Charles R. Neff, 69, of Mountain, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2017.

Charles was born on Sept. 16, 1947, to the late Robert and Mary (Legath) Neff. He served his country honorably in the United States Navy.

Charles married Katherine Dalton on Oct. 11, 1997, in Milwaukee. Charles volunteered on the Doty Fire Department and was a member of American Legion Post 44 of Wabeno.

Charles is survived by his wife, Kathy; seven children, Venus Nieskes, Shane Neff, Nomale Thoney, Autumn (Tim) Baral, Ashley Halase, Christopher Halase and Nicholas Halase; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Roxanne Aheren.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Charles on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017, at the Doty Town Hall from 11 a.m. until the memorial service at 1 p.m. with Pastor Bill Krauss officiating. Military Honors will be performed by American Legion Post 44 following the memorial service.

Gruetzmacher Funeral Home in Suring is assisting the family with arrangements.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.gruetzmacherfuneralhome.com.

A special thank you to Southern Care Hospice and Woodland Village Nursing Home in Suring for the care and compassion given to Charles and his family.

Kathleen L. (Alto) Gilligan, 73, of Gillett, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Sept. 3, 2017, at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay.

Kathy was born in Waukegan, Illinois, on Aug. 25, 1944, one of two daughters of Runnar and Catherine (Walsh) Alto. In earlier years, Kathy farmed and later worked as a cook at OJ’s Restaurant and as a waitress at Yancy’s Restaurant. She eventually retired from Seneca Foods.

Kathy enjoyed trips to Wisconsin Dells to visit family and loved her dogs. She will be sadly missed.

Kathy is survived by her husband, Dennis “Denny” Gilligan, of Pulcifer; her daughter, DeAnne (the late Joseph) Glime, of Florida; her sons: Randy (Christi) St. Louis, of Oconto Falls, Greg St. Louis, of Fond du Lac, Andrew (Laurie) St. Louis, of Coleman, Kris St. Louis, of Bonduel, and Daniel (Tanya) St. Louis, of Fond du Lac. She also leaves her grandchildren: Matthew (Shelly), Kaitlyn, Laikyn, Brailyn, Hailyn, Brianna (Ian), Cassie, Ethan, Lincoln, Harrison and Arthur. Kathy is further survived by a great-granddaughter, Alice, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Jean (Ken) Hall.

Friends and relatives called on the family on Friday, Sept. 8, 2017, from 5-6:45 p.m. at Legacy Funeral Chapels, 108 E. Main St., Gillett. A funeral service followed at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Kent Wallace officiating. Final rest will be at Olin Cemetery, Springville.

The family sends special thanks to the staff and residents at Woodland Village of Gillett as well as the staff and nurses of the ICU and the eighth floor at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay.

For information or to leave an online condolence for the family, please visit LegacyFuneralChapels.com or call 920-855-2144.

Brian K. Friebel, 50, of Suring, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, following a courageous and short battle with cancer. He was born on Sept. 27, 1966, to Lyle and the late Marlene (Van Nuland) Friebel and was raised in Kaukauna.

Brian served his county in the United States Navy aboard the USS John F. Kennedy aircraft carrier from 1985 to 1988. He moved to the Suring area in 1997 where he met his future wife. On June 24, 2000, Brian was united in marriage to Mindi Audley at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Oconomowoc. He was currently employed with KNT Fabrication until he became ill.

Brian enjoyed driving his Harley-Davidson with his wife, Mindi, and special friends Steve and Michelle Heckl. Brian also enjoyed music, camping, fishing, utilizing his creativity (and perfectionism) in his shop at home, and playing Guitar Hero. Family, friends and neighbors would spend time in the shop competing into the early morning hours.

Brian is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Mindi; his children and grandchildren: Brandon (Krista) Friebel-Probst and their children: Alaric and Wyatt; Paige Friebel; Tanner Friebel; father, Lyle Friebel; sibling, Deana (Dan) Binder; father and mother-in-law, Mark (Peggy) Audley; brother and sister-in-laws, Mitch (Christina) Audley, John (Marci) Rosine; nieces and nephews: Zac (fiancée Annamarie) Rosine, Ashley Rosine, Tyler (fiancée Jamie) Audley and their child Kashton, Tiffany (Justin) Kraeger and their children Jeremiah and Kyleigh, Stefanie Binder and her children Connor and McKenzie, Michael Young and his children Roxanne and Lillian. He is further survived by many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his unborn son; his mother, Marlene Friebel; grandparents, Harry and Ethel Van Nuland; uncles, Eugene Friebel, Bob Van Nuland; aunts, Roseann Toonen, Donna Van Nuland, Judy Leffel.

