Sharon V. Ver Strate, age 82, of Sheboygan, died on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee. She was born on March 18, 1943, the daughter of the late Fredrick and Sophie Dann Duchow. Sharon attended local schools and graduated from Sheboygan North High School in 1961. On March 27, 1965, she was united in marriage to Ronald R. Ver Strate at Fountain Park United Methodist Church in Sheboygan. Ronald preceded Sharon in death in January 21,1998. Sharon earned h...

Gretchen Stein Levezow passed away on November 27, 2025, at Froedtert hospital surrounded by family. She was battling cancer for 4 years and died after contracting an acute infection. She was born in Milwaukee, WI, on March 31, 1950, to Arthur L. Stein and Eileen O'Leary Stein. Gretchen grew up in Milwaukee, attending Sacred Heart Catholic School and Bay View High School. She subsequently graduated from Marquette University where she studied theatre and math, and was an active member of the...

Daniel L. Gillmer, 73, of Sheboygan passed away on Tuesday evening, November 18, 2025 at the Aurora Sheboygan County Medical Center with his family beside him. Daniel was born on August 18,1952 in Lansdale, Pennsylvania a son to the late Harry and Diana (Scales) Gillmer. After attending schools in Lansdale he entered the U. S. Army and served in Hawaii, Georgia and South Korea. On October 4, 1974, he was united in marriage to Marlene Biederwolf in Honolulu, Hawaii. Among the businesses he w...

Barbara M. Otto, 89, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away with her loving family at her side, on Friday, November 28, 2025, at The Waterford in Plymouth. Barb was born on June 11, 1936, in Fond du Lac, the daughter of Charles and Mabel (Mesick) Smith. She graduated from Princeton High School in 1954. Barb was united in marriage to Arvid Otto on June 26, 1955, in Princeton. Barb was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sheboygan Falls, where she enjoyed helping in the nursery and assisting with ...

Wanda Louise Sass, 87, of Elkhart Lake, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at Woodland Village at Rocky Knoll Health Care Center. Wanda was born in Canadian, Oklahoma, on December 12, 1937, daughter of Fred and Dessie (Haynes) Weeks. She graduated from Canadian High School and graduated as a Registered Nurse in 1959 from Hillcrest Medical Center Nursing School in Tulsa, OK. She met the love of her life, Carl Sass, while he was attending school in Tulsa, and they were united in marriage...

Andrew B. Morris, 82, of Sheboygan, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Aurora Sheboygan Medical Center surrounded by his family. He lived life on his own thoughtful terms, guided by conviction and a deep love for the natural world. He found his greatest joy in the embrace of the open water, the beauty of the ocean, and the thrill of sailboat racing. Nature was his sanctuary-whether it was the sea, the lakes, or simply the quiet of the outdoors, he felt truly at home when surround...

Carla A. Klabechek, 63, of Ewen, Michigan, formerly of Sheboygan, passed away peacefully surrounded by her husband and children on Thursday, November 27, 2025. She was born on February 20, 1962 to Carl and Carol (Madson) Weimann in Sheboygan. On November 9, 1985 Carla united in marriage with Todd Klabechek at Ebenezer United Church of Christ, Sheboygan. Carla worked at Nemschoff for thirty years until her retirement. After retirement Carla and Todd moved to their Michigan cabin permanently t...

Joan Ann (nee Van Engen) Zimmermann, 93, of Kohler, was called home Monday, November 24, 2025, while residing at Waterford CBRF in Plymouth. Joan was born February 6, 1932, at home to Jacob and Inez (nee Daharsh) Van Engen. She attended Sheboygan Falls Public Schools and graduated in 1950. While in high school, Joan worked as a candy striper at St. Nicholas Hospital, at the Lakeland Canning Company and at H.C. Prange Company in Sheboygan. During that time she met her future husband, Conra...

Niles L. Borth, age 97, of Black River, WI, died on Friday, November 21, 2025, at his home. He was born in Junction City, WI on March 30, 1928, to Arleigh and Eva Swanson Borth. He graduated from Runkels School in Junction City in 1944. Niles then married Darlyn Lugg at The Salvation Army on May 13, 1949, in Sheboygan. After the death of his beloved first wife, he married Kay Bender on June 18, 1999. Niles was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific Northwest ...

Linda E. Fields, age 71, passed away peacefully at her home on November 18, surrounded by her family. She was born on September 18, 1954, in Sheboygan, the daughter of Thomas and Harriet DeVos. Linda graduated from Sheboygan North High School in 1972. During high school she worked at Morningside Nursing Home and continued there until beginning her career at American Orthodontics in 1975. Over the years, Linda advanced from her start as a welder to becoming a supervisor before retiring in 2017...

Herbert A. "Blackie" Dirkse, 90, of Cedar Grove, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025, at Cedar Grove Gardens. Herb was born in Oostburg on March 18, 1935 to Burton and Adrianna (Buyze) Dirkse. He was a 1953 graduate of Oostburg High School and later enlisted in the United States Armed Forces, where he served for two years. On June 14, 1958 he was united in marriage to Marjorie A. Wynveen. Herb worked at Kohler Company for many years before going into the grocery business where ...

Susanna R. Kantor, 56, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice, surrounded by family and friends, following a courageous battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). She was born on December 8, 1968, in Capua, Italy, to Al and Elizabeth (Steiner) Kantor. After immigrating to the United States with her parents, Susanna graduated from James Madison High School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (Class of 1987). Susanna was employed as ...

