Obituaries

Jun 21, 2024

Michael Shokatz Jr.

With heavy hearts, we announce the forthcoming celebration of the remarkable life of Michael "Mike" Shokatz Jr. on Friday, June 28, 2024. Loved deeply by his wife of 56 years, Jan (nee Just), and revered as a devoted father to Jennifer (Mark) Butenhof, Jean (Jeff Henderson) , Andy (Nikki) Shokatz, Joe (Vicky) Shokatz, and...

Jun 19, 2024

Ditello, Nicholas. Left us unexpectedly on June 19, 2024 at the age of 27. Treasured son of Dennis and Tammy Ditello. Beloved brother of Steven (Jessica Enderby) and Samantha. Loving boyfriend of Kaitlyn Prudhom. Grandson of Linda Ditello and Jay Glaesner. Nephew of Heather, Angela and Danny Glaesner, and Angela and Scott Knutson. Also survived by other relatives and...

Jun 17, 2024

Grace Giuffre

(nee Minessale) Born to Eternal Life on Monday, June 17, 2024. Age 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Philip. Loving mother of the late Joseph (Susan) Giuffre, Marianne Giuffre, Rev. Carmelo Giuffre, the late John (Lori) Giuffre and Rev. Frank Giuffre. Cherished grandmother of Sarah (Adam) Yorkey, Phil (Dana) Giuffre, Katie Giuffre, Ed (Andrea)...

Jun 16, 2024

Elaine Seminaro, age 85, was born into eternal life on June 16, 2024.

She is survived by her loving husband, Ronald Seminaro; her adoring children, David (Jennifer) Seminaro, Daniel (Mary) Seminaro, Linda (Carl) Segebrecht; her beloved grandchildren, Gabrielle, Christian, and Dominic Seminaro, Nicholas and Nathan Seminaro, Eric, Ryan, and Ellie Segebrecht. Further survived by other family and...

Jun 16, 2024

Mary Jo ("Jo") Cole (Mrs. Jo), beloved wife, mother, deaf educator, and historic preservationist, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024, at the age of 91. Jo's life was a testament to her intellectual curiosity, with special interests including pre-school education of the deaf, reading (especially non-fiction), family genealogy, historic preservation, antiques, textiles, sewing and needlework, as well as...

Jun 15, 2024

Dale A. "Dobie" Doberstein

Found peace on Saturday, June 15, 2024, age 82 years. Loving husband and partner for life to Julie (nee Hensel). Much loved and amazing father to Deann Yaklich (the late Tom Yaklich) (Chris Borkowicz) , David (Ivona), Daryn (Brenda) and the late Daryl (Courtney) Doberstein. Proud grandpa of Leigha (Brent) Johnston, Steven (Courtney)...

Jun 12, 2024

John K. Davidowski

Wednesday, June 12, 2024. Age 53 years. Cherished brother of Kari Al-Khateb (John Michalowski). Adored uncle of Alex Al-Khateb, Tamar Al-Kahteb and Laila Al-Khateb. Dear great-uncle of Elliott, Dahlia, Luna and Oliver. John is preceded in death by his parents Leon Davidowski and Sharon Schuppler. Further survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, other family members...

Jun 11, 2024

Erin L. O'Brien (Sjoblom)

Completed her journey Home and was reunited with her husband Tyler Sjoblom on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Age 72 years. Loving and devoted mom of Nick (Renee) Sjoblom. Cherished grandma of Tyler and Thomas Sjoblom. Loving sister of Shannon O'Brien (Kelly Mattox) and Meegan (Mark) O'Brien Kapsos. Dear sister-in-law of Martin (Priscilla) Sjoblom...

Jun 10, 2024

Passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024 at the age of 68. Beloved husband of 20 years to the late Olga Mateo Torres. Cherished dad of Melissa (Manuel) Torres, Rafael (Monica) Mateo, Ismael (Stephanie) Mateo and Andre Mateo. Brother of Angel Luis Torres, Lillian Walker, Norma Conradt. Further survived by 11 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, other...