In honor of Brian’s wishes, there will not be a funeral service. A private ceremony will be held. He did not want those who knew him to mourn but rather to celebrate his life.

Gruetzmacher Funeral Home in Suring is assisting the family with arrangements.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.gruetzmacherfuneralhome.com.

A fundraiser sponsored by Brooklyn Lanes Bar and Grill, along with Wichman’s BP Gas Station, to assist the family with medical bills and expenses will be held on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017, at Brooklyn Lanes Bar and Grill, 235 Peshtigo Brook Road, Suring, WI 54174, from noon until closing.

Condolences can be mailed to Mindi Friebel at 12141 South Canoe Lane, Suring, WI 54174, and monetary donations can be sent to NEW Credit Union, c/o Brian Friebel Benefit, 717 E. Main St., Suring, WI 54174.

The family wishes to extend their thanks to all of the family and friends who came to spend time with Brian during his at-home hospice care. A very special thanks to Unity Hospice At Home Services for their wonderful care, compassion and assistance.

Norbert Felix Laska, 82, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2017, at home in Suring.

Knobby, as known to most, was born on June 6, 1935, in Stevens Point, the son of the late Alvin and Laura (Frydach) Laska. He served honorably in the U.S. Navy from 1952-1956. He married Phyllis Langhoff on Oct. 27, 1956.

Norbert worked most of his life for A.O. Smith Corp. as a tool and dye maker. He served as a reserve police officer for the Wauwatosa Police Department for a period of time. In his spare time he enjoyed, fishing, hunting, and tinkering in his workshop. He was also a member of the Suring Antique Tractor Association, and at one time served as scoutmaster while his boys were Scouts.

He is survived by his wife, Phyllis; daughters, Rose, Carol, Mary and Kay; sons, David, Charles and John; 13 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; brothers, Jerry and Mike; sisters, Deloris, Bernice, Loraine, Margie and Betty.

He was preceded in death by his son, Alvin; his parents; brothers, Hank, Eugene and Robert; sisters, Caroline, Theresa and Joanne.

Norbert requested no services. His family will have a life celebration at a future date.

Gruetzmacher Funeral Home in Suring is assisting the family with arrangements.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.gruetzmacherfuneralhome.com.

Raymond Lee Heise, 63, of Breed, passed away on Sept. 16, 2017, at the University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison. He was born to Alger and Louise Heise on Sept. 12, 1954.

Raymond was an avid fisherman and hunter and enjoyed spending time outdoors. He was also a big Packers fan.

Raymond lived most of his life in the Breed area. He worked in his family trade as a bricklayer.

Raymond is survived by his four children, son Mark Heise (Jodi), of Mountain, and daughters Kim Hansen (Rod), of Townsend, Krisy Rains (Jim), of Villa Hills, Kentucky, and Dawn Moon (Joseph), of Suamico; father, Alger Heise, of Breed; brothers, Larry Heise, of Breed, Harvey Heise, of Green Bay, Richard Heise, of Breed, Dennis Heise (Chris), of Gillett; sister, Debbie Graf (Jerry), of Pulaski; grandchildren, Marley and Lottie, Brandon and Alison, Savanah and Samuel, Alyssa, Devon, Charlotte and Megan; and nieces and nephews, Becky Dendler (Jeff), William Graf (Tricia), both of Bonduel, Bobby Graf, of Oakland, California, Ben Heise (Jamie), of Crivitz, and Courtney Heise, of Suring. He is further survived by many other relatives and friends.

Raymond was preceded in death by his mother, Louise Heise.

A private gathering of family and friends will take place on Saturday, Oct. 7, at the Breed Community Center at noon.

Gruetzmacher Funeral Home in Suring is assisting the family with arrangements.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.gruetzmacherfuneralhome.com.

David F. Maccaux, 75, Oconto, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017 at Brookdale Assisted Living, Appleton.

David was born on Dec. 17, 1941, in Green Bay to the late Frank and Evelyn (Pagel) Maccaux. David married Tina Bellow on Sept. 28, 1963. She preceded him in death on Oct. 25, 2015.

David served his country in the U.S. Army and National Guard. He worked at Cruisers Yachts in engineering, Procter & Gamble, with his son, and was sadly missed when he retired. He also worked various other jobs. He enjoyed fishing, camping, reading and gardening.

David was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Stiles, and was scoutmaster for Oconto Troop 1084 for many years.

David is survived by a daughter, Lisa (Charles) DesJarlais, Appleton; a son, Christopher (Shellie) Maccaux, Green Bay; a brother, Leon (Linda) Maccaux, Green Bay; three grandchildren, Nicholas Maccaux, Alexander and Bryce DesJarlais; and many in-laws, cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Gabby and Charlie DesJarlais.

