All Obituaries

Steven L. Norder – 65 passed away peacefully, with his family at his side in his home after a courageous and valiant fight with cancer on Friday, August 11th.  Steve bravely prepared himself for this day and was anxious to meet his Lord. Steve was born on January 7, 1952 in New London, WI to Norbert (Nub) and Eileen (Geske) Norder.  He grew up in the Village of Bear Creek where he attended St. Mary’s Grade School, Bear Creek High School and graduated from...

Armin C. Schmidt, age 95 of Clintonville, formerly of Marion, passed away Friday, August 11, 2017 at Greentree Health and Rehabilitation Center, Clintonville. Armin Carl Schmidt was born September 14, 1921 in the Town of Grant, Shawano County, to the late Max & Alma (Verch) Schmidt. He was united in marriage to Evelyn Schmidt on March 20, 1943 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Big Falls. He farmed in the Town of Grant for four years and worked for Quarterline Cheese...

Rose Mary Sasse, age 84 of the Town of Matteson, Waupaca County, passed away Friday, August 11, 2017 at the Thedacare Medical Center in New London. Rose Mary was born on September 16, 1932 in Bear Creek as the daughter of the late John & Iva (Ritchie) Rhode. She graduated from Clintonville High School in 1950 and was united in marriage to Allen Sasse on November 7, 1951 at the St. Rose Catholic Church in Clintonville. The couple resided in the Town of Matteson where Rose...

Kathleen D. Novosad, age 52 of New Mexico, formerly of Clintonville, passed away Saturday, August 5, 2017. Kathleen “Kathy” Dawn (Brotzman) Novosad was born April 15, 1965 to Jeane (Solum) Brotzman and the late Roger Brotzman in Clintonville. She was baptized and confirmed at Christus Lutheran Church, Clintonville and attended Clintonville schools. She worked locally at many different locations. In 2005 Kathy re-located to New Mexico. She had a deep love for all...

Edwin R. Schmidt, age 93 of Marion, passed away unexpectedly early Thursday morning August 10, 2017 at his home. Edwin “Eddie” Rudolph Schmidt was born January 25, 1924 in the Township of Wyoming to the late Rudolph & Hulda (Neuman) Schmidt. He attended Westhill School which was located right on the corner of his home farm. Edwin farmed until his retirement, but also worked for Schmidt’s Welding, Marion. He was united in marriage to Winifred McKay at St....

Lucille D. Schewe, age 95 of Caroline, passed away early Wednesday morning, August 9, 2017 at Atrium Post Acute Care at Birch Hill, Shawano. The former Lucille Dorothy Wollin was born May 10, 1922 in the Town of Underhill to Edward & Laura (Bistoff) Wollin. She was baptized and confirmed at Christ Lutheran Church in Underhill, WI. Lucille grew up on the family farm and attended a one-room country school. For a couple of years during World War II, she lived and worked in...

Lillian M. Bessette, age 77 of the Township of Larrabee passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center, Neenah. Lillian “Ann” Mae Bessette was born October 10, 1939 in the Township of Morris, Shawano County, and daughter to the late Robert & Bertha (Jensen) Graham. She attended Tigerton High and graduated in 1958. While still in high school, she met her future husband, Leo Bessette. They were united in marriage on June 6, 1959 at St....

Wilbur “Willie” W. Wenzel, age 85 of Appleton, formerly of Clintonville, passed away Monday, August 7, 2017 at Misty Arbor Assisted Living, Appleton. Wilbur Wallace Wenzel was born July 4, 1932 in the Township of Wescott, Shawano County, son of the late Richard & Bertha (Koehler) Wenzel. After his schooling, Willie started work at Korb Oil, Clintonville where learned the mechanic trade. He also took time to serve his country with the National Guard, and...

John "Berty" C. Bertram, age 65 of Marion, went to the big playground in the sky where he aced a hole, pitched a no-hitter, hit a grand slam, bowled a 300, caught his limit of Jumbo Perch, and won the jackpot on Friday, August 4, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends.       He was born November 22, 1951 as the son of William and Charlotte (Cannizzo) Bertram. He grew up in the city of Marion where he attended school....

Gordon A. Stiritz Jr., age 80 of Clintonville, passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at ThedaCare Medical Center, Shawano. As per Gordon’s wishes, no formal services are scheduled. The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory, Clintonville, has been entrusted with his final wishes.