Obituaries

Jan 12, 2026

Gregory A. Martell, age 74, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Monday, January 12, 2026 at his home.

He was born April 23, 1951, son of the late Lawrence and Janet (Szymczyk) Martell. Greg attended Lincoln High School, graduating with the class of 1970. He enlisted in the United States Air Force and proudly served as an air...

Jan 12, 2026

Mark M. Matzke, age 71, went to his eternal home on January 12, 2026. "I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith" (2 Timothy 4:7).

Mark was born on September 14, 1954, in Algoma, WI, to Ruben and Alvina Matzke. He was baptized and confirmed into Christ.

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Jan 11, 2026

Helen M. Junk, age 93, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at Harbor View Assisted Living in Manitowoc.

Helen was born on July 22, 1932 in Mishicot to the late John and Agnes (Hronek) Rhein.  She graduated with honors from Mishicot High School, class of 1950. She then worked at Mirro...

Jan 8, 2026

Leroy Orville Werlein , age 84, of Manitowoc, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at St. Mary's Nursing Home.

Lee was born on April 4, 1941, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, to the late Francis W. and Evelyn L. (Nelson) Werlein. At an early age, Lee moved with his parents and brother to Panama, where...

Jan 7, 2026

Georgiana "George" Vogel Witt peacefully passed away on January 7, 2026, at age 96. She was born on January 1, 1930, in Manitowoc to Louis and Agnes Denk. Georgiana married Paul Vogel October 1, 1949, after his passing she then married Lloyd Witt on September 30, 1977.

George worked in the Housekeeping Departments at Holy Family Hospital...

Jan 6, 2026

Audra Jean Turczynski, age 58, a Sheboygan resident, passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at Aurora Medical Center, Mount Pleasant, WI.

She was born November 10, 1967 in Manitowoc, daughter of Dennis Tompkins and the late Maxine (Meyer) Tompkins. Audra had a passion for shopping, especially for clothes, jewelry, and glass. She was a loving and caring...

Jan 5, 2026

With great sadness we share that Douglas Quiren Sleger passed away on January 5, 2026, at age 87. He was born on November 2, 1938, to Quiren and Beatrice Sleger. He was the beloved husband of Marjorie for over 68 years, and became father to four sons.

After graduating from high school, he began a secular career...

Jan 2, 2026

Kyle R. Schmidt, age 32, a resident of Green Bay, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, January 2, 2026.

In a world that often rushes past the quiet brilliance of a life well lived, Kyle stood as a steady flame—fierce in his love, generous in spirit, and unwaveringly true to his word.

Kyle...

Jan 1, 2026

Walter C. Kitzerow Jr, age 84, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice, Sheboygan Falls.

He was born May 31, 1941 in Manitowoc, son of the late Walter C. Kitzerow Sr. and Genevieve (Robbinson) Kitzerow. Wally attended Lincoln High School, graduating with the class of 1959. Following high school,...

Dec 31, 2025

Diane Pivonka, age 71, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, independence, and lifelong service to others. Diane was born on September 25, 1954, in Manitowoc, to the late Marvin and Margaret A. (Schuh) Pivonka. She grew up in Clarks Mills and graduated from Valders High School with the Class of 1972.

A lifelong advocate...

Dec 30, 2025

Barbara Ann (Zilk) Wagner, age 77, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at Froedtert Holy Family Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.

She was born July 24, 1948 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late James and Florence (Betke) Zilk. Barb attended Lincoln High School until her family moved to Denver, Colorado. She then attended Bear Creek High...

Dec 30, 2025

Miranda "Randy Roy" Mae Jergenson passed away peacefully December 30, 2025, at age 36.

She was born on October 31, 1989 to Debi McDonald and Michael Jergenson in Two Rivers, Wisconsin. Growing up she enjoyed wreaking havoc on those who knew her; keeping her parents and siblings on their toes was her favorite pastime. Her love for...

Dec 29, 2025

Sally Zimmerman Gardapee passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, December 29th, 2025.

Sally was born Sally Frances Sedall on April 21st, 1952, to Don and Bette Sedall in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. She graduated with the class of 1970 from Lincoln High School in Wisconsin Rapids.

She married John Reetz in August 1974 in Stevens...

Dec 28, 2025

Natalie Kathryn Docter (née Darguzis), of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, passed away on December 28, 2025, at the age of 90, following a brief illness.

Natalie was a woman of deep faith, quick wit, and steady warmth. In her final days, she was comforted by the words of Psalm 23, "The Lord is my shepherd," a passage she carried...

Dec 28, 2025

Ronald A. Francisco, age 77, a resident of Two Rivers, entered eternal life with his wife by his side on Sunday, December 28, 2025.

Ron was born on October 13, 1948, in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, to the late Arnold and Violet (Kroening) Francisco. He graduated from Washington High School in Two Rivers with the class of 1966....

Dec 25, 2025

David "D.J." Waniger, age 36, passed away on December 25, 2025. He was born on January 15, 1989, in Two Rivers to Randall "Randy" and Lori Waniger. After graduating from Lincoln High School, D.J. went on to earn his bachelor's degree from UW–Green Bay. Following his education, he built a dedicated career at Krueger International, where he was employed...

Dec 24, 2025

James (Lucky, Jim) Luchsinger was married to Dori for 47 years. They have one daughter Kristie (Zeth) Lampereur and two beloved grandsons Zeth Jr. and Zackery Lampereur. The boys spent a good portion of their childhood at our house. He is survived by his mother Joan Luchsinger, his mother-in-law Geneva Dueno, ten brothers and sisters and six bothers-in-law and...

Dec 24, 2025

Heidi Jo Schaller, age 57, an Appleton resident, passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2025 in St. Nazianz, following a brief battle with ALS.

She was born February 18, 1968 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Richard and Jane (Pankratz) Schaller. Heidi attended Valders High School, graduating with the class of 1986. She continued her education at LTC...

Dec 23, 2025

Lois Ann Witczak (Age 89) passed away in Green Bay, WI on Tuesday morning on December 23, 2025. She was born on August 5, 1936 in Manitowoc, WI to Felix and Lucille (Klosinski) Witczak. She attended St. Mary's and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1953 at age 16.

Lois went to UW Whitewater and graduated as...

Dec 21, 2025

Ethan Grover Cizauskas found his peace on December 21, 2025, at the age of 29. Born in Sheboygan on March 12, 1996, to Laurel (Heinig) and Michael Cizauskas, Ethan lived a life full of passion and dedication. He graduated from Lincoln High School in Manitowoc in 2014 and soon after enlisted in the US Army, where he served with...