Jun 10, 2024

Born to Eternal Life Monday, June 10, 2024 at the age of 92. Beloved husband of Inge (nee Villarreal Damm) and the late Delia (nee Martinez). Loving father of Albert, Linda, Larry (Kim), Carl (Leslie), John (Theresa), Alisa (Michael) Ackerman and Ani (Chris) Bering. Dear father-in-law of Colleen Wellstein. Preceded in death by his parents, Frank N. and Susan...

Jun 9, 2024

Carla A. Lawrence, age 92, quietly passed away on June 9th, 2024.

She is survived by three nieces and one nephew; and other relatives and friends.

She is predeceased by her parents Harley and Alice; and her two sisters, Shirley and Marge.

Carla was dedicated to her volunteer work at the church, where...

Jun 9, 2024

Trina L. Florez found peace on Sunday, June 9, 2024. Loving mom of Antonio, Alexis and Sergio. Beloved grandma of Mason. Beloved daughter of Milton and Kathy Arroyo. Cherished sister of Milton Jr. and Alex Arroyo. Beloved girlfriend of Mark. Also survived nephews, nieces, cousins, uncles, aunts, other relatives and friends.

Preceded in death by her grandparents...

Jun 8, 2024

On behalf of the Gonzalez family, we are deeply saddened to share with you all that our beloved Elias Gonzalez Jr. Passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at the age of 30. Loving dad of Amiah E Gonzalez. Beloved son of Maria L Fuentes and the late Elias M Gonzalez. Cherished brother of Maricruz (Danny) Gonzalez, Robert Gonzalez,...

Jun 8, 2024

Mark John Scepanski

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at the age of 69 years. Beloved husband for 50 years of Joanne (nee Wittliff) Loving father of Angela Trzcinski and Jacob (Katie) Scepanski. Cherished grandpa of Alan Trzcinski, Alex Trzcinski and Andrew Trzcinski; Danielle Scepanski and Brandon Scepanski. Dear brother of...

Jun 6, 2024

Passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at the age of 70. Loving father of the late Melissa (Joel) Selstrom and the late Matthew (Akosua). Cherished grandpa of Jack Randall Selstrom and Kwame Apollo Nuszbaum and Kofi Orion Nuszbaum. Beloved boyfriend of Maureen Lange. Dear brother of Michael (Sue), Henry "Hank" (Karen) and Steve (Denise). Further survived by...

Jun 6, 2024

Schulz, Fay Arlene (nee Mueller) found peace and was reunited with Christ after a very brief but courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at the age of 76.

Fay is survived by her devoted husband and best friend, Ron Schulz; cherished daughter April Wagner (Christopher), treasured sons Troy Schulz (Cindy) and Trevor Schulz; special...

Jun 4, 2024

Cynthia A. Washkuhn, a devoted homemaker, passed away on June 4, 2024, at the age of 73. Born in Milwaukee, WI on March 13, 1951, Cynthia lived a life filled with love and dedication to her family.

She leaves behind her loving husband, James R. Washkuhn; her beloved daughter, Jessica (Tommy) Endres; her step-children Jim Washkuhn, Jason...

Jun 4, 2024

Ramos, Jose Trinidad. Born to Eternal Life June 4, 2024 at the age of 77. Loving husband of Micaela (nee Lopez). Cherished father of Barbara Ramos, Marilu (Roberto) Romero, the late Luis Manuel Ramos and the late Jose Trinidad Ramos Jr.. Beloved grandfather of Fernando (Amanda) Robelo, Aitza Romero, Damian Romero, Izabel Romero and Izaac Romero. Son of the...

Jun 3, 2024

Berndt, Robert T. Found peace on Monday, June 3, 2024 at the age of 70. Loving husband of Karen Berndt. Beloved father of Ann (Mike) Rafalski and Kelly Berndt. Cherished grandfather of James, Elana and Madeline. Dear brother-in-law of Greg and godfather of Eric. Also survived by brothers, sisters, brothers-in-laws, sisters-in-laws, nieces, nephews, and many dear friends. He was...

Jun 3, 2024

Went to join his beloved wife, Barbara "Blondie" and his son, Frank, on Monday, June 3, 2024, age 87 years. Loving father of Roger (Donna), Robert (Karen), Roxanne Reed (Don Dahlman) and Tom (Dianna) Skoczek. Fond uncle Scotty to Marion Strauss and Chris Walczak. Frank is further survived by his 10 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, other family members and friends....