Aubrey Lin Schmitt, 2, of Reedsville passed away unexpectedly in her sleep of unknown causes on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Aubrey was born on September 15, 2023 at Aurora Memorial Medical Center Manitowoc County to Adam and Brianna (Robley) Schmitt. From the moment God placed Aubrey in our lives, it was clear to everyone that she was someone truly special. She was full of life in every sense of the word—silly, witty, charismatic, funny, and endlessly personable. She had a r

Geraldine Ann Lemke, age 84, of Hilbert, died on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton. She was born on March 1, 1941 in the Town of Fond du Lac, daughter of the late Melvin and Dora (Suemnicht) Riemer. She married Donald W. Lemke on November 8, 1958 at Trinity Lutheran Church in the Town of Rantoul. In 1961, together they bought the Federwitz farm of 98 acres and began farming the acreage on their own and raise their family. Geraldine was a lif

Joel D. Ott, age 76, of Brillion, passed away peacefully on Monday night, January 12, 2026. J oel was born on April 11, 1949 in Green Bay, son of the late Donald & Lucille (Zick) Ott. He was a graduate of Brillion High School, class of 1967. He went on to further his education at Fox Valley Technical College with a degree in Welding. Joel was in the United States Army from 1969 – 1971 and fought in the Vietnam War. Upon his return, he married his fiancee Betty Goldschmid

Stella Frances (Lombardi) Stecker, age 80, of Brillion, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at Brillion Westhaven. Stella was born September 11, 1945, in Auburn, New York. She was the daughter of the late George and Rosa (Italiano) Lombardi. She graduated West High School in Auburn, New York in 1963. She then went on to further her studies at Auburn International Beauty School in 1964 and took courses in Data Processing in 1965. She worked at Syracuse China i

Paul R. Labetzke, Jr., age 88, of Rantoul, died on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Willowdale Health and Rehabilitation Center in New Holstein. He was born September 17, 1937 in Appleton, son of the late Paul & Esther (Schwalenberg) Labetzke, Sr. On June 6, 1964, he married Joyce L. Jentsch at Trinity Lutheran Church in Rantoul where he was a lifelong member. Throughout his entire working life, Junior farmed in the Town of Rantoul, but whenever time allowed, he would get out

December 20, 1952 - December 18, 2025 Gail L. Dieball, of Hilbert, died Thursday December 18, 2025 at Brillion West Haven Assisted Living. She was born December 20, 1952, the daughter of Erwin and Dorothy (nee Rademan) Dieball. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Bruce and Mark Dieball and God Son John Zember. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Leah Dieball of Ashippun; Aunts, Marilyn Dieball of Hartland, Bernice Dieball of Colgate, and Joann Rademan of W

Michael E. Klann, age 78, formerly of Reedsville, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2025 at The Gardens at Fountain Way in Menasha. Michael was born on July 15, 1947 in Reedsville, the son of the late Ervin & Laura (Copiskey) Klann. He was a graduate of Reedsville High School, class of 1965. He then took the Farming Short Course at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Michael owned and operated a sheep farm and sheared sheep throughout Wisconsin, buying and

Oh, that the Lord would guide my ways To keep his statutes still! Oh, that my God would grant me grace To know and do his will! Order my footsteps by your Word, And make my heart sincere; Let sin have no dominion, Lord, But keep my conscience clear. Assist my soul, too apt to stray, A stricter watch to keep; And should I e'er forget your way, Restore your wand'ring sheep. Amen. (Hymn 462 vl-3) Constance Jane (Wunrow) Wenzel, age 97, of Brillion, went to live with her Lord

“One of a kind… the world lost its best man…” That is how Alvin T. Hammer is remembered after his mother and sister welcomed him into heaven on Saturday, December 13th. He was born April 6, 1974, son of Francis Hammer and the late Cheryl (Blanck) Hammer. Following his graduation from Brillion High School, Alvin earned an electric degree with honors, then an accounting degree with honors, at Northwestern Technical College - Green Bay, and even continued his education with clas

Antonia “Toni” Hillmann, age 81, a resident of Alten Haus, Neenah, formerly of Brillion, passed away Thursday morning, December 11, 2025. Toni was born on April 3, 1944 at the home farm in the town of Schleswig, daughter of the late Anton & Frieda (Kautzer) Schnell. Toni was a graduate of Valders High School, Class of 1962. On April 4, 1964 she married Frederick “Fred” Hillmann at St. Mary Catholic Church, Clarks Mills. She and her husband, Fred, owned and operated their

