All Obituaries

After a seven year battle with colon cancer Jerry went into the loving arms of Jesus surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 14, 1938 son of the late Norbert and Lillian (Brandenburg) Treichel. Jerry graduated from Reedsville High School and Coyne Electrical College. He was married to the love of his life Marilyn Wisneski on June 23, 1962 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Green Bay and have celebrated 59 years of happiness. They raised two children at their home in Freedom....

Bob L. Merbach, age 79, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully at his home with his wife at his side on Saturday, July 31, 2021. He was born on August 8, 1941, son of the late Rudolph Sr. and Geneva (Kanter) Merbach. Bob worked at Thilmany Papers for 40 years before his retirement. He enjoyed sturgeon spearing and playing cards with his family and friends. He was a true farm boy at heart. Bob loved to tinker in his garage and kept it extremely organized. Bob had a heart of gold and always...

Town of Center – Carol A. Witt, age 64, passed away surrounded by her loving family on July 29, 2021. She was born on October 24, 1956, daughter of the late Matthew Stuck and Bernice Quella. She married John Witt on May 28, 1977. Carol loved preparing homemade meals for her family. She enjoyed canning and always made sure that no one left hungry. Carol had a love for animals, especially her beloved horses. Carol is survived by her husband of 44 years, John Witt; children: Heather...

Dennis Paul Zornow, age 68 of Kimberly, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 29, 2021. He was born on February 6, 1953 to Thomas “Chuck” and Dolores (Kurtz) Zornow. Dennis married the love of his life, Nancy Sager on September 10, 1976. Dennis loved to share stories that grew more elaborate over the years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Dennis volunteered his time to the Kaukauna Lions Club and the Kaukauna Athletic Club and in his younger years he was cub scout leader and...

Quinn Kelly Rhyner, one month old daughter of Brent Rhyner and Ashley Hietpas, gained her heavenly angel wings on July 27, 2021. She was born on June 29th at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay. During her far too short life, she brought so many happy smiles to her family. Quinn was loved beyond measure and brought joy to everyone who had the opportunity to meet her. Quinn is survived by her parents, Brent Rhyner and Ashley Hietpas; a brother, Isaiah Rhyner; grandparents: Andy &Kelly...

Evelyn Francis Gardner, age 73, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 with her husband by her side.  Evelyn was born July 8, 1948 in Glenmore, WI.  She married Emory Roger Gardner on April 12, 1969 at St. Sebastian Church in Isaar, WI, and together they raised three sons in Little Chute, WI. Evelyn was an incredibly supportive mother and for many years was a Boy Scout den mother.  Over the years she enjoyed gardening, fishing, 4 wheeling from their...

Darlene “Dar” Joy Schroeder (nee Voeks), passed away peacefully at Appleton Medial Center surrounded by her family on July 27, 2021 after a lengthy illness. She was born October 24, 1948 to the late Rhinold and Alice (Krueger) Voeks.  On April 26, 1969 she was united in marriage to William “Bill” Schroeder at St. John’s Lutheran Church.  Together they farmed in the Town of Freedom for 32 years.  Darlene is survived by her husband Bill; daughter...

Virginia Kain, age 84, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021.  Per Virginia's wishes, no funeral services will be held.

LaVonne J. Greiner, age 87, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother passed away peacefully on July 23 , 2021 surrounded by her loving family and special sister, Dottie.  LaVonne was born in the town of Freedom May 23, 1934 sharing her birthday with her loving husband, Ron (Hump) Greiner.  LaVonne is the daughter of the late Anna (Jansen) and Ignatius Murphy.  She and Ron were married on August 25, 1954 at St. Nicholas Church.  They spent...

James R. “Jim” Novak 69, Darboy, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2021 at home with his family by his side. Jim was born on June 28, 1952 in Manitowoc, WI to Frank and Jane Novak (Arndofer). Jim joined the US Navy right out of high school and served for almost 4 years. He and his family returned to the Fox Valley and Jim worked as a welder his entire career, which he used his talents for many hobbies. During his working years he also spent many nights in the garage working on...