Obituaries

Bryan G. Daily

Bryan G. Daily

Jul 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the loss of Bryan Gary Daily. He passed away peacefully in his sleep, at his favorite place on Bear Lake on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. He was a loving son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend to many. 

From a very early age, Bryan loved music. He was self-taught with guitar, bass and drums....

Stephen A. Schueller

Stephen A. Schueller

Jul 7, 2025

Stephen A. Schueller, age 60, passed away July 7, 2025 from complications of ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) with his wife, Kim by his side. Throughout the difficult, six-year progression of the disease, Steve made the most of every moment, always smiling. He continued to stay upbeat and positive despite his prognosis.

Steve was born November 15, 1964 to Donald and Clara...

Marian J. Baker

Marian J. Baker

Jun 28, 2025

Marian J. Baker, age 86 of Appleton, formerly of Manawa, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025. She was born on September 3, 1938 in Symco, WI; daughter of the late Herbert G. and Mabel M. (Krueger) Fietzer.

She graduated from Little Wolf High School. After high school, she went to work at Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company in Milwaukee, WI. It...

David J. Miller

David J. Miller

Jun 27, 2025

David J. "Grubby" Miller

March 12, 1949 - June 27, 2025

David J. Miller, better known as Grubby Miller, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025 at the age of 76 in Wausau, Wisconsin. He was born on March 12, 1949 in Algoma Wisconsin to Otis and Viola (Haire) Miller.

He made his home in Weyauwega where he raised a...

Michael G. Lemke

Michael G. Lemke

Jun 17, 2025

It is with full hearts and deep gratitude for a life well-lived that we share the passing of Michael G. Lemke, age 79 - a proud Manawa resident since 1971 and a Bear Lake neighbor since 1992. Michael passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, surrounded by his family and the love of the community he gave so much to.

Michael...

Jerald V. Loehrke

Jerald V. Loehrke

Jun 8, 2025

Jerald "Jerry" Vernon Loehrke, age 70, of Weyauwega, WI, went to his heavenly home on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at his residence. He was born on April 6, 1955 in Waupaca, WI to the late Vernon and Delores (Peterson) Loehrke. Jerry married Christine (Kiernicki) Loehrke on January 20, 1995 in Poy Sippi, WI.

Jerry was baptized, confirmed, and was a lifelong...

Dianne R. Johnson

Dianne R. Johnson

Jun 4, 2025

Dianne R. Johnson, 83, entered Eternal Life on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 peacefully at her home in Weyauwega. She was born in Sparta, WI on February 28, 1942, daughter of the late Frank and Esther (Jessie) Storandt. A cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Dianne's life was a testament to the power of family and unconditional love.

Dianne is survived by...

Barbara La Rue

Barbara La Rue

Jun 4, 2025

Barbara Jane La Rue, 73, of Waupaca, Wisconsin went to her heavenly home on June 4, 2025. She resided on Long Lake on the Waupaca Chain O' Lakes. She was born on February 2, 1952 in La Crosse to Howard and Nona (Fillner) Barenthin. Barb married Thomas La Rue on September 26, 1981 in Appleton.

Barb graduated from Galesvile High School in 1969 and...

Margaret L. Fahser

Margaret L. Fahser

Jun 3, 2025

Margaret Lois Fahser, 95 of Manawa, was called to her heavenly home on June 3, 2025. Margaret was born on July 26, 1929, daughter of the late Frank and Martha Dretke-Schefelker and baptized at St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Margaret attended Green Valley School through 7th grade, went to St. Paul's Lutheran School for 8th grade and was confirmed in 1943. She...

Sam A. Lehman

Sam A. Lehman

Jun 3, 2025

Sam Andrew Lehman, age 46, of Waupaca, passed away unexpectedly, the result of a motorcycle accident, on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. He was born in Medford, WI on June 25, 1978, the son of Eli Lehman and Barbara Kaatz.

He attended Little Wolf High School in Manawa. Sam loved gardening, canning, making cheesecake, smoking salmon, and making specialty wines, but his...