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edward “Ted/Teddy” Reinemann, and with rejoicing hearts that we share he reached his heavenly home on November 26, 2025. Ted was born on April 11, 1938, in Manitowoc to Clifford and Marjorie (Wintermantle) Reinemann. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John-St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville, where he remained a faithful member throughout his life, serving in various capacities including Church Council, Building a

Sarah M. Bratz, age 94, formerly of Reedsville, passed away Wednesday evening, December 3, 2025 at Brillion West Haven. She was born on February 10, 1931 in Rantoul, daughter of the late Henry and Emma (Last) Dallmann Sr. On November 26, 1955 she married Lawrence “Sonny” Bratz at Trinity Lutheran Church, Rantoul. He preceded her in death on May 18, 2022. Sarah was employed at Tecumseh in New Holstein for many years until her retirement. She was a member of the Ladies Aide and

Geoffrey “Mortis” W. Weinreis, age 68, of Reedsville, passed away on November 19, 2025. Geoff, or “Mort” as most people knew him by, was born on June 26, 1957 in Chilton, son of the late Regobert & Dorothy (Buechel) Weinreis. He was a graduate of Brillion High School, class of 1976. On May 28, 1983, he married Debra Dresang at St. Mary Catholic Church in Reedsville. Geoff worked in water and sanitation for many years in numerous communities. He retired from MCO, working i

Brian Raymond Schuh, age 64, of Brillion, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 11th, 2025. Brian was born on April 2nd, 1961, son of the Eileen (Schultz) and the late Raymond Schuh in Brillion, Wisconsin, the place where he lived his whole life. He graduated from Brillion High School, class of 79. Brian was employed by Ariens Company for the last 45 years. He enjoyed watching the Packers, Brewers, and Brillion High School sports teams. Back in high school, Brian was

Thomas E. Phillip 1971–2025 Thomas E. Phillip of Neenah passed away on Friday night, October 31, 2025, at home in the arms of his cherished children. He was 54. Tom was born on August 16, 1971 in Manitowoc, spent his early childhood in Maple Grove, and grew up on a dairy farm in Rantoul, Calumet County. His early experiences inspired Tom’s reverence for nature and commitment to quiet service. From a young age, Tom was a mechanically gifted, deeply principled, curious critical

Clifford L. Behnke, age 74, died Monday, October 27, 2025, at River's Bend Health Services, Manitowoc. He was born on March 11, 1951, the son of Milton and Ruth Behnke of Brillion. He is survived by four brothers and their spouses, one sister and her husband, and many nieces and nephews. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com . The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home

Wally Maynard age 84, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 after a four-month illness. He was born in Escanaba, MI the oldest of 7 sons to Marie and Wallace Maynard Sr. The family moved to Menasha, WI where he grew up attending both St Mary and Menasha High, class of 1959. Wally belongs to the American Legion Post 0436 in Wrightstown, served in the 127th infantry, 32nd division and retired with the rank of 1st LT. He was stationed at Ft Lewis, WA during the Cuban Mi

Jean Marie Geiger (Ley) (Chipper) passed away on October 20, 2025. Jean was born to Donald and Ann Ley on March 1, 1959. Jean was a graduate of St. Mary’s School in Greenleaf, Wrightstown High School and Fox Valley Technical College. Jean became a Mechanical Drafter and lived with Multiple Sclerosis for most of her life. Jean is survived by her son Jacob and wife Nikki Geiger, grandchildren, Elliana and Dylan Geiger, sisters, Rose Schaefer (Scott), Mary Sekeres (Tom), Bar

William “Bill” Arthur Wierschke, age 77, of Brillion, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Bill was born on July 4, 1948, in Greenleaf, Wisconsin, the son of Arthur and Eileen (Pagel) Wierschke. He graduated from Wrightstown High School, where he first developed his love for sports. After high school, Bill proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and was stationed in Korea. Upon returning home, Bill t

Diane F Roehrig (Zeamer) age 69 passed away October 18, 2025 at Ascension Calumet – Chilton after a very courageous battle with cancer. She was born on March 26, 1956, in Green Bay WI. She was the twin daughter of Harold and Eleanore (Laabs) Zeamer. After graduating from Chilton High School in 1975, she continued her education at the Wisconsin College of Cosmetology. She loved working with clients, making them look and feel beautiful. Her career took a huge turn years later,