Obituaries

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Richard L. Marsh

Richard L. Marsh

Sep 28, 2025

Richard L. Marsh, age 96, of Heartland House, Wautoma, formerly of Plainfield, passed away peacefully, Sunday evening, September 28, 2025.

He was born July 11, 1929 in Adams, Wisconsin the son of Gilbert and Averi (Pierce) Marsh. He married Phyllis E. Hetzel, on June 26, 1959 in the Little Brown Church in Iowa. She preceded him in death on July 8,...

Sandra L. Urban

Sandra L. Urban

Sep 21, 2025

Sandra L. Urban, age 81, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully Sunday evening, September 21, 2025 at Waupaca Elder Care Home.

She was born July 31, 1944 in Highland Park, Illinois the daughter of William R. and Julia M. (Kline) Volkman. She married Gary A. Urban at Saint Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Wisconsin Rapids on June 15, 1968.

Sandra was a graduate...

Christofer L. Burns

Christofer L. Burns

Aug 29, 2025

Christofer L. Burns, age 43, of Plainfield, died Friday afternoon, August 29, 2025 as a result of motor vehicle accident in the town of Plainfield.

He was born May 14, 1982 in Madison, the son of Leland and Carol (Melton) Burns. He married Jennifer J. Heal on October 22, 2016.

Chris enjoyed his garden and building his greenhouse, growing veggies from seed...

Robin M. Shultis

Robin M. Shultis

Aug 25, 2025

Robin Marie Shultis, age 67, of Coloma, WI, died on Monday, August 25, 2025, quietly and comfortably at Patriot Place in Berlin, WI. Robin was born on December 5, 1957 in Belleville, WI to Forrest and LaRheta (Austin) Ellsworth.

Robin graduated from Adams-Friendship High School in 1976. She married Gary W. Shultis on October 2, 1976. together they shared 48 years...

Billye D. Schroeder

Billye D. Schroeder

Aug 24, 2025

Billye D. Schroeder, age 82, passed away, Aug. 24, 2025 at his son and daughter-in-law's home, Corey and Michelle Schroeder.

He was born January 1, 1943 in Menomonie, Wisconsin the son of Norman and June (Skellenger) Schroeder. He married Patricia A. Blevins on January 30, 1998. She preceded him in death. His two sons survive, Barry and Corey.

To honor Billye’s wishes...

Betsey Lauer

Betsey Lauer

Aug 7, 2025

Betsey Lauer, 47, passed away on August 7, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by lots of loving friends and family in her last days.

She was born in Stevens Point on January 20, 1978 to Wayne and Linda (Perry) Lauer. She grew up in rural Plainfield graduating from Tri-County High School. Betsey was a fun-loving spirit,...

James "Jim" W. Schallock

James "Jim" W. Schallock

Aug 5, 2025

James W. “Jim” Schallock, age 78, of Wautoma, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at his home with his family at his side.

He was born February 20, 1947 in Milwaukee, the son of William and Bernice (Peterson) Schallock. He married the love of his life, Sherri L. Bowman on June 24, 1978 in Wautoma.

Jim served his country in the...

Karl Schwarz

Karl Schwarz

Aug 4, 2025

Karl Schwarz, age 94, of Wisconsin Rapids, formerly of Hancock, passed away peacefully Monday morning, August 4, 2025 at his home.

He was born May 4, 1931 in Ozone, Arkansas the son of Herman Schwarz and Annabell (Ross) Schwarz. He married Marcella “Marcy” Holden on June 4, 1954 in Columbus, Wisconsin.

Karl proudly served his country in the United States Army during...

Robyn M. Ratajczak

Robyn M. Ratajczak

Jul 29, 2025

Robyn Michelle Oralee Ratajczak passed away at 7:03 A.M. in Port Charlotte, Florida on July 29, 2025 after a long battle with pneumonia. She was born at Wautoma Hospital on April 20, 1973 to Michael and Dorothy Ratajczak. She joined a brother, Robert “Bob” and grew up in Wautoma attending the Wautoma Area School system, participating and enjoying school and...

