Ervin E. Wetzel departed this life May 21, 2019 at Shawano Health Services. He was born the fourth of five children to parents Henry and Katharina (Magewske) Wetzel in the Town of Gillett, Oconto County, on August 24, 1919. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Gillett and graduated from Gillett High… Read all »
Month: May 2019
Lonnie Lee Genke
Lonnie L. Genke, age 77, Suring, formerly Gillett, died Monday, May 20, 2019 following a long period of declining health. He was born in Shawano, WI on October 22, 1941, a son of the late Clarence and Ethel (Klosterman) Genke. Lonnie attended local schools and was a lifetime resident of the area. Lonnie was baptized… Read all »
Integrating Cremation into a Traditional Funeral Service
Today, more people than ever choose cremation. I’m one of them. Whether for economical reasons, personal preference or a combination of both, cremation is now viewed as an acceptable alternative to a traditional burial. The exhibit of an urn is becoming commonplace today. Individuals are becoming more comfortable with this tradition. Family and friends aren’t… Read all »
Richard Harold “Dick” Trever
Richard Harold “Dick” Trever, 66, Town of Underhill, passed away unexpectedly at his home on April 30, 2019. He was born August 16, 1952 to Harold and Nellie (Christensen) Trever. Dick attended Suring schools and graduated in 1970. He received a degree in auto mechanics from NWTC and spent the rest of his life… Read all »