Sheboygan Area Obituaries

Amber Bruns
Amber "Snookies" Lynn Bruns, age 24, lost her battle with addiction on April 18, 2025. She was born on December 12, 2000 in Sheboygan to Jay Bruns and Carrie Kuehl. Amber was a beautiful soul who loved music, singing, and horseback riding, and spending time up north at her family cabin. Her family will always remember her beautiful singing voice, and her fun and silly personality. She recently succeeded in completing treatment at CORE Treatment Services in Manitowoc, earning her 30,...
Apr 24, 2025

JoAnn Gosse
JoAnn Alberta (Zaletel) Gosse, age 81, of Kohler, was born to eternal life on Monday, April 21, 2025. JoAnn was born on September 21, 1943, in Sheboygan to the late Albert Sr. and Josephine (Gluck) Zaletel. She attended Ss. Cyril and Methodius Grade School and graduated from Sheboygan South High School in 1962. That same year, on June 30, she was united in marriage to Kenneth Robert Gosse at Ss. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. JoAnn worked at Kohler Engines from 1971 until her retirement...
Apr 23, 2025

Nancy Allen
Nancy L. Allen, 90, of Sheboygan, passed away Sunday evening, April 20, 2025, at the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice. Born May 22, 1934, in Astoria, Queens, New York, Nancy was the daughter of the late Francis A. and Nancy V. Sargeant Allen. She attended Queens area schools and graduated from Bryant High School in Astoria Queens. She then gained her Bachelors degree from Wooster College and her degree in Nursing from Case Western Reserve, both in Ohio. On December 5, 1959, she wa...
Apr 23, 2025

Margaret Yonke
Margaret L. Yonke, age 98, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Cedar Grove Gardens where she had been a resident for the past two years. She was born in the Town of Herman on April 21, 1926, to the late Paul and Emma (Oshe) Witthuhn. In her earlier working years, she was employed at Sheboygan Memorial Hospital and later volunteered at the VA Center in Cleveland. Margaret was a longtime member of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 387 in Franklin. She was also a faithful member of Tri...
Apr 22, 2025

Michelle Beringer
Michelle M. Beringer, age 50, of Howards Grove, died on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at her home. She was born in Sheboygan on August 5, 1974, the daughter of Daryl Beringer and Lynn Herman. She grew up in Sheboygan and attended local schools. Michelle was employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Morningside and Sunny Ridge Nursing Homes, and at Tender Hearts Care for many years. She also was a merchandiser for Keurig and Dr. Pepper. Michelle enjoyed fishing, arts & crafts, yard work, and ...
Apr 22, 2025

Nancy Diener
Nancy Rose (Ruppenthal) Diener gained her wings on April 19, 2025. She was born on February 29, 1944, in Hilbert, Wisconsin to the late Edward and Esther (Grube) Ruppenthal. She was a graduate of Hilbert High School. She was united in marriage to Robert F. Diener on June 28, 1969. During their 56 years of marriage, they created their family consisting of two daughters, Penny and Dawn. Nancy was employed as a bookkeeper for many years at Office Supply and Printing Company, JCPennys, Schenek an...
Apr 22, 2025

Sandra Froehlich
Sandra Froehlich, 78, a beloved member of the Sheboygan community, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 19, 2025. Born August 24, 1946 to Jake and Ruth Arnst, Sandra grew up in Sheboygan, where her parents owned and operated Arnst Zipper Service on Michigan Avenue. She attended North High School and graduated in 1964. Sandra was an incredible seamstress, dedicating many years to the family business alongside her sister Carol McElroy. Her skill and dedication were admired by all who knew ...
Apr 21, 2025

Gertrude Hameister
Gertrude A. Hameister, known as Gertie to her family and friends, 95, of Sheboygan, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, surrounded by her family. Gertie was born on February 13, 1930 in Schwarzwald to the late Oscar and Ella (Lutze) Marx. Gertie loved growing up on her family farm and often talked about all the animals. She attended a one-room schoolhouse in Schwarzwald. She graduated from Kiel High School with the Class of 1947 and enjoyed yearly class reunions. On November 10, 1951 sh...
Apr 21, 2025

