All Obituaries

Allen C.  Schumacker ("Butch"), age 74, of Kaukauna passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton. He was born on August 5, 1949, in Sparta, Wisconsin, son of the late Clifford and Margery (Newton) Schumacker. After graduating from Sparta High School in 1967, he studied Paper Technology at Valley Technical College in Oshkosh. Following the completion of his studies, he landed a career...

Dennis W. “Skeeter” Lowney, age 72, of Freedom passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Hospital surrounded by his loved ones.  He was born on May 7, 1951 and raised in Bear Creek, son of Rosemary (Young) and the late William Lowney.  Skeeter graduated from Freedom High School in 1969.  He was the proud owner of Pat and Skeeter’s Tavern in Stephensville.  He then joined his son, Joe, to start up Lowney’s Landscaping until his...

Jeffrey Michael Herb passed away on Monday, April 29th, 2024 at the age of 66 years old.  Jeff was born and raised in Appleton, Wisconsin on July 13, 1957 to Barb and Jerry Herb. Jeff loved his family and friends well.  He was always willing to help anyone and consistently thought of others before himself.  Jeff always let others know of his love for them, ending his phone calls and visits with “Love you.”  He put his trust in God our creator, Jesus His Son,...

Mary Louise Williamson, age 83, of Little Chute, was called home to heaven on Monday, April 29th. She was born on January 11th, 1941, daughter of the late Harold and Margaret (Beyer) Aerts. On August 17th, 1963, Mary Lou married Richard Williamson at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church in Little Chute and they enjoyed 55 years together. Mary Lou enjoyed a variety of activities and interests, from golfing, bowling, fishing and gambling to knitting, reading, and watching sports.  Her...

Duane D. Feustel, 67, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024 at home.  Duane was born on August 27, 1956 to David and Betty (Ory) Feustel in Oshkosh.  On January 27, 1985 he was united in marriage to Sheila Owen. Duane was self employed as a recycler and did so with a passion.  He also enjoyed playing cribbage and fishing.  Duane roasted his own coffee and was always growing things in his garden and with hydroponics.  He never met a stranger and loved to talk, he...

Katherine Goetz, our beloved Mom, Sister, Aunt and Friend passed away unexpectedly Sunday, April 28th, 2024 at the age 82.  Katherine was born February 27th, 1942 to Elizabeth (Betty) and Edward Rickert at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton, WI.  Katherine grew up on the family farm with her four siblings Mary Ann, Joyce, Mike and Jerry.  She enjoyed spending her time outdoors fostering her love for the beauty of nature, gardening and of course getting her hands dirty with...

Kimberly Kay Fietzer Dunham, 55, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024 after a brief illness. Kim was born in Appleton, WI on October 22, 1968 to Nancy and Douglas Fietzer. Kim graduated from Appleton East in 1986. After that she attended McConnell Travel School and several years later, she attended FVTC and got her degree in accounting. In 2004, Kim met James Dunham and they were happily married on November 11, 2011. Kim was quite a private person unless you rubbed her the wrong way and...

My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. John 14:2-3   On April 24, 2024 Elaine “Duggee” Van Gompel with her children by her side, the Lord entered and took her to the room He prepared for her in His glorious kingdom.   Elaine “Duggee” Jansen was...

Gary P. Steffens, age 76, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Monday, April 22, 2024.  Gary was always true to himself and his beliefs.  One of his mottos was if you are not ten minutes early, you are late.  So naturally he passed in the early hours of the day. Gary was born in Appleton, Wisconsin on July 25, 1947.   He grew up in Kaukauna, Wisconsin and graduated from Kaukauna High School in 1965. He enlisted in the Army in 1967. The three years...

Ethel L. Vande Hey, age 86, of Freedom, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2024. She was born on July 1, 1937, daughter of the late Elzear and Johanna (Demerath) Bowers. She attended schools in Wrightstown and then married Eugene A. Vande Hey on April 30, 1957. Ethel and Gene started the Colonial House Supper Club in Freedom and for years ran the business together. They made many fond memories with family and friends through the years at the super club and bowling lanes. Ethel bowled for...