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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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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...

John Blechl

John Blechl

Nov 5, 2011

John F. Blechl, age 59, of Oshkosh, went peacefully to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, November 5, 2011 at Mercy Medical Center after a courageous battle with cancer. John was born on February 17, 1952, in Oshkosh, the son of Gilbert and the late Emogene Blechl. He graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1970. A life-long lover...

Steven Wesenberg

Steven Wesenberg

Oct 22, 2011

Steven "Steve" Wesenberg, 61, passed away after a brief illness, Saturday, October 22, 2011 with his loving family by his side. Steve was born November 21, 1949, to Martin and Janice Wesenberg in Oshkosh. Steve graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1968 and served in the Army Nation Guard. Steve was a 3rd generation owner of Jerry's Bar for 40...

Laurali Obara

Laurali Obara

Oct 20, 2011

Laurali A. Obara, age 58, of Princeton passed away at home on October 13, 2011. Laurali was born June 17, 1953 in Glendale, California to Roy and Betty (Baldwin) Salls. She grew up in California, went to St. Joseph's Hospital, School of Radiology there. She married Craig Obara on June 29, 1971. Laurali worked in Diagnostic Imaging for over 29...

Thomas Grobe

Thomas Grobe

Oct 18, 2011

Thomas R. Grobe, age 60, of Oshkosh, passed away unexpectedly on October 11, 2011. Tom was born in Kenosha, WI, on November 5, 1950, to Reynold and Rosemary (Kreuser) Grobe. He married Vicki Koch on August 29, 1970. Tom was a machinist for 40 years, working at Oshkosh Truck, Kingsbury and Oshkosh Marine Supply until his retirement in 2010. In...

Elroy Rahmlow

Elroy Rahmlow

Oct 13, 2011

Elroy "Butch" Rahmlow Jr. age 64, of Oshkosh, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on October 11, 2011. Butch was born on February 20, 1947. He married Lucille Phillips on October 4, 1965. Butch spent over 25 years working for Wisconsin Automated Machine. Butch in his free time enjoyed bowling, golfing, fishing, and spending time with his grandkids. He was...

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