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Recent Obituaries in Omro, WI

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Omro, WI area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Coleen Lemberger

Coleen Lemberger

Oct 11, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Coleen F. Lemberger, age 71, on October 11, 2023. Born in Oshkosh on March 23, 1952, Coleen's life was a testament to faith and family. Coleen's educational journey began at Sacred Heart Grade School, and she later graduated from Lourdes High School (now known as Lourdes Academy) in 1970....

James Buehner

James Buehner

Sep 29, 2023

James "Jim" Jay Buehner - beloved teacher, father, grandfather, and friend - died peacefully in his sleep with family by his side on September 29, 2023, in Oshkosh, WI, after a 21-month battle with brain cancer. Jim was born on June 2, 1947, in Oshkosh to George Carl and Jean Marie (Mathwig) Buehner. A proud "South Sider," Jim spoke fondly...

Rebecca Newburg

Rebecca Newburg

Sep 28, 2023

Rebecca "Newbs" Newburg, 70, passed away in Oshkosh, WI on September 28, 2023. She was born in Illinois to Shirley (Swanson) and Raymond Newburg on April 3, 1953. She loved to attend car shows and swap meets with her partner, Ron Watson. She also enjoyed photographing sunsets, exploring flea markets, and attending family gatherings. A favorite pastime of hers was...

Gregory Gehrke

Gregory Gehrke

Sep 22, 2023

Gregory J. "The Duke" Gehrke Sr., 79, went to be with his loving wife, Suzanne on September 22, 2023, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.  He was born in Wisconsin on November 14, 1943, to parents, John and Anna (Shettle) Gehrke. He married Sue on June 5, 1964, and they were inseparable until she passed. They enjoyed bowling in the mixed league, playing...

Ruth Wolf

Ruth Wolf

Sep 21, 2023

Ruth May Wolf, age 92, passed away on September 22, 2023. She was born in Oshkosh on November 4,1930, the daughter of Jacob and Catherine (Lang) Stahle. She married Kenneth Wolf on Jan 13, 1951. Ruth is survived by two sons, Patrick (Cynthia) Wolf and Kurt Wolf, grandchildren, Abby (Joey) Chiovaro of Palmetto, FL, Tara Magedanz (Dave) of Neenah, WI,...

Beverly Irish

Beverly Irish

Sep 18, 2023

Beverly "Bev" Jane Irish, age 85, passed away on September 18, 2023, with her loving family and dog, Courtney by her side. She was born on February 11, 1938, in Summit Lake, Wisconsin, to parents, Edward and Stella (Rustic) Albrecht. She was an avid Chicago Cubs and Green Bay Packers fan and was able to root her team on...

Ramona Neitzke

Ramona Neitzke

Sep 11, 2023

Ramona (nee Jorgensen) Neitzke, 91, passed away in Oshkosh, WI on September 11, 2023. She was born on January 14, 1932, to Lillian (Brey) and Elmer Jorgensen in Poy Sippi, WI. Ramona married Vernon Neitzke on June 4, 1955, and together they had two sons and shared 58 years together. Ramona was a member of the Quilters Group at Grace...

Christine Hirte

Christine Hirte

Sep 10, 2023

Christine Marie Hirte, 60, of Oshkosh, passed away September 10, at home after her battle with cancer. Christine was born on November 29, 1962, in Portage, WI to Richard and Joyce Breitenbach. She married Daniel W. Hirte on July 17, 1981. They spent 42 wonderful years together. She loved baking cookies and goodies for everyone. She also enjoyed camping, rummage...

Kevin Christenson

Kevin Christenson

Sep 4, 2023

Kevin Patrick Christenson, age 56, passed away on September 4, 2023, in Wisconsin. He was born on September 28, 1966, to parents, Edwin and LeeAnn (Leinweber) Christenson, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Kevin graduated from Omro High School in 1985. He enjoyed cooking, especially in the kitchen at Primo and the Roxy and listening to 80's music. He also enjoyed war games...

Barbara Eichmann

Barbara Eichmann

Sep 4, 2023

Barbara Jo Eichmann, age 81, passed away on September 4, 2023, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. She was born on April 30, 1942, to parents, Leroy and Marjorie (Basil) Bennett in Wisconsin. She was an avid reader of the Bible and enjoyed watching birds and gardening flowers. Barbara listened to and sung along to all types of music, including artists such as...

