Obituaries

Green Bay Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Green Bay, Wisconsin area

James Esperson

James Esperson

Nov 22, 2023

James Esperson of Washington Island, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at the age of 89.

James loved his home and birthplace of Washington Island. He was an active member of his local church as well as the American Legion.  Although James was a Wisconsin Resident for most of his life, he was a diehard Chicago Cubs...

Robert Gary Schulz Jr.

Robert Gary Schulz Jr.

Nov 19, 2023

Robert Gary Schulz Jr. born on October 27, 1964, and departed from usunexpectedly on Sunday, November 19, 2023. He was the proud ownerof “Get Stuff Done Handyman Service.” Robert, known to many as Rob,Bob, or “One Crzy Rob” was a dedicated and hardworking individual,embodying an outgoing spirit that illuminated the lives of those aroundhim. Rob’s willingness to lend a helping...

James A. Wicker

James A. Wicker

Nov 16, 2023

James A Wicker, 89 of Pound, WI passed away Nov 16, 2023 at Meadowbrook Nursing Home in Oconto Falls.Jim enjoyed spending time with family and his wife of 69 years Barbara Wicker. He loved the outdoors and putting jigsaw puzzles together. He will lovingly be missed by his family and his church family where he did a lot for his...

Lynn Widi

Lynn Widi

Nov 12, 2023

Lynn Widi, 68, passed peacefully from a short illness on 11-12-2023 surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her parents Leo and Beatrice (Rockwell) Widi and brother Patrick Wendt. Lynn is survived by siblings Beth (Jack) Mueller, Michael (Wendy) Widi, Jeffrey (Janet) Widi, Charles Widi, sister-in-law Jean (Pepper) Wendt and numerous nieces and nephews. Lynn...

Lawrence Walker

Lawrence Walker

Nov 10, 2023

Lawrence Leroy Walker, known affectionately as "Larry," peacefully passed away on Friday, November 10th, 2023, at the age of 82. Born in Wausau and raised in Mosinee, Larry's journey was marked by remarkable service and cherished relationships.

At the age of 17, Larry enlisted in the Marines, embarking on a profound journey that included four impactful tours in Vietnam, culminating...

Peter J. Samuelson

Peter J. Samuelson

Nov 10, 2023

 

Peter J Samuelson, 71, of Pensaukee Wi, died November 10, 2023.

Pete was born in Phelps, WI on May 15, 1952 to the late Nate and Rose (Litkey) Samuelson.

Pete owned and operated Nate's Saddle Horses in Doty, Wi for many years and later worked for Karbon Contractors, Twin Oaks Utilities and Peshtigo Asphalt.

Pete is survived by his...

Roger F. Martin

Roger F. Martin

Nov 9, 2023

Roger Martin, 83, of Green Bay, WI passed peacefully on November 9, 2023 after a battle with cancer.Roger was born in Hardwood Michigan on December 18, 1939 to Herbert and Margaret (Morris) Martin, Roger went to High School at West High in Green Bay, Wi. He married Judith Ann Marsland in 1959 they were married 7 years and had 4...

Ronald Fayas

Ronald Fayas

Nov 9, 2023

Ronald Edward Fayas was born in Hardwood, Michigan on September 17, 1935 to Moses and Elsie Fayas. Ron went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at the age of 88 years at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Green Bay, WI.

At the age of eighteen Ron moved to Green Bay, WI. On September...

Kelly Beyer

Kelly Beyer

Nov 8, 2023

Kelly (Huse) Beyer, 62, New London, passed away November 8, 2023, after a short illness.  It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our loved one Kelly Beyer. Kelly enjoyed cooking, gardening, and watching her birds. She will be greatly missed by her cats Hank and Henry.

Kelly is survived by her siblings, Kevin (Brenda) Huse, Keith (Joan)...

Debra Penkoske

Debra Penkoske

Nov 6, 2023

Debra Hermsen Penkoske

Debra, age 65, died November 6, 2023.  She was born April 28, 1958, in Oconto, Wisconsin to James and Evelyn (Falk) Hermsen. She graduated from Oconto High School and worked in the office at ShopKo Warehouse for 24 years.  She married Marty Penkoske in 2004.

