Recent Obituaries

Jul 23, 2026

Nancy A. Petermann, age 71, of rural Brillion, peacefully passed away on July 23, 2026. Nancy was born on March 2, 1955, to the late Edwin and Georgianna (Keller) Petermann. She was a graduate of Brillion High School in 1973.

Nancy worked at the Brillion Iron Works for many years as the coupon checker. When they closed, she went to work...

Jul 21, 2026

Jeffrey “Jeff” Hill, age 51, of Brillion, courageously battled cancer until passing away peacefully on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 in his home surrounded by his family and his dogs.

Jeff was born on September 7, 1974 in Manitowoc, son of James “Jim” and the late Jean (Massman) Hill. He was a graduate of Reedsville High School, class of 1993. He worked...

Jul 19, 2026

William J. Konwal, lovingly known as Bill, passed away on July 19, 2026, at the age of 70. He was born on December 5, 1955, to Ray and Josie Konwal, and will be remembered for his kind heart, his love for his family, and his passion for classic cars.

On October 21, 1989, Bill married the love of his life, Susan...

Jul 14, 2026

Jason “J” “Squirt” “Woof Woof” “Two Dogs” M. Ruether, age 48, of Town of Two Rivers, passed away as a result of an accident on July 14, 2026.

Jason was born to Delmar “Del” & Patricia “Pat” (Ducat) Ruether, on February 7, 1978 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center in Manitowoc. He was a graduate of Mishicot High School, class of...

Jul 12, 2026

Roger E. Olig, age 87, of Kiel WI, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 12, 2026, at his home.

He was born January 24, 1939, in Mt Calvary WI, to Elmer & Teckla (Wagner) Olig. Roger attended Holy Cross Grade School and graduated from New Holstein High School in 1957.

Roger operated taverns in the Holyland...

Jul 7, 2026

Lisa A. (Edmonds) Steindl, age 56, of New Holstein, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

She was born November 20, 1969, at St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan to Valeria (Beaudry) Edmonds Knier and the late Carl Edmonds Sr.

Lisa graduated from Oostburg High School and received her associate degree from Lakeshore Technical College...

Jul 4, 2026

Rachel Lorine (Balz) Rabe, age 90, of Howards Grove, was whisked away by her Lord to Heavenly Paradise, and to dance with her husband forever, on July 4, 2026.

Rachel was born on January 14, 1936, to the late William and Laura (Dedering) Balz on the homestead farm in the town of Schleswig. She graduated from Kiel High School as Salutatorian,...

Jul 1, 2026

Alfred H. Lautenschlaeger, age 87, of New Holstein, passed away at his home with his family at his side on July 1, 2026.

He was born November 9, 1938, in Hilbert to Alfred A. & Myrtle (Kasper) Lautenschlaeger. Alfred graduated from New Holstein High School in 1956.

Alfred served in the Army from 1962 until...

Jul 1, 2026

MarJean R. Plate, age 97, a longtime resident of Hilbert, died Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at Caring Hands Assisted Living in New Holstein.

MarJean was born on March 18, 1929 in Kiel, daughter of the late Roy and Verna (Voigt) Voland. MarJean graduated from Kiel High School, Class of 1947. She started working at the Kiel Co-op two Saturdays before her...

Jun 28, 2026

Floyd H. Hawkins, age 74, a resident of Cloverleaf Lakes, formerly of Brillion, died Sunday, June 28, 2026 at Bellin Health, Green Bay.

He was born on May 4, 1952 in Shreveport, LA, son of the late Wilburn and Dorothy (Laughter) Hawkins. Floyd was a graduate of Mountain Home High School, Idaho in 1970. He married the former Ellen Stanelle on...

Jun 28, 2026

Leo K. Skattebo, age 88, a former Brillion resident, died Sunday, June 28, 2026 at Rocky Knoll Health Care Center, Plymouth where he resided this past year.

He was born February 12, 1938 in the Town of Liberty, son of the late Olvin and Sophia (Halderson) Skattebo. Leo was confirmed in 1953 at Valders Evangelical Lutheran Church and he was a...

Jun 25, 2026

Mary Ann (Liebl) Jodar, age 94, of New Holstein passed away with her family at her side on Thursday, June 25, 2026.

She was born February 2, 1932, in Luxemburg, WI to Edgar & Marie (Kosnar) Liebl. Mary Ann graduated from Green Bay East High School. On November 20,1954, she married Glen DeWolf; he preceded her in...

Jun 19, 2026

David R. Schaefer, age 88, formerly of Mount Calvary, passed away with his family at his side on Friday, June 19, 2026, at Caring Hands Assisted Living in New Holstein.

He was born September 28, 1937, in Mount Calvary, to Henry & Mildred (Lefeber) Schaefer. David attended Holy Cross Catholic School in Mount Calvary.

On...

Jun 18, 2026

Vernon J. Thuecks passed away Thursday, June 18, 2026.  There are no services.

Jun 17, 2026

Lorraine J.“Rainey” Goldschmidt, age 84, formerly of Brillion passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday morning, June 17, 2026 at Havenfield, Chilton.

Rainey was born on January 1, 1942 in Brillion to the late Henry and Verna (Krepline) Goldschmidt. She was a graduate of Brillion High School. Rainey worked for Mirro Aluminum for 39 and a half years, and was...

Jun 13, 2026

Denise M. Emmer, age 72, of Brillion, passed away unexpectedly yet peacefully at her home on Saturday morning, June 13, 2026.

Denise was born on October 17, 1953, in Green Bay, the daughter of the late Merlyn and Viola “Vi” (Koski) Winkler. She was a graduate of Brillion High School, Class of 1971. On December 22, 1973, she married Jon “Digger”...

Jun 9, 2026

Alexander Jon Klimusko, 36, passed away on June 9, 2026.

Alex was a devoted father, loving partner, son, brother, and friend whose presence brought warmth, laughter, and strength to those around him. He was known for his hardworking nature, generous spirit, and deep love for his family.

Alex is survived by his significant other, Hillary Newman; his beloved daughter, Oaklee; his parents,...

Jun 9, 2026

Steven Erhardt Wordell, age 66, of Brillion. God saw he was getting tired and took his hand and lead him to his heavenly home on June 9, 2026.

Steve was born to Audrey and the late Erhardt Wordell, on June 26, 1959 in Green Bay. He attended Trinity Lutheran School in Brillion, then went on to Brillion High School and graduated...

Jun 5, 2026

Mark Norling was born in Gaylord, Minnesota on Monday, February 11, 1980, to Terry and Jody (Mundahl) Norling.

The family moved several times before moving to Pipestone, MN. Mark was a member of the Boy Scouts. He enjoyed playing baseball, going to visit his Grandmas (just a bike ride away), going roller skating and hanging out with...

May 30, 2026

Michael “Mike” L. Irish, age 77, of De Pere, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, May 30, 2026 at his home.

Mike was born on August 24, 1948 in Green Bay, son of the late Donald & Deloris (Kasten) Irish. He was a graduate of West De Pere high school, class of 1966. He furthered his education at the University of...