Obituaries

Apr 14, 2022

Allen Humphrey, 82, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away at his home on Thursday, April 14, 2022.

Allen was born to Donald W. and Margaret B. (Holden) Humphrey in Sheboygan on January 20, 1940 and graduated from Sheboygan Falls High School in 1958. In September of 1960, he enlisted in the United States Navy serving in Long Beach,...

Apr 11, 2022

Dawn Claussen, 59, of Cedar Grove passed away Monday afternoon April 11, 2022 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice with family by her side.

Dawn was born September 10, 1962 in Sheboygan, the daughter of Erwin and Shirley (nee Winkelhorst) Claussen. She attended Cedar Grove Elementary School and Sheboygan Falls Lightfoot School, graduating from Lightfoot in 1981....

Apr 8, 2022

Mary M. Hopeman, 76, of Hingham, passed away April 8, 2022, at her home.

Mary was born on June 25, 1945, to Ellsworth and Ruth (Herrbold) VanDriest.  She graduated from Oostburg High School in 1963 and attended UW Oshkosh.  On April 25, 1970, she married David (Bill) Hopeman at the First Reformed Church in Hingham.

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Apr 7, 2022

Lee R. VerVelde, of Oostburg, passed away Thursday evening, April 7, 2022 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice in Sheboygan Falls surrounded by his family. Lee put up a valiant fight against his illnesses and never let it diminish his spirit or his sense of humor.

Lee was born May 5, 1965 in Oostburg, the son of...

Apr 5, 2022

Iva Mae Daane, passed away peacefully in the arms of her loving parents, to the shelter of her Heavenly Father at HSHS St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay, WI. Iva’s family was blessed with 12 precious hours of cuddling and being loved on, before she went to her heavenly home on April 5, 2022. In her short time on...

Apr 1, 2022

Paul VanTreeck, 82, of Clive, IA passed away unexpectedly at home on April 1, 2022.

He was born September 12, 1939 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, the son of the late Aloys and Margaret (Jentges) VanTreeck. He grew up on a multi-generation family dairy farm. Paul graduated from Oostburg High School, followed by four years of service in the...

Mar 29, 2022

Bernice D. Claerbout, formerly of Arkansas, passed away Tuesday morning, March 29, 2022. She was 72 years old.

Bernice was born December 3, 1949 in Sheboygan, the daughter of Richard and Lillian (nee Dortman) Stevens. She grew up in Sheboygan, graduating from Sheboygan North High School.

In 1993, she was united in marriage with Roger...

Mar 25, 2022

Emelee Buhk, 62, of Sheboygan, passed away on March 25, 2022, at Aurora Sinai Milwaukee Medical Center with her family by her side.

Emelee was born on September 9, 1959, to Raymond and Emily (DeSmidt) Buhk.  She enjoyed craft projects, enjoyed being outside, gardening, and spending time with her family and friends.

Emelee is survived...

Mar 24, 2022

Rev. David Arthur Zylstra, 73, passed away Thursday evening, March 24, 2022, at Pine Haven Christian Home in Sheboygan Falls.

David was born on April 7, 1948, in Chicago, IL, to Arthur and Kathryn (nee Mellema) Zylstra. He was a graduate of Chicago Christian High School and continued his education at Trinity College, Calvin College and Calvin...

Mar 24, 2022

Brad Allen Siefert, 61, of Sheboygan, left us to be with his Father in Heaven on March 24, 2022. He died peacefully and unexpectedly at his home.

Brad was born August 8, 1960 in Sheboygan, the son of Allen and Sandra Siefert. He attended Sheboygan High School and worked various jobs through out Sheboygan County.

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Mar 22, 2022

Linda (Thomas) Vance, age 56, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, March 22, 2022. Linda was born June 10th, 1965 to David and Theresa Thomas. She grew up in Random Lake and attended school there. Linda was a devoted mother, wife and friend. She is survived by her husband Scott, son, Devan (Ashley), her daughter Amber, and her parents David...

Mar 17, 2022

Marlene R. Freville passed away Thursday evening, March 17, 2022 at Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Hospital with her husband, Bob, by her side. She was 70 years old.

Marlene was born October 23, 1951 in Fond du Lac, the daughter of Benjamin and Catherine (nee Hornick) Merkel. She grew up in Fond du Lac, attended St. Louis Grade School...

Mar 16, 2022

Evelyn E. Havey (Dirienzo), of Sheboygan Falls, passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 16, 2022 in West Bend. She was 90 years old.

Evelyn was born June 3, 1931 in Madison, Wisconsin, the daughter of Joseph and Francis (nee Beck) Dirienzo. She graduated in 1949 from Edgewood High School in Madison.  She earned a scholarship to attend the...

Mar 16, 2022

Michael Zehel, 37, of Lacey, WA, passed away on March 16, 2022, in Lacey, WA.

Michael was born on October 14, 1984, to Anthony and Gale (Kreuser) Zehel in Sheboygan. He was a 2003 graduate of Oostburg High School.

Michael was a man of immense sacrifice and dedication, serving his country in the U.S. Armed...

Mar 11, 2022

Jane Marie Schneider, 74, of Sheboygan, passed away on Friday, March 11, 2022, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.

Jane was born to Richard and Irene (Lane) Bauer on September 24, 1947, in Sheboygan. She enjoyed crocheting, camping, shopping, and fishing. Jane had a love of animals, drawing, playing guitar, and writing and illustrating children’s books.

Mar 9, 2022

Carol M. Schuessler, age 81, of Oostburg passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Sheboygan Senior Community after a short illness.

Carol was born on March 12, 1940, to Jacob “Lester” and Florence (Endres) Stuessy in Madison, WI. She was raised in Milwaukee, graduating from Divine Savior High School. She worked for a time at...

Mar 8, 2022

Barbara A. Rank (nee Biesel), formerly of Ephraim, passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at Cedar Grove Gardens. She was 78 years old.

Barbara was born November 13, 1943, to Harvey and Gertrude (nee Tiedemann) Biesel in Milwaukee, WI. She grew up with 4 siblings and attended Custer High School. While in high school, she met her...

Mar 5, 2022

Carl Martin Blok, 87, entered his heavenly home on March 5, 2022, at Cedar Grove Gardens. Carl was born to Abe and Maude Blok on November 29, 1934. He graduated from Oostburg High School. He was united in marriage to Delores Tenpas on May 2, 1959.

Carl was a Ford Dealer for over 40 years. After selling...

Mar 1, 2022

Nelda Henrietta Westerbeke, 93, of Oostburg, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at Pine Haven Christian Communities – Giddings.

Nelda was born to William and Wilma (Brill) Ongna on May 15, 1928, in the Town of Lima.  She graduated from Oostburg High School in 1946. Nelda was united in marriage to Allen Westerbeke on July 25,...

Feb 22, 2022

Carl John Wilterdink, a lifelong Hingham resident, passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at his home at the age of 70.

Carl was born August 28, 1951, in Sheboygan to Lloyd and Marie (nee Brasser) Wilterdink. He graduated from Oostburg High School in 1969. Carl worked in construction all his life. He worked for R R...