Michael “Mike” James Simon passed away at his home on Sunday, June 2, 2024. He was born at St. Joseph’s Hospital in West Bend on April 22, 1974, to Lester and Shirley (nee Sauer) Simon. He graduated from WSVH in Janesville in 1995. Mike might have been visually impaired and mentally challenged, but had a very active life. He was one of the first students to attend the Early Childhood Class at Campbellsport Elementary School. He attended the Wisconsin School for the Visually Handicapped (WSVH) in Janesville from 1980-1995. While at school, he was a member of the 4-H Clubs in Janesville and Campbellsport. He also enjoyed the Summer Enrichment Programs activities during the summer in Campbellsport. Under the instruction of Sr. Ruth Ann of Fond du Lac, he received his First Communion and Confirmation at St. Matthew’s Church, where he was a member and attended Mass regularly. He attended the ARC of Fond du Lac for many years until he started working at Brooks Ind. full-time. He worked at Brooks Ind. since 1989 until the present time. Mike had the best of both worlds. He was in the activity room and got to work out on the work floor whenever there was a job for him to do. During the summer, Mike went horseback riding at Reins Therapeutic Horseback Riding Program in Sheboygan County from 1985 to the present. His favorite part was when he got to “Trot.” He also attended Badger Camp for a few years, but his favorite place to go in the summer was the WI Lions Camp at Rosholt, first as a kid camper starting in 1980 and then he got to go back to the Adult Camp in 1998 with a sighted guide (mom) until the present. But Mike’s favorite all year-round activities were with his friends at Champions. He did bowling, bocce ball, baseball, putt putt golf, track and field, birthday bingo, dancing, Bible Study, and Guy’s Night Out, just to mention a few. Mike enjoyed attending and listening to the Brewers, Timber Rattlers, Dock Spiders, and nephew, Jack’s, baseball games “Charge,” and Packers games. Mike also took walks and bike rides with mom around town in the evenings. Also he took walks on the beach and sat around the campfire visiting with the camp hosts at Mauthe Lake. Mike was never without his Match Box Car. Mike is survived by his mom and dad, Shirley and Lester; brothers, Thomas (Stacy) and Jeffrey (Emilee); sister, Lisa (Brian) Arneson; nieces and nephews, Abigail, Hunter, Aiden, Joel, Jack, Sicily, Lorelai, and Adaline; also uncles and aunts, Dan and Sue Sauer, James Simon, Dale and Shelly Simon, Ken and Lauri Simon, Paul and Jane Simon, and Steve and Ronda Simon; and many cousins, and friends. Mike was preceded in death by his sister, Jessica Simon Abnet; grandparents, Florence and Linus Simon, Clarence and Martha Sauer; uncle, Fr. John Simon; and aunt, Marie, and uncle, David Sauer. Visitation will be Sunday, June 9, from 1 p.m. until the time of Mass at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, 406 E. Main St., Campbellsport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Sunday, June 9, at 4 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church. Rev. Mark Jones will officiate, and burial will be in St. Kilian Cemetery, St. Kilian. A special thank you to Fr. Mark Jones and the Campbellsport Rescue Squad. Mike may have been blind in this world, but now he gets to see God and all His Glory. Twohig Funeral Home has been entrusted with Mike’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book can be found at www.twohigfunerals.com.

Nancy J. Nolte-Ermer, 80, of Campbellsport, formerly of Fillmore, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at Serenity Villa in Campbellsport, with her family at her side. Nancy Nolte entered the world on November 10, 1943, in Milwaukee, born to her parents, the late Harry and Mary Nolte. Her heart was full of love for her family, especially her grandchildren. She took pleasure in her garden’s blooms and the company of birds on her travels. A master in the kitchen, Nancy was renowned for her signature dish: a succulent round steak with fluffy mashed potatoes, all topped with her signature, rich homemade gravy. She will be deeply missed by her family and everyone who knew her. Those Nancy leaves behind to cherish her memory include four children, Russell (Wendy) Ermer, Daniel (Amy) Ermer, Lee (Kaye) Ermer, and Lisa Ermer; her grandchildren, Joshua (Kayla) Ermer, Brandon (Candice) Ermer, Dylan Ermer (Olivia Strutz), Daniel Jr. “DJ” (Paige) Ermer, Jacob (Montana) Ermer, Carlin Ermer, Jed Ermer, Tesa Ermer, Zachary Steinhaus, and Lia Steinhaus; great-grandchildren, Levi, Reed, Kenadee, Addisyn, Waylon, Tinleigh, Clyde, Eleanore, Aubree, Madelyn, Walker, and Watson; her brother, Lanier (Gail) Nolte; and former husband, Harold “Rocky” Ermer; other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Susan “Sue” Nolte. CELEBRATION OF LIFE: A celebration of life for Nancy will be held on June 29, 2024, at 3 p.m. at St. Martin’s United Church of Christ, (592 County Road H, Fredonia) with Pastor Dan Noennig officiating.

David J. Murphy, 74, of rural Cascade (Chinatown) passed away Monday, May 27, 2024, at SSM St. Agnes Hospital Fond du Lac. He was born in Milwaukee on June 4, 1949, the son of Francis and Maybelle (nee Corbett) Murphy. Dave graduated from John Marshall High School in Milwaukee and served in the U.S. Navy from 1969 to 1972 during the Vietnam War. On October 26, 1985, Dave was united in marriage to Beverly Raether at St. Michael’s Church in the Town of Mitchell. Dave worked as an assembler at Giddings and Lewis in Fond du Lac until retirement. Dave was known as the mayor of Chinatown, a member of the Long Lake Preservation Assoc., the Dundee Sportsman Club, and Crooked Trails Snowmobile Club. Dave was always there if you needed help with anything. He had a great sense of humor and loved to be out on his pontoon. Dave was an avid hunter, liked being outdoors in nature, and taking trips up North and to Upper Michigan snowmobiling. Dave enjoyed trips to Ireland and Mexico with a wonderful group of friends. He would not change a thing in his life as he lived a good life and had many good times. Survivors include his beloved wife, Bev; stepson, Glenn Anderson of Sheboygan; brother, Richard Murphy of Milwaukee; other relatives, and many friends. Visitation for Dave will be Wednesday, June 5, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a Memorial Service following at 1 p.m. at the Twohig Funeral Home, 109 W. Main St., Campbellsport. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Eden, with Military Honors. Dave’s family extends a special thank you to Dr. James Roth and his wonderful staff and all the nurses on 6 South at SSM Health for being so caring. “You were terrific.” Twohig Funeral Home has been entrusted with Dave’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book can be found at www.twohigfunerals.com.