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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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Hazel Daily-Hart

Hazel Daily-Hart

Apr 5, 2025

Hazel "Hazelbae" Rose Lorene Daily-Hart, age 1, passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2025. She was born on March 6, 2024, to parents, Kiara Hart and Aaron Daily in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. She enjoyed dancing and listening to music- especially songs from Yo Gabba Gabba and Rod Wave. Hazel also loved trying new foods and eating spaghetti noodles and pizza at...

Milton Hershberger

Milton Hershberger

Apr 3, 2025

Milton "Milt" Lee Hershberger, age 83, passed away on April 3, 2025, in Oshkosh, WI. He was born on October 26, 1941, to parents Donald and Freda (Stocker) Hershberger, in Bussey, Iowa. Milt moved with his parents to Wisconsin, where he attended Redgranite Grade School. In 1959, he graduated from Wautoma High School. In 1964, he entered the Army National...

Randall Procknow

Randall Procknow

Apr 2, 2025

Mr. Randall N. Procknow, age 75, died at his residence April 2, 2025, as a result of a long struggle with health issues. Randy was born August 11, 1949, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.  His parents were Roy W. "Doc" and Dorothy E. (Kunde) Procknow.  His sister was Jeanne Kostmerchock and his brothers were David R. Procknow and Steven H. Procknow.  Randy...

Paul Reidinger

Paul Reidinger

Mar 30, 2025

Doctor "Doc" Paul J. Reidinger, age 71, passed away on March 30, 2025, in Oshkosh, WI. He was born on September 29, 1953, to parents James F. and Beatrice (Stang) Reidinger, in Green Bay, WI. He received his Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, in 1982. Paul married the love of his life,...

Royce Knight

Royce Knight

Mar 28, 2025

Royce Knight, age 87, passed away at his home with family by his side on March 28, 2025. He was born June 20, 1937, in Lindale, Texas, the son of the late Henry Edmond and Vera (Conaway) Knight. He graduated from Manuel High School in Denver, Colorado in 1956, after which he proudly served in the U.S. Coast Guard for...

Elden "Skip" W. Skifstad Jr.

Elden "Skip" W. Skifstad Jr.

Mar 27, 2025

Elden "Skip" W. Skifstad Jr., age 88, passed away on March 27, 2025, in Oshkosh, WI, with his family by his side. He was born on October 6, 1936, to parents Elden and Ella (Pruno) Skifstad Sr., in Wisconsin. Skip enlisted in the Marines and came back to Wisconsin. In 1958, he married Carol Rice, who gave him four beautiful...

Brian Humbert

Brian Humbert

Mar 23, 2025

Brian G. Humbert, 80 years old, went to his eternal rest on March 23, 2025, with his former wife and son by his side. He was born to Grace and Raymond Humbert in Evanston, but grew up in Des Plains, IL. After serving in the Army in Seoul, Korea, Brian began to study art, attending the Academy of Art and...

Andrea Brothwell

Andrea Brothwell

Mar 23, 2025

Andrea Ruth Brothwell passed away on March 23, 2025, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. She was born on May 5, 1952, in Schenectady, New York, to Lucy D. (Wensley) Williams and Robert Fred Williams. Andrea spent her early years in Ventura, California, and graduated from Buena High School in 1970. She went on to earn a Certificate of Completion in Industrial Maintenance...

Roger Penzenstadler

Roger Penzenstadler

Mar 16, 2025

Roger W. Penzenstadler, 89, passed away on March 16, 2025. He was born on February 28, 1936, in Oshkosh, WI to William and Violet (Ewing) Penzenstadler. Roger graduated High School in 1954 and went on to attend UWO. He married Virginia (Barton) on April 14, 1978, in Oshkosh, WI. Roger worked and retired from the Oshkosh Corporation as a Sergeant...

Patrice Farrow

Patrice Farrow

Mar 7, 2025

Patrice "Pat" Farrow, age 71, passed away with family by her side on March 7, 2025, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. She was born on September 29, 1953, to parents, Eugene and Marjorie (LaMere) Farrow. Pat was a 1971 graduate of Oshkosh West High School. In 1973, she moved to Chicago, where she lived for over 50 years. She recently moved back...

