Obituaries
Green Bay Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Green Bay, Wisconsin area
Renate 'Nada' Ursula Viste (Mueller)
Dec 18, 2025
Our beautiful mother, Renate ‘Nada’ Ursula Viste (Mueller) passed away peacefully in her home and into the arms of our ancestors on December 18th, 2025 at 11:33 AM CST, at the young age of 65. Nada grew up in Ramstein-Miesenbach, Deutschland with her sister and brother; later moving to Wyoming in 1987; and then moved to Wisconsin in 2006.
Nada was...
Todd Meleski
Dec 17, 2025
Todd Meleski, 59, of Kingsford, Michigan, passed away on December 17 with his sisters by his side. He was born in Stambaugh, Michigan, to Donald and Naomi (Winton) Meleski of Iron River. Todd attended West Iron County Schools, where he played football, and graduated in 1984. He proudly served four years in the United States Navy aboard the USS Guam...
Inger de Ridder
Dec 17, 2025
Inger de Ridder, age 92, of Appleton, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2025. She was born on September 17, 1933, in Nieuwendam, Netherlands, to Willem and Agatha Bruijns. Inger’s life was a testament to love, resilience, and deep faith.
In 1951, Inger married her beloved husband, Erich de Ridder. Together, they began a remarkable journey, immigrating first from the...
Ernie Ray Kriescher
Dec 16, 2025
Ernie Ray Kriescher, 68, of Suamico, passed away unexpectedly December 16, 2025.
Ernie was born in Oconto Falls, WI on January 23, 1957, to Antone and Cecilia (VanDervan) Kriescher. Before finishing High School, Ernie joined the United States Navy. Ernie was raised on his parent’s farm in Lena, WI which is where he acquired his strong work ethic. He was a...
Kathleen Fritz
Dec 15, 2025
Kathleen A Fritz, 77, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025. Kathie was born in Shawano, Wisconsin, on April 4, 1948, to the late Gordon and Patricia (Wall) Weber.Those of us who knew Kathie know how kindhearted, giving, and compassionate she was. For many years, she was a pastoral minister within the Catholic diocese of Madison. She...
Leon L. Brzostowski
Dec 15, 2025
Leon Brzostowski, 57 of Wild Rose, Wisconsin passed on December 15, 2025. Leon was surrounded by loved ones in his final moments.
Leon was born in Wild Rose, Wisconsin on April 20, 1968.
Leon was known for his intelligence and love of figuring out how things worked.
He is survived by daughter, Merissa Brzostowski; siblings, Shawn (Rebecca) Brzostowski, Tiffany (Mike) Tegtmeyer, Mark (Lisa)...
Brian G. Wolf
Dec 12, 2025
Brian Gerald Wolf, 65 of Crivitz passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and loved ones on Dec 12, 2025, following a brief illness.
Born July 28, 1960 to Gerald and Marilyn Wolf in Milwaukee, WI, he moved to Crivitz in high school and was retired from Marinette Marine in 2021 after 42 years.
He is survived by his daughters Mandy...
Joyce Heney
Dec 11, 2025
Joyce Heney (88) passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Joyce was born in Green Bay on August 12th, 1937 to the late Harold "Pete" and Veronica (Kustka) Swanson. Joyce enjoyed gardening, playing cards, and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Survivors include her three daughters, Julia Heney, Jody (Kevin) Lamal, and Kelli (Becky Young) Heney; two sons,...
Donna Mae Griffin
Dec 10, 2025
Donna was born in Coleman, Wisconsin to Beatrice (Tupper) Winkler and Adolph Winkler. Donna had four siblings, Amel Winkler, Nathalie Spreeman, William Winkler and Deborah Winkler. She was the last of her siblings to pass.
She was a loving mother to three, Lori Jacquet (Todd), Brenda Griffin and Harlon Griffin. Grandmother to Steven Sanders (Elizabeth), Nicole Jacquet, Joshua Sanders (Rachel), Megan...
Jacklyn Kieliszewski
Dec 9, 2025
Jacklyn Kieliszewski, 45, Two Rivers, died December 9, 2025. Arrangements are pending until family notification.
Scott Qualley
Dec 8, 2025
In Loving Memory of Scott M. Qualley
Scott Qualley, 69, of Arkansaw, WI, passed away peacefully on December 8th, 2025. A lifelong resident of the Midwest, Scott embodied the spirit of the Badger State: hardworking, fiercely loyal, and most at home in the great outdoors.
Scott lived by the motto “work hard, play harder.” He spent his career in sales and then...
Deborah Ann Crum
Dec 7, 2025
Deborah Ann Crum, 72, Green Bay, passed away December 7, 2025, at her home. Arrangements are pending and will be announced at a later date.
Crae Dallin Fuhriman
Dec 7, 2025
Crae Dallin Fuhriman, 75, of Green Bay, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025.
Crae was born in Logan, Utah, on July 29, 1950 to W.D. “Duke” and Dalma Fuhriman of Downey, Idaho.
He attended Marsh Valley High School, graduating with the Class of 1968, and went on to complete his studies at Ricks College before attending Brigham Young University. During...
Stefanie Lee Cherry
Dec 7, 2025
Stefanie Lee Cherry, fondly known as Stef, was a vibrant soul who left an indelible mark on everyone she met. Born in Sioux City, Iowa, on February 17, 1994, Stef commanded the room with her infectious laughter and delightfully clever jokes. On December 7, 2025, she departed from this earthly realm, leaving behind a legacy filled with love, kindness, and...
Betty Berry
Dec 7, 2025
Betty Mae Berry, 93, entered her new heavenly home on December 7, 2025, held in the promises of her Savior.
Born in New London, Wisconsin, on November 30, 1932, to Francis and Gladys (Riska) Le Beau, Betty grew into a woman of strong Christian faith. As a young adult, she shared that faith with her mother, beginning a legacy of trust...
Benjamin Otis
Dec 6, 2025
Benjamin Ralph Otis passed into the arms of his loving Lord and Savior and eternal life on December 6, 2025. He was born November 2, 1941 in Sturgeon Bay to Ralph and Merna (Anderson) Otis. He was a 1959 graduate of Sturgeon Bay High School and a 1965 graduate of NWTC (Sturgeon Bay Vocational School). He served in the United...
Michael Jon Rehberg
Dec 6, 2025
Michael Jon Rehberg, 59, Green Bay, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025, at a local hospital. He was born January 13, 1966, son of the late Alva and Bonnie (Liechtnam) Rehberg. He married Annie Rehberg on May 23, 2009. He was a police officer all his life, mainly in Oconto, for 34 years, retiring February 1, 2024 as Police Chief....
Carol J. Marcks
Dec 4, 2025
Carol J. Marcks, Green Bay has completed her journey to her new home with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 4, 2025 after a courageous battle with health issues.
She was born on December 23, 1942 to the late Raymond and Doris Marcks. She graduated from East High School. Loved to read, travel, camp and knit in her earlier years....
Jeffrey Rupiper
Dec 3, 2025
Jeff Rupiper (63) of Green Bay passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025. If you knew Jeff, chances are you shared a laugh with him, heard one of his stories, and remember him as someone who lived life on his own terms.
Born in Green Bay on February 13th, 1962, he is the oldest son of Sandie...
Teri Lee Hollister
Dec 1, 2025
Teri Lee Hollister was peacefully lifted up to Jesus in the wee hours of Monday, December 1, 2025. She will be remembered for her contagious smile and kind heart. She was loved by many and thus will be sorely missed.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Paul Hollister, her mother, Geraldine M. Cole, her father, Frank W. Bodenmiller, Sr, and...

