Obituaries

Dec 25, 2024

John Carl Lemke, 81, a longtime resident of Campbellsport, passed away on December 25, 2024, after a brief battle with Lung Cancer.

John was born on June 12, 1943, to Junerose and Lloyd Lemke. After John graduated from Campbellsport High School in 1961, he served in the United States Army from June of 1961 to June of...

Dec 22, 2024

Lester G. Weis, 85, of Campbellsport went to his heavenly home on Sunday, December 22, 2024 at Liberty House in Fond du Lac. He was born on August 28, 1939 in the Town of Ashford, the son of the late Gregor and Margaret (nee Thill) Weis.

On April 15, 1961, Lester was united in marriage to Elaine...

Dec 20, 2024

Susanne Stilwell, cherished mother, devoted Oma, and beloved friend, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024, at the age of 64. Born on September 18, 1960, in Bonn, Germany, she touched countless lives across multiple continents with her unwavering kindness, fierce loyalty, and warm heart.

Having spent her childhood between Germany, Africa, and Japan, Susanne was a...

Dec 18, 2024

Ray L. Pfantz passed away unexpectedly December 18th 2024. He was born August 23rd, 1954 to Carl and June. Ray lived in North Fond du Lac with his service dog Destiny. They shared a special bond with each other. Ray loved to go fishing and spend time with his friends.

He is survived by his son Bill...

Dec 16, 2024

Thomas A. Minz, 79, formerly of Campbellsport passed away peacefully on Monday, December 16, 2024 at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee. He was born on July 5, 1945 in West Bend, the son of the late Hugo and Marie (nee Bohn) Minz.

On June 12, 1985, Tom was united in marriage to Barbara A. Kippenhan Schmitt in Las...

Dec 15, 2024

Alexandré A. Bowlby

Alexandré Bowlby, born April 23rd, 1990, in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, left us far too soon on December 15th, 2024, at the age of 34. For over six long years, Alex faced brain cancer with a quiet, courageous determination that inspired everyone around him. Through every challenge cancer sent his way, his strength and positivity...

Dec 11, 2024

Gary Alan Jordan, 61, of Campbellsport passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at his home. He was born in Tomahawk on April 11, 1963, the son of Myron B. and Mary A. (Wyland) Jordan.

Survivors include his son Brian, mother Mary, girlfriend Sara Bintzler, brother Otto (Jennifer), sister Gwen Marie (Vincent) Nellen, nieces, nephews, other...

Dec 9, 2024

Linda L. Margelofsky (nee Ashenmacher) 78, went to her heavenly home on December 9, 2024 with her loving family by her side. She was born in Hartford on October 7, 1946 and the daughter of the late Joseph and Marjorie (nee Kauper) Ashenmacher. She married the love of her life, Roger Margelofsky on August 10, 1968 at Peace Lutheran...

Dec 8, 2024

Marvin Otto Panko of Kewaskum entered eternal life on December 8, 2024 at the age of 88.

Marvin was born in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin on July 10, 1936 to Joseph and Orlinda (nee Rogie) Panko.  He grew up on a large dairy farm in Junction City and was very proud his family had the largest barn in...

Nov 29, 2024

Lora A. Kohler (nee Ballard) of Fond du Lac passed away on November 29, 2024 at the age of 40 from her extensive battle with pulmonary hypertension. She was born on September 24, 1984, daughter of Steven & Barbara (nee Zech) Ballard. She graduated from MPTC in 2003. Her family and friends along with her cat Fluff were utmost...

Nov 12, 2024

Marlene M. (Reilly) Hatch, age 83 entered into eternal life on November 12, 2024 at Hospice Home of Hope. She was born June 18, 1941 to Leo and Fern (Ziegert) Reilly in the Town of Eden. She graduated from St. Mary Springs Academy, and attended Marian College. On April 8, 1961 she married Robert H. Hatch at St. Mary’s...

Nov 8, 2024

James Luciano Garcia was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on May 12, 1972, and baptized into Christ on May 28, 1972 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Milwaukee. He was confirmed at Morning Star Lutheran Church in Jackson, WI in 2013, and was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church in Modesto, CA. On November 8, 2024, at the...

Nov 6, 2024

Robert J. Loehr, 77, of St. Cloud went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Aurora Bay Care Hospital in Green Bay. He was born on June 20, 1947 in Fond du Lac, the son of John and Marie (nee Jacky) Loehr. On May 20, 1967, Bob was united in marriage to Rose M. Iding at...

Oct 31, 2024

Elizabeth Jean (Forberg) Ernest, 86, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024.  Betty was born on December 19, 1937, to Ralph Edward and Esther Marie (Weber) Forberg.  Betty had light blue eyes and a headful of such heavy, foot-long curls the pediatrician ordered her hair cut to alleviate her of headaches.  Betty grew up sharing an idyllic childhood and...

Oct 26, 2024

Robert P. Tischendorf, 86, of Campbellsport went to his Heavenly Home on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Kathy Hospice, West Bend. He was born in Campbellsport on August 21, 1938, the son of Alfred and Cyrilla (nee Schaeffer) Tischendorf. Bob was a 1955 graduate of Campbellsport High School and served in the U.S. Marine Corp from 1955 to 1958...

Oct 26, 2024

Roger was born on March 15th, 1937, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the only surviving child of  Edward Max and Martha Bertha (Koehler) Bartelt.

At the time of his death, he was married (7-2-68) to Sharon (Sherry) Ann (Sippy) Bartelt his co-pilot and navigator. They both enjoyed traveling, flying, boating and motorcycling together.  They also enjoyed their four years...

Oct 24, 2024

Joseph “Joe” William Koch passed from this world on October 24, 2024, to hold hands with his wife, Ella, in Heaven.  Joe was born to Paul and Marie Koch on June 29, 1931, in the house he lived in his entire 93 years on Earth. His childhood was filled with working the farm, fishing the creek, and making minor-mischief...

Oct 19, 2024

Mark Schroeder, 59, of Fond du Lac passed away on October 19, 2024, at his home. He was born on July 7, 1965, and was the son of the late Rodney and Arleen (Sauer) Schroeder.

Mark lived in Florida for over 20 years before moving back to Wisconsin in 2022. Even though he moved back, he remained...

Oct 17, 2024

Dorothy L. Randall age 94 (nee Braatz), of Eden, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024 at the Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac. She was born on March 8, 1930, in Fond du Lac, the daughter of William and Minnie (Sielaff) Braatz.

She was a graduate of Goodrich High School in Fond du Lac. On...

Oct 13, 2024

Steven G. Martin, 66, of the Town of Empire passed away Sunday, October 13, 2024 at his home after a four month battle with cancer. He was born in Fond du Lac on August 22, 1958, the son of the late Gerald and Audrey (nee Rauch) Martin. On April 24, 1993, Steve was united in marriage to Karen A....