Recent Obituaries

Jan 12, 2026

Serena Catherine Polster, 96, formerly of New Holstein, passed away on January 12, 2026, at Ivy Manor Assisted Living in West Bend, where she has been a resident the last two years. She was born on April 25, 1929, in Charlesburg, to Frank and Frances (La Croix) Weber.

She attended St. Mary's Catholic grade school in Marytown...

Jan 12, 2026

Joel D. Ott, age 76, of Brillion, passed away peacefully on Monday night, January 12, 2026.

Joel was born on April 11, 1949 in Green Bay, son of the late Donald & Lucille (Zick) Ott. He was a graduate of Brillion High School, class of 1967. He went on to further his education at Fox Valley Technical College with a degree...

Jan 10, 2026

Sherry Shirley (Thimmig) Schneider, age 58 of Mt. Calvary passed away at Froedtert Hospital on Saturday January 10th, 2026, with her loving husband Dan, daughter Nicole, and son Aaron at her side. Sherry fought a long, courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, and while her family is heartbroken, they are comforted knowing she is finally at rest. She was a...

Jan 9, 2026

Elmer H. Steffes, 82, of Mount Calvary, died Friday afternoon, January 9, 2026, at Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac.

He was born on March 6, 1943, in his family home in Mount Calvary to the late Ben and Virginia (Engel) Steffes.

Elmer graduated from New Holstein High School in 1961.

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Jan 9, 2026

*Please note time and location changes!  Everything has been moved to St. Mary Catholic Church in Hilbert.  The family will greet relatives and friends at church on Saturday, February 14, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.  A Mass of Christian Burial for Pat and Ginny will take place at 11:30 a.m.  Officiating will be Father David Funk O.F.M.  

Virginia...

Jan 6, 2026

Stella Frances (Lombardi) Stecker, age 80, of Brillion, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at Brillion Westhaven.

Stella was born September 11, 1945, in Auburn, New York. She was the daughter of the late George and Rosa (Italiano) Lombardi. She graduated West High School in Auburn, New York in 1963. She then went on to further her studies at...

Jan 2, 2026

Jeffery S. Schloemer, age 59, of Reedsville, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 2, 2026.

Jeffery was born on June 4, 1966 in West Bend, son of Sandra “Sandy” Fischer and the late Dennis “Whitey” Schloemer. He attended school in West Bend. Jeffery worked at the Pallet Company in Reedsville and Ariens Company in Brillion over the years. He fought battles...

Dec 30, 2025

Andrew “Andy” J. Kleist, age 32, of Hilbert, passed away on December 30, 2025.

Born on December 7, 1993 in Brillion, he is the son of Tammy Kleist and Randy Kleist.

Andy was known for his kindness and strong desire to help others. He went to school in Appleton and Brillion, and then made a career of classic car restoration at Jewel’s...

Dec 29, 2025

Jeremy Wesener, age 44 of Hilbert went to heaven on Monday, December 29, 2025.

He was a devoted father, son, brother, boyfriend and friend to many. Jeremy’s life, rich with passion and purpose, was a testament to his unwavering faith and love for those around him. He left behind a legacy that will forever resonate in the hearts of his family...

Dec 26, 2025

Michael E. Klann, age 78, formerly of Reedsville, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2025 at The Gardens at Fountain Way in Menasha.

Michael was born on July 15, 1947 in Reedsville, the son of the late Ervin & Laura (Copiskey) Klann. He was a graduate of Reedsville High School, class of 1965. He then took the Farming Short Course...

Dec 22, 2025

Constance "Connie" J. Wenzel

Oh, that the Lord would guide my ways

To keep his statutes still!

Oh, that my God would grant me grace

To know and do his will!

Order my footsteps by your Word,

And make my heart sincere;

Let sin have no dominion, Lord,

But keep my conscience clear.

Assist my soul, too apt to stray,

A stricter watch to keep;

And should I e'er forget your...

Dec 21, 2025

A Tribute Video link has been added to the Sippel Funeral Home Website for those wishing to view the service for Sharon.  Link will be available when the service begins.

In Loving Memory of Sharon Phyllis (Hoekstra) Klessig.

Sharon Phyllis (Hoekstra) Klessig, age 78, of rural Chilton in the Town of Brothertown, was called home...

Dec 21, 2025

Irene Rose Stephanie, age 90, of Fond du Lac, passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025, at the Fond du Lac Lutheran Home where she has resided since October of 2016.

She was born March 29, 1935, in the Town of Marshfield near St. Joe to Fredrich & Martha (Braun) Stephanie. Irene attended St. Joseph Catholic Grade School...

Dec 13, 2025

Eugene Merle Mortimer, age 90, of New Holstein, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Aurora Medical Center Sheboygan County.

Gene, as he preferred to be called, was born at home on January 25, 1935, in Chilton to Jess & Hildegarde (Binsfield) Mortimer. His siblings are: John Mortimer, age 94, the late Ann (Allen) Markwardt, and the...

Dec 13, 2025

Linda Stephanie (Petrie), age 71, of rural St. Cloud, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025, in her home surrounded by her loved ones. Her final days were filled with visits from family and friends, a testament to the deep connections she nurtured throughout her life.

Born on July 28, 1954, in Sheboygan, Linda was the daughter...

Dec 11, 2025

Antonia “Toni” Hillmann, age 81, a resident of Alten Haus, Neenah, formerly of Brillion, passed away Thursday morning, December 11, 2025.

Toni was born on April 3, 1944 at the home farm in the town of Schleswig, daughter of the late Anton & Frieda (Kautzer) Schnell. Toni was a graduate of Valders High School, Class of 1962. On April 4, 1964...

Dec 9, 2025

Eunice (Buchholz) Hoefler, age 101, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Willowdale Health Services.

Eunice was born October 24, 1924, in Kiel, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Herman and Hulda (Westphalen) Buchholz. She married Joseph Hoefler on September 23, 1944. They farmed in the Township of New Holstein for 50 years where Eunice helped with...

Dec 3, 2025

Sarah M. Bratz, age 94, formerly of Reedsville, passed away Wednesday evening, December 3, 2025 at Brillion West Haven. She was born on February 10, 1931 in Rantoul, daughter of the late Henry and Emma (Last) Dallmann Sr. On November 26, 1955 she married Lawrence “Sonny” Bratz at Trinity Lutheran Church, Rantoul. He preceded her in death on May 18,...

Nov 27, 2025

Tammy J. (Freund) Mann, On November 27, 2025, Tammy Mann, age 56, of St. Cloud earned her wings and joined her husband, Jeffery, and her mom, Ginger, for Thanksgiving this year after a short fight from an unfortunate catastrophic medical event from a medicinal side effect.

She was born October 17, 1969, to Walter "Wally" Freund &...

Nov 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edward “Ted/Teddy” Reinemann, and with rejoicing hearts that we share he reached his heavenly home on November 26, 2025.

Ted was born on April 11, 1938, in Manitowoc to Clifford and Marjorie (Wintermantle) Reinemann. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John-St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville, where he remained...