Obituaries

Genevra "Genny" M. Collar

Genevra "Genny" M. Collar

Jul 27, 2026

Genevra "Genny" Collar, age 63 of Weyauwega passed away on July 27th, 2026 after a yearlong battle with cancer. Genny was born on September 12th, 1962, in New London, to Francis "Frank" and Eileen (Partika) Collar. Genny spent her childhood on the family farm near Bear Lake and graduated from Little Wolf High School in 1981.

Genny worked at various places...

Clifford Harvey Niemuth

Clifford Harvey Niemuth

Jul 28, 2026

Clifford H. Niemuth, age 80, of Marion, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at his home. He was born to the late Harvey and Lucille (Hansen) Niemuth on December 15, 1945, in the Town of Royalton, Wisconsin. On January 21, 1970 he was united in marriage to Sandra Fowler.Clifford lived a life marked by hard work, perseverance, and a...

Janet Ann Linjer

Janet Ann Linjer

Jul 22, 2026

January 30, 1961 – July 22, 2026

Our beloved mom passed away on July 22, 2026, gently wrapped in the love of her children—Ryan Handschke, Stacy Dennison, and Shauna Timm, and the love of her life, Tim Olson, and their dear dog, Loki.

For five long years she courageously battled pancreatic cancer, yet she never once wavered from living her life to...

William "Bill" R. Sexton

William "Bill" R. Sexton

Jul 22, 2026

Bill Sexton passed away peacefully on the morning of July 22, 2026.A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Bill will be deeply missed by his loving family; son, Ryan (Ellen) Sexton, and daughters, Shelly (Jon) Wertschnig and Stacey (Gary) Petroff; his two grandsons, Adam Sexton and Blake Petroff, and two granddaughters, Josephine and Gwen Wertschnig.

At the family's request, there will be...

Henrietta Augusta Baumer

Henrietta Augusta Baumer

Jul 14, 2026

Henrietta Augusta (Gehrke) Baumer, 91, of Waupaca, WI, formerly of Manawa, passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning, July 14th, 2026 surrounded by loving family at ThedaCare Medical Center in Berlin, WI following a brief illness.

Henrietta was born in sub-zero temperatures in the family Town of Little Wolf farmhouse on January 15, 1935, the youngest of five children of Leonhard and...

Rita M. Schefelker

Rita M. Schefelker

Jul 11, 2026

Rita M. Schefelker, age 100, went to her heavenly home on July 11, 2026. She was born on May 2, 1926 in Manawa, WI, the daughter of Edwin and Elsie (Voss) Jensen. Rita graduated from Little Wolf High School in Manawa, attended college in St. Paul, Minnesota to become a keypunch operator, and briefly worked in Clintonville and Milwaukee.On October...

Gary George Andersen

Gary George Andersen

Jul 8, 2026

Gary G. Andersen, age 71, of Weyauwega, Wisconsin, died on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton. Gary was born on July 24, 1954, in Racine, Wisconsin, the son of James and Dorothy (Douglas) Andersen. He married the former Penny Bohringer. They moved to Weyauwega in 1982.Gary enjoyed fishing, hunting, reading, and caring for wild birds....

Jor Jeanna L. Biddison

Jor Jeanna L. Biddison

Jul 7, 2026

Jor Jeanna Lee Biddison lived life with a camera in her hand, confetti in her pockets, and a heart completely dedicated to her faith, family, and the joy of a great adventure. Following a planned heart surgery on June 18th, Jor Jeanna returned home and appeared to be recovering well. On July 4th, after a lovely drive with Jim, they...

Mildred Irene Janke

Mildred Irene Janke

Jul 7, 2026

Mildred Irene (Bestul) Janke, age 97, of Symco, went to her heavenly home Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at St. Joseph Residence, New London. She was born in the Town of Helvetia, daughter of the late Alvin and Laura (Moen) Bestul.

On November 16, 1946, Mildred was united in marriage to Louis E. Janke at the Evangelical Lutheran Church, Amherst. They enjoyed...

Audrey Jean Rumlow

Audrey Jean Rumlow

Jun 19, 2026

In loving memory of Audrey Jean (Fischer) Rumlow, age 80, who passed away at her home in Weyauwega surrounded by family and friends on Friday, June 19, 2026.

