Carol M. Schardt, 89, of Shawano, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, at her home. Born on May 22, 1927, in Clintonville, she was the daughter of the late Herman and Anna (Schertz) Nass.

On Sept. 20, 1947, Carol was united in marriage to William E. Schardt in Clintonville. William preceded her in death on Sept. 6, 2005. She worked at K&G Sport Shop and as a waitress at Lee’s.

Carol enjoyed bowling in her Wednesday night league. She was a member at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano.

Carol is survived by her children, Richard (Pat) Schardt, of Shawano, Susan (Kent) Wall, of Shawano and William “Skeeter” (special friend, Jami Schultz) Schardt Jr., of Black Creek; five grandchildren, Lori, Loni, Jenny, Kevin and Blaze; seven great-grandchildren, Ashley, Danielle, Haley, Jalen, Summit, Mesa and Riley; two great great-grandchildren; two sisters, Geraldine Middleton and Bernadine (Charles) Knaack; one brother-in-law, Edward “Bud” Schardt; as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William; her parents; two brothers, Lawrence and Vilas Nass; and two sisters, Viola Seeger and Lorraine Laatsch.

Funeral services for Carol will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 13, 2017, at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano with the Rev. Timm Griffin officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation will held at the church on Monday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Marion Helen Banker, 79, of Shawano, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, in Green Bay.

Marion was born in Outagamie County on Jan. 30, 1938, the daughter of the late Stanley and Viola (Kern) Banker. She graduated from Seymour High School and was a resident of Shawano for over 20 years.

Marion worked for Nichols Paper and later for Valley Laser in Shawano. She enjoyed flower gardening, camping, ice fishing, watching cooking shows and was known for her pink Jello and her red Beretta.

Marion is survived by three daughters, Debra (Alan) Lathrop, Diane (Gary) Sherwood and Pamela (Terry) Moede; four grandsons, Scott (Amanda) Lathrop, Eric (Brandy) Lathrop, Bruce (Jennifer) Sherwood and Justin (Tracy) Barclay; five great-grandchildren, Trevon, Noah, Khloe, Colin and Allison. She is further survived by his siblings, John Banker, Stanley (Linda) Banker Jr., Robert “Bob” (Connie) Banker, Dolores (Harold) Pingel, Dorothy Thomas, Janet (Richard) Rathsack and Sharon (Gene) Patzner.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Grace Tierney.

Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17, 2017, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from noon until the time of the service.

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John James Fischer Sr., 57, of Shawano, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born in Shawano on Oct. 6, 1959, the son of the late Jerome and Agnes (Busch) Fischer.

John enjoyed vegetable gardening, canning many of the things he harvested. He loved being in the outdoors, hunting and fishing. More than anything, he loved spending time with his family.

John is survived by three children, Ben Fischer, John Fischer Jr. and Jessica Close; two grandsons, Ashton and Xavier; his fiancée, Carmalita VandenBusch, and her children, Chassidy and Bailey; his sisters and brother, Debbie (Richard) Skalitzky, Shirley (Jim Lardinois) Pecore and Tom (Sharon) Fischer; his stepsister, Kathy Fischer; his sister-in-law, Roxanne Fischer; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jerome Fischer; his mother, Agnes Schwerke; his stepfather, Percy Schwerke; one brother, Tod Fischer; and one brother-in-law, Gerald Pecore.

Memorial services for John will be held at 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12, 2017, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with the Rev. Dan Taylor officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Sunday from 3 p.m. until the time of the service.

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Rose Marie Kammerman, 90, Green Bay, died Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017.

Friends may call at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 1484 Ninth St., from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the church with the Rev. James Massart officiating. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery in Shawano.

Blaney Funeral is assisting the family.

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Martha Ann Naber, 59, of Naperville, Illinois, formerly of Shawano, passed away the morning of Friday, Feb. 10, 2017.

