Obituary Listing

Oct 15, 2025

Chad Zinkel passed away peacefully with his family surrounding him on October 15th, 2025, at the age of 55.

Chad was born in Manitowoc, WI, graduating from Manitowoc Lincoln High School in 1988, and got his bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay in 1993. He married Stephanie Schumann on November 26th, 1994. He...

Oct 9, 2025

Margaret F. Norton, 80, former resident of De Pere, WI, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025. She was born in Chicago, Il on March 30, 1945, to the late Charles and Margaret (Campbell) Militello. She attended high school in Florence, MI, and after that, moved to Green Bay to continue her education for business administration. She worked at...

Oct 8, 2025

Donald began his journey home to the creator on October 8, 2025, while peacefully surrounded by his loving family at home.

He was born in Chicago, Illinois, but maintained a strong connection to Oneida, where he spent every summer. This annual tradition helped him develop deep roots in the community, shaping his identity and lifelong commitment to...

Oct 2, 2025

Dedric Jasper Shawanokasic "Southern Sky", 31, of De Pere, WI passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 2, 2025. He was born on June 11, 1994, to Travis McDaniel and Sheila Shawanokasic in Green Bay.

DJ loved the culinary arts and worked as a cook. He also enjoyed playing guitar, videogames, reading comic books, collecting Pokémon cards, weightlifting,...

Oct 2, 2025

Judith "Judy" Ann (Ziemer) England passed away peacefully at home, holding the hands of her children, on October 2, 2025, at the age of 78 after a brief but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Born on February 21, 1947, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to Walter and Iris (Schneider) Ziemer, Judy grew up on her family's farm in...

Sep 29, 2025

IN LOVING MEMORY OF JANE WORM LINZ

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Jane Heather Worm Linz, De Pere, Wisconsin. Jane passed away peacefully in her home on September 29th, 2025, at the age of 73, after a year-long battle with pancreatic cancer. She was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and...

Sep 28, 2025

Russell Edward Fairthorne, Age 75, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025.

He was born in Hartford, Connecticut, on February 25, 1950, to Thomas Joseph Fairthorne and Josephine Ann Nocera.

Russell graduated from Freehold High School in New Jersey. He continued his education obtaining his Bachelors in Social Work at the University of Green Bay,...

Sep 26, 2025

Ernie L Stevens Jr., a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025. He gave his life in service to his family, his Nation, and to Indigenous Peoples everywhere. While Ernie was a citizen of the Oneida Nation in Wisconsin, he was known far beyond his home community for his dedication to...

Sep 26, 2025

Earl Joseph VandenLangenberg, age 87, passed away on September 26, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Green Bay, WI on March 19th, 1938 to Marcella (Rukamp) and Alfred VandenLangenberg.

Earl graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1956 and went on to proudly serve in the United States Navy. In 1958 he met...

Sep 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...

Sep 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...

Sep 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...

Sep 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...

Sep 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...

Sep 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...

Sep 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...

Sep 9, 2025

Larry W. Noirot, 79, Sturgeon Bay, passed away Tuesday morning, September 9, 2025.

No service will take place at this time.

Sep 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...

Sep 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...

Sep 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...