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11/16/2025

Helen E. Osen

Helen (Kitzerow) Osen, 95, of De Pere, passed away on November 14, 2025. She was born June 5, 1930 in Brown County to the late Arnold Kitzerow and Dorothea (Kiekhaefer) Kitzerow. On December 8, 1956 she married Roy A. Osen at Zion Lutheran Church, Morrison. Helen graduated from De Pere High School in 1948. Music, faith in God and service guided her life and work.

A charter member of the Morrison 4-H Club, she ultimately became an Outstanding 4-H Junior Leader in Wisconsin.

She loved being an organist at Hope Lutheran Church for over 65 years, an organist at Redeemer Lutheran Church for 13 years and the pianist for the Redeemer Lutheran Church Checkerette Kitchen Band for over 20 years.

She grew up on a dairy farm. Prior to getting married, she worked at the State Bank of De Pere. She also was many times 'on call' for her husband's business and many other things.

For 10 years, doing school census, she walked half of East De Pere and met many wonderful people.

Bowling (a league secretary); bridge; PTA; De Pere Christian Outreach (30 years plus; board member for many); Senior Hopefuls luncheons: Her life was filled with cherished friendships. And, baking and cooking brought blue ribbons and truly thousands who enjoyed her 'treats.'

She helped raise money for the new East De Pere H.S. football stadium, numerous church and school projects and the DPCO food pantry. She also volunteered through the Commission on Aging, Heritage Hill and Hazelwood.

Helen is survived by her children: David (Julie) Osen, Mark Osen, Lisa Osen and John (Dr. Jean) Osen; grandkids: Lauren (Michael) Dewhurst and Eric Osen; great step-grandchild: Caitlyn Dewhurst; Godchild: Diane Laabs and nieces/nephews and their families and friends.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Roy, brothers Elmer and Ralph Kitzerow and her same generation in-laws.

Service at Hope Lutheran Church, De Pere on November 22, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation from 9:00 to 10:45 a.m. Burial at Greenwood Cemetery. Cotter Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Women of Hope, DPCO Food Pantry, St. Vincent Hospital Oncology Department or your own charity.

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11/15/2025

Rick Roundy

Rick D. Roundy, 67, passed away unexpectedly on November 12, 2025, in the place he loved most—“God’s Country”—on his hunting land. Born on October 9, 1958, to Charlotte and Ken Roundy, Rick lived a life filled with passion, purpose, and deep devotion to the people he loved.

Rick married his college sweetheart Diane (Tisch), sharing 41 years of laughter, adventures, and unwavering partnership. Together, they built a beautiful family—three children, Adam, Megan, and Jacob—and this week he proudly became a first-time grandpa, a role he was absolutely thrilled to embrace. This past year, the family was able to travel together to Florida and California which the family cherished.

A graduate of UW–Stevens Point with an MBA from UW–Oshkosh, Rick built a successful career in the paper industry before spending his final decade in real estate. He retired eight years ago and poured his time into everything he loved most—his family, his friends, the outdoors, and the many hobbies he mastered along the way. He was actively involved in St. Clare Parish.

Rick was known for his boundless curiosity, countless talents, and an enviable dedication to keeping everything in his world neat, organized, and meaningful. His hunting land, built and tended with his lifelong friend, John Sommercorn, became a haven of memories for both of their families.

Those who knew Rick were blessed by his kindness, loyalty, humor, and generosity. He had a way of making people feel seen and valued, and anyone loved by Rick carried with them a true gift. His legacy shines on through the traditions he built, the hobbies he perfected, and the granddaughter already stepping into the world with her grandpa’s spirit.

Rick is survived by his wife Diane; his children Adam (Sarah), Megan, and Jacob; his new granddaughter Ruby; his parents Charlotte and Ken; and his sisters Renee (Rick) Kamrath and Kendra (Tom) Otterlee. He is also fondly remembered by his in-laws—Donna (Huey) House, Ruth Tisch, Janet Robaidek, Linda (Dave) Rabas, Carolyn (Tom) Schuster, and Jerry (Vicki) Tisch—and by 25 nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents; mother and father in law, brothers-in-law Wayne Robaidek, Bob Tisch, and Roger Tisch; and his niece, Jodi Panzer.