Terrence Zalas

Terrence Zalas

Feb 26, 2025

Terrence J. Zalas, age 68, of Fremont WI, went to his heavenly home on February 26.  He was born on August 4, 1956, to Benjamin and Helen (Sygler) Zalas.  Terry was raised in Indiana.  At sixteen, Terry moved to Oshkosh, where his father took a job with the University. Terry married Connie (Wittchow) on March 3, 1979, at Plymouth Congregational...

Gary Meinen

Gary Meinen

Feb 25, 2025

Gary L. Meinen Sr., age 75, passed away with his wife by his side on February 25, 2025, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was born on July 20, 1949, to parents, Clarence and Betty (Murphy) Meinen, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. After graduating from Oshkosh High School, he went into the United States Army, where he proudly served from 1969-1975. He then worked...

Carol San Filippo

Carol San Filippo

Feb 24, 2025

Carol Ann San Filippo passed away at her home in Omro, Wisconsin on February 24, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends. Carol was born in Sacramento, California on August 21,1943 and was raised in Fresno, California. She graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1960. While in high school she met the love of her life, Vance....

Shelly Ortiz

Shelly Ortiz

Feb 20, 2025

Shelly Kaye (Galitz) Ortiz passed away on February 20, 2025, after courageously battling Multiple Sclerosis for 40 years. She was born on May 22, 1962, in Wisconsin Dells, WI, where she spent her childhood and formative years. After graduating from high school, Shelly enlisted in the United States Air Force, proudly serving her country for four years before being honorably...

Fay Klima Sutter

Fay Klima Sutter

Feb 14, 2025

Fay Christine Klima Sutter, 74, of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, passed away on February 14th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Fay C. Klima Sutter was born May 3rd, 1949, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, the daughter of Richard Klima and Dorrine Phillips. She married Richard Sutter in January 2005 in Oshkosh. Fay had a lengthy career at Plus Wood for 47...

Barbara Tierney

Barbara Tierney

Feb 14, 2025

Barbara A. Tierney, 80, went home to her Lord and Savior on Friday, February 14, 2025. She was born in Wausau to Bernard and Magdalene Zastrow on March 29, 1944. She met Richard Tierney while living with her sister in Appleton. They married on February 23, 1963. Barb and Dick lived in Neenah and raised their three children, Kevin, Allan...

Charles Beyer

Charles Beyer

Feb 11, 2025

Charles E. Beyer, 95, passed away on February 11, 2025. He was born on October 20, 1929 in Oshkosh, to parents, William and Alma Beyer. He married Marion Babler in 1979 and in his younger years he worked at Coca-Cola and Dr. Pepper, then as a construction worker of the local 330 for 55 years retiring in 1991.  Charles enjoyed...

Jorge Hernandez

Jorge Hernandez

Feb 10, 2025

Jorge Arnulfo Hernandez, 61, of Oaxaca, Mexico, passed away on the morning of February 10, 2025. He was born on February 8, 1964, a loving father, cherished friend and a hardworking man who always carried a smile. He was known for his kindness, capability, and social nature, always bringing joy to those around him. Jorge had a deep passion for...

Dorothy Jendraszak

Dorothy Jendraszak

Feb 9, 2025

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Dorothy Victoria Jendraszak, age 93, of Oshkosh, Wisconsin (formerly of Green Lake WI, Tinley Park IL, and Chicago IL). Dorothy passed on Friday February 7, 2025. Dorothy was born in Chicago, Illinois on November 9th, 1931, and was raised by her mother, Victoria and father, Dominic Sosnowski. Growing up, she excelled...

Sandra Engel

Sandra Engel

Feb 9, 2025

It is with great sorrow to announce that Sandra J. Engel, a very loving and caring wife, partner, dear daughter, fun-loving stepmom and grandma unexpectedly passed away on February 9, 2025, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. She will be deeply, deeply missed.

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