Current Obituaries

Henry Krokosky Jr., 79, Appleton, passed away peacefully at home Monday, April 6, 2026.  Here are some of his final words from his well-known paper box briefcase: “ 'Born on a mountain top in Tennessee/Greenest state in the land of the free/Raised in the woods so's he knew ev’ry tree/Kilt him a b’ar when he was only three’ ... no, no, they won't believe this is for a left-handed Polack. Born and raised in southwestern Connecticut - leading edge of the Baby ...

James “Jim” Kasten 65, passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2026.  Jim was born on April 2, 1961, to Lawrence and Josephine (Mischke) Kasten in Appleton. He graduated from Appleton West.  He worked in maintenance at St. Edward and St. Pius X Catholic Churches, RR Donnelley, the Appleton Y and, most recently, Jack’s Maintenance Service. Jim enjoyed railroads, model trains and photography.  He also enjoyed being in nature, canoeing, traveling, hiking or ...

Travis Wagner, age 35, of Green Bay, WI, passed away on Fri Apr 3, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.  Travis Robert Wagner was born on Jan 15, 1991, in Washington State.  In 1992 the family moved to Green Bay, WI, where Travis grew up and graduated from Bayport High School in 2009.  After graduating, Travis attended college at the University of Minnesota.  In 2013 Travis answered God’s call to his heart and dedicated the rest of his life to freely ...

Robert “Bob” Nicholas Schmidt, age 81, passed on April 2, 2026. He was born in Appleton on August 30, 1944 to the late John and Clara (Griesbach) Schmidt. Robert served in the Army National Guard from 1964 – 1970. On October 28, 1978 he married Barbara (DeLeeuw) at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Appleton. Bob graduated from St. Edward School in Mackville in 1958 and graduated from Hortonville High School in 1962. Bob worked as a truck driver for 23 years in Appleton ...

Jacqueline “Jackie” L. Ratelle, age 30, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. She was born on September 2, 1995 to Dean and Cheryl (Casper) Ratelle. With heavy hearts and deep love, we remember a vibrant soul whose creativity and laughter left a lasting mark on everyone she met. Jackie graduated from Waukesha North High School in 2014, carrying with her a passion for life that was impossible to miss. An artist in every sense of the word, she found beauty in all mediums; ...

Mauricio Villalpando Rojas Jr, passed away on April 1, 2026. Mauricio is survived by his parents Mauricio Villalpando and Maria Rojas, his siblings; Kimberly Villalpando Rojas, Erinque Villalpando Rojas, Judith Villalpando Rojas and Milagros Villalpando Rojas, and other relatives. The funeral Mass for Mauricio will be held on Friday, April 10, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church, 213 E. Wisconsin Ave., Appleton. 

Glenn J. Achterberg, age 74, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026. A full obituary to be published as it is available. 

It is with deep sadness and in memory of a kind, caring and funny person who made others feel special that we announce the passing of Patricia Anne Hartnett, 76, of Appleton, WI. Pat, as she was known to family and friends, was born May 19, 1949, and raised in Chicago, the daughter of Frances Leo Harnett and Janice Marie (Jochum) Harnett. While born in Chicago, she had many addresses during her life, before settling down in the quiet countryside of Appleton with her husband, Greg. For the ...

Allen W. Bradley, age 71, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026 in Oshkosh, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents: Everett and Violet Bradley; and his siblings: Susan Bradley and Richard Bradley.

  Our beloved mother, Katherine Grace Wagner passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026 surrounded by her loving family in her home in Appleton, WI, at the age of 99.6.  She was never selfish, always thinking of others, a source of endless laughter and the heart of our family. Katy was born on August 31st, 1926.  She met her Dear husband, Leroy, at a roller rink, and they married April 17, 1947 after his service in World War II. They shared 57 years of marriage before his ...