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Donald Lee Schmelter, age 99 of Brillion, WI, passed away peacefully on May 10th, 2024.  He was born on January 25, 1925, the son of Hildegard (Jensen) Schmelter and Elmer Schmelter in New Holstein, WI. Don grew up in Brillion, WI and graduated from Brillion High School in 1943.  While attending high school, he excelled in basketball and was an excellent trumpet player!  Three days after graduation, Don enlisted in the Navy, having his dad sign for him as he was too young. He went into boot camp, then to medical school and from there went right overseas.  Don served in the South Pacific with their Mobil Medical Unit as a Pharmacists Mate Second Class for 4 years, only returning home when WWII ended. When he returned home, Don married the love of his life, Phyllis Kings, on July 23, 1949 in Maple Grove.  They made their home in Brillion, not knowing the love they would have for the community at that time.  Don also started his career with the United States Postal Service in 1949, when he became a substitute for the city mail route, as well as working for Nestle’s Milk. Don was then recalled to military duty during the Korean conflict for more than 2 years.  He was a Hospital Corpsman Second Class working for the Radiology Defense and Disaster Relief.  Returning to Brillion, Don worked for the Brillion Iron Works for a few years, while still subbing for the for the Brillion Post Office.  In January of 1957, Don became the regular city carrier.  As Brillion grew, Don would walk up to 26 miles a day delivering mail to the whole city.  In February of 1975, he became the regular rural carrier on Route 1, Brillion.  Don hung up his post bag in June of 1983. Don was involved with the Brillion Lion’s Club, being a past president and also a charter member of the Brillion Jaycees.  He was also very active in Boy Scouting, as a past Cub Scout Leader, past Boy Scout Leader, and Explorer Leader.  Don was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church.  Don was an avid Wisconsin sports fan of the Green Bay Packers, Wisconsin Badgers, Milwaukee Bucks, and Milwaukee Brewers.  He, also spent many hours watching and following his grandchildren participate in their high school sports. Don and Phyllis purchased a cottage in Door County in 1962 and enjoyed many years spending their summers with family and friends.  Once retired, they also purchased a condo in Florida and enjoyed spending their winters in the warmth.  Many good times were had with new friends in both residences. Don was also honored by taking the Old Glory Honor Flight in July of 2011. Don is survived by his children:  Donald (Sue) Schmelter, Brillion and Jan (Dwight) Keuer, Sherwood;   his grandchildren:  Max (fiancé Tiffany) Schmelter, Michael (Alyssa) Schmelter, Morgan (Kurt) Kiesow, all from Brillion, Marty (Hannah) Keuer, Lakeland, MN, Mitchell (Melissa) Keuer, Lake Elmo, MN, and Marcus (Dawn) Keuer, Oshkosh, WI;    and great grandchildren:  Lydia, Maverick, and Navy Schmelter, Ryker and Ryatt Schmelter, Callen and Aiden Keuer, Owen and Graham Keuer and Aubree Keuer, Aurora Framnes, and Ryan Frank.  His wife, Phyllis (Kings) Schmelter, his great-granddaughter, Valerie Rose Keuer, his brother Ray Schmelter, his sister Sallie Steinfest, and his parents and in-laws preceded him in death. Funeral Services will be held on at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Holy Family Catholic Church, Brillion. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Tom Pomeroy with burial to follow at Holy Family Catholic Cemetery. Military rites will be accorded by the Brillion American Legion Post #126. The family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11:00 a.m. Our family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of New Prospective Island Shores for the care and compassion shown to Dad and our family over the past 8 years.  Thank you, also, to the nurses and staff on Theda Care’s 5th floor and those at Cherry Meadows for the support and care for Dad’s journey in his last month. We all will remember Dad and his quick smile, sense of humor, and his bright blue eyes that charmed all those around him! To the man many called wonderful and sweet, we love you and will miss you dearly. The Pielhop Wieting Funeral Homes of Brillion & Reedsville are assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

