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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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Terry Glass

Terry Glass

Jul 16, 2021

Terry Eugene Glass, 64, on July 16, 2021 peacefully left his earthly body behind after a long struggle with COPD. Terry was a unique and special soul full of southern charm and witty one-liners, that always brought a laugh. He had a calming presence about him that made people feel welcome and put a smile on their face. He was...

Eugene Winkler

Eugene Winkler

Jul 15, 2021

Eugene Francis Winkler Jr, age 87, died on July 15, 2021 at Aurora Bay Care due to complications from surgery. Gene was born to the late Eugene F. Winkler Sr. and Lucille Weeks Winkler on July 30, 1933 in Chilton, WI. Gene graduated from Chilton High School in 1951, and was drafted into the army in 1953. He served during...

Jeanne Farrey

Jeanne Farrey

Jul 12, 2021

Jeanne Farrey died July 12, 2021. She was born in Huron, South Dakota on August 18, 1950, the daughter of Dean and Vera "Lucille" (Hammers) Farrey. Jeanne cherished her time spent with family, especially her grandchildren. She and her friends enjoyed lunches together with endless coffee refills. She loved; travel, history, reading and playing card games like hand and foot...

Virginia Frederick

Virginia Frederick

Jul 11, 2021

Virginia Frederick, age 95, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2021 in Omro, Wisconsin surrounded by family. She is survived by daughters Susan LaKosh (Rudy) of Omro, Wisconsin and Barbara Livingston (David) of Mobile, Alabama, granddaughters Carrie Livingston and Erin Schultz (Donnie), and many relatives and long-time friends. Virginia was born in Los Angeles, California, the daughter of Clyde C...

June Ochowicz

June Ochowicz

Jul 9, 2021

June Ann Ochowicz, age 76, passed away on Friday, July 9, 2021. She was born in Oshkosh on March 6, 1945, the daughter of the late Earl and Burdean (Schantz) Cummings. In January of 1972 she married Edward "Skip" Ochowicz at First English Lutheran Church, Oshkosh. He preceded her in death on June 3, 2001. June worked as a manager...

Steven Peters

Steven Peters

Jul 2, 2021

Steven C. Peters, age 62, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 2, 2021. He was born in Milwaukee on October 29, 1958, the son of the late Arthur and Gladys (Steiner) Peters. On January 5, 1990 he married Daphne Faber in Milwaukee. Steve was proud to serve in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a self-employed roofer for many years...

Charles Terrile

Charles Terrile

Jun 24, 2021

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Joan Cerra

Joan Cerra

Jun 24, 2021

JOAN CERRA July 28, 1934 – June 24, 2021 Joan Cerra, 80-year resident of Eagle River passed away peacefully on June 24, 2021. Preceded in death by parents, Benjamin and Violet Juve, brothers Ray and Bob, husband Victor, son Rick, and son-in-law, Mike Merkes. Survived by children Cherie Merkes and Bernard(Jane)Cerra. Grandchildren Kate and Matt(Amanda) Cerra, Michelle Merkes (Brandon)Dei, and...

Karin Harrell

Karin Harrell

Jun 5, 2021

Karin M. Harrell, formerly of Soldier's Grove, passed away peacefully at her home in Oshkosh on June 5, 2021. Karin was born in Madison on September 21, 1942 to Della (Parr) and Kenneth Mathison. After moving to Bear Valley she attended Ithaca High School and graduated in 1961. She returned to Madison to attend LPN school where she met and...

Laura Lapoint

Laura Lapoint

May 31, 2021

Laura D. LaPoint, age 75, passed away on May 31, 2021. She was born in Michigan on March 1, 1946 the daughter of the late Howard and Virginia (Blattert) Lovegrove. On June 2, 1983 she married her loving husband, Gerald LaPoint, who preceded her in death on November 12, 2020. Laura was a housekeeping supervisor for Shady Lane Nursing Home...

