Kay E. McClurg
Aug 9, 2025
Kay E. (Dobratz) McClurg, was born on December 2, 1954 in Green Bay, Wisconsin to DuWayne Dobratz and Anita (Skoglund) Dobratz and passed away on August 9, 2025 after battling stomach cancer for several months. She married Keith McClurg on October 18, 2003 and is survived by her husband Keith; her sons: Aaron Michael (Jill) Timm, Matthew Paul (Bobbie Jo)...
Terry G. Johnson
Aug 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Terry Gene Johnson, 50, of Manawa, Wisconsin, who left us unexpectedly in an accident on Thursday, August 7, 2025. He was born on April 10, 1975, in Appleton, son of Gene and Helen (Voeks) Johnson. Terry was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, leaving a lasting impact...
Dennis Patri
Aug 4, 2025
                                On August 4, 2025, Dennis A. Patri, age 73, entered his eternal home after dying peacefully at his home near Manawa, Wisconsin. He was born on March 8, 1952, son of the late Arnold and Beatrice (Abraham) Patri, Township of Little Wolf.
Dennis graduated from Little Wolf High School in 1970. He was an avid gardener and attended Gateway Technical...
                                
Jerald Phillip James Hurst
Aug 3, 2025
                                Jerald "Jerry" P. Hurst, age 74, of Weyauwega, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with illness. He was born on January 10, 1951, in Kaukauna, son of the late Floyd and Norine (Vandenberg) Hurst. Jerry lived a life marked by service, creativity, and deep devotion to his family and community.
Jerry dedicated many years to...
                                
Craig Dain
Aug 2, 2025
                                Craig Clarence Dain, age 67 of Manawa, passed away at the Manawa Community Nursing Center after a battle with ALS. He was born on December 27, 1957, to Kenneth and Jean (Behnke) Dain of Ogdensburg.
Craig attended Little Wolf High School in Manawa and graduated in 1976. After graduation Craig joined the National Guards where he guarded the prison in...
                                
Duane O. Arndt
Aug 1, 2025
                                Duane O. Arndt, age 77, of Manawa, passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025 at his home. He was born on January 27, 1948, in New London, son of the late Leander and Marion (Natzke) Arndt.
Duane graduated from Weyauwega-Fremont High School in 1966. He worked at Quality Feed and Seed in Weyauwega until he joined the Army and served his country honorably...
                                
Carmen L. Bessette
Jul 29, 2025
Carmen L. Bessette, age 77, of Manawa, went home to the Lord on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. She was born on October 24, 1947 in Neenah, daughter of the late George and Thelma (Lee) Dervin. She married James Bessette and he preceded her in death in 2002. Carmen enjoyed gardening, ceramics, and movies. She ended her work career in retail....
Sharon L. Kadolph
Jul 26, 2025
                                Sharon Leah (Schroeder) Kadolph, 91, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025 with family by her side. She was born on October 20, 1933, at home in Northport, WI, daughter of the late Elmer and Bernice Schroeder.
She attended Stanley's Landing School through her elementary years, and then New London High School. She graduated with the class of 1952. She met...
                                
Gary R. Lamkins
Jul 20, 2025
                                In Loving Memory of Gary Robert Lamkins
It is with deep sorrow and broken hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Gary Robert Lamkins on July 20, 2025, at the age of 72.
Gary was a devoted father, loving husband, and loyal friend. His life was marked by kindness, hard work, and selfless devotion to his family. His love for his...
                                
Roger A. Steinbach
Jul 18, 2025
                                Roger Steinbach, of Manawa, age 85, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025. He was born in Iola, WI on October 12, 1939, to the late Arthur and Celia Steinbach. He graduated from Little Wolf High School and married Colleen (Otten) in 1961.
Roger was a country boy at heart. He loved the farming life, owning his own farm for 64...
                                
Nancy A. Gorell
Jul 10, 2025
Nancy A. Gorell, age 72, of Weyauwega, was called to her heavenly home on Thursday, July 10, 2025. She was born in Appleton on October 15, 1952, daughter of the late Harry and Wilma (Schiefelbein) Selig. A cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Nancy's legacy is a testament to the beauty of a life anchored in faith, love and...
Erdwin "Ed" Krause
Jul 10, 2025
                                Erdwin "Ed" Arthur Krause Sr. 84, of Symco/Manawa, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2025. He was born on October 25, 1940 in Appleton to the late Erdwin and Gertrude (Berger) Krause. Erdwin married Jean (Thompson) Krause on Sept 2, 1969 in Wheaton, Illinois.
Ed enjoyed woodworking, reading and operating radio remote controlled airplaines, cars and helicopters. His hobbies also included playing...
                                
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
                                