In honor of Rick’s life, the family asks for prayers not only for their own healing, but for the individual responsible. His life was unwillingly and tragically taken, and we pray for all who struggle with mental health. The family hopes that increased understanding, support, and access to care will bring healing to others and help prevent future heartbreak.

Family and friends may visit at St. Clare Parish- St. Paul Site, 437 Main Street, Wrightstown, on Tuesday, November 18, from 3-7pm, with a parish prayer service to conclude the evening. Visitation will continue on Wednesday, at the church, from 9:00am until 10:30am. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am with Fr. Bob Kabat officiating. Cotter Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Rick’s name may be directed to St. Clare Parish.

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11/14/2025

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11/13/2025

Ann Boltz

Our beloved Ann Carlisle Boltz passed away surrounded by her loved ones on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. She was born to the late C. Lowell and Imogene (Fields) Carlisle on April 18, 1934, in Petersburg, Indiana. Ann graduated from Petersburg, Indiana High School. She later graduated from Lindenwood College of St. Charles Missouri. Ann then met Richard Boltz, and they were married on July 4, 1959, in Wausau, Wisconsin. Ann, as a career woman, served as a constituent liaison to Congressman Toby Roth and Congressman Jay Johnson. As a wife and mother Ann loved spending time with her family and grandchildren, visiting friends, spending time at the family cottage, volunteering, reading, playing cards and doing puzzles. Ann was involved in many organizations during her life such as the YMCA, the Service League of Green Bay and the Lawyer Wives of Brown County.

Ann is survived by her children Thomas Boltz (Raylene McDonald) and John (Michele) Boltz; daughter in-law Margaret Boltz; grandchildren, Justin Boltz and Justin’s mother, Laurie Schwartz, Logan (Kaylee) Boltz, Kendall Boltz, Brittany (Austin) Nelson and Britney’s mother, Anne K. Boltz, Stephanie (Matt) Luckie, Jessie (Craig Sr.) Watkins; great-grandchildren, Christian Boltz, Connor Nelson, Emerson Luckie, Charlotte Watkins, Craig Jr. Watkins, Coraline Watkins, Ben Harris; as well as her loving niece and nephews and their families and special friends Danae Schwartz and Jeremiah Laes.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Richard Boltz; son, Paul Boltz; sister, Beth Nellist, daughter in law, Tammy Boltz; grandson, Josh Harris; Father and Mother in-law Frank and Victoria Boltz; brothers in-law, Edward Nellist and Roy Burger; sister in-law, Doris Burger, step-father, Ray Fields; step-brother, Jerry Fields.

Family and friends may visit at Cotter Funeral Home, 860 N. Webster Ave., De Pere, on Friday, November 21, 2025 beginning at 10:00am with a memorial service at 11:15am with Rev. Ted Tromble officiating. Ann’s family would like to extend a special thank you to Ann’s special friend Linda and to the staffs at Bellevue Senior Living and Unity Hospice for their care and support.

Memorial donations may be made to Unity Hospice.

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11/12/2025

LaVerne Kriescher

LaVerne Kriescher, age 94, of Athelstane and formerly of Green Bay, passed away on November 11, 2025. She was born on April 8, 1931 on the Fonferek Homestead (now Fonferek’s Glen) to Peter and Florence Fonferek. On August 5, 1950, she married Bob Kriescher at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral in Green Bay, and he preceded her in death in 2017. LaVerne had a special talent for bead and sequin art, making many elaborate Christmas stockings for her family to enjoy. She enjoyed and was quite lucky at crossword scratch-offs. Her time was often spent doing word searches and enjoying the wildlife by her home, especially the deer and birds.

