All Obituaries

Rita M. (Linsmeier) Brochtrup, age 85, of Manitowoc, passed away early Thursday morning, June 1, 2023 at her residence with her loving family at her side. Rita was born on March 6, 1938 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Frank and Frances (Buresch) Wilhelm. She attended the Marquette School and St. Patrick’s Catholic High School for two years both in Maple Grove. On August 20, 1960 Rita married Christopher J. Linsmeier at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Maple Grove. He preceded her in...

Lloyd John Rohr, age 78 of Manitowoc went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday May 29, 2023 at the Sharon S. Richardson Hospice, Sheboygan Falls with his loving family at his side. Lloyd was born on October 11, 1944 in Two Rivers to the late Lorraine (Kelliher) and Lewellyn Rohr. He attended St. Luke’s Catholic School, where he discovered his passion for music while performing at a talent show in the 4th grade. Although he was a bit reluctant to perform, he later said “it...

Linda J. Kruck, age 67 of Two Rivers passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023 at the Sharon S. Richardson Hospice in Sheboygan Falls, with her loving family at her side following a year-long battle with cancer. The former Linda Klabunde was born on November 18, 1955 in Two Rivers, daughter of the late William and Joyce (Sincoular) Klabunde. She was a 1974 graduate of Two Rivers Washington High School. On July 1, 1995 Linda married Brian T. Kruck at Two Rivers. The couple both worked at Hamilton...

Anne C. Behrmann, age 79, of Manitowoc passed away early Friday Morning, May 26, 2023 at River's Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center in Manitowoc. Anne was born on October 27, 1943 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph J. and Viola A. (Stangel) Zimmer. She attended local area schools and graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School. Over the years Anne worked as a caregiver at HomeCare Health Services. Anne was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. She was a social...

Our dear mother RoseAnn Lutzke, 83 of Manitowoc, passed away peacefully surrounded by her five children after a short courageous battle with cancer.  RoseAnn was born October 10, 1939, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and Lorena (Riesterer) Schnell. She was a graduate of St. Gregory’s High School.  On September 3, 1960, she married her high school sweetheart, Verlin Lutzke who preceded her in death on March 26, 2011. She was blessed to be able to attend a wonderful...

James J. Weiss, age 56 of Manitowoc, passed away at his home on May 23,2023, after a lingering illness. James Weiss was born March 19, 1967, in Manitowoc, son of Helen Rehm and the late James G. Weiss. He worked for the Aluminum Foundry for many years. He was an avid Packer fan and loved his dog Zues. He is survived by his son: Brandon (Sarah) Weiss, Mishicot; mother: Helen Weiss, Manitowoc; sister and brother-in-law: Charlene (Robert) Kautzer Jr., Cato; nieces and nephews: Brooke (Scott)...

Harry A. Kupsh, age 95, of Kellnersville passed away Monday evening May 22, 2023, at the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice in Sheboygan Falls surrounded by his loving family following a brief battle with cancer. Harry was born on January 17, 1928 in the town of Franklin, son of the late Michael and Anna (Kopidlansky) Kupsh. He attended the Grassy Knoll Grade School. Harry married the former Dolores E. Grall on May 8, 1948 in Manitowoc. The couple celebrated 72 years of marriage. The...

Lawrence “Larry” L. Jaros, 78, of Valders passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023 at his home. Larry was born on August 6, 1944 in Chicago, IL to Walter H. and Genevieve (Golat) Jaros. On April 15, 1978, he married the former Suzanne Gendreau. Larry is survived by his wife: Sue; children: Josh (Felisha) Jaros, and Theresa (Zack) Michels; grandchildren: Will, Mia, George, Bryson, Baylor, Bennett, Camden, and Easton; brother: Wally (Chris) Jaros; and sister: Cathy (Mike) Novak. He...

Christopher S. Walker, age 52 of Manitowoc passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at Froedtert Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Chris was born on November 19, 1970, in Palm Springs, CA, son of the late Michael and Carol (Ireland) Luce. He grew up in California and became a member of the United States Army. On May 7, 1997, Chris married Marcia K. Driedric in Manitowoc. The couple has made their home in Manitowoc since the time of marriage. Chris was a graphic...

Sharon Ann Wojta, 84, Two Rivers, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at The Court at Felician Village. Sharon Ann was born April 28, 1939 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Hubert B. and Ethel R. (Shaden) Simono.  She attended Saint Luke’s School and Washington High School, Two Rivers, where she enjoyed Polliwogs and Art, graduating with the class of 1957.  After graduation, Sharon attended the Layton School of Fine Arts in Milwaukee.  On February 6, 1960, she...