Charlotte L. Thompson

Charlotte L. Thompson

Jul 25, 2025

Charlotte Thompson, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend to many, passed away peacefully on July 25th at the age of 78, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, creativity, and community spirit.

Born on November 29, 1946, in Chicago, IL, Charlotte was the daughter of Charles Sr. and Naida (Wieder) Krieman. Later that same year, the family moved to Pine Lake in Wild...

Sammy A. Lipuma

Sammy A. Lipuma

Jul 13, 2025

Sammy A. Lipuma, age 82, of Wautoma, passed away peacefully, Sunday morning, July 13, 2025 at Silver Lake Manor in Wautoma.  A complete obituary will be available soon. 

Violet V. Monroe

Violet V. Monroe

Jul 12, 2025

Violet V. Monroe, a beloved homemaker and devoted mother, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 12, 2025 in Wautoma, at the age of 98. Born on December 19, 1926, in Hancock, Wisconsin, Violet lived a life filled with care, love, and hard work. She dedicated herself to her family and community, leaving a legacy that will be cherished by all...

Patrick J. Deist

Patrick J. Deist

Jul 6, 2025

Patrick J. Deist, a beloved member of the Wild Rose community, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, at Sylvan's Crossing in Stevens Point, at the age of 59. Born on November 24, 1965, in Fort Atkinson, the son of James and Jo Ann (Martin) Deist. Patrick was a lifelong resident of Wild Rose, where he made a lasting impact...

David A. Wilson

David A. Wilson

Jul 1, 2025

Dave was born to Harold and Jenny (Potter) Wilson on Jan. 15, 1950 in Wild Rose Wis, during a large snowstorm. Dave fought an 8 year battle with cancer and died on July 1, 2025. His family moved from Plainfield to Bancroft when he was about 4 years old. Dave’s neighbors growing up became family to him. They had many...

Lawrence E. Babcock

Lawrence E. Babcock

Jun 15, 2025

Lawrence E. Babcock, age 80, of Fond du lac, passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025 at Meadowbrook Assisted Living in Appleton.

He was born November 5, 1944 in Fond du lac the son of Lawrence and Lorraine (Haenagen) Babcock. He married Linda Moody on August 27, 1966 and they later divorced.

Lawrence served his country in the United States Army during Vietnam...

Angela T. Huth

Angela T. Huth

Jun 15, 2025

Angela T. Huth, age 89, of Ripon passed away Sunday morning, June 15, 2025 at Bethel Home in Oshkosh. To honor Angela's wishes private family services will be held at a later date. 

Paul D. Andersen

Paul D. Andersen

Jun 14, 2025

After a brief illness, it is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts we announce the passing of Paul Dean Andersen age 77 of Redgranite, Wi. Who died on June 14th at Evergreen Nursing Home in Oshkosh, Wi. Paul was born on March 11th 1948.Paul was a very quiet and simple man who was kind to all. He grew up as...

Ann H. Sigourney

Ann H. Sigourney

Jun 12, 2025

Ann Helene Sigourney

May 17, 1939 –June 12, 2025

On June 12th, at 6:15 PM, Ann Sigourney, age 86, was called home to be with the angels.

Ann was born in Stevens Point, Wisconsin at Saint Michael’s Hospital on May 17,1939, to Cecil and Velma Wright. Ann grew up in Hancock, Wisconsin and graduated from high school in Plainfield, Wisconsin. On May 16,...

Thomas Dudei

Thomas Dudei

Jun 12, 2025

Thomas David Dudei passed away unexpectedly on Thursday June 12, 2025 at the age of 77 at his home in Plover.

 Born September 19, 1947, to Hilmer (Bud) & June (Bender) Dudei in Berlin, WI. The family moved to Plainfield when Bud & June purchased a parcel of land and constructed Bud’s Drive In, which later they sold and became Ron’s...

Alfie Hernandez

Alfie Hernandez

Jun 12, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the sudden passing of Alfredo Hernandez, who left us on the evening of Thursday, June 12, 2025.

Alfie was born on July 10, 1954 in Rio Frio, Texas to Rejelio Valentine Hernandez and Enedina Jimenez. He had 12 other brothers and sisters. He and his family migrated from Texas to...