Obituaries

Oct 4, 2017

Kim T. Peterson, 79, of Kewaskum died on Wednesday, October 4, 2017.

He was born on April 12, 1938, to the late L.N. “Pete” and Mildred (nee Johnson) “Pat” Peterson in Ohio. Kim was a Kewaskum High School graduate. He received his BA in History from The Ohio State University and his MBA from Georgia State University....

Oct 3, 2017

Robert “Bob” John Gannon, Mr. Wonderful, Big Bad Bobby G, Insurance Agent Man, Finger From Slinger, Gentleman from the 58th, Husband, Dad, and Grandpa, 58, of West Bend took his last nap Tuesday, October 3, 2017.

Bob will be dearly missed by his wife, Khristine M. Gannon; daughter, Shanna M. Beanan (Chris and Grandson, Gavin); and son,...

Oct 3, 2017

John F. Andre, 75, of Big Cedar Lake, passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at Froedtert Hospital. He was born on January 18, 1942 in Milwaukee, the son of the late Frank and Wanda Andrzejczak and married Mary Crawford (nee Reichard) on March 10, 2000. He worked as a Chief Boiler Operator at St. Michael’s Hospital for many...

Oct 3, 2017

Bruce J. Bintzler, 62, of Lomira, entered eternal life on October 3, 2017, at Thedacare Regional Hospital in Neenah.

He was born on June 14, 1955, in Plymouth, the son of the late Gilbert and Kathryn (nee Phipps) Bintzler and on June 5, 1973, he was united in marriage to Debra “Debbie” Nichols in Arizona.

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Oct 2, 2017

Sharon M. Gough, 74 of Lomira WI, passed away peacefully with her husband and sons by her side on Monday, October 2, 2017 at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac, WI. She was born on March 15, 1943 in Detroit, MI, the daughter of the late Floyd and Edith Therrien. Raised in Wells, MI and graduated from Escanaba...

Oct 2, 2017

Diane J. Rutherford (nee Mettel), 66, of Campbellsport, found peace on Monday, October 2, 2017.

She was born on October 1, 1951 to the late Rudolph Mettel and Alice Swearingen (nee Kordek) in Milwaukee. On Sept 25, 1971 she was united in marriage to Hugh E. “Mick” Rutherford III in Milwaukee. Diane worked as a LPN for...

Sep 29, 2017

Alfred J. Bartelt, 91, of West Bend and Allenton passed away peacefully with his family at his bedside on Friday, September 29, 2017.

Al was born on May 9, 1926. He was a member of the United States Air Force and was a member of the Allenton American Legion Post 483. Al married his dancing...

Sep 29, 2017

Kathleen M. “Kathy” Halwas, 65, of West Bend, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2017, at Ivy Manor in Jackson.

Kathy was born on May 24, 1952, in Chicago, Illinois to the late John and Mary Jane (Boynton) Walsh. On December 27, 1976, she was united in marriage to Charles Halwas for over 25 years....

Sep 27, 2017

Fred L. Micheels, 80, of West Bend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at the Lawlis Family Hospice. Fred was born on January 31, 1937 in Milwaukee, the son of the late Clyde and Mildred Fairman. Fred proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany, Vietnam, Thailand, Alaska, and Korea. He retired...

Sep 26, 2017

Lois E. Neumann, 91, of Campbellsport, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on Tuesday, September 26, 2017. She was born in Fillmore on March 26, 1926, the daughter of the late Phillip and Capitola Erber. Lois grew up in Fillmore on the family farm. She met her future husband when they drove together to...

Sep 23, 2017

Joseph “Joe” B. Martin Jr., 74, transitioned to eternal life on Saturday, September 23, 2017, at his childhood home surrounded by family and friends.

Joe was born in Milwaukee at St. Mary's Hospital on October 17, 1942, to the late Peggy and Joe Martin.  His family and he moved out to West Bend, WI in 1958, where...

Sep 22, 2017

Michael G. “Mike” Colwell, 88, of West Bend, passed away on Friday, September 22, 2017, at his home.

Mike was born on May 8, 1929, in Medford, Wisconsin the son of the late Harry and Edna (Graham) Colwell. On August 27, 1955, he was united in marriage to Beatrice Duquaine in Fish Creek.

Mike was...

Sep 21, 2017

Rayford “Ray” C. Styles, 88, of Random Lake, entered eternal life on Thursday, September 21, 2017, at Gables on the Pond Assisted Living surrounded by his loving family.

Ray was born on February 14, 1929, in Aberdeen, SD, the youngest son of the late Arnold and Marie (nee Christoffel) Styles and on August 1, 1950, he was...

Sep 19, 2017

William L. Rahlf, 81, of the town of Auburn, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2017, at Cedar Lake Health and Rehabilitation Center in West Bend.

William was born on April 12, 1936, in St. Anthony, the son of the late Emil and Leona (Gass) Rahlf. On June 21, 1958, he was united in marriage...

Sep 18, 2017

Survived by his loving friend and faithful companion, Francesca Millunzi.  Father of Sherri Zagar (deceased)​, Michele Ballantyne, Diana (Daniel) Swillinger, Jamie Bence (Michael) Rose and seven beloved grandchildren.  Survived also by his brother, Jerome "Chip” (Carrie) Bence; and his treasured niece and nephews.  Further survived by his golfing buddies, sailing and North Lake friends, and longtime work friends.  Richard...

Sep 17, 2017

Allen J. “Whitey” Rick, 89, of West Bend, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2017, at the Clement J. Zablocki Veterans Association Hospital in Milwaukee.

Whitey was born on July 19, 1928, in Barton, the son of the late Allen and Bernadina (Tina) (Stellpflug) Rick. On June 15, 1950, he was united in marriage to Harriet Schroeder...

Sep 15, 2017

Patsy D. Thorin, 90, of West Bend, passed away on Friday, September 15, 2017 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. She was born on December 22, 1926 in Milwaukee, WI., the daughter of the late Harry and Elsie (nee Virgin) Spring. Patsy married William Thorin on December 11, 1947 in Wauwatosa, WI.

Those Patsy leaves behind to cherish her...

Sep 14, 2017

Julia A. Kirchner (nee Nunez) Kirchner, 55, of West Bend found peace on Thursday, September 14, 2017.

She was born on May 17, 1962 to Alfred and Yvonne (nee Butzke) Nunez in Milwaukee. Julia graduated from Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School in 1980. She worked for many years at Froedtert Health Hartford Clinic in medical records. Family...

Sep 11, 2017

Sherry L Kemp (nee Blumer), 58 of Theresa, WI was called by God to her heavenly home on Monday, September 11, 2017 with husband Randy and family at her side.

She was born on February 22, 1959 to the late Paul and Lucille (nee Butzke) Blumer in West Bend. She grew up in Kewaskum and graduated from...

Sep 11, 2017

Lynda M. DuCharme, 69, of West Bend entered Eternal Life on Monday, September 11, 2017. Lynda was born in on March 23, 1948 in Iowa, the daughter of the late Roger and Therese (nee Urban) DuCharme. She moved to West Bend with her family when she was 8. After high school graduation she worked as a secretary in various...