Elizabeth (Gauthier) LaRock, of Appleton, beloved mother of Jason Katchenago, joined her parents, Sue Carol Pecor Schultz and Albert Gauthier, in the Spirit World early Saturday morning, Aug. 15, 2015.

Her beautiful smile and incredible love will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Elizabeth is survived by her son, Jason Katchenago; brother, Albert Gauthier Jr.; sisters, JoAnne Gauthier and Tracy Schultz; nephews, Noah Gauthier, Levi Schultz and Logan Matchapatow; niece, Taylor Gauthier; grandmother, Dorothy Winter; uncles, Lloyd Pecor and Tom Gauthier; and special friends, Tom Tourtillott, James LaRock and Dixon Skenandore.

A memorial gathering will be held at St. Michael Church, N816 State Highway 47-55, Keshena, Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2015, from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. with a memorial service at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church. A memorial gathering will also be held on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2015, from 2-4 p.m. at Lutz Park in Appleton.

Simply Cremation, Green Bay (920-431-0100), is serving the family.

Visit www.simplycremationgb.com to share a condolence with the family.

Gayle F. Wendt, 78, of Appleton, died Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2015, at her daughter’s home in Kaukauna. She was born in Shawano on April 27, 1937, to the late Wilbert and Delia (Fischer) Funk.

Gayle was an excellent homemaker who loved to cook and bake. She also cherished time spent with family.

Gayle is survived by her children, Kathy Richley, of Kaukauna, Tony (Rickard Aldrich) Wendt, of Woodland Park, Colorado, Bob (Julie) Wendt, of Kimberly, and Kyle Brooks, of Appleton; grandchildren, Susan (fiancé Tony Behnke), Eric (Randa) and Andy Richley, Brandon and Madelyn Wendt, and baby Ellie on the way; great-grandsons, Davyn and Sylas; brothers, Gilbert (Sally) and Bob (Emmy) Funk; and brother-in-law, Bob “Boomer” Kroll. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents, Gayle was preceded in death by her children, Mary and infant John Wendt, and sister, Elaine Kroll.

A memorial gathering will be held Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015, at O’Connell Funeral Home, 1776 E. Main St., Little Chute, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. To sign the guest book, please visit oconnellfh.com.

O’Connell Funeral Home, 1776 E. Main St., Little Chute, is assisting the family.

Marilyn Kathryn Barnett, 85, Green Bay, passed away with her family by her side on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2015.

Marilyn was born July 6, 1930, to the late Joseph and Alice (Hohn) Dillenburg in Belle Plaine in Shawano County. She attended Beversdorf Grade School, graduated from Shawano High School in 1948 and completed nurse’s training at St. Mary’s School of Nursing in Wausau in 1951.

Marilyn met her beloved husband, James A. Barnett, through a blind date, on St. Patrick’s Day in Milwaukee. After three dates and numerous love letters, they married on Aug. 23, 1954, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano.

Marilyn dedicated much of her time caring for others. She worked as a registered nurse at Shawano Municipal Hospital, Columbus Hospital in Chicago and then at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Green Bay for 30 years. There she worked in obstetrics, the newborn nursery and the psychiatric unit. After serving many years as nurse manager in the psychiatric unit, she retired in 1990.

Marilyn was very devoted to her family and friends. She enjoyed spending time baking bread, reading, watching the Brewers and listening to jazz music, especially her son’s. She was also a faithful member at St. Bernard Catholic Church and served in the Renew Program. Marilyn was also a member of the parish council and the Knights of Columbus wives group at St. Bernard and other faith-based programs in the community.

Marilyn is survived by her two children, Ann Marie (Mark) Rothe, Green Bay, and Kevin (Regina) Barnett, Eagle River, Arkansas; three grandchildren, Dan (Kelly) Rothe, Kathryn (Nicholas) Schiefelbein and Elizabeth Rothe; three great-grandchildren, James and Leah Schiefelbein and Dominick Rothe; sisters, Ruth (John) Zehren, Shirley Dillenburg; niece, Alicia (Tom) Smith; great-nephews, Jack and Benjamin Smith; and great-niece, Madeline Smith.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Rachel Dillenburg.

