bennett, age 70, passed away with her family by her side on January 25, 2024, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. She was born to parents, Arden and Irene (Nelson) Colligan on July 13, 1953, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. She attended UWO Oshkosh with a major in Music and a minor in Geology. It was during that time she met the...

Scott Lorenz

Scott Lorenz

Jan 30, 2024

Scott Lorenz 1962-2024 Scott William Lorenz was given rest and relief on January 30, 2024, when he passed away at his parent's home after a long battle with cancer.  Courageous to the end, Scott rarely complained about his condition or any pain he might be having, and he was always gracious and interested in how the people around him were...

Dennis Robinson

Dennis Robinson

Jan 27, 2024

Dennis  Le Roy Robinson, age 81, passed away on January 27, 2024, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was born on March 13, 1942, to parents, Charles and Vera "B" (Mc Williams) Robinson, in Escondido, California. After high school, he went into the United States Navy up until his honorable discharge. In 1984, he married the love of his life, Donna Sutherland....

Andrea Bielby

Andrea Bielby

Jan 22, 2024

Andrea L. (Fravel) Bielby, age 60, passed away January 22, 2024, in Oshkosh, WI. She was born October 30, 1963, in Wautoma, WI, the daughter of Howard and Rita (Connolly) Fravel. She was an accomplished classical pianist and flutist. She attended Westfield High School where she played first chair flute and piccolo; UW Oshkosh in the music and liberal arts...

Jade Ryan

Jade Ryan

Jan 21, 2024

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Herman Knoblock

Herman Knoblock

Jan 19, 2024

Herman Charles Knoblock Jr., age 57, passed away on January 19, 2024, with his family by his side, in Appleton, Wisconsin. He was born to parents. Herman and Susan (Spiczenski) Knoblock Sr., on June 2, 1966, in Wisconsin. After high school, he attended Fox Valley Technical College, and obtained an associate degree in Metal Machining and Fabrication. He finished his...

Marion Butler

Marion Butler

Jan 17, 2024

Marion M. Butler, age 102, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2024. She was born in Oshkosh, on February 1, 1921, the daughter of Matthew and Gisella Schmitz.  She was a long-time resident of Oshkosh and a member of Most Blessed Sacrament (St. Mary's) Church.  On April 25, 1942, she married Glenn Keith Lambert, who preceded her in death on...

Erwin Warnke

Erwin Warnke

Jan 17, 2024

Erwin Heinz Warnke, known to many as Opa, age 89, passed away at home on January 17, 2024, in the town of Black Wolf, Wisconsin. Erwin was born to parents, Richard and Herta (Schuetz) Warnke, on June 16, 1934, in Zachasberg, Wartheland/ Germany. He moved to the United States from Germany when he was a young man. On October 31,...

Michael Dodson

Michael Dodson

Jan 16, 2024

Michael L. Dodson of Oshkosh passed away January 16, 2024. Mike was born to Wilbur and Marion (Lang) Dodson in Rockford, Illinois on August 11, 1940. He moved to the Eau Claire area with his mother as a young child and later to Omro with the family while in elementary school. He graduated from Omro High School in 1958 and...

Maurice Johnson

Maurice Johnson

Jan 16, 2024

Maurice "Budd" K. Johnson Jr., age 31, passed away on January 16, 2024, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was born to parents, Maurice and Betty (Fisher) Johnson Sr., on September 23, 1992, in Indiana. He enjoyed listening to rap music, watching horror movies, and playing board games with his family. He will be remembered for being kind and caring, especially to...

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