Maxine Evangeline Thomas
September 3, 2026
Maxine Evangeline Thomas, 78, passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 3, 2026. She was born November 9, 1947, in Green Bay to the late Robert and Marjorie (Metoxen) Webster. Maxine was Bear Clan and a citizen of the Oneida Nation. She graduated from Luxemburg – Casco High School in 1965. In the summer of 1969, she married John “Jack” Edward Thomas...
Geraldine L. Kollmann
September 2, 2026
Geraldine L. Kollmann, 79 of Seymour, WI passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026. She was born in Detroit, MI to the late John Janas and Dorothy Parks. Geri married Dwayne Kollmann on September 12, 1997.
Geri served in the United States Army for 4 years. Later in life, she joined the Seymour Branch of the American Legion.
She loved her cats...
Hudson and Marnie Bruski
August 30, 2026
Alec and Sierra (Loehrke) Bruski mourn the loss of their infant twin babies, Marnie Jo and Hudson James, who passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay, in the arms of their parents.
Marnie was born at 10:01 a.m. on August 30, 2026, weighing 1 lb., and Hudson was born at 10:50 a.m. on...
Andrew Mott
August 29, 2026
Andrew Michael Mott, of Green Bay, Wisconsin, passed away on August 29, 2026, at the age of 68.
Andrew attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where he studied mechanical engineering. He proudly served as a paratrooper in the United States Army and completed more than 20 jumps—a reflection of the adventurous spirit he carried throughout his life.
Andrew loved to fish, travel, have...
Yvonne "Vonnie" McQuade
August 25, 2026
Yvonne “Vonnie” McQuade
Yvonne “Vonnie” McQuade, born September 28, 1939, to the late Nellie and Frank (McKeever) Pichette, was the youngest of 13 children—and the last of them to leave this world. From the very beginning, Vonnie understood what it meant to love, to serve, and to take care of others.
As a young girl, she often cared for her father, taking...
Kenneth "Ken" W. Verhagen
August 24, 2026
Kenneth “Ken” Wayne Verhagen, 86, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2026, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Ken was born on October 29, 1939, in De Pere, WI, where he spent much of his life and built lasting connections with family and friends.
Ken proudly served his country in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1969. Following his military...
Donald "Don" Thomas Lilly
August 24, 2026
Donald “Don” Thomas Lilly, 57, Oneida, passed away Monday morning, August 24, 2026. He was born on December 16, 1968, to the late Ken & Mary Jahnke. Don was later adopted by Tom & Carole Lilly, who provided him with a very loving upbringing.
Don graduated from Whitnall High School in 1987. After graduation, Don enlisted in the Navy as an...
Ralph R. Staeven
August 23, 2026
Ralph Robert Staeven, 95, passed away peacefully at Jack and Engrid Meng Hospice Residence on August 23, 2026, with family by his side. Ralph was born on September 14, 1930, to the late Walter and Gladys (Bracker) Staeven. Gladys passed when Ralph was only 5, but Ralph was fortunate to have Erma (Bracker) as his mother when his father remarried.
Ralph...
Gary Emil Elm Sr.
August 19, 2026
Gary E. Elm Sr., 80, Oneida, passed away Wednesday, August 19, 2026. He was born on November 16, 1945, to the late Guy and Florence (Cornelius) Elm.
Gary served his country in the U.S. Army. An avid car collector, Gary, enjoyed going to car shows. Nutrition and working out were very important to him.
He is survived by his children and many...
Linda Marie Le Mieux
August 16, 2026
Linda M. Le Mieux, 77, De Pere, passed away Sunday morning, August 16, 2026. She was born April 26, 1949, to the late Arthur and Marcella (Vanden Branden) Margraf.
On November 18, 1967, she was united in marriage to Richard “Rick” Le Mieux.
Linda loved children and ran her own in home childcare for many years. She also enjoyed the occasional trip...
Peter "Pete" Green
August 14, 2026
Pete Green, 69, passed away peacefully at home on August 14, 2026, at 2:41 am with family by his side. He was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on July 21, 1957, to Gerald and Elsie Green.
Pete was the best husband, father, and grandpa, “Grandpa Shorty,” a person could ask for. He was the kindest, most caring, and loving person who...
Craig Allen Suring
August 14, 2026
Craig Allen Suring, age 75, died peacefully at Little Chute Health Services in Little Chute, WI on August 14th, 2026, with his wife by his side. He was born in Washington, D.C., on September 14th, 1950, to Raymond Suring and Alice (Peters) Suring.
Craig grew up in Suamico, WI. He often spoke with great fondness of his childhood, riding bikes and...
Eleanore M. Danforth
August 11, 2026
Eleanore Mae Danforth, 82, of Oneida, WI, passed away surrounded by her family on August 11, 2026. She was born on August 14, 1943, to the late Dixon Sr. and Angeline Swamp. Eleanore was united in marriage to Richard Danforth.
She was a member of the Oneida Assembly of God Church.
After raising her family, she started working for the Oneida Library...
Kenneth Raphael Kempen
August 10, 2026
Kenneth “Ken” Raphael Kempen, 73, De Pere, passed away at St. Vincent Hospital on Monday, August 10, 2026. He was born on November 22, 1952, to the late Marvin and Olive (Kleuskens) Kempen.
Ken graduated from Abbot Pennings High School in 1971. For two years Ken served in the Army Reserve. On August 19, 1989, he was united in marriage to...
Rosa Minoka Coenen
August 10, 2026
Rosa Hill Coenen, 78, passed away mid-day on August 10, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Rosa was born on November 1, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Norbert Sr. and Eileen (Johnston) Hill. When Rosa was 15 years old, her family relocated to Oneida, Wisconsin. She was a graduate of West De Pere High School, class...
Lee D. Noel
August 9, 2026
Lee David Noel 87, of De Pere, passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 9, 2026, with his loving wife of 64 years by his side. Lee was born on May 13, 1939, in Oconto, Wisconsin. He graduated from Premontre Highschool in 1957.
Following high school, Lee enlisted in the United States Navy, where he spent much of his time...
Frederick Rolando Ortiz
August 6, 2026
Frederick Rolando Ortiz, aged 73, passed into the spirit world peacefully at a local nursing home on August 6, 2026, after a long hard battle with cancer. Fred was born on August 14, 1952, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Richard Ortiz II and Viola Jane Antone. He was a proud member of the Oneida Nation and was of the...
Francine "Fran" Mary Christensen
August 3, 2026
Francine (Fran) Christensen (Olmsted), 79, passed away on August 3rd, 2026, with her family at her side. She was born on February 25, 1947, to Robert & Joyce (Ronsman) Olmsted in Green Bay, Wisconsin. She attended West De Pere High School and NWTC earning a degree as a Medical Assistant. She spent many years working at numerous medical facilities. In...
