Obituaries
Wanda Jean Schmitt
Feb 25, 2026
Wanda Jean Schmitt, age 69, of Green Bay, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2026, with her family at her side. She was born May 11, 1956, daughter of the late Lyle and Christine (Surprise) Dey.
Wanda married James "Smitty" Schmitt, November 2, 1996 and they shared 30 years of love and adventure. The couple shared a love of the outdoors and...
Robert Matthew Otradovec
Feb 23, 2026
Robert Matthew Otradovec, 84, of Allouez, passed away on February 23, 2026.
He was born on November 18, 1941 to Anthony and Mavis (Holl) Otradovec in Green Bay. Upon graduating from Premontre High School in 1960, Robert attended both the University of Stevens Point and St. Norbert College majoring in Economics with a minor in Art. He would go on to...
Mark A. Brunette
Feb 22, 2026
Mark A. Brunette, 63, of Green Bay, passed away on February 22, 2026. He was born on April 24, 1962 in Green Bay.
On May 14, 1983, Mark married Lori Anne Brunette (Hollsten). Lori moved in next to Mark's family home while they were both teenagers and the rest was history. They shared 43 beautiful years of marriage together. They were...
David J. Reinhard
Feb 21, 2026
David Joseph Reinhard, age 67, of Pulaski, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 21, 2026. David was born on April 28, 1958 to Robert and Dolores (Collar) Reinhard in Green Bay.
Dave was last employed by Zachow Feed Mill before becoming disabled as a result of a motorcycle accident. Dave greatly loved his family and friends, never missing the opportunity to...
John Victor Francois
Feb 20, 2026
John Victor Francois of Clam Lake, WI, Port Charlotte, FL, and Menomonee Falls, WI, passed away on February 20, 2026, at the age of 82, in Menomonee Falls. Born in 1943 in Green Bay, WI to Harold Francois and Rosemarie (née Carney) Francois, John graduated from East High School in 1961 and attended St. Mary’s Law School in San Antonio....
Jimmie L. Smith
Feb 17, 2026
Jimmie Lee Smith, 64, of Green Bay, passed away suddenly on February 17, 2026. He was born on April 14, 1961 to James and Rosie (Roger) Smith in Drew, Mississippi.
Jimmie owned and operated A-1 Used Tires for over 28 years. He was proud to work next to his son, Jimmie II, and taught him everything he knew. Jimmie was known...
Patricia L. "Pat" Grenke
Feb 17, 2026
Patricia L. "Pat" Grenke, age 86, of Oconto Falls, WI, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, February 17, 2026, as the result of an accident. She was born October 5, 1939 in Milwaukee, WI, daughter of the late Joseph and Ruth (Salter) Moen. As the only children of deaf parents, Pat and her twin sister, Sandy, had an exceptionally close bond. Throughout...
Rodney "Hot Rod" K. Myers
Feb 16, 2026
Rodney "Hot Rud" K. Myers, age 60 of Suamico, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026.
He was born to the late Gordon and Susan Myers on January 25, 1966 in Waupun. He was the fourth of five children.
He was a long time driver of the Big Rig.
Rodney was an avid Packer fan, never missing a game. He loved his family,...
Valerie "Val" A. Hinkfuss
Feb 15, 2026
Valerie "Val" A. Hinkfuss, 51, of Bonduel, passed away on February 15, 2026.
She was born on February 15, 1975 in Shawano, Wisconsin. She graduated from Shawano High School in 1993. She worked at Taco Bell as a manager until she found her true calling in health care at Maple Lane, which then led her to her pathway at Theda Care....
Jesse R. Perez
Feb 15, 2026
Jesse R. Perez, age 61, of Green Bay, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026. He was born on July 19, 1964 to the late Joseph and Doris (Wiedenhaft) Perez in Green Bay, WI.
Jesse was a kind soul, always willing to help out. He was ace when it came to Trivia, always beating the rest of the family at family...
Mary H. Thompson
Feb 14, 2026
Mary Helen "Mary Pat" Thompson, 83, of Green Bay, passed away on February 14, 2026. She was born on June 19, 1942 to Lloyd and Ethel (Duquaine) Patton.
On June 1, 1976, she married James (Jim) Thompson and they moved to Florida, with their children, and lived there for most of their lives. Mary attended St. John the Evangelist Catholic grade...
Joshua "Butch" James Thomas Mavis
Feb 11, 2026
It is with very deep sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of Josh's passing on February 11, 2026 at the young age of 38 after a short battle with cancer. He graduated from South High School in 2005 and spent years working at different factories.
Josh loved to go to the dirt track races from a young age and always...
Judith Ann Matthews
Feb 11, 2026
Judith Ann “Judy” Matthews, age 84, of Green Bay, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
Born on February 1, 1942, in Green Bay, Judy was the daughter of the late Earl and Elizabeth (Archiquette) Smith. She was a proud graduate of Green Bay East High School, Class of 1963.
Judy was known for her quick wit, wonderful sense of humor,...
Merlin Behling
Feb 11, 2026
Merlin Behling, age 89, of Green Bay, left a place of love and entered a place of love, Wednesday, February 11, 2026. He was born December 20, 1936 in Oconto, WI, son of the late Wilfred and Evelyn (Ristow) Behling, and was a graduate of Oconto High School, Class of 1955.
While attending high school, Merlin enlisted in the Army National...
Chiquita Renee Hunter
Feb 10, 2026
Our beloved, Chiquita Hunter, passed away unexpectedly late at night due to medical reasons. She was only 39.
She was bold, strong, and never afraid to speak her mind. She was the boss in our family and the strength we leaned on. Most importantly, she was a moving mother to her boys.
Chiquita's Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 28th, from...
Patricia Ann "Pat" Schlauch
Feb 10, 2026
Our beloved, Patricia "Pat" Ann Schlauch, passed away peacefully on February 10th, 2026. She was born on March 8, 1943 to Vernon "Tex" and Olive (Reitmeyer) Sullivan in Menominee, MI. She graduated from Marinette Catholic Central and was employed by Schreiber Cheese for 37 years.
On April 20, 1963, she married Leo Schlauch. Pat and Leo enjoyed touring the countryside in...
Kevin F. Jordan
Feb 10, 2026
Kevin F. Jordan, age 59, of Oneida, WI, passed away, Tuesday, February 10, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family, after a courageous battle with cancer and other ailments. He was born October 11, 1966 in Green Bay, the son of Kermit and Victoria (Thomas) Jordan.
Kevin graduated from West De Pere High School, Class of 1984. He continued his...
Charles John "Charlie" Fabry
Feb 7, 2026
Charles John "Charlie" Fabry, age 64, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, February 7th, 2026.
Charlie was a loving father of his two children, Sean and Tesia and was a devoted grandfather to his two grandchildren, Althea and Cosmos. He was a competitive Martial artist in his youth, achieving a Third Degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and owning his own academy...
Ruby E. Wouters
Feb 7, 2026
Ruby E. Wouters, 87, of Green Bay, passed away peacefully at home on February 7, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
She was born on October 12, 1938, to Curtis and Esther (Layman) Brown in Green Bay, Wisconsin. She graduated from West Green Bay High School. She worked for American Medical Security for majority of her life and ended her career...
Marvin L. Van Lanen
Feb 5, 2026
Marvin L. Van Lanen, 76, of De Pere, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Marvin was born on March 22, 1949, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to Sylvester and Lydia (Race) Van Lanen. He proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Sergeant from 1966 until receiving his honorable discharge in 1972. His time in service reflected...
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