The family will receive relatives and friends at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Stiles, from 9-11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 29, 2017. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at the church with the Rev. Bob Karuhn officiating. Burial will be at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery with military rites by all Oconto military service groups.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.gallagherfuneralhome.net.

A special thank you to the staff at Brookdale and Compassus Hospice for the wonderful care given to David.

Jeanne Marie White, 74, De Pere, passed away on Friday Sept. 15, 2017. She was born in Oconto Falls on Oct. 20, 1942, to the late Wencel and Sylvia (Thomson) Murphy.

Jeanne attended St. Anthony Catholic School as well as Lena High School. She graduated from University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.

Jeanne was a guidance counselor at De Pere High School for 25 years. Her focus was ensuring each of her students was set up for success post their high school education. She was known for her quick wit and sense of humor by her colleagues. She was also a real estate broker and loved “closing the deal.” She owned and managed the Wencel Murphy Mobile Home Court for many years in Oconto Falls, after purchasing it from her parents. She could often be seen riding her John Deere tractor cutting the grass. Upon retirement, she moved to Shawano. She enjoyed a good burger and a cold beer at various taverns in the area and quickly befriended all that she met.

Throughout her life she enjoyed traveling all over the world. Some of her favorite places, however, were right here in the United States. Whether it was Hawaii, Texas or California, she always found a way to have a great time. One of her favorite places to go each year was the Kentucky Derby.

Jeanne was a very generous person to those in need throughout her life.

Jeanne is survived by her sons, Jim (Laura) Van Hefty and Pat (Heather) Van Hefty; eight grandchildren, Sam (Caitlin), Hannah (Hakeem), William, Olivia, Rachel, Jake, Casey and Sylvia; siblings, Patricia (Skip) Pray, Jim Murphy, Allan (Kathy) Murphy and Marilyn (Mike) Wieber.

Jeanne was preceded in death by her parents and baby brother Howard.

Friends may call at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 253 N. Franklin St., Oconto Falls, after 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 29, 2017. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Joel Sember officiating. Inurnment in the parish cemetery will follow.

Ryan Funeral Home, De Pere, is assisting the family.

Please go to www.ryanfh.com to send online condolences to the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Jeanne M. White Scholarship Fund at De Pere High School, 1700 Chicago St., De Pere, WI 54115.

The family extends special thanks to the staff at Artisan Senior Living of De Pere for the wonderful care over the past five years.

Susan Van Roy, 59, Oconto Falls, died suddenly on Monday morning, Sept. 18, 2017, in St. Mary’s Hospital ICU. She was born on Aug. 5, 1958, in Oconto Falls to Bill and Marian (Meyer) Warner.

Sue attended Oconto Falls Public Schools, graduating from high school with the Class of 1977. On April 18, 1992, she married Gary Van Roy at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Suring.

Sue once worked at Meunier True Value in Gillett and was employed at Sam’s Club in Green Bay for the past 16 years. She enjoyed flower gardening, and Christmas was her favorite time of the year.

Survivors are her husband, Gary Van Roy, Oconto Falls; two children, David (Angela) Renel, Minnesota, and Alica (Josh LaBrosse) Renel, Oconto Falls; stepson, Gary “Little Gary” Van Roy, Washington; four grandchildren whom she dearly loved, Anela Renel, Danielle and her fatherm Kye Darby, Jared List and Lexi Lee Renel; her five siblings, Danni (Mike) VanHaren, Oconto Falls, Cindy Falash, Stiles, Bill (Mary) Warner, Nekoosa, Bob (Sarah) Warner, Luxemburg, and Becky (Glen) Warner, Oconto Falls; Grandma Anne Renel, Oconto Falls; her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Lee (Nano) Van Roy, Green Bay, Rita (John) Frisque, town of Scott, Nancy Van Roy, De Pere, Kevin (Maureen) Van Roy, South Chase, and Paula Van Roy, Green Bay; her shih tzu dog, Sugar; many nieces, nephews, friends and coworkers.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers-in-law, Donald Falash and Dennis Van Roy; and her in-laws, Leo and Alice Van Roy.

Visitation with the urn present was held after 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017, at Jones Funeral Service in Oconto Falls until the time of service. Memorial services were held 3 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with Pastor Gary Olson officiating.

Gloria R. Bauerfeind, 88, of Suring, passed away on Friday, Sept. 22, 2017.

