Obituaries

Mark Allen Toshner

Mark Allen Toshner

Jun 26, 2023

Mark Allen Toshner, age 63, passed away on Monday, June 26, 2023. He was born on July 1, 1959, in Oshkosh to the late Harold and Florence (Horejs) Toshner. Mark was united in marriage to Wanda Sue on October 22, 1999.

Mark was employed by several manufacturing companies in the area during his working career. His most enjoyment came when he...

Linda J. Mathe

Linda J. Mathe

Jun 22, 2023

Linda J. Mathe, age 69 of Oshkosh, passed away at Ascension Mercy Hospital-Oshkosh on Thursday, June 22, 2023. She was born on May 27, 1954 to the late Carlton and LaVerne (Dreyer) Paulus in Oshkosh. Linda married Michael “Mickey” Mathe on September 16, 1995, he preceded her in death in 2001.

Some of Linda’s greatest joys in life came from spending...

Lawrence L. Lowther

Lawrence L. Lowther

Jun 22, 2023

It is with much sadness our family mourns the loss but celebrates the life of Lawrence “Larry” Lyle Lowther. Larry passed away peacefully June 22, 2023, at Aurora Medical Center in Oshkosh, WI. Larry was born July 7, 1937, on a farm in Bevent, WI in Marathon County to John Lowther and Clara Oprzendek.

In 1956 Larry enlisted in the US...

Donald Robert Cavanaugh

Donald Robert Cavanaugh

Jun 21, 2023

Donald R. Cavanaugh, age 73, passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Crossroads Care Center in Weyauwega. He was born on October 5, 1949, in Oshkosh to the late Donald and Marian (Frey) Cavanaugh.

Donald is survived by his siblings: Rick (Susan) Cavanaugh, Kevin Cavanaugh, and Marcia (Daryl) Hoppe; sisters-in-law: Susie and Paulette Cavanaugh; and close friend and cousin, Jerry...

Janet Ruth Dunham

Janet Ruth Dunham

Jun 19, 2023

On Monday, June 19th, 2023, Janet Ruth Dunham entered the arms of her Lord and Savior following a massive stroke the previous Thursday.

Janet was born on September 18, 1945 to the late Milton & Esther (Zuehlke) Schumacher. On October 7, 1967, she married her high school sweetheart, Thomas Dunham. They were married 55 years and were blessed with two children,...

James A. Westphal

James A. Westphal

Jun 18, 2023

James A. Westphal, age 88, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023, at Hospice in Home of Hope, Fond Du Lac. He was born to the late Elmer and Elda (Nelson) Westphal on June 14, 1935, in Shawano, WI. Jim married his beloved wife Julia Kirch on July 19, 1958, in Appleton.

After graduating from high school, Jim served in the...

Roger A. Ludwig

Roger A. Ludwig

Jun 17, 2023

The most beloved Roger A. Ludwig passed away on June 17, 2023. Roger was born in Oshkosh, Wisconsin—a city he loved and lived in all his life. He was the youngest of the five sons of Harry and Marie Ludwig, parents who he cherished along with his band of brothers.

Roger graduated from Oshkosh High School and thereafter enlisted in the...

Barbara E. Paulos

Barbara E. Paulos

Jun 14, 2023

Barbara E. Paulos, age 72, of Oshkosh, passed away peacefully Wednesday June 14, 2023 at her residence. She was born on January 29, 1951, in Oshkosh WI, daughter of Nathan and Dolores Rehm Paulos.

Barb was an amazing, strong woman. She liked life to be simple, and uncomplicated, though we all know it rarely is. Anytime she got to do stuff...

Bernard "Bernie" James Barribeau

Bernard "Bernie" James Barribeau

Jun 14, 2023

Bernard “Bernie” James Barribeau, age 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at home.

Bernie was born on July 22, 1945 in Oconto, WI. From a young age Bernie knew he was destined to be involved in sports and officiating; being the youngest of five boys there was always competition amongst his siblings including...

Harold E Hoeppner

Harold E Hoeppner

Jun 13, 2023

Harold Hoeppner, also fondly known as Budd, passed away at his home in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, on June 13, 2023, at the age of 78 after a difficult battle with dementia and COPD.

He will be remembered for his acts of service to his country and the church. Harold served as a specialist in Morse code and communications in the Army from...