Herbert Neils
Herbert "Herb" N. Neils, 83, of Oostburg, WI, passed away unexpectedly on April 16, 2025, at St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan, WI. Herb was born on August 11, 1941, to Andrew and Frances (Trester) Neils. He graduated from Sheboygan North High School, class of 1961. He was united in marriage to Doris Hilbelink on May 22, 1971, at Gibbsville Reformed Church. Herb was a proud member of Gibbsville Reformed Church, where he served as a Deacon and Sunday School Superintendent. He had a ...
Apr 21, 2025

Marvin Potter
Marvin Jay Potter, 86, of Oostburg, went to be home with his Heavenly Father on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice. Marv was born to Jacob and Jeanette (Veldboom) Potter on September 9, 1938. He graduated from Oostburg High School in 1956. On July 19, 1957, he was united in marriage to Beverly Debbink in the Town of Lima. Marv worked in the office at JM Bruce Foundry for many years before working at the American Club until his retirement. Marvin was a member o...
Apr 21, 2025
Ruth Fondse
Ruth Stevens Fondse, age 101, peacefully departed this life to be with the Lord on April 16, 2025 at Pine Haven Christian Communities in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin. She was born on July 25, 1923, in French Camp, California, to Peter and Ettje (Beuving) Stevens. On March 8, 1945, she married John Fondse. Together they farmed the family dairy until he answered his childhood call to the ministry and the family moved to Michigan so he could attend Calvin College and Seminary. John graduated in 19...
Apr 18, 2025

Mary Lou Weber
Mary Lou Weber, age 91, died on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice in Sheboygan Falls. She was born in Sheboygan on December 23, 1933, to the late Frank and Julitta Stoelb Trimberger, and was a lifelong resident of the city. She attended Holy Name School and Sheboygan North High School, graduating in 1951. On December 29, 1956, she was united in marriage to Frederick (Fritz) N. Weber at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church. Fritz preceded her in death on June...
Apr 17, 2025

Carl Nyhof
Carl J. Nyhof, 79, of Oostburg died at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice on Tuesday April 15, 2025. Carl was born to Gerald & Edna (Voskuil) Nyhof on July 19, 1945, in Oostburg. Carl attended Oostburg High School and later married Phyllis Blok on September 3, 1966. Carl was a man of hard work and dedication as the owner of Carl Nyhof Trucker for over 50 years. A talented truck driver and resourceful man, he enjoyed designing, welding and building useful things from scrap metal. C...
Apr 17, 2025

David Smith
David Charles Smith, surrounded by his family, passed away peacefully at home on April 13, 2025, following a brief battle with colon cancer. He was 81. Born on July 31, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois, David was the son of the late Fredric and Helen (Demling) Smith. He grew up in Hampshire, IL, and graduated from Hampshire High School in 1961. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stout in 1965, the same year he married the love of his life, Cheryl (Block) Smith...
Apr 17, 2025

Ruth Ebbers
Ruth Ann Ebbers, 87, of Hingham, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice with her family at her side. Ruth Ann was born on January 6, 1938, in Hingham, Wisconsin, the daughter of the late Melvin and Dena (VerVelde) DeMaster. She graduated from Oostburg High School in 1956. On April 11, 1959, she married Donald Ebbers in Oostburg. They shared over 50 years of marriage before Don preceded her in death in 2010. Our family celebrates that Ruth Ann and Don ...
Apr 17, 2025

Winifred Jenkins
Winifred R. Jenkins, formerly of Sheboygan Falls, passed away Monday morning, April 14, 2025 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice. She was 104 years old. Winifred was born December 17, 1920 in Sheboygan Falls, the daughter of Clarence and Eunice (Ramaker) Holden. She graduated from Sheboygan Falls High School in 1938. On June 9, 1945 she was united in marriage with Stanley W. Jenkins at First Baptist Church. They were married for 45 years prior to his passing on December 21, 1990. Winifr...
Apr 16, 2025

John Mitchell
John J. Mitchell, 50, of Cleveland, passed away Saturday morning, April 12, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay. Born April 30, 1974 in Sheboygan, John was the son of Don W. and Mary B. Karsnick Mitchell. He attended Sheboygan area schools and graduated from South High School in 1992. John worked as a diesel mechanic for Dean Foods for 27 years before they closed their doors. He continued working in the Sheboygan area until the time of his death. He enjoyed cooking and attending car sho...
Apr 14, 2025

