Shawano Area Obituaries

Mildred R. “Milly” (Schultz) Gross, 98, a lifelong resident of Shawano, passed away Dec. 12, 2013, while staying at her son and daughter-in-law’s (Karl and Lucy) in Novi, Michigan. A cremation and funeral service was held Dec. 18 in Novi attended by family and many of Milly’s Michigan friends.

Milly was born July 1, 1915, to William E. Schultz, a German immigrant and a longtime Shawano barber, and Ella W. (Schulz) Schultz. Milly had two younger sisters, Verna (Henning) and Marcella (Marceil). Milly attended the old Lincoln School and vividly remembered the day it burned down and how scary it looked through the smoke and mist.

Milly met her future husband, Gerhard (Tubby) Gross, at Shawano High School on Franklin Street and together they attended her junior prom. After graduating from high school in 1932, she attended Oshkosh Business College. Milly returned to Shawano and began working for the Relief Department, which was originally located above the old Lauerman’s department store. Later it became the Public Welfare Department and was located on East Fifth Street just off Main Street.

On May 9, 1937, Milly and Tubby were married and shortly thereafter began to raise their family. Milly was a full-time mother, homemaker, an excellent cook, baker, seamstress and companion to Tubby. Milly was an active member of the Shawano Historical Society and served as the secretary for many years as well as serving on the board of directors. In 1979 she was the 42nd member to be awarded with a life membership in the Shawano County Historical Society. In 1969 both Milly and Tubby became members of the Neville Museum Geology Club in Green Bay. Milly served on the board of directors for the club, and both she and Tubby helped organize and participate in many shows and “rock hound” field trips sponsored by the club. Milly enjoyed attending plays at the Mielke Theater, Shawano High School band concerts, Sweet Adeline and barbershop concerts, and art fairs both near and far.

Milly and Tubby traveled all over the country visiting their children, cousins, longtime friends they had grown up with and new friends they had made in the rock club. In her later years she loved to play Scrabble, most often with her sister Verna, but she would take on all comers. Her mind never faltered and she was always a source for “what happened when” not only in her family’s lives but in the history of Shawano. She was often kidded about having the first piece of tin foil she ever used, but in fact she did still use her original sewing machine, from 1937, well into her 90s. She used the same waffle iron for 75 years — they don’t make waffle irons like that anymore and they don’t make moms like Milly anymore either; well, they probably still do, it’s just that we all miss her greatly.

Milly was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Tubby; her two sisters, Marcella and Verna; a son, William; and son-in-law, Larry Davis.

She is survived by four children, Virginia Davis, Mary (Dave) Christianson, Karl (Lucy) Gross, Walter (Mary Redman) Gross. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

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Eugene Lee Peterson, 89, of Shawano, passed away peacefully on July 25 at Sheridan Medical hospice in Kenosha after a brief struggle with colorectal cancer. Eugene (“Pete” or “Buddy”) was born on July 21, 1925, in Shawano to John Peterson and Ella Lund, daughter of John Lund, formerly a large property owner in Shawano County and founder of Lund’s Corners.

Eugene was awarded a Purple Heart during World War II, where he was one of the first soldiers gravely wounded in the Forager Campaign at the Battle of Peleliu with the U.S. Marine Corps 1st Division. He met his future wife, Eleanora R. Chiappetta, in Milwaukee in 1943 and they married on Feb. 8, 1947, in her hometown of Kenosha. While raising their four children, he worked for 38 years as a foreman with the Wisconsin Gas Company. After his retirement to Lunds in 1986, Pete enjoyed hunting, fishing and raising Christmas trees and bees on the family property. He also bought and restored a Model A Ford and renovated his former family home in Lunds. During this time, Eleanora (“Ellie”) was commander of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Disabled American Veterans, and both Pete and Ellie attended statewide meetings for several years.

