Current Obituaries

Jonathan David Lane, 37, passed away unexpectedly on Monday September 14th, 2020, due to a lifelong battle with mental illness. Jonathan, known to most as Shorty, was born on October 3rd, 1982 in Chicago Illinois to the late Diane E. Rachfal (Gary J. Hammen) and David R. Lane. At a young age Diane moved herself and her 3 children to Appleton, WI. Jon lived most of life then in the Fox Valley area and a brief time In Louisiana with Mama Sonia and her family. Jon was a handy man, jack of...

James Maximilian Swetlik, 23, of Appleton, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 11, 2020. He was born on September 22, 1996 in Appleton, WI, the loving and loved son of James and Emily (Mrotek) Swetlik.  He enjoyed attending Appleton private (St. Bernadette) and Appleton Public Schools (Huntley, Franklin, Roosevelt) in childhood and graduated from Appleton North in 2015.     James loved to serve others and was a proud member of the National Guard. After...

  Lawrence Edward Thull, 76, passed away on Tuesday September 8, 2020 at ThedaCare Hospital in Appleton.  He was born on July 4, 1944 in Waukau.   The son of Nick and Viola (Hill) Thull.  On May 10, 1999 he married Dianne Plemel at St. Pius X in Appleton.   Lawrence enjoyed hunting, fishing, four wheeling, crossword puzzles, having a glass of wine and traveling,  He was also a big Brewers, Packers, and Badgers fan.   Lawrence especially...

Shirley Anne Strong, 82, of Appleton, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2020 at Care Partners in Hortonville.  She was born June 15, 1938 to Anthony and Sarah (Rymer) Orlando in Peshtigo, WI.  Shirley married Arthur L. Strong on December 22, 1956; he preceded her in death in June 2002. Shirley worked at K-Mart and the airport gift shop.  She was a member of First English Lutheran Church for many years. Shirley is survived by her five children:  Dan (Sherrie) Strong,...

Norman E. Powers, of Greenville, age 84, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2020, at his home surrounded by his family.  He was born on January 14, 1936, in Shiocton, Wisconsin, the son of the late Maurice and Viola Powers.  Norm graduated from Shiocton High School in 1954.  He was a Staff Sergeant in the Army Reserves for six years. On July 11, 1964, he married Joyce Thorson.  Norm was a faithful member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Greenville for 56 years.  He...

James Willard Felton, age 83, of Appleton, WI sadly passed away from natural causes on September 4, 2020.  Jim was born on July 8, 1937 in Appleton to the late John and Pearl (Coon) Felton. He attended Appleton West High School and graduated in 1956.   He married Shelby Spaude on August 2, 1958 at Emanuel United Methodist Church, Appleton WI.  Shelby and Jim had a wonderful 62 years of marriage.  Jim worked with his father and brother Ken for over 40 years at Valley...

Robert Milton Petsel, was born to eternal life on September 03, 2020, at the age of 88.  Son of Ernest Milton and Christine Petsel, brother to Ronald (Martie) and Marvin (Barb) Petsel, father to Stuart (Sherry) and Doug (Renee) Petsel, and Karen Hearden.  Grandfather to Keegan, Brice and Trista Petsel, Sean, Anthony and Kelise Hearden.  Bob also leaves behind many friends and family members. Bob’s devoted life partner, Betty Spangenberg, has been his greatest support and...

David Karl Eggert February 14, 1947 – September 2, 2020 On the evening of September 2nd 2020, Dave was called home by God and passed away peacefully at his up-north home on Legend Lake.  A loving husband, supportive dad, and joyous grandpa, Dave will be dearly missed by his wife Nancy of 48 years, son Kevin and his wife Crystal, as well as his cherished grandson Aiden.  Dave is also survived by his sister-in-law Eileen, nephew Zach, niece Katie and numerous cousins. ...

Merle Eugene Brimmer 89, passed away September 1, 2020 at ThedaCare Hospital In Appleton. Merle was the first- born son to Lorena (Mack) and Walter Brimmer on June 6, 1931 in Reedsburg Wisconsin.  He later married Helen Schaefer.  In his younger years he loved to hunt and fish.  Merle was also an avid gardener and a past member of the Fox Valley Bonsai Society.  He served on the Fox Valley Area Labor council and Retirees Club for many years.   Merle was a...

Donald Patrick Reinke, 71 years old, born December 28, 1948, found peace August 20, 2020. Don graduated from Kaukauna High School in 1968 and enlisted in the Army that summer. He served his country from 1968-1970 which included a tour in Vietnam. Don was a millwright at various paper mills in the Fox Valley area. He loved nature and the outdoors and sitting around the campfire enjoying a beer or soda or two. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and gardener. Donnie loved his kitties. Don is...