Obituaries
Esther R. Bennig
Jun 8, 2024
Esther Ruby Kuehnast Bennig, age 104, of Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin passed away on June 8, 2024 at Pine Haven Christian Home.
She was born at home near Thor, Iowa on December 21, 1919. After attending rural schools she graduated from Thor High School as valedictorian in 1938 and received several scholarships to business schools. In 1940 she married Otto R. Bennig,...
Don L. Schmitt
Jun 8, 2024
Donald “Don” L. Schmitt was called home by His Lord & Savior on June 8th, 2024 at Sharon S. Richardson Hospice. Don was the son of the late Peter Sr. & Ruth (Grotegut) Schmitt and was born in Byron, Michigan on July 8, 1936. He graduated from Kiel High School in 1954.
Don served his country in the U S Army from 1955...
Patricia Ann Vercouteren
Jun 7, 2024
Patricia Ann Vercouteren, 73, of Oostburg, went Home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, June 7, 2024, at her home after a long journey with diabetes that took a toll on her over the past 35 years.
Pat was born on March 30, 1951, to Stanley and Betty (Mac Williams) Pantel in Sheboygan. Pat was united in marriage...
Christine Elizabeth "Pixie" Penner
Jun 4, 2024
Christine Elizabeth “Pixie” Penner passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 4, 2024.
Beloved sister of Patricia Penner, (John Newell), Deborah Essenburg, Marcia Penner, Robert Todd Penner, (Sonja) and Carl Penner, (Jonni). Cherished aunt of Christopher Pax, Julia Van Dinter, Alexandra and Katherine Essenburg. Bobby Penner, and Melanie Penner.
Loving great aunt to Sophia and William Van Dinter and Olivia Pax. Preceded in...
Harry W. Makoutz
Jun 2, 2024
Harry W. Makoutz passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice surrounded by his loving family. He was 94 years old.
Harry was born July 13, 1929 in Milwaukee, the son of John and Verna (Kowalosk) Makoutz.
On February 7, 1948, he was united in marriage with Patricia Filz in Milwaukee, and they were “lovers always.” He loved...
James Forrest Russell
Jun 1, 2024
James F. Russell, 87, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away on June 1, 2024, at Pine Haven Covenant Home where he was a resident for the past three years.
Jim was born October 3, 1936 to Forrest O. and Elvera V. (Jefson) Russell in La Crosse, Wisconsin. In 1954, Jim graduated from La Crosse Central High School. He continued his education at...
Kyaw Eh
Jun 1, 2024
Kyaw Eh, 20, of Sheboygan, passed away at Aurora Sheboygan County Medical Center on June 1, 2024.
Kyaw Eh was born in Thailand to his mother, Muya Htoo now of Sheboygan.
He was a beloved child of God, had a happy spirit, especially when praying and enjoyed fishing.
Kyaw Eh was a member of Immanuel Christian Church and a graduate of Sheboygan North...
RoseMarie Senkbeil
May 31, 2024
RoseMarie Senkbeil of Sheboygan, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024, at Sheboygan Senior Community. God sent this beautiful angel and blessed her with nearly 105 years on the earth to love, teach, and spread His word. As far as the family is informed, RoseMarie was the oldest resident of Sheboygan County.
RoseMarie was born on August 23, 1919, in the...
Mildred Olszewski
May 27, 2024
Mildred “Millie” Jane Olszewski (Kolich)
Devoted Mother and Caregiver
Mildred “Millie” Jane Olszewski (Kolich), 94, died peacefully on Monday, May 27, 2024, with her youngest daughter by her side. She was a resident of Pine Haven Assisted Living in Sheboygan Falls, WI.
Millie was born April 20, 1930, in Escanaba, Michigan, to Michael and Katherine Kolich. Millie was one of fourteen children and...
Douglas L. Kennell
May 23, 2024
Douglas Lentz Kennell, formerly of Gettysburg, PA, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024 at Plymouth Health Services, his home of the last 3 years.
Doug was born August 14, 1951 in Gettysburg, PA, the son of Arthur and Mary Louise (Cole) Kennell. He graduated from Gettysburg High School, and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in history from Indiana University...