Eugene is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Eleanora; sister, Arlene (Curtis Grunewald, deceased); brother, Roland (Gladys, deceased); and four children, Susan (Rev. Dr. Robert Neuhaus, deceased) of Oyster Bay, New York, John (Ann), of Middleton, Bruce (Jill), of Crystal Lake, Illinois, and Brian (Carl Dye), of Chicago. He is further survived by grandchildren Robert, Daniel, Cole and Brett; his loving nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends.

His sisters, Joyce Johnson, Margaret Duncan (Leonard Duncan) and June Leipold (Herbert Leipold), and their husbands, have preceded him in death.

A service to remember and celebrate his life will be held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12, at Zion Lutheran Church in Shawano. Pastor Gisele Berninghaus will officiate. Visitation will be from 10-11:30 a.m. at the church on Tuesday. Private family inurnment will be held at Jerusalem Cemetery.

Lunds Mickelson Funeral and Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the Peterson family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.mickelsonfs.com.

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Melda C. Kersten, 92, of Caroline, passed away Thursday, July 31, 2014, at the Shawano Medical Center.

The Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Clintonville, is assisting the family.

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Harold Mauritz, 87, of Tigerton, passed away Friday, Aug. 1, 2014, at the Homme Home of Wittenberg.

The Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Tigerton, is assisting the family.

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Mary Lynn Gwidt, 55, Oconto Falls, died unexpectedly of natural causes July 24, 2014, at her home. The daughter of Adam and Ione (Moesch) Gwidt was born in Pulaski on July 3, 1959.

Mary Lynn had been employed at Carver Yacht in Pulaski and then for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, where she was involved with the gypsy moth studies.

Mary Lynn was a small animal 4-H leader in Oconto County. She loved animals and trained goats, chickens and dogs. She especially loved collies. Her longtime dream was to raise goats and have a goat dairy. She was a great single parent and was proud of her son, daughter and grandchildren.

Mary Lynn inherited the Gwidt gene and had a green thumb. She loved to grow large pumpkins for the grandchildren, pumpkins in which she carved their names. She also hosted Easter egg hunts for the kids.

Mary Lynn loved camping at Boulder Lake. Trips to the Nicolet Forest for the “Charlie Brown Christmas tree” were an annual event.

She is survived by her son, Ken (Kim) Fischer, and their children, Kali, Karli and Kullen, Spruce; her daughter, Correna (Doug) Krejcarek, and their children, Caitlyn, Hanna and Alec, Abrams; two sisters and five brothers, Patricia Gwidt, Legend Lake, Gary (Kathy) Gwidt, Mequon, Sue (Tom) Kapla, Sobieski, Tom (Patty) Gwidt, Krakow, Mike (Theresa) Gwidt, Pulaski, Tim (Mary) Gwidt, Green Bay, Steve (Lynn) Gwidt, Pulaski; one sister-in-law, Tracy Gwidt, Green Bay; several nieces and nephews; and her godson, Chris Kapla.

Mary Lynn was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Dennis Gwidt; one nephew, Jeffrey Gwidt; and one brother-in-law, Jerry Pawelczyk.

Friends may call at Marnocha Funeral Home, Pulaski, from 2-5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1. The funeral service will be held at 5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Bob Konkol, O.F.M., officiating.

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Harry H. Deering, 78, formerly of Pulcifer, passed away on Sunday evening, July 27, 2014, at Maple Lane Health Care Center in Shawano.

Harry was born on Jan. 5, 1936, in the town of Underhill, Oconto County, a son of the late Edward and Adelia (Karstedt) Deering.

He attended the Gillett schools and later entered the United States Army, serving his country from April 8, 1954, until Feb. 11, 1956. He was stationed in Korea and worked as a heavy equipment operator. Upon returning from service, Harry moved to Milwaukee and worked as a commercial painter.

