All Obituaries

Susan Elaine Kraemer, age 77, of Sheboygan passed away peacefully Friday, April 9, 2021 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice. Born October 1, 1943 in Summit, WI, she and her twin sister, Nancy, were later adopted by Walter and Emily (Jensen) Taubenheim. Susan attended local schools graduating from North High School in 1962. She was united in marriage to Allan Kraemer on June 11, 1966 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Sheboygan. Susan spent many years working in retail customer...

Jeffrey Scott Nierode, age 62, of Sheboygan, passed away peacefully at home with his husband & best friend of 40 years, Wayne, by his side on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. Jeff was born on July 21, 1958, in Port Washington to Armin and Shirley (Dumer) Nierode. He graduated from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota, with a term completed in Thailand. In 1980, Jeff met Wayne in Milwaukee and shortly thereafter they relocated to southeast Florida, finally settling in Dania Beach, Florida....

Elizabeth “Liz” Hamilton Coffey was born on October 10, 1929 in Manitowoc, Wisconsin to Agusta and Walter Hamilton. She graduated from Connecticut College in 1952. Liz married Arthur Jerome (Jerry) Coffey on October 23, 1954. They moved to Sheboygan where they raised their six children. Surrounded by her children, Liz joined her beloved husband and son in heaven on March 28, 2021.  Liz was generous with her time through involvement in many civic groups, including...

Ruth A. Smies, age 65, was born on January 7, 1956, and passed away peacefully in her home on March 27, 2021. She enjoyed baking, camping, boating, road trips, Chevrolet muscle cars and spending time with her family. Ruth is survived by her loving husband, Roger; son Jeremy Smies; two grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; a sister and two brothers. She has been reunited with her parents, sister and daughter. A Funeral Service for Ruth will be held on Friday, April 2, 2021 at 3PM at...

Ernest A. Meise, 83, of Sheboygan, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice with his family by his side.  He was born March 2, 1938 in Sheboygan to Ernst and Emma (Erni) Meise.  Ernie attended Washington Grade School and graduated from Sheboygan North High School with the Class of 1957.  He later furthered his education at UWM studying Leather Chemistry.  Ernie proudly served in the Army National Guard. On...

Sharon L. (Gabrielse) (Gannon) Wimberly, age 72, passed away peacefully at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice on March 23, 2021. Sharon was born on April 3, 1948 in Plymouth, WI. She graduated from Plymouth High School in 1966. She married John Gannon in 1966, John’s life was taken in Vietnam in early 1967. Sharon then joined the Marine Corp in 1967 to finish John’s tour of duty. This is where she met and married Stephen E. Wimberly in 1969. Sharon and Stephen were married...

Patricia Brinkman Gollner was born on September 11, 1958 and passed away on March 21, 2021 at the age of 62. She attended Sheboygan county schools until earning her bachelor’s degree from UW-Stevens Point and her master’s degree at UW-Milwaukee. Patti married the love of her life, Paul Gollner, on September 8, 1990 in Sheboygan and had a son, Jonathan, in 1992. She worked as a social worker in Sheboygan County before becoming a licensed clinical therapist and then co-owner of...

Clark “Pete” P. Hatton, 72, of Sheboygan, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2021, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice. Pete was born on November 24, 1948, to Clark and Theresa (Peterson) Hatton in Sheboygan. He graduated from Sheboygan South High School in 1967. Pete married Carolyn Larson on August 15, 1970. Prior to the marriage, he had enlisted in the US Army, and served stateside as well as in Germany. Following their marriage, Carolyn joined Pete in Germany, where...

Michael E. McNitt age 61 of Sheboygan passed away Sunday morning March 14, 2021 at Sheboygan Health Services after a brief illness. He was born October 31,1959 in Port Washington to Truman and June (Thill) McNitt. Michael attended St. Clement School and graduated from South High School in 1977. He spent his career as a cosmetologist working in salons in Milwaukee and Florida. He owed five miniature Schnauzers over the years, which he loved very much. He also enjoyed flower and plant...

Alan E. Dekker, age 60, of Sheboygan entered eternal life on March 12, 2021 with loved ones at his side after a courageous fight with cancer. Alan was born February 10, 1961 in Sheboygan to Robert and Carol Dekker.  He attended Sheboygan schools.  He married his long-time love of 28 years, Tammy, on July 31, 2020.  Alan was a self-taught mechanic, which he pursued a career in over 30 years.  Alan enjoyed many outdoor activities, especially hunting and fishing, which he...