Mary Lois Huybers, age 87, of Oshkosh, passed away on Saturday May 11, 2024 at her residence.  She was born on August 25, 1936 in Green Bay a daughter of Peter and Mamie (Hoffman) Geiger. While raising her nine children, Mary Lois created a hobby farm and raised many different animals. She also had several different occupations. Her favorites were working as a Head Start teacher and as a home health aide. Her most passionate hobby was bicycling. She was a member of several cycling clubs including the Lakeshore Peddlers in Manitowoc and Oshkosh Cycling Club.  She enjoyed gardening, baking, and sewing and was an amazing basket weaver. She was also a member of Emmaus Ecumenical Catholic Church. Survivors include her children, Andrew Huybers, Oklahoma, Catherine (Steve Hoopman) Huybers, Oshkosh, Martin Huybers, Oklahoma, Barbara Berres, Oshkosh, Jean Beneventi, Oklahoma, Joan Huybers, Oklahoma, Kris (Craig) Nowka, Alabama, Teresa (Mark) Haag, Alabama, Caroline (Gavin) Roselles, Montana. She is also survived by two siblings, Vern (Pam) Geiger and Ray (Maxine) Geiger, 25 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Joseph, her parents and siblings, Pete Geiger, Gerry Gabres, Richard Geiger, Jack Geiger, and Emy Reis. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday May 15, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. at Konrad-Behlman Funeral Homes-Westside, 100 Lake Pointe Dr., Oshkosh, with Rev. Mimi Maki officiating.  Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 3:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Memorial monies will go towards a planting of a tree in mom’s name. The family would like to thank ThedaCare at Home for their care and support that they provided to Mary Lois and her family.

May 13, 2024 By David Nordby The Brillion News Mike Gallagher has accepted a job with TitletownTech as a senior strategic advisor, the group announced in a press release on Monday. TitletownTech is a venture capital firm formed out of a partnership with Microsoft and the Green Bay Packers that invests in entrepreneurs and is located in the Titletown District across from Lambeau Field. Gallagher, 40, served as the U.S. Representative for Wisconsin’s 8th District, which includes Brillion, Chilton and Hilbert, from 2017 to 2024, after first winning election in 2016. He resigned prior to his term’s expiration next year and because of when he resigned, a special election could not be held so the seat in the House of Representatives is empty until January. "I am excited to join TitletownTech and contribute to its mission of transforming Wisconsin into a hub of technological innovation," Gallagher said in the press release. "Wisconsin is on the front lines of geopolitical competition in the 21st Century, and has a critical role to play in enhancing America’s economic competitiveness in general and technological leadership in particular. I look forward to working with the TitletownTech team to drive Wisconsin’s growth by making it the best destination for top-level tech-talent and thereby advance America’s national security interests." "Bringing Mike into our organization is a critical step forward in our commitment to innovation and competitiveness," said TitletownTech Managing Partner Craig Dickman. "His leadership in Congress and deep knowledge of technology and security will be crucial as we continue to back transformative companies in various sectors." Gallagher was an intelligence officer in the Marines prior to entering government work. While in Congress, Gallagher took part in multiple national interviews often based around national security and his push to ban TikTok, the popular app owned by the Chinese Communist Party.

The Brillion News May 9, 2024 BRILLION – A Brillion man is facing felony possession of child pornography. Hayden T. Bastian, 19, was charged on May 3 with 20 counts of possession of child pornography, with an offense date listed of Dec. 9, 2022. Court records indicate a search warrant of a black Samsung cellular telephone. Bastian’s address is listed as 202 Center Street in Brillion. His initial court appearance is in June. Individuals listed are assumed innocent until proven guilty.