On April 4, 1959, Harry was united in marriage to the former Lois Ann Zippel. Following their marriage the couple briefly moved to California, then returned to Milwaukee, where they stayed until 1969. They decided to leave Milwaukee and bought a farm in Underhill. Harry stayed active on the farm until 1985 but continued painting until he was in his late 70s.

Harry was a very social person who enjoyed visiting with relatives and friends. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. Harry always made family a priority. He served as a member of the Underhill Volunteer Fire Department. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Hintz.

Harry is survived by his loving children, Janine (Dale) Spies-Deering, of Little Suamico, Sherry Schultz, of De Pere, and Wayne (Pam) Deering, of Suring; five grandchildren; and one great-grandson. He is further survived by a brother, Arthur Deering, of Milwaukee, and a sister, Elaine Arneson, of the town of Green Valley.

Harry was preceded in death by three brothers, Hugo, Rhinehold,and Walter Deering, and two sisters, Emma Lockstein and Sophie Horsens.

A memorial service for Harry Deering will be held on Friday, Aug. 1, 2014, at 12 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, Hintz. Pastor Michael Paholke will officiate. Inurnment will be in the Underhill Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at Christ Lutheran Church, Hintz on Friday from 11 a.m. until the hour of service.

Mickelson Funeral and Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with the service arrangements.

The family would like to thank the staff at Maple Lane Health Care Center in Shawano for the compassion and care they provided Harry during his stay with them.

Online condolences may be shared at www.mickelsonfs.com.

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Milan Henry Kersten, 83, of Wittenberg, died on Sunday, July 27, 2014, at Ministry St. Clare’s Hospital, Weston. He was born on Feb. 24, 1931, in the town of Wittenberg, the son of the late Henry and Anna (Harke) Kersten.

Milan was a United States Army veteran, serving in the Korean War from 1951-1953. He was a member of the Bloecher-Johnson American Legion Post 502 for more than 50 years. On Oct. 1, 1955, Milan was united in marriage to Vian Long in Wittenberg. She survives. Milan worked at the former Morning Glory Farms of Wittenberg for 43 years, retiring in 1993. He was a volunteer fireman for the Wittenberg Fire Department for many years, retiring in 1991. He was also a member of the Wittenberg Fish and Game Club, and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Milan was a faithful member of Redeemer Lutheran Church Wittenberg and loved people and having fun. He also had the honor to attend the Never Forgotten Honor Flight on Oct. 22, 2012.

Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Vian, Wittenberg; two sons, Tom (Karen) Kersten, Eland, and Tim (Dawn) Kersten, Marshfield; four grandchildren, Brian (Lindsey) Kersten, Mosinee, Stephanie (Mike) Maciejewski, Pulaski, and Kyle and Travis Kersten, Marshfield; four great-grandchildren, Annabelle and Emilie Maciejewski and August and Archer Kersten. Milan’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren were very important to him.

Milan was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Allen and Rolland; and two sisters, Ardell Lex and Vernetta Kersten.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, 2014, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Wittenberg. The Rev. Amy Meyer will officiate. Interment will be in Forest Home Cemetery, Wittenberg, with military rites conducted by the American Legion. Visitation will be on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service at the church.

Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home, Wittenberg, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

The family guestbook and condolences are available at schmidtschulta.com.

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Harry H. Deering, 78, formerly of Pulcifer, passed away early Sunday evening, July 27, 2014, at Maple Lane Care Center in Shawano.

Funeral services are tentatively scheduled for Friday, Aug. 1, 2014, at 12 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church-Hintz.

A full obituary with updated service dates and times will be published in the Thursday Leader.

Mickelson Funeral and Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the Deering family with the service arrangements.

Online condolences may be shared at www.mickelsonfs.com.

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Eugene L. Peterson, 89, of Lunds, passed away early Friday morning, July 25, 2014, at Sheridan Health and Rehabilitation Center in Kenosha.

