All Obituaries

Ethel L. Vande Hey, age 86, of Freedom, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2024. She was born on July 1, 1937, daughter of the late Elzear and Johanna (Demerath) Bowers. She attended schools in Wrightstown and then married Eugene A. Vande Hey on April 30, 1957. Ethel and Gene started the Colonial House Supper Club in Freedom and for years ran the business together. They made many fond memories with family and friends through the years at the super club and bowling lanes. Ethel bowled for...

Justin David Schwartz, age 40, of Seymour passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024 after a short illness. Justin was born on November 1, 1983 in Appleton, WI to David Schwartz and Jean Willes. Justin married the love of his life, Brittney Heimerl on October 22, 2016 and together they had two children, with Justin having three wonderful children in all.Justin loved his three children with his whole heart. He was an avid race fan since the young age of ten and loved spending Thursday nights at...

Joan Marie Semrow, age 82, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2024.  She was born on July 31, 1941 to the late Joseph E. and Edna Rickert.  She attended St. Nicholas Catholic School and graduated from Freedom High School in 1959.  Her high school yearbook caption read “The girl with friends galore and always willing to welcome more”.  While in high school she met her future husband, Ron and they were married on October 19, 1960 at St. Nicholas Catholic Church...

Marjorie A. Hartjes, 84, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024.  Marjorie was born on May 4, 1939 to Arthur and Gladys (Hein) Brede.  She was united in marriage to Richard G Hartjes.  A memorial service for Marjorie will be held on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 138 Bissell Street, White Lake, WI 54491.  For online condolences please visit www.verkuilenfh.com.

Rebecca A. Wildenberg, age 52, of Green Bay passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at her home.  She was born on June 24, 1971 in Kaukauna, Wisconsin, a daughter of Henry and Theresa (Bloch) Wildenberg.  Becky was a student of Holy Cross Grade School, Xavier High School class of 1989, and UW-Madison where she graduated with a degree in Chemical Engineering.  She started her career at Stora-Enzo in waste water treatment, and found her true calling...

Alana E. Stoehr, age 22, passed away unexpectedly on April 7, 2024. She was born on August 9, 2001 and attended Kimberly Schools. Alana was a free spirit, strong willed, funny and had a passion for music. She enjoyed spending time with her family at their cottage on Legend Lake. She was a beautiful soul and will be deeply missed. Alana is survived by her parents, Dean and Jennifer (Pierre) Stoehr; little brother, Mason Stoehr; grandparents: Karen Stoehr, Dan and Gale Pierre; uncles: David...

Paul G. Hopfensperger, age 76, of Kaukauna passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at The Landings of Kaukauna. He was born on December 9, 1947 and was raised by his uncle Bob Hopfensperger on Lake Winnebago in Menasha. After high school Paul proudly served our country as a cook in the Navy. On July 3, 1971 he married Mary J. KIister. Their marriage was blessed with one daughter and 37 years before Mary preceded him in death on December 18, 2009. Paul was proud to be a Registered...

Donald Ernst Behnke, age 70, of Freedom, WI, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2024, at Theda Clark – Neenah, surrounded by the love of his family. Donald was born on November 24, 1953, to the late Lloyd and Florence Behnke, in Reedsville, Wisconsin.  He graduated from Reedsville High School. On December 2, 1977, Donald married the love of his life, Lynne Muenster, in Freedom, WI at Freedom Moravian Church. He would go on to work construction all his life retiring from Bayland...

Patricia M. Arnoldussen, age 92, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2024. She was born on November 1, 1931, daughter of the late Edward and Helen (McGuire) Matchett. She married Gerald Arnoldussen on May 20, 1950. Patricia held many officer positions within the VFW Auxiliary #3319, American Legion Auxiliary #41 and the MOCA #23 short arm. These units were a very important part of her life and she dedicated countless hours to them. Patricia also enjoyed playing cards and Bingo. Patricia is...

Thomas F. “Tom” Steinfeldt Sr., age 82, of Appleton, passed away at home on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024, after a valiant battle against many heath issues. He was also born on Easter Sunday, April 13, 1941, son of the late Russell and Evelyn (Mach) Steinfeldt. Tom grew up in Antigo and Kaukauna and then proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He has since been a member of the Kaukauna VFW and the Appleton American Legion Post #38. Tom was a...