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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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Elaine Schroeder

Elaine Schroeder

Apr 4, 2012

Elaine Edna Schroeder, of Oshkosh (also formerly of Birchwood, Wisconsin) died on Wednesday April 4, 2012, after several months of multiple chronic illnesses. Elaine Buege was born December 21, 1931, in Marinette, Wisconsin. She graduated from Marinette High School in 1950 and married her husband Roy Schroeder later that same year. They were married for 61 years. With her husband...

Timothy Brown

Timothy Brown

Apr 3, 2012

Timothy A. "Keno" Brown, age 55, of Neenah passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at his home. He was born in Waukegan, IL to John and Frances (Whitman) Brown. Tim enjoyed fishing, model cars, spending time with his family and making people laugh. He was a joy to be around and touched so many lives. Tim is now...

Alma Gaye

Alma Gaye

Mar 31, 2012

Alma Louise Gaye was born at home on February 27, 1953 in Jenkins County Georgia to Eva Mae King and Joseph Bailey. At the age of seven, Alma gave her life to Christ and was baptized at First Baptist Church in Millen, GA. Alma was raised in Millen, Georgia. Alma played basketball, softball, played the trumpet and was a drum...

Charles Noack

Charles Noack

Mar 10, 2012

Charles B. "Chas, Chuck", Noack, age 52, passed away on February 21, 2012 at the Aurora Medical Center in Oshkosh. He was born on May 20, 1959 in Green Bay, the son of Donald and Mary Lou (Van Handel) Noack. Charles graduated from Green Bay West High School and received his bachelor's degree in computer science from the University of...

Nathaniel Herbst

Nathaniel Herbst

Mar 7, 2012

Nathaniel A. Herbst, age 26, of Menasha and formerly of Omro died unexpectedly at his residence on February 28, 2012. Nate was born in Neenah on August 23, 1985 the son of Gary and Doreen (Monroe) Herbst-Benedict. Nate was a graduate of Omro High School, while in middle school he was active in youth wrestling. Nate spent many years working...

Alma Hanford

Alma Hanford

Mar 5, 2012

Alma I. Hanford (nee Krebs) died peacefully at her residence on Monday March 5, 2012 surrounded by her family at the age of 76. Alma was born August 21, 1935 in Maplewood, Ohio the daughter of the late Charles & Ora (Kloecker) Krebs. On September 1, 1956 Alma married Claude L. Hanford in Manawa, WI. Alma had worked at Oshkosh...

Harold Nigl

Harold Nigl

Mar 2, 2012

Harold R. Nigl, age 89 a lifelong resident of Oshkosh, died February 26, 2012 at Evergreen Retirement Community. Harold was self-employed for many years as a well driller. Harold is survived by his children; Barbara (David) Darnick of Oshkosh, Russell Nigl of Santee, CA. Susan (Leroy Jr.) Schoenauer of Oshkosh, and Douglas (Michelle) Nigl of Oshkosh. Harold is also survived...

Catherine Schultz

Catherine Schultz

Feb 27, 2012

Catherine E. Schultz, who resided at 1615 Liberty Street in Oshkosh, died on February 27, 2012. She was born in Saskatchewan, Canada on May 19, 1923 the daughter of Carl and Catherine (Weitz) Bauer, and she married Harold R. Schultz on July 12, 1940. Catherine worked for many years for the Industrial Towel & Uniform Company before her retirement, and...

Howard Adams

Howard Adams

Feb 20, 2012

Howard C. Adams "H Man" age 47 of Oshkosh died unexpectedly at his residence on February 14, 2012. Howard was born on June 15, 1964 in Milwaukee the son of Wayne and Shirley (Topham)Adams. Howie was an employee of Hy-Test safety shoes for twenty years, and was known as the "in-fisherman." Howard is survived by his parents Wayne and Shirley,...

Shirley Kempf

Shirley Kempf

Feb 18, 2012

Shirley Mae Kempf (McClaire) age 84 died on February 9, 2012 at her residence with her family by her side. Shirley was born on April 8, 1927 the daughter of Archie & Theresa (Rein) McClaire in Glidden, WI. She married Lawrence (Cherry) Kempf on January 23, 1944. Shirley was an avid gardener, who loved collecting lawn ornaments. Shirley also enjoyed...

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....

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