Gloria was born on Nov. 14, 1928, to the late Donald and Amelia (Marsh) Bauerfeind in Mountain. She graduated from Mountain High School with the Class of 1946 as valedictorian. Gloria received the Spirit Award and the I Dare You Book. She worked as a waitress, check clerk, and house cleaner for neighbors for many years.

In her spare time, Gloria enjoyed knitting, crocheting, embroidery, foam art craft and watching TV.

Gloria is survived by her niece, Lynn (Kim) Neumann; great-nephew, Timothy; great-nieces, Laura and Brooke; great-great-nephew, Parker; great-great-nieces, Mila and Lillyanna. She is further survived by many other friends and relatives.

She was preceded in death by her parents; grandparents, Charles and Florence Bauerfeind and Joel and Wilmina Marsh; brother, Donald, and his wife, Dona; niece, Lisa Ann.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017, at Gruetzmacher Funeral Home in Suring from 1 p.m. until the funeral service at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Howard Neider officiating. Gloria will be laid to rest in Mountain Cemetery.

Gruetzmacher Funeral Home in Suring is assisting the family with arrangements.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.gruetzmacherfuneralhome.com.

Special thanks to Woodland Village Nursing Home in Suring for the excellent care given to Gloria over her many years residing there.

Catherine “Irene” Lash, 96, of Cecil, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017, with family at her side.

Irene was born on Nov. 2, 1920, in East Chicago, Indiana, to the late William and Estella (Hilbrich) Quinn. She moved to Wisconsin with her husband, Ted, on Mother’s Day in 1970. Irene was the matriarch of her family. She was an avid Packers fan, keeping score ledgers from 1980 to the present. Irene also loved playing red-eye dice with friends and spending time with family.

Irene is survived by her daughter, Shari (Randy) Hagel, of Cecil; sons, Gerald (Tina) Lash, of Placentia, California, William (Sue) Ferguson, of Munster, Indiana, John (Sharon) Ferguson, of Oceano, California, Thomas (Terri) Ferguson, of Indianapolis; adopted son, Calvin (Bobbi Jo) Chapin, of Shawano; grandchildren, Jesse (Tasha) Hagel, of Cecil, Michael Hagel, of Cecil, Kimberly (fiancé Phil Noll) Hagel, Scott (Kim) Ferguson, of Fresno, California, Jon (Carri) Ferguson, of Willits, California, Elizabeth (Derek) Richardson, of Arroyo Grande, California, Alexandra (Chris) Mattern, of Kent, Washington, Joel Ferguson, of Munster, Indiana, Nicole Lash, of Placentia, California, Christina Dewitt, of Georgia, RJ (Amanda) Butte, of Placentia, California, Jeff (Beth) Hatos, of Doddridge, Arkansas, Mark Hatos, of North Hollywood, California, Michelle Hatos, of Palmdale, California, Janeen (Jim) Stone, of Palmdale, California, Nicole (Adam) Helton, of Indianapolis, Matt (Kate) Ferguson, of Indianapolis, and Lexi Ferguson, of Indianapolis; 17 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Eleanor (George) Adams, of Paris, Texas, and Lorraine (Jack) Nelson, of De Motte, Indiana. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ted; daughter, Maureen Hatos; sisters, Ruth Govert and Maureen Thomas.

Visitation will be held on Friday, Sept. 29, 2017, at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, 407 S. Warrington Ave., Cecil, from 10 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at noon with the Rev. David Barrett officiating.

Gruetzmacher Funeral Home in Suring is assisting the family with arrangements.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.gruetzmacherfuneralhome.com.

Dorothy Mae (Ramage) Frye, “Dottie” to her friends, died peacefully at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay at 86, surrounded by her loving family, early on Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2017.

She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Hugh and Lela (McFarland) Ramage; siblings, Irene, Carol Jean, Le Roy and Betty, all from Kansas; and husband, George Frye, of Lena.

Survived by her brother, Eldon (Vi Gottstein) Ramage, of Tecumseh, Kansas; children, Charles (Diane) Frye, of Plymouth, Minnesota, Frances Frye (Mark Stoeger), of Appleton, Mary Ann (Richard) Glime, of Wisconsin Dells, and George William Frye, of Green Bay. Also survived by her grandchildren, April (Brian) Grogan, of New York City, Amanda (Casey) McGowan, of Wisconsin Dells, Alex Glime, of Madison, Kimberley Brzozowski, of Winneconne, and Jennifer Valeri, of Hortonville; great-grandchildren, Eleanor and Bennett Grogan, Megan and unborn baby McGowan, Evelyn Brzozowski, Tylor, Anna and Mya Valeri; and her best friend and sister-in-law, Ann Frye, of Green Bay.

