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Norman J. Waupoose Sr.

Norman Joseph Waupoose, Sr., 73, of Neopit, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2013, at his home surrounded by his family. Born on June 17, 1940, in Keshena, he was the son of the late Albert and Muriel (Fish) Waupoose Sr. On April 11, 1966, he was united in marriage to Mary M. “Cook” Brooks in Gresham. She preceded him in death on March 11, 2008.
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Shawano Police Department Oct. 29 Police logged 21 incidents, including the following: Juvenile — Police logged five truancy complaints from Shawano Community Middle School, 1050 S.
Group to tout casino jobs creation
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Shawano Police Department Oct.
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