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Recent Obituaries in Green Bay, WI

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Green Bay area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Lawrence James Laundre

Lawrence James Laundre

Jul 30, 2026

Lawrence James Laundre, age 70, of Green Bay, passed away July 30th, surrounded by family. He was born December 4, 1955, to the now late Richard and Carol (Radej) Laundre.

Larry was an amazingly intelligent man. Around him, you never needed to look anything up. We could go to him with a question whether it be history, movies, actors, etc and...

Joan Willems

Joan Willems

Jul 29, 2026

My journey began in Kansas City, MO on April 21, 1946, and peacefully ended in Appleton, WI on July 29, 2026. 

Alban and Marie (Carter) Bauer welcomed me into their lives and home in Kaukauna, WI in June 1946 and gave me love and lots of memories. I can only hope that my two awesome daughters, Anna Jean and Sherri Lynn,...

Michael Krueger

Michael Krueger

Jul 27, 2026

Michael Krueger, 64, of Shawano passed away July 27, 2026 after health complications stemming from a stroke.

Born on July 20, 1962, Mike spent most of his life farming, trucking, and logging. He was a hard worker who wasn’t afraid to get his hands dirty. If something needed done, he did it. If it needed fixed, he figured it out—or had...

Jerome Albert Kopp

Jerome Albert Kopp

Jul 22, 2026

Jerome Albert Kopp passed away on July 22, 2026, surrounded by his wife of 53 years and their children. Together, they shared their love as they said goodbye to a devoted husband and father. Jerome passed peacefully into Heaven, where he found eternal peace.

Jerome married Linda on January 23, 1974. Together, they built a loving family and raised ten children.

Jerome...

Ann Marie Gutoski

Ann Marie Gutoski

Jul 21, 2026

Ann Marie Gutoski, 68, passed away peacefully at her home on July 21, 2026.

Ann was born on January 3, 1958 to Edward and Lois (Hanmann) Koss. She graduated with the class of 1976 from Kewaunee High School.

On April 25, 1981, Ann married the love of her life Steven D. Gutoski Sr. and had two children together.

Ann was kindhearted and a...

Kurt Hetzel

Kurt Hetzel

Jul 20, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Kurt Hetzel, born November 27, 1960. Kurt was guided to his heavenly home by his guardian angel, surrounded by his family on July 20, 2026.

He leaves behind his beloved wife, Kelly Hetzel. Their love story began at the age of 13 and blossomed into marriage on July 19,...

James Joseph Evers

James Joseph Evers

Jul 18, 2026

James J. Evers, age 76, lifetime resident of Freedom, Wisconsin, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2026 after a year long illness.

To honor Jim's request, no funeral or memorial service will be held.

Please remember Jim as you knew him.

Andrea Ruth Busch

Andrea Ruth Busch

Jul 17, 2026

Andrea R. Busch, 53, of Bonduel, WI, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family in her home. She was born on October 22, 1972, in Golden Valley, Minnesota to Kathy Kosch and the late Rod Lien.

Andrea married the love of her life, Gary, on May 22, 1999, with whom she shared a beautiful...

Ashley Roy-Ann Pease Woitula

Ashley Roy-Ann Pease Woitula

Jul 17, 2026

Ashley Roy-Ann Pease Woitula, 37, of Green Bay, Wisconsin, passed away on July 17, 2026. Born in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, on July 19, 1988, Ashley lived a life defined by kindness, compassion, generosity, and an unwavering devotion to the people she loved.

Ashley was the beloved daughter of Connie Holland Kinjerski, Richard M. Pease II, and Timothy Kinjerski. She was lovingly raised...

Daniel Joseph Kappell

Daniel Joseph Kappell

Jul 16, 2026

Daniel Joseph Kappell, 67, of Kaukauna passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 16 at home surrounded by family. After battling a hard fight with cancer.

Daniel was born on September 27, 1958 in Kaukauna, WI, To Sylvester and Delores Kappell (VanderLoop).

He grew up in Kaukauna and worked at Thilmany’s paper mill for 20+ Years. On February 23 1999, Daniel married his...

