Obituaries
Local Obituaries
David V. Hartwig
Jul 13, 2026
David V. Hartwig, 89, of Two Rivers, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026.
David was born on August 25, 1936, in Cecil, Wisconsin, to Emil and Dora Hartwig.
He proudly served his country in the United States Army before returning home to build a life centered on family, hard work, and serving his community.
On May 9, 1970, David married the love...
Eugene "Gene" Bloedorn
Jul 5, 2026
Eugene F. "Gene" Bloedorn, age 87 of Two Rivers, passed away peacefully Sunday evening, July 5, 2026 at St. Mary's Home in Manitowoc.
Gene was born in Brillion, WI on March 10, 1939 to Vera Bloedorn. He was a 1957 graduate of Brillion High School where he excelled in several sports, then proudly served his country as a member of the...
Richard "Dick" J. Klinkner
Jul 4, 2026
Richard "Dick" J. Klinkner, 75, passed away on July 4, 2026.
Dick was born on April 13, 1951, to Jerry and Delories (Zahorik) Klinkner. On June 24, 1972, he married the love of his life, Nancy L. Wilsmann. Together they shared 54 years of marriage, building a life centered on family, community, hard work, and countless cherished memories.
Dick attended St. Andrew's...
Denelle (Yelmene) Kappelman
Jul 3, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our daughter, Denelle Kappelman, age 36, of Two Rivers, WI, who passed away peacefully at home Friday, July 3, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Denelle was born on August 15, 1989 in Two Rivers to her loving parents Michael and Mary Yelmene. She graduated from Two Rivers High School in...
David Dale Zunker
Jun 28, 2026
David Dale Zunker, 66, of Two Rivers passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 28, 2026. He was born on December 28, 1959 to parents Wayne E. and Patricia A. (Naeser) Zunker. David attended St. John’s Lutheran Elementary School, L.B. Clarke Middle School, and Two Rivers High School.
As a young man, David saw and experienced much of the United States. He...
Keith James Kaufmann
Jun 28, 2026
Keith James Kaufmann had every reason to live—his wife Ann (“his angel”), his four beautiful and competent daughters, his clone sons-in-law, his lively grandchildren, his many relatives, high school friends, neighbors, former colleagues, members of the religious community at St. Peter the Fisherman, . . the list is long. But as Stuart Alsop said, “A dying man has to die...
Audrey J. Shambeau
Jun 16, 2026
Audrey J. Shambeau, age 94, passed peacefully into eternal life late Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at Angelus Senior Living in Manitowoc.
Audrey was born in Two Rivers on April 20, 1932 to Harold and Ruth (Stueck) Meineke. She attended St. John's Lutheran School in Two Rivers and graduated with the class of 1950 from Washington High School. She was united in...
Barbara K. McDonald
Jun 15, 2026
Barbara K. McDonald, age 83, resident of Two Rivers, WI died unexpectedly Monday, June 15, 2026 at her residence.
Barbara was born January 23, 1943 in Jamaica, New York to James and Helen (Crummenauer) Kenny. She was a 1960 graduate of Massapequa High School in New York and later earned her Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts from Regents College New York....
Eileen M. Charles
Jun 6, 2026
Eileen Mary Charles nee Bussiere, aged 75, of Two Rivers, died peacefully on Saturday, June 6, 2026 after several years of declining health and memory.
Eileen was born August 23, 1950 in the town of Flintville, WI to Dorothy and Harold Bussiere, the third of four children.
She graduated from Bay Port High School, Class of 1968 before pursuing work. Shortly thereafter,...
Rev. Edward F. Stelter
Jun 6, 2026
The Rev. Edward Fredrick Stelter was called to his eternal home on June 6, 2026 at the age of 93, after a life of serving his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Edward F. Stelter was born in Clyman, WI on December 16, 1932 to Rev. B J E and Wilhelmine (Burke) Stelter; baptized on January 1, 1933; and confirmed by his...
