All Obituaries

Maryann Liebe-Jorgensen  Maryann departed her earthly body on May 20, 2022.  She was surrounded and held by her children and eldest grandson, while listening to The Beatles, after a very short, but valiant battle with cancer.  Maryann Liebe was born July 23, 1951 to Jerome and Ihla (nee Olson) Liebe in Iola, Wisconsin. As the sixth of eight children, Maryann spent her childhood on the family farm settled by her Norwegian immigrant ancestors. Hard work from an early age was a...

Of the Wisconsin Veterans Home, age 78, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022.  He was born in Racine on January 21, 1944 to the late John and Delores (Wilson) Czakowski. John was a veteran of the US Army.  Burial will be in the Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in King.

Of New London, age 76, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at home. Per Gerri's request no services will be held.

Joel H. Johnson, age 89, of Amherst Junction, passed away peacefully at home, with family at his side, on Wednesday, May 11, 2022. He was born in Waupaca on April 30, 1933 to Clarence and Evelyn (Jorgenson) Johnson. On March 22, 1958, he was united in marriage to Theresa Garski. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1952-1956. He thoroughly enjoyed his job with the Soo Line Rail Road, eventually retiring as an assistant foreman. His grandchildren brought him much joy and he loved to spend...

Marilyn Fay (Luer) Heleniak, age 90, passed peacefully at the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King, WI, with her nephew, Mark, at her side. Marilyn was born March 7, 1932 in Eau Claire, WI, to Kenneth and Alta Luer. She grew up in Eau Claire and was a graduate from Memorial High School. She was employed by Wisconsin Bell and later AT&T as the Supervisor over telephone operators. It was there that she met her husband, Richard "Dick" Roman Heleniak, fell in love and married on...

Of New London, age 81, passed away on Monday, May 2, 2022.  She was born in Waupaca County on December 5, 1940 to the late Albert and Leola (Wegener) Fietzer.  On July 12, 1964 she married Vilas Reinert, he preceded her in death on November 9, 2001. Carol enjoyed gardening, her grandchildren, playing cards and shaking dice and her Boston Terriers.  She will be sadly missed by her children: Lori (Greg) Genske, David (special friend, Elaine) Reinert and Edward (special friend,...

William Bruce Nowak, age 65, of Ogdensburg, passed away on Friday, April 29, 2022 at Manawa Community Nursing Center. He was born in Ogdensburg on January 14, 1957 to the late Walter and Elaine (Hanneman) Nowak. He was raised on his family dairy farm and continued farming until his retirement. Bill enjoyed playing cards, cutting wood, tinkering around the farm and watching NASCAR races on TV. He will be missed by his children: Bonnie (Andy) Shie and Kristin (Nick) Trautner, grandchildren:...

Richard L. Obermeier, of Wisconsin Rapids, formerly of Waupaca, passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at Our House Senior Living in Wisconsin Rapids. He was born in Stratford, WI on November 22, 1937 to William and Gen (Schripke) Obermeier. A firm believer in God, Country and Family, he dedicated 10 years to the U.S. Air Force, serving from 1955 until his honorable discharge in 1965. On June 5, 1976, he was united in marriage to Priscilla Tobler and they were blessed with six children. She...

Of Waupaca, age 83, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2022.  She was born in Waupaca on July 18, 1938 to the late Glen and Doris (Taylor) Mack. She lived and raised her family in Muskego, moving back to Waupaca in the early 1990’s.  Mary Jane was a wonderful mom and great cook, who made all the holidays and birthdays special.  She cared for 14 foster babies and was always available for anyone in need.  She will be missed by her children: John (Danny); Jeff, Jim and...

Linda L. Kasten, of Waupaca, age 77, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2022.  She was born in Illinois on July 13, 1944 to the late Perry and Joanne (Davis) Smith.  Linda is survived by her son, Bryan (Pamela) Belcher, three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was a wonderful mother and will be dearly missed.