All Obituaries

Kenneth Leonard Beach   Kenneth L. “Ken” Beach, age 71, of Forest Junction, passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, November 12, 2018, as the result of a tractor accident. He was born on November 21, 1946, son of the late James and Marion (Mader) Beach.  He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.   He married Mary K. Silva on February 17, 1968; she preceded him in death in 2001. Ken was a truck driver by trade, and...

Brian “Supe” Heiting, age 37, of Little Chute, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family and friends on Friday, November 9, 2018, after a short illness. He was born on October 11, 1981, son of Daniel Heiting and Patricia Van Hout. He graduated from Little Chute High School, Class of 2000. Brian was an extreme sports enthusiast and for anyone that knew him, knew it didn't matter the season because there was ALWAYS a game on. He grew up at the Heiting Place and...

Arlene F. Fink   Arlene F. Fink, age 86, of Kaukauna, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on November 8, 2018 at Helen’s House. She was born on January 27, 1932 on the Wittman family farm, the daughter of the late Steve and Cora (Vanderloop) Wittmann.  On January 3, 1952, Arlene married Lyle Fink. For many years she owned and operated the H&R Block in Brillion. Arlene enjoyed playing cards and spending time with her family and friends. Arlene is...

   Olive A. Emons, age 87, of Darboy, passed away at St. Paul Elder Services on November 7, 2018.  She was born in Appleton on July 28, 1931 to Joseph and Anna (Nickels) Schimmers.  She married Harold Emons of Darboy on March 3, 1962 at St. Bernadette Church, Appleton.  Prior to her marriage she was employed at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Appleton. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Rita Berken; a brother, Russell (Gail) Schimmers, along with many nieces, nephews...

On November 4, 2018 William (Bill) Lyle James passed away peacefully after a courageous fight with cancer. He is survived by his three daughters: Jaclyn (Michael) Dunn, Jamie (Christopher) Forler, and Stephanie James, his seven grandchildren: Dre, Jadyn, Nadia, Ashton, Hunter, Kayne, and Anikah, his longtime girlfriend Barb Havemann and her children and grandchildren, and his best friend Vicky. Bill was born in 1951 in Wichita, Kansas. He traveled the states and ended up settling in...

Ursula E. Kordus, age 93, of Freedom, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2018.  Ursula was born on July 4, 1925, daughter of the late Bodo and Margaret (Rosner) Bube.  She married Fabian Kordus on May 5, 1945.  Ursula loved spending time with her family.  She also enjoyed crossword puzzles, reading, gardening, and cooking.  Ursula was very active in her church. Ursula is survived by her children: Gwen (Jack) Farrell, Gail (Tom) Dunton, Bob (Sheri) Kordus, John...

Luanne E. Vandenberg, age 83, of Appleton, passed away at her home Sunday October 28, 2018 with her husband by her side. She was born February 16, 1935 as Evelyn Marie Smits to Louis and Elizabeth (Hendrick) Smits. She was child 6 of 7 and grew up on a farm south of De Pere WI. She graduated from St. Joseph Academy Green Bay WI in 1953 and shortly thereafter joined the School Sisters of Notre Dame in Milwaukee and became Sister Luanne Smits. She graduated from Mount Mary College with a BA in...

John E. Dahl, age 71, of Freedom, formerly of Marion, passed away unexpectedly on October 28, 2018.  John was born on July 21, 1947, son of Chester and Adeline Dahl of Bowler.  He spent his childhood on the family dairy farm in Bowler.  After graduation he attended Antigo Teachers College to begin his educational career.  He continued his education with a Bachelors from UW-Stevens Point and a Master Degree from UW-Oshkosh.  He married, Mary Voelker on August 11, 1973...

Richard D. Williamson, age 84, of Little Chute, passed away on Monday, October 22, 2018. He was born on May 1, 1934, son of the late Sylvan and Mary (Poppe) Williamson. On August 17, 1963, Richard married Mary Lou Aerts at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church in Little Chute. Richard proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1954-1957. He later served as secretary/treasurer for the USS Walke Association, which was the ship he served on, for 10 years. Richard was a long time member of...

Lester A. Giesen, age 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 21, 2018. He was born on November 25, 1928, son of the late William and Mabel Giesen. Lester attended Hortonville schools and graduated from Hortonville High School. He married Shirley (Garvey) Giesen on September 1, 1952, at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Freedom. Lester operated Giesen’s Bar in Stephensville for several years in the 1960’s. He then began his career as a school engineer with the Appleton School...