Born on Nov. 6, 1957, in Shawano, she was the daughter of the late John D. and Margaret (Powers) Naber.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 17, 2017, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano. Visitation will be held at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017, and again on Friday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

A full obituary will follow.

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Roger A. Young, 71, Wittenberg, died on Friday, Feb. 10, 2017, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

Arrangements are pending at Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home, Wittenberg.

Judith A. Klingbeil, 76, formerly of Tigerton, passed away Feb. 12, 2017, at Emerald Valley Assisted Living in Appleton.

The Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Tigerton, is assisting the family.

Susan E. Bricco, 59, of the village of Kronenwetter, Marathon County, passed away in her home on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2017.

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

Brian A. Suprise, 55, of Shawano, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday morning, Feb. 12, 2017.

Arrangements are pending and will be announced on Wednesday afternoon.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Obituary in Dorothy Y. Miller’s own words:

I was born April 27, 19xx, in Shawano to Louis and Eleanor Runge, and raised by Joe and Louise Long on a farm outside of Wittenberg.

I was blessed with two children, Lisa (Scott) Wollenberg and David Miller, and three beautiful grandchildren, Benjamin, Travis and Mckenzie, who have all brought me joy, love, laughter and happiness.

I leave behind two brothers, Louie (JoAnn) Runge and Bill (Diane) Runge, and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, many who hold a special place in my heart.

Was preceded in death by my two sisters, Emily Spindler and Betty Zindler.

Although having cancer was difficult, it allowed me to spend extra time to be with my family to reflect, laugh, cry together and be with the people I love. My wish and hope is for everyone to remember the good times we all had together over the years.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 4, 2017, at Ascension Lutheran Church in Navarino with the Rev. Marsha Sabin officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

She lived and laughed. She loved and left. … Until we meet again.

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Diane L. Chroge, 54, Leopolis, died on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, at Shawano Health Services under the care of Heartland Hospice. She was born on Nov. 2, 1962, in Milwaukee, the daughter of the late August and Joan (Pedretti) Tautges.

On Feb. 15, 1992, Diane was united in marriage to Kevin Chroge at Zion Lutheran Church, Eland. He preceded her in death on May 26, 2016.

Diane worked for Clabough & Associates, Wittenberg, and most recently worked for Wisconsin Veneer and Plywood, where she was treasurer of the union.

Diane was an avid collector and collected many coins, stamps, and Disney memorabilia. She enjoyed camping, feeding birds and taking care of her cats.

Survivors include her two children, Pamela Chroge, Ripon and Craig Chroge, Gresham; one sister, Sharon Tautges; father-in-law, Leon Chroge, Shawano; brother-in-law, Ken (Carla) Chroge, Eland; sisters-in-law, Sue (Noel Ludwig) Milanowski, Mattoon, and Bonnie (Rob) Magee, Clintonville; and several nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 17, 2017, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Bowler. The Rev. Michael Schram will officiate. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, town of Hutchins, Shawano County. Visitation will be on Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home, Birnamwood, and again on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church.

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John August Louis Wissmann Jr., 77, of Clintonville, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017.

John was born on Oct. 21, 1939, in Shawano to the late John and Adela (Schwartz) Wissmann Sr. John graduated from Shawano High School and continued his education at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in math and science education. On Aug. 27, 1961, he was united in marriage to Nancy Jane Sachs in Seymour.

John was an active fourth-generation member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Pella. He taught Sunday school and confirmation classes for nearly 30 years, as well as served on the council as secretary, treasurer, vice president and deacon. John was past president of the men’s organization at church and a member of Gideons International for many years. He worked on the family dairy farm, taking over in 1970. While running and expanding a successful dairy farm, he taught mathematics at Shawano High School.

During his 33 years as a teacher, John “Slim” Wissmann was known for his great storytelling. He was also an accomplished builder, building sheds, barns and the family home with trees harvested from the property. He was an avid dartball and softball player, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, playing cards, crafting maple syrup and attending Bible class at St. James.

