Obituaries

Nov 14, 2023

Frances Hixon, left this world November 14, 2023, surrounded by God's merciful love and peace. She lived a long life and spent much of it helping others. Frances' career included telegraph operator for the railroad during World War II, and telephone operator in Dallas, where she met a co-worker who traded shifts with her one night in exchange for her...

Nov 9, 2023

Delores D. (Werch) Dorn, age 87, passed away on November 9, 2023, in Neenah, Wisconsin. She was born to parents, Edmund and Irene (Otto) Werch, on May 24, 1936, in Berlin, Wisconsin. She married the love of her life, Larry, on December 20, 1958. They spent over sixty-four wonderful years together. They also raised four children together. Delores enjoyed fishing,...

Nov 6, 2023

Robert "Bob" C. Laus, age 74, passed away on November 6th 2023 after a brief battle with cancer. Bob was born April 23, 1949 in Oshkosh, to parents M. Louise and Roman Curtis Laus. Bob married the love of his life, Donna, on July 28th and they were married 54 years. Partners in life and also business, together they ran...

Nov 4, 2023

Robert "Bob" G. Thompson, age 67, passed away on November 4, 2023, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was born on July 23, 1956, to parents, Thomas and Katherine (Schuster) Thompson in California. Bob was a CNA while in college, and was able to obtain his master's degree in accounting and business management at Marquette College (Go Golden Eagles). He then stepped...

Oct 31, 2023

With sadness in our hearts,we share the passing of Rick P. Schiessl of Omro, formerly of Oshkosh WI.  Rick was born in Oshkosh on August 15, 1968, the youngest child of Thomas and Ellouise (Whalen) Schiessl.  Rick graduated from Oshkosh West High School.  He married Tara (Sanders) on August 25, 2001, at St. Raphael's Church in Oshkosh.  They were blessed...

Oct 29, 2023

Jon Meitzen, of Neenah, was born on November 16th, 1963 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He passed away peacefully on October 29th, 2023, after a long battle with kidney disease and other illness at Edenbrook nursing home in Appleton, WI at the age of 59.

In high school Jon lettered track and throughout the years enjoyed...

Oct 26, 2023

Kathleen Anne Watson 03/28/1950-10/26/2023 Kathleen passed away peacefully at Aurora Hospital in Oshkosh on October 26 th , 2023. She had been battling cancer for 14 years. To know Kathleen is to recognize her dedication to God, her family, and the people that make up Salvation Army Church. Her faith could be seen in her perspective towards her obstacles. She...

Oct 24, 2023

Patricia Harry, age 89, went to join her Lord on October 24, 2023. She was born to parents, Anthony and Daphne (Ellingson) Walter, on October 3, 1934, in Hartford, Wisconsin. She attended the Patricia Stevens Finishing School, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, which helped her prepare for a career at Harwal Machine, in Gresham, Wisconsin. On July 16, 1955, she married the...

Oct 23, 2023

Thomas G. Schneider, 72 of Oshkosh, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at home in the early morning of October 23, 2023. He was born September 18, 1951 in Oshkosh – son of the late Sylvester and Arlene (Gaffney) Schneider. Tom spent many dedicated years at Leech. Tom enjoyed fishing, everything Harley Davidson, watching the Packers & Brewers, sipping a...

Oct 17, 2023

James "Jim" F. Madsen, age 72, passed away on October 17, 2023, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. He was born to parents, Nels and Anna Mae (Hart) Madsen, on December 21, 1950, in Wisconsin. Jim attended high school at Wauwatosa East, then enlisted in the Air Force. Conflicts during his career included the Vietnam War and Persian Gulf. He spent eight years,...

Oct 16, 2023

Amal A. Abdallah, age 61, passed away with her family by her side on October 16, 2023, at Aurora Hospital, Oshkosh, Wisconsin. She was born to parents, Abdallah and Bahira (Dahmah) Abdallah, on January 25, 1962, in Lebanon. She enjoyed arts and crafts like making diamond art, and chandeliers, or anything with cheetah print. Amal was also a dedicated fan...

Oct 13, 2023

Cheryl L. Gutjahr, 70, passed away on October 13, 2023 in Neenah, WI. She was born in Oshkosh, WI to parents, Patricia (Kaufman) and LeRoy Carlson. Cheryl had a fiery spirit and spicy personality, she was the life of the party and had a commanding presence. She was known for her love of shopping, music, and spending time on social...

Oct 10, 2023

Ann Jungwirth, passed away on October 10, 2023. She was born in Marion, Wisconsin on December 19, 1937. She married Larry Jungwirth on April 8, 1961. She is survived by her husband Larry and five children. Per her wishes, there will be a private memorial at a later date.

Oct 9, 2023

   Judith "Judy" (Stellpflug) Diener, 81, of Oshkosh, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023. She was born to John and Harriette (Conliff) Stellpflug on Dec. 12, 1941. She's a 1960 graduate of Oshkosh High, where she expressed her music appreciation and talent playing her flute. She moved to La Crosse, where she got her start as a Legal Assistant. She...

Oct 8, 2023

John Steven Long, age 62, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, October 8, 2023, surrounded by family and friends. Born in Menasha, WI, to Luella and Bruce Long. John graduated from Menasha High School and obtained an associate degree from Fox Valley Technical College.  Although John worked at many automotive jobs, his greatest accomplishment was owning and operating...

Oct 6, 2023

Cheryl Ann Knasel, 75, of Sister Bay, Wisconsin, died on October 6, 2023.  Jesus compassionately ended Cher's suffering, and she now joyfully lives in her heavenly home with her Savior, parents, brother (Robert W. Slottke), grandparents, uncles, aunts and cousins who have preceded her in death. Cheryl was born on February 2, 1948 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Robert J. and...

Oct 6, 2023

Harry S. Hartmann, 80, passed away October 6, 2023 after a long illness. He was born on February 6, 1943 in Rockford, Illinois to Samuel and Edna (Beck) Hartmann. Harry is survived by his wife, Lorraine, two sons, Troy and Darby; grandson, Hunter. He is further survived by two sisters, Penny (Carl) Schwertfeger of Oshkosh and Dorothy (Don) Wirkes of...

Oct 5, 2023

Mary Katherine Helm, also known as "Doddy" 70 of Oshkosh, WI, died peacefully on October 5, 2023, while sleeping in the comfort of her own home after a hard-fought three-year battle against Ovarian Cancer. She was born in Oshkosh, WI September 20, 1953, to the late John and Marion Dodd (Brunck) , who raised their eight children on a large...

Sep 26, 2023

On September 26 Paul Jacob Matsche passed away at home with his family by his side.  He was born June 11, 1942 in Oshkosh WI. Paul is survived by his wife of 56 years, Christine (Baker) Matsche and three Daughters, Paula (Rob) Osburn of Omro, Lisa (Chuck) Anderson of Oshkosh and Michelle Matsche of Oshkosh.  He cherished his role as...

Sep 24, 2023

James (Jim) George Millerd passed away peacefully in the early hours of Sunday, September 24th at Aurora Medical Center in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.  His introduction to the world was on March 9,1941 in New London, Wisconsin to George and Ruth (Bruley) Millerd. Jim graduated from Clintonville High School in 1959 and went on to attend the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh.  He...