Current Obituaries

David William Heller, age 81, died peacefully on Saturday, December 08, 2018 at Matthews Assisted Living of Neenah. David was born on August 1, 1937 in Appleton a son of the late Adolph and Lorraine (Schmitz) Heller. He was a 1955 graduate of Stockbridge High School. Dave was formerly employed with Appleton Paper as a sheeter operator for over 44 years retiring in 1999. He also served his country in the US Army during the Berlin Crisis. Dave was united in marriage to Suzanne Alesch on...

                John Abraham Cleven (“Jack”) was called home by his Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 6th, 2018. John was born to Christ & Frances (Vercauteren) Cleven February 12, 1934 on the family farm in Oneida, WI. Jack was proud of his humble beginnings, raised on a small dairy farm, including the work ethic it instilled in him. He attended St. Joseph Catholic Grade School in Oneida, WI and...

Appleton-Sandra Fay Stoffel died on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton with her family and friends around her. She was born in West Bend, the daughter of the late Elmer and Jane Kaelin on July 7, 1949. “Sandy” is survived by her sister, Sherry Boyette and brother-in-law, Roger Boyette, nephews Paul (Jessie) Boyette and Steve (Lindsey) Boyette and great nephews Hudson and Lennox Boyette. She loved those little boys and delighted in getting...

Vernon E. Krueger, age 90 of Appleton, passed away December 5, 2018. He was born March 1, 1928. He met Betty in 1942 and they were married in February 1949 at Memorial Presbyterian Church.  After graduating high school, he worked at many jobs but made a career as a Felt Maker for Appleton Mills. He retired from there in 1990 and went on to work at Community First C.U. Vernon enjoyed deer hunting season and traveling throughout the U.S. Vernon is survived by his daughter; Connie...

On Saturday, December 1st, 2018, a very good man, Donald LeRoy Anthony Page, passed away at the age of 88.  Don and his bride of 64 years, Ruth Ann Manross, raised four children in Appleton, Wisconsin, and have immensely enjoyed their 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.  Don was the apple of his mother's eye, and he wanted it noted here that Cora Louise Page was a wonderful, loving mother.  Don served stateside in the Army during the Korean War.  After...

Elvie Jepson, 75, died November 26, 2018 at Manor Care Nursing Home, Appleton. She was born in Cook, MN on April 5, 1943, daughter of the late Archie and Helmi (Musakka) Pajari. Elvie married William Jepson on November 24, 1960.   Elvie grew up in Northern Minnesota, where she enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing and boating. She enjoyed reading and crafting. Her greatest enjoyment came from time spent with her family.   Elvie is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Bill; their...

Debra AJ Hartzheim (Bavinck) age 48, of Arizona passed away on November 25, 2018 due to ongoing health issues. Debra’s interests included;  stuffed animals, especially panda bears, the warmth, her jewelry, and traveling. She loved her job in the hospital and helping people whenever she could.  She also loved her nieces and nephews very dearly. Debra is survived by her mother; Charlotte Bavinck, sisters; Rebecca (Paul) Bavinck, Diana Peterson, and Georgianna (Eric) King. One...

David James "Dow" VanDaalwyk, 67, of Appleton, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 25, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Appleton following a short illness.  He was born at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton on September 12, 1951 a son of Jacob “Jake” and Cecelia (Butler) VanDaalwyk.   Dow coached Little League, Babe Ruth and Legion baseball teams. He holds the record for 56 wins in a row. He also coached basketball at St Mary Central in the...

Corey Anthony “Sparkplug” Reed, 23 of Kimberly Wisconsin, was set free at St. Elizabeth on November 25, 2018.  Corey was born on February 22, 1995 in Wisconsin Rapids.  Beloved son of Todd of Janesville, and Lori (Bunker) Reed of Kimberly.  He was a grandson of Thomas, Linda Lou Bunker, Bonnie Ahlert, and Tom Reed.  He was a brother to Nathan (Anna), Emily, Tyler, and Azzy Lee (foster brother).  An uncle to Ryan and Gracie.  Corey graduated from...

  Anthony Peter “Andy” Jacobson, 45, passed away peacefully with family and friends by his side on Saturday November 24 at home following a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Appleton on July 14, 1973, son of Neil and the late Claudette (Hupf) Jacobson. Andy married Melinda “Mindy” Speener on May 12, 2001.   Andy was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved sharing his passions for hunting and fishing with all who were willing to learn....