A memorial service for Eugene Peterson will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2014, at 11:30 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, Shawano. Pastor Gisele Berninghaus will officiate. Private family inurnment will follow at Jerusalem Lutheran Cemetery, Lunds. Relatives and friends may call at Zion Lutheran Church on Tuesday, Aug. 12, from 10 a.m. until the time of service.

A full obituary with a photo and updated information will be published in the Saturday Leader.

Mickelson Funeral and Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the Peterson family with the service arrangements.

Visit www.mickelsonfs.com for further information.

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Otto C. Kolpack Jr., 85, of Bowler, died on Sunday, July 27, 2014, following a courageous battle with Lewy Body dementia, at the Homme Home of Wittenberg.

He was born July 21, 1929, the son of the late Louise (Fuhrman) and Otto C. Kolpack Sr. in Tigerton and grew up in Bowler on the family farm.

Otto graduated from Bowler High as valedictorian in 1947 and was known for his love of team sports, especially basketball. He continued his education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, earning his Bachelor of Science degree in business administration. Following graduation, he was drafted into the Army, serving his country proudly in the Korean War, earning the Bronze Star. He returned to the U.S. and continued his education in Madison earning a Master of Science degree.

He began his career at Bowler High School as a business education teacher. He later became principal and then administrator of the Bowler School District, retiring in 1989. He loved the many students and teachers he worked with over his long career.

Otto had a strong love for both faith and family. He was a lifelong member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Bowler, serving many years as treasurer.

He married the love of his life, Sally, and they enjoyed nearly 55 years together. He was the loving father of one daughter, Jane (Jon) Brainard, Wausau; doting grandfather to Aimee Miller, Hudson, and stepgrandson Christopher Brainard, Florida; great-grandfather to Ethan and Julian. He is also survived by one brother, Robert Kolpack, of Bowler; exchange students, Marisol (Eduardo) Almendarez, Miami, Florida, and Dirce Santos, of Nashua, New Hampshire; sisters-in-law, Janet Pogrand, Little Chute, Joanne (Clay) Erickson, Waukesha, Sharon Weyenberg, New Mexico; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Mary Jane (Edward) Striker, and one brother in-law, James Weyenberg.

Otto enjoyed spending time at the cabin on Echo Lake, originally owned with his bowling buddies “The 5,” where many hours of fine fishing and card playing was had. His interests included fishing, hunting, bowling, working in the woods, producing maple syrup, reading a good book, gardening, a good picnic and, most of all, spending time with family and friends.

He was active in many civic organizations and a member of American Legion Davenport-Lang 414. He was a former board member of the Homme Home of Wittenberg and later a guardian for many individuals residing there and at the Cady Home in Birnamwood. He was instrumental in bringing Teacher Corps and distance learning to the Bowler School District.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 31, 2014, at Peace Lutheran Church, Tilleda. The Rev. Dennis Creswell will be officiating. Interment will be in Union Cemetery, Tigerton, with military rites conducted by the American Legion. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. at Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home Wittenberg, and again on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. The family guestbook and condolences are available at schmidtschulta.com.

Words cannot express our gratitude to Debbie, Heather and Jane for the love, care and compassion provided to Otto and his family over the last years, allowing him to remain in his beloved home on Kolpack Lane for as long as possible. Additional heartfelt thanks to the staff at the Homme Home for the care received by Otto in his final days.

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Violet O. (Gueths) Kreklow, 88, of Shawano, passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2014, in Shawano. Born and baptized on July 3, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Elsie (Zimdars) Gueths.

Violet was confirmed June 11, 1939, at the Stony Hill St. Paul Lutheran Church by Pastor E.H. Berfiend. On Sept. 29, 1962, she was united in marriage to Melvin “Mike” Kreklow at Stony Hill St. Paul Lutheran Church by Pastor Clausen. Violet was employed for 49 years in retail sales.

Violet is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Lee and Linda Kreklow, of Tigerton; her granddaughters, Bethany Lee and Mary Lynn Kreklow, both at home; her sister, DeLila Clark, of Shawano; as well as numerous nieces and nephews, including a special niece, Judy.

