Obituaries
Gloria Jean Thomason
May 17, 2026
Gloria Jean Thomason, 85, of Green Bay, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on May 17, 2026. She was born on January 7, 1941 to Walter and Lucille (LeGrave) Laurent in Algoma, WI.
On December 28, 1987, she married Roy Thomason in Hot Springs, Arkansas. They shared 3 years of marriage before Roy's passing on October 19, 1991....
Virginia R. Greene
May 16, 2026
Virginia R. Greene, 81, of Green Bay, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026 at Caraton Commons. She was born on September 20, 1944 to the late Daniel and Maida (Olson) Greene in Green Bay. Virginia graduated from Preble High School and furthered her education by going to school to be a hairdresser. She also went to school to become...
Gary G. Vincent
May 15, 2026
Gary G. Vincent, cherished resident of Hobart, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 15, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital, with his wife at his side. Born on July 11, 1947, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, he was the beloved son of the late Gilbert Vincent and Evelyn (Vincent) VanDenEng. A proud alumnus of West De Pere High School, Class of...
Donald W. Rettmann
May 13, 2026
Donald William Rettmann, age 99, born on April 27, 1927, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on May 13, 2026. A devoted Catholic and faithful servant to his community, he lived a life marked by kindness, humility, generosity and deep devotion to God and family.
Don was married to his sweetie, Dolores "Laurie" Ullmer, with whom he...
Debbie J. (Jourdan) Cornelius
May 12, 2026
Debra J (Jourdan) Cornelius, age 61 passed away on May 12, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer following her diagnosis in October 2025. She fought with courage and determination until her last breath.
Debbie was born November 24,1964 to Rose A. Maes (LovenDurkey) and Randall E. Jourdan. Debbie was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend whose kindness,...
Donna Locatelli
May 12, 2026
Donna Locatelli, 75, of Green Bay, passed away on May 12, 2026 after a long illness. Donna was born on November 10, 1951 in Akron, Ohio to Frank and Royetta Myers.
Donna enjoyed camping trips to Bayshore Park with her husband, Mike. Donna was also extremely talented at crochet and spent much of her time crafting blankets and guardian angels for...
Sharon A. Kempke
May 10, 2026
Sharon A. Kempke, age 81, of Pound, WI, passed away, Sunday, May 10, 2026 at Aurora BayCare, Green Bay, WI, surrounded by her family. She was born December 29, 1944 in Suring, WI, daughter of the late Raymond and Martha (Kopatz) Pasek.
Sharon was a proud graduate of Suring High School, Class of 1963. She married Jerome "Jerry" Kempke, April 29,...
Mary Herman
May 6, 2026
Mary Herman, cherished lifelong resident of Green Bay, Wisconsin, departed this life peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Rennes, embraced by the loving presence of her family. Born on June 4, 1929, in Green Bay to the late Eli and Hazel (Rose) Vandenack, Mary was a proud alumna of Green Bay East High School.
On July 8, 1950, Mary united...
Joanne Marie Galske
May 5, 2026
Joanne Marie Galske, born on March 7, 1941, in Detroit, Michigan to Martin and Anna (Zwiers) Vander Zanden, passed away on May 5, 2026. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.
Joanne married Harold Galske during his time in the United States Navy. Together, they raised a large family. She and Harold shared many passions, including supporting the Green...
Robert Breault
May 5, 2026
Robert Breault, age 78, of Green Bay, passed away peacefully at home on May 5, 2026.
He was born on May 14, 1947 to Alfred and Clare (Le Duc) Breault in Escanaba, MI. Rob was a proud graduate of Escanaba High School with the class of 1966. He could often be found working on his cars. Rob then went on to...
Amanda Jones
Apr 30, 2026
Amanda Mae Jones, age 47, of Green Bay, passed away peacefully with her husband by her side on April 30, 2026.
She was born on August 21, 1978 to Mark Van Straten and Wanda Shorter in Green Bay, WI.
Amanda is survived by her loving husband, Ron, and their three beloved children; Elijah, Chantell, and Kareem.
She is further survived by her siblings;...
Rosemary C. "Sis" Tilkens
Apr 30, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Mother Rosemary "Sis" Tilkens of Allouez, WI on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at St Vincent’s Hospital. Sis was born to Raymond and Lucille Molitor in Lena, WI on October 7, 1934,
Sis graduated from Lena High School in 1952. Sis worked for the telephone company in Green Bay for...
Brenda Rukamp-Nelson
Apr 30, 2026
Brenda Rukamp-Nelson, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on April 30, 2026. She was born on January 31, 1964, in Green Bay, to Jerome and Patricia "Patsy" Rukamp.
A beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Brenda enjoyed sharing her days with her family where they built a life full of cherished memories. Brenda was a...
Eva Martinez Gallegos
Apr 30, 2026
Eva Martinez Gallegos, 69, of Green Bay, passed away on April 30, 2026 at St Vincent Hospital. She was born on January 4, 1957 to Nieves and Maria (Gallegos) Martinez in Mexico.
Visitation will be held at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, 340 S. Monroe Ave Green Bay from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Monday, May 4, 2026 with Funeral...
Melissa Marie Schefe
Apr 29, 2026
Melissa Marie Schefe, 48, of Green Bay, passed away at home on April 29, 2026, after a brief but brave battle with ALS.
She was born on November 17, 1977, to her loving parents, Richard and Kathleen Maurer in Green Bay, WI.
She was a graduate of Southwest High School and Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. Melissa built her career in insurance with...
Jane R. Temp
Apr 28, 2026
Jane R. Temp, a cherished resident of Allouez, Wisconsin, departed this life peacefully at her home on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on July 20, 1937, in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, she was the beloved daughter of the late Emil and Anna (Fuchs) Temp. A proud graduate of Aquinas High School in LaCrosse, Jane pursued higher education...
Robert L. Ross
Apr 27, 2026
Robert L. Ross, aged 93, a devoted husband, father, and distinguished serviceman, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026, in Sun City West, Arizona. Born on May 26, 1932, in New Holstein, Wisconsin, to Rueben and Margaret (Henschel) Ross, Robert’s life was marked by honor, dedication, and profound love.
He forged lifelong bonds early on at East High School, where he...
Tammy Liptak
Apr 27, 2026
Tammy Liptak, 59, of Oconto Falls, passed away at home on April 27, 2026. She was born on October 22, 1966 to Bernard and Mary Lou (McDonald) Liptak.
Tammy was put on this Earth to help people. She was known for always going out of her way to help her family and friends.
Tammy is survived by her loving parents, Mary Lou...
Michael "Mike" Flynn
Apr 25, 2026
Michael "Mike" John Flynn, 76, of Green Bay, passed away on April 25, 2026, at home surrounded by his family. He was born on September 27, 1949, to Milo and Marjorie (Luebeck) Flynn at Madigan General Hospital. He spent much of his childhood in Fort Lewis, Washington.
Mike later moved to Suring, Wisconsin, and was a star player on the Suring...
Mary L. Powell-Floyd
Apr 23, 2026
Mary Lee Powell-Floyd, age 73, of Green Bay, Wisconsin, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026. She was born on May 16, 1952, in Gould, Arkansas to Roy and Leatrice Powell. She graduated from Englewood High School. Mary was the beloved wife of Rockwell B. Floyd, with whom she shared a devoted marriage until his passing. Together, they built a...
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