All Obituaries

Dennis C. Wilson, age 48, of Appleton and Marquette, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 12, 2019.  He was born on August 30, 1970 in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. Dennis graduated from Ohio School of Broadcasting Technique in 1990. In 1991, he enlisted in the Air Force and was stationed at KI Sawyer Air Force Base in Marquette, MI.  Dennis was a Freelance Sportswriter for Oshkosh Northwestern, The Mining Journal, Wrightstown Area Spirit, Northern Michigan University and...

Judy Rietveld, age 64, of Combined Locks, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 8, 2019 following a short illness at Theda Clark Regional Medical Center in Appleton.  Judy was born in Appleton on October 14, 1954, to the late Bob and Shirley (Schultz) Forster.  She graduated with the class of 1973 at Appleton East High School.  In 1976, she was united in marriage to Mike Rietveld.  The couple enjoyed over 42 years together.  Judy worked at Hoffman Drug, Walgreens...

G. Tony Balza passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 6, 2019 surrounded by his family. He was born to the late Theophile and Mary (Leurquin) Balza on October 16, 1922. Tony married the late Grace Angst on October 5, 1946.  Tony was a member of the Coast Guard during World War II. Active throughout his life and proud of it, he was a wood worker, figure skater, camper, and fisherman. He started skiing at age 49 and skied for 41 years. Everyone’s favorite Uncle, neighborhood...

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Janet M. Cummings, age 77, of Little Chute on March 30th, 2019.  She was born August 1st, 1941, daughter of the late Ernest and Gladys (Leavitt) Loewenhagen.  She spent 39 years with the love of her life, Ronald Much and they are finally together again.  Janet loved watching the Packers and spoiling her beloved dog, Johnny.  She was an animal lover and had many special pets throughout her whole life. ...

Lois A. Petit (Stoegbauer), of Appleton, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at Cherry Meadows. Lois was born July 11, 1937 in Appleton to the late Frank and Florence (Kranhold) Stoegbauer and lived in Appleton her entire life. After graduating from Appleton West High School, Lois worked as a secretary for Bassett Refrigeration. In 1958, she married her late husband Mark Petit. When her children were in grade school she volunteered at St. Pius where she's been a long time member...

Vernon A. Krueger ‘Gramps’ 86, Appleton, formerly of Rhinelander, passed away on Monday, March 25, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 11, 1932 in Brillion to the late Oscar and Viola (Zimmerman) Krueger. After High School Vern enlisted in the U.S. Navy and proudly served his country. He met the love of his life, Betty Jane at a dance and they later wed on April 11, 1953. Vern was a hardworking, dedicated employee and in the 1970’s moved his family to...

John R. Schreiter, age 88, of Appleton passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2019.  He was born September 30, 1930 to the late Raymond and Ethel (Bentz) Schreiter, Sr.  He was a graduate of St. Lawrence Seminary, Mt. Calvary, WI.  He joined the United States Air Force and proudly served his country from 1951-1955.  His tours of duty included service in Korea with the Advanced 5th Air Force Combat headquarters at Osan AFB (K-55).  He was a member of the American Legion...

Floyd Watkins, age 96, of Appleton passed away with his family at his side on Thursday, March 21, 2019 at Brewster Village. Floyd was born on March 2, 1923 in Chicago, IL. His family moved to New London and Floyd graduated from Washington High School in 1941. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and served during WW II. He married Barbara Brautigan and they shared 59 years of marriage together. They were long time members of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Appleton. Floyd worked at Appleton Papers as...

James “Smokey” Edward Grishaber, age 76, of Appleton, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, March 21, 2019.  Smokey was born in Appleton to the late Paul and Loretta (Williams) Grishaber on July 11, 1942 and was a proud “South Sider” for most of his life.  He graduated at Appleton High School with the class of 1960.  Following graduation, Smokey proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.  He worked for many years at Modern Business...

Resting comfortably in her Combined Locks home surrounded by family and friends, Mari Timm-Reichel closed the final chapter of her life. She spent her 63 wonderful years affectionately devoted to her family, honoring her faith and loving her creator, providing her fulfillment. She is survived by her adoring husband, Paul, and by her two dear children, Alicia McPhetridge and Daniel (Harley) Koehler and her 2-year-old grandson, Nolan Koehler;  her siblings John (Jean) Timm, Jeanne (Jim)...