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Ruth H. Tubbs
Jul 23, 2026
RUTH H TUBBS PASSED AWAY JULY 23RD AFTER A STRUGGLE WITH ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE.
RUTH WAS BORN 2-19-28 IN CHILI WISCONSIN TO GEORGE AND HAZEL OSTERHAUS, 7TH OF EIGHT CHILDREN. THE FAMILY MOVED TO PLAINFIELD IN 1929.
RUTH GRADUATED FROM PLAINFIELD HIGH SCHOOL IN 1945; SHE ATTENDED STEVENS POINT TEACHERS COLLEGE IN 1946. SHE MARRIED BERNARD BENDER 3-29-1947. HE DIED IN 1952. CHILDREN...
James C. Hanson
Apr 19, 2026
James C. Hanson, age 74, of Hancock, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, April 19, 2026 at ThedaCare Medical Center of Wild Rose.
He was born August 2, 1951 in Milwaukee, the son of Carl and Mildred (Bergstedt) Hanson.
Jim grew up in Milwaukee and attended Pulaski High School. He enlisted in the Army and was stationed in Germany from 1970 – 1974....
Carol C. Mietzel
Jan 28, 2026
Carol Mietzel, age 78, of Wautoma passed away after losing her battle with cancer on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at her home on Silver Lake.
She was born on December 31, 1947, in Berwyn, Illinois, the daughter of Paul and Charlotte (Crackel) Zinke. She graduated from Lyons Township High School and attended UW-Oshkosh where she met and married Peder “Pete” Culver in...
Theodore M. "Ted" Rose Jr.
Jul 21, 2026
Theodore “Ted” M. Rose Jr, age 72, of Plainfield, WI formerly of Janesville, WI, passed away peacefully, Tuesday evening, July 21, 2026 with his family at his side.
He was born October 3, 1953 in Johnstown Pennsylvania, the son of Theodore Rose Sr. and Shirley Ribblett. Ted married Mary Weissinger on July 20, 1985.
Ted retired from General Motors after 30 years....
Vicki Lee Harris
Jul 8, 2026
Vicki L. Harris, age 78, of Plainfield, formerly of Oshkosh, passed away peacefully Wednesday July 8, 2026.
She was born March 5, 1948 in Wisconsin, the daughter of Dorothy (Red) and Jim Geffers.
Vicki went to Saint Vincent school in Oshkosh. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Always being center of attention.
Vicki is survived by her husband, Lee Harris; daughter...
Jacob Michael Duda
Jul 6, 2026
With deep love and sorrow, the family of Jacob Duda shares the news of his passing on July 6, 2026, at the age of 22. Born on March 9, 2004, Jacob brought joy, laughter, and warmth to the lives of everyone who knew him.
Jacob will be remembered for his happy-go-lucky spirit, quick sense of humor, compassion, and natural ability to...
Eugene R. Polley
Jul 4, 2026
Eugene Robert Polley (age 97) passed away peacefully at home on July 4, 2026, one of his favorite holidays.
“Gene” was born Dec. 9, 1928 and spent his life in the Bancroft area. After graduating Bancroft High, he joined the Navy, based in Washington DC.
After Honorable Discharge in 1949, Gene returned to Bancroft and worked with his dad (John) for the...
Anthony J. Sweeney
Jun 30, 2026
It is with deep sadness and much love that we announce the peaceful passing of Anthoney (Tony) J Sweeney Jr on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at the age of 78.
Tony was a self-taught auto mechanic, who loved his work and was always ready to help others. Tony spent more than 23 years at Mercury Marine and proudly served in the...
Natividad Gutierrez
Jun 25, 2026
Natividad Gutiérrez, age 83 met her Lord and Savior on June 25,2026 and we are quite sure there was a beautiful homecoming and celebration when Nati's sweet Soul arrived in Heaven!
Her love for all and joy in living will be celebrated on Sunday, July 12th at 3:00pm in the Plainfield Baptist Church/Evangelical Eterno at 205 Clark Street, Plainfield WI.
Visitation at...
Richard E. Swiontek
Jun 21, 2026
Richard E. Swiontek, age 79, of Bancroft, passed away peacefully, Sunday morning, June 21, 2026 at his home with his family at his side.
He was born October 21, 1946 in Stevens Point, the son of Ernie and Ida (Philbrick) Swiontek. He married Lois G. Clark on June 19, 1971.
Richard grew up in the Bancroft area where he graduated from Almond...
Dawn M. Kohler
Jun 18, 2026
Dawn M. Kohler, age 64, of Wautoma, passed away at Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage with her family by her side.
She was born on June 5, 1962, in Marshfield, Wisconsin, the daughter of Robert and Diane (King) DeLong. She married Steven J. Kohler on November 10, 1979, and together they shared 45 wonderful years of marriage built on faith,...
Diane T. Tubbs
Jun 15, 2026
Diane T. Tubbs, age 68, of Almond, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly, Monday, June 15, 2026 at her home.
She was born December 2, 1957 in Illinois the daughter of Jack and June (Wahl) Samlow. She married Douglas C. Tubbs on June 4, 1979 and they were blessed with two loving sons, Ian and Aaron.
Diane moved to Plainfield as a young...
Paul L. Erickson
Jun 14, 2026
Paul “Leif” Erickson, age 70, of Hancock, Wi, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours on Sunday, June 14th, 2026 at The House of the Dove in Marshfield, WI with his wife, Annette, by his side.
Paul was born in Portage, WI on December 8, 1955 to Louis & Betty (Smith) Erickson. The family moved to Columbus, Wi and finally...
Harold E. Dampier
Jun 9, 2026
Harold E. Dampier Jr., was born on April 27, 1940 to Harold and Margaret Dampier in the town of Pine Grove, Portage County, where he grew up on his family’s farm until joining the workforce. Harold worked at Admiral Corp where he met his wife Katie until the company closed its doors.
Harold and Katie were joined in marriage on October...
James C. Mosier
Jun 9, 2026
James Clyde Mosier (85) passed peacefully at home surround by his loving family and into his eternal life in Heaven with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on June 9th 2026. Jim was a devoted husband, father, papa and friend, whose presence will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Jim was married to the love...
Trudy J. Tess
Jun 7, 2026
Trudy J. Tess, age 79, of Plainfield, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday afternoon, June 7, 2026 at her home.
She was born March 25, 1947 in Chicago, the daughter of Andrew and Dorothy (Roth) Behof. She married Wayne H. Tess, Plainfield, on July 24, 1999.
Trudy grew up in Illinois and moved to the Hancock area where she was employed at Waushara County...
William "Bill" Lehr
May 24, 2026
William Anthony “Bill” Lehr of Wautoma passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026, with his family by his side.
Bill was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him. As a journeyman plumber, Bill dedicated much of his life to the family business established in 1962, taking pride in his...
Jack A. Sherman
May 20, 2026
Jack A. Sherman, age 79, of Plainfield, passed away May 20, 2026 at Tomah VA Medical Center.
He was born May 22, 1946 in Little Rice, Wisconsin the son of Henry and Thelma (Giffey) Sherman. He married the love of his life, Bernadette M. Schulist on October 23, 1970.
Jack grew up in Bancroft and graduated from Tri-County High School in 1965....
Elizabeth E. Ingersoll
May 16, 2026
Elizabeth E. Ingersoll, age 97, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Cranberry Court in Wisconsin Rapids.
Elizabeth was born on October 31, 1928, in the town of Almond to Anthony and Gladys (Walker) Wallner. She grew up on the family farm south of Plainfield, moving there with her family in 1932. One of eight children, Elizabeth was part...
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