Friends and family may call at the Proko-Wall Funeral Home, 1630 E. Mason St., Green Bay, from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, with a parish wake service at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue after 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 2040 Hillside Lane, Green Bay, until the time of Mass. The funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church with her cousin, the Rev. James Dillenburg, officiating.

In lieu of floral expressions, a scholarship fund has been established in Marilyn’s name.

Online condolences may be sent to the Barnett family at www.prokowall.com.

Deep gratitude goes to the all the health care professionals and ICU team who cared for Marilyn at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Green Bay.

Russell Jerry Hudson, 78, of Bonduel, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2015, at his home.

Russell was born on Aug. 24, 1936, in the town of Morgan to the late John and Anna (Updenkelder) Hudson. On June 26, 1965, Russell was united in marriage to Carol Gueller at St. John Lutheran Church in the town of Green Valley. He lived most of his life in this area. Russell was a heavy equipment operator. They owned and operated Hudson Bar in Green Valley, which was well-known for its fish frys, and they currently own a farm in the town of Hartland.

Russell is survived by his wife of 50 years, Carol; their sons, Howard (Joanne), of Shawano, and James (Kelly), of Bonduel; seven grandchildren, DJ( special friend, Nikki), Cody (fiancée, Hannah), Caleb (Ashley), Colton, Nathaniel (special friend, Kelsey), Robert (special friend, Taylor), and Emily; and one step-granddaughter, Nicole, and her children, Ayden and Ana; his brothers and sisters, Oscar (Jenny), of Kenosha, Delores Burdeau, of Flintville, Shelby (Donny) Brusky, of Green Bay, and Eugene, of De Pere; brothers-in-law, Ervin Burdeau and Tom Perz; sisters-in-law, Betty Hudson, Sue Hudson and Terry Hudson; Carol’s brother, Dale Gueller, and brother-in-law, Steve Fellman. He is further survived by several special nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one grandson, Cody; his brothers and sisters, Dorothy (Leo) Truax, George Hudson, Helen Burdeau, Gary Hudson, Gordon Hudson, Iven Hudson and Betty Lou Perez; sister-in-law, Carol Hudson; Carol’s parents, Howard and Mabel Gueller; his brother-in-law, Dean Gueller; and his sister-in-law, Mary Fellman.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, 2015, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with Richard Menning officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. and again on Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. The family requests that you wear camo.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

The family would like to thank the ambulance, EMTs and the sheriff’s deputies for all they did.

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“No, the Lord had told us what is good. What he requires of us is this: to do what is just, to show constant love, and to live in humble fellowship with our God.” Micah 6:8 Good News Translation

Cheyenne Rae “Cheygirl” Hill, 18, Green Bay, her mother and father’s little angel, went to heaven unexpectedly on Aug. 21, 2015. Born on Oct. 11, 1996, in Green Bay, she is the daughter of John and Billie Jo (Sonnenberg) Hill.

Cheyenne was a 2015 graduate of Green Bay Preble, and she had aspirations of attending beauty school in the fall. She worked as a manager at Firehouse Subs, where she relished the relationships with her employees. She enjoyed family nights, going to the reservation, attending powwows, visiting Dave Falls, picking on her grandpa, and hanging out with her best friend, Miaela, and good friend, Michael. She also loved going to the mall and hanging out with her cousin, Greggie, and spending precious time with her beloved brother, best friend and “road dog,” Jonathon.

Cheyenne is survived by her loving parents, John (Billie Jo) Hill, Green Bay; one brother, Jonathan Hill, Green Bay; grandfather, Bill Sonnenberg, Green Bay; great-grandmother, Shirley Sonnenberg, Niagara; aunts and uncles, Bobby (Michelle) Sonnenberg, Rebecca Sonnenberg, Shawna Schommer, Jill (Greg) Duffek, Jan Red Cloud, Jerrold (Kathy) Hill, Jay (Cheryl) Hill, and Matthew Hill; and many extended aunts, uncles and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Earl “Squirrely” (Violet) Hill, and Peggy Sonnenberg; three uncles, Ben Sonnenberg, and Delbert and Gilbert Hill; one aunt, Joyce LeMieux; very special cousin, Kelli Ann Boswell.