Gene D. Gilbertson

Gene D. Gilbertson

May 31, 2025

Gene Duane Gilbertson, age 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Theda Clark in Neenah with family by his side. Gene was born March 22, 1944 in Neenah, son of the late Reuben and Violet (Johnson) Gilbertson.

Gene attended Neenah High School. Upon graduation, Gene joined the Navy. He was stationed in San Diego and served his country...

Gladys L. Scheller

Gladys L. Scheller

May 21, 2025

Gladys Lou (Korth) Scheller, age 87, of Manawa, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. She was born in New London on February 8, 1938 to the late Alfred and Elnora (Popke) Korth.

Gladys was baptized on March 27, 1938, and confirmed at Emanuel Lutheran Church in New London in 1952 by Pastor Walter Pankow.

She lived in New London and attended...

John L. Robbert

John L. Robbert

May 21, 2025

John Leo Robbert, age 55, passed away peacefully May 21, 2025, at home with his family by his side. John was born May 30, 1969, in New London, WI to Dennis and Kathy (Borchardt) Robbert. He attended Weyauwega-Fremont High School. Upon graduation, John joined the Army on June 22, 1987. He was stationed in Germany where he had a son,...

Gregory D. Koehler

Gregory D. Koehler

May 20, 2025

Gregory D. Koehler, 59, of Appleton, went to his heavenly home on May 20, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on August 3, 1965 in New London, to Darrell and Karen (Bartel) Koehler.

Greg was baptized at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Weyauwega and attended St. Peter grade school for the first few years. His family then moved to...

John M. Platta

John M. Platta

May 18, 2025

John Michael Platta, 32, of Weyauwega, formerly of Waupaca, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025. He was born on September 2, 1992 in Wausau to Lee and Michele Mirek-Platta.

As a young boy, John enjoyed playing sports with his friends and classmates. He was especially proud of his Waupaca Youth Baseball teams and a highlight was winning the 2002 W.Y.B....

Jeanette R. Rivers

Jeanette R. Rivers

May 16, 2025

Jeanette Ruth Rivers (Honey), 90, of Manawa, Wisconsin passed away on Friday May 16, 2025, with her family by her side.

She was born on September 12, 1934, in Chicago, IL to the late Achiel and Esther (Braun) Henderickx. She married B. Hall Rivers on September 27, 1952.

Jeanette is survived by her children: David Rivers (Diane), Jan Hass (Jim), Mark Rivers,...

Dale W. Kirsch

Dale W. Kirsch

May 13, 2025

Dale William Kirsch died unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at his home in the Town of Royalton, WI. Dale was born September 26, 1946 in Cheboygan, Michigan, to Muriel and Ike Kirsch. Dale spent 40 years with the love of his life, Barb Kennedy. Together they enjoyed going to the casino and sitting on their porch. He often would...

John F. Flynn

John F. Flynn

May 11, 2025

John Franklin "Jack" Flynn, age 81, passed away on May 11, 2025, in Ogdensburg, Wisconsin. Born on January 18, 1944, in Manawa, Wisconsin, Jack lived a full and vibrant life marked by dedication to his work, deep connections with family and friends, and an enduring sense of humor that brought joy to those around him.

Jack spent 35 years working full-time...

John G. Faskell

John G. Faskell

May 5, 2025

John G. Faskell, age 72, Township of Mukwa, passed away at his residence with his family by his side on Monday, May 5, 2025. He was born October 7, 1952, in New London, son of the late Bernard and Evalina (Paronto) Faskell.

He graduated May 21,1970 from Little Wolf High School and took over running the family dairy farm on May...

Thomas L. Schuelke

Thomas L. Schuelke

Apr 26, 2025

Thomas (Tom) Lee Schuelke, town of Lind, Waupaca Co, age 65, passed away surrounded by his children on April 26, 2025. He was born on September 29, 1959, in New London, the son of Maynard Sr and Janice (Leary) Schuelke. He graduated from Manawa High School in 1979 and started working at the Neenah Foundry, where he worked until he...