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Doris Bunker-Pfeiffer

Doris Bunker-Pfeiffer

Dec 23, 2021

Doris Mae “Dorie” Bunker-Pfeiffer, age 91, Allouez, passed away on December 23, 2021. On August 20, 1930, Dorie was born to the late Alex and Rose (Konop) Bunker.  Dorie married Clifford Pfeiffer on August 30, 1985 in Milwaukee.  He preceded her in death on February 7, 2006.  She worked many years as a machine operator at Globe Union, Milwaukee.  She...

Kayleen Menting

Kayleen Menting

Dec 23, 2021

Kayleen M. (Kersten) Menting, 75, died December 23, 2021 surrounded by her four children who cared for her during her cancer. She cherished the many hours of companionship allowing her to reside at the family home.  Born in Green Bay on March 9, 1946 to John and Irene (Wilz) Kersten during a snowstorm. She graduated from Green Bay West High...

Jean Rentmeester

Jean Rentmeester

Dec 20, 2021

On December 20, 2021, Jean Rentmeester died at Allouez Parkside Village. She was born in Waupaca, WI to Urban and Margaret (Rice) Vande Walle on March 27, 1934. Two years later she moved to De Pere, where she has resided ever since. Jean was a proud 1952 graduate of St. Joseph Academy. On June 2, 1956 she married William C....

Robert Howard Altland, Jr.

Robert Howard Altland, Jr.

Dec 20, 2021

Robert Howard Altland, Jr. died on December 20, 2021, in Green Bay, WI after a short illness.  He was born on October 2, 1936, in York, PA.   Bob is survived by his long-time friend and partner, Virginia Wesner; his children Stephanie Cornwell, Ann Altland, and Douglas Altland; their mother Beverly Ann Altland (Becker); and siblings Barbara Colvin, Frank Altland, Joseph...

Paula Sue Thyssen

Paula Sue Thyssen

Dec 19, 2021

Obituary for Paula Sue (Nelson) Thyssen  In the early morning hours of December 19th, Paula gained her wings; but she made sure to pack a lot into her almost 67 years before she went home with the angels.  Always an early bird Paula was born when the sun came up on February 25th, 1955 to Genevieve (Garsow) and Lawrence Nelson...

Michele Renee Ardini

Michele Renee Ardini

Dec 16, 2021

Michele Renee Ardini, 58, of De Pere, passed away unexpectedly on December 12, 2021. Michele was born February 9, 1963, in Hancock, Michigan to Joseph and Beatrice Morin (Butina). She was the second of five children. She graduated from Houghton High School in 1981.  She then attended Northern Michigan University where she received a Legal Secretary Associate's Degree in 1983. ...

Robert C. Hitchcock

Robert C. Hitchcock

Dec 16, 2021

Robert Charles Hitchcock, age 99, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on December 16, 2021. Robert was born July 21, 1922 in Oshkosh, WI to the late Robert and Ella Hitchcock.  In 1947 he married Mary Louise (Maryl) Thompson and together they shared 75 wonderful years.  Following graduation from Oshkosh East High School in January 1941, Robert attended...

Kelly L. Borman

Kelly L. Borman

Dec 15, 2021

Kelly L. Borman, 50, De Pere, passed away unexpectedly December 15, 2021. He was born May 15, 1971 to John Borman and the late Maria Dillhunt .  Chess was his #1 Passion!  He was a longtime member of the Green Bay Chess Club, participated in many tournaments and was the 2006 Wisconsin State Champion.  He also excelled in board and...

Ruth Ann Goeben

Ruth Ann Goeben

Dec 13, 2021

Ruth Ann (VandenElzen) Goeben, age 84, of Green Bay, passed away December 13, 2021. The daughter of the late Norbert and Janet (Fite) VandenElzen, was born November 4, 1937 in Green Bay. She married Leonard Goeben on June 19, 1957 at St. Francis in De Pere.R uth worked at St. Norbert College in food service for over 20 years until...

Roger William Ruf

Roger William Ruf

Dec 12, 2021

Roger Ruf, age 81, De Pere, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 12th. Roger was the son of the late Winfred and Genevieve Ruf, Green Bay.  Roger graduated from Green Bay West High School in 1959 and married his high school sweetheart and best friend, Karen Vannes, at Annunciation Church in Green Bay on October 8, 1960. ...

