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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Dec 27, 2024

Judy Ann Grotzke, age 73 of Princeton, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024, at SSM St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, whose presence touched the lives of many.

Judy was born on June 18, 1951, in Poynette, Wisconsin, daughter of Burton and Leah (Freeland) Higley. She was a graduate...

Dec 26, 2024

Gerald Victor Hunter, age 96 of Dalton, passed away on December 26, 2024, at the Markesan Resident Home.

Jerry was born on January 8, 1928, in Marquette County, son of Ernest and Winnie (Morgan) Hunter. He was united in marriage to Darlene Radtke on August 2, 1952, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Princeton, WI. A devoted farmer, he spent his...

Dec 23, 2024

Thomas Lynn Alf, age 70 of Princeton, WI, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, at the Markesan Resident Home. 

Tom was born on July 7, 1954, in Berlin, a son of Alfred and Margaret (Bloch)Alf. He was united in marriage to Nancy Hoffman on August 26, 1978, in Berlin at St. Stanislaus Parish. Tom and Nancy had resided in Ripon...

Dec 21, 2024

Mary Lou Elizabeth Heinen, age 86, of Waupun went to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac.

Mary was born on April 18, 1938, in Richland Center, Wisconsin, the daughter of Joseph and Dorothy (Seifert) Hackl. On February 18, 1972, she was united in marriage to Robert Heinen...

Dec 18, 2024

Kristine Peterson (Pitersone) a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 36, on December 18, 2024, at Meriter Hospital in Madison, surrounded by her loving family, after a long illness.

She was born on July 11, 1988, in Liepaja, Latvia, to Vadims Zubaks and Ludmila (Bedorova) Zubaka. Kristine grew up with a passion for life...

Dec 16, 2024

Robert “Bob” L. DeMotts of Waupun passed away on December 16, 2024, at the Meadows of Fall River, after a courageous fight against Parkinsons.

Bob was the son of Harold and Catherine (Bronkhorst) DeMotts. He graduated from Waupun High School and Fond du Lac Tech School. He served in the Wisconsin Army National Guard. Bob was in the grocery business his...

Dec 7, 2024

Peacefully and surrounded by family, James Allen Skalitzky passed into the arms of his Heavenly Father on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the age of 78 years.

First and foremost, James was a follower of Jesus and he would want everyone to know what Jesus meant to him and the beautiful rejoicing and eternal life that awaited him in Heaven. He...

Nov 27, 2024

Kirstie Jean Riese, age 32 of Horicon, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. A beloved daughter, devoted mother, and cherished friend, Kirstie's spirit and creativity touched the lives of all who knew her.

Kirstie was born on June 22, 1992, in Bradenton, Florida, the daughter of Joseph Riese and Denise (Talley) Wiersma. Kirstie was a proud graduate of Waupun...

Nov 26, 2024

Donald V. Schultz reached his Heavenly home on November 26, 2024. He was born at home in Juneau on August 25, 1935, to Theodore and Mary (Hein) Schultz. His parents brought him to be baptized on September 22, 1935, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Juneau. He confirmed his faith on April 10, 1949, also at St. John’s, where he...

Nov 23, 2024

Ronald Herbert Thiem, age 68, of Markesan, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at UW Health University Hospital in Madison.

 Ron was born on June 12, 1956, in Ripon, WI, son of Herbert and Arlene (Stobb) Thiem. He was a graduate of Markesan High School, class of 1974. On May 6, 1978, he married Teresa “Terry” Deaver in Ripon at...

Nov 20, 2024

Erma Kindschuh, age 85 of Waupun, passed away peacefully at Prairie Ridge Assisted Living in Waupun, on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, with family at her side.

Erma was born on August 18, 1939, in the Township of Randolph, daughter of Willard and Jessie (Stiemsma) Vander Galien. She was a graduate of Cambria High School. On June 28, 1958, she married Donald...

Nov 13, 2024

Evelyn Pauline Chapman, age 86 of Ripon formerly of Oakfield, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at Maple Crest in Ripon with family at her side.

Evelyn was born on June 13, 1938, in LeRoy, WI, daughter of Edwin and Leona (Schultz) Loest. For many years she accomplished elaborate and detailed cross-stitch, embroidery...

Nov 7, 2024

Frank Arnold Pugh, age 85 of Markesan, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at home with family by his side after a courageous battle with cancer.

Frank was born on August 26, 1939, son of Frank and Mabel (Price) Pugh. He is remembered in love and held in the highest esteem by his family. Frank was...

Nov 6, 2024

Fred Laverne Bartz, age 90 of Markesan formerly of Altoona, WI, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at ThedaCare Medical Center Berlin.

Fred was born on September 17, 1934 in Iowa, a son of Fred and Irene (Schima) Bartz. He was united in marriage to Dorothy Schaefer on July 17, 1981, in Carroll Iowa. Fred retired...

Nov 6, 2024

Sara went to heaven’s gates on November 6, 2024, at her home with her family by her side. She was born near Edgehill Georgia on May 6, 1939, to Gozie and Jeanne (Hawkins) Walden. She was raised on a cotton farm with her 13 brothers and sisters. Sara was accustomed to hard work her entire life and started picking...