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Gerald W. Borgwardt

Gerald W. Borgwardt

Jun 29, 2023

Gerald W. Borgwardt, age 84, a Newton resident, was taken to his Savior's side on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at Froedtert Holy Family Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Gerald is now eternally free from his earthly struggle with Parkinson's. The battle is over, the victory is won.

He was born July 3, 1938 in Manitowoc, son of the late...

Ronald W. Hasche

Ronald W. Hasche

Jun 28, 2023

A virtuous man

Rooted in Christ and reason

Example for all.

When Ron Hasche died on June 28, 2023, he was fully confident that he was going home to Jesus. That strong, simple faith characterized his entire life.

Ron was born in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, on February 4, 1944 to the late...

Matthew S. Kelker

Matthew S. Kelker

Jun 28, 2023

Matthew S. Kelker, a beloved son, devoted father, and cherished friend, passed away on June 28, 2023, in Kiel, Wisconsin, at the age of 48. He was born on June 6, 1975, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Judy E. Loew and the late Stephen M. Kelker. Matthew's life was characterized by a sense of duty, dedication, and a genuine...

Marian C. Keehan

Marian C. Keehan

Jun 28, 2023

Marian C. Keehan, age 92, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center.

Marian was born on June 8, 1931 in Manitowoc to the late Adolph and Agnes (Benzchawel) Neuser.  She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1949.  On June 19, 1954, Marian married...

Lynette M. Thorne

Lynette M. Thorne

Jun 26, 2023

Lynette "Lynn" M. Thorne, age 64, a Two Rivers resident, passed away Monday, June 26, 2023 at HSHS St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay.

She was born July 27, 1958 in Manitowoc, daughter of Lawrence "Larry" and Virginia (Krupka) Miller. Lynn attended Mishicot High School, graduating with the class of 1976. Following high school, she studied horticulture at...

Jack D. Troupe

Jack D. Troupe

Jun 26, 2023

Born of stardust Return there we must The when and where is history The why remains a mystery. - Jack Troupe  1926-2023 - In a horse-drawn buggy The doctor he came In storm or in darkness It was all the same. - In harmony with The ubiquitous "why" In an area as rural As the name can imply The...

Marcia J. Luchsinger

Marcia J. Luchsinger

Jun 24, 2023

Marcia J. Luchsinger, age 61, a resident of Manitowoc, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023 at Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers.

Marcia was born on August 28, 1961 in Manitowoc to the late Bernard and Miriam (Baird) Luchsinger.  After graduating from Lincoln High School with the class of 1979, she went on to obtain her...

Thomas A. Meyer

Thomas A. Meyer

Jun 24, 2023

Thomas A. Meyer, age 67, a resident of Manitowoc, entered into eternal life early Saturday morning, June 24, 2023 at the family residence.

Tom was born on April 15, 1956 in Manitowoc.  He was the son of the late Charles and Dorothy Zimmerman Meyer.  Tom was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the...

Kathleen Emily Shallue

Kathleen Emily Shallue

Jun 24, 2023

Kathleen Emily Shallue, age 82, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023, in Tucson, AZ, of complications from dementia. She was born June 13, 1941, in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, the oldest of four children to John and Loretta (Kozlovsky) Shallue.

Kathleen was a high school graduate of Holy Family Academy at Silver Lake Wisconsin and received a Bachelor...

Charles "Dick" Richard Barney

Charles "Dick" Richard Barney

Jun 24, 2023

Charles Richard "Dick" Barney, age 88, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 24, 2023 at St. Mary's Home in Manitowoc, WI surrounded by family. He was born June 7, 1935 in Battle Creek, Michigan, son of the late Ross and Helena (Croose) Barney.

Dick graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1953 where he was a drummer...

Matthew T. Kent

Matthew T. Kent

Jun 19, 2023

Matthew T. Kent, age 39, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Monday, June 19, 2023 at his home.

He was born October 7, 1983 in Scottsdale, Arizona, son of Edward Kent and Patricia (Groblewski) Kent. Matthew attended Lincoln High School, graduating with the class of 2003. He was a skilled carpenter and loved music, especially playing the guitar....

James "Jimbo" Schleis

James "Jimbo" Schleis

Jun 19, 2023

James "Jimbo" Schleis, age 61, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Monday, June 19, 2023 at the Aurora Bay Care Medical Center in Green Bay.

Jimbo was born on November 24, 1961 in Manitowoc.  He was the son of the later Peter F. and Doris L. Heindl Schleis.  Jimbo attended Lincoln High School and graduated...

Jeanne L. Lynch

Jeanne L. Lynch

Jun 19, 2023

Jeanne L. (Bonnefoi) Lynch, age 79, a Green Bay resident, passed away Monday, June 19, 2023 at Bellin Health Oconto Hospital following an extended illness.

She was born July 5, 1943 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Henry and Mildred (Groll) Bonnefoi. Jeanne was baptized, confirmed and was an active member of the former...

Lyle Lawrence Heide

Lyle Lawrence Heide

Jun 18, 2023

Lyle L. Heide, age 97, a resident of Manitowoc, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023 at Rivers Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center in Manitowoc.

Lyle was born on April 6, 1926 in Manitowoc.  He was the son of the late Harold and Leila Herzog Heide.  Lyle was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the class...

Timothy "Tim" P. Kralovetz

Timothy "Tim" P. Kralovetz

Jun 17, 2023

Timothy "Tim" P. Kralovetz, age 64, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Saturday, June 17, 2023 at Rivers Bend Health and Rehab, Manitowoc.

He was born February 2, 1959 in Two Rivers, son of the late Raymond Kralovetz and Luann (Bonfigt) Anschutz. Tim attended Two Rivers High School. He was employed with Lee's Color Studio from February 23,...

Kathy Ann Sadowski

Kathy Ann Sadowski

Jun 16, 2023

Kathy Ann Sadowski, age 60, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Friday, June 16, 2023 while surrounded by her family following a courageous battle with cancer.

Kathy was born July 8, 1962 to Darlene (Wachowski) Kalista and the late Eugene Kalista.  She graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc WI with the class of 1980, she...

Sandra "Sandy" A. Moffatt

Sandra "Sandy" A. Moffatt

Jun 8, 2023

Sandra "Sandy" A. Moffatt, age 75, a Manitowoc resident, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice, Sheboygan Falls, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born March 1, 1948 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Edward E. Shimek and Agnes M. (Rappel) Shimek. Sandy attended Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, graduating...

Michael A. Levendoski

Michael A. Levendoski

Jun 8, 2023

Michael A. Levendoski, age 41, a resident of Green Bay, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at his residence.

Michael was born on September 24, 1981 in Manitowoc.  He was the son of Gary Levendoski and Mary Gospodarek Levendoski.  Michael was a graduate of Valders High School with the class of 2000.  He...

Rev. Eugene Charles Kitzerow

Rev. Eugene Charles Kitzerow

Jun 8, 2023

Rev. Eugene Charles Kitzerow, age 96, a resident of Elm Grove, and formerly of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at Heritage Senior Living in Elm Grove.

Eugene was born on January 9, 1927, in Cato WI to Reinhard and Frieda (Haese) Kitzerow. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John-St. James Ev. Lutheran...

Sam Daopachanh

Sam Daopachanh

Jun 3, 2023

Somsack Sam Daophachanh, 71, passed away peacefully on Saturday June 3, 2023 at his home in Two Rivers, Wisconsin after a short illness.

Somsack was born on October 8, 1951 in Houayxay Bokeo Province, Laos to Nangchen and Maida Daophachanh. After graduating from high school, he took an opportunity to join the Laotian Army where he spent...

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