Obituaries

Haleta K. Otte

Haleta K. Otte

Feb 5, 2024

Haleta K. Otte, passed away Monday morning, February 5, 2024 at Lakehouse in Sheboygan. She was one day shy of 90 years old.

 Haleta was born February 6, 1934 in the Town of Alto in Fond du Lac County, the daughter of John and Winnie (Searvogel) Riel. She graduated from Waupun High School in 1951. 

 On October 9, 1953, she was united...

Laverna Marie Arndt

Laverna Marie Arndt

Jan 30, 2024

Laverna Marie Arndt, 75, of Oostburg, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, in Tucson Estates, Arizona.

Laverna was born on July 20, 1948, to Gerald and Gertrude (Young) Dennis. On July 2, 1966, she was united in marriage to Dale Arndt in Newfoundland, Canada. 

Laverna enjoyed playing dartball, golf, bingo and was an avid Packers and Brewers fan. She loved...

Kathleen H. Keyes

Kathleen H. Keyes

Jan 29, 2024

Kathleen H. Keyes, 86, passed away at her home in Sheboygan Falls on Monday, January 29, 2024. 

Kathleen was born May 21, 1937 in Sheboygan, the daughter of Paul and Hilda (Marten) Reineking. She graduated from Plymouth High School in 1955, and went on to study library science and insurance underwriting.

On March 2, 1957, she was united in marriage with Thomas...

Carl James Hocevar

Carl James Hocevar

Jan 24, 2024

Carl Hocevar passed away in his home in Wilsonville, Oregon on January 24, 2024.

Born on January 11, 1940 he was the son of the late Joseph and Margaret Hocevar. Carl grew up in Kohler, WI, and was the oldest of four brothers.

He excelled in academics in high school, competed in pole-vaulting and played on the football team. Carl earned his...

Brian Lemmenes

Brian Lemmenes

Jan 19, 2024

Brian Lemmenes, beloved son of A. Glenn and the late Priscilla Lemmenes, passed away peacefully on 1/19/2024 following a year long struggle with pancreatic cancer. He is survived by his devoted wife, Laura (Leonhardt) Lemmenes, and their two cherished children; Valerie Lemmenes (JJ Juszczak) & Matthew (fiancé Rei Takeda). Brian’s love extended to his role as an adoring “Florida” grandpa...

William Howard Stoffregen

William Howard Stoffregen

Jan 19, 2024

William Harold Stoffregen, 93, of Sheboygan Falls, entered Eternal Life on Friday, January 19, 2024, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.

Bill was born on November 15, 1930, to Harold and Eleanor (Ramer) Stoffregen. He graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1949.In his youth, he enjoyed racing pigeons and playing sports. 

On May 21, 1952, he was united in marriage to...

Nancy Louise Bandurski

Nancy Louise Bandurski

Jan 19, 2024

Nancy Louise Bandurski, 89, of Oostburg, passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024, at Aurora Medical Center – Sheboygan.

Nancy was born to Charles and Ina (Smith) Treloar on November 6, 1934, in Mineral Point. She loved sewing, crocheting, baking, and canning from the garden.

Loving mother of Rhonda (the late Darwin) Anderson, Nanette (Gene) Smith, Barbara (Fred) Kottke, Karen (Dustin) Mastrocola...

John Novak

John Novak

Jan 18, 2024

John Peter Novak, 74, of Newton, WI, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024.

John was born on March 20, 1949, to John Sr. and Veronica Novak in Chicago, IL. John served in the US Marine Corps for 4 years and was discharged as a Sergeant E5. He graduated from Southern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. 

John...

Steven Mueller

Steven Mueller

Jan 14, 2024

Steven Arthur Mueller, 76, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin. 

Steve was born on February 12, 1947, to Leroy and Delores (Widder) Mueller. He graduated from Sheboygan Falls High School and enjoyed playing football.

On July 11, 1990, he was united in marriage to Virginia “Ginny” Peterson. 

Steve worked as a...

Janet M. Rooker

Janet M. Rooker

Jan 12, 2024

 

Janet M. (Kraemer) Rooker, age 93, of Sheboygan Falls, WI passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.  Janet was born on July 4, 1930, to the late Edwin and Leona (Hagenow) Kraemer in the Town of Russel. She was very proud to share her birthday with her granddaughter, Brittani.

