Obituaries

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

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...