Obituaries
Charlene Kamphuis
Aug 19, 2025
Charlene Kamphuis, age 77, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at Ripon Hospital with her family by her side.
Charlene was born on August 22, 1947, the daughter of Edward and Elizabeth Loomans. She graduated from Brandon High School in 1965 and soon after married the love of her life, James “Jim” Kamphuis, on September 2, 1966, at Alto...
Gale Dahlke
Aug 16, 2025
Gale Alfred Dahlke, age 82, peacefully passed away August 16, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
Gale will be sadly missed and mourned by his wife of 60 years Susan (Wedge) Dahlke. His four cherished children; Timothy Dahlke, Fawn (Tony) Senn, Eon (Stacy) Dahlke, Bambi (Cory) Buchholz. 8 Grandchildren; Amber (Joseph) Zaccone, Brooklyn (Tyler) Kovalaske, Cearrah (Chase) Harmsen, Delanie (Cameron) Sauer,...
Robert "Bobby" Lee Bentz
Aug 15, 2025
Waupun – Robert “Bobby” Lee Bentz, age 53, of Waupun, passed away on August 15, 2025.
Bobby was born on February 10, 1972, to Lee and Virginia “Ginny” Bentz. A lifelong resident of Waupun, he graduated from Waupun High School in 1990 and graduated with a degree in Police Science from Moraine Park Technical College in 1992.
Bobby dedicated 30 years of...
Irene Ruesink
Aug 12, 2025
Irene Ruesink, age 94, passed away August 12, 2025 in Peoria, AZ.
Irene Ruesink was born December 14, 1930, in the Town of Alto in Fond du Lac County. She is the youngest daughter of William and Esther Neevel Glewen. Irene attended Waupun schools, graduating from Waupun High School in 1948. Irene then attended St. Agnes School of Nursing, and earned...
Kathryn Giebink
Aug 10, 2025
Kathryn “Kate, Kathy” Giebink, passed away on August 10, 2025 at the age of 90 years old.
Kathryn was born on November 25, 1934 in the town of Waupun, the daughter of Sidney and Minnie Harmsen Frens. On September 14, 1952 she married Calvin Giebink at Netherlands Reformed Church in Waupun where she was a lifelong member.
Kathryn is survived by her...
Anna Wells
Aug 7, 2025
Anna Wells, age 90, of Waupun, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025.
Anna was born March 26, 1935 in Fox Lake, the daughter of Eli and Jennie DeVries Winkel. In 1956 Anna married Emmett Fisher until his passing, and later married Jack Wells. Anna met Jack on bus trips to various events. Throughout her career, Anna distinguished herself as...
Linda Coda
Aug 4, 2025
Linda Coda, (77) of Waupun passed away on August 4, 2025 with her loving husband by her side.
Linda Coda was born June 27, 1948 in Beaver Dam, WI the daughter of Milan and Helen Krueger Nickerson. Linda attended Waupun schools, graduating from Waupun High School in 1966. Linda married Ron Coda September 16, 1967 in Waupun. The couple resided in...
Elton Hull
Aug 3, 2025
Elton Hull, a beloved figure known for his unyielding spirit and dedication to both family and work, passed away on August 3, 2025, at Waupun Memorial Hospital. He was born on February 3, 1939, in Alto, Wisconsin, to John and Gertrude VandeStreek Hull.A devoted husband, Elton married Katherine Alsum on August 29, 1958, in East Friesland. Their love story, which...
Judi Guenthner
Aug 2, 2025
Judi Guenthner, age 66, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025.
Judi was born September 16th, 1958 in Bakersfield, California to the late Homer & Gladys Walker.
Judi had the perfect balance of personalities. She was loving and caring but also was stubborn, sassy & spunky. She was never afraid to speak her mind.
Judi loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. It...
Dennis Lyn Parsons
Aug 2, 2025
Dennis Lyn Parsons, age 82, of Waupun, passed away on August 2, 2025.