Visitation will be at Malcore (East) Funeral Home, 701 N. Baird St., Green Bay, Thursday from 3-8 p.m. Visitation will continue at the funeral home Friday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Stockbridge Cemetery.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Firehouse Subs and all of the Packers players who she had the opportunity to meet. They would also like to thank Kathy and Jerald Hill for taking our babies under your wings when we needed you to. Thank you to Julie’s Cafe, where she loved to work. A much deserved thank you to her grandpa, who lost his beloved “Cheygirl.”

To our little “kahoona,”you will always be in our prayers, and we love you so much.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a memorial fund has been established at the funeral home or at http://www.gofundme.com/jc2gm3f5.

Please visit www.malcorefuneralhome.com to express online condolences.

Edward D. Peterman Jr., 88, Pulaski, died peacefully Saturday morning, Aug. 22, 2015, at his home. The son of Edward and Anna (Kleeman) Peterman Sr. was born May 31, 1927, at home in Zachow and was a graduate of Pulaski High School.

On June 16, 1951, Ed married Darlyn Ringel at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Stony Hill. He was a dairy farmer in the town of Angelica for many years. In his retirement he worked as a farm crop insurance adjuster.

Ed played the saxophone and clarinet with the Dick Rodgers Orchestra. He enjoyed bowling and was an avid Packers and Brewers fan.

In addition to his wife, Darlyn, he is survived by his children, Randy (Linda) Peterman, Green Bay, Ron (Stephanie) Peterman, Pulaski, and Shelley Reith, Fenton, Michigan; five grandchildren, Paula and Reilly Peterman, Pulaski, and Eddie, Evan and Ethan Reith, Phoenix, Arizona; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by one son, Rick Peterman, and a sister and brother-in-law, Anna Mae (Marvin) Kroenke.

Friends may call at St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church, W1978 Church Drive, Zachow, from 9-11 a.m. Friday. The funeral service will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at the church, with the Rev. Virgil Hanson officiating. Burial will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery, Shawano.

The family would like to thank Dr. Peter Fergus and the staff at St. Mary’s Hospital ICU, Green Bay.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ed’s name to a local chapter of the American Heart Association.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.marnochafuneralhome.com.

Roger Louis Bogda, 71, of L’Anse, Michigan, entered into his eternal rest on Aug. 22, 2015. He was born in Shawano on May 21, 1944, the son of the late Jenny Pamonicutt and Louis Salzman. He was a member of the Menominee Nation of Keshena and the Wolf Clan.

Roger served in the Army in Korea. He married the former Lois Crebessa in Milwaukee on Oct. 18, 1969. She preceded him in death on June 3, 2014. Roger was an active member of the KBIC Color Guard, a member of the AMVETS and served as commander for many years. He also served as commander of the VFW in L’Anse.

Roger was a welding instructor at the KBOCC and L’Anse High School. Roger worked as a certified welder at AO Smith Co and Tower Automotive, where he retired after 30 years and moved to L’Anse with his wife. Roger enjoyed leather working, gunsmithing, woodworking, riding his tractor and watching “Hee Haw.” He loved Kit Kat candy bars, powwows, traveling, laughing with his friends at the Ojibwa Seniors — and watch out when the snagging curl comes out, and traveling with his veteran brothers. Roger loved life and lived for helping others. His grandbabies were the apple of his eyes.

He was survived by his daughter, Cheryl Bogda, of L’Anse; son, Donald Bogda, of Green Bay; grandchildren, Leona Cardin, Melissa (Sean) Kruse, Angelica (Michael) Bogda, Cheyenne (Brandon) Crebessa, Samantha (Ronnie) Chagnon, Roger Crebessa, Roger (Katey) Bogda, Sierra Curtis, Jerry Crebessa, Louis Curtis Jr.; great-grandchildren, Ella, Jordan, Avangelica, Blake, Matilda, Aubree; sisters, Rosemarie Tourtillot, of Eagan, Minnesota, and Beverly Merath, of Green Bay. Many nieces, cousins and great friends also survive.

He was proceeded in death by his loving wife, Lois Bogda; son, Jerome Crebessa; mother, Wilma Hafner; brother, Donald Hafner; sister, Mary Webster; nephews, Thomas and Brian Webster; and the rest of them whom he loved dearly.