John will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

John is survived by his wife, Nancy; their children, Mark (Chris) Wissmann, of Newport News, Virginia, Patricia “Patty” (John) Tomtschik, of Wichita, Kansas, Susan (Roy) Acuña, of Batavia, Illinois, Diana (Edward) Ross, of Grandview, Mississippi, and Jennifer (Anthony “Tony”) Rozga, of Clintonville; 11 grandchildren, Hannah, Bethany, Jonathan and Matthew Wissmann, Julia, Sarah and Annika Tomtschik, Gabriel “Gabe,” Nichole “Niki” and Zachary “Zach” Ross, and Jane Acuña; sisters-in-law, Camille Wissmann, Beulah Jasman and Donna Sachs; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Jonathan and Betsy Sachs; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by a stillborn daughter; his parents; his brother, Dan Wissmann; and brothers-in-law, Robert Jasman, Philip Sachs and Richard Sachs.

Funeral services for John will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Pella with the Rev. Tim Lofgren officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery in spring. Visitation will be held at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano on Friday, Feb. 17, 2017, from 4-8 p.m. and again 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 Gideons International.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Michael Williams, Dr. Alex Tretinyak, ThedaCare at Home Hospice, Pastor Tim Lofgren and all the friends who have been there for the family.

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David A. Nordwig, 79, of Clintonville, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton.

David Allan Nordwig was born on June 17, 1937, at Shawano Hospital to Henry “Hank” and Ida (Schroeder) Nordwig. He grew in the Thornton area in the town of Richmond, Shawano County. David entered the U.S. Army and served from 1960 to 1962. He was united in marriage on April 20, 1963, to Shirley M. Malueg at Zion Lutheran Church in Caroline.

David worked for a short time at Hotz’s manufacturing mill in Shawano. He was employed by Eugene Behnke in Shawano at the saw mill and on his farm. For many years David also hauled livestock like pigs and cattle for Behnke’s. Then David started with the Shawano County Farm next to Maple Lane. He was employed at the county farm for close to 18 years, and David was a loyal worker until they closed in the early 1990s. David and Shirley moved to Clintonville and settled on the edge of town in the town of Larrabee. He was a longtime member of St. Martin Lutheran Church, Clintonville.

David enjoyed fishing, whether it was summer or winter, and he especially liked to fish off the pier in Gresham. His other interests included watching NASCAR and the Milwaukee Brewers, and his favorite team was the Dallas Cowboys. David liked playing the slots machines and winning at the casino. He was a devoted husband who always loved his wife and also enjoyed the companionship of his dog, Otis, and cat, Minnie.

Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Shirley; two sisters-in-law, Bernice Nordwig, of Plymouth, and Mabel Nordwig, of Leopolis; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

David was preceded in death by his parents; six sisters, Betty Teske, Fern Speering, Mae Gumps, Inez Schilling and two as infants; and two brothers, Milton and Ralph Nordwig.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Feb. 16, at noon at St. Martin Lutheran Church, Clintonville. The Rev. Christian Burg will officiate, and burial will be at St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery–Stony Hill, Shawano. Military honors will be provided at the church by members of VFW Post 664, American Legion Post 63 and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 63, all of Clintonville. Friends may call on Thursday from 10 a.m. until time of service at the church.

The Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Clintonville, is assisting the family.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established in David’s name.

Roger A. Young, 71, Wittenberg, died on Friday, Feb. 10, 2017, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born on Aug. 18, 1945, in Wausau, the son of the late Howard and Edeline (Liesch) Young.

Roger was a United States Army veteran. He was a member of the Bloecher-Johnson American Legion Post 502

Roger was united in marriage to Luella Young (Giese) on May 8, 1976, at Peace Lutheran Church in Tilleda. She survives.

