Obituaries 14 April 2025

Gary ‘Kelly’ Steffens Sr.

Gary “Kelly” Steffens Sr., born March 14, 1938, passed away peacefully at the age of 87 on Friday, April 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Judy (Rosenberg) Steffens; daughter, Sandy (Steffens) Finegan; parents; in-laws; brother; brothers-in-law; sister-in-law; nieces and nephews. He is survived by his children, Fonda Fischer (Scott), Kelli Lax (Kory), Gary Steffens (Carole), Matt Steffens
14 April 2025
Rec center closing set for May 17
It’s full steam ahead for the Shawano Recreation Center’s renovation plans. Matt Hendricks, the city’s parks, recreation and special project director, said the center will officially close to the public May 17. At that time, they’ll prepare to turn the site over to 8Pine Inc., the construction company that will transform the building and site into a more modern facility. “Saturday, May 17, is our last day open to the public,” Hendricks said.
14 April 2025
Oconto County 4-H educator earns award
Aimee Elkins, Marinette and Oconto County 4-H youth development educator, UW-Extension, received the Achievement in Service Award from the Wisconsin Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals at its annual conference April 3 in Green Bay. The award recognizes excellence in positive youth development programming contributions to the profession for educators in years 3-7 of their career, with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, D
14 April 2025
Cross traveling in Gillett on Good Friday
The Gillett-Suring Clergy Association will be hosting a cross walk on Good Friday, April 18. The community is welcome to join local pastors as they begin the journey at noon at Gillett Secondary School, 208 W. Main St., Gillett.
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