Survivors include her children: Evelyn (Peter) Reignier of Green Bay, Mary (Rick) Vercauteren of Green Bay, Bonnie Lasee of Green Bay, Ken (Mary Jo) Kriescher of Green Bay and Annette (Steve) Anderson of Athelstane; daughter-in-law: Kris Kriescher of Athelstane; grandchildren: Scott Reignier, Cheryl (Brian) Klawitter, Kristie Vandeyacht, Kimberly (Kurt) Brester, Jason (Sherri) Lasee, Shane (Kerry McCaughn) Lasee, Jeremy (Bobbi) Kriescher, John (Heidi) Kriescher, James (Amanda) Kriescher, Jenni (Poncho) Becerril, Jack Kriescher, Dan Kriescher, Paula Kriescher, Michael (Heather) Anderson, Tyler (Julie) Anderson and Clint Anderson; 37 great-grandchildren; sister Jean (Glen) Norman; sister-in-law Laona Fonferek; a special family friend Darrel Klarkowski; nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob, parents, Peter and Florence; in-laws: John and Mary Kriescher; sons: Floyd (Suzi) Kriescher and Jack Kriescher; great-grandson Gabriel Kriescher; siblings: Irene (Dave) Petasek, Norb (Donna) Fonferek, Delores (Richard) Petasek, Francis Fonferek, Bill Fonferek and Marilyn (Tony) Olson; son-in-law Paul Lasee.

Family and friends may visit at Cotter Funeral Home, 860 N Webster Ave, De Pere, on Sunday, November 16, from 3-6pm. A prayer service will conclude the evening. Visitation will continue Monday at Nativity of Our Lord Parish, 2270 S Oneida Street, Green Bay, from 10:00am until 10:45am. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am with Fr. Matt Simonar officiating. Burial will be in St. Patrick Cemetery- Stiles.

Our family would like to thank the caregivers at Unity Hospice.

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11/12/2025

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11/11/2025

Daniel J. Schweiner

Daniel J. Schweiner, age 69, of Denmark, WI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Scandinavian Court in Denmark, WI with his family at his side.

He was born on May 3, 1956 in Green Bay, WI, son of the late Jacob and Rose (Forst) Schweiner and stepdad Matt Kralovetz. On September 22, 1979, he married Sharon Brusky at St. Hedwig’s Catholic Church Township of West Kewaunee.

Daniel was a manager for Cooperative Services in Denmark, WI until the merger with United Cooperative in Denmark, WI.

He enjoyed shooting pool, bowling, deer hunting and helping on the family farm. Most special to him was spending time with family, especially with his children and grandchildren.

Daniel is survived by his wife Sharon of 46 years, his children Steve (Jenny) Schweiner of Manitowoc, WI, Ken Schweiner of Green Bay, WI and Stacy (Eric) Jandrin of Green Bay, WI; three grandchildren Olivia, Josephine and Matthew Jandrin; his brothers and sisters Art (Sandy) Schweiner of Denmark, WI, Arlene (Vince) Vogel of Mishicot, Dorothy (Tom) Konop of Denmark, WI, Mary Ann (Gary) Szydel of Kewaunee, WI, Carol (Dennis) Bradley of Denmark, WI, Francis (Laurie) Schweiner of Kewaunee, WI, Julie (Darrel) Szydel of Two Rivers, WI, JoAnn (Dennis) Selner of Denmark, WI and Jerry (Bonnie) Schweiner of Denmark, WI; sister-in-law Joyce Schweiner of Luxemburg, WI; Sharon’s family Daniel (Shirley) Brusky of Kewaunee, WI, Robert (Mary) Brusky of Coleman, WI, Virgil Brusky of Green Bay, WI and Cathy Brusky of Green Bay, WI and numerous nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents and stepdad Matt Krolovetz, he is preceded in death by brothers David, Jakie and Dennis Schweiner; father and mother-in-law Daniel (Ruth) Brusky and in-laws Donald, Ronald and Shirley Brusky; nephew Todd Konop.

Family and friends may gather on Friday, November 14th, 2025, at Cotter Funeral Home, 536 Co. Road R, Denmark, WI 54208 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm and again on Saturday, November 15th, 2025 at All Saints Catholic Church, 145 St. Claude St., Denmark, WI 54208 from 9:00 am until the time of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am with Fr. Xavier Amirtham, O.Praem presiding. Burial of cremains will be at All Saints Cemetery Columbarium in Denmark, WI at a later date.