Dr. Thomas "Tom" Stark

Dr. Thomas "Tom" Stark

Dec 12, 2021

Dr. Tom (Thomas) Alan Stark, born August 21, 1954, died unexpectedly December 12, 2021 at the age of 67. Tom was an excellent Chiropractor, and practiced in Traditional Chinese Medicine, and all his patients will surely miss his care. Tom was an example of kindness, and generosity. He was a devoted Lutheran. He followed the Golden Rule, and he only...

Victoria Emily  Martin

Victoria Emily Martin

Dec 12, 2021

Victoria Emily Martin, age 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 12, 2021 just 5 days before her 90th birthday.  She was born in the Town of Eaton on December 17, 1931 to the late George Albert and Nettie (Jurczykowski) Peer.  Vicki married Richard Martin at SS Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church in Eaton on May 29, 1954.  Together they...

Alan John Malewiski

Alan John Malewiski

Dec 12, 2021

Alan J. (Al) Malewiski, age 74, of Denmark, passed away Sunday, December 12, 2021. The son of the late Leo and Betty (Bielinski) Malewiski was born March 14, 1947 in Green Bay. He graduated in 1965 from Denmark High School and was drafted into the US Army in August of 1966. After basic training in Missouri, he deployed to Vietnam...

Kathryn Rasmussen

Kathryn Rasmussen

Dec 8, 2021

Kathryn “Katie” Rasmussen, age 97, passed away December 8, 2021. She was born November 6, 1924 to Mike and (Helen Reedy) Keehan in Maribel. She married Reginald “Rex” Rasmussen in Denmark October 17, 1947. The couple farmed on the Rasmussen Homestead, a Century recognized farm, until they retired in 1987. She was a graduate of the Denmark High School. After...

Rosalinda J.  Smith

Rosalinda J. Smith

Dec 6, 2021

Rosalinda J. “Rosie” Smith, 63, of Maribel, passed away December 6, 2021. The daughter of the late Wilbert and Eileen (Baeb) Maes was born January 20, 1958 in Green Bay. After attending West De Pere High School until 1976, she went on to cook and bake for many area restaurants. She is survived by her partner of 33 years, Mike...

Joann M Vande Loo

Joann M Vande Loo

Dec 5, 2021

Joann “Jo” Marie Vande Loo, 77, De Pere, passed away unexpectedly on December 5, 2021.  She was born in Green Bay on June 12, 1944 to the late Henry and Sadie (Gerrits) Vande Loo.  Joann graduated from St. Joseph Academy and attended St. Norbert College.  After college Joann was employed for over 40 years at Van Sistine Dentistry/De Pere Family...

Sandra Wise

Sandra Wise

Dec 4, 2021

Sandra Dorothea (Thiessen) Wise, 81, passed away on Saturday, December 4, while surrounded by her family at St. Mary’s Hospital, Green Bay, Wisconsin.  She was born on October 17, 1940 in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, the daughter of Edgar and Ethel Thiessen. Sandy grew up in Kiel and New Holstein and graduated from New Holstein High School in 1958 and Lakeland College...

Scott Mark Engelking

Scott Mark Engelking

Dec 4, 2021

Scott Mark Engelking, 72, Ashwaubenon, passed away December 4, 2021 with his family by his side.  He was born April 24, 1949 to the late Rev. Edgar and Veles (Bigelow) Engelking in the Town of Portage.  Scott worked for 30 years as a truck driver for Cal-Les II, Joy, WH, WEL Trucking services.Scott enjoyed woodworking, getting greasy, helping neighbors, cutting...

Kenneth Francis Hettmann

Kenneth Francis Hettmann

Dec 3, 2021

Kenneth Francis Hettmann passed away peacefully on Friday, December 3, 2021 with his family by his side.  He was born at home on August 2, 1928 to Edward and Martha (Maternoski) Hettmann in the Town of Glenmore.  On April 23, 1949, Kenneth married Agnes VandenBush at St. Mary Catholic Church in Humboldt.  Agnes preceded him in death on December 2,...

Bernice Mary Rukamp

Bernice Mary Rukamp

Dec 2, 2021

Bernice Mary Rukamp (Jadin), 82, passed on to her eternal home surrounded by her loving family on December 2, 2021. Bernice was born April 2, 1939 in New Franken, Wisconsin to the late Edward and Tillie (Vincent) Jadin. Bernice graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy. She then met the love of her life, Clarence Henry Rukamp; together they were happily married...

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