 

Janet graduated from Kiel High...

Cindy Kay Hockenhull

Cindy Kay Hockenhull

Jan 11, 2024

Cindy Kay Hockenhull, 60, of Howards Grove, went Home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at her home.

Cindy was born to James and Carol (Mulder) Budrick on May 18, 1963, in Port Washington. She graduated from Sheboygan Falls High School in 1981 and went on to obtain a bachelor’s in occupational therapy from UW-Madison. She...

Ernest J. Blok

Ernest J. Blok

Jan 9, 2024

Ernest “Ernie” Blok, age 81, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan with his wife by his side.

Ernest was born July 28, 1942 in Sheboygan, the son of Abraham and Maude (Cevaal) Blok. He attended Oostburg Christian and Oostburg High School.

On May 12, 1979, Ernie was united in marriage with...

Curtis Carl Robshaw

Curtis Carl Robshaw

Jan 6, 2024

Curtis Carl Robshaw, 69, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 6th, 2024, at his home.

Curt was born on May 4, 1954, to Francis W. (Jr.) and Crystal (Schmalz) Robshaw. He graduated from Ashwaubenon High School in 1974 and attended the University of Wisconsin Green Bay.

Curt worked at Kohler Company for over 40 years, retiring in January of...

Thomas McPherson

Thomas McPherson

Jan 3, 2024

Thomas McPherson, 83, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Aurora Medical Center – Sheboygan.

Tom was born to Bert and Helen (Latimer) McPherson on February 27, 1940, in Gladstone, MI. He was employed in Public Works for the City of Sheboygan Falls for many years.

Tom was an avid fisherman and Packers...

Alex Michael Debbink

Alex Michael Debbink

Dec 29, 2023

Alex Michael Debbink, 33, unexpectedly passed away Friday, December 29, 2023, as a result of cardiac arrest.

Alex is survived by his wife Emily Booth; his parents, Christine and Michael Debbink; and his brother Andrew Debbink (Jessica Lustman). Those who preceded him in death include his paternal grandparents, Marvin and MaryAnn Debbink; his maternal grandparents, Betty and Richard Young;...

Jeffrey S. Barthels

Jeffrey S. Barthels

Dec 29, 2023

 

SHEBOYGAN FALLS - Jeffrey Scott Barthels, 64, passed away Friday, December 29, 2023 surrounded by his family at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice. He fought with unwavering strength, resilience and grace throughout a challenging 3 year cancer journey.

Jeffrey was born July 14, 1959 in Sheboygan, the son of Kenneth and Shirley (Gabrielse) Barthels. He grew up in...

James J. Treat Jr.

James J. Treat Jr.

Dec 28, 2023

James Jairus Treat Jr. passed away Thursday evening, December 28, 2023, at Aurora Medical Center – Sheboygan County after a long battle with health issues. He was 89 years old.

James was born May 30, 1934, in Elmira, New York, the son of James Sr. and Irene Hosley Treat. After graduating, he proudly served his country in the United States...

Jean Van Dixhorn

Jean Van Dixhorn

Dec 26, 2023

 

Jean Ann (Berg) Van Dixhorn, 80, of Sheboygan, went to live in Heaven with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. She believed in the promise that “to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord”.

Jean was born on Tuesday, April 20, 1943, in Plymouth to Lawrence and Dorothy (Schulz)...

Joanne H. Wieseckel

Joanne H. Wieseckel

Dec 25, 2023

Joanne H. Wieseckel, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away on Monday, December 25, 2023 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice following a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her family. She was 81 years old.

Joanne was born October 30, 1942 in Plymouth, daughter of Norman L and Rita Gahagan Platz. She was a 1960 graduate of Elkhart Lake High...

Paul W. Ten Pas

Paul W. Ten Pas

Dec 24, 2023

Paul W. Ten Pas, 87, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023, at Sharon Richardson Community Hospice, surrounded by his loving family.

Paul was born on June 26, 1936, the youngest of seven children of the late Edward G. and Clara (Te Stroete) Ten Pas. He attended Maple Grove Grade School and graduated from Cedar Grove High...