Obituaries

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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Edward Joel

Edward Joel

Feb 15, 2012

Edward was welcomed to this life by Edward S.and Rosemary (Salm) Joel on February 16, 2012. He lived his life hunting and fishing in Wisconsin. After a valiant battle against cancer, Ed is finally at peace. He passed on to his next adventure, Wednesday, February 15, 2012. He leaves behind his life partner, Kim Bantelon of Oshkosh; her sons, Warren...

Jean Ariss

Jean Ariss

Jan 28, 2012

Jean Eldren Ariss, 84 of Oshkosh WI died peacefully at Bethel Nursing Home, January 22, 2012. Jean was born in Bethlehem, PA on October 7, 1927. Her family then migrated to Tama, FL. Jean worked as a CNA for many years. She met her husband Bruce M Ariss and married January 3rd, 1958. After a fire destroyed their home, they...

Troy Lapoint

Troy Lapoint

Jan 25, 2012

Troy "T Bone" LaPoint age 47, died unexpectedly at his home on January 21, 2012. Troy was born in Oshkosh on April 24, 1964 the son of Gerald La Point and Lorena Thomas. Troy was a lifelong resident of Oshkosh. A memorial service will be held January 25, 2012 at the River of Life Church, 1135 Arthur Ave., Oshkosh, at...

David Werner

David Werner

Jan 24, 2012

David G. Werner age 81 of Oshkosh passed away peacefully on January 18, 2012 surrounded by the ones he loved. David was born March 13, 1930 in Sheboygan, the son of George and Mildred (Patton) Werner. David was a veteran having served his country proudly during World War II. David was a sales representative for many years and could sell...

Gene Anderson

Gene Anderson

Jan 14, 2012

The family of Gene Anderson is holding a memorial service on January 14, 2012 at 4p.m. at the Church of Latter Day Saints in Sugar Grove, IL. The church address is: 100 Hankes Rd. Sugar Grove, Il. 60554. It is located at the corner of Hankes and Bliss Rd.

Cecilia Nuck

Cecilia Nuck

Jan 13, 2012

Cecilia M. Nuck, age 67 of Oshkosh, died January 8, 2012 at her residence. Cecilia was born May 9, 1944 in Milwaukee, the daughter of Joseph, and Charlotte (Enzenbach) Hoven. Loving mother of her daughters, Monika Wittliff, Erika James) Nuck, and her son Rudolph (Suzie) Nuck. Further survived by her grandchildren; Matthew(Erin) Wittliff of Beloit, Sharleen (Derek) Wakefield of Sheboygan,...

Evelyn Patzlaff

Evelyn Patzlaff

Jan 7, 2012

Evelyn K. Patzlaff, 91, of Oshkosh, died Saturday, January 7, 2012, at Eden Rehabilitation Suites. She was born on January 19, 1920, in Oshkosh, the daughter of Joseph and Amelia (Sagmeister) Hollub. Evelyn was a graduate of Oshkosh High School. She married Harold E. Patzlaff on August 27, 1939. Harold preceded her in death in June of 1980. Survivors include...

Charles Ermis

Charles Ermis

Dec 28, 2011

Charles K. Ermis, age 67 of Neenah died on December 16, 2011. Charles was born on January 28, 1944 to Charles and Genevieve (Clary) Ermis in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Charles is survived by: his daughter Tracy, and his son Charles(Erin). He is also survived by his sister Sandy and his grandchildren Taylor, and Gavin. Charles is also survived by his ex-wife...

Ada Smet

Ada Smet

Dec 28, 2011

Ada D. Smet (Gustavus) age 91 of Oshkosh died December 25, 2011 at her residence. Ada was born February 6, 1920 in Oshkosh, the daughter of Joseph and Ada (Crittenden) Gustavus. On December 13, 1941 Ada married Clarence Smet. Clarence preceded Ada in death in September of 1966. Ada's parents and 5 of her siblings also preceded her in death....

Gloria Smith

Gloria Smith

Dec 23, 2011

Gloria Smith, age 66, went home to be with the Lord on December 19, 2011. Gloria was born on July 7, 1945, the daughter of Emmitt & Mable (McDuffie) Ballard; married to Danny Smith for 31 years. Gloria was preceded in death by her two granddaughters Hope and Patience Hansen, parents Emmitt Ballard & Mabel Smith, Bill & Ruth Hickman,...

