Obituaries
Philip Leader
Jun 17, 2025
Philip Leader, age 86, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Marvin’s Manor in Horicon.
Private funeral services are being held.
Jacob Carl Bresser
Jun 12, 2025
Jacob Carl Bresser, fondly known as Jake, was born on November 7, 1995, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. He departed from us far too soon on June 12, 2025, in St. Paul, Minnesota, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege to know him.
Jake's life was defined by hard work, determination, and love. He garnered accolades and respect in...
Jeffrey Medema
Jun 12, 2025
Jeff Medema, age 63, of Alto, passed away unexpectedly at his home on June 12, 2025 after a heart attack.
Jeff was born on February 10, 1962, in Plymouth, WI, the son of Clayton "Clutch" and Carol Ruesink Medema. A graduate of Waupun High School, He married Mary Wierenga, June 27, 1981. Jeff began his professional journey in 1980 as a...
James DeWayne Smith
Jun 9, 2025
James DeWayne Smith, known affectionately as “JD,” “Red,” or “Smitty” by those who knew him best, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2025, in Waupun, Wisconsin, at the age of 78.
Born on December 30, 1946, in Hillsboro, Wisconsin, Jim grew up with a love for sports and the outdoors. He was a graduate of UW Oshkosh, where he earned a...
Valerie Pargeter
Jun 3, 2025
Valerie Pargeter, age 83, a native resident of England and a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, and beautiful soul who was kind to everyone, peacefully passed away at Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac on June 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Valerie was born on February 14, 1942, in Tipton, England, the daughter of the late Edward...
Marcia Jansma
Jun 1, 2025
Marcia Lee Jansma, of Waupun, WI, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2025 at the Christian Home in Waupun at the age of 83. Her family rejoices that she is now with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
She was born to Simon D. and Martha L. (Hoogerhyde) Hovinga in Grand Rapids, Michigan on May 24, 1942. From the time Marcia...
Gladys Jansma
May 29, 2025
Gladys Jansma, age 90, of Waupun; loving wife, mother, and grandmother passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025 into the loving arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ.
Gladys was born December 11, 1934, the daughter of Herman and Jennie Vande Streek Hopp. On March 6, 1953 she married Louis Jansma. Gladys was a pillar of her community and an active member of...
Pamela Beekman
May 28, 2025
Pamela Beekman, age 57, passed away on May 28, 2025, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac.
Pamela was born on January 27, 1968 the daughter of Carl Bronstad and Phyllis Bronstad (Uelmen). A proud graduate of Waupun High School, class of 1986, Pamela entered the workforce and quickly established herself as a very determined and hard worker. She contributed...
Sharon R Groy
May 28, 2025
Sharon R. Groy, age 78, peacefully departed this world on May 28, 2025 at her home.
Sharon was born March 14, 1947, the daughter of Lawrence and Josephine (Van Buren) Westhuis. After graduating from Brandon High School in 1965, Sharon embarked on a journey that would lead her to marry James Groy. They were married May 29, 1971 and together they...
Leanne Johnson
May 19, 2025
Leanne Johnson, age 69, of Waupun, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025.
Leanne was born November 9, 1955, the daughter of John and Jeanette Winkel Fisher. Leanne graduated from CWC in Waupun. Following high school she worked at McGregor and met Frederick Johnson on May 2, 1981. They resided in Waupun all their married lives. Leanne and Fred were self-employed...
Keith Westhuis
May 14, 2025
Keith Westhuis, age 72, of Waupun, passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Per the families request no services will be held.
Robert "Bob" Possin
May 14, 2025
Robert (Bob) L. Possin, 72, of Brandon, passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2025, peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loved ones, after a swift and brave battle with cancer.
Bob was the son of Lester and Beatrice Possin of Burnett and grew up on their farm in rural Burnett. He attended Waupun High School and graduated in 1970. On June...
Debbie Scheller
May 10, 2025
Debbie Scheller, age 70, of Waupun, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 10, 2025.
Debbie was born January 11, 1955 in Oshkosh, WI the daughter of Arthur and Beatrice Behm Scheller. Debbie graduated from Oshkosh West High School and attended UW-O where she received her Bachelor of Science Degree. She received an Associates Degree from Moraine Park and Masters Degree from...
Orville Rens
May 10, 2025
Orville W. Rens, age 82, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025 after a long illness with Parkinson's disease surrounded by family at Prairie Ridge in Waupun.
Orville was born July 28, 1942 in Fond du Lac County near Fairwater, the son of Harold and Wilma Loomans Rens. Orville married Mary Bronkhorst in 1961 and later divorced. Orville farmed with his...
Everett Vossekuil
May 6, 2025
Everett “Whitie” Vossekuil, age 94, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, just days shy of his 95th birthday.
Everett was born on May 13, 1930, the son of Albert and Sophia Klawikowski Vossekuil. Everett lived a life marked by hard work, dedication, and a deep love for his family. Growing up in Beaver Dam, Everett attended local schools before embarking...
Don Mulder
May 5, 2025
Don L. Mulder, age 82, passed away Monday, May 5, 2025 at Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac.
Don was born October 13, 1942 in Beaver Dam, the son of Louis and Mabel Beek Mulder. Don was a graduate of Waupun High School in 1961. Following high school he attended University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh for a year. Don was employed...
Junior Gutmann
Apr 28, 2025
Gerald J. Gutmann Jr., age 60, passed away Monday, April 28, 2025.
Junior was born June 25, 1964 in Milwaukee, WI the son of Gerald and Jean Giese Gutmann Sr. Junior's early life was shaped by his education in the Milwaukee school system, where he laid the foundation for a successful career in the trades. He further honed his skills at...
Faye Aalsma
Apr 27, 2025
Faye Maxine Aalsma, 74, died on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the home of her daughter in Waupun. Faye was so ready to go home to heaven. Her greatest joy in life was being with her children and grandchildren. Faye loved to laugh, play and just be with her kids and grandkids. She was defined by a simple, steady faith...
Patricia Smith
Apr 23, 2025
Patricia “Pat” Smith, age 88, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2025.
Pat was born on October 26, 1936, to Robert and Matilda “Tillie” Thresher in Fond du Lac. She dedicated her life to caring for others and fostering community bonds, leaving behind a rich legacy of love and creativity.
On November 17, 1956, Patricia married Ronald “Ron” Smith in Fond du...
Jerome Siedschlag
Apr 22, 2025
Jerome Siedschlag, age 83, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025.
Jerome was born November 8, 1941 in Brandon, the son of Bernard and Wilma Schouten Siedschlag. Jerome attended Waupun High School and served his country honorably in the Air Force, stationed in Delaware and Canada. After his service, he pursued higher education at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, where he...
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