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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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Donald Polfuss

Donald Polfuss

Jul 23, 2026

Donald E. Polfuss, 92, passed away peacefully alongside his family, on July 15, 2026. He was born April 1, 1934, in Princeton, Wisconsin, the son of Emil and Gladys Polfuss. Donald married the love of his life, Carol Lueptow, on September 25, 1955. They had three children, Jeff (Karen) Polfuss, James (Holly) Polfuss, and Julie (Jay) Carlson; Donald had 8...

Alan J Kohfeldt

Alan J Kohfeldt

Jun 29, 2026

Alan J. Kohfeldt, 78, passed away in Oshkosh, WI on June 29, 2026. He was born in Neenah, WI, to Henry and Loretta Kohfeldt on December 17, 1947. After graduating high school, Alan went on to serve in the United States Navy during Vietnam. After his service he worked at Neenah Foundry for over 30 years. Alan married Kay Lynn...

Gavin Joseph Krueger Jr.

Gavin Joseph Krueger Jr.

Jun 27, 2026

Gavin J. Krueger, 23, passed away in Oshkosh, WI on June 27, 2026. He was born to Joseph Schoenfeld and Candace Krueger on March 19, 2003, in Wisconsin.

In his free time, Gavin loved spending time with his family and friends, from enjoying time outdoors, going four-wheeling, out on the kayak, fishing or riding his Dad’s jet ski. He could also...

Mary Matsche

Mary Matsche

Jun 16, 2026

Mary Jean Matsche, 99, passed away on June 16, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. She was born to parents, Joseph and Mary (Troiber) Matsche on March 29, 1927, in Oshkosh, WI. She was an active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mary also was a proud member of the Ladies Altar Society, S.A.L.T. (Seniors and Lawmen Together) and UWO Alumni Association....

Patrick Ruedinger

Patrick Ruedinger

Jun 13, 2026

Patrick J. Ruedinger, 75, passed away on June 13, 2026. He was born to parents, Aloys and Ellen (Himmler) Ruedinger on May 7, 1951, in Oshkosh, WI.

Pat loved entertaining family and friends at his house. His love for family was a large part of his life, from playing sheepshead with his sons, to spending time with the grandchildren. He was...

Millie Neubauer

Millie Neubauer

Jun 13, 2026

Mildred “Millie” Neubauer, 74, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on June 13, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. She was born on August 28, 1951, to parents, Walter and Anna (Dahlke) Neubauer in Berlin, WI. Millie loved to spend time with her family and her dogs. In her youth she played as a catcher for a local softball...

Roberta Kerr Sohr

Roberta Kerr Sohr

Jun 1, 2026

Roberta “Bobbie” Kerr Sohr, age 92, passed away on June 1, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. She was born on December 17, 1933, to parents, Hassell and Stella (Kerr) Vaughn. One of three children. After high school, Bobbie continued her education at UW- Stevens Point and obtained a Bachelor of Education. On April 20, 1957, she married the love of her...

Kathy J. Griswold

Kathy J. Griswold

May 22, 2026

Kathy Jean (Cartwright) Griswold, age 76, passed away on May 22, 2026, in Appleton, WI. She was born on July 30, 1949, to parents, Ronald Cartwright Sr. and Dorothy (Jury) Cartwright. One of five children. She graduated from Oshkosh High School (Class of ’67) and went on to marry Earl Griswold, on September 7, 1973. Together, they raised her son,...

Joan Schultz

Joan Schultz

May 8, 2026

Joan M. “Mickey” (Siebold) Schultz, age 80, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin surrounded by her family. She was born on July 30, 1945, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin to Jacob and Lucille (Kenfield) Siebold. Joan graduated from Oshkosh High School with the Class of 1963. She pursued a career in cosmetology and worked as a hairdresser for...

Cooper McBride

Cooper McBride

May 1, 2026

Cooper “Coop Dawg” Douglas McBride, age 5, passed away on the morning of May 1, 2026. He was born on June 24, 2020, to parents, Kevin Joseph McBride and Kayla Lynn (Tyson) McBride, and brother Finley, in Wisconsin. Our little superhero, the light in darkness always brought us love, joy, laughter with a side of spunk. He also loved playing...

Michael David Wiatrowski

Michael David Wiatrowski

May 1, 2026

Michael D. Wiatrowski, 55, died at Ascension Hospital on May 1, 2026. He was born in Oshkosh to David and Muriel Wiatrowski and spent his life here. While in high school, Mike developed love of cooking and soon had the keys to Mr. Steak to open and close. After culinary school at Fox Valley Tech., he spent the next fourteen...

August Helgerson

August Helgerson

Apr 2, 2026

At “almost 94” years old, August Marcelius Helgerson (Augie), of Oshkosh, WI, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Augie was born April 28,1932 in Charleston West Virginia to August Helgerson Sr. and Mildred (Hodges) Helgerson. In his youth, the family moved often before settling in Chippewa Falls. After graduation from Chippewa Falls High School in 1949, Augie continued his...

Rodney Dale Measure

Rodney Dale Measure

Mar 31, 2026

Rodney Measure found peace on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Evergreen Hospice. Rod was born on February 12th, 1946, in Oshkosh. He attended St. Peters Grade School where he enjoyed playing basketball. He graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1964. As a young man he worked at Measure’s Meat Market, his father’s business. In 1966-1968 he served in the US...

David Wayne Early

David Wayne Early

Mar 10, 2026

David Wayne Early passed away on March 10, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI, surrounded by family. He was born on September 14, 1951, in Abilene, TX, to parents, Audrey and Jannie (Petty) Early. David was raised mainly in Coahoma, TX then most of his adult life was spent in Big Spring. He married the love of his life, Karin Christenson in...

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...

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