Obituaries

Kinnard Funeral & Cremation Services Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Algoma, Casco, & Kewaunee, WI areas

Glenn K Teske

Glenn K Teske

Jun 2, 2026

Glenn K. Teske, 80, Kewaunee, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. He was born in Kewaunee, WI on August 9, 1945, to the late Orme and Irene Teske. He was a 1963 graduate of Kewaunee High School. Glenn married Annette Kaye on April 27, 1968, at Immanuel Lutheran Church.

Glenn served in the United States Army and Army Reserves...

Aaron J. Evans

Aaron J. Evans

May 30, 2026

The Reverend Aaron Jay Evans, 49, of Algoma, WI died peacefully on May 30, 2026, after a year and a half spent fighting cancer at Unity Hospice in DePere, WI. Destined for service to God, Aaron's mother prayed 1 Samuel for God to send her a child that she could give back to God. Aaron was adopted by Robbie Jay Evans...

Kevin B. Clarke

Kevin B. Clarke

May 28, 2026

Kevin B. Clarke, 80, Kewaunee, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday, May 28, 2026. He was born in Perth, Western Australia on March 14, 1946, to the late Bernard and Greta Clarke. He married Rosemary Huettl on February 6, 1976, in Perth, Western Australia.

Kevin worked for the Bank of New South Wales in Perth, Western...

David L. Gruber

David L. Gruber

May 28, 2026

David (Dave) Lee Gruber, 85 years young, passed peacefully on May 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born to Mary (Wergin) and Anthony Gruber on March 7, 1941, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is preceded in death by his mother, father, and brother James. He is survived by his wife Betty; children Laurie (Frank), Jon (Andrea) and Stefanie...

Deanna H. Naze

Deanna H. Naze

May 27, 2026

Deanna H. Naze, 87, Algoma, passed away peacefully at Aurora BayCare Medical Center on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, with her family by her side. She was born December 4, 1938, in the Town of Pierce, to the late Wilbert and Frances (Huck) Walter. Deanna was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Deanna married Wayne Naze on November 5, 1960, at...

Melissa S. Salb

Melissa S. Salb

May 26, 2026

Melissa S. Salb, Kewaunee, unexpectedly passed away on May 26, 2026.

Melissa was born in Milwaukee, WI to the late James and Lorie Salb.

Melissa had a contagious smile, she loved animals and visiting with her family and friends. In the past Melissa worked at East Shore Industries where she enjoyed making hammocks and mops, and visiting with friends.

Melissa is survived by...

Marie A. Vlies

Marie A. Vlies

May 23, 2026

Marie A. Vlies, 97, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026. Born on February 5, 1929, to the late Alex and Malvina (Chaudoir) Parins. Marie graced our lives with her warmth, kindness, and unforgettable spirit. Marie married the love of her life, Joseph F. Vlies Jr., on September 24, 1946, he preceded her in death in June of 1984. She...

Gail B. Kinjerski

Gail B. Kinjerski

May 23, 2026

Gail B. Kinjerski, 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, May 23, 2026, at home surrounded by the love of her family. A woman of strength, warmth, beauty, and unwavering spirit, Gail leaves behind a legacy rooted in family, hard work, resilience, and love.

Gail was born on October 12, 1938, in Pilsen to Jacob and Mildred (Libal) Gasche. From a very...

Dale L. "Doc" Ferron

Dale L. "Doc" Ferron

May 23, 2026

Dale Louis Ferron, 76, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on May 23, 2026. Dale was born on March 16, 1950, in Algoma, Wisconsin, to the late Louis and Orpha (Cornette) Ferron. Dale spent most of his life in Casco. He graduated as the first class from Luxemburg-Casco High School in 1968 and went on to serve his...

Helen M. Clinton

Helen M. Clinton

May 10, 2026

Helen Mae Clinton, 95, passed away peacefully Sunday May 10th, 2026. She was born on January 14th, 1931, in Sparta Wisconsin. Helen was the only child of Henry and Grace Kenyon, her loving and devoted parents. Always a hard worker, Helen babysat, cleaned homes, and helped at home. She spent her days reading, playing quietly, and dreaming of becoming a...