Survivors include her husband, Marty; three children, Nickolas (Angie) Moynihan, Tyler (Destiny)...

Michael S. Galyardt

Michael S. Galyardt

Nov 6, 2023

 

Michael S. Galyardt, 63, Menasha, passed away November 6, 2023, after a long illness. Michael was a golf course superintendent at Outagamie Golf Course for many years.

Survivors include his wife, Kathleen; 2 sons; many grandchildren; and 2 step-children. He will be missed greatly. 

No formal services are planned.

Lyric Austin Kraus

Lyric Austin Kraus

Nov 5, 2023

Lyric Austin Kraus, 17, of Chippewa Falls, WI died Sunday November 5 2023, at St Vincent Hospital in Green Bay, WI.  He was born August 11, 2006 in Chippewa Falls, WI. Lyric enjoyed fishing with his father and had a gift for catching blue gills. Lyric had a passion and knew all things about luxury vehicles. He was involved in...

Roger Lee Hargrove

Roger Lee Hargrove

Nov 3, 2023

Roger Lee Hargrove

June 11, 1964 - November 3, 2023

Pops, You were a simple man that lived life with no vengeance in your heart. To know you was to adore you.You treated everyone as a dear friend and you were the best father that you could be.We could always count on you for a good laugh, a nickname and...

Mark (Mick) Townley

Mark (Mick) Townley

Nov 3, 2023

Mark (Mick) Townley of Green Bay, Wisconsin passed away November 3, 2023 with his loved ones by his side.

Mick was born in Columbus, Ohio on June 26, 1946 to parents Dr. Charles O. Townley and Naomi I. Townley. He married Kathleen A. (Heim) Townley on August 22, 1985 in Green Bay, WI.

Mick served his country in Vietnam from...

Ginger A. Woolums

Ginger A. Woolums

Oct 31, 2023

 

Ginger A Woolums age 65 of Green Bay, passed away peacefully at her home Oct 31, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. She fought a long and courageous battle against cancer. Ginger was born April 16, 1958 in Sturgeon Bay. She is the daughter of the late Allen & Virgina (Betts) Fortemps 

Ginger loved the challenge of being an...

Brian Laine

Brian Laine

Oct 31, 2023

Brian Thomas Laine, age 57, passed away peacefully on Tuesday October 31, 2023, surrounded by his family due to complications of diabetes. He was born on July 13th, 1966 in Marquette Michigan to Tom and Sharon Laine.  

Brian had a heart of gold and personality that lit up the room. He was always making friends everywhere he went. He...

Doris Pagel

Doris Pagel

Oct 31, 2023

Doris J. Pagel, 82, was called home on October 31, 2023 Dorie was born, on August 3, 1941, in Chicago, IL to Jack and Dorothy Sanders. She graduated from Menominee High School, Class of 1959.  While working at American Can, Dorie met Paul Pagel.   They were married on June 8, 1962, and moved to Mobile, AL.  In 1964, they...

Joanne Seitz

Joanne Seitz

Oct 29, 2023

Joanne (Coenen) Seitz - “Grandma Jo Jo” left for her last trip on October 29, 2023; she was 87 yearsyoung. Joanne was born in Iron Mountain, Michigan, to Joseph and Genevieve Coenen. She was raisedand lived her life in De Pere/Green Bay, Wisconsin.Her life was all about her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren… and travelling! She travelledextensively throughout Europe, Asia and the...

Robert K. Peterson

Robert K. Peterson

Oct 26, 2023

 

Robert K. Peterson, 52, Green Bay, passed away October 26, 2023. He was born April 15, 1971 in Green Bay, son to Ken and Linda (Huguet) Peterson. Rob graduated from Green Bay Preble and NWTC in Auto Cad Design. He most recently worked for Fisher Scientific as a Project Coordinator. 

Rob enjoyed cooking with his son, Charles, and sitting...

Ronald Marlin Kraase

Ronald Marlin Kraase

Oct 25, 2023

Born December 16, 1934. Passed to eternal life October 25, 2023.

Ronald the son of Walter and Celia and older brother to the late Clifford Kraase, was born and raised in the Milwaukee area and lived in his childhood home for almost 80 years before moving to Sturgeon Bay to live on the lake.

He graduated from Luther College and...