Kenneth Victor Konop, age 86, of Brillion, passed away peacefully on September 21st, 2026. Ken was a devoted family man, educator, and man of faith who brought curiosity and energy to everything he did. He had a natural mechanical mind, loved anything that moved fast, and was always ready for an adventure. Whether he was teaching, coaching, racing, serving his church community, or helping someone he loved, Ken showed up fully. He cared deeply about people and took genuine joy

A soul was called home when a precious mother, darling sister and loving friend to many was freed from her earthly burdens on September 10, 2026. Luane (Briske) LaZotte was born June 4, 1946 to Louis J. and Eileen M. (Drengler) Briske in Menasha, Wisconsin. She attended St. Mary elementary and high school, graduating in 1964. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and then earned her teaching certificate and Master’s Degree in Library Science from the Univer

Papa, Grampa, Dad, husband, Kenneth F. Tienor of Brillion joined his heavenly family on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, after a stubbornly fought battle with cancer. Born to Mary (Moore) Tienor and William Tienor on September 2, 1948. Ken graduated from Clarks Mills grade school and in 1966, from Valders High School. He entered the US Army and completed basic training at Fort Campbell, Kentucky and AIT at Fort Lewis, Washington. He was a Vietnam Veteran. On July 25, 1970, he

Dennis H. Rusch, age 79, of Reedsville passed away on September 11, 2026 at Brillion West Haven surrounded by family, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Dennis was born to Herman & Elsie (Brockmann) Rusch in the Town of Rockland. Dennis graduated from Reedsville High School in 1965. He continued his education at UW- Platteville, graduating with a Bachelor degree in Dairy Science. He taught Agriculture at Brillion High School for a semester before being drafted into the US Ar

(February 16, 1933 - September 15, 2026) Mary Clare “Mimi” Murphy Ariens passed away peacefully Tuesday, Sept 15 after a brief illness. Mimi, as she was lovingly nicknamed by a childhood neighbor, was born February 16, 1933 in Green Bay. The eldest daughter and second child of Thomas Crane Murphy and Mary Ryan Egan Murphy, Mimi attended St. Joseph Academy for elementary and high school, and St. Mary-of-the-Woods College in Terre Haute, IN, graduating with a degree in Element

Thomas L. Bastian, Age 80, of Whitelaw, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, September 14, 2026. Tom was born on August 14, 1946, son of the late Lawrence & Myrtle Bastian. He was a graduate of Brillion High School, class of 1965. He served our country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Tom married Anita L. Shaw on September 9, 1995 at the Rural Methodist Church in Brillion. Tom worked at the Brillion Iron Works for most of his life. He also worked par

Orrin W. Piepenburg, age 85, went to Heaven on September 7, 2026 after a brief illness. He was born on September 25, 1940 in the Family Farm Homestead north of Reedsville to the late Walter & Elvira (Maertz) Piepenburg. Orrin graduated from Reedsville High School in 1958, where he met his wife Teresa Vondrachek by their lockers. They were married February 9, 1963. He played multiple sports and received a medal for being “The Outstanding Athlete of 1958.” He was a Packers,

Robert “Bob” Cavanaugh, age 78, of Reedsville, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2026 at Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers following a brief illness. Bob was born on October 29, 1947 in Manitowoc County, son of the late Victor & Mary (Daley) Cavanaugh. Bob graduated from Reedsville High School, class of 1965 and the University of Wisconsin – Platteville, class of 1969. He married Betty (nee- Geier) on October 14, 2006. Bob taught Agricultural Education at Shiocton High

Keith Glenn Fischer, age 64, of Reedsville, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 28, 2026 at the Zablocki Veterans' Medical Center in Milwaukee. He was born on December 31, 1961 and baptized at Peace Church in Potter on January 21, 1962. He confirmed his faith on April 11, 1976. Keith graduated from Reedsville High School in 1980 where he excelled on the basketball court and football field. He proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1985-1989. Keith w

James Micke, age 67, a resident of Forest Junction, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, August 29, 2026. Jim was born on January 27, 1959 in Kaukauna, son of the late Joseph and Minnie (Mortell) Micke. He was a graduate of Brillion High School with the class of 1977. Jim was a devoted sports fan. His television could often be found tuned to the Packers, Badgers, Brewers, or Bucks whenever they were playing. He also enjoyed following local high school sports and

