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Walter S. Rugland

Walter S. Rugland

Mar 8, 2024

Appleton – Walter S. Rugland, 86, passed away on Friday March 8, 2024, with family by his side. He lived a life of calling – a calling to serve God, family and community. With his optimism, creative thinking, and persistence, Walt could find a path through any forest.

Walt was born in Orange, N.J., and moved to Appleton at age 6....

Gloria Jean Sommers

Gloria Jean Sommers

Mar 26, 2024

Gloria J Sommers, age 69, of Appleton was taken to Heaven to be with Jesus on March 26, 2024, at Misty Arbor Assisted Living in Appleton. She was born on May 18, 1954, in Appleton WI, the daughter of the late Robert and Betty Sommers. 

Gloria worked at Valley Packaging for many years retiring in 2021. Gloria was a very thoughtful...

Patricia "Pat" Bodde

Patricia "Pat" Bodde

Mar 25, 2024

Patricia “Pat” Bodde, age 72, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2024, after a lengthy battle with several illnesses.  Pat was born on March 16, 1952, in Kaukauna, WI, daughter of the late Raymond and Mary (Grissman) Van Stiphout.  After graduating from Kaukauna High School, Pat held down several jobs including bartender, cheese factory worker, and wrapper at the paper...

Elsie M. Schneider

Elsie M. Schneider

Mar 25, 2024

Elsie Marie Schneider (nee Trapp) passed away peacefully at the age of 99 on Monday, March 25, 2024 at Care Partners Assisted Living, Appleton, WI.  Elsie was born November 24, 1924 to David and Ruby (Hanson) Trapp.   She was raised on a small farm in Quimby, Iowa, along with 5 brothers and 1 sister Loren (Jane) Trapp, Leo (Elaine)...

Leonard C. Milton

Leonard C. Milton

Mar 24, 2024

Leonard C. Milton, 74, passed away peacefully on March 24th, 2024.

Len was born on April 28th, 1949, in Appleton, Wisconsin, to Cletus and Joyce (McCabe) Milton. He attended St. John’s High School in Little Chute and went on to attend Fox Valley Technical College.

Len was united in marriage to Mary Vanden Boogaard on September 28, 1972. They were blessed with...

Julia Catherine Stegeman

Julia Catherine Stegeman

Mar 24, 2024

Julia Catherine (Vosters) Stegeman, 95, died peacefully and returned to her heavenly home on March 24, 2024. 

Julia was born on May 8th, 1928, to Herman and Mathilda (Hietpas) Vosters in Little Chute, Wisconsin where she grew up with her four siblings and many aunts and uncles. Julia was a devout Catholic and was influenced by her love and faith in...

Daniel Alton Doule

Daniel Alton Doule

Mar 23, 2024

Daniel A. Doule, 69, passed away on March 23, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital. He was born on October 25, 1954, in Appleton, the son of Donald Alton and Barbara Ann (Walter) Doule. Dan enjoyed collecting carnival glass, playing cards, and spending time with his family. He lived in Wichita, KS for over 30 years before moving back to his...

Marlin Henry Reeck

Marlin Henry Reeck

Mar 23, 2024

Marlin H. Reeck, age 86, passed through Heaven’s gate leaving a legacy of faith, integrity and honor. With admirable courage and grace Marlin endured many years of health challenges and pain. His loving devotion for family was nurtured by his parents Alice and Henry Reeck.

Born April 12, 1937, Marlin developed an early strong work ethic being raised on a dairy...

Barbara Jane Altekruse

Barbara Jane Altekruse

Mar 22, 2024

Barbara Jane Altekruse, 80, passed away in Neenah on March 22, 2024. She was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Carl (Gertrude) Beyerlein on August 18, 1943.  Barbara graduated from North Side High School and began her post secondary education at Purdue University. It was there that she met the love of her life, Gene Edward Altekruse on a ride-share back...

Edward Martin Daly

Edward Martin Daly

Mar 22, 2024

Edward Martin Daly, “Marty”, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2024.

Marty was born in Chicago, Illinois, on September 4, 1945, to James and Sally (Olszewski) Daly.

On December 29, 1986, he married the love of his life, Pam Polman, and they were married for 37 wonderful years.

In 1965 Marty joined the Marines and after his honorable discharge he went to work...