Crystal (Crys) Romdenne
Jun 5, 2026
Crystal A. "Crys" (Spychalski) Romdenne, age 67, passed away unexpectedly Friday afternoon, June 5, 2026 at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Crystal was born in Two Rivers on August 16, 1958 to Barbara (Blasczyk) Spychalski and the late Eugene E. Spychalski. She attended St. Luke's grade school and graduated from Washington High School in Two Rivers with the class of...
John R. Becker
May 26, 2026
John R. Becker passed away peacefully at 2:40 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26th 2026 at the Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers, Wisconsin. John was born in Two Rivers on September 23, 1932, the son of George and Bernice (Schimmel) Becker.
John grew up in Sheboygan Falls and Two Rivers with fond memories of his times staying and working on the...
Robert G. "Bob" Froelich
May 18, 2026
Robert G. “Bob” Froelich, age 88, passed away on May 18, 2026, surrounded by his family at Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers.
Bob was born on April 23, 1938, to Albert and Regina (Kaster) Froelich in Green Bay, WI.
On July 1, 1967, Bob was united in marriage to Lynne Malfroid at St. Mark’s Catholic Church in Two Rivers. The couple...
Bernice F. Swoboda
May 17, 2026
Bernice F. Swoboda, age 99, lifelong resident of Two Rivers, passed away peacefully Sunday afternoon, May 17, 2026, at Harbor View Assisted Living of Manitowoc.
Bernice was born on August 2, 1926, to Arthur and Beatrice (Bartz) Fanslau. She graduated from St. John's Parochial and Washington High School in Two Rivers.
On June 14, 1949, she was united in marriage to Arthur...
Arlene M. Kolarik
May 14, 2026
Arlene M. Kolarik, age 85, longtime resident of Two Rivers, passed away peacefully early Thursday morning, May 14, 2026 at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc.
Arlene was born in Kewaunee, WI on December 9, 1940 to Raymond and Gladys (Lukes) Bauer, Sr. She graduated from Kewaunee High School with the class of 1958. On September 30, 1961 she married Joseph A. Kolarik...
Barb Cape
Apr 24, 2026
Barb Cape, age 65, died unexpectedly on April 24th, 2026.
She was born in Manitowoc to the late William and Margie (Glaeser) Cape on November 22, 1960.
Barb was an amazing mother. Her sharp wit and sardonic humor will be missed.
She is survived by her older brother, Mike and her only daughter, Jaird Cape.
There will be no funeral services. Online condolences may...
Jo Ann (Popelar) M. Daley
Apr 24, 2026
Jo Ann Daley (nee Popelar), passed away Friday, April 24th at Oak Park Place Memory Care Home. She was 72 years old. She passed to her eternal life in the arms and care of her husband, Richard Daley after a sudden strickening event.
Jo Ann was born Jo Ann Mary Popelar in Manitowoc County, village of Kellnersville to a dairy farming...
Sue Ann Hodas
Apr 23, 2026
Sue A. Hodas, age 64 of Manitowoc, passed away unexpectedly Thursday evening, April 23, 2026 at the North Ridge Health & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.
Sue was born in Manitowoc on October 18, 1961 to JoAnn (Brockhoff) Hodas. She was a 1980 graduate of Roncalli High School, then furthered her education at Lakeshore Technical College where she earned an associate degree. Sue...
Doris Rose Glesner
Apr 10, 2026
Doris Rose Glesner, age 94, longtime resident of Two Rivers, passed away Friday afternoon, April 10, 2026 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center in Manitowoc.
Doris was born in Mishicot on November 5, 1931 to Charles and Mary (Spitzelberger) Huss. She attended Holy Cross Catholic School and graduated from Mishicot High School with the class of 1950. She then furthered her...
Kay L. Siudzinski
Apr 5, 2026
Kay Siudzinski, age 53, resident of Kewaunee, passed away peacefully Sunday evening, April 5, 2026 at River's Bend Health Services of Manitowoc, after a lengthy battle with cancer.
Kay was born in Two Rivers on October 23, 1972 to Raymond and Doris (Loritz) Siudzinski. She graduated with the class of 1990 from Washington High School, then furthered her education at Silver...
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