Pfeffer Funeral Home Obituaries

Francis J. Denor, age 97, formerly of Manitowoc passed away on Friday, January 21, 2022 at the Shorehaven Retirement Community in Oconomowoc. Francis was born on April 27, 1924 in Manitowoc, son of the late Frank and Marie (Dugan) Denor. He grew up in Manitowoc and was a 1942 graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School. On April 23, 1943 Francis became a member of the Army Air Corp, serving during WWII and was honorably discharged on February 16, 1946. On September 7, 1946 Francis married the...

Sue M. Williams-Dupont, age 68, a Manitowoc resident passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022 at The Bay at North Ridge Health and Rehab Center. Sue was born on March 24, 1953 in Green Bay, daughter of the late Lloyd and Bernice (Vincent) Williams. She graduated from Preble High School with the class of 1971 and attended NWTC. Sue was a switchboard operator at Aurora BayCare since they opened until her retirement in 2018. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, arts and crafts, adult coloring books and...

Richard “Dick” D. Brunner, age 84 of Newton passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at his home. Dick was born on January 31, 1937 to the late David and Agnes (Kalista) Brunner. He married Paula Ziarnik on April 12, 1958 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on February 15, 2012. Dick owned/operated Wetenkamp & Brunner Excavating for most of his career. Dick was well known as an excellent excavator. He was an avid train enthusiast and...

Elroy E. Krueger, age 73, a Newton resident passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at his home with his loving family at his side. Elroy was born on June 18, 1948 to the late Ervin & Ovella (Bosma) Krueger. He served in the United States Army. On September 27, 1969, Elroy married Joan Berg at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. He was employed with Manitowoc Engineering for 42 years until his retirement in 2010. Survivors include his wife: Joan (Berg) Krueger, Newton; two daughters: Sherri...

Rosemary V. Holschbach, age 93, a resident of Felician Village for the past 11 years, passed away on Monday evening, January 17, 2022 at St. Mary’s of Felician Village, Manitowoc. Rosemary was born on November 26, 1928 in Kiel, WI, daughter of the late John and Isabelle (Watry) Schmit. She was a graduate of Mishicot High School with the class of 1946. On May 20, 1950 she married John Holschbach at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Francis Creek. He preceded her in death on December...

Joanne Rebecca Harlin “Becky” 61, unexpectedly left this world in the early morning hours of January 15th, 2022. Joanne was born of Osage heritage on August 27th, 1960 in Miami, FL. Raised in southern Florida her childhood was filled with many beach adventures and sunshine. She graduated from Miami Norland Senior High School in 1979. Participating in many clubs such as yearbook, Valkyrie, HERO, Valhalla, and Humanities club. Described as an animal and nature lover, a caring and...

Tyler J. Seefledt, age 30, a Manitowoc resident, passed away at his home on Thursday, January 13, 2022. Tyler was born on May 7, 1991 in Manitowoc, son of Christopher Seefeldt and Carrie Windus. He was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School. Tyler enjoyed gaming, whether on the computer or on a console, and was very smart with technology. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, especially his son. Tyler had been through a lot in his short life, but always had a kind soul....

Joseph "Joe New York" D. Markovics, age 87, a Manitowoc resident, passed away early Wednesday morning, January 12, 2022, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Joe was born on May 22, 1934 in Cleveland, OH, son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Plaush) Markovics. He attended St. Wendelin Catholic School in Cleveland, OH. The family moved to Utica, NY in 1948 and Joe continued his education at St. Francis de Sales and Utica Free Academy. After school he served in the...

James B. Thomas, Sr., age 76, a Manitowoc resident, passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. James was born on October 10, 1945, in Lancaster, England, son of the late Clayton and Martha (Vernon) Thomas.  He graduated from Washington High School in Two Rivers. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served in Vietnam from 1967-1969. On June 20, 1970, he married Kathleen A. Naidl at St. Mary’s Catholic...

Wendy J. King-Carpenter, age 59, of Manitowoc, passed away unexpectedly Monday, January 10, 2022.   She was born in La Crosse, WI, daughter of the late Jean and Shirley Musial-King.  She was a bartender for many years at the family owned Tower Tavern, and also was employed at Chermake Sausage Company.  Wendy enjoyed watching her favorite team, the Green Bay Packers, and NASCAR races.  Wendy also loved to conversate, whether it was a friend at home or...