All Obituaries

Donna Ripley Bailey, 96, died peacefully on August 17 at The Heritage in Appleton, where she had lived for the past 15 years. She was born in Evanston, IL, on July 4, 1923, and spent her childhood in the Chicago area before moving to Boston in 1935. She graduated from St. Margaret’s School in Waterbury, CT (which she loved and stayed in close touch with her entire life) in 1941. She studied theatre at the Erskine School in Boston before attending and graduating from Pine Manor Junior...

Lawrence E. Schmidt, age 85, of Appleton passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2019 at Heartwood Homes.  He was a proud member of the U.S. Navy.  A graveside committal service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 30, 2019 at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, 1200 Racine Road, Menasha.  Full military honors will take place at the cemetery.

Dennis J. Babb, age 75, of Appleton passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at St. Elizabeth Hospital. He was born to the late Willis and Eileen “Irish” (Babino) Babb on August 8, 1944. Dennis married Mary Koch on May 6, 1967 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Kaukauna. He spent most of his career selling golf equipment to courses and pro shops throughout Wisconsin. In addition to his passion for golf, Dennis loved fishing on Lake Michigan and Bay de Noc. He was also an...

Lisa Mary Schommer, age 56, of Appleton, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 11, 2019 at St. Elizabeth Hospital following a courageous battle with cancer.  Lisa was born in Appleton on July 9, 1963 to the late Joseph and Mary (Mortell) Van Stippen.  She graduated at Appleton East High School with the class of 81.  On May 16, 1987, she was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart, Tom Schommer.  The couple enjoyed 33 years together.  Most recently, Lisa...

After years of suffering, Susan Jane Korbisch, age 67, now can join her daughter Jodi in heaven.  Susan passed away at the Bridges of Appleton on Sunday, August 11, 2019.  She was born to the late Harlow and Audrey (Kollman) Peterson on September 10, 1951 in Milwaukee and later moved to Green Bay.  Susan graduated from Prebble High School in 1970.  Susan married Ronald Korbisch on October 18, 1991. She worked at Employers Health Insurance until her health declined in...

91, Appleton, passed away on Friday, August 9, 2019 at ThedaCare Appleton following a brief illness. She was born on June 8, 1928 in the town of Maple Grove to the late Kosmas and Caroline (Pritzl) Miller. Marian married Robert Hanagan on November 23, 1948 and he preceded her in death in 2007. They shared 59 years together and both loved cheering on the Green Bay Packers. She also enjoyed puzzles, fishing and playing sheeps head, especially with her Wednesday group. Marian loved spending...

Steven John Aronson 66, Appleton, formerly of Milwaukee passed away on August 5, 2019 following a battle with cancer. Steven was born July 29, 1953 in Oconto, WI to the late Samuel and Elaine (De Pouw) Aronson. He married Mary K. Boucher and the couple shared 42 years together. Steven worked for Wisconsin Electric for over 40 years prior to his retirement. He loved spending time with his family going to sporting events and taking trips with Mary. His family will remember him as being very...

Donald J. Derouso, age 85, of Menasha, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 2, 2019 at Prairie Homes in Menasha, after battling Parkinson’s and dementia for many years. Don was born in Milwaukee on January 13, 1934 to the late Dona and Catherine (Lein) Derouso. On October 30, 1954, he was united in marriage to Shirley Venne. The couple enjoyed 56 years together until Shirley passed away in 2010. Don worked with Package Boiler, Iron Fireman, Industrial Burner Service his own...

Dr. Donald Garelick, age 85, passed away on August 2, 2019 at Aster Memory Care in Cottage Grove, WI. Don is survived by Phyllis, his loving wife of 62 years, daughters Anita Garelick (Marc Milavitz), Boulder, CO, and Laura (Dave) Toso, Cottage Grove, WI, and son Jeffrey Garelick (Kim Damian), Denver, CO, and grandchildren Sam Toso, Denver, CO, Mitch (May Grace) Toso, Denver, CO, Max Toso, Madison, WI, Zach Milavitz, Boulder, CO, Jessica Milavitz, Oakland, CA, Jordan Garelick, Denver, CO,...

Arlene Theresa Vanden Boogart Passed away Sunday, July 28, 2019 at Cherry Meadows in Appleton. She was born Dec. 30, 1930 in Freedom to the late Joseph and Minnie (Nabbefeld) Schmitt. Arlene worked in the office at Appleton Papers and traveled with Nationwide Travelers as a tour guide for many years. She was a member and officer in Kaukauna AARP, volunteer for retired senior volunteer program and Fox Cities Visitor Center. Arlene was a long-time member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and...