Raised in Lyons, Kansas, Dottie met George Frye while both worked at Boeing in Wichita. Following marriage on May 16, 1951, they moved to Madison. They then moved and started a family in Bloomington, Minnesota, before moving to Lena in 1960. A cook at the Lena School District for over 30 years, she was active for many years in the American Legion Auxiliary. She was a Cub Scout den mother and the knitting leader for the Lena Rocketeers 4-H Club, instructing all to know and love knitting. She loved Jesus as her Savior and, throughout life, found strength and comfort in her faith.

Dottie enjoyed puttering in her flower garden and solving crossword puzzles but above all loved to visit with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family and friends across the state and across the country. All were welcome in her home.

Mom taught us to plan for every contingency, and showed us how to find the good in everything and everybody. She will be missed in those many ways, large and small, beyond words but that everybody does or will someday understand.

The family greeted relatives and friends Sunday, Oct. 1, at Rhodes-Charapata Funeral Home, 438 W. Main Street, Lena, from 12:30-2:30 p.m., when the funeral procession left for United Methodist Church, 165 N. Farm Road, Oconto Falls. The funeral service was held at the church at 3 p.m. with Pastor David Henke officiating. Dorothy will be placed to rest at Woodlawn Cemetery, Oconto Falls.

Please visit RhodesCharapata.com to express online condolences.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to Home Respite Care of Oconto County, whose volunteers were such help when she was caring for George in his final years, or to Oconto Falls United Methodist Church.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Bellin Hospital for their care and compassion.

Don A. Wagner, 69, of Gillett, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Sept. 29, 2017, at Aurora Bay Care Hospital in Green Bay.

Don was born in Oconto Falls on June 3, 1948, a son of the late Waldemar and Lorraine (Andersen) Wagner.

Following his graduation from Gillett High School in 1966, Don attended Southern Polytechnic State University until he was drafted into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He received numerous medals and decorations, including the National Defense Service Medal and a Vietnam Service Medal with two stars. He was honorably discharged in 1972 and returned home to Gillett.

Don went to work for Wagner Gas & Electric and eventually assumed ownership until his retirement in 2008. He was married to Judy (Winkler) on June 30, 2001.

Don was an avid and enthusiastic hunter and fisherman. His hunting and fishing trips took him annually to Canada and as far away as New Zealand. Don was a “Life Member” of the Oconto River Watershed Chapter of Trout Unlimited. In addition to traveling extensively, Don also loved spending time with his grandkids. He will be sadly missed.

Don is survived by his wife, Judy; his son, Christopher (Heather) Winkler, of Webster City, Iowa; his brothers, Mark (Arlene) Wagner, of Mohnton, Pennsylvania, and Paul (Mary) Wagner, of Waldo. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Mildred Winkler, of Suring; his in-laws, Shirley Lusk, Helen Smith, Edwin (Joyce) Winkler, Barb Winkler, Gene (Ellen) Winkler, Randy (Peggy) Winkler, Ricky (Sandy) Winkler, Bonnie (Ken) Juza, Debbie (Bryon) Huffman and Hoyt Blanchard. Don also leaves his grandchildren, Dayton and Kaitlyn Winkler, and his godchildren, Heather Winkler, Kathryn Winkler, Ethan and Lucas Monroe. Don is further survived by many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, as well as other relatives and friends.

Don was preceded in death by his parents; his father-in-law, Edwin Winkler; sisters-in-law, Debbie Wagner, Dorothy Blanchard, Mary Sell; and brothers-in-law, John Smith and Robert Winkler.

Family and friends called on the family from 4-8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 2, at Legacy Funeral Chapels, 108 E. Main St., Gillett. Visitation continued on Tuesday, Oct. 3, from 9:30-10:45 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 101 W. Main St., Gillett. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Kent Wallace officiating. Interment with full military honors will follow in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery.

Don and Judy want to thank Derek (Sarah) and Daren (Veronica) Wagner for all of the wonderful outdoor adventures! Also thank you to Paul and Mark Wagner for all the great hunting and fishing trips. The memories will live on forever.

For information or to leave an online condolence, please visit LegacyFuneralChapels.com or call 920-855-2144.

Kathleen M. Kasten, 77, of Gillett, passed away at her home with her family and longtime friend Doris “Cookie” Whiting at her side on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2017. She was born on Sept. 14, 1940, to the late Walter and Arlene (Arveson) McDermid.

Kathy married David Kasten in Suring on June 30, 1962.

