Obituaries

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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Joanne Worchel

Joanne Worchel

Jun 6, 2023

Joanne M. (O'Keefe) Worchel, 83, exited her earthly body and entered heaven on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. She was born September 23, 1939, to Iola (Malnory) and Patrick O'Keefe, in Winchester WI. In the early 1970's Joanne trusted the Lord Jesus Christ as her personal Savior and was born again into the family of God. Joanne graduated from Omro High...

Melda Schroeder

Melda Schroeder

Jun 3, 2023

Melda Hertha Anna (Pockat) Schroeder, age 95 of Oshkosh, Wisconsin died peacefully at home, Saturday June 3, 2023, with her daughter and son at her side. Melda was born on June 21, 1927, in the town of Grant, Shawano County, Wisconsin to Benjamin and Martha (Buss) Pockat, she attended Valley View Community school where she met her future husband, Raymond...

Paul Cook

Paul Cook

Jun 2, 2023

Paul W. Cook passed away peacefully at his home in Fort Myers, FL on Fri June 2, 2023. He was fortunate to have his family by his side the week of his passing. Paul was born in Oshkosh, WI on Sept. 8, 1955. The son of Russell and Selma (Koch) Cook. Paul's whole life was devoted to the family business,...

Lisa Breezee

Lisa Breezee

May 23, 2023

Lisa Marie Breezee, 62, of Omro, WI, passed away unexpectedly on May 23, 2023. Lisa Marie Hoppe, was born on October 21 1960 in Oshkosh WI. In early childhood, her family moved briefly to Montana before settling back into the Winneconne area where Lisa remained into her adult life. Lisa graduated from Winneconne High School in 1979 and she was...

Russell Gross

Russell Gross

May 23, 2023

Russell Edward Gross, 70, of Oshkosh, was born on November 15, 1952. He passed from this world after a short battle with cancer, with family by his side on May 23, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Russ loved Stephen King books, music, woodworking projects, and watching his grandchildren and great-grandchildren do what they love. Russ...

Richard Maynard

Richard Maynard

May 22, 2023

Richard Maynard Sr., 79, passed away at home on May 22, 2023. He was born in Wisconsin on August 15, 1943 to Roy and Virginia Maynard. He was a loving son, husband, father, and friend. Richard enjoyed fishing, going to the firing range, camping, boating, fast cars, and spending time with his family. His theory was if it isn't broken,...

Carol Olmsted

Carol Olmsted

May 20, 2023

Carol Ann (Wrage) Olmsted was born on June 12,1942 to Grace E. (McAssey) and Nicholas H. Wrage; along with her twin brother Gerald "Jerry". They grew up in the Town of Algoma, Oshkosh, WI., where their Dad built a Montgomery Ward kit house on the Wrage family farm. She attended Boyd Elementary, South Park, and graduated in 1960 from Oshkosh...

Todd Dowland

Todd Dowland

May 20, 2023

Todd D. Dowland passed away at home on Saturday May 20, 2023. He was born on June 8, 1948. He graduated from Lomira High School in 1966. Todd served in the United States Navy. On February 14, 1970 he married Diane DeMets. He worked 35 years for Badger Mill Supply in Oshkosh Wisconsin and retired in 2013. Todd loved to...

Christine Farvour

Christine Farvour

May 14, 2023

Christine F. Farvour, age 74, passed away in Omro on May 14, 2023. She was born in Oshkosh on August 29, 1948, the daughter of the late Robert and Arleen (Diedrich) Pechman. She was a trust accountant at an Oshkosh bank for many years. Christine enjoyed spending time with her family and crafting (especially cross-stitch). With her cousin Susan Christian...

Craig Challoner

Craig Challoner

May 12, 2023

Craig Robert Challoner, a caring nurse, conservationist, and devoted friend, passed away on the evening of Friday, May 12, 2023, at his home in Omro, at the age of 59, surrounded by his family. Craig was born in Oshkosh on February 25, 1964, to Sandra (Nixon) Challoner and the late Dr. Robert Ira Challoner. He graduated from Oshkosh West High...

