All Obituaries

Mary K. Vanderloop, age 87, of Little Chute, passed away on September 14, 2019. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time. 

Aimo G. Jarvi age 70, of Appleton and Shawano, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 9, 2019, surrounded by his family, after a battle with cancer. Aimo was born on June 17, 1949 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, son of the late Aimo and Doris (Peterson) Jarvi. He married his high school sweetheart Linda Rades on January 24, 1969. After graduating from Shawano High School with the class of 1967, Aimo enlisted in the United States Air Force 1968 – 1980 and served a tour in...

Lyle G. Hietpas, age 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 9, 2019. He was born on January 3, 1939, son of the late George and Lillian (Schmidt) Hietpas. On January 24, 1960, Lyle married Carol Dufrane. Their love has remained so strong for almost 60 years. Lyle has faithfully visited Carol twice a day, every day, for the last 12 years at Parkside nursing home. He has shown his family the true meaning of love. Lyle worked at Thilmany as a material handler for over...

Mark Kenneth Trettin passed away quietly at home on September 7, 2019.  He was born on August 6, 1960 in Kaukauna to Kenneth and Janis (Ward) Trettin.  He graduated from FVTC with a degree in computer programming and went to work at Bell Labs /Lucent Technologies in Illinois.  He moved back in 2004 to help take care of his parents.  In 2009, he landed the job of his dreams at Big Daddy Games (Amusement Devices).  He loved spending time at work tinkering with...

Clarence F. Bowers, age 82, of Kaukauna, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2019, at the St. Paul Villa. He was born on February 13, 1937, son of the late Henry and Cecilia (Schampers) Bowers. On May 15, 1959, he married Nancy Kersten at St. Mary Catholic Church, Kaukauna. Together, they lived in Kaukauna their entire lives and she preceded him in death in 2014. Clarence proudly served his country in the U.S. Army in Korea and is a long time member of the Kaukauna VFW Post #3319. In...

Donald Matthew Schumacher Donald M. Schumacher, age 78, left this earth to be with his savior on September 2, 2019.  He was born January 16, 1941 to the late John and Agnes Schumacher.  Donald married Willy M. Schumacher in May of 1972, and was the devoted father of his son, Edward and an amazing Opa to his grandchildren.  Don enjoyed his life, and some of his favorite things included gardening, attending auctions and traveling with his wife. Don grew up on his family farm...

Cyril Henry Van Zeeland, age 88, of Combined Locks, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2019.  He was courageous and passionate about business, fishing, hunting and family for most of his life. Cyril (who acquired the nickname “Cease” in high school) was born on May 30, 1931, son of the late Henry and Minnie (Bongers) Van Zeeland of Little Chute.  At the age of four, upon the death of his mother, Cyril and his older twin brothers, Rich and Rob Van Zeeland, moved with...

Jack Lee, age 79, of Neenah, passed away after a short illness on August 27, 2019.  Jack was born on November 17, 1939 in Stevens Point, son of the late John and Phelomina (Zbleski) Lee.  Jack did construction work in the valley for many years.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking and had a soft heart for animals.  Jack is survived by a daughter, Mechelle Knispel; 2 step-daughters, Bonnie Fritsch, and Susie (Pete) Fahrenkrug; 3 grandchildren, Nathan and Micaela Harn,...

Phyllis J. Stumpf, age 85, of Combined Locks, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2019. She was born on July 18, 1934, daughter of the late Walter and Esther (Fox) Summers. After high school, Phyllis worked at the power company. There, her work friend introduced her to her brother, Patrick Stumpf, from Darboy. They were married at St. Mary Catholic Church in Kaukauna on October 27, 1954. After their 7 children were born, Phyllis began working at the Darboy Club. She ended her working...

Jeff J. Juneau, age 55, of Greenville, passed away at his home on August 14, 2019.   Jeff proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.  He worked for Southern Air Transport and Air Wisconsin Airlines in the maintenance control field.  During his aviation career, he had the opportunity to travel around the world and shared many stories about his experiences.  Jeff enjoyed watching the Brewers, Packers and Badgers, but most enjoyed just spending time with...