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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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Brian Taugher

Brian Taugher

Jul 16, 2018

Brian Daire Taugher, loved by his family, loyal to his friends and proud of his Irish heritage, passed away on July 16, 2018 with his wife at his side. He was born June 14th, 1932 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the son of the late Dr. Victor and Anna (Blommer) Taugher, the seventh of eight children. The family moved to Berlin and...

Phyllis Shea

Phyllis Shea

Jul 13, 2018

On July 13, 2018 Phyllis Mary Ann (Kotowski) Shea was welcomed into eternal peace at the age of 89. Her loving children were by her side to comfort her knowing she is now free to be with her beloved husband, daughter and parents who have gone before her. Phyllis was the eldest daughter of four children born to the late...

Thomas Vought

Thomas Vought

Jul 7, 2018

Thomas Edward Vought, 58, of Oshkosh, passed away peacefully at Atrium Post Acute Care of Neenah, on Saturday, July 7, from complications of a long illness. Born February 14, 1960, Tommy was the son of Ralph Vought and Mary (Pettingill) Johnson and stepson of Harold E. Johnson. Tommy grew up in Neenah and Menasha. He worked for many years in...

Charlotte Samida

Charlotte Samida

Jun 23, 2018

Charlotte L. Samida, age 87, of Oshkosh, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, June 23, 2018. She was born in Oshkosh on January 18, 1931, the daughter of John and Violet (Arthurs) Samida. Employed in the food service industry most of her working career, Charlotte first started at the Checker Board Restaurant, later at Hessers Supper Club (where...

Charles Helsinger

Charles Helsinger

Jun 13, 2018

Charles B. "Bruce" Helsinger, Sr., age 68, passed away on Wednesday, June 13, 2018. He was born in Rockford, IL on June 11, 1950, the son of the late John and Virginia (Anderson) Helsinger. On August 21, 1971 he married Sharron Steiner. Bruce worked for KNL Services for many years. Bruce was known to enjoy wood burning and fishing in...

Darrell Rankin

Darrell Rankin

Jun 11, 2018

Darrell A. "Goober" Rankin, age 56, of Oshkosh, passed away after a long battle with cancer on Monday, June 11, 2018, at Aurora Medical Center. He was born on January 13, 1962, the son of Donald "Dude" and Darlene (Opperman) Rankin, and was raised with pride in Omro. He loved his sports, especially the Packers and Badgers. His boys, Bailey,...

Elwys Knight

Elwys Knight

Jun 8, 2018

Elwys Arnold Knight "Jack" passed away on Friday, June 8, 2018 at the age of 85. Preceded in death by his parents Clifford and Ruth (Barden) Knight, his loving wife Chestine (Buczek), his brother Gary Knight, and his son Kelly Ryan. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict where he was stationed in Alaska. Elwys worked...

Alma Koslucher

Alma Koslucher

Jun 8, 2018

Alma Louise Koslucher, age 66, born October 7, 1951 in Richlands, Virginia to Alma Jean and Thomas Whitt, passed away on June 8, 2018. She graduated from Cascade High School in Clayton Indiana. Louise was a Program Assistant in Admissions at UWO. She was married to Martin E. Koslucher on April 7, 1972. She is survived by her son, Jason...

Milton Bahrke

Milton Bahrke

May 27, 2018

Milton G. "Pudge" Bahrke, age 93, passed away on Sunday, May 27, 2018, at his home in Allenville surrounded by family. He was born on March 2, 1925, in Allenville, son of George and Clarice (Helgeson) Bahrke. He lost his mother at the age of 8 and his father at the age of 14. His lifelong appreciation of education was...

Estelle Konetzke

Estelle Konetzke

May 25, 2018

Estelle F. Konetzke, age 89, passed away on Friday, May 25, 2018. Born on September 5, 1928, daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Cebula) Pas. Beloved wife of the late Irvin Konetzke. Survived by her children: Laura (Rocky) Josza, Carol (Jerry) Weickardt, Robin West, William (Lori) Konetzke and Nancy Heinecke; 10 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and sister, Maryanne Lucas. Visitation...

Bruce Dillman

Bruce Dillman

May 25, 2018

Bruce Alan Dillman, age 61, passed away on Friday, May 25, 2018. He was born in Oshkosh on October 5, 1956, the son of the late Richard and Emma (Hammond) Dillman. He was proud to serve in the National Guard for 10 years. On April 21, 1984 he married Tammi Murray. Bruce was a Master Electrican. He had many passions...

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