Funeral services for Roger will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, 2015, at the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L’Anse. The family will greet friends at the funeral chapel on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015, from 6-8 p.m. and on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Interment will take place immediately following the funeral service on Thursday in the L’Anse Evergreen Cemetery. Baraga County area veterans, under the direction of the Baraga American Legion Post 444, will conduct graveside military honors.

Following the interment, friends are invited to join the family for fellowship and a luncheon at the Ojibwa Senior Center in Baraga.

Roger’s obituary may also be viewed and condolences sent to the family at www.reidfuneralservicechapel.com.

The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L’Anse, has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.

Helen Nastran Miller, 91, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 29, while residing at the Eagan, Minnesota, home of her daughter, Ginger Kendrick. Her life’s purpose was to glorify God through her unwavering faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She will be remembered for her constant love and prayers for family and friends.

Helen was born on April 29, 1924, in Waukegan, Illinois, to John and Mabel Nastran. She was the oldest of four children; her brothers, Jack and Henry, and her sister, Mary (all deceased). She married James G. Miller Jr. on Nov. 20, 1948. Married for more than 50 years, Helen and Jim raised their two dear children, James and Ginger, while living in Lake Villa, Illinois, and then Shawano.

In addition to their own children, Helen and Jim touched the lives of 612 foster children over a period of 22 years, ­ first as a group home for Menominee County and then as a shelter care/receiving home for Shawano County. After the couple’s retirement in 1990, they eventually ended up in Minnesota. After Helen lost her beloved husband, Jim, May 4, 1999, she moved in with her daughter, Ginger, and her family.

Until quite recently Helen babysat grandkids, participated in household chores and joyfully ran the kitchen.

Her surviving family members include two children and spouses, James and Susan Miller, Ginger and Tim Kendrick; grandmother to five, Kaelee Kail (Zach), Seth Kendrick, Becca Sommerlot (Kendall), Kristen Miller, Corrine Miller; great-grandmother to five, Jeremy, Jacob, Autumn, Jasmine, Caelan; and a parent ­figure to Tom and Kathleen, whom Helen raised as if her own.

The family is deeply grateful for the incredible outpouring of love, prayers and support that has come our way. Pastor Mark Matychuk oversaw a graveside ceremony at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, where Helen’s ashes were be placed next to her husband James.

Memorial gifts may be made to Northern Grace Youth Camp, 14390 County Road VV, Gillett, WI 54124 (888-999-­6492, www.northerngraceyouthcamp.org).

Theresa J. Kopp, 80, of the town of Pella, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2015, at Greentree Health and Rehabilitation Center, Clintonville.

The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory, Clintonville, is assisting her family.

Frank Daniel LaRose, 63, of Shawano, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2015.

Frank was born in Milwaukee on Dec. 3, 1951, to the late Frank W. and Delores E. (Zunker) LaRose. He graduated from Brown Deer High School in 1970 and enlisted in the United States Navy. In 1985, Frank moved to the Shawano area from Milwaukee. He was involved in the Shawano County Literacy Program and as a volunteer at the Shawano County Bread Basket. In his free time, Frank enjoyed cake decorating, as well as gardening, both indoors and outdoors.

Frank was a member of the Jehovah’s Witnesses in Shawano.

Frank is survived by one daughter, Crystal LaRose, of Neenah; former wife, and mother of Crystal, Cheryl Vick, of Neenah; two stepsons, Shawn Klug, of Milwaukee, and Michael (Kaila) Klug, of Shawano; two brothers, Jim (Peggy) LaRose, of Minnesota, and Robert LaRose, of Florida; and three sisters, Mary (Scott) Bennett, of New Jersey, Pat Zimdars, of Waukesha, and Lois LaRose, of Milwaukee; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church of Neenah. Visitation will be held at the church prior to the service from noon until the time of the services.

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Patricia Kools Harvey passed away peacefully in her Tampa, Florida, home on Aug. 26, 2015, surrounded by the love of family and friends.

