All Obituaries

Darlene M. Schmidt, 85, passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023.  Darlene was born on November 4, 1937 to Henry and Mary (Joosten) Gloudemans in Little Chute.  On February 28, 1969 she was united in marriage to Lester Schmidt.  She liked working outside in her big yard and had beautiful flowers, even raising pumpkins and other produce and selling them. Darlene also enjoyed spending time at the cottage on Lake Winneconne where many wonderful memories were made. She also enjoyed...

Rachel L. Luckow, age 98, passed away peacefully at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital on Friday, September 29, 2023. She was born in Forest Junction to Benny and Myra (Timm) Ott on March 5, 1925. In June of 1944 she married Howard Luckow. Rachel is survived by her daughters: Marilyn (Donald) Bloy and Carole (John) Ringel; her grandchildren: Brian Bloy, Jason (fiancée Lorna Hill) Bloy, Jesse (fiancée Amy Janssen) Ringel, and Jodi (Luke) Koller; great grandchildren: Dana (Dylan)...

Brian P Freund, age 80, passed away unexpectedly after a surgery on September 28, 2023. He was born on October 18, 1942, son of the late Carl and Loretta Freund. Brian was always up for a good time and was usually the one with a quick, sassy answer. He enjoyed being around people and spending time at the Red Fox in Wildrose for many years in the summers, and Florida in the winters. Many good times were shared with wonderful friends and family. Brian also enjoyed hunting and fishing with his...

Carol A. De Bruin, age 89, went peacefully into the arms of Jesus on September 25, 2023. Her final wish was fulfilled being able to end her journey at home, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on April 4, 1934, daughter of the late Bernard and Catherine (Ebben) Van Zeeland. Carol married Thomas F. De Bruin on May 25, 1961, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Kaukauna. Before having children, Carol was proud to have been an executive secretary to the President of Thilmany for 12...

Sandra “Sandy” Bradley, age 83, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, September 24, 2023. She was born on December 17, 1939 in Bensonville, IL. Sandy graduated from UW-Whitewater in 1961 with a Bachelors in Education and went on to become a kindergarten teacher, which she loved. On December 30, 1961 she married the love of her life, Larry Bradley, and together they raised four wonderful daughters. Sandy loved to host and celebrate family events and holidays. Being a...

Kathleen A. Frank, age 80, after a long illness passed away peacefully on September 21, 2023 surrounded by her family who filled her last weeks with laughter and music.   Katheen (“Kathy”) is survived by her husband of 57 years, Gerald Frank, the couple married on May 12, 1966; and their three children: Melissa Frank (Steve) Cheng of Los Altos, California; Karen Frank (Hazem) Ben-Gacem of London, United Kingdom and Chris (Renee) Frank of Kaukauna, Wisconsin. Kathy is...

Bruce M. Burt, age 71, of Kaukauna passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 with his family at his side.  He was born on March 1, 1952 in Green Bay, WI son of the late Leslie and Lavern (Sonnabend) Burt.  On April 12, 1975 he married Janice Blair at Holy Cross Church in Kaukauna.  Their marriage was blessed with two sons and 48 wonderful years.  Bruce was employed by Brillion Iron Works for 43 years, retiring in 2014. Bruce was a proud family...

Tom Myers “Big Tom”, age 64, passed away at his cottage, spending time doing what he loved with his best friend, after suffering from anaphylactic shock due to several bee stings. He was born on October 30, 1958, son of Ernie and Ann (Dieter) Myers. Tom was one of a kind. Anyone who knew him would agree no truer words have been spoken. He was outspoken, loud, hilarious and had a very sarcastic sense of humor. Tom also had a heart of gold and was extremely generous. His larger...

Terese Ruth Engquist, 80, went home to Jesus on September 12, 2023 with her loving husband by her side. Terese was born in Iron Mountain, Michigan on March 24, 1943 and her mother happily shared that birthday with her. She is the daughter of the late Armond “Mondo” and Ruth (Warden) D’Andrea. Terese graduated from Iron Mountain High School in 1961. Terese married her best friend, Dennis G. Engquist on August 11, 1962 and they were blessed with 61 years together. Terese was...

The Lord in his wisdom took Farrell Lewis home to heaven on Sunday, September 10, 2023 with his wife Gerri and sister-in-law Denise at his side at Froedtert Hospital (Milwaukee). Farrell was born on September 9, 1956 in Peekskill, New York to the late Robert and Beverly (Haight) Lewis. He graduated in 1974 from Hendrick Hudson High School in Montrose, New York.At an early age, Farrell knew that he wanted to join the U.S. Coast Guard, and he fulfilled that dream, devoting 20 years of his life...