Obituaries
John Tilstra
Sep 11, 2025
Pastor John Tilstra, age 65, was called home by his Lord and Savior on September 11, 2025 after a short battle with cancer.
John was born on April 21, 1960 in Luverne, Minnesota, to John H. and Anna (Nyhuis) Tilstra. He graduated from Hills-Beaver Creek High School in 1978 before pursuing higher education at Mankato State University where he earned a...
Steve Harmsen
Jun 24, 2025
Steve Harmsen, 65, of King George, Virginia, passed away on June 24, 2025.
Born on April 8, 1960, in Waupun, Wisconsin, Steve was the son of Edwin and Elaine Harmsen. He was baptized and confirmed at Pella Lutheran Church. He played little league baseball and developed a lifelong love of learning and teamwork.
At Waupun High School, Steve was known for his...
Linda Rather
Aug 31, 2025
In Loving Memory of Linda Rather
Linda Rather, age 68, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by dear friends.
Born on February 18, 1957, Linda was the daughter of Robert and Margene (Towne) Rather. A proud graduate of Waupun High School, Class of 1975, she went on to attend the University of Wisconsin–Platteville, where...
Bret Grant
Aug 20, 2025
Bret Grant, age 66, of Waupun, WI, passed away peacefully August 20, 2025 surrounded by the people who loved him most.
Bret was born on August 28, 1958, the son of James Grant and Carol Nelson. He graduated from Waupun High School in 1977. Bret was a man defined by quiet strength, unwavering devotion, and a deep sense of purpose. His...
Clare E. Hilt
Sep 8, 2025
Clare E. Hilt, age 85, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025 at the Christian Home in Waupun where she resided.
Clare was born November 14, 1939, the daughter of Roman and Leona Schneider Pethan of Charlesburg, WI. On November 26, 1960 she married Greg Hilt of Pipe, WI.
Clare is survived by three children: Tim (Julie) Hilt of Waupun, Catherine Hilt...
Catherine Jansma
Aug 29, 2025
Catherine Jansma, 88, of Waupun, went to her heavenly home on Friday, August 29, 2025 with family by her side.
Catherine was born December 5, 1936 in Fond du Lac County near Brandon, the daughter of Ko and Dorothy Respalje Homan. On December 11, 1953 she married Charley Jansma at Alto Christian Reformed Church. Following their marriage, the couple resided in...
Tony Lee Smith
Aug 20, 2025
Tony Lee Smith, age 63, passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025 after a short battle with cancer.
Tony was born July 14, 1962 in Neenah, the son of Harvey and Judy Vis Smith. Tony was a proud graduate of Waupun High School and dedicated 19 years of his professional life to Alliance Laundry where he made lasting contributions through his commitment...
Charlene Kamphuis
Aug 19, 2025
Charlene Kamphuis, age 77, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at Ripon Hospital with her family by her side.
Charlene was born on August 22, 1947, the daughter of Edward and Elizabeth Loomans. She graduated from Brandon High School in 1965 and soon after married the love of her life, James “Jim” Kamphuis, on September 2, 1966, at Alto...
Gale Dahlke
Aug 16, 2025
Gale Alfred Dahlke, age 82, peacefully passed away August 16, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
Gale will be sadly missed and mourned by his wife of 60 years Susan (Wedge) Dahlke. His four cherished children; Timothy Dahlke, Fawn (Tony) Senn, Eon (Stacy) Dahlke, Bambi (Cory) Buchholz. 8 Grandchildren; Amber (Joseph) Zaccone, Brooklyn (Tyler) Kovalaske, Cearrah (Chase) Harmsen, Delanie (Cameron) Sauer,...
Robert "Bobby" Lee Bentz
Aug 15, 2025
Waupun – Robert “Bobby” Lee Bentz, age 53, of Waupun, passed away on August 15, 2025.
Bobby was born on February 10, 1972, to Lee and Virginia “Ginny” Bentz. A lifelong resident of Waupun, he graduated from Waupun High School in 1990 and graduated with a degree in Police Science from Moraine Park Technical College in 1992.
