Obituaries
Sharlee R. Schaafs-Mittelstaedt
Jan 24, 2023
Sharlee Schaafs-Mittelstaedt, age 71, formerly of Sheboygan, passed away on Tuesday, January 24th.
She was born on February 26, 1951, in Duluth, MN, to the late Ernest and Ruth (Mattson) Vocelka. She attended local schools and graduated from South High School in 1969. She furthered her education and received a bachelors degree in education at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh....
Richard H. Martens
Jan 24, 2023
Richard H. Martens, 68, of Sheboygan, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at Aurora Medical Center in Sheboygan. He was born December 29, 1954 in Sheboygan to the late Richard U. and Hildegarde (Ernst) Martens. Richard graduated from Sheboygan South High School with the Class of 1973. He then went on to attend UW Madison for forestry and...
Maureen "Mo" Susan Ryan
Jan 22, 2023
Maureen “Mo” Susan Ryan, 63, of Ocala, Florida, formerly of Sheboygan, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 22, 2023 and is now at peace with her son and other angels.
She was born June 9, 1959 in Harvey, Illinois to the late Donald Edward Sr. and Muriel Joan (Melcher) Ryan. She grew up in Posen, Illinois as...
Carol Jane Dekker
Jan 22, 2023
Carol Jane (Buteyn) Dekker (93) went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 22, 2023. She was born and raised in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, where she graduated from Sheboygan Christian School and North High School. She married Robert John Dekker on September 16, 1949, and together they raised their 5 children in Sheboygan. They were married for...
Helen Barbara Dunn
Jan 22, 2023
A Local Icon dies at 102 years.
Helen Barbara Dunn
May 9, 1920 – January 22, 2023
Helen (Hlavac) Dunn was born in Castle Rock, WI to Wencel Hlavac and Matilda Bradac. Her ancestors immigrated from Bohemia (now Czech Republic) and settled in Wisconsin. Helen grew up on a farm near Platteville, graduating from Platteville High School in 1938. ...
Ronald E. Becker
Jan 22, 2023
Ronald E. Becker, age 82, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023, at Morningside Health Center.
He was born on November 23, 1940, in Sheboygan to the late Eldred and Bernice (Ashbock) Becker. He graduated from North High School in 1959 and then furthered his education at Carroll University, graduating in 1963. On September 9, 1963, Ron married...
Brian J. Forss
Jan 21, 2023
Beloved father, son, brother and friend, Brian J. Forss, age 59, of Sheboygan passed away far too soon on January 21, 2023, in Sheboygan, WI. Brian’s Soul left his physical body to journey on to a wondrous place full of peace, love, and beauty where he is free from any pain or suffering. He entered this world on May 21,...
Eunice S. Goettel
Jan 21, 2023
Eunice S. Goettel, 96, of Sheboygan, entered eternal life on Saturday, January 21, 2023. The oldest of six children, Eunice was born on February 12, 1926 to Lawrence and Martha (Midtlien) Ekern in Vernon County. She was a 1945 graduate of Westby High School and Sheboygan County Teachers College. For a number of years, she was a school secretary...
Betty R. Puksich LPN
Jan 20, 2023
Betty R. Puksich, 86 of Sheboygan, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023 at Sheboygan Senior Community. Betty was born on May 19, 1936 to Robert & Dora (Smith) Strickland in Headland, Alabama. On February 23, 1953 she married John R. Puksich at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Phenix City Alabama. John preceded Betty in death on November 24,...
Dorothy M. Oehldrich-Medlin
Jan 19, 2023
Dorothy M. Oehldrich-Medlin, 99, of Sheboygan, passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2023, at Progressive Care Center. She was born August 26, 1923 in Sheboygan to the late Otto Sr. and Margaret (Miketich) Gorr. Dorothy attended Sheboygan Area Schools. On July 3, 1942 she was united in marriage to Milford E. Oehldrich, who preceded her in death on August...
Steven P. Gruenke
Jan 17, 2023
Steven P. Gruenke, age 64, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on December 11, 1958, to the late Joseph and Alice (Christenson) Gruenke. He graduated from South High School. Steve was employed with Kohler Company for almost 40 years. Steve enjoyed bowling and playing softball for many years.
Steve...
James C. Roth
Jan 16, 2023
James C. Roth, age 86, of Sheboygan passed away peacefully on Monday, January 16, 2023, at Countryside Manor where he had been a resident.
He was born in Sheboygan on November 22, 1936, to the late Robert and Lydia (Heronimus) Roth. He graduated from Central High School. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1955 until 1959,...
Patricia "Pat" A. Verhelst
Jan 15, 2023
When we are called to part, it gives us inward pain, but we will still be joined in heart and hope to meet again.
Patricia “Pat” A. Verhelst, age 73, of Sheboygan passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.
She was born on February 2, 1949, in Sheboygan to the late Walter and...
Harley R. Harrington
Jan 11, 2023
Harley Harrington found peace on January 11, 2023 following a sudden decline in health while a resident at Lincoln Village in Port Washington, WI. Harley was born in Mt Morris, Michigan in June 1938 to Earl and Uneita Harrington as the second youngest of seven siblings. He graduated early from high school so he could follow in his siblings’...
Robert M. Meyer
Jan 8, 2023
Robert M. Meyer, 96, of Sheboygan, passed away peacefully with his son at his side on Sunday, January 8, 2023. He was born September 7, 1926 in Sheboygan to the late Charles and Rose (Shapiro) Meyer. Robert graduated from North High School with the Class of 1944; he then went on to receive his bachelors degree in Business Administration...
James "Jim" M. Schultz
Jan 7, 2023
James M. “Jim” Schultz, 89, of Sheboygan, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, January 7, 2023. He was born August 24, 1933 in Sheboygan to the late Martin and Ruth (Altenbach) Schultz. He graduated from North High School with the Class of 1952.
Following High School Jim drove truck for his father’s trucking company E & A....
Carol M. Beck
Jan 6, 2023
Carol M. Beck, age 81, of Sheboygan passed away peacefully on Friday, January 6, 2023.
She was born in Sheboygan on February 14, 1941, to the late Menhard and Erna (Schiebl) Sonnemann. Carol attended local schools and graduated from North High School. On June 2, 1962, Carol married Larry Beck in Sheboygan. Together, they made many memories at their...
Lance J. Weber
Jan 5, 2023
Lance Joseph Weber, 53, of Sheboygan, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at Aurora Sheboygan Medical Center. He was born October 5, 1969 in Dallas, TX to Joseph G. and Margaret (Montemayor) Weber. Lance graduated from Bishop Dunne High School in Dallas, TX with the Class of 1988. Lance proudly joined and served in the US Army.
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Ruth Ann Engelhardt
Jan 4, 2023
Ruth Ann Engelhardt, 64, of Sheboygan, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan. She was born September 7, 1958 in Sheboygan to the late Donald and Joan (Vrobely) Engelhardt. Ruth graduated from South High School with the Class of 1977; she then went on to receive her Associates Degree in Interior Design.
Ruth...
Jerry J. Srock
Jan 4, 2023
Gerald “Jerry” John Srock born 6/22/1937 in Albert Lea, MN died peacefully in his sleep on 1/4/2023.
He married Janet Stevens on 6/9/1957. They moved to Sheboygan, WI around 1960. Jerry was a carpenter by trade and loved all kinds of woodworking and wood crafts. He had a strong work ethic which he passed onto his children. He always...
