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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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Walton Paul Elmer

Walton Paul Elmer

Sep 14, 2026

Walton “Wally” P. Elmer passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness on September 14, 2026.

In accordance with Wally’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Condolences and sympathies may be directed to the funeral home to be given to family at this time.

Lisa Boyce

Lisa Boyce

Sep 14, 2026

Lisa Marie (Loker) Boyce passed away September 14th, surrounded by her family at home. She was born on July 8, 1961, to Arden and Judith Loker. She married Joel Boyce on September 17, 1982.

Lisa was born hardworking, and no job was ever too tough or too much for her. From sewing overalls at Oshkosh B’Gosh to retiring from Amcor in...

Timothy Dale Gaetzke

Timothy Dale Gaetzke

Sep 14, 2026

Timothy Dale Gaetzke, age 61, of Oshkosh passed away on Monday September 14, 2026, at home with family by his side. Tim was born on April 15, 1965, in Littlefork, Minnesota to Stanley and Yvonne “Kae” Gaetzke.

Tim graduated at Littlefork – Big Falls High School in 1983. He then went on to Hibbing Technical Institute and got a degree in...

Lori Holzhausen

Lori Holzhausen

Sep 12, 2026

Lori (Schroeder) Holzhausen, age 61, of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on September 12, 2026. She was born on December 26, 1964, Lori was a lifelong resident of Oshkosh, a city she loved and called home throughout her life. Lori was a woman of vibrant passions, deep family roots, and unforgettable energy. She appreciated...

Jennifer Scherer

Jennifer Scherer

Sep 11, 2026

Jennifer C. Scherer, age 53, of Oshkosh, WI, entered the heavens on September 11, 2026, after losing her courageous battle with cancer at Aurora Medical Center Oshkosh, surrounded by her loved ones.

Jen was born June 18, 1973, in Oshkosh, WI to David Joseph Scherer and Deborah Jean (Barnett) Scherer. She spent her childhood growing up on her family farm between...

Carol June Rayson

Carol June Rayson

Sep 9, 2026

Carol J. Rayson, 88, passed away in Oshkosh, WI on September 9, 2026. She was born in West Bend, WI to parents, Warren S. and Isabelle A. (Culver) Frank.

Carol loved to get together with family and friends, she would often be found adventuring outdoors, camping and spending time in nature. She also loved to crochet and knit, and watch sports...

Carola Jean Brunover

Carola Jean Brunover

Sep 7, 2026

Carola Jean Brunover, 83, passed away on September 7, 2026, she was born on November 13, 1942, to parents Edward and Alice (Schuhart) Butzlaff in Oshkosh, WI.

She married the love of her life, Thomas Brunover on September 4, 1965, and they shared nearly 50 years together before he passed in 2015. She was a devoted wife and mother. She loved...

Laura L Mills

Laura L Mills

Sep 7, 2026

Laura Lea Mills passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on September 7, 2026, following a short but strong and courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Yuma, Arizona on November 13, 1957, to Lowell and Jeanette Conrad both of whom are preceding her in death. Laura met the love of her life, Alan Mills in San...

Michael S Essick

Michael S Essick

Sep 5, 2026

Michael “Mike” S. Essick, age 66, passed away with loved ones by his side on September 5, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. He was born on October 14, 1959, to the late Patricia L. (Eichten) Essick and Russell L. Essick Jr., in Chicago, IL.

Right after high school, Mike entered into the United States Air force, proudly serving both active and reserves...

June L Holmqvist

June L Holmqvist

Sep 4, 2026

June L. Holmqvist, age 88, entered into eternal rest peacefully on September 4, 2026, at Courtyard Assisted Living in Oshkosh, WI.

June Johnson was born in Wisconsin Rapids, WI on April 3, 1938. Daughter of Elmer and Claribel (Stafford) Johnson. She graduated from High School in Wisconsin Rapids and earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from Lawrence University in Appleton, WI....

Kelly D. Viertel

Kelly D. Viertel

Sep 3, 2026

Kelly Viertel, of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, passed away on September 3, 2026, following a massive stroke on September 1. He was born on May 16, 1962, in Berlin, Wisconsin, to Claire and Sally Viertel.

