OBITUARIES

Jan 2, 2021

Wendy Rae Wandrey, age 69, of Wautoma, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Saturday, January 2, 2021 at her home.

She was born September 27, 1951 in Illinois, the daughter of Donald and Dorothy (Kenders) Waite. She married William A. Wandrey on September 11, 1987 in Eagle River, WI.

Wendy was employed as Supervisor of...

Dec 30, 2020

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Antoinette "Toni" Denler,75.  She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all.  Whether you met Toni once or knew her for a lifetime, she left an indelible mark of joy, kindness and laughter on your heart.  Known for her generous spirit, great sense of humor, and love...

Dec 30, 2020

Kathleen “Kathy” A. Larson, of Wautoma, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Neenah.

Where to begin…

Summing up one’s life is no easy task, especially when that person is Kathy Larson. Some people come into our lives and are extraordinary and Kathy is one of those people....

Dec 30, 2020

Virgil L. Cole, age 82 of Wild Rose passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2020. Virgil was many good things. He was a dad, brother, husband and friend. He was patient, funny, easy-going, quiet, humble. His business was master bean counter. OK. He was a CPA, CFO, Mt. Morris Treasurer but, who was he?

He loved to ski...

Dec 27, 2020

James “Jim” P. Fowler, age 81,  of Wautoma, passed away  Sunday, December 27, 2020 at Rosemore Village in Wild Rose.

He was born December 14, 1939 in Milwaukee, the son of Roy Leo and Eleanor (Banach) Fowler. He married Sandra S. Sohns on May 5, 1962 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Waterford, WI.

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Dec 26, 2020

Charles "Chuck" W. Osborne, age 80 of Pine River passed away on Saturday, December 26, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born in Wheeling, WV on December 15, 1940 to Preston and Hazel (Loew) Osborne. He married Sharon Swanson on September 8, 1962 in Crystal Lake, IL. Chuck farmed for 62 years until his retirement.

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Dec 22, 2020

Merlin David Goodwin passed away on December 22, 2020.  He was born October 1, 1936 to William Goodwin and Susan (Rhode) Goodwin in Wautoma.  He attended Wautoma High School from 1952 to 1953.  He enlisted in the Wisconsin Army National Guard in 1955, and was a member of the 232nd Co. C.  He was honorably discharged on December 13,...

Dec 19, 2020

Greg C. Dobratz, age 67, of Wautoma, died suddenly and unexpectedly Saturday, December 19, 2020.

He was born January 17, 1953 in Milwaukee, the son of Kenneth and Audrey (Brunner) Dobratz. He married Christine “Chris” Mudlitz on December 2, 1978 in Sussex, WI.

Greg was a 1971 graduate of Milwaukee Lutheran High School. He attended...

Dec 14, 2020

James “Jim” E. Schurk, age 91, of Neshkoro, passed away on Monday, December 14, 2020 at home with his family by his side. He was born on May 19, 1929 in Chicago, IL. He was the first born child to John and Marie (Rogers) Schurk. Family was very important to him and as young man, his father developed Parkinson’s disease...

Dec 14, 2020

Neil G. Hart, age 82 of Neshkoro, formerly of Elgin, IL died unexpectedly on Monday, December 14, 2020. He was born in Elgin, IL on July 16, 1938 to Carl and Edith (Lamp) Hart. Neil graduated from Elgin High School and then joined the U.S. Air Force serving form 1955 to 1959. He then became a police officer for...

Dec 14, 2020

Rose S. Wendt, age 93, of Wautoma, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020 at her home.

She was born March 9, 1927 in Milwaukee, the daughter of Pasquale and Angela (D’Amico) Sabatino. She married Clarence E. Wendt Jr. He preceded her in death on December 20, 1997.

Rose was employed as an Executive Assistant in...

Dec 14, 2020

William "Bill" Edward Olson, age 85 of Wautoma passed away on Monday, December 14, 2020. He was born On August 17, 1935 in Madison to Peter and Margaret (Terwiliger) Olson. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1956 to 1960 and was honorably discharged.

Bill is survived by his wife: Judith "Judy" Olson; children: Bonnie (Jeff) Schwitz,...

Dec 6, 2020

LaVila Doris Wedell, age 83, of Wautoma was born to eternal life on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020 at Juliette Manor in Berlin.

She was born July 29, 1937 in Neshkoro, the daughter of Vernard and Alma (Lehr) Fietz. She married Chester E. Wedell on Nov. 27, 1955 at Zion Lutheran Church in Neshkoro. LaVila was a member...

Dec 5, 2020

Antonio Guajardo Prieto, age 60, of Wautoma passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Mercy Hospital, Oshkosh. He was born in Molina Enriquez Mexico on October 22, 1960 to Felix and Maria Sara (Prieto) Guajardo. He worked for Heartland Farms. He enjoyed gardening, working on Semis and trucks and spending time with his family and grandchildren.

Antonio...

Dec 4, 2020

Alan James Luebben, age 70 of Wautoma died suddenly on Friday, December 4, 2020. He was born in Appleton on July 22, 1950 to Russell and Marian (Rehlender) Luebben. Al graduated from Appleton West High School and UW Oshkosh. In 1979 he married Mary Schneiderwent in Berlin. Al spent his life in banking and was involved in local...