Obituary Listing
Local Obituaries for Ryan Funeral Home and Crematory
Scott G. Rauch
September 22, 2025
Born at St. Mary's Hospital in Milwaukee, Scott was the first of three sons to Dennis and Sue. He was baptized and attended Christ Lutheran Grade School before graduating from Wisconsin Lutheran High School. A talented wrestler — and, somewhat surprisingly to those who knew him best, prom king — Scott's high school years were filled with both triumphs...
Scott P. Martens
September 22, 2025
Scott P. Martens, 73 of De Pere, WI, passed away with his family by his side on Monday, September 22, 2025. He was born on September 15, 1952, to the late Frank and Nathalie (Ama) Martens in Oconto Falls, WI. He graduated from Southwest High School in Green Bay. Scott was a member of the U.S. Army and served...
Henry "Hank" Van Stedum
September 22, 2025
Henry "Hank" N. Van Stedum, age 71, passed away on September 22, 2025. He was born on April 22, 1954, in Grand Haven, MI, to the late Henry G. and Anjean (Boersema) Van Stedum.
Hank grew up on the shores of Lake Michigan and especially enjoyed tinkering with cars, the faster the better. He told the story...
Mike Lappin
September 21, 2025
Michael Steven Lappin, 53, went into the loving arms of Jesus on Sept. 21, 2025. We are comforted to know that he is now alive, joyful and healed in Heaven.
Born to Paul and Melinda Lappin, Michael grew up in Princeton, IL., and had many stories of those glory days with his life-long friends.
Michael...
Brian L. Smits
September 20, 2025
Brian "Tiny" Smits, 57, De Pere, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025, after a long illness. He was born February 7, 1968.
Brian graduated from West De Pere High School. He laid epoxy flooring for many years.
Brian loved to fish and had many friends.
He is survived by his sisters; Jennifer...
Susan Marie House
September 17, 2025
Susan Marie House, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Born on January 26, 1955, in Keshena, Wisconsin, Susan filled her 70 years of life with love, laughter, and an unwavering spirit that touched everyone around her.
She was the daughter of Joseph and Sophie...
Dennis Freiberg
September 12, 2025
Dennis Freiberg,74, passed away unexpectedly on Friday September 12, 2025, at home from cardiac arrest. Dennis is the son of the late Cliff Freiberg Sr and Selma Freiberg, born on November 30, 1950. He was baptized into the Christian faith at Church of Peace in Fond du Lac, Wi. He later reaffirmed his faith at Church of Peace and...
Larry William Noirot
September 9, 2025
Larry W. Noirot, 79, Sturgeon Bay, passed away Tuesday morning, September 9, 2025.
No service will take place at this time.
Bonnie J. Messinger
September 9, 2025
Bonita (Bonnie) Jean Messinger-84, Green Bay, WI passed away peacefully at Jack and Engrid Meng Hospice Residence with loving family at her side on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. Bonnie was born February 23, 1941, in Green Bay to the late George and Eunice (Coppersmith) Bardouche.
Bonnie was raised on the east side of Green Bay. Through high...
Steve Labs
September 8, 2025
Steven "Steve" D. Labs, 50, of De Pere, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of generosity, conservation, and deep connection with the people and places he loved most.
A dedicated outdoorsman and conservationist, Steve lived a life rooted in purpose. He was the current president of the Izaak Walton League – Brown...
Kathryn "Kitty" Matenaer
September 8, 2025
Kathryn "Kitty" M. Matenaer, 81, De Pere, passed away Monday afternoon, September 8, 2025. She was born August 12, 1944, in Horicon, Wisconsin to the late Judge Clarence and Rose (Habada) Traeger.
Kitty was a 1962 graduate of Horicon High School.
Kitty had worked as a secretary for Foxland Havrvestore for ten years, and then...
Pat A. Roffers
September 8, 2025
Patricia Ann (Vandenberg) Roffers, 83, entered heaven Monday September 08, 2025.
Patricia was born on October 15, 1941, to the late Raymond and Evelyn (VandeHei) Vandenberg. She married the late Robert Roffers on May 01, 1965. Together they raised four children on their farm in Wayside. The farm raised horses, which were a great enjoyment for Patricia...
Kathie M. Hintz
September 7, 2025
Kathleen Marie Hintz, 72 died peacefully on September 7, 2025 with family by her side. She was born in Green Bay, WI, on December 16, 1952, to Thomas O'Connell and Patricia (Woulf) O'Connell. Kathie graduated from West De Pere High School in 1971. Kathie married Michael J Hintz Sr. on July 1, 1972 at St Boniface church in De...
Ellen Barbara (Danforth) Martin
September 5, 2025
Ellen Barbara (Danforth) Martin, age 86, of Hayward, WI, passed away Friday, September 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Ellen was born January 26, 1939, in Waukesha, WI, the only daughter of John and Nancy (Elm) Danforth. She was an active member of the LCO Elder Community, an avid dog lover and a beautiful mother and...
Dick Staeven
September 3, 2025
Richard E. "Dick" Staeven, 88, De Pere, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, September 3, 2025. He was born October 1, 1936, son of the late Earl and Blanche (Borman) Staeven.
Dick was a graduate of Nicolet High School. He served his country in the Army Reserve for six years.
On April 30, 1960, he was...
Jack Day
August 31, 2025
Harold John (Jack) Day died on August 31, 2025, at the age of 96. He was born to Everett and Mary (Godfrey) Day on May 22, 1929 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Jack graduated from Washington High School in Milwaukee and enlisted in the Navy at age 17. Following Electronic Material School at Great Lakes Naval Training School, he was assigned...
David Edward Jansen
August 30, 2025
David Edward Jansen, 75, Hobart, passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025. He was born May 25, 1950, to the late Norbert and Marie (Kempen) Jansen.
David attended St. Boniface grade school, Abbot Pennings High School, and DeVry Technical Institute.
After college Dave began working at Webster Electric in Racine, WI., while living in Racine Dave...
Dolores Burt
August 29, 2025
Dolores L. Burt, 94, De Pere, passed away of natural causes on Friday afternoon, August 29, 2025, at her home.
She was born March 2, 1931, daughter of the late John and Marie (Thyssen) Manders.
On March 19, 1952, she was united in marriage to Linden Burt.
Dolores worked on the family farm...
Mary Grace Runge
August 28, 2025
With deep love and gratitude for her remarkable life, the family of Mary Runge (née Cook) announces her passing at 82 years of age.
Mary was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to Ephraim Cook and Grace Behling (née Bishop). She grew up in Green Bay and graduated from Preble High School before attending the University of Wisconsin–Madison,...
John Sarosiek
August 28, 2025
John Joseph Sarosiek, 73, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on August 28, 2025.
John was born in Green Bay, WI on April 18, 1952, to Joe and Betty (Wellens) Sarosiek. He graduated from Green Bay West High School in 1971. While at Green Bay West, he met the love of his life, Jean...
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