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Daniel H. Denor, age 73, of Brillion, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 3, 2024 at Brillion West Haven. Dan was born on March 11, 1951 in Green Bay, son of the late Herbert & Rosella (Draheim) Denor.  He was a graduate of Brillion High School, class of 1969.  He furthered his education at Fox Valley Technical College, receiving a degree as a Diesel Mechanic.  On November 11, 1972, he married his high school sweetheart Ruth Nohr at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church in Brillion.  Dan was employed for 42 years at Accurate Alignment.  He started as a diesel mechanic and held several roles over the years and was working as Service Manager in the Heavy Duty Truck Department until his retirement.   He and Ruth also owned and operated Classic Cuts Salon in Reedsville for many years where he did all of the bookkeeping and maintenance.  Dan enjoyed being outdoors hunting and fishing.  He specifically fished for walleye on Lake Winnebago and pan fish on all of the nearby lakes.  Many camping trips were taken with Ruth and the kids where they would swim, fish, and just be together outdoors.  Dan was a member of the Brillion Conservation Club where he served as Club President for a time and participated in archery and trap shooting leagues.  Faith was very important to Dan, and he was very involved at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church, serving on the Church Council and Leadership Team.  Dan and Ruth were both “big softies” when it came to animals, loving and caring for many dogs over the years.  Dan often spoke about his love for his wife Ruth, and about his love for his children and grandchildren.  He and Ruth took many road trips, attended sporting events, and he truly loved spending time with his family. Dan is survived by his wife of 51 years, Ruth of Brillion: their children and spouses: Kelly (Scott) Quinn of Neenah and Matt (Jody) Denor of Brillion; their grandchildren: Noah, Caleb, Alexi, Natasha, and Ava; great granddaughter Emberlyn; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Edward (Mary) Nohr of Sun Prairie and Norma (Bill) Drumm of Brillion; a niece, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant brother: David; father-in-law and mother-in-law: Willard & Clara (Jahnke) Nohr; and sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Betty (Ron) Daul. Funeral Service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 10, 2024 at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church in Brillion.  Officiating at the service will be Rev. Ross Henzi and Rev. Thomas Fricke.  Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends at the church on Friday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. Online condolences may be made at www.pielhopwieting.com Special thanks to: Pastor Henzi, Pastor Fricke, the Brillion West Haven staff and Heartland Hospice. The Pielhop Wieting Funeral Homes of Brillion & Reedsville are assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

Ruth Ann Prochnow, age 92, of Green Bay, formerly of Reedsville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, April 30, 2024 surrounded by her family. Ruth was born on October 9, 1931 in Green Bay, daughter of the late Tony & Ida (Benecke) Marcussen.  She was a graduate of Denmark High School.  She then furthered her education, attending one year at Valparaiso University and then attending Bellin School of Nursing, graduating in 1953.  Ruth was employed as a nurse at Bellin Hospital until she married Carlos “Bud” Prochnow on August 14, 1954 in Denmark.  Bud preceded her in death on September 3, 2017.  Ruth stayed home raising their children and later worked with Bud managing their family owned Sentry Foods store in Brillion.  She enjoyed her church, St. John St. James Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsville, and volunteered there as well in the choir, was a member of the Ladies Aide, and would visit the homebound members.  She and Bud traveled in their retirement, from Hawaii to Germany and Denmark, but the most important trips to them were when it was to see grandchildren and great-grandchildren involved in school or sporting events.  Ruth always put everyone else first, and she especially loved her family. Survivors include her children and spouses: Joan (James) Rotzenberg of Allouez, Ross (Bernadette) of Darboy, Lynn (Merlin) Horswill of Brillion, Mark (Debbie) of Manitowoc, and James (Miriam) of Luxemburg; 13 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; one sister: Helen Kudick of Denmark; other in-laws: Terry (Karen) Prochnow of Reedsville and Gerald Liebergen of Fort Atkinson; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bud; father-in-law and mother-in-law: Elmer & Gertrude (Mahnke) Prochnow; in-laws: Henry Kudick, Marlene Liebergen, Harland (Gerry) Prochnow, Pearl Plate, and Gloria (Al) Vigil; and other relatives. Funeral Service were held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, May 6, 2024 at St. John St. James Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsville.  Officiating was Rev. Darin Aden.  Funeral Service were live streamed, so please search for St. John St. James Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsville on YouTube.  Burial was in the church Westside Cemetery.  The family met with relatives and friends at the church on Monday morning from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. The Pielhop Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the family with arrangements.  Online condolences may be made www.pielhopwieting.com The family would like to extend a special thank you to the wonderful staff at Village at Eden Vista for all of the loving care they have given Mom during the past 8 years.

