Obituaries

Jul 2, 2019

Peter J. Puree, of Wisconsin Veterans Home of King, passed away July 2, 2019. A complete obituary will be available soon.

Jul 1, 2019

Cathy J. Reiser, age 56, of Plainfield died unexpectedly Monday morning, July 1, 2019 at her home. Cathy worked as an LPN for over 20 years. Her greatest enjoyment was spending time with her grandchildren and family along with playing cards, watching movies and listening to Johnny Cash. She is survived by her daughter, Heather (Jared) Hansen; her grandsons, Connor...

Jun 24, 2019

MaryAnn M. Muehe, age 90, of Hancock, passed away Monday evening, June 24, 2019 at St. Michael Hospital in Stevens Point.

MaryAnn was born February 11, 1929 in Milwaukee, the daughter of Edward and Margaret (Glick) Jenkins. She married Charlie Muehe on June 12, 1948 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Milwaukee. He preceded her in death on...

Jun 8, 2019

Donald L. Bredow, age 80, of Plainfield, passe away peacefully, Saturday morning, June 8, 2019 at his home with his family at this side. Donald served his country in the United States Marine Corp from 1958 until 1961.  He marreid Karen K. Nelson on July 9, 1960 in Watertown. A complete obituary will be available later.

Jun 1, 2019

William "Bill" Kraus , 82, passed away unexpectedly at home early Saturday morning on June 1, 2019, in Wild Rose, WI. Bill was born on July 30 th , 1936 in Sheboygan, WI, the son of the late Martin and Marie (Schaefer) Kraus. He attended Sheboygan Falls High School in Sheboygan Falls, WI and after graduation, entered the...

May 27, 2019

Byron F. Goodwin , age 87, of Hancock, passed away unexpectedly, May 27, 2019 at his home. He was born February 5, 1932 in Hancock, the son of Leon and Pearl (Powell) Goodwin. He married Marcella Kortas on April 16, 1955 in Utica, MI. Byron was a graduate of Westfield High School. After graduation he served his country in the...

May 20, 2019

Kathleen (Kay) Rose Wellner , age 94, passed away peacefully May 20 at the Wisconsin Veteran's Home in King.  She was born November 23, 1924, to Paul and Edith (Coville) Leigh in the Town of Marion, Waushara County. Kathleen graduated from Victory Country School, Wautoma High School in 1941, and Waushara County Normal School in 1943.  After graduation...

May 9, 2019

Evelyn Joan Beggs , age 74, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on May 9, 2019 at the Wild Rose Manor.  Her death was due to complications of diabetes.  Evelyn was born April 7, 1945 at the Wild Rose Hospital to Herman and Anna (Ross) Schwarz of Hancock, Wisconsin

Her youthful days...

May 6, 2019

Janet M. Martin , age 82, of Hancock, passed away Monday morning, May 6, 2019 at the Waunakee Manor in Waunakee.

She was born May 13, 1936 in Milwaukee, the daughter of Frank and Ruth (Reise) Bukoske.  She married Cyril B. “Cy” Martin on August 29, 1953 in Milwaukee. He preceded her in death on...

May 4, 2019

George F. Butts Jr., age 75, of rural Neshkoro, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly, Saturday May 4, 2019 at his residence.

He was born February 2, 1944 in Illinois, the son George F. Butts Sr. and Mabel L. Dorsch.  He married Vicki Schumann, she survives.

The family will have private services at the Stahl Celebration...

Apr 26, 2019

Robert "Bob" Shafer, 83, returned to his heavenly home to be with the Lord on April 26, 2019, with his family by his side. His firm belief in God supported him and gave him true peace. Robert was born to the late Fred and Viola Shafer in Plainfield, WI on May 27, 1935. He was a veteran from the navy...

Apr 26, 2019

Robert “Bob” Shafer, 83, returned to his heavenly home to be with the Lord on April 26, 2019, with his family by his side.  His firm belief in God supported him and gave him true peace.

Robert was born to the late Fred and Viola Shafer in Plainfield, WI on May 27, 1935.  He was a veteran...

Apr 16, 2019

Richard (Dick) James Chilewski, age 74, of Coloma passed away April 16th, 2019 at The Waterford of Wisconsin Rapids after a brief illness, surrounded by his family. Dick was born on August 29th, 1944 in Adams county, son of Stanley and June Chilewski. Dick grew up farming with his father. In 1958 the family moved to a small farm of...

Apr 16, 2019

Carolyn Jean Tapia passed away on the evening of Tuesday April 16, 2019 at Thedacare Medical Center in Berlin, Wisconsin.

She was born in Red Oak, Iowa on April 8 1944 to Ralf L. Roof and Angeline E. (Egge) Roof. She was one of 4 children; she completed 8 years of school before setting off on a...

Apr 16, 2019

Richard (Dick) James Chilewski , age 74, of Coloma passed away April 16th, 2019 at The Waterford of Wisconsin Rapids after a brief illness, surrounded by his family.

Dick was born on August 29th, 1944 in Adams county, son of Stanley and June Chilewski.  Dick grew up farming with his father.  In 1958 the family...

Apr 15, 2019

Kathleen A. (Lukens) Welter, age 68, of Almond, passed away Monday evening, April 16, 2019 at the Wild Rose Manor.

Kathleen was born to Lee and Gloria Lukens on July 6, 1950 and grew up in Oconomowoc, WI.

Kathleen graduated high school in 1968. She worked at various restaurants until the early 1980’s. It was...

Apr 8, 2019

Lois L. Hammer, age 74 of Wautoma, passed away Monday morning April 8, 2019 at her home.

She was born July 16, 1944 in Mauston, the daughter of Howard R. and Malinda J. (Seefeldt) Irish.

Lois was a simple lady that was strong, independent and very frugal. She loved her beer while listening to her...

Apr 2, 2019

Jesse G. Lopez, age 68, of Hancock, Wisconsin passed away Tuesday afternoon, April 2, 2019 at home in Hancock, Wisconsin. Jesse was born August 10, 1950 in San Antonio, Texas, son of Jacob & Carmen (Garcia) Lopez.  Jesse worked many years at Heartland Farms and his favorite past time was completing woodworking projects in his garage.  He was a...

Mar 31, 2019

Lynette M. Kudronowicz, age 49, of Amherst, formerly of Hancock, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, March 31, 2019 of natural causes.

She was born November 7, 1969 in Stevens Point, the daughter of Damon and Myrna Kudronowicz.

Lynette was a graduate of Tri-County High School.  She was a fun-loving lady that enjoyed time with...

Mar 30, 2019

William M. Rogers, age 90, of Lohrville, passed away March 30, 2019 with his family by his side.

William (Bill) was born in December 30, 1928 in Poy Sippi on a farm during the depression. He graduated from Waupaca High School, and was nominated and passed the Merchant Marine Cadet Corp program, in which he traveled all...