Austin Werbelow

Austin Werbelow

Dec 22, 2011

Family and friends will gather at Father Carr's Place on Thursday December 22, 2011, from 6p.m.-8p.m.

Larry Dietrich

Larry Dietrich

Dec 21, 2011

Larry J. Dietrich age 61, died December 15, 2011 at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee. Larry was born July 27, 1950 in Ashland, the son of Hans and Rita (Jerke) Dietrich. Larry's parents preceded him in death. Larry's strong faith in Jesus Christ was an inspiration to all who knew him. Larry was a member of Wyldewood Baptist Church for six...

Sarah Flink

Sarah Flink

Dec 18, 2011

Sarah Marie Flink, age 19, of Oshkosh passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 18, 2011. She was born March 27, 1992 in Marshfield, the daughter of Daniel L. Flink and Jana C. (Hess) Doemel. Those left to forever remember Sarah include, her father, Daniel L. Flink of Appleton; mother, Jana C. (Mark) Doemel of Oshkosh; sisters, Chelsie R. (fiancé Anthony...

Victor Bode

Victor Bode

Dec 15, 2011

Victor L. Bode Sr. passed away on December 15, 2011 at the King Veterans Home in Waupaca. He was born at home next to the Snake River in Twin Falls, Idaho on July 22, 1934 the son of Hilma (Petersen) and Albert Bode. Victor was a carpenter all his life, after serving in the 82nd Airborne during the Korean War...

Richard Schultz

Richard Schultz

Dec 14, 2011

Richard L. Schultz, (Dic) age 76, of Pickett, died Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at Mercy Medical Center. Dic was born December 21, 1934, in Iowa, the son of Clarence and Louise (Witt) Schultz. Dic proudly served in the United States Navy. After the service, Dic went to Layton Art School in Milwaukee and had various commercial artist jobs including Mercury...

Herbert Nickel

Herbert Nickel

Dec 2, 2011

Herbert C. Nickel, age 95, of Winneconne, passed away Friday, December 2, 2011. Herbert is survived by his daughter, Mary (Bill) Lidner, his sons, Tom(Susan) Nickel, and Ralph(Diana) Nickel, as well as 7 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. A private service will be held by the family. Fox Cities Funeral & Cremation Services 3026 Jackson St., Oshkosh (920) 966-9000 www.foxcitiesfuneral.com

Donald Grant

Donald Grant

Nov 26, 2011

Donald E. Grant Sr. age 74 of Neenah died unexpectedly at his cottage in Fence, WI, on November 22, 2011. Donald was born on August 14, 1937 in Neenah, WI, the son of Ernest and Elsie (Ropella) Grant. Don is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Donna and their five children; Dawn (Don) Meyer, Kathy ( Tom) Ganzel,...

Helena Obara

Helena Obara

Nov 19, 2011

Helena Bernice Obara, age 90, passed away at Sunnyview Health Care Center on November 19, 2011. Helena was born on November 15, 1921 in Detroit, Michigan. She is survived by her daughter Nathaleen "Tracy" (Scott) Faanes, and her son Craig Obara. Grandchildren: Jason (Stacey) Obara, Eric Obara; Tammi and Candy Faanes, Mark and Kevin Lozon, Denise, Dean, and Jamie. Also...

Gordon Wischow

Gordon Wischow

Nov 10, 2011

Gordon A. "Gordy" Wischow, 52, of Beaver Dam, WI, passed away unexpectedly Sunday Nov. 6, 2011. He was born May 7, 1959, in Oshkosh, to Gordon "Red" and Jackie (Doemel) Wischow. On Jan. 17, 2001 , Gordy married Roberta "Bert" Jung. Gordy worked many years in construction, primarily with Gene Griese & Sons. He was currently employed with John Deere...

Keith Roberts

Keith Roberts

Nov 5, 2011

Keith Lloyd Roberts, age 69, of Oshkosh, passed away Saturday, November 5, 2011 at Evergreen Retirement Community. Keith was born October 13, 1942 in Gillette, Wisconsin the son of Hargar and Marion (Schroeder) Roberts. Keith is survived by Diane his wife of 52 years, his sons Jeff, and Tod. Grandchildren, Courtney, and Cory. Keith was preceded in death by his...

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