Obituaries

Kinnard Funeral & Cremation Services Obituaries

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

Brandon William Bliske

Brandon William Bliske

Jan 7, 2021

At age 33 my dear son, Brandon William Bliske,  left us so suddenly on January 7, 2021.  Without having the chance to say it is ok I will see you and be together again one day.  Brandon was born in Green Bay on July 13, 1987 to Brian and Carrie (Kust). While growing up and graduating from Kewaunee High...

Robert P. Schleis

Robert P. Schleis

Jan 5, 2021

Robert P. Schleis, age 71, founder of Bob’s Auto Parts, Kewaunee, died January 5, 2021 due to complications in his fight against cancer, surrounded by his loving wife and children. Bob married Diane Bolle, his “darling bride” of 50 years on September 26, 1970. They have 4 children: Shelly (John) Mellenberger, Shawn, Rob (Ashley), Autumn, and six grandchildren: Trevor,...

Harvey F. Paul

Harvey F. Paul

Jan 3, 2021

Harvey Paul entered eternal life on 1-3-21 at the age of 88. He was born in Algoma WI to the late Arthur and Elsie Paul on 2-5-32. He graduated Casco High in 1951, during high school he excelled in boxing and football.

During the Korean War he enlisted in the Coast Guard, he was stationed...

Lynn (Palazzo)  Conard

Lynn (Palazzo) Conard

Dec 31, 2020

Lynn Michele Catherine (Palazzo) Conard , 66, of Algoma, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 31st, 2020 at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay after a short illness.  She was born in Akron, Ohio on May 11th, 1954 to the late Harry Myles and Carol Mae (Koss) Palazzo. Lynn found her life partner with Cletus J. Conard,...

Geraldine (Gerry) Elizabeth Tadisch

Geraldine (Gerry) Elizabeth Tadisch

Dec 26, 2020

Geraldine Elizabeth Tadisch, 86, of Kewaunee, passed away, Wednesday, December 26, 2020, at the Kewaunee Health Services.  Gerry was born August 8th, 1934, in Green Bay, to the late Charles H. and Lucille (Bouchonville) Bertrand.  On February 19, 1955, she married Joseph Tadisch at St. Joseph’s Church in Norman, where she made her first Communion, solemn Communion and Confirmation....

Robert (Bob) Cox

Robert (Bob) Cox

Dec 23, 2020

Today, Wednesday December 23, 2020 my best friend and devoted loving husband, Bob Cox went to his Heavenly home to be with his Lord and Savior and a long 90 year journey it has been. He was born on June 9, 1930 to the late Robert and Helen (Scory) Cox.

Bob graduated from Kewaunee High School in...

Lloyd E. Nimmer

Lloyd E. Nimmer

Dec 21, 2020

Lloyd E. Nimmer, 88, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, early Monday morning, December 21, 2020 at Paradise Estates in Kewaunee, WI.  The son of Elmer and Melda (Schartau) Nimmer was born on August 11, 1932 in Kewaunee, WI. Lloyd married Marianne Esther Spietz on July 23, 1961 in Wrightstown, WI at St. John’s Lutheran Church. ...

Anthony A. Dufek

Anthony A. Dufek

Dec 19, 2020

Anthony “Tony” A. Dufek , 81, Casco, WI, passed away on December 19, 2020 with his family by his side at home. He was born on July 13, 1939 to the late Henry and Marie (Wardeck) Dufek. He served in the US Army from 1958 until 1963 as part of an Airborne unit. He married Linda Russell...

Agnes A. (Theys)  Berger

Agnes A. (Theys) Berger

Dec 17, 2020

Agnes “Aggie” Berger, 92, passed away at a local hospital on December 17, 2020. The angels guided her up the staircase to heaven to join her late husband, Lawrence and resume their life-long partnership.

Agnes was born July 3, 1928 to the late Abraham and Adele (Vandervest) Theys. She married Lawrence “Shorty” Berger July 2,...

Constance Mary (Claflin)  Parins

Constance Mary (Claflin) Parins

Dec 11, 2020

Constance “Connie” M. Parins , 77, Luxemburg. Passed away on Friday, December 11, 2020. Connie was born on April 3, 1943 to the late Mearle and Dolores (Paque) Claflin. She married Gerald Parins on June 13, 1964 at Corpus Christi Church in Sturgeon Bay. Connie was a housewife, who enjoyed crocheting, baking, taking care of the grandchildren...

