16 March 2020

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Bernadine Theusch

Bernadine Theusch


Bernadine “Bonnie” Theusch (Hug), age 101 years, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on March 10, 2020 at New Perspective Senior Living Community in West Bend.

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Sharon L. Heiser

Sharon L. Heiser


Sharon L. Heiser (nee Gast), 77, of Kewaskum was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 8, 2020.

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Leslie Gessner

Leslie Gessner


Leslie “Les” Gessner, age 62 years, of Beechwood was called home to be with the Lord on March 11, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.

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Dennis “Tug” Hockers

Dennis “Tug” Hockers


Visitation:  Wednesday, March 18, 4 to 8 p.m.  Service:  Wednesday, March 18, at 8 p.m.  Location:  Ryan Funeral Home in DePere Dennis “Tug” Hockers, 53, Mayville, passed unexpectedly on Thursday March 12, 2020. He was born in Green Bay on December 3, 1966, to James F. and Marge (Vande Hei) Hockers. Tug graduated from Ashwaubenon High School in 1985. He attended Oshkosh University and graduated with a degree in Police Science. Tug worked for the Mayville Police Department for 28 years. He was very involved in community activities. Tug enjoyed hunting and fishing. He will be missed by many for his selfless services to the entire community. He is survived by son, Ty Hockers of Mayville; his father, James (friend Mary Bain) of Crivitz; his brothers, Dave (Linda), Crivitz and Corey (friend Kelly) of Ashwaubenon; special friend, Chalyn Mueller and son, Carter; numerous nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Marge; fraternal grandparents, Ione and James B. Hockers, and maternal grandparents, Agnes and Gerald Vande Hei. Friends called after 4 p.m. on Wednesday March 18, at Ryan Funeral Home 305 N. Tenth Street, De Pere. A memorial service was held at 8 p.m. All law enforcement is welcome to attend. Please visit www.ryanfh.com to send condolences to the family. A memorial fund has been established in Tug’s name.
10 March 2020

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Kyle Barrett

Kyle Barrett


Kyle Barrett, age 40, of Kingston, MI passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 7, 2020 at Covenant Medical Center in Saginaw, MI.

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Jeanette Lange

Jeanette Lange


Jeanette Lange, 68, passed away at her home in Sun Prairie on Sunday, March 8, 2020. Jenny was a funny, smart, and fierce woman who faced a long illness with grace and grit.  She found joy in the small things, like hiding packs of Goldfish crackers for her grandsons to find, and proudly displaying all of Adam, Jake, and Sean’s artwork.  She was a good listener, a calming presence, and a tireless advocate for others. Her mobility was limited in her later years, but she kept up with family via Facebook and played Scrabble online. She loved finding prayers for special occasions, and her enduring faith was an inspiration to those around her.  She spoke her mind, often unfiltered, and developed an inexplicable penchant for horror movies. She liked to paint flowers; cheer on the Badgers, Brewers, and Packers; and travel up north with her husband Randy. She adored Randy; they shared a wry sense of humor, and Jenny often said she was lucky to have married such a good cook.  Her sisters remember her as a whipsmart, beautiful, and headstrong child, beloved by teachers and relatives alike. To her nieces and nephews, she was playful and a bit mischievous — she was game to help the kids play pranks on other relatives and always had fun knick-knacks the kids could play with. Jenny was born in Beaver Dam on August 1, 1951, and graduated from Lowell Reeseville High School. She studied Early Childhood and Special Education at UW–Whitewater, where she met Randy. She had an illustrious and meaningful career in special education that included working as a teacher and building statewide programs that remain in place to this day. She received a Certificate of Special Recognition from U.S. Senator Russ Feingold for her work, and every year her alma mater awards a scholarship in her name. She lives on in her family, particularly her daughter Katie, who inherited her mother’s determination, loyalty, and commitment to family and community. Jenny is survived by her husband Randy, daughter, Katie (Luke) Voss; grandsons, Adam, Jake, and Sean; brother, David (Beth Kamrath) Neuberger; sisters, Suzette Renwick, Christine (Leroy) Kirchberg, and Annette (Dr. David) Ringdahl; nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene “Ooch” and Gladys (Fehling) Neuberger; her sister, Michelle Neuberger; brother-in-law, Dr. Richard Renwick; and her sister-in-law, Susan Neuberger. Donations in Jenny’s memory can be made to Jenny Lange scholarship fund at UW–Whitewater. To make a donation, visit uww.edu/foundation/how-to-give/give-now and under “Designation” scroll down to “Jenny Lange Memorial Donations.” Cress Funeral & Cremation Service in Sun Prairie served the family, 608-837-9054.

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Donna M. Panko

Donna M. Panko


Donna Mae Panko (nee Pospisiel), age 82, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2020 at Froedtert of West Bend Hospital.
09 March 2020

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Thomas E. Hartwig

Thomas E. Hartwig


Visitation:  Tuesday, March 10, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Service:  Tuesday, March 10, at 1 p.m.  Location:  St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mayville Thomas E. Hartwig, 94, of Mayville, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2020, at Prairie Ridge Assisted Living in Mayville with his wife and family by his side. Thomas was born the son of Rudolph ‘Rudy’ and Louise (Sauerherring) Hartwig on December 17, 1925, in Fond du Lac. Tom was a 1943 graduate of Mayville High School. Tom proudly served his country in the US Air Force during WWII where he was a tail gunner on a B-17 bomber. He was united in marriage to Verona Luedtke on September 11, 1948, in Mayville. In between hunting seasons, Tom worked for and retired from the Mayville Post Office. Earlier in his life, Tom loved playing baseball and was inducted in the Rock River League Hall of Fame and was also voted as the best shortstop in the league. Tom was an avid outdoorsman and loved to be out in nature while hunting and fishing and tending to his apple trees. He was known for his generosity, always being there to lend a helping hand, and his humor. Tom attended St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mayville. He was also a member of the Mayville American Legion Post #69 and the Mayville VFW. Tom is survived by his wife of 71 years, Verona of Mayville; his children, Ken (Laurie) Hartwig of Pinedale, WY, Sue Weinberger of Knowles, and David (Kathy) Hartwig of Montello; his grandchildren, Garrett (Emily) Hartwig, Derrick (Jenny) Weinberger, Tom Weinberger, Tammy (Andrew) Severtson, and Julie Hartwig; his great-grandchildren, Weston, Marley, Holden, Maeve, Vivian, Elle, Ava, Will, and Emma. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Tom was preceded in death by his parents and a granddaughter, McKenzie. Visitation took place on Tuesday, March 10, from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at 1 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mayville. A funeral service for Tom took place on Tuesday, March 10, at 1 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mayville with the Rev. Sara Gillespie officiating. Burial took place at St. Paul Cemetery with Military Honors conducted by the Mayville American Legion Post #69. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH. com

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Florence V. Simon

Florence V. Simon


Florence Valeria Simon (nee Miller), 95, of Campbellsport, died on Thursday, March 5, 2020, surrounded by her loving family at St. Francis Home in Fond du Lac.