Joseph E. Barth, age 75, of Reedsville, passed away Thursday morning, August 20, 2026, at Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital of Appleton, surrounded by his loving family. Joseph was born on April 18, 1951, at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay, son of the late Edward and Marcella (Moran) Barth. He was a graduate of Brillion High School with the Class of 1969. On August 12, 1972, he married Sandra “Sandi” Reese at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Brillion. She preceded him in death

Harold A. (Harry, Swampy) Paulson, age 85, died August 4, 2026, at his home in rural Hilbert. He was born on September 13, 1940, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to the late Clarence and Serena (Bach) Paulson. He was baptized and confirmed at Bethel Lutheran Church in Green Bay, attended Green Bay Public Schools, and graduated from Green Bay West High School in 1959. Harold then became a member of the Wisconsin National Guard. On October 26, 1963, Harold married Judith (Judy) Pet

Dallas C. Wenzel, age 85, a Reedsville resident, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Brillion West Haven. He was born on July 5, 1941 in Appleton, son of the late Clarence and Anna (Zeman) Wenzel. Dallas was baptized on August 16, 1941 and confirmed on April 3, 1955 at Evangelical and Reformed Church in Potter, WI. Dallas was a member of St. Bartholomew Lutheran Church in Brillion, WI. Dallas was a graduate of Brillion High School, Class of 1959. He served in the Army Re

Mary Ann Schumacher, age 93, of Brillion, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at Brillion West Haven. Mary Ann was born at home on April 10, 1933 in Brillion, daughter of the late John & Rose (Opichka) Dvorachek. She was a graduate of Brillion, class of 1951. She married Charles “Charlie” Schumacher on September 30, 1953 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Brillion. He preceded her in death on June 27, 2019. Mary Ann was employed for many years at the Credit

Nancy A. Petermann, age 71, of rural Brillion, peacefully passed away on July 23, 2026. Nancy was born on March 2, 1955, to the late Edwin and Georgianna (Keller) Petermann. She was a graduate of Brillion High School in 1973. Nancy worked at the Brillion Iron Works for many years as the coupon checker. When they closed, she went to work at Ariens Co until retirement. In her younger years, she enjoyed snowmobiling, ice skating, ice fishing, and “raising hell.” Later on Nanc

William J. Konwal, lovingly known as Bill, passed away on July 19, 2026, at the age of 70. He was born on December 5, 1955, to Ray and Josie Konwal, and will be remembered for his kind heart, his love for his family, and his passion for classic cars. On October 21, 1989, Bill married the love of his life, Susan Lamb, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Greenleaf, Wisconsin. Susan preceded him in death on April 11, 2024. Their years together were filled with love, companionship,

Kim A. Dohr, age 70, of Hilbert, passed away at her home on July 15, 2026 in the arms of her loving husband and with her family by her side. She was born in Appleton on February 24, 1956, the daughter of the late Dean and Eva (Huntley) Koeniger. She was a graduate of Chilton High School. Kim was united in marriage to Alvin “Gow” Dohr on March 27, 1976, and they were blessed to recently celebrate their 50th anniversary together. One of her proudest accomplishments was being a

Geraldine "Gerri" Marie Bower (née Thieme), 78, of Hilbert, Wisconsin, passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton on Monday, July 13, 2026. Surrounded by her loving family, she left behind a legacy of deeply rooted love on what was her 58th wedding anniversary. Born on March 28, 1948, in Colby, Wisconsin, she was the daughter of the late Franklin and Dorothy (née Nelson) Thieme. On July 13, 1968, Gerri married the love of her life, Brent A. Bower, in Colby, Wisconsin.

Eugene F. "Gene" Bloedorn, age 87 of Two Rivers, passed away peacefully Sunday evening, July 5, 2026 at St. Mary's Home in Manitowoc. Gene was born in Brillion, WI on March 10, 1939 to Vera Bloedorn. He was a 1957 graduate of Brillion High School where he excelled in several sports, then proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army, having served in Korea. On May 10, 1973 he was united in marriage to Patricia Coenen in Waukegan, Illinois. The couple was

David “Dave” John Demske, 70, of De Pere, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born June 1, 1956, at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay, Dave was the son of the late Arthur and June (Etmanczyk) Demske. He remained deeply connected to his roots throughout his life, spending his years on the family land in De Pere that has been in the Demske family since 1915. Dave attended Schink School, a one-room sc