Local Obituaries
Phillip E. "Phil" Hanson
Oct 27, 2025
Phillip E. “Phil” Hanson, 87, of West Bend, passed away on October 27, 2025, at Kathy Hospice in the town of Polk.
This is a true story, Phil Hanson’s journey began on September 24, 1938, in the river town of LaCrosse, born to Chester and Evelyn (nee Kolbo) Hanson. After graduating high school, he answered the call of duty and served...
Sandra "Sandy" Jean LeMay
Oct 26, 2025
Sandra “Sandy” LeMay (née Lynn)
October 24, 1940 – October 26, 2025
Sandra “Grandma Sandy” LeMay, age 85, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Born and raised in Wisconsin, Sandy spent her entire life surrounded by the people and places she loved most.
Sandy was the beloved wife of Jay LeMay and the cherished mother of Mark Lord, Pam Lord, Cindy...
Nancy A. Zubella
Oct 26, 2025
Nancy A. Zubella, 90, of Lomira, passed away on October 26, 2025, at Hope Senior Living.
She was born on December 5, 1934, in Bessemer, Michigan, the daughter of the late Nicholas Pumala and Martha Ojala, and on December 7, 1974, she was united in marriage to William Zubella.
Nancy enjoyed playing the piano, taking long walks, and was an accomplished quilter....
James "Jim" T. Donner
Oct 25, 2025
James “Jim” T. Donner, age 69 years, of Milwaukee passed away unexpectedly on October 25, 2025, at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa.
Jim was born on July 28, 1956, in Milwaukee to the late Thomas and Donna Donner (Krubsack).
Jim attended Bethany Lutheran Grade School in Milwaukee and graduated from Milwaukee Lutheran High School. He was an avid sports fan. Jim was a...
Frederick "Fred" A. Legate
Oct 24, 2025
Frederick “Fred” A. Legate, 84, was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Lawlis Family Hospice with his family by his side.
Fred was born on March 31, 1941, in Neillsville to the late Robert and Laura (nee Pitts) Legate. Fred was united in marriage to Charlotte Schumacher on October 29, 1960. He spent most...
Jerome "Jerry" William Hansen
Oct 24, 2025
Jerome “Jerry” Hansen April 17, 1939 – October 24, 2025
Jerome “Jerry” Hansen, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025 at the age of 86.
Jerry was born on April 17, 1939, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Willam and Loraine (nee Schober). He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force at Carswell...
Virginia Lee Sehmer
Oct 21, 2025
Virginia “Gini” Lee Sehmer (nee Henderson), 98, was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Gini was born on May 14, 1927 in Frankfort, Indiana to the late Phillip and Ermal Henderson (nee Lung). Gini was proud to be a graduate class of 1945 of Howe High School in Indiana. Her passion for writing was demonstrated...
Bryan Arlyn Buchholz
Oct 21, 2025
Bryan Arlyn Buchholz, age 73, left this life on earth on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. The son of Arlyn and Betty (Drews) Buchholz, Bryan was born in New London, Wisconsin on August 24, 1952 and grew up on the family farm in Manawa, Wisconsin.
He attended elementary school at St. Paul Lutheran School and graduated from Little Wolf High School in...
Anastas Qerimi
Oct 21, 2025
Anastas Qerimi, 80, of West Bend, passed away at his home on October 21, 2025, with his family at his side.
Anastas was born on July 3, 1945, in Albania, the son of the late Harallamb and Agathia (nee Bisha) Qerimi. Anastas was an ear, nose, and throat doctor his whole life in Albania, serving countless families. Anastas had a deep...
Leander A. "Lee" Oppermann
Oct 19, 2025
Leander (Lee) A. Oppermann, age 82, of Kewaskum, was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 19, 2025 at his home in Kewaskum.
Lee was born on September 28, 1943 on the family farm in Campbellsport to the late Henry and Verna (Butzke) Oppermann. He was united in marriage to Janis Kohn on May 1, 1965 at St....
Steven Henry Otten
Oct 16, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Steven Henry Otten, age 77, of West Bend, WI, who passed away peacefully in the early morning of October 16, 2025, after a long and challenging battle with Lewy Body Dementia.
Steve was born on April 14, 1948, to the late William and Jeanne (Boesewetter) Otten. He is survived by...
Joan May Brasch (nee Bratz)
Oct 16, 2025
Joan May Brasch was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 16, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 24, 1930 in Weyauwega to the late Anton and Bernice (Moeller) Bratz, Joan was raised with strong faith and a caring heart. On April 27, 1951, she married her high school sweetheart, Leon Brasch....
Allen E. Holtz
Oct 15, 2025
Allen E. Holtz, 83, of Kewaskum, passed away at his home on October 15, 2025.
Allen was born on April 24, 1942, in Milwaukee, the son of the late Howard and Ruth (née LaCroix) Holtz. On January 28, 1967, he married Georgianna M. “George” Kaminske at St. Leo’s Catholic Church in Milwaukee.
A dedicated and hardworking man, Allen took great pride in...
Wallace "Wally" Ingraham, Jr.
Oct 12, 2025
Wallace H. Ingraham Jr, age 60 years, of Brownsville, WI was called home unexpectedly to be with the Lord on October 12, 2025.
Wallace was born on November 12, 1964, in Waupun, WI to the late Mr. Wallace H. Ingraham Sr. and Mrs. Delores M. (Miller) Ingraham.
Wally "Buddy" graduated from Lomira High School Lomira, WI in 1983. Wally spent many years...
Charles L. Pagel
Oct 8, 2025
Charles L. Pagel, 84, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, with his family by his side.
Charles was born on July 9, 1941, in Antigo to the late Fred and Clara Pagel (nee Koudelka). He was united in marriage to Nancy Trzebiatowski on May 15, 1971, at St. Casimir Catholic Church in Milwaukee. Charles...
Sandra J. "Sandy" Fischer
Oct 8, 2025
Sandra J. Fischer, 77, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.
She was born on December 23, 1947, in Fargo, North Dakota, the daughter of Peter and Esther (Holmgren) Miller. On April 28, 1973, she married the love of her life, Gary Fischer, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Marathon.
Sandy graduated from Lisbon High School in 1965 and went on...
Wilmer "Bill" Bunkelmann
Oct 8, 2025
Wilmer E. “Bill” Bunkelmann, age 99 years and 11 months of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on October 8, 2025, at Kathy Hospice in West Bend.
Bill was born on November 13, 1925, in Kewaskum to William and Malinda Bunkelmann (Klumb). He was united in marriage to Doris M. Stahl on April 3, 1948, at Peace...
Mary Lou Winnabell Gerner (nee Kirmse)
Oct 7, 2025
Mary Lou Gerner, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, with her children by her side. Born on January 28, 1937, she lived a full and vibrant life until the age of 88.
Mary Lou was united in marriage to Clyde Gerner on November 10, 1974, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Newburg. They...
Phyllis Ruth Nordgren (nee Knop)
Oct 5, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Mom, Phyllis Ruth Nordgren (nee Knop), 91, of West Bend, WI on Sunday, October 5th, 2025. Mom was born in Milwaukee, WI on August 10th, 1934, to Albert and Helen (nee Schmidt) Knop. She was joined in the next few years by brothers Allen and Mike, the best...
Audrey J. Buerger
Oct 4, 2025
Audrey June Buerger (Beck)
June 17, 1935 – October 4, 2025
With heavy hearts but immense gratitude for a life so beautifully lived, we share that our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Audrey Buerger, passed away peacefully, at the age of 90, on October 4, 2025 surrounded by her family, who adored her.
She was born on June 17, 1935, to Martin and...
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