Roger worked at Kraft for several years and then worked for the Central Wisconsin Electric Co-op for many years until retirement. He was a volunteer firefighter for the Wittenberg Fire Department, a deputy for the Shawano County Sheriff’s Department, a special for the Department of Natural Resources and former animal control officer for the town of Wittenberg. Roger was treasurer for the Wittenberg Trailblazers, the Red Knights and the Wittenberg Fish and Game Club. He was president of Forest Home Cemetery, Wittenberg, and served on the board for St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery.

An avid motorcyclist, Roger was a member of the Patriot Guard, Friends on Wheels and 1800 Honda Goldwing Riders Association. Roger enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling and snowmobiling.

Survivors include his wife, Luella Young, Wittenberg; two children, Randy (Angie) Young, Kronenwetter, and Kathy Young, Wittenberg; two grandchildren, Addison and Reece Young; three sisters, Jeanette Kamke, Florida, Yvonne (Everett) Melnick, Florida, and Judy Batty, Hoffman Estates, Illinois; and many more relatives and friends.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents and brother in-laws, John Batty and Lance Kamke, and his beloved dog, Lady.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wittenberg, with the Rev. Michael Larson officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery with military rites conducted by the American Legion. Visitation was from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home, Wittenberg, and continues Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church.

Memorials to the St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wittenberg, building fund would be appreciated.

Memories and condolences may be shared at schmidtschulta.com.

Martha Ann Naber, 59, of Naperville, Illinois, died on Feb. 10, 2017, while surrounded by family and friends, after battling cancer for 20+ years.

Martha was a loving, gentle soul who loved traveling, photography, creating art, hiking and walking, and laughing with family and friends.

Martha was born in Shawano, graduated from Shawano High School and went on to get a bachelor’s degree from DePaul University in business management. She retired from IBM after many years in customer service.

Martha, daughter of John and Margaret Naber, who preceded her in death, is survived by siblings Charley, Tom, Andy, (Dorie Miller) Mary, Paul and Therese, as well as nephews Matthew (Katlynn and children Shiloh, Tucker, Greyson and Jackson) and Daniel, and niece Anne.

There will be a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 17, 2017, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano. Visitation will be on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano from 4-7 p.m. and again at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. A prayer service will be held at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Naperville, Illinois, on Saturday, Feb. 25, at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Wellness House, Hinsdale, Illinois (a center that offers support for people living with cancer), or the Sacred Heart School Fund, Shawano (fund used for scholarships for low-income children, and where Martha went to elementary school).

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Earl W. Druckrey, 91, of Rhinelander, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017, in Minocqua.

Arrangements are pending with Swedberg Funeral Home, and a complete obituary will be published in Saturday’s paper.

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On the morning of Feb. 16, 2017, with his family by his side, Earl William Druckrey, 91, was called to his heavenly home.

Earl was born on the home farm in Advance on Dec. 3, 1925, to the late Carl and Effie (Bergner) Druckrey. The family moved from Advance to Shawano in 1932. He attended St. James Lutheran School and graduated from Shawano High School in 1944. Due to Earl volunteering at the age of 17 to serve his country, his mother accepted his high school diploma on his behalf. He entered the Marine Corps on March 22, 1944, and served as a private first class in Japan, China and Okinawa Island during World War II. He received an honorable discharge on March 13, 1946. Earl was very proud of his service to his country and took great pride in being a Marine. He was a long standing member of the VFW in Rhinelander.

On July 9, 1949, Earl was united in marriage to Susan Moesch, and they made their home in Shawano. Earl worked for the Soo Line Railroad for 35 years, beginning in Shawano and Appleton, then transferring to Rhinelander. After retirement, he was employed at JCPenney in Rhinelander. He also spent countless hours volunteering for Meals on Wheels, Rhinelander Food Pantry and the railroad museum in Pioneer Park, where he greeted visitors at the railroad depot. He was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Rhinelander.

Earl enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time reminiscing with family and friends. He especially enjoyed the many early morning hours he spent with his friends at McDonalds.