Minnie Nelson

Minnie Nelson

Mar 21, 2024

Minnie Louise Green was born on March 26, 1951 to her parents Gerald and Elsie Louise (Flynn) Green and passed away on March 21, 2024 with her family by her side. 

 

Minnie graduated from Freedom High School in 1969, then met and married the love of her life, William (Bill) Nelson, on May 8, 1971.  Minnie loved sewing, reading, camping, going for...

Linda L. Johnson

Linda L. Johnson

Mar 19, 2024

In loving memory of Linda L. Johnson, age 70 of Appleton, WI who passed away on March 19, 2024.  She was born to Eugene and Delores (Hauser) Schreiter on September 21, 1953 in Appleton, WI.  Linda graduated from Appleton East High School with the class of ’72.  She was hard working with a strong work ethic and was a long-term,...

Brexton Malachi Lacey

Brexton Malachi Lacey

Mar 19, 2024

Brexton Malachi Lacey, born on March 19, 2024, in Neenah, WI, passed away recently, leaving a void in the lives of his loved ones. He is survived by his parents, Roman and Emily Lacey (Steinke), who cherished him deeply. Brexton also leaves behind his adoring siblings, Raegan, Kysen, Knoxlynn, and Bronson. Although his time with us was too short, Brexton's...

Carol Jane Revoir

Carol Jane Revoir

Mar 19, 2024

Carol J. Revoir, 66, our beloved, fearless, feisty, fun-loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend passed away on March 19, 2024 after battling dementia for six years.

Carol was born to Donald and Jane (Zornow) Revoir on January 22, 1958 in Kimberly, WI. After graduating from Kimberly High School, Carol received an Associate’s Degree in Computer Programming and Web Design from FVTC...

Timothy R. Weyenberg

Timothy R. Weyenberg

Mar 19, 2024

Timothy R. Weyenberg, age 64 passed away on March 19, 2024 after a courageous, short battle with breast cancer.  Tim was born on June 19, 1959, the son of the late Robert “Bob” and Mary (Vandenberg) Weyenberg.  Tim graduated from Menasha High School in 1978 and became a volunteer firefighter for the Town of Menasha for a short period in...

Thomas Michael Seidl

Thomas Michael Seidl

Mar 19, 2024

Thomas M. Seidl, 82, passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. He was born on August 4, 1941, in Appleton, the son of Michael and Leona (Sigl) Seidl. Tom was a proud Marine Corps. Veteran of 6 years, who was stationed in 29 Palms, Okinawa, and Camp Pendleton. He was honorably discharged in 1963. Tom was a proud family man,...

Nancy Lucille Babcock

Nancy Lucille Babcock

Mar 18, 2024

Nancy Lucille Babcock, 77, of Appleton, Wisconsin passed away peacefully with her son and daughter by her side on March 18, 2024. 

Nancy was born in Appleton, on November 10, 1946, to Clifford and Bernice (Tyson) Allen. 

Nancy loved craft projects, especially crocheting and knitting. She was also an avid music lover. She loved watching her husband play in his bands.  

Nancy is survived by...

Esmeralda Garcia

Esmeralda Garcia

Mar 17, 2024

Esmeralda Garcia, 71, a devoted homemaker and cherished family member, passed away unexpectedly at her home in Appleton, WI on March 17, 2024.

She was born on January 14, 1953 in Corpus Christi, TX. Esmeralda found joy in the simple pleasures of life and had recently discovered a love for travel with her husband Sergio. Her love for her family was...

Annette Marie Grapengieser

Annette Marie Grapengieser

Mar 17, 2024

Annette Marie (Smarzinski) Grapengieser, age 73, went home to her Lord and loving husband on March 17th, 2024. Annette was a devoted mother, grandmother and sister who will be greatly missed. Annette was born on November 15th, 1950 to Joseph and Margaret (Wippich) Smarzinski in Neenah, Wisconsin.  She attended Neenah High School and graduated in 1969. In her early 20’s...

Wayne Clifford Defferding

Wayne Clifford Defferding

Mar 16, 2024

Wayne C. Defferding was born November 9, 1941 to Irma (Mickey) Mignon Defferding and Ory Defferding in West Allis, Wisconsin.  The family moved to Appleton when he was 5.  He attended Jefferson Elementary School, Wilson Middle School, and Appleton West High School.  He is a graduate of University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Geology and obtained a Juris Doctor...

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