Kenneth J. Boyd

Kenneth J. Boyd

Jul 15, 2026

Kenneth John Boyd, 70, of Green Bay, Wisconsin went home to be with the Lord on July 15, 2026. Kenneth passed away after complications from pneumonia, he was attended by his loved ones in his final moments.

Kenneth was born in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin on February 26, 1956 to parents John and Ione "Betty" (nee Marshall) Boyd. Ken resided in Whitewater,...

Howard Herman Pethke

Howard Herman Pethke

Jul 14, 2026

Howard Herman Pethke, 75, of Suring, passed away peacefully at home on July 14th, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.

Howard was born on May 19, 1951, in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin, to Otto Sr. and Mildred (Ruch) Pethke. He attended St. John's School for eight years before graduating from Suring High School with the Class of 1969.

Howard began his career at...

LeRay Lamont Haney

LeRay Lamont Haney

Jul 12, 2026

LeRay Lamont Haney Sr., affectionately known to many as "Dirty Cheese," passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the age of 54. He was in Green Bay, Wisconsin, surrounded by the warmth, love, and presence of those closest to him.

LeRay’s journey began in Zion, Illinois, where he was born, but he spent his formative years growing up in...

Thomas (Tom) H. Verhagen

Thomas (Tom) H. Verhagen

Jul 12, 2026

Thomas H. Verhagen, 70, of Appleton, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly on July 12, 2026, leaving behind many who loved him.

Born in Appleton, Wisconsin, to Harlan and Ann (Van Der Horst) Verhagen, Tom grew up in the Fox Valley, where he formed the roots that shaped his life.

Tom worked a variety of jobs throughout his life, but spent most of his...

Lanna Rae Kaneiss

Lanna Rae Kaneiss

Jul 11, 2026

In loving memory of Lanna Rae (Thon) Kaneiss, who passed away peacefully of natural causes in Green Bay, WI surrounded with family by her side on the morning of Saturday, July 11th 2026. Lanna brought immeasurable love, laughter, and special duty of care into the lives of everyone who knew her. Born into a large family in Syracuse, Kansas on...

Richard Dean Woodruff, Jr.

Richard Dean Woodruff, Jr.

Jul 11, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Richard D. Woodruff, who passed away on July 11, 2026, at the age of 61.

Richard was a man who lived boldly and loved deeply. He never met a stranger, and his contagious laughter, adventurous spirit, and generous heart left an unforgettable mark on everyone fortunate enough...

Manutau Kordus

Manutau Kordus

Jul 10, 2026

Manutau “Sal” Kordus, of Green Bay, passed away on July 10, 2026, after a courageous two-year battle with cancer.

Sal was a quiet and independent soul who found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He enjoyed spending time playing video games, watching sci-fi movies, and listening to his favorite band, KISS. Growing up, he was a devoted fan of WWF wrestling and...

Ann M. Barszcz

Ann M. Barszcz

Jul 9, 2026

Surrounded by her loving family, Ann Marie Barszcz, 73, of Green Bay, WI, passed away peacefully at home on July 9th, 2026. Ann was born in Beaver Dam, WI, on August 30th, 1952, to parents James and Carolyn Rennhack. She was a proud and loving sister to Lynda, Jeanne, Katie, and Mary. After high school, she moved to Green Bay,...

Kevin T. Burroughs

Kevin T. Burroughs

Jul 9, 2026

Kevin Thomas Burroughs, 67, of Green Bay, WI, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on July 9, 2026, following a three-year battle with stroke complications.

Kevin was born at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX, on February 7, 1959, to parents Donald and Jacqueline (Ward) Burroughs. He grew up in Fond du Lac and Green Bay, WI,...

Debra Edwina Kriescher

Debra Edwina Kriescher

Jul 8, 2026

Debra Kriescher, 71, Oconto Falls, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at home after many years of health struggles. She was born June 9, 1955, in Oconto Falls, to Edwin and Adeline (Greetan) Cox. Debra grew up in the Town of Stiles, graduating from Oconto Falls High School with the class of 1973.

On July 13, 1974, she married Peter Kriescher,...

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