Richard Vernon Syms
Jun 12, 2023
Richard Vernon Syms (Rick) April 21, 1950 to June 12, 2023 “Forever Young”.
Rick passed away suddenly at his home due to health complications on June 12, 2023. Rick was born April 21, 1950, in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, to parents James and June Syms. Rick graduated from L.P. Goodrich High School in 1968. In his junior high and high school years,...
Daniel M. Kraemer
Jun 12, 2023
Daniel M. Kraemer, age 70, of Fond du Lac, died on Monday, June 12, 2023. He was born on February 22, 1953, in Fond du Lac, the son of Keith and Joan (Corrigan) Kraemer. On May 15, 1987, he married the love of his life, Marjorie “Margie” Berndt in Fond du Lac. She preceded him in death on February 3,...
Wayne Morris Wallschlaeger
Jun 11, 2023
Wayne Morris Wallschlaeger, 83, of Fond du Lac (FDL), Wisconsin, passed peacefully in his sleep at The Manor of Fond du Lac, on Sunday, June 11, 2023, after an 8-month battle with various age-related illnesses.
Born July 28, 1939, and raised in Ripon, Wisconsin, Wayne, a veteran of the WI National Guard was called up to Fort Ord, and then went...
David L. Hoffman
Jun 11, 2023
David L. Hoffman, 91, of Markesan, died Sunday, June 11, 2023 at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay. He was born February 19, 1932 in Fond du Lac, the son of John and Bertha Dachefske Hoffman. David worked for GE Medical Systems as a designer until his retirement. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, and loved going out to eat.
He is survived...
Charlotte A. Gray
Jun 10, 2023
Charlotte A Gray, 84, of Fond du lac, died peacefully on June 10 , 2023 at Lake View Place in Fond du lac. She was born on January 3, 1939, in Fond du Lac, the daughter of Orville Christie and Dorothy (Krenn) Christie. On June 7, 1958, Charlotte “Chuckie” married Charles “Chuck” Gray Jr. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in...
Mary J. Schraven
Jun 9, 2023
Mary J. Schraven, 64, of Fond du Lac, died Friday, June 9, 2023 at Crossroads of Fond du Lac surrounded by her friends and family. She was born April 5, 1959 in Darlington, the daughter of James and Eva (Wright) Ennis. Mary married James Schraven and he preceded her in death. She worked many years in Central Distribution at St....
Dorothy D. Schroeder
Jun 7, 2023
Dorothy D. Schroeder, 88, passed away peacefully at the St. Francis Home in Fond du Lac, WI on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 where she was a resident for over eight years. She was born on June 25, 1934 in Westfield, WI, the youngest child of Otto and Dora Henke. On June 23, 1957, she married Elroy J. Schroeder at Immanuel...
Jean E. "Jeannie" Davies
Jun 5, 2023
Jean E. “Jeannie” Davies, age 91, formerly of Fond du Lac, died Monday, June 5, 2023, at The Legacy at Noel Manor in Verona, WI. She was born on December 5, 1931, in Fond du Lac, the daughter of Archibald and Lynda (Splittgaber) Flynn. On May 3, 1954, she married Farrell “Red” Davies. He preceded her in death on April...
Karlton F. Beyer
Jun 4, 2023
Karlton F. Beyer, 58, of Fond du Lac, gained his wings into heaven on Sunday, June 4, 2023. He was born on December 10, 1964, in Green Bay, the son of Larry and Jean (Heider) Beyer. Karlton was an avid Halloween decorator, an antiques and Coca Cola collector.
He is survived by his mother, Jean; four siblings, Tamara (Charles) Vedder, Erik...
Virginia J. "Ginny" Bartell
Jun 3, 2023
Virginia J. “Ginny” Bartell, 98, died Saturday, June 3, 2023, at the St. Francis Home in Fond du Lac. She was born in New London, Wis., on March 8, 1925, to William and Esther (Sawall) Thern.
Ginny moved to Fond du Lac with her family in 1936. She was a graduate of Winnebago Lutheran Academy. Following her marriage in 1943, Ginny...