Cecelia M. Franks

Cecelia M. Franks

May 9, 2026

Cecelia May Franks, affectionately known as "Dolly." 70, born on May 4, 1956, in the bustling city of Chicago, IL, to the late Richard and Cecelia (Rumzis) Franks. Dolly brought light and laughter to the lives of those around her until her peaceful passing on Saturday, May 9, 2026.

Dolly was raised in Chicago along with her twin brother Richard, where...

Jesse Morales Hernandez

Jesse Morales Hernandez

May 9, 2026

Jesse Morales Hernandez, 22, Kewaunee, passed away unexpectedly along with his girlfriend, Mary Elliot, on Saturday, May 9, 2026, due to a motorcycle accident. He was born February 21, 2004, to Crystal Ellis and Epifanio Morales Hernandez. 

Jesse was a free spirit and loved life, family, and friends who he considered family. Hanging out with them was very important to him. Jesse...

Jeanette L. Brusda

Jeanette L. Brusda

May 9, 2026

Jeanette L. Brusda, age 97, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2026. She was born on July 23, 1928, and lived a long full life defined by faith, family, and quiet strength. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Family was the center of her world, and she took pride in caring for her loved ones and preserving...

Arlene G. Deprey

Arlene G. Deprey

May 9, 2026

Arlene G. Deprey, 93, Casco, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 9, 2026. She was born in Red River on August 26, 1932, to the late Frank and Mary (Ferron) DeGrave. She married Donald Deprey on June 13, 1950, at St. Peter Catholic Church, Lincoln. Donald preceded her in death on January 1, 1994.

Arlene enjoyed the simple pleasures in life and enjoyed the time...

Wayne Paul Heuer

Wayne Paul Heuer

Apr 30, 2026

Wayne P. Heuer, 86, Kewaunee, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Kewaunee with his family by his side. He was born November 26, 1939, to the late Orland and Gertrude (Zimmerman) Heuer. Wayne was a 1957 graduate of Algoma High School. Wayne served his country in the United States Army, on active duty, the National Guard, and...

Fay M. Ferron

Fay M. Ferron

Apr 29, 2026

Fay Mary Ferron, 93, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and teacher, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, surrounded by the love and care of her family. Born on October 8, 1932, to the late Richard and Eva (Vandertie) Fett. Fay filled her life with beauty and purpose, nurturing both her flowering gardens and the minds of her students...

Clara Engebose

Clara Engebose

Apr 29, 2026

Clara (BuhrEngebose, 97, Casco, went to her eternal rest on April 29, 2026. She was born in the Town of Lincoln on October 21, 1928, to the late Peter and Louise (DeBauche) Buhr. She married Harvey Engebose on September 14, 1948, at St. Peter Catholic Church in Lincoln and farmed the Buhr homestead until their retirement. She was a member...

Priscilla A. Fontaine

Priscilla A. Fontaine

Apr 27, 2026

Priscilla A. Fontaine, 85, Kewaunee, passed away at home on Monday April 27, 2026. She was born in Maplewood, WI, on November 19, 1940, to the late Henry J. and Ethel L. (Sperber) Baumann. She married Kenneth Fontaine on July 19, 1960, at Reese Airforce Base in Lubbock, TX.

Priscilla always enjoyed gardening, growing grapes to make wine, and being on...

Donna Kotyza

Donna Kotyza

Apr 26, 2026

Donna Kotyza (Jirtle), age 97, formerly of Kewaunee, died peacefully on April 26, 2026, with her daughter and daughter-in-law by her side at Hamilton Health Services of Two Rivers. She was born on July 20, 1928, to the late Lee and Myrtle (Kuehl) Jirtle, and grew up in Kewaunee, Wisconsin, where she attended and graduated from Kewaunee High School in...

Thomas "Owl" Swagel

Thomas "Owl" Swagel

Apr 26, 2026

Thomas P. "Owl" Swagel, 68, Kewaunee, passed away Sunday, April 26, 2026. He was born in Green Bay on January 14, 1958, to the late John A. and Frances (Seidl) Swagel. He married Mary Wavrunek on July 1, 2000, at St. Therese Parish, Pilsen.

Tom worked the Hamachek Company and later at Vollrath. Tom was an avid fan of all Wisconsin...