All Obituaries

Clyde Stephan Park, age 86, made his transition on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Oak Park Place in Menasha, WI. He was born on April 20, 1937 in Appleton, WI, son of Elmer and Dorothy (Meidam) Park. He graduated in 1955 at Appleton West High School. Clyde married Beverly Mae Starks, who graduated in 1956 at the same high school. They met at First Congregational Church while in Junior High School. Their marriage of 66 years began on February 22, 1958. Clyde was an outdoorsman in any kind of...

Sandra Ann (Kaiser) Kositzke, age 77, passed away peacefully at Rennes Health and Rehabilitation Center in Appleton, WI.   Sandy was born on January 13, 1947 in Neenah, WI, daughter of the late Joseph and Ruth (Mauthe) Kaiser. She attended St. Mary’s elementary and high school (class of ‘65) in Menasha.  Sandy married Dennis Kositzke on September 10, 1966.  Together they had three sons-Brian, Scott and Craig. In her younger years, Sandy did child care in her...

RIchard "Rick" Appleton passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Sunday, April 7, 2024, in his hometown of Appleton, WI, at the age of 72.  He was born to Joseph and Rosann Appleton on May 6, 1951, in nearby Kaukauna.   A worshiper at Christ the Rock Church, he walked a path of faith filled with thanks for every grace bestowed upon him.  He lived a life of love shared with his wife Peggy and his children: James (Aminah), Jolene (Dave), Ken,...

Carole Betty Taylor (nee Mader) of Appleton, died peacefully on April 7, 2024 at the age of 87. She was born January 7, 1937 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the daughter of Stephen and Pauline (Mosovsky) Mader. Carole had a few hobbies; however she thoroughly enjoyed sewing, knitting, and cooking for her family and friends. She was a good listener, and loved her time with family. Beloved wife and best friend of Dennis for nearly 59 years. Loving mother of Dawn (Dennis) Hessil. Dear grandmother...

Sharon R. Kunstman, age 85, of Appleton, WI, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 04, 2024 at Peabody Manor in Appleton, WI. She was born on April 22, 1938 in Appleton, WI, daughter of the late Max and Julia (Brux) Schiedermayer. On April 22, 1957, she married John “Jack” Kunstman at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Appleton, WI. They enjoyed 55 years of marriage. Sharon was an accountant for Fischer Ulman Construction Company for many years. She was in a Card Club for over...

Robert David Hinds, 71, a man of strong faith, went to his everlasting Home early Easter morning, March 31, 2024.  Dave was born in Middletown, Ohio to Robert E. Hinds and Patricia (Hall) Hinds. He grew up in beautiful Chautauqua, Ohio on the Great Miami River, working there as a teen in the park.  After graduating from Miami University of Ohio, Dave spent his career at the Ohio Department of Transportation.  He married JeanMarie Schmeichel in 1994 and they moved to Appleton...

Brandt, Ardis (Halverson) passed away on March 31, 2024.  Ardis entered this world on September 7, 1937, the only child of LaVerne and Ruth Halverson.  On April 9, 1960 Ardis was united in marriage to William (Bill) Brandt.  Ardis was a long time member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church where for many years she served on the Alter Guild.  Ardis was also a loyal volunteer for St. Joseph’s Food Pantry.  Ardis received her education from Zion Lutheran School and...

Janice E. Scheibe, age 91, formerly of Gillett, WI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at Edenbrook Nursing Home in Appleton, WI. She was born on April 30, 1932 in Plover, WI, daughter of the late Lloyd and Grace (Boushley) Howe. On September 4, 1948, she married Floyd Scheibe. Janice was a former employee of AAL-Thrivent. She volunteered at Underhill and the Gillett Nursing Home as well as at AAL-Trivent. Janice enjoyed needle work, gardening and vacationing in her travel...

James “Jim” LaFond, age 95, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. He was born to the late Walter and Caroline (Biechler) LaFond on January 29, 1929 in Appleton, WI. Jim was a graduate of Appleton High School where he excelled on the basketball team. In 1950, he married Lenore Buth and together they raised three children. Jim was employed at AT&T as an installer and repairman before retiring after 40 years of service. In his spare time, he enjoyed going fishing...

Marilyn “lynn” Mallonee passed away on Monday, March 25 2024 at Dimensions Assisted Living in Appleton, WI. She was born August 27, 1935 in Waupaca, WI, daughter of John and Madeline (King) Apps. Marilyn “Lynn” loved to travel and was always packed and ready to go. She is now on her trip to see her son Bill Nabbefeld who passed away in 1982 and to also see her mom and dad John and Madeline Apps. She also is meeting up with her dear friend Kathy Nicolosi to go...