Ricky J. "Rick" Smet
Jun 1, 2023
Ricky J. “Rick” Smet, age 61, of Fond du Lac, died Thursday, June 1, 2023, at Aurora Hospital in Oshkosh after losing his battle with cancer. He was born on August 29, 1961, in Fond du Lac, the son of Harold W. and Norma F. (Petersen) Smet. On June 14, 2013, he married Lynda Pinkerton. Rick worked at Mid-States Aluminum...
Kevin B. Kleinschmidt
Jun 1, 2023
Kevin B. Kleinschmidt, 54, died Thursday, June 1, 2023, at his residence after battling cancer for the past year. He was born in Fond du Lac on November 17, 1968, to Bruce and Mary Lou (Mitchell) Kleinschmidt. Kevin was a 1987 graduate of Winnebago Lutheran Academy. On April 24, 2010, he married Pam Freund.
Kevin loved hunting, sturgeon spearing, and racing...
Barbara Zimmerman
May 31, 2023
Barbara Zimmerman, 71, of Rosendale, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at Lake Point Villa with her loving family by her side. She was born February 13, 1952, in Waupun, the daughter of Donald and Ruth (Mertens) Gillett.
Barb was a loving and caring soul, who dedicated her life to teaching in the Rosendale Brandon School District for 20 years....
Donald "Ziggy" Edwin Ziegler
May 31, 2023
Donald “Ziggy” Ziegler, 67, of Fond du Lac, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. He was born on January 8, 1956, in Fond du Lac, the son of Donald and Dixie (Goron) Ziegler. Don was blessed with many things in life; his children, grandchildren, family, and friends. After receiving a degree in graphic art, Don...
William E. "Bill" "Pa" "Wilbur" "Willard" Lee
May 31, 2023
William E. “Bill” “Pa” “Wilbur” “Willard” Lee, age 74, of Fond du Lac, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at Hope Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Fond du Lac on November 11, 1948, the son of Edwin “Sonny” and Peggy (Coffers) Lee. Bill married Judie Gantner on October 13, 1965, in Rockford,...
Karen Jean Gorn
May 29, 2023
Karen Jean Gorn, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 29, 2023 at the age of 81. She was born on August 27, 1941 in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, the daughter of Gladys L. Schulze and A. Reinhold Gorn and granddaughter of Martha and William Schulze. Karen was a graduate of L.P. Goodrich High School and a graduate of Cosmetology School.
Karen...
Ann M Adler
May 29, 2023
Ann M. Adler, 47, of Fond du Lac, passed away on Monday, May 29, 2023, after courageously fighting diabetes and heart disease for many years. She was born on November 25, 1975, the daughter of Tom and Mary Ann (Jansen) Adler. She graduated from St. Mary Springs High School and was employed with Piggly Wiggly for many years. She was...
Reverend Gerald W. Schrankler
May 28, 2023
Reverend Gerald W. Schrankler went to his eternal home on May 28, 2023, at the age of 90. He is survived by the love of his life, Helene (nee Gehler). He is further survived by their three children Amy Larson Roloff (Gerald Stieber), Anne Paradies, and David Schrankler, two grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. He is survived by his...
Perry R. Clark
May 28, 2023
Perry R. Clark, age 54, of Fond du Lac, died Sunday, May 28, 2023. He was born on July 18, 1968, in Fond du Lac, the son of Russell and Judith (Tank) Clark. He graduated from Oshkosh West High School. Perry worked at Quad/Graphics and as a bartender at Twisted Roots in Oshkosh. He loved the Milwaukee Brewers and enjoyed...
Wayne Arthur Erickson
May 25, 2023
Wayne Arthur Erickson II, 67, of Fond du Lac passed away on May 25th, 2023, after a battle with cancer.
Wayne was born to Babbette "Bobbie" Erickson and Wayne Arthur Erickson Sr. on November 4th, 1955. Wayne considered himself a son to the late Rollie Moericke who was the loving partner of Babbette for over 30 years.
Wayne enjoyed life. He was...