Obituaries

Ruth Ann Wypiszynski

Ruth Ann Wypiszynski

Feb 6, 2024

Ruth Ann Wypiszynski, 94, of Green Bay, WI, passed away February 6, 2024, very peacefully with her daughter by her side, after a four-month battle to recover her health from multiple setbacks that initially began with an infection to her foot. Ruth was born in De Pere, WI, to the late Ben and Eva (Kornowski) Micolichek on September 2, 1929....

Marie Theresa Legois

Marie Theresa Legois

Feb 4, 2024

Marie Theresa Legois, 78, a lifelong resident of Green Bay, WI, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, February 4, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 14, 1945 in Green Bay, daughter of the late Lawrence "Babe" and Ruth (Van Caster) Nuthals Sr. and was a graduate of Green Bay West High School. Marie married Ronald Legois, July 18,...

David B. Annis Jr.

David B. Annis Jr.

Feb 3, 2024

David B. Annis Jr. passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024, with his family by his side. David, or Dave depending on his mood, was a man of many talents and interests. His was a unique soul, built with resilience and gratitude for all that life had to offer. He was a consummate storyteller with a brilliant mind - eager...

Paul A. Hartman

Paul A. Hartman

Feb 2, 2024

Paul A. Hartman, 77, of Green Bay, passed away on February 2, 2024. Paul was born in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, in 1946 to the late Grant and Mary (Potter) Hartman. He grew up on a farm just northwest of Manitowoc and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1964. Paul majored in Horticulture at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, eventually earning a master’s...

Linda Ann Vandenack

Linda Ann Vandenack

Feb 1, 2024

Linda Ann Vandenack, 76, of Green Bay, passed away on February 1, 2024 at Aurora Baycare Medical Center. Linda was born on July 3, 1947 to Russell Rouse and Cleo Nelson in Wisconsin. She spent most of her working career as a cook at restaurants. She was an avid Packers fan, she always seemed to never miss watching a game....

Frank George Welti Jr.

Frank George Welti Jr.

Jan 30, 2024

Frank George Welti Jr. passed away peacefully on January 30, 2024 at the age of 84. Frank was born on June 28, 1939 in Milwaukee to Frank George Welti Sr. and Lois Jean Wamser (both deceased). He attended Rufus King High School. He left school to join the Navy in 1956. He returned on leave to marry his high school...

Corrine M. Mcwey

Corrine M. Mcwey

Jan 30, 2024

Corrine Mae (Corky) McWey, Green Bay, WI died peacefully at home and went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. She was born on the shores of Green Bay on February 11, 1930, in Green Bay, to the late Kermit and Flora (Virlee) Herlache. Corky married the love of her life, William F. McWey on...

Marian Mae Pauly

Marian Mae Pauly

Jan 30, 2024

Marian Mae Pauly, age 93, passed away peacefully after a short illness, on January 30, 2024 at Evergreen Health Services in Shawano WI. Marian was born in Clintonville, WI on October 30, 1930 to James and Charlotte (Carpenter) Conlon. She graduated from Clintonville High School. She married Edward O. Pauly on July 2, 1949 in Milwaukee WI. They liked being...

William Paul "Bill" Stauss

William Paul "Bill" Stauss

Jan 25, 2024

William "Bill" Paul Stauss, 78, of Green Bay, passed away on January 25, 2024. Bill was born on October 9, 1945 to Harvey and Catherine (Secord) Stauss and raised in Manitowoc. Bill spent his working years as a School Teacher and High School Guidance Counselor in Green Bay. He enjoyed time with family and friends, observing the nature in his...

Sherry M. Schafer

Sherry M. Schafer

Jan 24, 2024

Sherry Mildred Schafer, 79, of De Pere, passed away on January 24, 2024 at home surrounded by family. She was born on August 11, 1944 to Dewey and Verna (Hardtke) Ward. Shortly after high school she married Larry Cherveny; their marriage was blessed with two daughters. After 17 years they parted in divorce. Later she met and fell in love...

