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Local Obituaries for Ryan Funeral Home and Crematory
Randy D. Matson
July 13, 2026
Randolph D. Matson, 75, passed away at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on July 13, 2026. He was born in Oklahoma on February 5, 1951, to the late Erling Matson and Delia Metoxen.
Randy graduated from Wittenberg High School in 1969. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He served overseas during the Vietnam Era. After leaving...
Richard "Rick" J. Klika
July 12, 2026
Richard “Rick” J. Klika, 70, Green Bay, passed away July 12, 2026, at his home. Rick was born September 22, 1955, to the late Gerald and Joan (Thibodeau) Klika.
He married Debra Vandehei on October 16, 1976, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Green Bay. Richard worked in the restaurant and service industry. In 1998, Rick and Debi purchased Chambers Hill...
Gerald "Crispy" Christopherson
July 11, 2026
Gerald Clarence Christopherson, 75, passed away at home in Abrams on July 11th, 2026. Jerry was born November 3, 1950, to Clarence and Eleanor (Kleczewski) Christopherson. They resided in the Pulaski area.
Jerry attended Pulaski high school and left to pursue his music career with Sidekicks band where he sang, played lead guitar and mandolin. Jerry had 2 main passions in...
Christina A. Cook
July 11, 2026
Christina A. Cook, 80, De Pere began her heavenly journey on July 11, 2026, with her loving family by her side. Chris was born in Forfar, Scotland on February 12, 1946, to John and Margaret McEwan Williamina Fullerton.
She met her husband David while he was stationed in Scotland and they united in marriage on May 16, 1964, at East Parish...
Rose Mary Coenen
July 9, 2026
Rose Mary (Aerts) Coenen, 70, of De Pere, WI passed away surrounded by loving family. Today we’re saddened by the loss of our wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend. Rose was born to the late Alfred and Dorothy (Klika) Aerts on July 16th, 1955. She graduated from Wrightstown High School and Wisconsin School of Cosmetology. On June 7th, 1980, she...
Christina L. Charles
July 8, 2026
Christina Lynn Charles, 59, passed away unexpectedly on July 8, 2026. She was born in Green Bay, WI on December 12, 1966, to Arthur and Leona Charles.
She will be missed by her children, who will always remember her by the stories they will tell. Her life came with many struggles, but she loved life. She loved everyone and genuinely cared...
Clarence "Big C" William Kornowske
July 8, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Clarence “Big C” William Kornowske, who passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at the age of 81.
He was born on July 12, 1944, in Bellevue to the late Albert and Ella (Schmidt) Kornowske.
Big C grew up on the family farm, where he went swimming, fishing, and milked cows.
A strong...
Phyllis A. Nocenti
July 5, 2026
Phyllis Nocenti, 97, died on July 5, 2026, from natural causes.
Phyllis was born in 1929 to Peter A. and Ophelia (Gajewski) Servais. She graduated from St. Joseph Academy and was a lifelong resident of Allouez and Green Bay. In 1949 she married Joseph Mario Nocenti, whom she met while taking bridge lessons at the Green Bay YMCA. They were married...
Ann Marie Mara
June 29, 2026
Ann Marie Mara, 79, Ledgeview, passed away Monday, June 29, 2026.
A private service has taken place at Ryan Funeral Home, De Pere.
David J. Demske
June 29, 2026
David “Dave” John Demske, 70, of De Pere, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born June 1, 1956, at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay, Dave was the son of the late Arthur and June (Etmanczyk) Demske. He remained deeply connected to his roots throughout his life, spending his...
Pat Ann Pelishek
June 28, 2026
Patricia "Pat" Ann Pelishek, 83, of De Pere, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026. She was born on April 16, 1943, in Green Bay, Wisconsin to the late Stanley and Mathilda Kowalczyk. She graduated from Lena High School in 1961 and carried with her throughout her life a strong Catholic faith that guided her with compassion, generosity, and...
Robert Victor Lu Maye Jr.
June 27, 2026
Robert V. Lu Maye Jr., 88, of Green Bay, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
He was born on February 18, 1938, to the late Robert V. Lu Maye Sr. and Delores (DeChamps) Lu Maye.
Bob proudly served his country in the United States National Guard from 1957 to 1964.
On August 8, 1959, he married the love of his life, Louise...
George Robert Tochterman
June 26, 2026
George R. Tochterman, age 95, passed away peacefully on June 26 after a brief period of hospice care at Rennes Assisted Living in De Pere, Wisconsin.
Born in 1931, he was the eldest child of the late Johanna and Robert Tochterman of Lincoln Street in Green Bay. The Tochtermans had seven boys and one daughter, of whom two sons remain: Bob...
Emerald G. Metoxen
June 22, 2026
Emerald George Metoxen, Tehanʌnsta?kala‧tats "His arms are raised", 18, passed away unexpectedly in Green Bay, WI on June 22, 2026. He was born in Green Bay, WI on October 25, 2007, to Lunynt Metoxen & Tracy Smith (Webster).
Emerald loved hooping with his bros, watch YouTube videos, eating Mexican food and hanging out with all other friends and family. He attended...
Norbert Kenneth Skenandore
June 22, 2026
Norbert Kenneth “Kenny” Skenandore
February 16, 1941 – June 2026
Norbert Kenneth Skenandore, affectionately known to friends and family as Kenny, passed away peacefully at his home in Oneida, WI, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 85.
Kenny’s Oneida name was Lan^.yatlo'.loks, meaning "He gathers stones." He was born on February 16, 1941, in Keshena, WI, to the late Norbert...
Rita Marie VanDerLinden
June 20, 2026
On June 20, 2026, God called home Rita VanDerLinden, 84, of Krakow, formerly of De Pere. Rita was born in Armstrong Creek April 13, 1942 to the late John & Bernice (Deitzkow) Christnovich. Her parents moved the family to a farm in Argonne, where she was raised.
She graduated from Crandon High School, Langlade Teachers College and UW-Oshkosh.
On July 29, 1967...
Larry C. DeMoulin
June 17, 2026
Larry Charles DeMoulin, 94 of Townsend, WI, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026. He was born on February 21, 1932, to the late John and Barbara (Rank) DeMoulin on the family farm in Casco, WI.
Larry graduated from De Pere High School, and after that, enlisted in the United States Air Force. After he was discharged, he married Martha Jaklin...
Paul Henry Baeten
June 17, 2026
Paul H. Baeten , 93, of De Pere, was called to eternal life on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
Paul, the son of the late Peter G. and Mary (Hoffman) Baeten was born on October 5, 1932.
He graduated from Nicolet High School in 1950; he then received his training as a Highway Engineering Technician from UW Platteville.
Paul was united in Marriage to...
Jane C. Brown
June 16, 2026
Jane Catherine Brown, 82, passed away peacefully at her home after a long, 7-year battle with Parkinson’s dementia on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, with family by her side. She was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on October 8, 1943, to Lester and Mary (Kane) Garner.
Jane is survived by her husband; Rod, two daughters; Heidi Brown and Holly Brown Greaves; five grandchildren,...
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