Obituaries
Milton "Milt" Schears
Mar 21, 2025
Milton Jerome Schears, age 83, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 21, 2025, after a battle with dementia, at The Meadows of Fall River.
Milton was born on January 11, 1942, in Waupun, son of Richard “Dick”and Margaret (Pater) Schears. Milt was a graduate of Waupun High School in 1960. He received an Honorable discharge as a Gunner/Sharpshooter of the Army...
James "Jim" Youngs
Mar 19, 2025
James Walter Youngs Jr., age 59 of Waupun, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Waupun Memorial Hospital.
James was born on June 13, 1965, son of James and Linda Youngs. He graduated from South Division High School in Milwaukee, WI. Jim was united in marriage to Valerie Cupery on July 18, 1987, at First Reformed Church in Waupun. He...
Lucille Margaret Guderski
Mar 18, 2025
Lucille Margaret Guderski, age 98, of Markesan, WI, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, with her son Tom and dog Princey at her side.
She was born on December 20, 1926, in a farmhouse on West Bend Rd. a few miles east of Theresa, WI, the daughter of Otto and Clara (Menger) Frings. She thrived on life...
Daniel "Dan" Arthur Cross
Mar 10, 2025
Daniel (Dan) A. Cross, 90, Randolph, WI passed peacefully at Randolph Health Services on March 10, 2025.
Dan was born March 22, 1934, near Cambria WI, the son of Leslie J. and Gladys H. (Jones) Cross. In 1940 they moved to the Cross-family homestead south of Randolph. Dan attended the Healy England and Randolph Grade school, and Randolph High School. Dan...
Jane Splitgaber
Mar 9, 2025
In the early hours of March 9, Jane Marie (Shafer) Schrank Splitgaber passed away at the age of 104. Born January 25, 1921 to Robert A. and Berna (Hoyt) Shafer in the Town of Springvale, Wisconsin, Jane grew up with eight siblings: Robert, Dean, Sydney, Bernard, William, Jeanette, Joyce, and Geraldine. After graduating from Rosendale High School, she attended Fond...
Charlene Jean Zills
Mar 9, 2025
Charlene Jean Zills, age 56, of Waupun, died suddenly and peacefully on Sunday, March 9, 2025, in Webster Florida with her loving husband by her side. She was born on November 5, 1968 in Wild Rose to Larry and Betty (Bohn) Wegenke. She grew up in rural Wautoma helping out on the family farm. Charlene attended school in Wautoma, graduating...
Thomas Frank Streblow
Mar 5, 2025
Thomas Frank Streblow, age 80 of Waupun, entered his heavenly home on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
Tom was born on April 14, 1944, son of Clarence and Olive (Marohl) Streblow. He was united in marriage to Bonnie Bader on November 18, 1967, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mayville, WI. Tom graduated from Mayville High School in 1962. He entered into...
Marilyn Sytsma
Feb 19, 2025
Marilyn Sytsma, age 76 of Randolph, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at Prairie Ridge Hospital in Columbus.
Marilyn was born on November 16, 1948, daughter of Albert and Jennie (Fisher) Schaalma. She was united in marriage to Charles Sytsma on August 13, 1966, at Second Christian Reformed Church in Randolph. For many years, Marilyn dedicated herself...
Dayton Morris TerBeest
Feb 12, 2025
Dayton Morris Ter Beest, a gentle soul and dedicated member of his community, passed away on February 12, 2025, at the age of 100.
He was born in the Township of Alto on July 27, 1924, son of Henry and Hattie (Veleke) Ter Beest. Though faced with a severe hearing deficit at the age of 16, Dayton never allowed the ensuing...
Vicki Lynn Roberts
Feb 6, 2025
Vicki Lynn Roberts, age 66, of Waupun, passed away suddenly on February 6, 2025, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac, surrounded by her loving family.
Vicki was born on February 25, 1958, in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, a daughter of Ronald and Phyllis (Stanford) Roberts. Throughout her life, she embraced her creativity through various talents, including painting, cooking, and stained-glass...
Alice Helen Ustaszewski
Feb 4, 2025
Alice Helen Ustaszewski, age 84, of Marquette, Wisconsin, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at home with her loving family by her side.
Per her wishes, no service will be held.
Carla Jean Jahns
Feb 4, 2025
Carla Jean Jahns, age 77 of Markesan, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Prairie Place in Ripon.
Carla was born on January 30, 1948, daughter of Carl and Martha Abraham. She was united in marriage to Kent Jahns on August 5, 1977, in Marquette, WI. Carla spent 31 years working at Del Monte as a seasonal employee and had...
Howard Walter Krenz
Jan 27, 2025
Howard Walter Krenz, age 71 of Cambria, passed away suddenly at his home on Monday, January 27, 2025.
Howard was born in Ripon on July 21, 1953, son of Harold and Esther (Dickman) Krenz. He was a graduate of Markesan High School, class of 1971. Howard was united in marriage to Cynthia Jansma at East Friesland Church on July 24, 1976....
James Douglas Durik
Jan 19, 2025
James Douglas Durik, age 73, of Markesan, formerly of Racine, WI, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at his home with his loving wife at his side.
Per his wishes, no service will be held.
Constance "Connie" June Alsum
Jan 16, 2025
Constance June Alsum, age 45 of Madison, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025, at the UW Hospital in Madison.
Connie was born in Beaver Dam on July 9, 1979, daughter of Ronald and Kathleen (Herfort) Alsum. She graduated from Randolph Grade School and completed her high school education at Columbus High School. Her academic journey continued at the University of...
Dennis Fredrick Jensen
Jan 14, 2025
Dennis Fredrick Jensen, age 82 of Princeton, passed away on January 14, 2025, at UW Hospital in Madison.
Dennis was born on December 11, 1942, son of DuWayne and Lillian (Ketzman) Jensen. He was a hands-on kind of guy, known for his knack for tinkering in the yard. Whether it was building a porch or adding an addition onto a shed,...
Esther Jane Vant Hoff
Jan 13, 2025
Esther Jane Vant Hoff, age 87 of Waupun, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, January 13, 2025. She touched many lives with her kindness and dedication.
Esther was born on March 3, 1937, in rural Cambria a daughter of William and Anna (Elgersma) Kok. She was united in marriage to Howard Vant Hoff on June 11, 1958, at East...
Michael "Mike" LaVern Krinke
Jan 2, 2025
Tragically, Michael's journey came to an untimely end on Thursday, January 2, 2025, following a farm accident that took him from this world too soon. His passing leaves a hole in the hearts of many who knew him, for he was not just a neighbor but a friend to many.
Michael LaVern Krinke was born on January 10, 1971, a son...
Iva Mae Bryant
Jan 2, 2025
Iva Mae Bryant, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away at Health Hospice Home of Hope peacefully on January 2, 2025 at the age of 78. Born on July 13, 1946 in Waupun, she was a pillar of strength and love to all who knew her.
Throughout her life, Iva demonstrated a remarkable work ethic, diligently packing radishes for Roth...
James "Jim" Peter Paul Kolins
Dec 27, 2024
James "Jim" Peter Paul Kolins, a man of great heart and unwavering spirit, was born on November 19, 1942, in Waukesha, Wisconsin. After a life marked by service and love, Jim passed away on December 27, 2024, at Randolph Health Services, surrounded by his family.
Jim proudly served in the Air Force from 1961 to 1969, demonstrating his love for his...
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