Lynn "Rocky" H. Rockwell
Aug 25, 2026
Lynn “Rocky” H. Rockwell, age 77, of Manitowoc, entered eternal life with his family by his side, at Aurora BayCare Medical Center on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Rocky was born September 7, 1948, in Kewaunee, to the late Glenn and Dorothy (Stuebs) Rockwell. On February 26, 1982, Rocky married Julia in Scottsdale, AZ, and they spent 44 years walking together in...
Jennifer Ray
Aug 24, 2026
Jennifer Ray (Hammons), beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and devoted animal lover, passed away peacefully with her loving husband, Doyle Hammons, by her side at Holy Family Hospital.
Jennifer was born on October 2, 1983, in Madison County, Indiana. She graduated from Eastbay High School in Gibsonton, Florida. On October 31, 2022, she married the love of her life, Doyle Hammons,...
James "Coops" E. Cooper
Aug 22, 2026
James “Coops” E. Cooper, age 74, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Saturday, August 22, 2026 at his home.
He was born March 13, 1952 in Ohio, son of the late Wayne and Ruth (Keck) Cooper. He attended primary school in Ohio before moving to Manitowoc, where he attended UW Manitowoc and LTC. Coops was employed with Manitowoc Crane for most of...
Jill R. Backus
Aug 19, 2026
Jill Ruth (Titzkowski) Backus, age 78, of Cato, Wisconsin, passed away on August 19, 2026 with family by her side.
Born on August 25, 1947 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin to the late Alvin and Ruth (Hecker) Titzkowski, Jill grew up with her brother, Tom. She graduated from Oshkosh High School and continued her education at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, graduating with a...
Diane M. Hansen
Aug 15, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of Diane M. Hansen. Diane was born on January 15, 1949, in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, a daughter of Leslie J. and Grace Koutnik Valleskey. She peacefully transitioned out of this life on August 15, 2026 surrounded by her family.
Diane graduated a class officer of the Manitowoc Lincoln High School class of...
Gary "Skibby" Ribbens
Aug 14, 2026
Gary “Skibby” Ribbens, age 65, a St Nazianz resident, passed away August 14, 2026, at St Elizabeth’s Hospital in Appleton, following complications from a medical procedure after years of dealing with heart issues.
Gary was born June 14, 1961, in Oshkosh and adopted by the late Chester and Caroline Ribbens. He attended Kiel High School and retired from Ameriquip in New...
David "Heimy" Heimerman
Aug 14, 2026
David “Heimy” Heimerman, age 52, a resident of Manitowoc, passed away with family by his side on Friday, August 14, 2026 at Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay.
Heimy was born on February 1, 1974, son of Bruce and Debra (Baxter) Heimerman. After attending Lincoln High School, he went on to work at Federal Mogul and Color Craft. But Heimy’s...
Leon J. Lutzke
Aug 14, 2026
Leon J. Lutzke, age 83, a rural Valders resident, passed away on August 14, 2026, at New Day Assisted Living in Manitowoc, surrounded by his family.
Leon was born on July 10, 1943 at home in the Town of Liberty, son of the late Elton and Rita (Stahl) Lutzke. He graduated from St. Gregory High School, St. Nazianz, with the class...
Timothy (Tim) James Falat
Aug 10, 2026
Timothy (Tim) James Falat, age 70, of Manitowoc, WI, passed away peacefully in his home on Monday, August 10, 2026.
Tim, born in Burlington, IA, was a brilliant, hardworking person, known for his incredible wisdom and clairvoyance in the antique business he practiced around the country. The expertise he exhibited provided the support for his family, which started when he met...
Dale N. Miller
Aug 8, 2026
Dale Norman Miller, a kind, loving, intelligent and wonderfully funny man, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2026, at the age of 80. He was born in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin and raised in Gillett, later relocated to Green Bay. He was a man who made an impression on everyone who was fortunate enough to know him. His intelligence and curiosity...
Gracie Marie Clark
Aug 6, 2026
Gracie Marie Clark went to Heaven on August 6, 2026, at age 17. Gracie was born on June 3, 2009, in Coldwater, Michigan, to her parents Ashley Brown and Michael Clark.
Gracie had the most beautiful soul. Any room she rolled in, she lit up with her contagious smile and laugh. Gracie showed her strength just hours after being born, by...
Delmar "Del" Decker
Aug 3, 2026
Delmar “Del” Decker passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on August 3, 2026, at age 73. Del was born on November 3, 1952, in Manitowoc to George and Anna (Herdina) Decker. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1971. He went on to become a dedicated employee at Radant’s, and never called in sick during his...
Janet M. Moser
Aug 1, 2026
Janet M. Moser, age 90, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2026 at Complete Care at Manitowoc (Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center).
She was born January 26, 1936 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Albert and Lucille (Peterson) Lutz. Janet attended Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, graduating with the class of 1956. On September 14, 1957 she married Ronald K....
James Joseph Behringer
Jul 29, 2026
James Joseph Behringer, age 89, dedicated father and grandfather, as well as active outdoorsman, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 in Janesville, WI.
Jim was born in Milwaukee, WI on January 18, 1937 to the late Elmer and Gertrude (Niquette) Behringer. He moved to Manitowoc at age 2, where he spent most of his life.
After graduating from Lincoln High School...
Dana Kaderabek
Jul 22, 2026
Dana Kaderabek, beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on July 22, 2026, at the age of 37, leaving behind an unwavering devotion to those she loved.
Dana was born on May 12, 1989, in New Delhi, India. She was adopted in August of 1990, and we immediately fell in love with her soft and quiet personality. She was...
Clarice Dion Marie Jacobson
Jul 21, 2026
Clarice Dion Marie Jacobson, age 30, a resident of San Antonio, Texas, formerly of Manitowoc, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Her passing leaves a deep and profound ache in the hearts of those who loved her.
She was born September 13, 1995, in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, daughter of Ronald and Renee (Metzger) Jacobson. Clarice attended Lincoln High School, graduating with the...
Randy V. Walters
Jul 19, 2026
Randolph V. Walters, age 75, a Manitowoc resident, passed away peacefully with his loving wife Teresa at his side on Sunday morning, July 19, 2026, at his home.
Randy was born August 21, 1950, in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, son of the late Victor and Helen (Lawler) Walters. Randy attended Manitowoc Lincoln High School and graduated with the class of 1968. He married...
Norman L. Hoefert
Jul 16, 2026
Norman L. Hoefert, age 77, a Manitowoc resident, passed away peacefully with Carolyn at his side on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at Magnolia Meadows Assisted Living, Manitowoc.
He was born November 1, 1948 in Wautoma, Wisconsin, son of the late Norman and Lucy (Hilgendorf) Hoefert. Norm attended Slinger High School, graduating with the class of 1966. He continued his education at...
Jeffery K. Arndt
2026
Jeffery K. Arndt, age 73, of De Pere, WI, passed away on July 5, 2026. Jeff was born in Manitowoc, WI on December 15, 1952. He graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the Class of 1970.
In 1972, Jeff enlisted in the U.S. Army as a Nuclear Weapons Electronics Specialist, and was honorably discharged in 1974. Following his service in...
Ann M. Zelinski
2026
Ann M. Zelinski, age 65, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family, on July 3, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Ann was born in Manitowoc on November 18, 1960, to her parents James and Dolores (Ozga) Rezba. She attended Holy Innocents Catholic School and then graduated from Roncalli High School in 1979. Ann then graduated...
