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Kim Henne

Kim Henne

Oct 20, 2025

Kim Joseph Henne, passed away suddenly on October 20, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on January 25, 1953, in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin, to Ralph "Jr" and Marion (Donlevy) Henne, Kim was a kind and genuine person who touched the lives of many. A dedicated husband to Linda Henne, he always placed her needs first, demonstrating a profound love...

Thomas Blazek

Thomas Blazek

Oct 17, 2025

Thomas James Blazek, 73, of Pound, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, October 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, following a ten-month battle with cancer.

Tom was born on September 11, 1952, to the late Melvin “Bucky” and Mavis (Kamke) Blazek. He graduated from Oconto Falls High School in 1970 and went on to study in the auto mechanics...

Susan Collins

Susan Collins

Oct 14, 2025

Susan (Sue) Collins, age 61, passed away peacefully at home on an October morning, surrounded by her husband, daughters, and beloved dogs, after a three-year battle with breast cancer. Sue was born pure of heart and remained that way her entire life. 

Sue was a beloved, accomplished Physical Therapist in Oconto Falls for nearly thirty years. Sue was a runner who...

Roland Lawrence LaViolette

Roland Lawrence LaViolette

Oct 9, 2025

Roland "Butch" Lawrence LaViolette, passed away unexpectedly on October 9, 2025, at the age of 88. He was born on November 14, 1936, in Oconto, to Lawrence and Eleanor (Noel) LaViolette, attendeding local schools in Oconto. Butch worked various farming and welding jobs throughout his life.

A vibrant personality, Butch was known for his gregarious nature and love of socializing. He...

Irene Kathleen Koehne

Irene Kathleen Koehne

Sep 27, 2025

Irene "Renee" Kathleen Koehne, cherished mother and beloved community member, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2025, at the age of 88 in Hobart. Born on July 3, 1937, in Oconto Falls, Irene embraced life with a remarkable spirit that touched everyone she met. She graduated from Oconto Falls High School with the Class of 1955. Irene married her high...

Deborah Ann McDermid

Deborah Ann McDermid

Sep 22, 2025

Deborah Ann (Brady) McDermid, 69, of Suring, WI passed away September 22, 2025, peacefully at her home after a long, fought battle with cancer. She was born July 26, 1956 in Mt. Clemens, Michigan. She graduated from Romeo High School in 1974. She married Daniel T. McDermid March 22, 1975 in Yuma, Arizona. As a military spouse she lived in...

Frank Michael Borghese

Frank Michael Borghese

Sep 11, 2025

Frank Michael Borghese, 80, of Morgan, Wisconsin passed away on September 11, 2025. He was born in Chicago to the late Frank A. and Mary (Scolastico) Borghese. He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of 53 years, Charlene (nee Tajak) Borghese.

Frank was a Cardiac Physiologist and also directed the Cardiac Department at St. Joseph Hospital in Chicago...

Victoria Lynn Belke

Victoria Lynn Belke

Sep 10, 2025

Victoria Lynn Belke, 73, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, September 10th, 2025, at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay with both of her granddaughters at her side. She was born on February 21, 1952, to Allen and Beverly (Martell) Gagnon in Green Bay, where she spent her childhood and teen years. The oldest of six children, she graduated from Bay Port...

Dorothy Ann Rusch

Dorothy Ann Rusch

Sep 7, 2025

Dorothy Ann (Daft) Rusch, born on June 22, 1935, in Oconto Falls, passed away on September 7, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. Dorothy was hardworking, helping Herman on the farm, working in the factory, and raising a family. More than anything, she enjoyed serving others by providing wonderful home-cooked meals and fellowshipping with her church family.

Family...

Audrey Ann Rhode

Audrey Ann Rhode

Sep 6, 2025

The morning of September 6, 2025 saw the closing of the final chapter of a remarkable girl from Coleman, Wisconsin. Audrey Ann Rivet (Chadwick, Rhode), 96, was born on July 19, 1929, the firstborn of Ed and Delima (Woulf) Rivet, descendants of French Canadians who made their way to this frontier several generations prior. They worked a small plot of...

