Barbara Ann Kocken
April 9, 2024
Barb A. Kocken, 77, De Pere, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes Tuesday, April 9, 2024. She was born December 10, 1946, to the late Gordon and Louise (Tadych) Van Der Wegen.
Barb graduated from De Pere High School with the class of 1965.
On October 4, 1969, she was united in marriage to Herb...
David A. Faltynski
April 6, 2024
David Allan Faltynski, a devoted family man and dedicated public servant, passed away on April 6, 2024, at the age of 74. Born and raised in Green Bay, Wisconsin, David was a standout high school athlete, Navy veteran, and accomplished fire protection engineer, building and decommissioning nuclear fire suppression systems across the country.
Beyond his impressive achievements,...
Henry "Hank" Jude Schmitt
April 5, 2024
Henry (Hank) Jude Schmitt, a man of quiet strength, uncanny wit, and unwavering devotion to family, was welcomed into the Lord's arms on April 5, 2024, in De Pere, Wisconsin, at the age of 74. Born on August 9, 1949, to Francis and Cleo (Weber) Schmitt, Henry's life was a testament to the values of love, humor, and education....
Kyle Dunlap
April 5, 2024
Kyle Robert Dunlap, 33, passed away Friday morning, April 5, 2024. He was born on August 28, 1990 to Robert Powers and Kristie Dunlap.
Kyle enjoyed hunting, fishing, coloring, and art books.
He is survived by his mother, Kristie; siblings, Kory Dunlap, Brian Martin Jr., Keeshia Dunlap, Jaden Powers, Shayla Dick and Aleah Powers; grandparents,...
Geri Villalobos
April 5, 2024
Geraldine "Geri" Villalobos (nee Schuyler), died on April 5, 2024 in Oneida. Geri was born on March 21, 1949 in Milwaukee to the late Melvin and Phyllis (nee Smith) Schuyler. She graduated from West Division High School in Milwaukee in 1967. Geri also graduated from MATC and St. Joseph's Hospital School of Radiologic Technology in 1971, with certifications in...
Tommy Van Ess
April 4, 2024
Thomas A. "Tommy" Van Ess, 67, Pound, passed away following a series of health complications on Thursday, April 4, 2024. He was born in Green Bay on August 10, 1956 to William and Nancy (Yira) Van Ess.
He graduated from Premontre High School. Tommy spent his career as a jack of all trades, starting out in the...
Merrill Jay Milson
April 4, 2024
Merrill Milson, 62, Oconto, passed away swiftly and peacefully on Thursday, April 4, 2024, after a short illness.
He was born in Chicago on March 12, 1962, to Dorothy Milson. He grew up in De Pere, where he established many lifelong friendships. He attended Dickenson Grade School and East De Pere High School, where he graduated in...
Zhuri Ruth Johnson
April 3, 2024
Zhuri Ruth passed away peacefully in her mother's loving arms on April 3, 2024, after showing courageous strength through her 18 days of life in the NICU.
Zhuri was born at 22 6/7 weeks gestation. Weighing in at 13 oz, this little fighter stole the hearts of anyone and everyone who met her. You would often find...
Jane Thyssen
April 2, 2024
Jane Marie (Lambert) Thyssen, 73, De Pere, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Tuesday morning, April 2, 2024. The daughter of John and Faith (Hamblin) Lambert was born in Green Bay on May 30, 1950.
Jane graduated from West De Pere High School in 1968. She enjoyed her family and friends, painting and...
Douglas S. Laster
March 31, 2024
Douglas S. Laster Sr, age 53 passed away in Oneida WI on Sunday, March 31, 2024. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 5, 1970, the son of the late Luther "Big Buddy" Laster and Scharlene Kasee.
Douglas went to high school in Illinois and married Melissa Germiat who he had 4 children with.
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Fr. William "Bill" H. Ribbens, O.Praem.
March 26, 2024
Father William (Bill) H. Ribbens, O. Praem., age 88, a Norbertine priest and member of St. Norbert Abbey, De Pere, WI, passed into God's eternal kingdom on March 26, 2024.
Fr. Ribbens was born on April 8, 1935 to the late Jacob and Mary (Hollenstein) in Milwaukee, WI. His home parish was St. Mary's Parish in Mayville....
Patricia A. Baeten
March 24, 2024
Patricia A. Baeten was called to eternal life on March 24, 2024. She was born on December 31, 1932 to the late George and Amelia Alger. Pat was a graduate of St. Joseph Academy in 1951, Outagamie Teacher's College in 1954 and attended summer school classes at St. Norbert College and UW-Oshkosh until their children arrived. She married Paul...
Frank A. Charvat
March 20, 2024
Frank Anton Charvat (born February 6, 1946) the only son of the late Frank Joseph Charvat and Beatrice Anastasia (Duben) Charvat, left this earth on March 20, 2024 surrounded by his family. Frank grew up in Cicero, IL, attended Drake University and moved to Wisconsin where he spent his career working as a pharmacist until retirement.
He...
Judy Lee Smits
March 19, 2024
Judy L. Smits, 75, Oneida, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning March 19, 2024, surrounded by family and friends.
She was born April 19, 1948, to George Sr. and Ethel (Charles) House.
On February 14, 1972, she was united in marriage to Gary Smits.
Judy had been employed by the Oneida Nation.
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Shirli A. Hottenstine
March 18, 2024
Shirli A. Hottenstine, 75, passed away surrounded by family on March 18, 2024 at St. Mary's Hospital in Green Bay, WI. Shirli was born on March 11, 1949 in Shawano, WI to Sylvan and Doris (Belgonia) Hottenstine. She was a graduate of Shawano High School. Her and Linda are members of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Oneida, WI.
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Yvonne Joyce Cornelius
March 18, 2024
Yvonne Joyce (Schuyler) Cornelius, 74, was called to the Creator on March 18, 2024. She was the oldest daughter of the late Robert C. and Alice E. (Cornelius) Schuyler. She graduated from Seymour High School and Fox Valley Technical Institute with her Registered Nursing degree in December 1979. Yvonne worked in many different fields of nursing but spent the...
Earl Nathan Schmude
March 16, 2024
Earl N. Schmude, 84, Seymour, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 16, 2024. He was born November 24, 1939, to the late Marvin Sr. and Mary Ann (Duprey) Schmude.
He married Elizabeth Forsythe, and together they were blessed with six children.
Earl operated Schmude Salvage Yard and E&E Trucking.
He enjoyed boating, country music,...
Herb Buttrick
March 16, 2024
Herbert I. Buttrick (Herb), 77, of Green Bay, WI, passed away at his home on March 16, 2024. Herb was born July 31, 1946 in Boston, MA. He was preceded in death by his parents (Herbert I. Buttrick, Jr., and Elizabeth Hutchison Buttrick) and his brother Stewart (Cindy) Buttrick. He is survived by his wife of 42 years Connie...
Nancy (Dunks) Kocken
March 15, 2024
Nancy K. Kocken, 49, De Pere, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes Friday, March 15, 2024.
She was born November 24, 1974, to Jim and Bonnie (Janz) Dunks.
Nancy graduated from West De Pere High School in 1993. She further obtained a degree in computer science from NWTC. She held various positions in computer technology...