Kathy is survived by her son, Craig (Amy) Kasten, of Gillett; daughter, Stacie Kasten, of Barneveld; five grandchildren, Jessica, Lauren and Jacob Kasten and Kelsee and Kauy Fargo; brother, Wayne McDermid, of Las Vegas, Nevada; sister, Sharon Porter, of Las Vegas, Nevada; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Harry (Nancy) Kasten, of Cecil, Velma Yancy, of Kiel, George (Carol) Kasten, of Columbus, Kansas, Leola Schneider, of Gillett, Lynn (John) Seiltz, of Greenleaf, and Marge Kasten, of Gillett. Kathleen is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, David; her son, Scott; her parents; in-laws, Harris and Edna Kasten; siblings, Anita and Leo Wawiorka, Patricia and Norbert Hilbert, and an infant sister; brothers-in-laws, Steve Porter, Ernest Kasten, Kenneth Schneider and Bud Yancy.

Kathy enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and was especially proud of their accomplishments in athletics and showing livestock. Raising cattle on the family farm and helping her children, grandchildren nephews and numerous 4-H exhibitors with their beef projects was important to her. For family enjoyment and competition, she enjoyed teaching others how to can dill pickles, salsa and make homemade jams.

Kathy was also instrumental in bringing the livestock auction to the Oconto County Youth Fair.

When remembering Kathy, think of this quote: “Why limit happy to an hour?” Cheers!

Visitation will be held at St. John’s Catholic Church in Gillett on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017, from 2 p.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 6 p.m. with the Rev. Rico Eclar and Sister Marla Clercx officiating. Kathy will be laid to rest next to her husband and son at St. John’s Catholic Church Cemetery.

Gruetzmacher Funeral Home in Suring is assisting the family with arrangements.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.gruetzmacherfuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established.

The family would like to extend their appreciation to all those who helped and supported Kathy and her family during her illness, including the medical staff at Aurora Bay Care and Lombardi Cancer Center, and especially P.A. Jennifer Mahoney.

Robert Scott Lusardi, 30, of Breed, tragically passed away in a car accident on Sept. 29, 2017, in the town of Breed. He went to heaven to be reunited with his son, Karter.

Robert was born on May 29, 1987, in Green Bay to Ann and Warren Naud. Robert married the love of his life, Brittany Trepanier, on July 26, 2014, in a beautiful outdoor ceremony in Underhill. Robert had four sons and was an amazing father.

Robert, or as he was more commonly known, Bob, was full of life and very outgoing. He enjoyed the outdoors, working on vehicles, especially trucks, mudding, farming, fishing and bonfires. Most of all, Bob enjoyed spending time with family and friends and sharing his passion for trucks with his young sons and wife. Bob also loved to watch his brothers’ dirt bike races and would often invite others to enjoy the races with him.

Bob was an extraordinary man who was quick to help others in any way he could. He had a passion for life and a smile that would light up a room. Bob would smile or crack a joke and instantly make a person’s day better. He touched many lives and made a positive impact on so many people. Bob was loved by many and will be greatly missed.

Bob is survived by his wife, Brittany; sons, Levi (3), Bently (2 months) and Colton (9); parents, Ann and Warren Naud; brothers, Michael (Annukka) Lusardi and Warren Lee Naud; grandmother, Carol May; sisters-in-law, Desiree (Craig) Luisier and Madalena Trepanier; four other brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. He is further survived by many other aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his son, Karter; grandfathers, Warren Charles Naud and Robert Leroy Aldrich; cousin, Jason Aldrich.

Visitation will be held on Friday, Oct. 6, 2017, at Pilgrim Congregational Church, 991 Pilgrim Way, Green Bay, from 1 p.m. until the funeral service at 4 p.m. with the Rev. Mark McAnlis officiating.

Gruetzmacher Funeral Home in Suring is assisting the family with arrangements.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.gruetzmacherfuneralhome.com.

Esther Anna Mueller, 94, of Gillett, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017.

Esther was born to Carl and Hulda Mueller in the town of Gillett, along with her twin sister Emma Anna Mueller, on May 26, 1923. They were raised on a farm that the family operated until 1938, when Emma and Esther began working at a grocery store. They went on to run Mueller’s Supermarket, which they owned and managed with their brother and sister-in-law, Ray and Kay Mueller.

Emma and Esther (never one without the other!) were always seen wearing identical clothes and always ate the same food. They enjoyed spending time at the cottage on Shawano Lake with relatives and friends, and always had a good time no matter what they did. They took many bus trips over the years, visited the Bahamas and Hawaii twice, and also went to Venezuela. They loved playing bingo, eating out with friends and playing cards.

Emma and Esther were longtime members of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and were well-known for selling poppies. They were devout Christians and were active members of the former Immanuel Lutheran Church, now Faith United Lutheran Church. Emma and Esther were also well-known for volunteering for any and all causes. Esther will be sadly missed.