Katherine "Kathy" Zich

Katherine "Kathy" Zich

Jan 23, 2024

Katherine "Kathy" Zich, 82, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024 in her home. She writes, “I lost my battle with cancer today, but I look forward to be in God’s presence.” She was born to the late Robert and Norine Cormier on Saturday, November 8, 1941 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Kathy attended West High School and upon graduation eventually started...

David J. Hartl

David J. Hartl

Jan 23, 2024

David J. Hartl, age 84, of Green Bay, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at the Unity Hospice Residence in De Pere, WI. He was born October 27, 1939 in Green Bay, WI, the youngest child of the late John and Mary (Enders) Hartl and was a graduate of Premontre High School, Class of 1957. David worked for Proctor &...

Duane R. "Snake" Pierce

Duane R. "Snake" Pierce

Jan 23, 2024

Duane “Snake” R. Pierce passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024 at the age of 70 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Green Bay on August 12th, 1953 to the late Russell and Florence Pierce. Snake proudly served his country during the Vietnam War as a member of the United States Navy Reserve from 1972-1978. While on...

Joseph Peter Blachuta Jr.

Joseph Peter Blachuta Jr.

Jan 21, 2024

Joseph Peter Blachuta Jr. Born February 26, 1963 and born into eternal rest surrounded by loved ones on January 21, 2024 after a brief illness at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Green Bay, WI. Born in Green Bay he was the son of Joseph P. Blachuta Sr. and Jacqueline M. Blachuta (Beyer). Joe attended Oconto Falls High School where he went...

Grace L. Motto

Grace L. Motto

Jan 19, 2024

Grace L. Motto, 78, of Green Bay, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital. Grace was born on July 4th, 1945 in Escanaba, MI to the late Ormal and Elaine Posenke. Before moving to Green Bay, Grace spent most of her life in Michigan where she met and eventually married the late Ray Motto. Grace is...

Eric Emmel

Eric Emmel

Jan 19, 2024

Eric James Emmel, aged 53, passed away unexpectedly due to natural causes on January 19, 2024, in Green Bay, WI. Born on Independence Day in 1970, Eric was the son of James W. Emmel and Mary J. Emmel. Eric graduated from Green Bay East High School in 1988. At East, Eric excelled in track and football earning both All-Metro and...

Nancy L. Kuklinski

Nancy L. Kuklinski

Jan 18, 2024

Nancy L. Kuklinski, 76, passed away on January 18, 2024; after a long illness with her husband and family by her side. She was born on April 24, 1947 to Raphael and Esther (Younk) Gajewski granddaughter of Nicholas and Laura (Coppersmith) Younk and Raphael Sr. and Anna (Fischer) Gajewski. As a young child she did dance, toe tap, and ballet....

Michael Mark "Mike" Van Ryzin

Michael Mark "Mike" Van Ryzin

Jan 18, 2024

Michael Mark Van Ryzin, aged 82, passed away peacefully on Jan. 18, 2024. He battled Parkinson Disease for more than 23 years without complaint, and his family takes comfort in the thought that he can finally be at peace, freed of this burden. Mike was born on March 19, 1941 in Appleton, Wisconsin. He graduated from Appleton West High School...

Margaret Virginia "Margie" Lightner

Margaret Virginia "Margie" Lightner

Jan 17, 2024

Margaret “Margie” Virginia Lightner passed away January 17, 2024. Margie was born November 6, 1928 in Long Beach, California. She was preceded in death by her husband Jim Lightner; parents Harry and Ruth (Samuels) Rattelman; brother Harry Rattelman; sisters Louise Putnam and Nancy Stratton; great-grandson Bodhi D. Lightner; grandson Bobby Lightner and many other dear relatives. She attended Hollywood High...

Randall H. "Randy" Reed Sr.

Randall H. "Randy" Reed Sr.

Jan 16, 2024

Randall H. "Randy" Reed Sr., age 83, of Green Bay, passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2024, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born in Morehead, KY, November 26, 1940, son of the late Leslie and Tevis (Butts) Reed. Randy was a graduate of Iron River High School, Iron River, MI, Class of 1959, where he was a talented athlete...

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