All Obituaries

Tracy A. Van Deraa, age 60, passed away suddenly on May 24, 2022, while doing something he loved, working in the yard. He was born to Phyllis and the late Marvin Van Deraa on September 20, 1961. He was self employed for the last 15 years as the owner of Tracy’s Outdoor Services, LLC. Tracy graduated from Kaukauna High School, Class of 1980. In his free time, he enjoyed riding his 2002 Harley Davidson Softail. Tracy also enjoyed NASCAR races and going to the casino. He loved to spend...

Lois A. Scharenbroch, 87, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 24, 2022. She was born on January 2, 1935 to the late Cornelius and Anna (Wimburger) Kersten in Kaukauna, WI. Lois was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Green Bay where she received her degree in social work and served Manitowoc County for many years. On September 2, 1953 she married the love of her life, Edward Scharenbroch, and together they shared 49 years of marriage until Edward’s passing. Lois was an active...

Joyce Ann Van Grinsven passed away peacefully at the age of 93, at home with family by her side on May 21,2022. Joyce was born Nov 8, 1928 to Joseph and Katherine Bouressa.   Joyce's primary occupation was a stay-at-home mom and homemaker which her children loved and are forever grateful.  She was united in marriage to Lawrence (Pug) Van Grinsven on Jan. 15, 1949.   They loved their cottage life in Townsend. She enjoyed crafts, knitting and gathering with family...

Cheryl M. Manz, age 66, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, May 21, 2022, at ThedaClark Medical Center after a courageous 10 month battle with brain cancer. She was born on November 28, 1955, daughter of the late Robert and Janet (Vandehey) Manz. Cheryl graduated from Assumption High School in 1973 and Viterbo College in 1977. She lived in Lacrosse and worked at Computerland before moving to Oshkosh and working for Integrity Insurance for many years before her...

Grace Ann Hartjes, age 83, passed away on Friday, May 20, 2022.  Grace was born in Kimberly on August 24, 1938, daughter of the late Sylvester and Rosella (Kamps) Hietpas.  She was a proud graduate of Kimberly High School’s class of 1956, but was always disappointed that as a female she could not participate in athletics.  On May 1, 1965 she married James (Cobby) Hartjes, and along with becoming a wife she became the mother to his two children, Pat and Steve.  Five...

Herman Hildebrand, age 89, passed away peacefully at home on May 17, 2022, from a brief illness. He was surrounded by his family and loving wife of 66 years. He was born on September 7, 1932, on the family farm in Peeksville, WI to the late Herman H. and Edna (Rominske) Hildebrand. In 1951, he moved to Appleton and was employed by Appleton Coated Papers. Herman was drafted into the army in 1952 and stationed in Salsberg, Austria as a member of the 516 Signal Company of the 7th Armored...

James “Jim” LeBoeuf, 62, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 16, 2022. He was born on May 28, 1959 to Luke and Elizabeth (Drys) LeBoeuf in Neenah, WI. Jim was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School Class of ‘77. He was employed as a mill worker for 44 years. In fact, he met the love of his life, Maureen Fischer, at work. They were married on February 5, 1994 and together raised their beautiful daughter, Ashley. In his spare time, Jim loved to read books, go biking,...

Gordon G. Williamson, age 58, passed away on May 12, 2022 as the result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident that occurred on May 3rd. He was born on October 19, 1963, son of Gordon and Joyce (Van Handel) Williamson. He married the love of his life, Sarah Lehman on November 8, 1991. Together they were an example of commitment and perseverance to their three children.   Gordon started his career working with his father at Insurance Brokerage Services in Appleton and...

Jerry K. King, 74, passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022.  Jerry was born on October 25, 1947, to Thomas and Betty (Riedinger) King.  He was a veteran having served in the US Army during Vietnam.  He worked for the city of Appleton as a city engineer until his retirement.  After he retired he moved up north to Pickerel where he enjoyed fishing and hunting.  Jerry also enjoyed woodworking.  He is survived by his sister Jenny VerVoort, a sister-in-law Vickee King,...

Andy K. Brown, age 64, passed away at his home surrounded by family on May 6, 2022, after a brave and valiant fight against cancer. He was born on January 11, 1958, son of Albert and Audrey Brown. Andy retired from Central Temperature in 2004. He enjoyed tinkering in his shop and working on projects. He loved teaching his son, grandsons, daughter and everyone with his knowledge. Andy’s passion was to fish and hunt, he was a true outdoorsman. He is survived by his children: Danielle...