Kelly was never your average person—and honestly, he wouldn’t have wanted to be. He was wonderfully unique, curious, funny, and full of life. For more than 30 years,...

George Henry Lutgen

George Henry Lutgen

Aug 30, 2026

George Henry Lutgen, 67, passed away at home surrounded by his family and pets after a brief battle with cancer. George was born in Minneapolis, MN to Henry F. and Edythe M. (Bingham) Lutgen. George was a strong advocate for animal rights and welfare.

He was a loving husband, father and friend. George had a passion for the outdoors and culinary...

Betty Dorow

Betty Dorow

Aug 29, 2026

Betty Dorow, 81, passed away at her home in Oshkosh on August 29, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was born on December 4, 1944, to Laura and Russell Terry in Oshkosh. Betty married Russell Dorow in 1965 and together, they had six children, Laurie Dorow, Michael Dorow, Robert Dorow, Kathy (Mickey) Stalberger, Karen Cantrell (Michael Derleth) and Holly Shapiro....

Thomas Michael Reigh

Thomas Michael Reigh

Aug 27, 2026

Thomas Michael Reigh, age 78, of Oshkosh, WI, passed away peacefully at home on August 27, 2026. He was born on December 11, 1947, in Oshkosh, WI to Homer and Mary Reigh. Thomas graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1966 and attended 2 years of college. He married his high school sweetheart, Grace Rae Wilson of Oshkosh, WI on August...

Gregory Paul Blume

Gregory Paul Blume

Aug 25, 2026

Gregory “Greg” Paul Blume, 73, passed away on August 25, 2026, in Appleton, WI. He was born on April 15, 1953, in Dubuque, Iowa to LaVerne Irving and Elaine Elvera (Hatzenbuehler) Blume.

Greg held a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. He married Jan Herrity on August 20, 1977, and he held his career as a marriage and family therapist until his...

Edward C Wilcox

Edward C Wilcox

Aug 24, 2026

Edward “Eddie” Clarence Wilcox, 79, passed away on August 24, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. He was born on March 6, 1947, to parents, George and Betty Wilcox in Oshkosh, WI. Eddie graduated from Fox Valley Technical College with a certificate as a Diesel Mechanic, working for Ryder Truck Rental and Kimberly Clark. He was also an entrepreneur as well as...

Dana J Wyrembeck

Dana J Wyrembeck

Aug 24, 2026

Dana Jean Wyrembeck, age 53 of Oshkosh, passed away Monday, August 24, 2026.

She was born on March,16th, 1973 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, the daughter of the late Edward and Audrey Wyrembeck.

Dana is survived by her siblings: Deborah Honn, Diana Vajgrt (Michael), Donna Krohn (Patrick), Edward Wyrembeck (Theresa), Dawn Proehl and Darcy Herbeck (Michael).

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at...

Michael Eugene Jones

Michael Eugene Jones

Aug 23, 2026

Michael E. Jones, 77, passed away unexpectedly in Oshkosh, WI on August 23, 2026. He was born in Wisconsin to parents, Eugene and Florence (Wolf) Jones on October 19, 1954. He graduated from Oshkosh High School and went on to work at Buckstaff Co. as a Security Guard. Michael loved to talk with others on his CB radio and going...

Leslie D Lohff

Leslie D Lohff

Aug 18, 2026

Leslie David Lohff, 87, passed away on August 18, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. He was born on January 11, 1939, in the town of Deer Creek, WI to parents, Arthur and Viola (Russell) Lohff.

Les attended Marion High School. On February 24th of 1962 he married Phyllis Knitt at Christus Lutheran Church in Clintonville. They were later divorced. He later married...

Lawrence Joseph Jungwirth

Lawrence Joseph Jungwirth

Aug 16, 2026

On August 16, 2026, our sweet “Daddio”, Lawrence Joseph Jungwirth, was called home to be reunited with his creator, while surrounded by his five children at Park View Health Center in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Larry was 92 years old, born November 8, 1933, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was the third son born to Jacob and Catherine Jungwirth. Larry graduated from Oshkosh...

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