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Theodore "Ted" James Korolewski

Theodore "Ted" James Korolewski

Feb 21, 2025

Theodore "Ted" Korolewski never met a stranger. His warmth, quick wit, and ability to strike up a conversation made him a beloved brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Ted passed away peacefully in his Wild Rose, Wisconsin home on February 21, 2025, at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, humor, and a passion for life’s simple...

"Bird" Bernice Katherine Woyak

"Bird" Bernice Katherine Woyak

Mar 14, 2025

"Bird" Bernice Katherine Woyak passed away peacefully on the morning of Friday, March 14, 2025 surrounded by love and with family.Bird was born at home on December 23, 1943 to Leonard and Margaret (Sina) Kasuboski. She was one of 14 siblings. She had two daughters, Pamela and Jill, which she loved more than anything. Her beloved grandchildren, Zach and...

Daniel "Dan" Jay Kachelmeier

Daniel "Dan" Jay Kachelmeier

Mar 8, 2025

Daniel "Dan" Jay Kachelmeier age 70 of Wild Rose passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025. He was born in Milwaukee on October 4, 1954 to Harvey and Elaine (Thomas) Kachelmeier. Dan owned and operated DJK Environmental LLC until his retirement. On October 16, 1999 he married Debra Gaines at The Red Mill in Little Hope, WI. Dan enjoyed watching...

Rev. W Paul Brinkman

Rev. W Paul Brinkman

2025

“I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes.” Romans 1:16

The Rev. W. Paul Brinkman left us to be with our Lord in the early hours of March 2, 2025, following a day surrounded by his entire immediate family, several extended family members and fellow clergy.

He will...

George William Neeb

George William Neeb

Feb 28, 2025

George William Neeb, age 88 of Neshkoro passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 28, 2025 at Thedacare Medical Center, Berlin. He was born in Germantown on February 22, 1937 to William and Florence (Watkins) Neeb. He married the love of his life Delores Pontzloff on May 8th, 1965. Early in life he worked as a journeyman sheet metal worker and...

Roy W. Schmeling

Roy W. Schmeling

Feb 24, 2025

Roy William Schmeling, age 80, of Wautoma, passed away February 24, 2025 at his home.

He was born July 31, 1944 in Milwaukee, the son of Walter and Linda Schmeling. He married Betty Ann Yunk on March 2, 1985 at Unity West Church in Wauwatosa. Roy was employed as Shipping & Receiving Specialist for the Marconi Manufacturing Company in Milwaukee for...

Marion Mae Treichel

Marion Mae Treichel

Feb 23, 2025

“I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me will live, even if he dies. And whoever lives and believes in me will never perish.” John 11:25-26a

Marion Mae Treichel age 88 of Coloma, passed away peacefully at her home filled with love and care of family. She was born in Hutchinson, MN on May 24, 1936 to a...

Gerald "Gerry" Michael Adams

Gerald "Gerry" Michael Adams

Feb 20, 2025

Gerald "Gerry" Michael Adams, age 75 of Coloma passed away on February 20, 2025 at Silver Lake Manor, Wautoma. He was born on March 2, 1949 in Oak Park, IL to Ray and Minnie (Picollotti) Adams and grew up in Chicago. Gerry graduated from St. Patrick High School then attended Tech School where he earned his Electrical Technician degree. He...

Judy Lynn Benz

Judy Lynn Benz

Feb 18, 2025

Judy (Oatman) Benz passed away Tuesday February 18, 2025 following a valiant effort trying to recover from surgery done on September 15, 2021. She was born October 12, 1943, in Appleton, WI to Dolore “Tony” and Una Dell (Anderson) Oatman, she graduated from Appleton High School (now West) in 1962. She was united in Marriage to John Benz at Mt....

Patricia "Pat"" R. Johnson

Patricia "Pat"" R. Johnson

Feb 17, 2025

The LORD in his infinite wisdom agreed with Patricia “Pat” R. Johnson that it was time for her to come home. She prayed diligently to reach the gates of Heaven. There are no doubts in the minds of those who knew Pat that she is in the arms of Christ Jesus. She lived her 88 years in complete dedication to...

