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Recent Obituaries in Oshkosh, WI

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Oskosh, WI area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Rose Ann Smith

Rose Ann Smith

Mar 5, 2026

Rose Ann (Konow) Smith, age 91, passed away on March 5, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. She was born to parents, Jenor Konow Sr. and Ardise Mary (Searle) Konow, on November 19, 1934, in WI. She graduated high school and went on to college to obtain a Secretary Certificate. Over the years, she worked as a Secretary, Custodian, Quality Control Inspector...

Shari Steinbruner

Shari Steinbruner

Mar 1, 2026

Sharron “Shari” Ann Steinbruner, 73, of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, died on March 1, 2026.

The oldest of six children, she was born at Great Lakes Naval Base in 1952 to Roy and Beverley (née Poppie) Gilbertson.

An avid reader and outstanding student, Shari became a Licensed Practical Nurse at Waukesha County Technical College before marrying Jim Steinbruner and moving to Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

Shari continued...

Lorraine M Schneider

Lorraine M Schneider

Feb 19, 2026

Lorraine Mary (Horejs) Schneider, age 97, gained her Heavenly wings, February 19, 2026. She is survived by her children, Don (Lisa) Schneider, Steve (Sherrie) Schneider and Sandy (Wally) Cartwright; daughter-in-law, Linda (Jim) Schneider; sisters, Jean (Bill) Mauritz and Patsy (Neil) Abitz; a dear sister-in-law, Carol Horejs; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was blessed with 13 grandchildren; 24...

Darlene Ann Grunske

Darlene Ann Grunske

Jan 30, 2026

Darlene Ann (Schilhabel) Grunske, age 85, passed away on January 30, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. She was born to parents, Orville Walter and Irene Esther (Blake) Schilhabel, on January 17, 1941, in Appleton, WI. She graduated from Menasha High School, married Donald Garrison in 1959 and started a family. Together, they raised five children. She remarried in 1980 to Rodney...

Colin Mark Hoffmann

Colin Mark Hoffmann

Jan 27, 2026

Colin Mark Hoffmann, age 75, passed away unexpectedly on January 27, 2026, at home. He was born on October 7, 1950, to parents, Burton and Elaine Hoffmann, on a military base in Munich, Germany.

After graduating high school, he continued his education at UW-Oshkosh and obtained several degrees. He formally taught English and German at Horace Mann Middle School in Sheboygan....

Nevaeh Skye Wendt

Nevaeh Skye Wendt

Jan 22, 2026

In loving memory of our little angel. It’s hard to put into words the pain for our loss. You are loved by many. Even though we know that you are in a better place, we still miss you and wish that you were here. You were and still are, our little blessing. There is not and will not be a...

Robert Aloisius Marin

Robert Aloisius Marin

Jan 20, 2026

Robert “Bob” A. Marin, age 81, was born to Richard and Beatrice Marin on November 11, 1944, in Oshkosh, WI. He was the fourth of six children. Bob attended Catholic Schools growing up, and was recruited by Lourdes High School, where he played on the football, basketball, and baseball teams. He was Lourdes’ first Prom King and a member of...

David John Romitti

David John Romitti

Jan 15, 2026

Passed away on January 15, 2026, age 59, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He was born on September 5, 1966, in Iowa, to John L. and Judith (Novak) Romitti. David was a proud graduate of Madrid High School '84, where he enthusiastically participated in baseball, football, and track. He briefly attended DMACC in Ankeny, Iowa, and spent much of his working life...

Charlotte Mae Eichstadt

Charlotte Mae Eichstadt

Dec 28, 2025

Charlotte Mae Eichstadt passed peacefully surrounded by family and her beloved poodle, Indie, on December 28th, 2025, at the age of 93. Char was born on January 6th, 1932, in Oshkosh to Ralph and Elsie (Schuff) Dorman.

Char attended a one room schoolhouse for her primary and middle school years and left after 8th grade to lend a helping hand (as...

David Bruce Daum

David Bruce Daum

Dec 20, 2025

David Bruce Daum, age 75 passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at American Grand in Neenah. He was born on June 15, 1950, to Donald Daum and Joyce (Olmsted) Altmeier.