Special thanks to the staff at Scandinavian Court Assisted Living and to Aseracare Hospice especially to the staff of Tammy, Jesse, Nicole and Jake.

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11/11/2025

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11/10/2025

Susan Fredericks

Susan Fredericks, age 79, of De Pere and formerly of Neenah, passed away on November 9, 2025. She was born on May 8, 1946, in Neenah, Wisconsin, to Clyde and Margaret Bunker.

A proud graduate of St. Mary High School in Menasha, class of '64, Susan was a lifelong learner and an avid reader. She had a knack for puzzles, whether it was crossword puzzles or trying her luck watching game shows. She spent many years in bowling leagues, and she found joy in quiet moments birdwatching, surrounded by nature.

Family was everything to Susan. She was a dedicated mother who poured her heart into school activities for her children and gave her time generously to church events at St. Patrick's in Menasha. Her love for animals, particularly dogs and cats, added a special warmth to her home.

In her later years, Susan worked at Coldwater Creek in Appleton, where her friendly demeanor and kind spirit made her a favorite among colleagues and customers alike.

She is survived by her children: Christopher (Bobbie) Fredericks, Jennifer Fredericks and Kathryn “Katie” (Ian) Ronk; grandchildren: Haley Fredericks, Zoey Fredericks, Mya Fredericks and Maxwell Fredericks; sister Barbara (Norman) Bauman; many nieces and nephews, and her dog Louie.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers: Norman “Bud” (Marion) Bunker and Richard “Dick” Bunker; sisters: Marion Crowson, Nancy (Florian) Neuman, Janet (Jerold) Herreman; dogs: Cookie, Muffin, Romeo, Winnie, Ollie, Buddy and Tuffy; cats Grace and Cleo.

Family and friends may visit at Resurrection Catholic Church, 333 Hilltop Drive, Allouez, on Monday, November 17, from 9:00am until 10:45am. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am with Fr. Bob Kollath officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Green Bay.

Our family would like to extend a special thank you to the caregivers at St. Croix Hospice and Angel’s Touch Assisted Living.

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11/10/2025

11/10/2025

Christine M Leiterman

Our parents are reunited once again after 30 years. Christine “Chris” Mary (Johnson) Leiterman was greeted by her husband, Ronald “Ron” Leiterman on November 7, 2025, at the age of 73. Chris has been a longtime resident of Denmark Wisconsin. They were united in marriage on May 31, 1969, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Glenmore, Wisconsin.

In the early years, Chris was employed at MIRRO and Brown County Publishing, she quit to stay home and care for her young children. She went back into the workforce in 1992 where she was employed with Walmart East until she retired. After retirement, she cared for her grandchildren. Chris, the eldest of the three children, was born on January 16, 1952, to the late Kenneth Sr and Helen (Kurth) Johnson.

Her memory lives on with her five children: Rhonda (James Jr) Kroll, Green Bay, Ronald “Ron” (Laura Arrowood) Leiterman, Pembine, Deborah (Scott) Wendricks, De Pere, Cyndi (Jorge) Ruiz, Green Bay and Jeffrey (Alicia) Leiterman, Denmark. She is further survived by her grandchildren; James III (Amber Joski), Jayden, Jairon (Emma Bouche) Kroll, Korbin, Kashton, Monroe Wendricks, Malaki, Indigo, Rhonika, Neymar Ruiz, JJ, Liam Leiterman, brother, Elmer Johnson, Green Bay, and sister in law, Sandi (Brad) Carsock, Two Rivers, very special friend, Merlin “Flasher” Kittell, Cooperstown, as well as beloved nieces, nephews and dear friends.

Preceded in joining the Lord; her husband Ron, her parents, brother, Kenneth Jr “Butch”, mother and father in law, Leonard Sr and Cecelia (Hoffman) Leiterman, brother and sister in law; Leonard Jr and Joanne Leiterman, brother in law, Gerald “Jerry’ Leiterman, grandson, Jorge Ruiz, as well as other relatives.

In lieu of a traditional memorial service, Chris’ wishes are for a private service for her children and their families.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Merlin “Flasher” for bringing Chris to her appointments and taking great care of her.

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11/07/2025

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