Thomas L. Keyes
May 23, 2024
Thomas L. Keyes, 92, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away peacefully at Pine Haven Christian Home on Thursday, May 23, 2024.
Thomas was born September 12, 1931 in Sheboygan, the son of Edmund and Arletta (Scharinger) Keyes. In 1949, he graduated from Plymouth High School, and went on to study farming in Madison, and later graduated with a degree in Tool Design...
Mary Katherine "Kay" O'Donnell
May 21, 2024
Mary Katherine “Kay” O’Donnell passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. She was 89 years old.
Kay was born September 9, 1934 in North Tonawanda, NY, the daughter of Frank and Florence (Maderer) Greene. She graduated from North Tonawanda High School.
Kay was united in marriage with Lawrence O’Donnell in New York. He preceded her in death in...
Mark Lewis DeRuyter
May 21, 2024
Mark DeRuyter, 81, of Cedar Grove, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Rocky Knoll Health Center.
Mark was born on October 24, 1942, to Lewis and Ruth (Lammers) DeRuyter. He graduated from Cedar Grove High School in 1960.
Mark was united in marriage to Carol DeSmith on October 16, 1965. She preceded him in death on March 3, 1998.
Mark was...
John Allen Navis
May 16, 2024
John Allen Navis, 80, of Waldo, went Home peacefully into the arms of his Lord on Thursday, May 16, 2024, after dealing with various health issues over the last several years.
John was born on October 8, 1943, to Alwin and Anne (Joosse) Navis in Sheboygan. He graduated from Oostburg High School in 1961. John went on to graduate from Sheboygan...
Audrey Y. Burwell
May 15, 2024
Audrey Y. Burwell, aged 92, died in Scottsdale AZ on May 15, 2024.
The daughter of Arthur and Irene (DeMaster) Vruwink, Audrey was born August 19, 1931, in Cedar Grove, Wisconsin. She attended CG Grade and High Schools and Sheboygan Business College.
On February 10, 2001, she married Gary Burwell in St Charles Missouri. He preceded her in death. Audrey was also...
Dale M. Lueck
May 10, 2024
Dale Martin Lueck, 76, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away at his home with his family by his side.
Dale was born on May 23, 1947, to Leslie & Luean (Krueger) Lueck in Merrill, WI. He attended Fox Valley Lutheran High School and continued his education at University of Wisconsin Stout where he graduated with a Bachelor of Industrial Engineering.
On June 20,...
Audrey M. Krase
May 4, 2024
Audrey M. Krase passed away peacefully Saturday evening, May 4, 2024, at Sheboygan Senior Community, her home of the last 3 years. She was 92 years old.
Audrey was born October 31, 1931 in Seymour, the daughter of Emil and Gertrude (Kubale) Wimmer. She graduated from Freedom High School in 1948.
On June 10, 1950, she was united in marriage with Milton...
Carl T. Peters
May 1, 2024
Carl T. Peters passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center with his children by his side. He was 66 years old.
Carl was born August 21, 1957 in Milwaukee, the son of Carl and Alvera (Plopper) Peters. He graduated from Nicolet High School.
On May 11, 1985 he was united in marriage with Vickie Verhaalen....
Arlyn A. "Bobby" Day
Apr 26, 2024
Arlyn Arthur “Bobby” Day passed away on Thursday, April 26, 2024 at Cedar Grove Gardens in Cedar Grove, Wisconsin. He was 84 years old. Arlyn’s eldest grandson, Nicholas , nicknamed him “Bobby” after being told that the Howie Mandel cartoons called “Bobby’s World” described his grandfather’s adventures when he was a little boy. Arlyn’s grandsons’ favorite memories are spending hours...
Christopher Woodruff Lillie
Apr 26, 2024
Christopher Woodruff Lillie, 69, of Marietta, Georgia, passed away peacefully into the Lord’s presence surrounded by his family on Friday, April 26, 2024, at his home.
Chris was born on September 27, 1954, to James W. Jr. and Barbara (Scott) Lillie in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. He graduated from The Hun School of Princeton (NJ) in 1972, Covenant College in Lookout Mountain,...