Audrey was born in Waupaca on April 19, 1946, to Voliva & Viola Fischer.

Audrey was the proud owner of Audrey's Cleaning Service, where she cared for her clients as though they were members...

Daniel George Radtke

Daniel George Radtke

Jun 15, 2026

Daniel George Radtke, 76, died in his home in early June.

Dan was an extremely kindhearted man who tried to find the best in all people. He was resilient and persevered through many challenges. Honesty and fairness were embedded in his soul, and guided many of his relationships and interactions with people.

Dan based his entire life in the New London /...

Stella Rose Cornelius

Stella Rose Cornelius

Jun 12, 2026

Stella Rose (Menting) Cornelius, age 92, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026. She was born on September 21, 1933 in Phlox, Wisconsin to Albert and Rose (DeBroux) Menting. She married Bernard Cornelius on January 19, 1952 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Phlox. He preceded her in death on August 24, 2012.

Stella enjoyed weaving rugs, baking cookies, and baking pies for...

Sharon Diane Riske

Sharon Diane Riske

Jun 5, 2026

Sharon D. Riske, age 77, of Manawa, passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026 at Theda Clark Regional Medical Center in Neenah. She was born on December 2, 1948 in Clintonville, daughter of the late Leonard and Elnora (Krieser) Desens. Sharon graduated from Marion High School. On July 11, 1970, she was united in marriage to Donald Riske. He preceded her in death...

Annette May Pamperin

Annette May Pamperin

Jun 4, 2026

Annette "Ann" May Pamperin, age 62, passed away from cancer on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Appleton Regional Medical Center. She was born March 11, 1964, daughter of Larry and Jan Martochko.

Ann is survived by her loving husband, Kurt Pamperin; daughter, Becky Schmoll (Chris Ritchie); granddaughter, Angel; mother, Jan Martochko; brother, Mike Martochko (Cindy Cheek); sister, Mary Keehn; brother-in-law, Mike...

Mina M. Miller

Mina M. Miller

Jun 4, 2026

Mina M. Miller, age 93 of Waupaca, formerly of Weyauwega, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026. She was born September 27, 1932, in Spirit Falls, WI, daughter of the late Kelly and Almeda (Fields) Crowell. Mina married James Miller on December 1, 1962, and they shared 59 years together until his passing on November 10, 2022.

Mina is survived by...

Janet M. Bauer

Janet M. Bauer

Jun 2, 2026

Janet M. Bauer, age 72, of New London, entered eternal life on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on September 25, 1953, in New London, the daughter of the late Geary and Kathleen (Mulroy) Wilson.

Janet graduated from New London High School before earning a bachelor's degree in education from UW-Stevens Point. On June...

Mark J. Craig

Mark J. Craig

May 30, 2026

Mark James Craig, a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, friend and hero went to his heavenly home at the age of 62 on Saturday, May 30, 2026 after a short and courageous battle with kidney cancer. Mark, also known as Chester by many, was born November 24, 1963, son of Donald Lewis and Mary Ann (Knudsen) Craig at the...

Douglas Robert Duxbury

Douglas Robert Duxbury

May 27, 2026

Douglas Robert Duxbury, age 53, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Doug was born on August 25, 1972, to Robert and Joan Duxbury. As the middle child of three, he spent his childhood in Mosinee alongside his siblings and close friends, making lifelong memories and enjoying endless adventures together.

Doug was an excellent athlete with a lifelong love of...

Duane "Woody" M. Niemuth

Duane "Woody" M. Niemuth

May 14, 2026

Duane "Woody" M. Niemuth, age 89, of Shawano, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Shawano Hospital. He was born to the late Harvey and Lucille (Hansen) Niemuth on May 13, 1937.

Woody worked for Gabriels Flower Shop and Floral Hill Cemetery, both in New London. When his younger brother Glen started his business, he helped him out some...

Loretta Jean Skewes

Loretta Jean Skewes

May 4, 2026

Loretta Jean Skewes passed away peacefully in Sun Prairie, WI on May 4, 2026. A lifelong teacher, devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and friend to so many. For 94 years, she walked this world with grace, kindness, resilience, and a heart especially tender toward children.

Her love for children was woven throughout her life. She faithfully served with the New London...