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Phyllis M. Doersch

Phyllis M. Doersch

Feb 10, 2025

Phyllis M. Doersch died peacefully on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Phyllis was a devoted and beloved wife, mother, and grandmother.  In all those roles, she was encouraging, generous, and caring. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

As the daughter of Clarence and Helen Diedrich, Phyllis grew up...

Frank E. Freidenberger

Frank E. Freidenberger

Feb 9, 2025

Frank E. Freidenberger, age 70, of Manitowoc, died Sunday, February 9, 2025 at Sharon S. Richardson Hospice in Sheboygan Falls.

Frank was born April 3, 1954 in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.  He was the son of the late Charles and Maryann (Polifka) Freidenberger. Frank was a graduate of Reedsville High School with the class of 1973. He then enlisted...

Darci K. Matzke

Darci K. Matzke

Feb 7, 2025

Darci K. Matzke, age 65, went to her eternal home on February 7, 2025, surrounded by her family. "I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith" (2 Timothy 4:7).

Darci was born on April 3, 1959, in Madison, WI, to David and Yvonne Martin. She was baptized into Christ...

Ronald F. Vandenhouten

Ronald F. Vandenhouten

Feb 6, 2025

Ronald F. Vandenhouten, age 91, of Manitowoc, passed peacefully with his loving family at his side on Thursday, February 6, 2025.

Ronald was born July 28, 1933, in Thiry Daems, WI, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Vandenhouten. He graduated from Casco High School, served in the U.S. Coast Guard 1951-1954. He retired after 39 years...

Janet Marie Bonin

Janet Marie Bonin

Feb 4, 2025

Janet Marie Bonin, 64, of Manitowoc, passed away peacefully on February 4,2025,surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with colon cancer. Janet fought with strength, determination, and grace, inspiring everyone who knew her. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, always putting the needs of her loved ones above her own.

Janet was born...

Maureen M. O'Fallon

Maureen M. O'Fallon

Feb 4, 2025

Maureen M. O'Fallon, age 62, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life with family by her side on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay.

Maureen was born on October 1, 1962 in Manitowoc to the late Lloyd and Betty Jane (Gruber) Popp.  She graduated from Valders High School with the class...

William R. Holsen

William R. Holsen

Feb 4, 2025

William R. Holsen, "Hudda," age 91, passed away February 4, 2025, from prostate cancer. He was born September 18, 1933, to Alban and Amanda (Klackner) Holsen.

Bill was an alumnus of Holy Innocents Catholic School, graduating from Lincoln High with the class of 1952. He then served in the Korean War with the Special Troop Command of...

Ervin R. Baumgart

Ervin R. Baumgart

Feb 2, 2025

Ervin R. Baumgart, age 84, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025 at St. Mary's Home at Felician Village, Manitowoc.

He was born February 13, 1940 in Green Bay, son of the late Gerhard and Ruth (Hildebrandt) Baumgart. Erv attended Nicolet High School, West De Pere, Wisconsin, graduating with the class of 1958. During his...

Janet K. Zunker

Janet K. Zunker

Jan 31, 2025

Janet K. Zunker, age 78, of Manitowoc, passed away on Friday afternoon January 31, 2025, at Rivers Bend.

Janet was born on February 22, 1946, in Manitowoc to the late Erwin and Norma Frank. She graduated from Lutheran High School with the class of 1964. On February 5, 1966, Scott Zunker married Janet Frank at Bethany Evangelical...

Vila A. Belongia

Vila A. Belongia

Jan 30, 2025

Vila A. Belongia, age 106, passed away on January 30, 2025, at Shady Lane Nursing Home in Manitowoc.

Vila was born on May 8, 1918, in Morrison, WI, to the late Albert and Elizabeth (Voeltz) Laabs. On November 27, 1938, she married Ervin J. Belongia at St. John Lutheran Church in DePere. She was employed at Manitowoc...

Donald "Donnie" P. Duvall

Donald "Donnie" P. Duvall

Jan 30, 2025

Donald "Donnie" P. Duvall, age 72, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center.

Donnie was born on October 21, 1952 in Two Rivers to the late Clarence and Alice (Domnitz) Duvall.  He was a very hard worker that never complained (unless someone put something in the...

James J. Bruechert

James J. Bruechert

Jan 28, 2025

James J. Bruechert, age 81, a Two Rivers resident, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at his home.

He was born September 23, 1943 in Manitowoc, WI, son of the late Harold and Fern (Levy) Bruechert. Jim attended Washington High School, Two Rivers, graduating with the class of 1961. Following high school, he attended University of Wisconsin...

Fredric L. Geerdts

Fredric L. Geerdts

Jan 27, 2025

Fredric L. Geerdts, age 79, a resident of Valders, and formerly of Manitowoc, passed away while surrounded by family on Monday, January 27, 2025 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice in Sheboygan Falls.

Fred was born on July 30, 1945 in Battle Creek, MI to the late Arthur and Frances (Rollins) Geerdts.  He graduated from Lincoln High...

Elena (Helen) Budan

Elena (Helen) Budan

Jan 27, 2025

Elena (Helen) Budan, age 78, of Manitowoc, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025.

Elena was born on March 8, 1946 in San Diego, CA, daughter of the late Ruban Rodriguez and the late Petra Stout. In her younger days, Elena was employed at Holy Family Memorial Hospital. Elena was an Avid crocheter, quilter, and story teller....

William Victor Geigel Sr.

William Victor Geigel Sr.

Jan 26, 2025

William Victor Geigel Sr., age 92, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Sunday, January 26, 2025 at the Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers.

Bill was born at home in Manitowoc along with twin brother Bernard on October 11, 1932, to William and Stella (Sinkula) Geigel.  He attended Holy Innocents Catholic School grades one through...

Allen J. Scharenbroch

Allen J. Scharenbroch

Jan 25, 2025

Allen J. Scharenbroch of Manitowoc passed away on January 25, 2025 at the age of 89. Al was born to Raymond and Theresa (Braun) in Green Bay on May 11, 1935. He graduated from Valders High School and went on to serve in the US Air Force for four years. He married Mary Jane Baer in May of 1960....

Margaret "Peggy" Anne Murray

Margaret "Peggy" Anne Murray

Jan 23, 2025

Margaret "Peggy" Anne Murray, age 77, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family following a battle with Glioblastoma.

She was born September 1, 1947 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and Gloria (Wagner) Murray. Peggy attended Washington High School in Two Rivers, graduating with the class...

Tom K. Hobolich

Tom K. Hobolich

Jan 19, 2025

Tom K. Hobolich, age 67, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025 at Froedtert Holy Family Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.

He was born December 15, 1957 in Sheboygan, WI, son of the late Kenneth and Joyce Hobolich. Tom attended Sheboygan South High School, graduating with the class of 1975. Following high school, he attended University of...

Richard R. Carbon

Richard R. Carbon

Jan 17, 2025

Richard R. Carbon, age 77, a resident of Manitowoc, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025 while surrounded by family.

Richard was born on March 1, 1947 in Manitowoc to the late John Sr. and Lucille (Hassmer) Carbon.  He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1965.  On October 4, 1969, Richard married Janice May...

Steven M. Burk

Steven M. Burk

Jan 16, 2025

Steven M. Burk, age 82, a resident of Manitowoc, passed away unexpectedly with his loving wife by his side on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at home.

Steve was born in Algoma on October 30, 1942, the only child of the late Louis and Marie (Mraz) Berkovitz. He became a lifetime corporate pilot after developing an interest in...

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