Karen L. Vercouteren, formerly of Cleveland, WI and West Chicago, IL, passed away Friday, November 14, 2025, at Lakehouse in Sheboygan with her family by her side. She was 89 years old. Karen was born June 25, 1936, in Milwaukee, the daughter of Harry and Emma (Nelson) Rigenhagen. After graduating high school, she went on to study Elementary Education at Trinity College in Illinois. Karen impacted countless lives as a teacher at schools in Illinois. On June 17, 1960, she was united in marriag...

Elwood "Woody" Soerens, 94, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice, while holding the hands of LaVerne, his wife of 74 years and now is in the presence of his Lord he loved. Woody was born on September 17, 1931, to Orville and Grace (Schreurs) Soerens in Cedar Grove. On October 5, 1951, he was united in marriage to LaVerne Kruis at First Reformed Church in Cedar Grove. Woody ran the Soerens' Texaco in Sheboygan Falls ...

Garry Lee Phipps, 82, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 15, 2025 at his home in Oostburg. Garry was born October 4, 1943 in St. James, MN, the son of Warren and Lorinda (Schwanke) Phipps. He was a 1961 graduate of Elgin-Millville High School in Elgin, MN and later studied Business at Des Moines. From 1962-1966, Garry proudly served his country in the US Marines during Vietnam. On Apri 14, 1970, he was united in marriage with Paula Whorton in Rochester MN. The couple celebrated 52 year...

Candace "Candy" Ann Alten, age 73, of Cleveland, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. Born on October 26, 1952, and raised in Sheboygan, Candy spent her life surrounded by family, laughter, and love in the community she cherished. Candy is survived by her loving husband, Mike Alten, and her devoted children: Chrystal Mallmann, Anthony (Samantha) Alten, Jennifer (Bradley) Erickson, and Jeffrey (Morgan) Alten. She was a proud and caring grandmother to Chan...

Linda Rhae Vander Weele, 84, of Oostburg, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Pine Haven Christian Communities - Haven Drive. Linda was born to Chester and Gertrude (Lensink) Mentink on July 11, 1941, in Oostburg. She graduated from Oostburg High School in 1959 and went on to attend Central College in Pella, Iowa. On June 2, 1964, she was united in marriage to Paul Vander Weele in Oostburg. He preceded her in death on July 16, 2017. Linda worked as a grocery store clerk at Mentink's ...

Patricia Kay Reinders passed away Friday, November 14, 2025 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice in Sheboygan Falls. She was 89 years old. Patricia was the daughter of Walter and Lillie Mae (Davis) Cobb. She is survived by her children Kate Alden and Kenneth Heer. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place and she will be laid to rest in Clam Lake. Wenig Funeral Home - Sheboygan Falls (920-467-3431) is assisting the family.

John D. Rutz passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, at the age of 92, surrounded by his loving family in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin. Born in 1933 to George and Mildred Rutz in Forestville, Wisconsin, John grew up with a strong work ethic, a curious mind, and a deep appreciation for learning. He was born again much later in life when he accepted the gift of eternal forgiveness through the sacrifice of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. John honorably served his country in the U.S. Army an...

Phil Zimmermann, 85, of Sheboygan, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Sheboygan Senior Community. He was born on December 2, 1939 to the late Leland and Dorothy (Falk) Zimmermann in Sheboygan. Phil attended Immanuel Lutheran grade school and graduated from Sheboygan Central High School in 1958. He was united in marriage to Lynne Najacht in 1964 at Trinity Lutheran Church. Lynne preceded Phil in death in 2013. Phil worked in the trades for many years starting at Ted Kuck and went on...

A strong will and fighting spirit exemplified Barbara A. Kurten right up until she passed into eternal peace on November 12, 2025, at the age of 86, surrounded by her children. Barbara of Sheboygan Falls, WI, was born on August 15, 1939, in Racine, WI, to the late Leo A. and Anna M. Bottkol (nee Skala). Barbara, a beloved mother, wife, sister, aunt, nurse, volunteer, and friend, was well known for her sense of humor, dedication to helping others, and great friendship. Barbara's passions durin...

Dale H. Teunissen passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Aurora Medical Center in Sheboygan. He was 80 years old. Dale was born June 24, 1945 in Sheboygan, the son of Anthony and Mildred (Brasser) Teunissen. He graduated from Cedar Grove High School in 1963. Dale was united in marriage with Betty Lammers on July 17, 1965; the couple celebrated 60 years together. Dale was a lifelong farmer in partnership with his brother Rodney, operating Teunissen Farms and Teunissen Shavings, hauling ve...

Patricia L. Simmons, 64, of Sheboygan, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025 at her home. She was born February 11, 1961 in Plymouth to the late Robert L. and Evelyn O. Schiefelbein Bower. She attended area schools and graduated from North High School. On July 24, 2009, she was united in marriage to Richard J. Simmons at Christ Lutheran Church in Sheboygan. Patty worked at Kwik Trip for many years and at Piggly Wiggly and Walmart in the deli department. She was a member of Christ Lutheran...

Steven James Erbstoesser, age 72, passed unexpectedly on Monday November 10, 2025, at St. Nicholas Hospital. Born and raised in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, he had been in a successful battle with cancer for the last six months. It was without warning that he would be taken from us due to a massive cardiac event, coupled with a broken heart after his brother Dan's death just seven weeks ago. He faced recent challenges with grace, humor and unwavering optimism. His zest for life never waned. Steve w...

Gilbert L. Kaat Jr., 53, of Sheboygan, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 6, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born April 26, 1972, in Sheboygan, Gilbert was a son of Gilbert Kaat and the late Patricia Olson Kaat. He attended Sheboygan area schools and graduated from Sheboygan North High School in 1990. He continued his education at Michigan State University earning a bachelor's degree in engineering. On December 18, 1993, he was united in marriage to Tamarah McLeod in East Lansing ...