Bobby dedicated 30 years of...
Irene Ruesink
Aug 12, 2025
Irene Ruesink, age 94, passed away August 12, 2025 in Peoria, AZ.
Irene Ruesink was born December 14, 1930, in the Town of Alto in Fond du Lac County. She is the youngest daughter of William and Esther Neevel Glewen. Irene attended Waupun schools, graduating from Waupun High School in 1948. Irene then attended St. Agnes School of Nursing, and earned...
Kathryn Giebink
Aug 10, 2025
Kathryn “Kate, Kathy” Giebink, passed away on August 10, 2025 at the age of 90 years old.
Kathryn was born on November 25, 1934 in the town of Waupun, the daughter of Sidney and Minnie Harmsen Frens. On September 14, 1952 she married Calvin Giebink at Netherlands Reformed Church in Waupun where she was a lifelong member.
Kathryn is survived by her...
Anna Wells
Aug 7, 2025
Anna Wells, age 90, of Waupun, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025.
Anna was born March 26, 1935 in Fox Lake, the daughter of Eli and Jennie DeVries Winkel. In 1956 Anna married Emmett Fisher until his passing, and later married Jack Wells. Anna met Jack on bus trips to various events. Throughout her career, Anna distinguished herself as...
Linda Coda
Aug 4, 2025
Linda Coda, (77) of Waupun passed away on August 4, 2025 with her loving husband by her side.
Linda Coda was born June 27, 1948 in Beaver Dam, WI the daughter of Milan and Helen Krueger Nickerson. Linda attended Waupun schools, graduating from Waupun High School in 1966. Linda married Ron Coda September 16, 1967 in Waupun. The couple resided in...
Elton Hull
Aug 3, 2025
Elton Hull, a beloved figure known for his unyielding spirit and dedication to both family and work, passed away on August 3, 2025, at Waupun Memorial Hospital. He was born on February 3, 1939, in Alto, Wisconsin, to John and Gertrude VandeStreek Hull.A devoted husband, Elton married Katherine Alsum on August 29, 1958, in East Friesland. Their love story, which...
Judi Guenthner
Aug 2, 2025
Judi Guenthner, age 66, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025.
Judi was born September 16th, 1958 in Bakersfield, California to the late Homer & Gladys Walker.
Judi had the perfect balance of personalities. She was loving and caring but also was stubborn, sassy & spunky. She was never afraid to speak her mind.
Judi loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. It...
Dennis Lyn Parsons
Aug 2, 2025
Dennis Lyn Parsons, age 82, of Waupun, passed away on August 2, 2025.
Dennis was born on October 18, 1942, in rural Berlin, Wisconsin, to Milton and Louise (Buelow) Parsons. He was the youngest of eight children, with five older sisters and two older brothers. Dennis was raised in the Berlin area and graduated from Berlin High School in 1960. After...
Sandra Blakeslee
Aug 1, 2025
Sandra Blakeslee (89) of Waupun, passed away peacefully on August 1st, 2025 at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac.
Sandra Blakeslee was born April 17, 1936 in Mauston, WI the daughter of Bruce and Ione Bentz Wright. Sandra was a graduate of Wonewoc High School. On November 20, 1954 she married James Blakeslee at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Wonewoc....
LaVerne Wellhouse-Kok
Jul 25, 2025
LaVerne Wellhouse-Kok, age 88, passed away on July 25, 2025 at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac.
LaVerne was born on January 21, 1937 in the small town of Metomen, the daughter of Garret and Lucy Grotenhuis Hopp. LaVerne's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to her family and community. On August 23, 1963 she married Wallace "Bud" Wellhouse...
Tritt Nicole Harmsen
Jul 24, 2025
Tritt Nicole Harmsen, age 32, grew up in Ripon, WI and graduated from Ripon High School. A vibrant spirit whose laughter and kindness touched the lives of all who knew her, passed away unexpectedly on July 24, 2025.
Born on December 14, 1992, she was a bright light in this world, characterized by her huge heart and dedication to helping everyone...
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