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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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Bill Stelzner
Feb 1, 2014
Private burial services were held for Bill " Fred" Stelzner who died February 1, 2014.
Robert Mahdik
Feb 1, 2014
Robert A. Mahdik, age 89, of Neenah, passed over peacefully on Saturday, February 1, 2014, at home surrounded by the love of his family. "Bobby" was born on February 28, 1924, the youngest of seven siblings, the son of George and Katherine. Bob served our country during WWII; an honored veteran. He was particularly proud of his work at SC...
Betty Hayes
Jan 26, 2014
Betty Ann Hayes died January 26, 2014, daughter of William and Susan Chase, born June 22, 1924 in Oshkosh, WI. Married Frank T. Hayes November 24, 1950 in Chicago, IL. Retired from WMHI in 1983. Preceded in death by husband Frank October 27, 2004. Honoring Betty's wishes, cremation will take place and there will be no visitation or funeral services.
Glenn Nicholson
Jan 18, 2014
A celebration of Glenn's life will be held at: 2621 County Road JJ, Neenah, WI. 54956. From 5:00 p.m. until ?
Cheryle Thomas
Jan 14, 2014
Cheryle Lynn Thomas (Nilles) passed away on Tuesday January 14, 2014, at Mercy Medical Center. Cheryle was born July 8, 1945, the daughter of Ernest J.P. Nilles and Barbara Nilles (Burke). Cheryle moved to Wisconsin in 1986, and was a resident of Oshkosh until her death. Cheryle's most enjoyable jobs were executive house keeper at the Park Plaza in Neenah,...
Donald Vesperman
Jan 11, 2014
Donald "Sam"Vesperman, age 72, of Oshkosh, passed away on January 4, 2014, at Mercy Medical Center with his family by his side. Don was born on February 20, 1941, in Lancaster, WI the son of Oscar and Cora Vesperman. Don worked for UW-Oshkosh. In his spare time Don enjoyed hunting, shooting, and spending time with his family. He was actively...
Merlin Halle
Jan 6, 2014
Merlin D. Halle, age 95, died December 15, 2013, in Oshkosh, WI. Merlin was born on October 15, 1918, and grew up on a farm near North Fond du Lac during the Great Depression. After graduating from North Fond du Lac High School, he worked for the Wisconsin Conservation Department in Kettle Moraine and the Capitol building in Madison. Merl...
Nemesio Magbaleta
Jan 5, 2014
Nemesio A. Magbaleta, age 79, of Oshkosh passed away peacefully at home surrounded by the love of his family on January 1, 2014. Nemesio emigrated from the Philippines in 2004 to be with his daughter Florabelle and her family. Nemesio will be deeply missed by his wife of 52 years Erlinda, his children; Nemelyn(David) Reyes of the Philippines, Florabelle (James)...
Norbert Schry
Dec 28, 2013
Norbert W. Schry, age 64, of Oshkosh, passed away on December 22, 2013, surrounded by his wife and children after a brief battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife and partner of 16 years; Julieann and his best buddy-his dog Abby. Norbert was born on February 5, 1949, in Berlin, WI the son of Robert and Juanita...
Richard Paffenroth
Dec 24, 2013
Richard J. Paffenroth, age 58, died December 24, 2013, at Mercy Medical Center. Rick was born in Oshkosh on May 5, 1955, the son of Richard and Cleo Paffenroth. Rick was a very gregarious person who possessed a great sense of humor. He also enjoyed the summers spent at Joe and Selma's farm. Rick worked as a night auditor at...
Gary Kettenhoven
Dec 11, 2013
Gary L. Kettenhoven, age 61, of Oshkosh passed away peacefully on December 4, 2013, with his loving family by his side. Gary was born on November 4, 1952, in Neenah, WI the son of the late John "Jack" and Anna Kettenhoven. Gary loved the open road and riding his motorcycle, and cherished the time spent with his grandchildren. Gary will...
Gary Baldwin
Dec 7, 2013
Gary L. Baldwin, age 67, of Oshkosh, surrounded by his family passed away peacefully on December 1, 2013 at Manor Care Health Services, Fond du Lac, WI. Gary was born in Milwaukee, WI on March 19, 1946, the son of the late George and Doris (Buchhammer) Baldwin. After high school graduation Gary enlisted in the Navy and served two tours...
Lydia Morris
Nov 30, 2013
Lydia Morris, age 72, of Oshkosh formerly of Pardeeville, WI joined her husband in eternal life on November 24, 2013. Rodney preceded Lydia in death on December 13, 2009. Lydia was born on January 8, 1941 in Corpus Christi Texas, the daughter of the late Alfredo and Nicolasa (Castillo) Torres. Lydia married Rodney Morris on January 20, 1962 at St....
William Wolf
Nov 26, 2013
William J. Wolf, age 80, passed away at his home in Neenah on Tuesday November 26, 2013, after finding out he had cancer just a week earlier. Bill joined the Painter's Union Local 781 in 1959, in Milwaukee he then transferred to Oshkosh in 1960 where he worked for Klinger Painting, Jochman Painting, and Kraunzusch Painting. He served as union...
Alice Payne
Nov 13, 2013
Alice A. (Olkiewicz) Payne, age 73, of Oshkosh, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 13, 2013. She was born in Almond, WI on October 25, 1940 the daughter of the late Harry and Helen (O'Keefe) Olkiewicz. On February 27, 1960 she married her husband of 53 years, Donald "Bud" Payne. Alice greatly enjoyed being a stay at home...
Ronald Stiemsma
Nov 9, 2013
Ronald D. Stiemsma, age 77 of Oshkosh, died November 5, 2013, as a result of injuries sustained during a motorcycle accident. Ron was born August 26, 1936, in Cambria, Wisconsin the son of the late Carl and Agnes (Oastra) Stiemsma. A 1954 graduate of Randolph High School, he graduated with a BS from Calvin College in Grand Rapids, MI, and...
James Kremers
Nov 7, 2013
Our father, James Morgan Kremers passed away at his home in Oshkosh on Thursday, November 7, 2013, following a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born on July 26, 1926, in Milwaukee the son of the late Dr. Alex and Miriam (Morgan) Kremers. Jim graduated from Mercer High School in 1945 where he played basketball. He entered the Army...
Susan Jodarski
Nov 6, 2013
Susan A. Jodarski, age 63, of Oshkosh passed peacefully November 1, 2013. Susan was born on September 26, 1950, the daughter of Irv and June Walter. Susan will be lovingly remembered by her husband Tony, children; Andrew Jodarski, Jeff (Joann) Jodarski, Tracy (Brian) Bending, Jamie (Tim) Garner. Her sister Mary (Bill) Rupnow, and seven grandchildren. Susan is further survived by...
Louis King
Oct 29, 2013
Louis J. King, age 68, of Pickett formerly of Iron River Michigan, beloved husband and father went home to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 25, 2013. Louis was born on September 5, 1945 the son of the late Glen and Margaret (Jarvis) King. He married Mary L. Winton on October 19, 1963, and they celebrated 50 years...
Marilyn Goble
Oct 24, 2013
Marilyn J. Goble, age 59, of Oshkosh died October 18, 2013 at Bethel Home, Oshkosh, WI. Marilyn was born October 28, 1953, in Crosby, Minnesota the daughter of the late Warren and Florence (Jewell) Goble. Marilyn was a very artistic person who loved to write poetry, and carve. Marilyn will be deeply missed by; Scott "Butch" Lavota, her children; James...
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