Violet was preceded in death by her husband, Mike; her parents; her brother, Arnold “Arnie” Gueths; and her sister, Delia, in infancy.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 1, 2014, at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano. Burial will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to the American Cancer Society or the National Kidney Foundation.

Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Warren A. “Jim” Born, 89, of Bonduel, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2014, in Shawano. Born on Sept. 14, 1924, in Green Bay, he was the son of the late Art Manthei and the late Violet Born.

Jim was united in marriage to Margaret Kranning on Feb. 19, 1949. They made their home in the town of Washington for nine years and then moved to their farm in the town of Hartland in 1960, where he resided for the rest of his life. Jim enjoyed spending time with dog Keta, playing Sheep head, reading his Bible, taking rides and spending time with his grandchildren.

Jim is survived by his daughters, Jeannie Sadler, of Shawano, and Joy (Ken) Seitler, of Gillett; his son, Sheldon (Barb) Born, of Bonduel; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; a brother, Wayne (Janet) Manthie, of Cecil; and a sister, Sharon (Phill) Bennett, of Sun Prairie.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents and an infant son.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, 2014, at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Bonduel with the Rev. Timothy Shoup officiating. Visitation will be held at Swedberg-Wendt Funeral Home in Bonduel on Monday, July 28, from 4-8 p.m. and again Tuesday from 1 p.m. until the time of the service at the church. Burial will be in the St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery.

Swedberg-Wendt Funeral Home in Bonduel is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Barbara Frechette-Kelley, 78, passed away Thursday evening, July 24, 2014, in Gresham. Born on Nov. 5, 1935, in Keshena, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Sarah (Irving) Frechette.

On Nov. 15, 1986, Barbara was united in marriage to Ellsworth A. Kelley. He preceded her in death in 1989. Living most of her life in the Keshena area, she was active in the community. Barbara worked as the Menominee County treasurer for over 30 years. Barbara served as the president of the Menominee Indian School Board and served as vice chair of the Menominee Tribe. She was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and she was a member of Schoenstatt.

Barbara is survived by her son, Reynold Frechette Sr., of Keshena; her grandchildren, Billy Jo (Jake) Frechette, of Gresham, Jennifer Marie (Jesse) Frechette, of Keshena, and Reynold Frechette Jr.; and seven great-grandchildren.

Barbara is preceded in death by her husband, Ellsworth; parents; brothers and sisters, Francis Frechette Sr., Charles Frechette, Ruth King,and Lois Vigue.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 28, 2014, at the St. Anthony Catholic Church in Neopit with the Rev. David McElroy, O. Priem, officiating. Burial will be at the St. Anthony Catholic cemetery. Visitation will be after 6 p.m. Friday, July 25, 2014, at the Billy Jo Frechette residence, 1010 Bartelt St., in Gresham until the procession leaves for the church on Monday.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Loraine A. Grosskopf, 93, of Shawano, passed away Monday morning, July 21, 2014, at the Wisconsin Veterans Home in King. The former Loraine Stoehr was born Sept. 13, 1920, one of 13 children born to the late Joseph and Theresa (Weber) Stoehr.

Loraine was born in Gresham and enjoyed life growing up on her family’s farm. After graduating from Gresham High School, she continued her education by attending the Oshkosh Teachers College. After earning her teaching degree, she taught in Colgate, Tilleda, Leopolis and later in Navarino. During World War II, she worked for the United States War Department as an artillery inspector in Baraboo.