Arthur "Art" E. Stelzner Jr

Arthur "Art" E. Stelzner Jr

Jun 13, 2023

Arthur “Art” Eugene Stelzner Jr. was guided home from this life into the next on June 13, 2023, which would have been his wife’s 92nd birthday. He was 94 years old. He was born on March 8, 1929, to the late Arthur Sr. and Katherine (Suess) Stelzner, he lived in Oshkosh all his life. From humble beginnings, living in a...

Diane M. Statz

Diane M. Statz

Jun 10, 2023

Oshkosh (formerly Madison) - Diane M. Statz died on June 10, 2023. She is survived by her beloved husband, Paul of 49 years; her three daughters: Jill Stanuch, husband Jerry and two sons, August and Roman; Heidi Andersen, husband Steve and two children, Madisyn and Ayden; and Lisa Statz. She is further survived by one sister, Lu Ann Polland, husband...

Joyce L. Quint

Joyce L. Quint

Jun 9, 2023

A life-long resident of Oshkosh, Joyce Louise Quint, age 91, passed away Friday afternoon, June 9, 2023, at Edenbrook of Oshkosh. Joyce was the first born of five children to the late Lydia (Folske) and Edward Bauer on February 19, 1932. She married Donald Quint in St. John Catholic Church on November 27, 1954.

From her beginning at Oshkosh B’Gosh where...

Daniel D. Harmon Iii

Daniel D. Harmon Iii

Jun 6, 2023

Daniel D. Harmon III, age 92, passed away at Aurora Medical Center on June 6, 2023, due to complications of COVID. Dan was born in Oshkosh on April 4, 1931, to the late Daniel and Pauline (Allen) Harmon Jr. Dan was married to Judith Fiedler on June 27, 1964.

Dan attended Culver Military Academy in Culver, Indiana before attending and graduating...

Doris L. Otto

Doris L. Otto

Jun 6, 2023

Doris L. Otto, age 98, of Neenah, passed away peacefully at her home Tuesday morning June 6, 2023, surrounded by her daughters and cats.

Doris was born in Oshkosh, WI on April 2, 1925, the daughter of the late Stephen and Ida (Ziebel) Boese. She married Dick Otto on August 28, 1948, in Oshkosh and he preceded her in death on...

Todd R. Rasmussen

Todd R. Rasmussen

Jun 5, 2023

Todd’s life story is a true example of the American dream. He came from humble beginnings, and went on to soar to the highest of heights.

Todd was born in Muskegon, Michigan to Thomas & Bonnie Rasmussen on March 10, 1960. As a youngster, Todd developed a passion for engines and mechanics when he and his brother Gary would take apart...

Donald  A. Schultz

Donald A. Schultz

Jun 3, 2023

Donald A. Schultz, age 80, passed away unexpectedly at Aurora Medical Center on Saturday, June 3, 2023. He was born to the late Alvin and Alvina (Heise) Schultz in the town of Black Wolf on January 21, 1943. Don married the love of his life, Judith A (Judy) Lyness, on September 11, 1965.

Don graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1961....

Victoria A. Potratz

Victoria A. Potratz

Jun 1, 2023

Victoria A. Potratz, age 74, of Omro, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, June 1, 2023. Victoria was born in Oshkosh on May 27, 1949, daughter of the late William and Hazel (Lloyd) Gruse. She attended a one room schoolhouse, Jackson Grade School in Oshkosh, and Toledo High school as well as Oshkosh West...

Lawrence Edward Pfaffenroth

Lawrence Edward Pfaffenroth

May 30, 2023

Lawrence Edward Pfaffenroth was born December 31, 1926, to John and Katherine Pfaffenroth in Utica township of Winnebago, Wisconsin and was welcomed home to heaven on May 30, 2023.

He received his education at Hawley School and graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1941. After graduation he farmed with his father and brother Sam until 1963 when he bought the family...

Loretta M. Gahr

Loretta M. Gahr

May 30, 2023

Loretta Marie Gahr passed into the loving arms of our Lord on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, surrounded with the love of her daughters, granddaughters, and great grandchildren. She was born on August 17, 1929, at her home on 8th Street, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin to John and Rose (Ratchman) Mueller. She married the love of her life and best friend, David...