Robert Schmiedel

Robert Schmiedel

Sep 1, 2023

Robert C. Schmiedel,  AKA: "Skinny", born on November 28, 1930, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, peacefully passed away on September 1, 2023, in Oshkosh, WI. He was the beloved son of William and Gertrude (Gurath) Schmiedel. Robert's pursuit of knowledge led him to Oshkosh High School, where he graduated in 1949. He furthered his education at the Milwaukee School of Engineering, earning...

Sharon Laiten

Sharon Laiten

Aug 31, 2023

Sharon Laiten (Hellwig) passed away on August 31 at Aurora Hospital following a short illness. Sharon was born March 25 1943 to Kenneth and Betty Hellwig. She was the oldest of five children, followed by Kenneth, Kathleen, Michael, James and Keith. She lived her entire life in Omro and graduated from Omro High School in 1961. She had three children...

Jack Dehn

Jack Dehn

Aug 28, 2023

Jack Dehn, age 77, took his final lap here on earth on Monday, August 28, 2023, at his home.  Jack was a triplet and was born in Oshkosh on August 4, 1946, to Lester & Donna Dehn.  He married Cherie Stueber in 1967 and they later divorced.  He married his bride, Carol on October 25, 1974, and she preceded him...

Robert Dawson

Robert Dawson

Aug 28, 2023

Robert "Bob" Stewart Dawson, 93, died August 28, 2023 and was reunited with his beloved wife Pearl just in time to celebrate their 71st year of marriage (August 30) and their first heavenly one. Bob was born June 11, 1930, son to Ruth (Hidde) and Stewart Dawson in Oshkosh, WI. He graduated from Neenah High School in 1948 and went...

Carole Mathwig

Carole Mathwig

Aug 26, 2023

Carole Ruth Mathwig, age 97, went home to her savior on August 26, 2023, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. She was born on August 20, 1926, to parents, Clarence and Clara (Gomoll) Rennert, in Wisconsin. She enjoyed art, especially painting and making ceramics. Music also played a big part in her life, starting in high school where she was part of an...

Linda Baerwald

Linda Baerwald

Aug 26, 2023

Linda Lou Baerwald, 83, passed away unexpectedly on August 26, 2023 in Oshkosh, WI. She was born on November 30, 1939, in Wisconsin to Valinda (Splitgerber) and Merritt Devlin. She married Norman "Butch" Baerwald on November 5, 1960, in Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Oshkosh. She was an avid reader, and also enjoyed sewing and cooking; always having a family dinner...

Ronald Widmer

Ronald Widmer

Aug 25, 2023

Ronald Lee Widmer went to be with his Lord on Friday, August 25. He was 84 years old, having been born to Lawrence and Norma Widmer on October 30, 1938. He graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1956 and lived his entire life in Oshkosh. Ron served in the Wisconsin Army National Guard from 1956-1959 and was honorably discharged...

Carol Helmer

Carol Helmer

Aug 23, 2023

Carol (nee Glasshoff) Helmer, age 86, went to eternal peace while at The Residence in Oshkosh, WI on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 with family by her side. She was born at ThedaClark Hospital in Neenah, WI on September 21, 1936 to Ernest "Ernie" and Nelda (nee Thorson) Glasshoff. Carol grew up and lived most of her life in the Fox...

Muriel Johnson

Muriel Johnson

Aug 20, 2023

Muriel H. Johnson, age 88, passed away in the early morning hours of August 20, 2023. Muriel was born the youngest of three children, on October 16, 1934 in Chicago, IL to Myrtle (Winter) and Harry Burke. It is in Chicago that she met the love of her life and married Bob Johnson Sr. on August 30, 1952. Bob preceded...

Mark Berndt

Mark Berndt

Aug 18, 2023

Mark "Brock" Willam Berndt, age 71, went to be with his loving wife on August 18, 2023. He was born on July 22, 1952, to parents, Edwin and Sarah (Bauer) Berndt, in Wisconsin. On July 27, 1979, he married the love of his life and best friend, Mary Schilling in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was an avid sports fan of Wisconsin...

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