Esther is survived by her aunt, Vivian Mueller, of Oshkosh; her nieces and nephews, Darlene (John) Olson, of Gillett, Gene (Judi) Schuettpelz, of Watertown, Duane (LuAnn) Schuettpelz, of Madison, Gary (Roz) Schuettpelz, of Rhinelander, Kevin (Jackie) Schuettpelz, of Pulaski, and Marilyn Mueller, of Gillett. She also leaves 15 great-nieces and -nephews, many relatives and friends.

Esther was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Hulda Mueller; her twin sister, Emma; her brother, Raymond Mueller, and his wife, Kay; her sister, Viola Schuettpelz, and her husband, Len; and her sister, Sylvia, who passed away as a child.

Friends and relatives called on the family on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017, from 9:30-11:45 a.m. at Faith United Lutheran Church, 11465 Old U, Gillett. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. with Pastor John Laatsch officiating. Interment will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery.

The family sends special thanks to the staff of Heartland Hospice for their kind and compassionate care of Esther.

To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit LegacyFuneralChapels.com.

Elizabeth K. “Betty” Olson, 83, longtime Lena resident, died peacefully on Monday, Oct. 2, 2017. She was born on Sept. 17, 1934, in Lena to Oscar and Mary (Kort) Schlosser.

Betty graduated from Lena High School. On Sept. 17, 1955, Betty was united in marriage to Donald K. Olson at St. Charles Catholic Church in Lena. The couple recently celebrated 62 years together. The couple spent their earlier married years in Appleton before returning to Lena in 1967. Betty was a longtime member of St. Anne’s Parish in Lena.

Betty is survived by her husband, Donald; her children and their spouses, Terri (David) Witt, Oconto Falls, Kenneth (Lori) Olson, Sherwood, Ohio, Katie (Bob) Gorde, Dousman, Rick (Dawn) Olson, Sheboygan, Gerry (Wendy) Olson, Sussex, Ann (Glen) Orsburn, Appleton, and Mary (Larry) Kropp, Green Bay; 17 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a sister, Margaret Shallow; sister-in-law, Dorothy Schlosser; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Garey and Debbie Olson; many other relatives and friends.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, George Schlosser; and a brother-in-law, Oliver Shallow Jr.

Friends called at St Anne Catholic Church, 209 E. Main St., Lena, on Saturday, Oct 7, 2017, from 9-11 a.m. The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with the Rev. Nonito Barra officiating. Burial will be at a later date in St. Charles Cemetery in Lena.

Rhodes-Charapata Funeral Home-Lena is assisting the family.

Online condolences may be expressed at rhodescharapata.com.

Betty’s family would like to express their gratitude to all of the loving caregivers at Rennes Health Center in De Pere for their care and concern for Betty and her family.

Jonathon “Jon” Mason Humphreys went home to the Lord on Oct. 1, 2017.

During his lifetime on Earth, he brought joy to so many people with a heart that was bottomless with generosity and time for family and friends. He was always quick to make someone smile and feel good with either kind words, gestures or actions. He dearly enjoyed cooking and found time to make elaborate meals even after he may have spent all day hard at work. He enjoyed hard work and took deliberate pride in his meticulous attention to detail in so many facets of his life. He would go a mile out of his way just to help someone take a single step forward.

He is survived by and will be dearly missed by his grandparents, Basil Humphreys Jr. and Faith Jensen; son, Collin; father, Joel G. Humphreys; three brothers, Joel J. Humphreys, Jason H. Humphreys (Ashley) and Jackson B. Humphreys; nieces and nephews, Gabriel, Juliet, Tanner and Deegan Humphreys; godmother, Cathy McDowell. Further survived by uncles, aunts, many cousins and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents; mother, Jessie V. Humphreys; and godfather, Tom McDowell.

Please join in the celebration of life at the XS night club, 1106 Main St., Green Bay, from 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, hosted by Cori Harris and four others. Eulogy and prayers by the Rev. Leanne Hansen.

Thomas Franklin Hischke, 80, of Mascotte, Florida, and Madison, died Sept. 12, 2017, after a short battle with cancer. He was born on March 17, 1937, in Oconto Falls to Paul and Marie (Elfe) Hischke.

Tom graduated as salutatorian from Suring High in 1955. He served in the U.S. Army from 1957-1960 in the Nike/Hercules program. He was honorably discharged as an E5/SP5. Tom joined the Madison Police Department as a recruit in 1965. He served the city, rising through the ranks until he retired as a captain in 1992.

