Obituaries
Joyce Ritzema
Oct 5, 2024
Jaitske “Joyce” Ritzema, of Waupun Wisconsin, passed away peacefully in her sleep at age 95 on October 5, 2024. Joyce was born November 1, 1928, in Tjerkwerd, in the Province of Friesland, the Netherlands, the daughter of Bouwe Feenstra and Jeltsje Feenstra Albada.
Joyce spent her younger years in the Netherlands. While in high school during World War II, she participated...
Phyllis Vande Kamp
Oct 4, 2024
With great sorrow and much love we mourn the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, Phyllis Vande Kamp, on October 4, 2024. However, we do not grieve like people who have no hope since we know that she is now with Jesus and we will be united with her someday. She was 91 years old.
Phyllis was born...
Justin McGee
Oct 1, 2024
Justin McGee, age 71, of Fox Lake peacefully passed away on October 1, 2024.
Justin was born on February 22, 1953, in Rockford, Illinois. He graduated from Auburn High School in 1971, where he notably earned the distinction of being a first-chair clarinet player. On August 22, 1994, he married the love of his life, Barb Powers.
For over 50 years, Justin...
Kathleen Swan
Sep 28, 2024
Kathleen Swan, age 90, of Markesan, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024 at the Barrett House in Markesan.
Kathleen was born on August 29, 1934, the daughter of Bernard and Clara Dahl Guerin. She was a proud graduate of Irma High School. Kathleen’s commitment to her family was evident in the love she shared with her son Jeff Swan and...
Todd Selk
Sep 27, 2024
Todd “Toad” Michael Selk, age 64, of Randolph, WI, passed away on Friday, September 27th as a result of a cardiac event.
Todd was born in Milwaukee, WI on July 18, 1960 to Joan and Vernon Selk. He graduated from Randolph High School and despite many interested parties, he met the love of his life in 1978, Nan Dahl. They married...
Joann Larson
Sep 25, 2024
Joann Larson, 86, of Waupun, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at the Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac.
Joann was born September 15, 1938 in Portage, WI the daughter of Harold and Katherine Schroeder Hoppe. Joann attended Waupun schools, graduating from Waupun High School in 1957. On June 13, 1959 she was united in marriage to Larry Larson....
Elizabeth "Betty" Buchholz
Sep 16, 2024
With great sorrow and much love we mourn the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother on September 16, 2024. She was 96 years old.
Elizabeth “Betty” Buchholz was born May 18, 1928 in Grand Chute, WI the daughter of Elmer and Ella Gustin Spaulding. Betty and her family moved to Waupun, WI in 1940 where she attended Waupun schools and...
Cora Lemmenes Hemp
Sep 13, 2024
Cora Lemmenes Hemp, age 91, of Waupun, WI, passed away on September 13, 2024 at the Charleston House Memory Care facility in Beaver Dam, WI. Cora was born November 3, 1932, a daughter of Sam and Elsie (Alsum) Hoffman. She and her twin sister Caroline were the seventh and eighth born of eleven children.
She was united in marriage to Robert...
Barbara Rosenthal
Sep 11, 2024
Barbara Rosenthal, age 73, a beloved art professor, devoted mother, sister and friend, passed away on September 11, 2024 at the home of her best friend, Darlene Opperman, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 8, 1951, in Waupun, Barb was a vibrant spirit whose passion for art touched the lives of many.
Barb graduated from Waupun High School...
Grace McLeod
Sep 11, 2024
Grace McLeod, 98, of Waupun, passed away Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at the Christian Homestead in Waupun.
Grace was born December 29, 1925 in Gilman, WI; the daughter of Frank and Mary (Bobish) Hodowanic. She grew up in rural Gilman on a farm. Her parents came directly from the Ukraine. Grace was baptized and a long-time member of the Russian Orthodox...
Theresa Rose Popelka
Sep 9, 2024
Theresa Rose (Kuhn) Popelka, age 69, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024 at Hillside Manor in Beaver Dam after a short and brave battle with cancer.
Teri was born on July 20, 1955, in Beaver Dam, WI, to Arnold and Irene (Curtis) Kuhn. She graduated from Cambria Friesland High School in 1973, then earned her certification as a beautician at...
Don Vande Zande
Sep 8, 2024
Don Vande Zande, age 81, affectionately known as “Slick,” passed away on Sunday, September 8th, 2024, at the Christian Homestead in Waupun after a courageous battle with Alzheimers for the last few years.
Don attended Waupun High School and was very involved in the Waupun and Alto communities. He was employed for most of his career with Waupun Public Utilities as...
Wayne Bartelt
Sep 7, 2024
Wayne “Butch” Bartelt, 78, of Eldorado, WI passed away peacefully on September 7, 2024 at Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac after a brave battle with leukemia.
Wayne was born May 11, 1946 to Raymond and Dorothy (Weinheimer) Bartelt. He grew up in the Juneau area and graduated from Juneau High School class of 1964. On September 23, 1972...
Stacey Fernandez
Sep 2, 2024
Stacey Fernandez, age 47, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2024 at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac following a series of health challenges.
Stacey was born on June 19, 1977 in Chicago, Illinois. She was a devoted individual whose life revolved around her family. As a loving mother to her three children, Eric Shuck, Paige Winter, and Savannah Winter,...
Ardelle "Fritz" Harmsen
Sep 2, 2024
Ardelle "Fritz" Harmsen, age 86, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, September 2, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones. Born on March 30, 1938, Fritz left an indelible mark on the lives of all who knew her.
Education was an important part of Fritz's life, and she proudly graduated from Waupun High School. Fritz married Gerald Harmsen on January...
Michael Schmuhl
Aug 31, 2024
Michael Schmuhl, a devoted family man and cherished member of the Brandon community, passed away on August 31, 2024 in Brandon at the age of 45 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on September 19, 1978, in Ripon, WI, Mike grew up with a passion for the outdoors and a deep love for his family.
Michael was a proud graduate...
Taylor VanDusen
Aug 30, 2024
Taylor Robert VanDusen, age 29 of Beaver Dam, died unexpectedly at his home on Friday, August 30, 2024.
Taylor was born on October 6, 1994 in Madison the son of Michael Robert and Patricia Lynn (Hayes) Van Dusen. He was a miracle child after his parents were told they were unable to bear children. He graduated from Portage High School in...
Sharon Hildebrandt
Aug 27, 2024
Sharon Hildebrandt, age 87, passed away on August 27, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison.
Sharon was born August 2, 1937 in Portage, WI, the daughter of Herman and Thelma Raimer Lang. Sharon graduated from Markesan High School in 1955, marking the start of a life characterized by hard work and commitment. She began her career as a secretary at...
Linda Lang
Aug 24, 2024
Linda Lang, 74, of Fox Lake, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024 at Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac.
Linda Lang was born January 20, 1950 in Waupun, WI the daughter of Lester and Mildred Hopp Armga. Linda attended Waupun schools, graduating in 1968. Following graduation she attended UW-Oshkosh, receiving her nursing degree. She went on to receive her...
Kirk Bloom: The Life of Every Party
Aug 19, 2024
Kirk Bloom, the man who could make anyone laugh and the ultimate car enthusiast, took his final joyride with Med Flight’s “Maverick and Goose” on August 19, 2024, to UW Hospital after a brief but fierce battle with cancer surrounded by loving wife, family and friends. Born on November 12, 1964, in Dodgeville, Wisconsin, Kirk was a beacon of joy...
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