She was united in marriage to Leonard (Lee) Grosskopf on June 21, 1947, and together they built their home on the Caroline Pond in 1956. There she enjoyed raising her children, hosting family gatherings, gardening and spending time on the pond. Loraine was a member of St Mary’s Catholic Church in Marion. In 1992, Lee and Loraine moved to Shawano, where she attended church at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, volunteered with the auxiliary and hospice, and enjoyed her many friendships at Elizabeth Manor. Loraine lived life to the fullest and loved spending time with family and friends. She especially enjoyed playing cards, watching the Packers, parties at the cabin and joining in the fun at the many camp outs she attended. She will surely be missed, but she will mostly be celebrated for her life.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Greg (Judy) Grosskopf, of Red Granite, Dan Grosskopf, of Marion, Jeff (Donette) Grosskopf, of New London, Cynthia “Sid” (Doug) Burich, of Weston, Scott (Mary “Mur”) Grosskopf, of Waupaca, and Chris Grosskopf, of Kingsford, Michigan; 11 grandchildren, Michelle Hanford, Kate (Nick) Hurst, Neal Grosskopf, Bekah (Wesley) Tsai, Rachel (Scott) Seroka, Ruthie Burich, Reilly (Dan) Cordy, Joe (Bri) Grosskopf, Cory, Andrea and Evan Grosskopf; seven great-grandchildren, Makayla, Liam, Harper, Julia Loraine, Gavin, Siena and Reese; two brothers in-law, Fred Griep and Roy Fahly; two sisters in-law, Janice and Jane Grosskopf. Loraine is further survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee, on Nov. 7, 2001, as well as her six brothers and six sisters and five brothers- and sisters-in-laws.

A memorial service for Loraine Grosskopf will he held on Tuesday, July 29, at 11 a.m. at Mickelson Funeral and Cremation Service of Shawano. The Rev. Luke Ferris will officiate. Private Inurnment will take place at a later date. Relatives and friends may call at Mickelson Funeral Service on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the hour of service.

In lieu of flowers and plants, the family has requested donations to the charity of your choice in the name of Loraine Grosskopf.

Online condolences may be shared at www. mickelsonfs.com.

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Eugene L. Peterson, 89, of Lunds, passed away Friday morning, July 25, 2014, at Sheridan Health and Rehabilitation Center in Kenosha.

Funeral service arrangements are pending and will be announced next week.

Mickelson Funeral &Cremation Service Inc. of Shawano is assisting the Peterson family with the service arrangements.

Online condolences may be shared at www.mickelsonfs.com.

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William M. Pyawasay Sr., 89, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2014, in Keshena.

William was born in Keshena on Nov. 27, 1924, to the late Mitchell and Pauline (LaFrambois) Pyawasay. William enlisted in the Navy and served in World War II on the U.S.S Harrison. William was united in marriage to Jacqualine M. Menore on June 13, 1946. In 1957, they moved the family to Milwaukee, where they lived until retirement in 1980, when they moved back to Keshena. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, crossword puzzles and reading, especially westerns. William was an extremely smart man and talented artist and has a painting hanging in the Milwaukee Museum.

William is survived by his daughters, Elaine (Greg) Martinez, Donna R. (Tony) Alvarez, Shelley (Russell) Conjurski, Twila (Jarvis) Pyawasay, Debbie (Mark) Sopa, Dawn (Chris) Pyawasay, Dawn M. Lawe and Mona Pyawasay; and his sons, Clayton (Twila) Neconish, Arvin (Vera) Pyawasay, Nash J. “Menot” Pyawasay and Donald Fonds. He is further survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, including special great-great-grandchild Evan.

William was preceded in death by his wife, Jacqualine; his parents; two sons, Preston and William Jr.; a brother, Earl Wescott; and a sister, JoAnne Pyawasay.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 26, 2014, at the St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Neopit with the Rev. David McElroy, O. Praem, officiating. Burial will be in the Rest Haven Cemetery with military rites conducted by the Menominee Veterans. Visitation will held at the Pyawasay residence, N897 Knote Road, Keshena, after 4 p.m. Thursday, July 24, 2014, until the funeral procession leaves for the church at 9:30 a.m. Saturday.

Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Elliott T. West, 31, passed away suddenly on Friday, July 18, 2014. He was born on Dec. 25, 1982, in Appleton, to Michael and Gloria (Gwost) West.

Elliott graduated from Appleton North High School in 2001, and went on to attend and graduate from Humboldt University in 2006.

As a child, Elliott was full of joy and energy. He was a trendsetter and known for his outgoing personality. Elliott was a brilliant young man with the unique ability to remember trivia in a variety of disciplines. Although Elliott struggled with addiction, he continued to be the caring, generous and loving young man that his family knew and loved.

In recent years, Elliott’s true passion was working as a dog trainer and caretaker. He also worked at DuTriRun as an operations assistant. He could communicate with dogs in a way that was unique to Elliott. Whether it was with his own dogs, Neo and River, or a dog at the park, Elliott developed a bond.

Elliott had an incredible gift of memory. He used this gift to memorize sports statistics, lines from movies and hold on to memories from years past. Elliott enjoyed music, dancing and disc golfing.

Although not religious, Elliott was deeply spiritual. He maintained a special connection with the land and the world around him. He never hesitated to challenge the status quo, but always embraced and accepted the thoughts and beliefs of others.

Elliott was always there for those he loved. He always said “I love you” and gave the most comforting hugs. His gentle and thoughtful affection and his smile touched the lives of friends and family.

Elliott is survived by his parents, Michael (Mark) Eugene West, of Appleton; Gloria (Gary Youso) Anne West, of De Pere; his daughter; siblings, Jeremy (Erin) West, of Chanhassen, Minnesota, and Ben (Erin) West along with their unborn child, of Appleton; step siblings, Scott (Abigale VanDam) Veith and Tessa (Mitch) Loewe, along with their children, Dylan and Amiah, of Sherwood; paternal grandfather, Arvin Schrank, of Shawano; maternal aunts and uncles, Doug (Mary Lou) Gwost, Darlene (William) Starr, James (Jo) Gwost, Kevin (Marlene) Gwost, Alan (Lori) Gwost, Reggie Gwost, Mary (Steven) Spaulding, Martin Gwost, Chrissy (Daniel) Haggerty; paternal aunt and uncle, Deb (Steve) Olufs; many cousins and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Patricia (West) Schrank and Ralph West, and Doris and Walter Gwost; niece, Estella West; and uncle, Robert Gwost.

A memorial service for Elliott will be held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 29, 2014, at the Fox Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2600 E. Philip Lane, Appleton. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Oshkosh Area Humane Society or the Morrison County Humane Society.

Also, please consider participating in the Rethink Addiction Run/Walk in Oshkosh on Sept. 13. Information may be found at www.dutrirun.com. In celebration of his favorite color (pink), we ask that those who chose to celebrate his life with us to wear pink.

Online condolences may be offered at www.wichmannfargo.com.

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Shirley Ann Welcing, 79, of Bonduel, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2014.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 25, 2014, at the St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cecil with the Rev. Luke Ferris officiating. Visitation will be on Friday, July 25, 2014, from 9 a.m. until time of service. Burial will be in the St. Martin’s Catholic parish cemetery.

Swedberg-Wendt Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

www.swedbergfuneralhome.com

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Mitchell “Ed” Edward Elm, 72, entered into the spirit world on July 8, 2014.

Born on March 12, 1942, in Red Springs to Bertha Elm (McGee) and Mitchell Elm Jr., Mitchell lived in Northern California for the past few decades and passed away in Ukiah, California. Although he left this world through the taking of his own life, he is a survivor—having fought a long battle with a brain disease (bipolar disorder) and living much longer than most who have this condition.

He was loved by many people and animals and known for his humor, fun-loving spirit, compassion, wisdom, generosity and suspender-wearing. He loved playing the guitar and making people laugh.