Geraldine “Gerry” Theresa (Sommers) Weber, age 96, formerly of Hilbert, passed away Friday morning, April 26, 2024 at St. Paul Villa, Kaukauna. She was born on June 18, 1927 in Forest Junction, daughter of the late Michael & Bernadine (Brochtrup) Sommers. Geraldine attended St. Mary’s Grade School in Brillion and graduated from Brillion High School, Class of 1945. She was employed as a secretary to William N. Knauf, president of Knauf & Tesch Company, Chilton, from 1945 until 1954. She married Roger Weber on August 25, 1951 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Hollandtown. The couple resided in the Hilbert area. Roger preceded her in death on July 19, 2014. Gerry was a homemaker and enjoyed embroidery, sewing, cooking, gardening, baking, dancing, and spending time with her family. Survivors include a son: Jeff Weber, Harrison; two daughters and sons-in-law: Jeanne (Peter) Schmitt, Mondovi and JoAnn (Paul) Peerenboom, New London; two grandchildren: Michelle “Shelly” (Wes) Kempen, Brillion and Rachel (Eric) Wojta, McFarland; four great grandchildren: Isaiah, Alana, Isabell & Alyssa Kempen; and a sister-in-law: Jane Hertel, St. Paul Home, Kaukauna. Nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Roger; father-in-law and mother-in-law: John & Martha Weber; a sister and brother-in-law: Ann (Frank) Petrie; a brother and sister-in-law: Don (Lila) Sommers; a granddaughter: Jessica Weber; a special aunt, Margaret Arns, who came to help raise her after the death of her mother in 1935; a brother-in-law: Tom Hertel; a sister-in-law: Jeanette Weber and a brother-in-law: Jerome Weber. Funeral Services were held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Hilbert. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial was the Rev. Mike Betley and Diane Wickersheim with burial following at St. Mary Cemetery, Hilbert. The family will met with relatives and friends at St. Mary Catholic Church, Hilbert, from 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 30, 2024 until 10:45 a.m. Online condolences may be made. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated. The family would like to express their appreciation to St. Paul Villa and St. Paul Home Hospice Care for the compassionate care shown toward Geraldine. Your kindness will not be forgotten. The Pielhop Wieting Funeral Homes of Brillion & Reedsville are assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

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Lori A. Krueger passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones after a hard fought battle with ALS on April 16, 2024. She was 57 years young. She was born on May 4, 1966 in Kaukauna, Wisconsin to Donald and Eunice Grissman. She was blessed with two “Sista’s”  Shelly (Tom) Jost and Julie (Mike) Morris, whom she referred to as her best friends throughout her life. Lori married her high school sweetheart and love of her life, John Krueger on July 23, 1988. Together they owned and operated a dairy farm on the outskirts of Hilbert, Wisconsin, known as JOLO Farm (JO-John, LO-Lori). Lori was known for being tough and a hard worker. She hardly ever complained when work had to be done. She especially enjoyed cutting hay when the sun was shining; for the smell of fresh cut hay and so she could work on her tan! Lori also enjoyed tending to her flowers around the yard, family vacations, baking or cooking and family get-togethers. Together they built their life on the farm where they raised their three beautiful children: Whitney (Kyle) Kees, Ashley (Devan) Beil, and Kyle Krueger. Despite the demanding work of being a farmer’s wife, Lori was a dedicated mother first and foremost.  Thee BEST Mom!! There was always a delicious homecooked meal ready on the table after a long day’s work. Sunday nights were known as “family night” out in the barn. Throughout the week, you could find Lori attending one of the many extracurricular activities  the kids were involved in. Always their biggest fan! Often with a pan of bars to support the team. As the kids went off to college, she often snuck little notes or trinkets into their bags. A simple gesture that meant the world to her kids. Lori treasured her family and embraced every moment with them. She especially loved her role as “Grandma Lori” to three precious grandkids: Jensyn, Kallie, and Kenadie Kees. And she is the only one who knows the name of their fourth grandchild coming this July (Ashley’s)!  She will forever be connected to each of them through the bondage of family and faith that she instilled. Lori voiced being blessed for her many friends and how she thanked God for them each day. She is remembered as selfless, loved for having a heart of gold and beautiful soul. It was a gift to have known Lori in your life. The family would like to sincerely thank all of the support shown over the years. Pastor Mark Krueger, Pastor Marc Axelrod, all those who kept the meal train rolling, friends who took the time to visit,  and the wonderful Compassus Hospice team.A service in celebration of Lori's life will be at 11:00 am on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at St. Peter Lutheran Church (43 N. 3rd St.) in Hilbert with Rev. Mark Krueger officiating.  Burial will be in the St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery in Hilbert.  A time of visitation will be held at the Wieting Family Funeral Home (411 W. Main St.) in Chilton from 4:30 pm until 7:30 pm on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 and on Wednesday at the church from 9:30 am until 10:45 am.  At the time of the service and following, there will be a link available at wietingfuneralhome.com for those wishing to watch a memorial video or see pictures of the flowers and gifts given to the family. “It’s not goodbye…it’s until we meet again!” -Lori “Love ya a whole bunch mom!” – the Kids “Love you to the moon and back!”- John

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