Ruth Ann (Rankin)  Meister

Ruth Ann (Rankin) Meister

Dec 10, 2020

Ruth Ann Meister, 79, Algoma. Passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2020. Ruth was born on June 17, 1941 to the late Charles and Lucy (Jauquet) Rankin. She married Gilbert Meister on June 13, 1959 at St. Mary’s in Algoma. He preceded her in death on May 12, 2019. Ruth was an at-home child care worker. She...

Michael C. Trafka

Michael C. Trafka

Dec 7, 2020

Michael C. Trafka, 76, Pembine, WI, passed away on December 7, 2020 at the Bornemann Senior Communities in Green Bay. He was born on December 18, 1943 to the late Clarence and Helen (Hammer) Trafka. He worked throughout his life for Green Giant and as a maintenance man and was a member of the DC1-Local 77-P Teamsters Union.

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Mildred (Ferron)  Moreau

Mildred (Ferron) Moreau

Dec 6, 2020

Mildred Moreau , 88, Casco, passed away on December 6, 2020 at home surrounded by family. She was born on February 17, 1932 to the late Jule and Signia (Delarwelle) Ferron. On October 27, 1954 she married Mose Moreau at St. Peter Catholic Church - Lincoln. He preceded her in death on October 26, 2013. Together Mose...

Evelyn R. (Perinovic)  Granius-Lindley

Evelyn R. (Perinovic) Granius-Lindley

Dec 6, 2020

Evelyn R. Granius-Lindley , 94 , Algoma. Passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2020. Evelyn was born on March 14, 1926 to the late Mike and Mary (Dordzen) Perinovic. She married Melvin Granius, together Mel and Evy owned and operated Hilltop Grocery in Algoma. After Mel’s passing, she later married Dr. Don Lindley.

Evelyn is...

Jean M. (Kostichka)  Bair

Jean M. (Kostichka) Bair

Dec 6, 2020

Jean Marie Bair , 89, Algoma, passed away on December 6, 2020 at the Algoma Long Term Care Unit with her family at her side. Jean was born on August 24, 1931 to the late Wilfred and Mary (Stangel) Kostichka. She married Francis Bair on July 3, 1954 at St. Mary’s in Algoma. She worked in the...

Joanne Faith Prausa

Joanne Faith Prausa

Dec 2, 2020

Joanne Faith Prausa , Age 79, of Algoma WI passed away at Algoma Long Term Care on Wednesday, December 2, 2020. She was born on March 30, 1941. After graduating school Joanne worked as a baker for her own business. She enjoyed crafts, girls night out with friends, cooking, baking, and spending time with her 3 granddaughters...

Germaine Agatha (Holub)  Blaha

Germaine Agatha (Holub) Blaha

Dec 1, 2020

Germaine Agatha (Holub) Blaha , Age 90, of Algoma WI passed away at Algoma Long Term Care on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. She was loved by her family and will be dearly missed. She was born on February 5, 1930 to the late Matthew and Laura (Bero) Holub. She grew up in Rural Algoma and attended Silver...

Elaine Clare (Engels)  Reinke

Elaine Clare (Engels) Reinke

Nov 27, 2020

Elaine Clare Reinke, age 84 formerly of Kewaunee passed away on Friday, November 27, 2020 in Green Bay.  She was born on December 28, 1935 to the late Robert and Marie (Lawler) Engels. Elaine graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy in 1954.  On November 19, 1960 she married John L. Reinke. Elaine worked at Wisconsin Public Service Corp., farmed,  raised...

David (De-DE) F. Wotachek

David (De-DE) F. Wotachek

Nov 22, 2020

David F. (De-De) Wotachek, age 77, resident of Two Rivers, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 22, 2020, as the result of injuries received in an automobile accident.

David was born in Manitowoc on September 7, 1943 to George and Adela (Schleis)Wotachek.  He attended Sandy Bay Grade School and Kewaunee High School . David grew up on...

Edward N. Jergenson

Edward N. Jergenson

Nov 20, 2020

Edward N. Jergenson, age 74 formerly of Kewaunee died on Friday, November 20, 2020 at his residence of natural causes.  He was born on July 16, 1946 in Kewaunee to the late Edward and Hattie (Karman) Jergenson.

He retired from East Shore Industries after working there for many years.  Ed was a very avid Packer and Brewer...