David Messenger

David Messenger

Aug 27, 2025

David John Messenger Aka, 'SUPER DAVE' (45), of Oconto Falls, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. He was born on Oct. 29, 1979, to John & Colleen Messenger.

David was an avid bowler for many years. He also enjoyed taking care of lawns for others and helping them with yard work and household chores.

He had a loving heart that anyone...

Susan Kryshak

Susan Kryshak

Aug 25, 2025

Susan Madelon Kryshak, 84, passed away on August 25, 2025. She was born on November 9, 1940, in England.

Grandma Sue married Don Kryshak on June 24, 2000. They had many wonderful years together where they filled their days with loving children and grandchildren and, in time, great grandchildren. They served a mission together, served in the temple together, and were...

Riley Gostisha

Riley Gostisha

Aug 14, 2025

Riley Joseph Gostisha passed away August 14, 2025 in Beloit, WI at the age of 46.

Riley was born the son of Joseph William Gostisha and Monica Lee Gostisha (Pavlovich) on September 5, 1978 in Iron Mountain, MI with his home in Goodman, WI. He moved with his parents to DePere, Green Bay, and eventually Oconto Falls, WI where he attended...

Gerald P. Schmidt

Gerald P. Schmidt

Jul 31, 2025

Gerald "Jerry" P. Schmidt Sr., 89, Marinette, previously of Lee Lake, died Thursday morning July 31, 2025 at Washington Square in Marinette. He was born October 29, 1935 in Milwaukee to Frank Jr. and Gladys (Hartman) Schmidt. Jerry grew up in Milwaukee where he graduated from Boys Tech.

On August 18, 1962 he married Carol Ott in Milwaukee. They lived in...

Carol Burns

Carol Burns

Jul 23, 2025

Carol Burns, 91, Oconto Falls, died Wednesday morning, July 23, 2025 at The Cottages. She was born April 28, 1934 in Berlin, WI to Clifford and Anna (Weiland) Young. Carol graduated Berlin High School and received her Bachelor of Science degree from UW-Stout. As a dedicated teacher who loved her students, Carol taught family and consumer education in Sheboygan High...

Gary Van Caster

Gary Van Caster

Jul 22, 2025

Gary "Tom" Thomas Van Caster, 83, Oconto Falls, died of old age Tuesday morning, July 22, 2025. With the help of his daughter Tiffney, he was able to be right where he wanted to be during the end of life process, in his recliner, at home!

He was born January 30, 1942 in Green Bay to Harry and Eleanor (Ruby) Van...

David Young

David Young

Jul 9, 2025

David Wilbur Young, born on May 27, 1955, in Oconto Falls, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2025, surrounded by loving memories of a life well-lived. A proud father to his son, Cole, and a cherished grandfather to Samantha, John, and Millie, Dave always made time for his family and was always there when needed.

Dave graduated from Oconto Falls...

Floyd Joseph Spice

Floyd Joseph Spice

Jul 6, 2025

Floyd Joseph "Joe" Spice of Lily, WI, formally of Oconto Falls, peacefully passed away on July 6, 2025. Joe was born on August 12, 1948 to Floyd "Bud" and Marilyn "Jean" (Nemojeski) Spice.

Joe grew up and attended school in Oconto Falls. He had many great stories about his friendships, school activities, and sport memories. He married Faith "Faye" on August...

Rosemary Young

Rosemary Young

Jul 3, 2025

Rosemary "Rosie" Young, 82, Shawano, died Thursday morning, July 3, 2025 at home. She was born May 13, 1943 in Oconto Falls to Ervin and Stella (Smits) Heaney. Rosemary attended Degantown grade school and graduated Oconto Falls High School with the class of 1961. Following graduation, she worked at the shoe factory in Pulaski. In April of 1964, she enlisted...

Stuart Anderson

Stuart Anderson

Jul 2, 2025

Stuart “Stu” Anderson, 88, Oconto Falls, went to be with his Lord and Saviour Wednesday morning, July 2, 2025 at St. Clare Hospital after valiantly fighting with many health issues. He was born March 20, 1937 in Minneapolis, MN to Helen Hanstad and Victor Anderson. Stu attended Johnson High School in St. Paul, MN where he met his future wife...