Dennis was born on October 18, 1942, in rural Berlin, Wisconsin, to Milton and Louise (Buelow) Parsons. He was the youngest of eight children, with five older sisters and two older brothers. Dennis was raised in the Berlin area and graduated from Berlin High School in 1960. After...
Sandra Blakeslee
Aug 1, 2025
Sandra Blakeslee (89) of Waupun, passed away peacefully on August 1st, 2025 at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac.
Sandra Blakeslee was born April 17, 1936 in Mauston, WI the daughter of Bruce and Ione Bentz Wright. Sandra was a graduate of Wonewoc High School. On November 20, 1954 she married James Blakeslee at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Wonewoc....
LaVerne Wellhouse-Kok
Jul 25, 2025
LaVerne Wellhouse-Kok, age 88, passed away on July 25, 2025 at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac.
LaVerne was born on January 21, 1937 in the small town of Metomen, the daughter of Garret and Lucy Grotenhuis Hopp. LaVerne's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to her family and community. On August 23, 1963 she married Wallace "Bud" Wellhouse...
Tritt Nicole Harmsen
Jul 24, 2025
Tritt Nicole Harmsen, age 32, grew up in Ripon, WI and graduated from Ripon High School. A vibrant spirit whose laughter and kindness touched the lives of all who knew her, passed away unexpectedly on July 24, 2025.
Born on December 14, 1992, she was a bright light in this world, characterized by her huge heart and dedication to helping everyone...
Thomas Kroeze
Jul 24, 2025
Thomas "Tom" Kroeze, age 62, a proud Wisconsinite and lover of life, passed away tragically in an automotive accident on July 24, 2025. He was a devoted father, son, brother, and a cherished friend to many.
Tom graduated from Beaver Dam High School in 1981, where he was not only a member of the championship football team but also forged friendships...
Doreen Lindeman
Jul 15, 2025
Doreen Lindeman, age 93, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at Randolph Health Services.
Doreen was born June 10, 1932 in Horicon, the daughter of Ewald E. and Leona (nee Pufahl) Schmude. Doreen graduated high school in 1950 and then earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh where she graduated in 1954. She was a...
Lois Bentley
Jul 15, 2025
Lois Joy Bentley, age 89, passed away on July 15, 2025.
Lois was born January 20, 1936 in Oakfield, WI the daughter of Constantinous “Gust” and Helen Burleton Gainacopulos. Lois was a graduate of Fond du Lac Sr. High School and on April 28, 1956 she married Robert M. Bentley at Evangelical United Brethern Church in Fond du Lac. Following their...
Jeffrey Rens
Jul 14, 2025
Jeffrey Rens, age 54, of Waupun, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2025 at his home.
Jeff was born July 29, 1970 in Waupun, the son of Victor and Patricia Johnson Rens. He attended Waupun High School, graduating in 1988. Jeff was very active in football and wrestling. His love for wrestling included coaching for various ages of students. On...
Roland J. Gallenberg
Jul 9, 2025
Roland J. Gallenberg, affectionately known as “Rol” or “Rollie”, died on July 9th at his home on Fox Lake in Wisconsin.
He is survived by his loving children, Louanna (Tim) Bradley, Loretta and Charles. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Joyce (nee Beaumont) of 61 years, and his brothers David and Norbert.
Roland was born in Langlade County...
Heidi Gayler
Jul 7, 2025
Heidi Gayler, age 43, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, July 7, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Heidi was born on May 14, 1982, the daughter of Randy and Kristin (Sixt) Block. She was a shining light in the lives of many, known for her outgoing personality and the joy she brought to those around her. Heidi graduated...
Jerome "Jerry" Loop
Jul 6, 2025
Jerome “Jerry” Loop, age 86, passed away peacefully – with family by his side – on Sunday, July 6th, 2025.
Jerry was born on February 11, 1939 in Milwaukee, WI, the son of Claude and Marian. The family later moved to the Fond du Lac area, where Jerry became a proud Class of 1957 graduate of Waupun High School.
In 1962, while...
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