Tom is survived by his wife, Bonnie; his son, Brian (Dana) Hischke; a stepdaughter, Bridgit (William) Roeth; a stepson, Robert Harper; three grandchildren, Sara Roeth, Andrew Roeth and Benjamin Hischke; and many close family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Marie Hischke, and his siblings, Lois Mehl, Muriel Firgins and David Hischke.

A funeral service celebrating Tom’s life will be held on Saturday, Oct. 14, at 11 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Madison.

Rita Rose (Johnson) Soderbeck, 79, of Suring, left this world to be with her husband, Mel, on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2017. She was affectionately known as Rockin’ Rita. She will be missed by many.

Rita came into this world on March 12, 1938, born to Evelyn and Frank Johnson in Blackwell. Their world would never be the same. She might have been small, but she was mighty and lived life to its fullest.

Rita enjoyed her time with family and friends. A hot cup of coffee, and many times a treat, would be waiting for you when you stepped into her kitchen. If coffee wasn’t your thing, she made a mean Old-Fashioned. Rita loved to cook for her family and friends, and an amazing cook she was.

Rita was married to Lawrence Fenn. After their divorce, she met and married the love of her life, Melvin Soderbeck, on Nov. 27, 1972. Rita and Mel farmed in the town of How until Mel retired. She worked at the Red Owl and Stengels grocery stores until they closed. Following this, she was a janitor in the Suring School District.

Rita enjoyed traveling to sign in with her friend, Jan Schenk, and coffee talk with her informant, Roger Phillipi. She loved word searches, puzzles, and handing out full-size candy bars for the Halloween ghouls. Rita made friends easily with everyone she met. She said it like it was.

Rita is survived by her children, Vicky (Jeff) Radish, Donna (Steve) Rakow, Dawn (John) Twardowski, Debra (Todd) Kalies, Bryan (Joelle) Soderbeck; stepchildren, Butch Soderbeck and Carol (Larry) Donahue; stepdaughter-in-law, Diane Soderbeck; 23 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Bucko Johnson, Eunice Jaklin, Eileen Collins, Frank Johnson, Beverly Lewis, Susan (Gary) Mercil, Whitey (Richard) Tachick, Laverne (Barb) Johnson, Bobby (Diane) Johnson.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Mel; her parents, Frank Johnson and Evelyn (Glinski) Johnson-LaFountain; stepson, William Soderbeck; one stepgrandson; sisters, Geraldine Granath, Sharon Steer-Wiedemier; brothers-in-law, Mike Steer, Delroy Collins, Dieck Johnson, Eldon Jaklin, Lyle Lewis.

Visitation will be held at St. John Lutheran Church in Hayes on Friday, Oct. 13, 2017, from 2 p.m. until the funeral service at 5 p.m. with Pastor Nick Buchholz officiating.

Gruetzmacher Funeral Home in Suring is assisting the family with arrangements.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.gruetzmacherfuneralhome.com.

Special thanks to Unity Hospice for the care and compassion offered to Rita and her family during their time of need.

Alfred A. Mantai, 90, of Suring, passed away on Monday, Oct. 9, 2017, at Woodland Village of Suring. He was surrounded by family.

Alfred was born in Latvia on March 2, 1927, a son of the late Otto and Mathilda (Nickolai) Mantai. He immigrated to the United States in 1957 and made his home in Chicago. Alfred and his former wife, Wanda, raised four children together. He worked as a mechanic for General Truck Parts in Chicago, later retiring to the Gillett/Suring area.

Alfred was an avid outdoorsman and especially enjoyed fishing. He will be sadly missed.

Alfred is survived by his longtime companion Friedel Mantai, of Suring; his son, Udo Sille, of Ward, Colorado; and his daughters, Angelica Mantai, of Chicago, and Heidi Grabowski, of Naperville, Illinois. He also leaves his daughter-in-law, Mary Sille, of Plainfield, Illinois, his grandchildren, Andrew, Jenna and Steven; and his sisters, Olga (Guenther) Woosmann, of Gillett, and Else Hoffman, of Chicago.

Alfred was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Wolfgang Sille; and his siblings, Wilma Maas, Freida Schmeling, Leo Mantai and Kurt Mantai.

Visitation will be Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, from 12-2 p.m. at Legacy Funeral Chapels, 108 E. Main St., Gillett. A funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. with Pastor John Laatsch officiating. Interment will be in Wanderer’s Rest Cemetery, Gillett.

The family wishes to send special thanks to the staff of Woodland Village of Suring. Their care and compassion for Alfred will always be remembered.

For more information, please visit LegacyFuneralChapels.com or call 920-855-2144.