Obituaries

Feb 1, 2023

Anthony "Tony" Akgulian, age 83, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at River Woods Place in Manitowoc with his family by his side.

Tony was born on May 11, 1939 in Racine, WI.  He was the son of the late Kaprial and Virginia Haroutounian Akgulian.  Tony was a graduate of Horlick...

Jan 30, 2023

Kimberly Ann Gerfen, age 64, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Monday, January 30, 2023 at her home.

She was born August 25, 1958 in Illinois, daughter of the late Norman and Eleanor (Kahail) Gerfen. Kimberly attended Manitowoc schools. She was employed with Lakeside Foods of Manitowoc for 37 years. Kimberly loved throwing darts and playing cards. She...

Jan 30, 2023

Ashley Lynn Duerst, age 36, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Monday, January 30, 2023 at her residence.

Ashley was born on December 10, 1986 in Mauston, Wisconsin to Al and Amy (Sunday) Raedel.  After attending Mauston High School, she furthered her education at UW Manitowoc, majoring in Sociology.  Ashley obtained her certification as a...

Jan 29, 2023

Robert Victor Krejcie was born in Manitowoc, WI on April 4, 1936 to the late Victor and Agnes (Dewane) Krejcie.  As Hebrews 9:27 says, " ...it is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment ", and Bob's appointment was January 29, 2023. He passed peacefully into eternal life to be with Jesus, his Lord and...

Jan 27, 2023

Marcella "Sally" J. Geiger, age 97, a resident of Manitowoc, WI entered eternal life on Friday, January 27, 2023 at Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers.

Sally was born on June 8, 1925, in her family home in Cato, WI to the late Peter and Rose (Stefl) Gosz.   She graduated from Reedsville High School. On May 9,1964,...

Jan 26, 2023

Paul R. Meyer, age 73, a Green Bay resident, passed away Thursday evening, January 26, 2023 at Aurora BayCare Medical Center, Green Bay.

He was born February 28, 1949 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, son of the late Raymond and Marion (Ryan) Meyer. Paul attended Green Bay East High School, graduating with the class of 1968. He enlisted...

Jan 26, 2023

James W. DeWein, age 92, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Thursday afternoon, January 26, 2023 at Froedtert Holy Family Memorial Hospital in Manitowoc.

Jim was born on November 24, 1930 in Milwaukee to Maurice and Dorothy Rand DeWein.  Jim grew up in Manitowoc and was a graduate of Lincoln High School having enjoyed playing...

Jan 22, 2023

Susan Merle Van Swearingen, a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend, age 70, a Manitowoc, Wisconsin resident, passed away peacefully surrounded by her son, daughter & son in law on Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.

She was born July 21, 1952, daughter of the late Jerrell & Geraldine McGlothlin. Susan Attended Julliard on...

Jan 21, 2023

Dennis M. Van, age 72, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born January 24, 1950 in Marinette, Wisconsin, son of the late Alphia and Ersel (Olson) Van. Dennis worked in road construction for most of his life, and then was employed with Foley Company...

Jan 19, 2023

Danny Joe Seal, a longtime resident of Manitowoc, WI, passed away unexpectedly at his home on January 19, 2023 at the age of 60.

Danny was born on February 25, 1962 in Elkhart, Indiana to the late Kenneth and Lucile (Ward) Seal, making Danny the youngest of six children. Growing up Danny loved fishing, but his love...

Jan 18, 2023

David J. Cisler, age 81, a resident of Manitowoc, passed away with family by his side on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at his residence.

Dave was born on November 19, 1941 in Two Rivers to the late Jacob and Miriam (Barribeau) Cisler.  He graduated from Washington High School in Two Rivers with the class of 1960.  Dave...

Jan 16, 2023

Susan M. Dewane, age 80, a Manitowoc resident, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 16, 2023 at Rivers Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.

She was born May 8, 1942, daughter of the late William and Vivian (Drace) Dewane. Susan attended St. Joseph's Academy in Green Bay,...

Jan 16, 2023

Charles K. Peronto, age 86, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Monday, January 16, 2023 at his residence.

Chuck was born on May 24, 1936 in Manitowoc to the late Roy and Alice (Krainik) Peronto.  After graduating from Lincoln High School with the class of 1954, he went on to graduate from DeVry Technical Institute...

Jan 13, 2023

Keith A. Richardson, age 75, a resident of Manitowoc, and formerly of Edwardsville, IL, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023 at his residence.

Keith was born on September 9, 1948 in Evansville, IN to the late Kenneth and Lillian (Kissel) Richardson.  He graduated from Parkway High School in Maryland Heights, MO with the class of 1966. ...

Jan 13, 2023

Barbara A. Faucett, age 88, a resident of Two Rivers, and formerly of Pembine, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023 at Meadowview Assisted Living in Two Rivers.

Barb was born on May 22, 1934 in Niagara, WI to the late Paul and Katherine (Yourkoski) Pepera.  She retired as a custodian from the Pembine School District after...

Jan 12, 2023

Michael R. Baeckmann, age 54, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023.

He was born April 1, 1968 in Manitowoc, son of Patricia Ann Crass and the late Roger W. Baeckmann. Mike was the proud owner of Hi-Rise Painting of Milwaukee and worked as a professional painter. He enjoyed golfing, playing pool, traveling and gambling, especially poker. Mike...

Jan 12, 2023

Sophie Schuenemann (nee Wolf), age 90, a resident of West Bend, and formerly Manitowoc, entered Heaven to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 12, 2023.

Sophie was born on January 7, 1933, and was the youngest daughter of Eduard and Julianna Wolf (nee Fandrich) of Germany.  She was confirmed in Landshut, Germany on March...

Jan 7, 2023

Marcella (Marce) Marie Billmeyer Leonard passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at Rivers Bend Health and Rehabilitation, Manitowoc. She formerly lived at 1512 Cherry Road and Fish Creek.  She was born on July 11,1925 to Louis and Vera Adine Williams Billmeyer. For a short while the family lived in LaFarge and Viroqua before moving to Eau Claire.  She...

Jan 4, 2023

Jeanette "Jenie" L. Mrotek, age 92 years young, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at her home.

She was born January 4, 1931 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and Julia (Nedvecki) Pozorski Sr. Jenie attended Lincoln High School, graduating with the class of 1948. On September 23, 1950, she married Joseph S....

Jan 3, 2023

Robert T. Kurtzbach, age 93, a Manitowoc resident, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at Sylvan Crossings of Maritime Gardens in Manitowoc.

Robert was born on November 1, 1929 in Indiana to the late Thomas and Leona (Pozorski) Kurtzbach.  On June 10, 1951, Robert married Delores Van in Marinette.  She preceded him in death on September...