Obituaries

Feb 9, 2024

Jake M. Van Loon, age 43, of Wautoma, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 9, 2024 at his home in Wautoma of natural causes.

He was born March 30, 1980 in Berlin the son of Alan and Cathy (Van Wie) Van Loon.

Jake graduated from Wautoma High School and excelled in music.  His passion was...

Feb 4, 2024

Janet F. Meyer, age 76, of Plainfield, passed away Sunday morning, February 4, 2024 at House of the Dove Hospice Home in Marshfield.

She was born July 4, 1947 in Stevens Point, the daughter of Leonard and Shirley (Kramer) McIntee.  She married Glen Meyer on March 28, 2005.

Janet grew up in Plainfield where she...

Feb 2, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Bernard A. Burzik Jr.. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jan 26, 2024

Mary C. Schroeder, age 101, passed away peacefully Friday morning, January 26, 2024 at Thedacare Regional Medical Center in Neenah.

She was born July 16, 1922 in West Bend, the daughter of Daniel and Mary (Bourke) Schroeder . She married Chester “Chet”  Schroeder on June 23, 1944. He preceded her in death on January 19, 2002.

Jan 22, 2024

Alan Alvick Meddaugh, age 60, of Bancroft, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly Monday, January 22, 2024.

He was born February 6, 1963 to Harvey W. and Shirley A. (Meacham) Meddaugh. He married Sheila A. Smith on November 7, 1987. They built a home and grew their life together in Bancroft for the last 36 years.

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Jan 13, 2024

Constance “Connie” Hamilton, age 74, of Hancock, passed away Saturday evening, January 13, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.

She was born July 24, 1949 in Berlin Wisconsin, the daughter of John and Grace (Kos) Bushman. She married Richard Hamilton on June 27, 1970 in Wautoma, Wisconsin.

Connie grew up in the Hancock area where...

Jan 12, 2024

Gloria Jean Dunn, 71 of Redgranite, passed away peacefully, Friday, January 12 in New Mexico.

Gloria was born in Berlin, July 28, 1952, daughter of Dominick ”Chuck” Charles and Agnes MaryAnn (Sroka) Vetrone.

She attended elementary school in Redgranite and Berlin. She graduated from Wautoma High School in 1970. She married Richard R....

Jan 9, 2024

Kathy M. Klemann, age 62, of Wautoma, passed away peacefully Tuesday, afternoon, January 9, 2024 at Heartland House in Wautoma, after a courageous 5 year battle with cancer.

She was born June 5, 1961 in Berlin the daughter of John and Judy (Peck) Eldred.  She married Jay Klemann on September 6, 1986 in Grace Lutheran Church, Berlin....

Jan 8, 2024

Susan "Sue" H. (Sorenson) Gear 93 of Plover died peacefully on January 8th at the Portage County Healthcare Center in Stevens Point. A funeral service will be held at Stahl Funeral home in Plainfield on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.. Family will receive relatives and friends beginning at 11:00 a.m. until the time of service....

Jan 3, 2024

Cindy Zielinski, age 68, passed away unexpectedly, January 3, 2024, at her home in Coloma, WI.  She was born August 31, 1955 in Madison, the daughter of Donald and Carolyn (Fellers) Messner.  Cindy grew up on the lake in Monona, WI where she spent her summer days enjoying water sports with friends and family.  Cindy graduated from Monona Grove...

Jan 2, 2024

Larry H. “Butch” Sawyer, age 66, of Wisconsin Rapids, passed away January 2, 2024 at the Tomah VA Medical Center, after a courageous battle with Cancer.

He was born February 10, 1957 in Stevens Point, the son of Glen and Lois (Walters) Sawyer.  He married Linda M. Dreva on February 29, 1980 and had 43 wonderful years...

Dec 31, 2023

Joan E. Schwartzman , age 87, formerly of Hancock, passed away Sunday, December 31, 2023 at Thedacare  Wild Rose Hospital.

She was born July 12, 1936 in Burlington, Wisconsin the daughter of Raymond and Eleanor (Zunker) Scherbarth. She married Wayne G. Schwartman on November 25, 1954.  He preceded her in death on January 23, 2020....

Dec 30, 2023

Nancy A. Schubert, age 87, of Wautoma, formerly of Hancock, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, December 30, 2023 at Silver Lake Haven in Wautoma.

She was born April 26, 1936 in Wautoma, the daughter of Chester and Margaret (Blader) Wandrey.  She married Norman A. Schubert on May 28, 1955 in Wautoma.  He preceded her in death on...

Dec 29, 2023

Gertrude Joan “Joanie” Rice passed away on December 29, 2023 at home surrounded by her beloved family.  She was born January 9, 1940 to Lucille (Wood) and Jennings Paddock in Sparta, Wisconsin, the eldest of 6 siblings.  On October 5, 1956 she married Franklin Delano Roosevelt “Billy” Rice in Colorado Springs, Colorado and welcomed 5 children.  Joanie received her...

Dec 27, 2023

Betty Joyce (Crawford) Meyer passed away December 27, 2023 at Aspirus Hospital in Stevens Point.

Betty was born September 3, 1925 on the family farm in the township of Plainfield to Charles and Maude (Trickie) Crawford. Betty was the youngest and last survivor of eight children.

She attended West Plainfield Grade School and graduated from...

Dec 25, 2023

Clara M. Rapacz, age 88, of Hancock, Wisconsin, passed away on Christmas day, December 25, 2023, at Heartland House, CBRF in Wautoma.

The daughter of Sylvester and Katherine (Stance) Vaessen, she was born on August 17, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald S. Rapacz. They were blessed with nearly 57...

Nov 28, 2023

Devin J. Ruffalo, age 32, of Wautoma, formerly of Hancock, passed away unexpectedly, November 28, 2023 at his home in Wautoma.

He was born January 11, 1991 in Stevens Point the son of Brian and Michell (Schoenstene) Ruffalo.

Devin attended Tri-County Schools.  He enjoyed playing video games, hunting, fishing, spending time with his son and...

Nov 26, 2023

Brenda Sue Ross (Calkins) of Redgranite, wi passed away on Sunday November 26th surrounded by family and close friends.

Brenda was born in Oshkosh on October 24th, 1961 to Leroy and Edna Calkins. She was the second youngest to five children. Growing up Brenda attended Oshkosh schools where she loves spending time with her cousins...

Nov 23, 2023

Sally Ann Wiese age, 82 of Redgranite, passed away November 23, 2023.  She was born in Appleton, WI in 1941 to George and Henrietta (Burgher) Friedrich.

Sally graduated from Menesha High School in 1959. She was employed with Ripon Pickle Company for over 20 years.  She enjoyed going to flea markets, garage sales and the casino.  She...

Nov 20, 2023

Mary Bloch Gardner, 91, of Wild Rose passed away on November 20, 2023 in Appleton, Wisconsin.

She was born on June 18, 1932 in the town of Oasis, near Plainfield Wisconsin, to Glenn and Eva (Sawyer) Detlor. Mary attended Prairie Center grade school for grades 1-8 and graduated as valedictorian from Tri-County Area Schools in 1950. She...