Obituaries

Kinnard Funeral & Cremation Services Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Algoma, Casco, & Kewaunee, WI areas

Sharon A. Thayse

Sharon A. Thayse

Sep 15, 2024

Sharon Ann Thayse, 79, Casco, passed away on September 15, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 23, 1944, to the late Edwin and Mary (De Namur) Gilson. On June 14, 1960, Sharon married the love of her life, Gary Thayse at St. Hubert's in Rosiere. In the early years she worked at Marchant's Food in...

Joyce M. Heim

Joyce M. Heim

Sep 9, 2024

Joyce Marie Heim, 76, Casco, passed away on September 9, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 27, 1947, to the late Norman and Maime (Vandervest) Monfils. Joyce married Lloyd Heim on August 6, 1966, and together they raised 3 wonderful children and worked together on the family farm.

Those who knew Joyce know that she loved...

James D. Lindsley

James D. Lindsley

Sep 7, 2024

James Donald Lindsley, 81, Casco, passed away on September 7, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife Maryjane Lindsley in their Casco home. Born on April 9, 1943, to the late Wilbur and Bernice (VanLanen) Lindsley, he married Maryjane in 1962 and raised their 2 children together. He spent his life working as a paper maker for Procter & Gamble. In...

Roger Kinjerski

Roger Kinjerski

Sep 6, 2024

Roger D. Kinjerski, age 62, passed away September 6, 2024. He was born December 27, 1961, in Kewaunee to the late Joseph and Mabel (Smidel) Kinjerski. He was a graduate of Kewaunee High School. On July 4, 1992, he married Dionne Swagel at Holy Rosary church in Kewaunee. Roger worked at the Vollrath Company, Olsonite Corp. and most recently at Georgia...

James Jeanquart

James Jeanquart

Aug 31, 2024

James Jeanquart, 78, Casco, beloved husband and devoted father, passed away surrounded by his family at home on August 31, 2024. He was born at home in Brussels, WI on April 1, 1946, to the late Alvin and Della (Marchant) Jeanquart. On October 1, 1966, he married the love of his life Gloria Annoye. Together they had over 57 wonderful...

Myron Stepanek

Myron Stepanek

Aug 24, 2024

Myron Alvin Stepanek, 91, passed away on August 24, 2024. Myron, (the self-proclaimed Mayor of Slovan), was born in Denmark, WI, September 23, 1932. Myron was the first of four children born to Edward and Mayme (Ciha) Stepanek. Myron spent a brief part of his childhood in Pilsen, WI. Before Ed decided he needed better employment and moved to Slovan...

Randal LeFevre

Randal LeFevre

Aug 21, 2024

Randal Edward LeFevre, 69 of Casco, passed away peacefully at his home, Wednesday morning, August 21, 2024, with his wife and family at his side. He was born February 9, 1955, in Algoma to the late Harvey and Mae (Delebreau) LeFevre. On November 11, 1989, he married Sandra Annoye at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Lincoln. Randy worked at Bay Ship...

Joseph Worachek

Joseph Worachek

Aug 21, 2024

Joseph V. Worachek, 75, passed away in Kewaunee on August 21, 2024, at home surrounded by his family. He was born on September 12, 1948, in Casco, WI to the late Loddie and Martha (Ray) Worachek.

Joe was a factory worker for most of his career. Over the years he spent time working at the Frank Hamachek Foundry, Seyk's...

Vergil Charles

Vergil Charles

Aug 17, 2024

Vergil M. Charles, 99, Kewaunee, passed away on August 17, 2024, after living a long, and full life. She was born to George and Rose (DeBaker) Decremer on November 16, 1924, in the Town of Red River, WI. She married Clarence Charles in Dyckesville, WI on September27, 1944. Clarence preceded her in death on January 1, 2017.

Vergil loved being a mother,...

Ruth E. LeCaptain

Ruth E. LeCaptain

Aug 15, 2024

Ruth Elaine LeCaptain, 82 lost her battle with acute leukemia on Thursday, August 15, 2024. As Ruth trusted in Jesus as her Lord and Savior, she is now in heaven with Him!