Gregory "Greg" E. Olson

Gregory "Greg" E. Olson

Feb 16, 2025

Gregory "Greg" E. Olson, 75, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025.

He was born on January 9, 1950, in Berlin, Wisconsin, the son of Walter B. and Dorothy E. (Button) Olson. On October 2, 1976, he married Janet Grimaldi, who preceded him in death on March 27, 2014.

Greg was a 1968 graduate of Wautoma High School, where he excelled as...

Ronald "Ron" Alan Koschnick

Ronald "Ron" Alan Koschnick

Feb 13, 2025

Ronald "Ron" Alan Koschnick, age 57 of Wautoma passed away unexpectedly early Thursday morning at Thedacare Hospital, Wild Rose.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held on Sunday, February 23, 2025 from 4PM to 7PM at the Heidel House Hotel & Conference Center, 653 Illinois Ave, Green Lake, WI 54941.

Helen T. Fisher

Helen T. Fisher

Feb 12, 2025

Helen T. Fisher, age 89 of Wautoma, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, February 12, 2025 in her home.

She was born on October 5, 1935 in Columbia Station, Ohio. The daughter of Andrew W. Maddock and Anna G. (Fuchs) Maddock. She married John I. Fisher on April 24, 1954 at Saint Peter Catholic Church in North Ridgeville, Ohio. Being each other’s...

Steven "Steve" Allen Samuel

Steven "Steve" Allen Samuel

Feb 9, 2025

Steven “Steve” Allen Samuel, age 71 a resident at Care Partners Assisted Living, Winneconne passed away on Sunday, February 9 2025 at Aurora Medical Center, Oshkosh after a 10 year battle with dementia. He was born in Milwaukee on December 27, 1953 to Emil and Mary (Morrison) Samuel. Steve worked for many years at Oshkosh Truck and owned and operated...

Rodney Harold Nelson

Rodney Harold Nelson

Feb 9, 2025

Rodney Harold Nelson age 89 of Wild Rose, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 9, 2025 at his home. He was born in Racine on June 26, 1935 to Harold and Ruth (Petsch) Nelson. Rodney graduated from Wisconsin Lutheran High School and then joined the U.S. Army in November of 1957 and was stationed at Ft. Leonard Wood, MO. On...

Michael S. Brhely

Michael S. Brhely

Feb 6, 2025

Michael S. Brhely, age 68, of Neshkoro died on Thursday, February 6, 2025 supported by his loving family.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Marilyn (Olson) Brhely of Neshkoro. He is survived by his sisters, Kathleen Gallagher, Wautoma and Cynthia (Jeff) Hudzinski, West Allis. He is further survived by 8 nieces and nephews along with 13 great-nieces...

Marilyn Delores Lange

Marilyn Delores Lange

Feb 5, 2025

Marilyn Delores Lange, age 94, a current resident of the Westfield area passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at Thedacare Medical Center, Berlin. She was born in the town of Crystal Lake on November 1, 1930, to Alfred and Della (Koechel) Daye. On June 22, 1963 she married Edward Lange at Zion United Methodist Church, Neshkoro. Marilyn worked various...

Robert William Bartel

Robert William Bartel

Feb 5, 2025

Robert William Bartel, age 94 of Wautoma passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at Patriot Place, Berlin. He was born in Fond du Lac on August 13, 1930 to Alfred and Mary (Zipfel) Bartel. Robert worked at the Ford Garage as a mechanic until August 21, 1951 when he enlisted in the U.S. Army, served In the Korean War...

Mary K. Hernandez

Mary K. Hernandez

Feb 4, 2025

Mary K. Hernandez, age 51, of Hancock, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at her home. Private services will be held.

Elizabeth Olk "Betsy" Borchardt

Elizabeth Olk "Betsy" Borchardt

Jan 27, 2025

Elizabeth Olk “Betsy” Borchardt, age 71, of Wautoma, died unexpectedly Monday, January 27, 2025 at her home.

 She was born June 5, 1953 in Clintonville, the daughter of James H. and Bernice H. (Durben) Olk. She married Andrew P. “Andy” Borchardt on December 27, 1980 at St. Norbert Catholic Church in DePere.

 Betsy was a graduate of Clintonville High School and St....

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