Mary Wojahn

Mary Wojahn

May 28, 2021

Mary Baumann Wojahn, age 70, passed away on Friday, May 28, 2021. She was born on April 18, 1951 the daughter of the late Lesley and Dorothy Baumann. Mary was married to her beloved husband, Tom, for 38 years. She enjoyed quilting and made beautiful quilts for family and friends. Mary was also an excellent cook. She worked for the...

Ralph Whitty

Ralph Whitty

May 28, 2021

Ralph R. Whitty, age 85, passed away on Friday, May 28, 2021. He was born in Oshkosh on January 14, 1936 the son of the late John and Kathleen (Ratchman) Whitty. In 1956 he married Dolores Weigelt and they were happily married until she passed away in 2001. Ralph worked for Morgan Doors for 40 plus years, learning many jobs....

Frank Sanchez

Frank Sanchez

May 26, 2021

Frank C. Sanchez Jr., age 61, of the town of Nekimi, passed away on May 26, 2021 from complications of Covid-19. Frank was born on November 11, 1959, in San Antonio, Texas, to Frank C. and Mary T. Sanchez Sr. of Omro, WI. Frank Jr. married his high school sweetheart Shari L. Thums in 1980, and they spent 40 very...

Josephine Fabozzi Spata (Knecht)

Josephine Fabozzi Spata (Knecht)

May 20, 2021

The day has arrived. . . On Thursday, May 20th, 2021 I lost my battle with cancer. I was born on August 8, 1964. I am survived by Bridgette Knecht, an extraordinary daughter. She cared for me and loved me like no one else could have. I am also survived by my loyal, nearly 15 year old lab, Abby. I...

Gerald Gialdella

Gerald Gialdella

May 19, 2021

Gerald "Jerry" W. Gialdella, age 68, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. He was born in Beckley, WV on June 23, 1952 the son of the late George and Opal (Johnson) Gialdella. On November 12, 2013 he married Becky Bonner Holden in Shelbyville, TN. Most recently, Jerry was proud to be a member...

Stephen Hull

Stephen Hull

May 5, 2021

Stephen B. Hull (Jan 1936- May 2021) Celebration of Life – Saturday July 3rd 2021 10:00am – 2:00pm 10:00 Gathering 11:00 Celebration Service 12:00 Remembrance Luncheon Location at "Spiritland" 8315 Steeple Hill Dr. Larsen, WI 54947 Drop off at house then overflow parking/shuttle available at local church and ball field.

Sherri Pelkey

Sherri Pelkey

May 3, 2021

Sherri L Pelkey, passed away May 3, 2021 in Oshkosh, WI. She was born to Henry and Karen Pelkey in New London. Sherri loved to watch Days of Our Lives, watch and collect movies, and she was known for her love of white tigers. She also loved spending time with her grandkids, and sharing her love to everyone she cared...

Dennis Rowen

Dennis Rowen

May 3, 2021

Dennis Allen Rowen, age 69 of Berlin, died unexpectedly on May 3, 2021. He was greeted in Heaven by his mother and father, brother Tom, and the rest of his loving family and friends that had gone before him. Dennis was born on March 6, 1952 in Berlin, the son of Bernard and Elaine (Pick) Rowen and raised in a...

Mark Kutchenriter

Mark Kutchenriter

Apr 30, 2021

Mark A. "Kutch" Kutchenriter passed away April 30, 2021 at ThedaCare in Neenah. He was born on July 27, 1953. He will be deeply missed by all his family, extended family, along with all his friends. Mark proudly served his country in the U.S. NAVY. To my handsome husband, I will miss you so much as will Chester, his best...

Joyce Thill

Joyce Thill

Apr 28, 2021

Joyce D. (Schmidt) Thill, age 86, of Oshkosh, passed away at her home Wednesday, April 28, 2021. Joyce was born March 13, 1935, in Illinois, daughter of the late Fred Schmidt and Dorothy (Stead) Schmidt. On May 19, 1956, she married Kenneth Thill. Joyce was employed with the Visiting Nurses Association (Mercy Medical Center) as a bookkeeper until her retirement...

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