She was born on November 17, 1941, in Casco, Ruth was the daughter of Elmer and Mildred (Flavion) LeCaptain. She graduated from Casco High School in 1959 and soon...

Michael Hrivnak

Michael Hrivnak

Aug 13, 2024

Michael David Hrivnak, 70, of Kewaunee, Wisconsin died August 13, 2024, following a prolonged struggle with early-onset Alzheimer's.

Mike was a talented musician who loved to play guitar and sing with his friends and family. He was born on May 5, 1954, in Cicero, Illinois to George and Lorraine Hrivnak and graduated from Morton East High School and Western Illinois University....

Donald J. Gilson

Donald J. Gilson

Aug 4, 2024

Donald Joseph Gilson, 87, of Casco, WI, passed away on August 4, 2024. Born in Rosiere, WI, on April 10, 1937, to the late Melvin and Rose (Thiry) Gilson. Donald was an electrician by trade, working in the manufacturing industry for Procter & Gamble. He was known for his love of garage sales, riding around town, and trips to Menard's,...

Ronald Paplham

Ronald Paplham

Jul 29, 2024

Ronald G. Paplham, 77, entered into eternal life on July 29, 2024, after a hard-fought struggle with pulmonary fibrosis brought on by Agent Orange. Ron grew up on a dairy farm and was eager to get back to it after serving in the United States Army from 1967-1970. He farmed for 32 years until his lungs forced him to retire....

Darlene Mumper

Darlene Mumper

Jul 24, 2024

Darlene Mary Mumper, 57, Kewaunee, brought endless joy and warmth to the hearts of all who knew her, passed away on July 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 18, 1967, in Two Rivers, WI, to the late Dayton & Irene Pekarek. A graduate of Kewaunee High School, she married the love of her life, Timothy Mumper,...

Ethel Bothe

Ethel Bothe

Jul 14, 2024

Ethel W. Bothe, 102, Kewaunee, passed away on July 14, 2024. She was born on June 9, 1922, in the Town of Pierce, Kewaunee County to the late John and Wanda (Mantei) Wingert. On June 10, 1944, Ethel married Donald O. Bothe at St. John's Lutheran Church in Rankin. They were married for 60 years. He preceded her in death...

Paul L. Ratajczak

Paul L. Ratajczak

Jul 14, 2024

Paul L. Ratajczak, age 57 of Kewaunee passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024. He was born on March 6, 1967, in Kewaunee to Lucas and the late Diana (Sager) Ratajczak. Paul graduated from Kewaunee High School with the class of 1985. In his spare time, he enjoyed being part of the Kewaunee Dart Ball League, and he was an...

James Vandertie

James Vandertie

Jul 10, 2024

James N. Vandertie, 72, passed away on July 10, 2024, after a short battle with cancer. He was born on December 15, 1951, to the late Norbert and Kathleen (Buhr) Vandertie.

Jim was drafted into the U.S. Army. He worked at Bay Ship in Sturgeon Bay for a number of years and then operated Vandertie Oil in Algoma with his father,...

Ellen Szydel

Ellen Szydel

Jul 7, 2024

Ellen (Vannes) Szydel, 77, Kewaunee, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at home with her family by her side. Born in Green Bay on November 4, 1946, to the late Donald and Ethel Vannes, Ellen lived a life rich in family and cherished memories.

Ellen graduated from Green...

Gary Dellemann

Gary Dellemann

Jul 6, 2024

Gary Dellemann, 70, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024. He was the son of Aloys and Gertrude (Andrastek) Dellemann. He was born on October 30, 1953. 

Gary worked for Eck Industries (Foundry) as a molder for nearly 45 years. He progressed in his trade and became one of the first Master Molders by technical certificate. After his retirement he enjoyed yard...

Carol Faye A. Strnad

Carol Faye A. Strnad

Jul 6, 2024

Carol Faye Agnes Strnad, a beloved member of the Casco community, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2024, at the age of 92 surrounded by family at the cottage in Lakewood. Born on June 12, 1932, to the late Walter and Lucy (LeGrave) Laurent, she married Joseph Strnad in October of 1950. He preceded her in death on November 23,...

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