Recent Obituaries

Apr 24, 2026

Irene S. Buboltz, age 73, of Brillion, passed away peacefully on Friday night, April 24, 2026 at Garrow Villa.

Irene was born on January 13, 1953 in Wausau, daughter of the late Harold & Lempi (Paakkonen) Rudie. She attended and graduated from a one room school house in Bonduel. Irene enjoyed word searches, puzzles, and spending time with her family.

She is...

Apr 23, 2026

Services are private.

Apr 23, 2026

Edward “Ed” Voss, age 91, of Brillion, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026.

Ed. was born in Los Angeles, California on February 18, 1935, the 4th of 6 children. Preceded in death by his Parents, three sisters, one brother, and his wife of 57 years, Betty Lue Voss (James), and his eldest son Michael. Survived by his younger brother Joe,...

Apr 22, 2026

William “Bill” Leroy Herdt, age 84, of Reedsville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 with his family by his side.

Bill was born on June 16, 1941 in Galatia, Kansas, son of the late William & Edna (Wagner) Herdt. He was a graduate of Olathe High School in Olathe Kansas, class of 1960. Bill married his love, Zola Ray,...

Apr 21, 2026

Sr. Theresa Vandeberghe SSCK, Age 97, of Mt. Calvary, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at the Villa Rosa in Mt. Calvary.

She was born Irene Ann Vandeberghe on October 3, 1928, to John and Stella (Barnick) Vandeberghe in Jud, North Dakota.

She attended School House on the Prairie in Sheldon, North Dakota...

Apr 21, 2026

Janet D. Buboltz, age 90, of Brillion, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, April 21, 2026 at Brillion West Haven.

Janet was born on December 1, 1935, daughter of the late Föchterlein Von Huebert & Clara (Dickert) Kroening. She attended and graduated from St. John St. James Ev. Lutheran in 1949 and Brillion High School, class of 1953. Janet married Eugene...

Apr 19, 2026

Jay Scot Divine, age 72, was called home to Jesus on April 19, 2026.

Jay was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on July 4, 1953, the son of Gene and Esther Divine. He graduated from Sheboygan North High School, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Business Administration. He married the love of his life, Kathryn...

Apr 16, 2026

Jerome "Jerry" W Vondrachek, age 90, of Brillion, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at Shady Lane in Manitowoc.

Jerry was born January 6, 1936, in Reedsville, son of the late Charles C & Veronica (Geigel) Vondrachek. He was salutatorian of Reedsville High School, class of 1954. On August 20, 1966, he married Julie Eiting at St. Mary Catholic...

Apr 15, 2026

Early Wednesday, April 15th, 2026, William C. De Cleene was greeted by our heavenly father and entered the gates of heaven. In the comfort of his home, he so proudly built, with Judy by his side, William passed away peacefully.

Bill was born on September 7th, 1950 in Green Bay, son of the late Victor “Vic” & Leona (Patzke) De Cleene...

Apr 7, 2026

Jeffrey G. Eickert, age 53, of Rantoul, passed away unexpectedly from natural causes on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at his residence.

Jeff was born on August 1, 1972 in Chilton, son of the late Gerald and Bonita (Dallmann) Eickert. Jeff was a graduate of Brillion High School, Class of 1990. On September 9, 1995 he married the love of his life,...

Apr 6, 2026

Judith Ann Jost Weaver, age 81, a resident of the Village of Bellevue, died Monday evening, April 6, 2026 at her residence. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, “Where”, she said, “the real, real, really good times will roll!!” 

Judith was born on June 14, 1944, daughter of the late Ernest and Verna Mae (Williamson)...

Apr 4, 2026

Frank G. Bartell, of Kiel, WI, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on April 4, 2026, at the age of 86.

He was born May 28, 1939, in St. Cloud, to Earl & Alice (Wick) Bartell.

Frank is lovingly remembered by his devoted wife, Marlene, of 64 years; they were married April 29,...

Apr 2, 2026

Allan G. Behnke, age 87, formerly of Reedsville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Shady Lane in Manitowoc.

Allan was born on January 15, 1939, in Collins, son of the late Elmer & Sylvia (Bratz) Behnke. He was a graduate of Valders High School, class of 1957. He served our country in the United States Army National Guard....

Mar 31, 2026

Robert F. Schrage, age 91, of Mt. Calvary, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at his home, surrounded by family.

He was born on October 17, 1934, in Mt. Calvary, WI to the late Albert and Wilhelmina "Minnie" (Abler) Schrage.

Rob attended Mt. Calvary schools and graduated from Goodrich High School. At the age...

Mar 30, 2026

Lorraine Anna (Clavers) Giese, age 104 years, died peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, March 30, 2026 at Woodside Lutheran Home, Green Bay. She was born on April 26, 1921 in the town of Brillion, daughter of the late Theodore and Caroline (Steinbach) Clavers.

Lorraine graduated from Brillion High School, Class of 1939. On November 13, 1946 she...

Mar 30, 2026

James “Jim” "Fish" L. Saurbeir, age 74, of Brillion, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, March 30, 2026 at Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton.

Jim was born on April 19, 1951 in Green Bay, son of the late Hilbert & Cecilia (Curtis) Saurbeir. He was a graduate of Brillion High School, class of 1970. Jim was employed at the Brillion...

Mar 25, 2026

Betty P. (Wilberscheid) Busse, age 94, of New Holstein, passed away peacefully at Caring Hands Assisted Living on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. She was a loving wife, mother, and beautiful soul. With heavy hearts and tear-filled eyes, we were there with her until her passing.

She was born February 12, 1932, in Charlesburg, a daughter of the...

Mar 15, 2026

Alice M. (Muellenbach) Suttner, age 74, of rural Chilton "Marytown", passed away peacefully Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Aurora Baycare Center in Green Bay.

She was born April 16, 1951, on the family homestead in the Town of Calumet, to the late Jerome & Viola (Schmitz) Muellenbach.

Alice attended St. Mary's Catholic Grade School in...

Mar 14, 2026

Dorilyn M. Kanter, age 70, of Reedsville, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 14, 2026 at her residence with her sister, Denise and sister-in-law, Jane by her side.

Dori was born in Florence, WI on June 29, 1955, daughter of the late George and Mary (Burich) Kanter.

Survivors include her brothers and sisters: Dennis (Lila) Kanter, Darwin (Robin) Kanter, Dean (Jane) Kanter, Dianne...

Mar 13, 2026

Jeff Gagnow passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 13, 2026, after a 13-month battle with melanoma cancer.

Jeff was more than an avid hunter and fisherman, having fished and hunted in 31 states in the United States & Canada.

Jeff was born in New London, WI on March 29, 1971, to David Gagnow...