Born in Kimberly in 1929, Pat graduated from Kimberly High School and married John Kools, of Appleton, where they raised their children. After her children were grown, she worked for elderly services in both Shawano and Waupaca counties, impacting countless retirees. In 1981, she married Thomas Harvey, and together they spent many wonderful years. Tom preceded her in death Aug. 18, 1999. After Tom’s death, she moved back to Appleton, where she found comfort among family and friends. She devoted her time volunteering at St. Elizabeth Hospital, St. Francis Xavier Catholic School student exchange program and the American Cancer Society.

Pat is survived by her children, Judith (J. Douglas) Gregory, Tampa, Florida, Jane (David) Blake, York, Pennsylvania, Kevin (Carolyn) Kools, Murphy, North Carolina, Dr. Joseph Kools, Tampa, Florida, Don (Weece) Harvey, Mequon, John T. (Al Burgermeister) Harvey, Panama City, Florida, Linda (Jerry) Nantell, Indio, California, Scott (Toni) Harvey, Stillwater, Minnesota, Kathy (Ray) Grant, Mankato, Minnesota, and Rod (Lauren) Harvey, Willowbrook, Illinois; and daughter-in-law, Lori Kools, Tampa, Florida.

Additional surviving family members include her sister, Theresa Livermore, Englewood, Ohio; brothers, Dr. Francis X. (Josephine) Van Lieshout, Appleton, Thomas (Betty) Van Lieshout, Sturgeon Bay; sisters-in-law, Ann Harvey, Rural, Mary Jane Van Lieshout, Menasha, Ruth (Red) Emory, Texas, Katherine Cowling, Appleton; brother-in-law, Robert (Marlene) Kools, Appleton, Marlene (Tom) Kloiber, Kimberly, Paul (Bonnie) Gossens, Milwaukee, Tom (Margaret) Gossens, Appleton, JoAnn (Dave) Manley, Combined Locks, Jeanne (Don) Erdmann, Little Chute, Mary Ann (Ralph) Lamers, Kimberly; grandchildren, Mary Craven, Grant Gregory, Andrew (Cattleya) Gregory, Florida, Anne (Marcus) Mescher, and their children, Noah and Benjamin, Ohio, John and Allen Broughton, Georgia, Jake Kools, Colorado, and Hailey Kools, Florida.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church or Xavier High School Scholarship Fund in Appleton would be appreciated.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015, at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Appleton. Family will receive visitors at 9:30 a.m. at church.

Zachary A. Prestby, 19, of Green Bay, passed away peacefully Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 26, 2015, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born Aug. 23, 1996, son of David and Suanne (Jaworski) Prestby.

Zach graduated from Pulaski High School in 2015, with a rare standing ovation. His hobbies included collecting frogs, collecting erasers, which he called “Bobs,” loving his two dogs, Dakota and his spoiled rotten princess Maddee, and swimming. He cherished spending time with his brother, Tim, especially playing video games and opening presents Christmas morning.

Zachary’s passion was Lego building and he built Lego City in his basement. He utilized all of his Lego knowledge and expertise to create and become a Lego Master Builder and mayor of his city.

Zach was officially adopted in 2001 in a sacred ceremony as a family member of the Mountain Oak Clan of the great Cochiti Pueblo Tribe of New Mexico. He was gifted a name that translates to “Rainbow Warrior,” which means “A Person Who Brings People Together.”

He is survived by his parents, David and Suanne; one brother, Timothy; maternal grandmother, Mary Herb; paternal grandparents, Gordon and Ruth Prestby; uncles, aunts and cousins, John, Pam, Tom, Erin, Kelsey and Jenny, Mary, Paul, Steve, Brian and Allison, Steve, Cate, Suzan, Sarah, Stacy and Jeffrey; Sharon, Bud and Buddy; Jay, Cariann, Rachel and Seth; his best friend and cousin, Jeffrey; his girlfriend, Lexi; and his countless family and friends known as Zman Fans!

Zach was preceded in death by his maternal grandfathers, Bill Jaworski and Jack Herb.

Friends may call at Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour, on Friday, Sept. 4, 2015, from 3-8 p.m. with a prayer service at 8 p.m. Visitation will continue on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015. from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian burial at 11 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 2597 Glendale Ave., Green Bay, with Bishop Robert Morneau and Deacon Nick Williams officiating. Burial will be at St. Lawrence Cemetery, Navarino.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.muehlboettcher.com

We all know Zach was a two-time cancer survivor, bone marrow transplant recipient, heart transplant recipient, end stage renal failure patient, and complex medical patient also known to all as the Zach Factor.