Peggy Matlock

Peggy Matlock

Apr 27, 2023

Peggy L. Matlock, age 59, passed away unexpectedly at Mercy Medical Hospital in Oshkosh, WI on April 27, 2023. Her family lived in Yorkville, IL for several years before moving to Sugar Camp, Wi, where Peggy graduated from Three Lakes High School in 1981. Peggy continued to live and work in that area for a few years, then decided to...

Beverly Schumacher

Beverly Schumacher

Apr 26, 2023

Beverly "Bev" M. Schumacher, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. She was born in Oshkosh on March 1, 1932, the daughter of the late Lucille Kelley. On August 18, 1951 she married her husband of 69 years, Richard Schumacher. Bev was a faithful member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She loved nature, especially watching birds, was known...

Laurie Collins

Laurie Collins

Apr 15, 2023

Laurie A. Collins, nee Lind, passed away on Saturday, April 15, 2023. She was born in Oshkosh on April 14, 1962, the daughter of Kenneth and Dixie (Domke) Lind. Laurie enjoyed her time camping with family. She loved animals and children. She also loved her Pepsi and never went anywhere without it-even to bed. Laurie will be remembered for always...

Grace Vowels

Grace Vowels

Apr 14, 2023

Grace M. Vowels died April 14, 2023 at the age of 87 at Webster Manor. She was born November 18, 1935 in Omro, Wisconsin, the daughter of the late Max and Stella (Puhlman) Retzlaff. She was made a child of God through holy baptism on December 15, 1935 and was confirmed in the faith on April 10, 1949. Grace graduated...

Ora Butzlaff

Ora Butzlaff

Mar 29, 2023

Ora Butzlaff, passed away Wednesday March, 29, 2023. Ora was born on September 20, 1930 in Berlin, WI. She was the daughter of Edward and Edna (Wiesendanger) Cook. She lived in Green Lake, WI before moving to Oshkosh, when she started to work at Winnebago Mental Health, where she met her husband, Norman Butzlaff. After several jobs she worked at...

Marilyn Stewart

Marilyn Stewart

Mar 25, 2023

Marilyn Lorraine Stewart, 85, was called home to the Lord on March 25, 2023. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 15, 1937 to Alfred and Hazel Stewart. She and her family relocated to Oshkosh, WI at age 8. She would remain in Oshkosh the rest of her life. She made some wonderful friends along the way through youth...

Diane Van Densen

Diane Van Densen

Mar 24, 2023

Diane J. Van Densen, 66, passed away unexpectedly on March 24, 2023. She was born in Oshkosh, WI on April 2, 1956 to Richard G. and Joan (Hiltz) Van Densen. Diane loved to ride her bike around the neighborhood growing up. She was a member of St. Peter's Church in Oshkosh. She is survived by her siblings, Charles (Jane) Van...

Albert Ritsema

Albert Ritsema

Mar 23, 2023

Albert "Al" H. Ritsema, age 92, entered eternal life, joining his wife, parents, and grandson, on Thursday, March 23, 2023. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on May 15, 1930, the son of the late Fred and Nellie Ritsema. Al Graduated from Grand Rapids Christian High School and obtained degrees from Calvin College, University of Michigan and Michigan State...

Donna Matulle

Donna Matulle

Mar 22, 2023

Our mom left her earthly body on March 22, 2023 to be reunited with her Savior and those she loved. Oh, what a great reunion! Donna was born on January 16, 1936 to Clarence and Helen Bullock. After earning her teaching degree, she met and married Jerry Shea on August 15, 1959. They had 2 children, Jeri (Dennis) Perschbacher and...

Carol Daubert

Carol Daubert

Mar 21, 2023

Carol E. Daubert, age 89, passed away on Tuesday, March 21, 2023. She was born in Oshkosh on April 13, 1933, the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Sweet. She was married to DuWayne Daubert, who preceded her in death in 2001. She enjoyed traveling to various destinations with DuWayne. Volunteering at St. Vincent de Paul, reading, and solving...

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