All Obituaries

Raymond Roth, age 81, passed away Monday, March 18, 2019. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time.

Barry Dion, an unconditionally supportive father, loving husband and compassionate friend and neighbor died Thursday, March 14, 2019 at his home. Barry was born in Turners Falls, Massachusetts on May 29, 1955 to the late Robert and Elaine Daignault Dion. He met Patricia Bresnahan in Holyoke, Massachusetts, quickly fell in love, and married her in1990. They were married for 19 years until she passed away in 2009 of cancer. Barry worked for Essity (SCA Tissue) as a customer service...

John J. Konetzke “Jack”, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Theda Care Regional Medical Center in Neenah.  Jack was born on January 30, 1938 in Neenah, to Anton and Anna (Dombrowski) Konetzke.  He went to St. John’s grade school in Menasha and graduated from Menasha High School in 1956.  Jack excelled at both basketball and baseball.  He married Roberta Steffensen at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church on May 30, 1956 and they had two...

Virginia Elizabeth Hoffmann, age 100, of Neenah, passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2019. She was born July 14, 1918 in Omro, the sixth of ten children, to the late Willis and Margaret (Rank) Young.  Virginia met her future husband Ralph Hoffmann while working at a farm implement shop in Chilton. She kept up a steady correspondence with Ralph as he served in the Navy during WWII. They were married on July 26, 1946.  Virginia worked at The First National Bank of Neenah (aka...

Trudy Ann Backer, age 81, of Neenah, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2019. She was born April 19, 1937 to the late Earl and Florence (Kripps) Goodwin Sr. Trudy was a caring soul who loved being surrounded by family and friends. She gladly made more than enough food for all her family gatherings that she enjoyed hosting. Trudy also enjoyed shopping. Trudy is lovingly survived by her husband of 58 years, John Backer; five children: Vicky (Bill) Griffin, Kristi (Jerry) Evansen, Cindy...

Shawn Michael Francart, age 37, of Neenah,  passed away unexpectedly  Sunday, March 3, 2019. He was born February 25, 1982 to Michael and Janice (Fink) Francart. Shawn enjoyed all things sports, especially soccer, softball, and golf. He was an avid Packers, Brewers, and Manchester United fan. Shawn was said to be a firecracker but, will be remembered most for his heart of gold and willingness to help others. He also thoroughly enjoyed watching cooking shows and making spicy food...

John J. Schipferling, age 92, of Menasha/Lakewood, passed away into our Lord's loving arms, after a short illness on Saturday March 2, 2019. John was born on May 21, 1926 in Menasha, son of the late Edward A and Theresa (Ciske) Schipferling.  John married Carol R Robinson at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Menasha on September 3, 1949 He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on August 11, 1944. He saw active duty during WW II  serving in Japan from April 1945 thru June...

Homer David Bishop “Bish”, age 80, of Neenah, passed away on Friday, March 1st, 2019.  He  was born on December 6, 1938 in Appleton, son of the late Homer and Rose (Shierl) Bishop.  Homer was very proud that he and his father had a combined 96 years of service at George Banta Co.  Following his retirement in 2006, he was a shuttle drive for Dodge Country and a porter for Kolosso (Jeep/Dodge).    His passion for cars went from competitive drag racing...

After 29 years of many medical challenges, Delbert L. Howe is finally at peace with his Lord and Savoir. He was born on January 3, 1940, son of the late Lloyd and Grace (Boushley) Howe. On July 2, 1960, Del married Juanita Foster at Faith Lutheran Church in Appleton, and together have celebrated over 58 years of marriage. Del retired from Bergstrom- Gladfelter after over 30 years of dedicated service. He enjoyed deer hunting and crossword puzzles. Del could fix anything and he enjoyed all...

Betty Thome, age 88, died at her home on Tuesday, February 26, 2019, surrounded by her loving family who were singing “Climb Every Mountain.” She was born on January 9, 1931 in Appleton, the daughter of Helena Frances Junk and Grover Cleveland Wiegand. Up until the end, she was a woman of immense courage, who raised eight children after losing her husband, Earl, to a heart attack in 1972. Betty created a home on Betty Avenue in Neenah where all were welcome—it was a home...