Zachary, our “Holy Warrior,” graced all who knew him with his inspirational, humble, insightful and courageous strength. His warm, caring, radiant charm and his infectious angelic smile blessed all with faith, hope, peace and love.

In Zach’s honor, please wear any shade of blue, which was his favorite color.

A special thank you to the dedicated staff of all the following agencies: Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin of Milwaukee, St. Vincent Hospital, Bellin Hospital, Bellin Clinic, UW Health American Family Children’s Hospital of Madison, Unity Hospice of Green Bay, Unity Hospice of Florida, Families of Children with Cancer, Make a Wish Foundation, Bonduel School District, Pulaski Community School District, and a special thank you for the love and support from the widespread communities, neighborhood, family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established.

Charla Lyons, 59, Marion, passed away Friday, Aug. 28, 2015.

Arrangements are pending with Swedberg Funeral Home.

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Larry L. Krueger, 72, of Marion, passed away Monday evening, Aug. 31, 2015, at his home.

The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory, Marion, is assisting his family.

Charla Kay Lyons, 59, of Marion, passed away on Friday, Aug. 28, 2015. She was born to Roger and Goldie (Bruette) Schreiber in Shawano on June 8, 1956.

On June 15, 1974, Charla was united in marriage to James “Dude” Lyons Sr. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church. Charla and James have been together since they were 15 years old. Charla was a loving and joyful person. She was often happy and laughing. She loved caring for others and watching “The Young and the Restless.” She was known for her fry bread and chili that everyone loved. Charla will be deeply missed by her husband and children.

Charla is survived by her husband, James “Dude” Lyons Sr., of Marion; her children, Destinee (Chris Kilgore) Lyons, of Marion, James Jr. “Baby Dude” (Lynn Teal) Lyons, of Clintonville, and Tiffany (Raymond) Creapeau, of Gresham; grandchildren, Jordan, her favorite De’ Sean, Sha’ Rae, Christinee, Kalisa, Baby James III, Raymond “Baby Ray,” Deione, and Andre; stepgrandchildren, Demetrius and Cecelia; her favorite brother, Randy Schreiber, and sister, Cheryl Le Blanc; daughter-in-law, Jill Lyons; favorite godchild, Bearnard Fouler; brothers-in-law, Kerry Lee Perez and Kevin Lyons Sr. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Charla was preceded in death by her grandson, Jordan James; her parents, Roger and Goldie; mother-in-law, Pat Pocan Perez; brother-in-law, Ricky Lyons; nephew, Francis Wahsquonaikezhik; great-nephew, Patrick Perez.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Keshena with the Rev. Dave Barrett officiating. Burial will be at Rest Haven Cemetery in the town of Menominee. Visitation will be held at the Creapeau residence, 901 Bartelt St., Gresham, until the procession leaves for church on Wednesday.

Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.

“Charla found the Lord, now the Lord has the best angel in the world.” – Love, Dude

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Tom Anderson, 62, passed away peacefully on Aug. 30, 2015, in Shawano, surrounded by the love of his family after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was born on April 6, 1953, in Shawano, son of the late Charles and Odelia (Dolly) Anderson.

Tom grew up in the Shawano area and graduated from Shawano High School in 1971. On Dec. 19, 2005, Tom married Anita Sebero, and they moved to Appleton. She preceded him in death on Sept. 22, 2012.

Tom worked for many years as a semi-truck driver having driven for Reinhart Foods and later for Estes Express Lines. He enjoyed auto racing, ice fishing, deer hunting and camping. He was a fun-loving and caring man who deeply loved his family and friends.

