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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 Otto Brown
Feb 6, 2016
Lawrence Otto Brown (Larry), age 76 passed away Saturday February 6th in his home after a battle with cancer. Larry is survived by his wife of 44 years Cece (Duss) Brown and his seven children: Dana Green, Mike Brown (Annette), Debbie Lankford (Jimmy), Scott Brown, Dan Brown, Gary Brown (Sara), Jesse Brown. He also leaves behind grandchildren: Jamie, Curt, Chris,...
Fred Reyes
Jan 26, 2016
Fredrick “Fred” Reyes, 58, De Pere, passed away January 26, 2016. Born on January 27, 1957, he is the son of the late Caesario and Maria Reyes. He married the former Nancy Gardipee on March 5, 1982, in Milwaukee. Fred enjoyed his grandchildren, outdoors, music, driving and working on cars. He is survived by wife of 33 years, Nancy; four...
Beverly A. Jaeger
Jan 25, 2016
Beverly A. Jaeger, 64, Green Bay, passed away Monday, January 25, 2016, at home. Born September 7, 1951 in Milwaukee, she is the daughter of the late Joseph and Charlotte (Harring) Wage. She is survived by her devoted husband, Albert. Memorial mass will be held 1:30pm Thursday, Feb. 11, 2014, at St. John the Evangelist Church, 413 St. John Street,...
Dorlene Larsen
Jan 21, 2016
Dorlene Larsen, 85, Sturgeon Bay formerly of Baileys Harbor, passed away January 21, 2016. Arrangements are pending. Simply Cremation is caring for the family.
Curt Herbst
Jan 19, 2016
Curt E. Herbst, 88, Green Bay, passed away peacefully Tuesday afternoon Jan. 19th with his loving wife Kitty and youngest son Michael by his side. Curt was the son of Eric and Ida Herbst, born April 26th, 1927 in Milwaukee, WI. He graduated from Riverside High School and The Milwaukee School of Engineering. He joined the Merchant Marines and then...
Rosemary Kettleson
Jan 16, 2016
Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, Rose Mary Kettleson passed away Saturday, January 16, 2016 at age 90. Born May 22, 1925, in Menasha, she married Robert Kettleson May 26, 1945, and together they raised five children. Rose Mary resided with her family in Menasha and worked in the Fox Valley area until retirement when the couple moved to...
Donald Aloys Volk
Jan 8, 2016
In the early hours of January 8, 2016, Donald Aloys “Don” Volk passed away peacefully after a five-year, courageous battle with cancers. He was surrounded by his loving family at his residence in Neenah, Wisconsin. He was 89 years old. Don was born on October 30, 1926 in Harvey, North Dakota to Aloys Volk and Esther Keller Volk, where he...
Mark W. Shafranski
Jan 5, 2016
Mark W. Shafranski, 49, Green Bay, died peacefully on January 5, 2016. Born on April 27, 1966, in New London, he is the son of Robert and Judith (Westphal) Shafranski. Mark worked for nearly 25 years at Los Banditos (west) as a preparation chef. He enjoyed grilling, watching college sports, fishing and spending time outdoors. Mark is survived one daughter,...
Robert Edward Marks
Jan 5, 2016
Robert Edward Marks, 76, Spring Lake, passed away at Theda Clark Regional Medical Center of Neenah on Tuesday, January 5, 2016, surrounded by his loving wife, children and family members. Bob was born on Nov. 30, 1939 in Berlin, the son of the late Alvin Marks and Evelyn (Wade) Marks. On May 1, 1959 he was married to Judith Ann...
James Alfred Schuettpelz
Jan 4, 2016
James A. "Concrete Cowboy" Schuettpelz, 71, Green Bay, left this world on January 4, 2016, for his eternal horseback ride in heaven with the Lord. He was born March 9, 1944, to Lester and Clara (Runge) Schuettpelz. Jim attended Gillett High School and graduated in 1962. He served his country in the U.S. Army from June 1965 to June 1967...
Christina Atkinson Castillo
Jan 3, 2016
Christina Atkinson Castillo, of Green Bay, WI, passed away after a long battle with cancer on Sunday, January 3, 2016. She was born November 14, 1970 in Lubbock, Texas, daughter of Sylvia Ann Atkinson and the late Alfredo Atkinson. Christina was a natural care giver and loved to help others. She was always smiling and enjoyed spending time with family...
Thomas Prefountain
Dec 29, 2015
Thomas Prefountain, 88, of Green Bay, and formerly of Marinette, passed away December 29, 2015. Born on April 25, 1927, he is the son of Lawrence and Barbara Prefountain. Tom served our country in the United States Navy during WWII. He was an over the road truck driver for over 30 years for Clairmont Transfer. Tom married the former Murine...
Martin "Marty" Parczick, Jr.
Dec 22, 2015
Martin “Marty” Parczick, Jr., 63, Green Bay, formerly of Middle Inlet, passed away, Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2015, while at a Green Bay hospital. Born on March 15, 1952, in Marinette, he is the son of the late Martin and Agnes (Lucas) Parczick. Marty is a graduate of Crivitz High School and St. Norbert College. He is a proud veteran of...
Brad Olszewski
Dec 21, 2015
Brad Olszewski, 45, Green Bay, passed away December 21, 2015. Simply Cremation is caring for the family. Survived by his mother, Loretta and daughter Karissa. Preceded in death by his father, James. Service at Birch Creek, 525 N. 10th St, on Saturday, December 26th at 3 PM. Visit www.simplycremationgb.com to send the family an online condolence.
Shirley Mae Jolin
Dec 19, 2015
Shirley Mae Jolin, 74, Green Bay, died peacefully, Saturday, December 19, 2015, at a local nursing home. Simply Cremation is caring for the family.
Ronald Gornick, Sr.
Dec 18, 2015
Ronald L. Gornick, Sr., 65, a Green Bay resident, passed away, December 18, 2015. He was born on February 3, 1949, in Joliet, Illinois to the late Joseph and Verna Mae (Allison) Gornick. Ronald graduated from Purdue University with a degree in electrical engineering. He used to be a children's bowling coach, and enjoyed bowling, auto racing, and Chicago Cubs...
Shawn J. Spice
Dec 14, 2015
Shawn J. Spice, 58, Lena, died peacefully on December 14, 2015, after a long illness. Born on December 4, 1957, in Lena, he is the son of Clarence and Betty (Ellman) Spice. On December 17, 1982, he married the former Barb Smaney. Shawn enjoyed hunting, fishing, shooting pool, having cocktails with friends, and watching football. Shawn is survived by his...
Mark David Smith
Dec 8, 2015
Mark David Smith. Born Nov. 23, 1957, Mark passed away peacefully on Dec. 8, 2015. Age 58. Mark was raised in Hartland, WI and had a hobby for every season. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved to be outdoors. Just being with nature and walking our land made him happy. Of course catching the “big one” that...
Dale Pansier
Nov 25, 2015
Dale J Pansier, 65, De Pere, passed away at home with family and friends at his side. Born on April 24, 1950, he is the son of the late Ervin and Marilyn "Babe" Pansier. Dale grew up in East De Pere where he went on to serve in the US Marine Corps from 1967-1970. He was employed by U S...
Carol Allen
Nov 24, 2015
Carol Allen, 70, Green Bay, died peacefully, Tuesday, November 24, 2015, at a local nursing home. Born December 1, 1944, in Green Bay, she is the daughter of the late Joseph and Shirley (Zeise) Allen. Carol worked at Mrs. Karl’s Bakery and Georgia Pacific until her retirement. She was an avid baker of cookies and candy and an amazing cook;...
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