Left to cherish his wonderful legacy are his children, Jeff (Vicki), of Green Bay, Barbara (Richard) Lueth, of Harshaw, Jayne Stenstrom, of Woodruff, Steven (Tanya), of Oshkosh, and David (Kelly Lund), of Shawano; his grandchildren, Jana, Ondra, Vladimir, Tim, Anthony and Brett; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Beverlee Kassube, of Green Bay, and Mona (Robert) Urban, of Shawano; and three sisters-in-law. He will be deeply missed by his forever friend, Ray Zettler, of Rhinelander.

Preceding him were his wife, Susan; a granddaughter, Erin Grace Druckrey; his parents; three brothers, Sidney (Inez), Neil (Irene) and Roger (Helen); two sisters, La Bonna (August) Kruse and Kay (Chum) Parsons; and his in-laws, John (Emily) Moesch, Donald Moesch and Jack Moesch.

Funeral services for Earl will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2017, at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano with the Rev. Timm Griffin officiating. Inurnment will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Shawano. Visitation will be held at Swedberg Funeral Home on Monday, Feb. 20, 2017, from 4-8 p.m. and again at the church on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

A very special thank you to Dr. Kate and Hospice Ministry Home Care, Woodruff.

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Brian A. Suprise, 55, of Shawano, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday morning, Feb. 12, 2017.

Brian was born on June 25, 1961, in New London, a son of Bonnie (Bohardt) Suprise and the late Neal N. Suprise. Brian grew up in Shawano and attended Shawano schools, graduating with the Class of 1979. Following high school he entered the United States Navy, serving his country for three years. He was a submariner and also served aboard the USS Wainwright.

Upon returning from service, Brian was employed at several different positions. His longest tenure was with Timbco in Shawano. He continued his education at NWTC and earned his LPN. He was currently employed at Woodport Doors in Shawano. He was a member of Peace United Church of Christ in Shawano. He was an avid golfer as well as a lifelong Packers and Badgers fan.

Survivors include his mother, Bonnie Suprise (special friend, Henry Schultz), of Shawano; one brother, Billy (Rowena) Suprise, of Shawano; one nephew and niece, William Suprise and Jennifer (Ben Thomas) Suprise, both of Shawano; two grandchildren, Gerritt Forbey and Christa Forbey; and his aunts, Charlotte Beyersdorf, of Bonduel, and Caroline Suprise, of Waupaca. Brian is further survived by his childhood friend, Robert Ohrmundt, of Shawano, and his dear friend, Kim.

He was preceded in death by his father, Neal N. Suprise.

A memorial service for Brian A. Suprise will be held on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017, at 11 a.m. at Peace United Church of Christ in Shawano. Pastor Marty Black will officiate. Inurnment will be at the Woodlawn Cemetery in June. Military honors will be conducted by AMVETS Post 10 at the church. Relatives and friends may call after 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017, at Peace Church in Shawano.

In lieu of flowers and plants, the family requests memorials be made in Brian’s name to Peace United Church of Christ.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Joan M. Anklam, 68, of rural Tigerton (town of Wyoming, Waupaca County), passed away on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017, at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton.

The Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Tigerton, is assisting the family.

Clarence G. Chapman, 89, of Shawano, formerly of West Bend, passed away peacefully in the loving care of his niece on Friday afternoon, Feb. 17, 2017, in the town of Wescott.

Clarence was born on Dec. 15, 1927, in West Bend, a son of the late Henry and Minnie (Meyer) Chapman. He graduated from West Bend High School.

Clarence worked in the grocery business most of his professional life. When he retired, he moved into the house he built in Shawano. Clarence was born and raised Catholic. He loved to cook, bake and grow flowers.

Clarence is survived by one brother, Ray Chapman, of West Bend, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; six brothers, Milford, Elmer, Eugene, Richard, Jerry and LeRoy Chapman; and two sisters, Lucille Chapman and Laverne Heiting.

In keeping with Clarence’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral service. Burial will be at Holy Angels Cemetery in West Bend.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements.

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