Tom is survived by his loving children, Sarah (Stuart) Millikin, of De Pere, Chad (Ashley) Anderson, of Shawano, and stepson, Zach Sebero, of Appleton; his grandchildren, Ireland, Isaiah and Josiah Millikin, of De Pere, and Brady and Madisyn Anderson, of Shawano. He is further survived by his brothers and sister, Don (Sharon) Anderson, Jerry Anderson, Christine Giese and Roger (Pam) Anderson, all of Shawano; aunt, Cecilia Voelz, of Shawano; aunt, Josephine Ludvigsen, of Clintonville; and uncle, Bob (Mary) Mathews, of Embarrass; his special friend, Gayle Springborn, of Shawano; Sarah and Chad’s mother, Kathy Warmbier, of Green Bay; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Faith Erin Millikin, sister, Charlien Wetzel, and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Per Tom’s wishes, a private memorial service and inurnment will be held for the immediate family.

A memorial fund has been established with donations being given to ThedaCare Hospice Foundation Inc.

The family would like to thank Fox Valley Oncology, the nurses at Appleton Medical Center, ThedeCare Hospice and the caring staff at Evergreen Nursing Home for making his last months as comfortable as possible.

Frank W. “Junior” Schutt Jr., 86, of Shawano, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015, in Shawano.

Frank was born in Shawano on March 27, 1929, to the late Frank W. and Amanda (Degener) Schutt Sr. He served our country in the United States Army from 1951 to 1953. On June 18, 1955, Frank was united in marriage to Delores E. Drews at St. Martin’s in the town of Belle Plaine. Delores preceded him in death on Aug. 17, 2011. In 1964, he began working for Shawano-Gresham School District in the maintenance department, retiring after 30 years of service. He was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano, enjoyed ice fishing, hunting, Shawano Lobos baseball, basketball games and going up North to his land.

Frank is survived by his daughters, Cindy Beyer, of Shawano, and Kim (Jeff) Machmueller, of Clintonville; his sons, Michael Schutt and Daniel (fiancée Sharon Bohr) Schutt, of Cecil; nine grandchildren, Troy (Jamie) Beyer, Dustin (Corey) Beyer, Ryan “Buzz” (Cassie) Beyer, Nicole (Joe) Reese, Cortney (Drew) Stilen, Brandon (special friend Jenny) Schutt, Zach (special friend Tonya) Schutt, Nick Schutt, Scott (Melaine) Machmueller; 10 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, Duane “Duke” Drews, and sister-in-law, Bernice Drews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Delores, his parents, two sisters and three brothers.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015, at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano with the Rev. Ted Andrada officiating. Burial will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery with military rites by Shawano American Legion Post 117. Visitation will be at the church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. James Lutheran Church, Shawano Booster Club or the American Heart Association.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Grace A. Ruch, 77, of Embarrass, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015, at the Appleton Medical Center.

The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory of Clintonville is assisting her family with the arrangements.

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Mary L. (Vick) Pevonka-Brown, 94, moved to her heavenly Father’s house on Friday, Sept. 4, 2015, where her precious Lord and Savior, Jesus, was waiting to welcome her with these words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”

Mary was an inspiration and encourager to everyone. She shared her love of Jesus wherever she went, including while teaching children’s Sunday school and Vacation Bible School, for over 52 years. She considered herself a “professional polka dancer” and danced away many years with her husband, Jack, following the Arlie Bork Polka Band. Among her many hobbies were cooking, baking, gardening and canning; she could “whip up” anything you wanted to eat. Her pies were the best! She is best known for her love of quilting, sewing, and crafting. She made many handmade quilts, teddy bears and floral wreaths, always blessing others with her handiwork.

Mary is joining her first love, husband Ernie Pevonka and her oldest son, Michael Fowler, in heaven. She will be awaiting the future arrival of Jack Brown, her loving husband of the past 25 years; her son, Stephen Fowler; her daughter, Cyndi (Pevonka) Anderson; and her niece, Monica Vick. She leaves behind three grandsons, Jamison, Joshua and Asaon Fowler, along with great-nieces and great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life service will be held for friends and family at Bethany Baptist Church in Tilleda, at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, 2015.

Memorials may be directed to Bethany Baptist Church in Tilleda or to a Christian charity of your choice.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Thank you to the wonderful staff at Birch Hill Care Center in Shawano, Heartland Hospice Care of De Pere, and Care Volunteer Fred Pape for your compassionate care of Mary Brown.

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Joyous S. Bowen, 91, of Shawano, died on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015, at her home.

A full obituary will appear in next week’s paper.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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