David was a proud union worker at the Neenah Foundry for over 20 years and a devoted Green Bay Packers fan. Known for his unwavering stubbornness and sharp bargaining skills,...

Rose Marie Kromm

Rose Marie Kromm

Dec 16, 2025

Rose M. Kromm, age 88, of Oshkosh, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.She was born on March 14, 1937, in Wauwatosa, daughter of the late Marie Langlitz. On June 29, 1957, Rose married Floyd P. Kromm, in Oshkosh, at Zion Lutheran Church, and together they built a life filled with laughter and family and enjoyed...

Susan Barbara Sheffer-Meyer

Susan Barbara Sheffer-Meyer

Dec 14, 2025

Rev. Susan B. Sheffer-Meyer, age 81 of Oshkosh, died on December 14, 2025. She was the second daughter born in George C. Sheffer and Ruth I. (Oxholm) Sheffer-Fuchs on September 14, 1944, in Oshkosh, WI. She was united in marriage to Rev. Thomas A. Meyer on December 30, 1990, in Brookfield, Wisconsin. A graduate of Oshkosh High School, her undergraduate...

Melody Wilson

Melody Wilson

Dec 2, 2025

Melody Kay Wilson, age 78, passed away on December 2, 2025, in Neenah, WI. She was born to parents, Russell Joseph and Dalores Mae (Hazelwood) Miller, on February 27, 1947, in WI. After high school, she attended some college and started a family. On May 22, 2009, she married the love of her life, Robert Wilson. She raised 4 children....

Kurt Wolf

Kurt Wolf

Nov 22, 2025

Kurt Lee Wolf, age 53, passed away on November 22, 2025, with family by his side. He was born on February 9, 1972, to parents, Kenneth Francis and Ruth May (Stahle) Wolf, in Oshkosh, WI. He was a special soul with a gift for making the world around him brighter. He had a naturally generous spirit, always ready with a...

Josephine Marx

Josephine Marx

Nov 15, 2025

Josephine "Joby" Marx, 92, of Oshkosh, passed away on November 15, 2025. She was born Josephine Gamsky on February 1, 1933, to Letta and Edward Gamsky. Her nickname, "Joby," was affectionately given by her toddler brother, Ned, who couldn't yet pronounce "Josephine." Joby graduated from Oshkosh High School with the Class of 1950, where she was elected Homecoming Queen. She...

Edward Lambert

Edward Lambert

Nov 5, 2025

Edward "Ed" Lambert Omro, WI Edward "Ed" Lambert, 76, passed away at home. Born December 22, 1948, to Edward and Evelyn Lambert (Johnston). He enlisted in the US Army at the age of 18 and served in Vietnam as a Door Gunner. Ed had several jobs and businesses over the years.  The two he was most proud of were his...

Theresa Demars

Theresa Demars

Nov 4, 2025

Theresa A. DeMars (Rochon) December 11, 1957 – November 4, 2025 Theresa A. DeMars, age 67, passed away peacefully at Aurora Medical Center in Oshkosh on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, surrounded by her children. She was born on December 11, 1957, in Neenah, Wisconsin, the daughter of the late Marvin and Susan (Jury) Rochon. A longtime resident of Neenah, WI,...

James Cahill

James Cahill

Nov 1, 2025

James C. Cahill, 91, passed away on November 1, 2025 in Oshkosh, WI. He was born on March 2, 1934. He married Beverly Ann Gruse on May 23, 1959 in Oshkosh, WI and together they had five children. James was an avid outdoorsman, and was an active member in many organizations: he was the Vice President of the National Wild...

Leroy Zacher

Leroy Zacher

Oct 29, 2025

Leroy "Skip" L. Zacher, age 82, passed on unexpectedly on October 29, 2025, in Oshkosh, WI.  He was born on January 30, 1943, to parents Alois and Margaret (Steffen) Zacher, in Wisconsin, one of three children. Skip was interested in learning, teaching and liked keeping active and energetic.  After high school, he obtained his bachelor's degree at UW-Platteville, then his...

Takira Johnson

Takira Johnson

Oct 25, 2025

She had a heart that never stopped giving, the kind of person who would drop everything to help someone else. She carried a rare gentleness that made you feel special to just be loved by her. She had a type of kindness that is woven into your soul. She loved the little joys in life, music that made her feel,...

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