He will be missed by his favorite niece, Jessica LePak; his surviving siblings, Patsy Delgado, Lawrence Elm, Valerie Vallejo, Richard Elm, Ivan Elm, Raymond Elm, Jeff Elm, Mary Elm, Howard Elm and his baby sister and conservator, Frances “Fran Pan” Elm; as well as his children, Lori Ann Sura, Bill Elm, Tracie Winston and Michelle Gerolaga; multiple in-laws, including caregiver Senia Bruno; grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Judy.

Mitchell will rest in love and peace next to his mother, Bertha Elm, and his nephew, T.J. Elm, in the Oneida Methodist Church Cemetery in De Pere. An intimate service will be held on July 26, 2014, at 1 p.m. at the church cemetery.

In Mitchell’s honor, it is asked that you please consider your views on homelessness and mental health by giving a dollar to or talking with a homeless person without judgment and reading or listening to the books “In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts” and “An Unquiet Mind.”

Please go to www.ryanfh.com to send online condolences to the family.

The Ryan Funeral Home of De Pere is assisting the family locally.

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Mildred “Mickie” Blum, 85, formerly of Cecil, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2014, in Shawano.

Mildred was born on April 28, 1929, to the late Frank and Cecilia (Kaufman) Kloewer in Harlan, Iowa. On Feb. 7, 1950, she married Albert J. Blum in West Phalia, Iowa. He preceded her in death July 2009. Mildred was a member of St. Martin Catholic Church in Cecil. Her greatest love was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and being able to go to watch them participate in their activities. She enjoyed quilting, growing flowers and playing cards with family and friends. Mickie always enjoyed driving for the Amish. She loved watching on TV the Brewers, the Cardinals and the Milwaukee Bucks.

She is survived by her eight children, Gary (Diane) Blum, Cecil, Cynthia (Lenny) Herm, Green Bay, Martha (Dave) Whorrall, New Holstein, Edward (Gale) Blum, Bonduel, Mary (John) DeBauch, Cecil, Karen (Jerry) Patenaude, Green Bay, Diane (Randy) Lohff, Shawano, and Ronald Blum, Green Bay; 22 grandchildren, Scott (Angela) Blum, Chris (Ainsley) Blum, Deana Blum, Derek (Samantha) Blum, Annie Herm (Mario Charles), Joe Herm (fiancee, Marie), Kim (Todd) Singleton, Erin (Jose) Rodriguez, Jamie (Kris) Walta, Pamela (Mikel) Lauber, Matt (Rachel) Blum, Joseph (Alysa) Blum, Andy (Marin) DeBauch, Adam, Ashley and Aaron DeBauch, Greg (Kari) Patenaude, Becca (Taylor) Brown, Melissa (Luke) Wojcik, Kevin (Mindy) Lohff, Katherine and Daniel Lohff; 18 great-grandchildren, Tyler, Morgan, Jamison, Lexi, Chris, Finn, Rory Mae, Noah, Eliza, Abigail, Natali, Nora, Maggie, Avery, Levi, Myra, Henry and Brody; and she was waiting for the arrival of three new great-grandchildren.

She is further survived by her sisters, Marlene Eggerling, Colorado, Judy (Carl) Peters, Iowa, Joyce Schaben (friend, Joe Wageman), Nebraska; brothers, Richard (Alice) Kloewer, Colorado, and Duane (Linda) Kloewer, Alabama; and sister-in-law, Bernice Rauterkus, Wisconsin.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Al; a great grandson, Dominic; a sister, Irene Blum; in-laws, Herbert (Marie) Blum, Antilla (Fritz) Winger, Esther Blum and Leonard Rauterkus.

Funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2014, at 11 a.m. at St. Martin Catholic Church in Cecil with the Rev. Luke Ferris officiating. Family and friends may call at the church on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Entombment will be held at Sacred Heart Mausoleum in Shawano.

Zastrow Funeral Home is assisting the family.

The family would like to thank Kindred Hearts in Shawano and ThedaCare Hospice for the wonderful care of Mom.

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