Ruth Kruis
Ruth Meinen Heinen Kruis went to the arms of her Savior on Thursday morning, April 10, 2025. She was 92 years old. Ruth was born in Sheboygan Falls on January 25, 1933, the daughter of Arthur and Emily (Meylink) Meinen. Ruth graduated from Cedar Grove High School in 1951. On May 28, 1952, she married Harold Heinen at First Reformed Church in Cedar Grove. He preceded her in death on January 4, 2002. Ruth then married Lester Kruis, an agent for State Farm, on November 29, 2002. While vacationin...
Apr 14, 2025

Dennis Schwartz
Dennis H. Schwartz, 73, of Oostburg, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025 at Aurora Medical Center - Sheboygan County. Dennis was born to the late Harold and Margaret Schwartz on June 5, 1951 in Milwaukee. He graduated from high school in Cudahy, WI. He was a Supervisor for 29 years at Paul Flagg and worked at Nemak for 11 years, retiring in 2011. He was united in marriage to Araceli Salgado on November 19, 2004 in Sheboygan. He was a member of Town and Country Golf Club. Dennis is survived ...
Apr 14, 2025

Anne McCracken
Anne Elizabeth McCracken passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, with her family by her side. At the age of 17, Anne received a heart transplant. Despite facing serious health challenges after her transplant including lymphoma and a brain injury that left her disabled, she persevered with strength and grace. Anne graduated with honors from Lincoln High School, where she was a member of the girls swim team and played violin in the orchestra. She had ...
Apr 12, 2025

Ann Schultz
Ann Marie Schultz, 79, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Sharon Richardson Community Hospice. Ann was born on July 8, 1945, and lovingly adopted by Elmer and Amanda Johnson and cherished as their child in her first year of life. She graduated from Bonduel High School in 1963 as the valedictorian of her class with numerous academic and achievement awards. She was the recipient of the Betty Crocker Homemaker of Tomorrow award and a full coll...
Apr 11, 2025

Joseph Lawrence
Joseph "Joe" T. Lawrence, age 72, of Sheboygan, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton. He was born in Sheboygan on February 3, 1953, the son of the late Lyle and Louise Malinowski Lawrence. Joe graduated from Sheboygan South High School in 1971. On September 14, 1974, he was united in marriage to Karen Kaker in Sheboygan. Joe was a manager at Food Queen, Red Owl, and retired from Blattners Piggly Wiggly. Joe loved vacations up nort...
Apr 10, 2025

Michael Pfeifer
Michael A. Pfeifer, age 67, of Sheboygan Falls, died on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee. He was born in Manitowoc on August 19, 1957, the son of the late George and Marie Willmas Pfeifer. Mike attended local schools and graduated from Sheboygan North High School. On June 23, 1984, he was united in marriage to Gayle Armstrong in Cleveland, WI. Mike was employed at Johnsonville Sausage for over 30 years in the maintenance department. Mike was known for h...
Apr 10, 2025

Lavonne Paasch
Lavonne "Bonnie" Paasch, 88, of Sheboygan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in her home at Lake House Sheboygan. Bonnie was born on January 9, 1937, in Sheboygan to Ezra and Lydia (Haut) Charles. She grew up in Sheboygan and graduated from Central High School with the Class of 1955. She later attended community College to become a teacher. Before marriage, Bonnie worked at the Piggly Wiggly bakery in Berlin, where she was known for her warm personality and love o...
Apr 09, 2025

Rachael Dotz
Rachael M. Dotz, 71, of Sheboygan, passed away at her home on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. She was born on September 27, 1953 in Wisconsin to the late Albert V. and Helen J. (Weishaar) Miesner. She graduated from Sheboygan North High School with the Class of 1973. On March 15, 1997, she was united in marriage to Mark P. Dotz. Together they celebrated 17 years. He preceded her in death on April 16, 2014. Rachael was a dietary aide at Sunny Ridge Nursing Home in Sheboygan and retired in 2014. Rach...
Apr 09, 2025