Obituaries

Aug 28, 2016

Joel F. Luedtke, 75, of Lomira, passed away peacefully in his sleep while in hospice care at Hope Health and Rehabilitation the morning of Sunday, August 28, 2016.

Joel was born on December 4, 1940, at the family farm in Lomira, the son of the late Harvey and Dorothea (Nebel) Luedtke. He was the youngest of seven...

Aug 26, 2016

God’s precious little child, Baylor Christian Cain, of Kewaskum, was gently gathered into the arms of Jesus on Friday, August 26, 2016, while in his parents arms.

Baylor was born on May 9th, 2016, in West Bend, the son of Eric and Anna (nee Gitter) Cain.

Those Baylor leaves behind to cherish his memory include...

Aug 23, 2016

Kenneth J. “Ken” Erickson, 92, of West Bend, entered eternal life on Tuesday, August 23, 2016, at home while surrounded by his loving family.

Ken was born on March 7,1924, in Stonington, MI, the son of the late Charles and Hilma (nee Helm) Erickson and in 1949 he was united in marriage to Betty Baldwin in Milwaukee....

Aug 21, 2016

James Ramsthal, age 77, former president of Serigraph Sales and Manufacturing Co., passed away peacefully at home with his loving family by his side on Sunday, August 21, 2016 after a hard fought battle with myelodysplastic syndrome.

He was born in West Bend on January 1st, 1939 to the late Alfred and Elsie Ramsthal, owners and founders...

Aug 21, 2016

Paul W. Anderson, 25, of Kewaskum, passed away on Sunday, August 21, 2016.

Paul was born on December 5, 1990, in West Bend, the son of Dennis and Ardell (Kempfer) Anderson. He attended St. Lucas School, Kewaskum High School and continued his education at Moraine Park for welding. Paul was currently employed at Delta T...

Aug 14, 2016

Stephen “Steve” J. Hunjadi, 68, found peace on Sunday, August 14, 2016 at his home with his family by his side.

He was born on February 29, 1948 to the late Steve and Elizabeth (nee Simonich) Hunjadi in Milwaukee, WI. He grew up attending high school in Milwaukee and had a love for classic cars. On October...

Aug 14, 2016

Jamie B. Reseburg, 43, of West Bend, passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2016 at his home with family and friends by his side.

He was born on May 7, 1973 to Michael and Diane (nee Fries) Reseburg in West Bend. He attended West Bend East High school. Jamie worked at Maysteel for 22 years in the...

Aug 13, 2016

Theresa J. Abbott (nee Jasinski), age 81, of Mayville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 13, 2016 with family at her side.

Theresa was born and raised in Milwaukee and was united in marriage to Donald on October 29, 1955 at St. Hedwig’s Catholic Church. Theresa worked as an administrative assistant to an alderman of district 14...

Aug 13, 2016

Daniel J. “Jocko” Marx, 65, of the town of Kewaskum, passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2016, at the Kathy Hospice, with his family by his side.

Dan was born on March 20, 1951 in Sheboygan, the son of the late Joseph and Gertrude (Theusch) Marx. On October 24, 1992 he was united in marriage to June...

Aug 8, 2016

Beverly J. Kober, 78, of Kewaskum, passed away on Monday, August 8, 2016, at her home in Kewaskum with her family at her side.

She was born May 29, 1938, in Kewaskum, the daughter of the late Otto and Kathryn (nee Schlosser) Ramthun.  On June 29, 1957, Beverly was united in marriage to William Kober at Holy...

Aug 6, 2016

LaRene “Rene” Hardy, age 73, of West Bend, found peace Saturday, August 6, 2016 at the Kathy Hospice in West Bend.

She was born on December 9, 1942 in Reedsburg and she graduated from Elroy Royal High School.  LaRene was previously married to James Bloor and later to Dale Soukup.  In 1985 she married William “Bill” Hardy. ...

Aug 6, 2016

Carol Nothem nee Beisbier, the beloved wife of Pastor David Nothem, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, August 6, 2016 at the age of 58. Carol was surrounded by her loving family.

Carol was a 1976 graduate of Kewaskum High School, and a 1995 graduate of Maranatha Baptist University. She graduated...

Aug 3, 2016

Gordon L. “Gordie” McFarlane, 68, of West Bend, formerly of Plymouth, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, August 3, 2016.

Gordie was born on June 19, 1948, in Chippewa Falls, the son of the late Wilbur and Lucille (McIlquham) McFarlane. On September 6, 1969, he was united in marriage to his best friend and soulmate, Susan...

Aug 2, 2016

Judith A. “Judy” Giessen, 72, of West Bend, passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2016, at the Kathy Hospice in the town of Polk.

Judy was born on August 22, 1943, in West Bend, the daughter of the late Alex and Irene (Krueger) Goeden. On December 29, 1962, Judy was united in marriage to Lyle Giessen at...

Aug 1, 2016

Kenneth “Ken” C. Haack, 69, of West Bend, was called home on Monday, August 1, 2016, at Kathy Hospice in West Bend surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on January 15, 1947 to the late Alfred J. and Ruth E. (nee Zielesch) Haack in Milwaukee and on June 24, 1969, he was united in marriage...

Jul 29, 2016

Roger E. Kaufman, 88, of Byron, passed away on Friday, July 29, 2016, surrounded by his loving family.

Roger was born on December 26, 1927, in Mattoon, the son of the late Edward and Nellie (Ringstad) Kaufman. On July 15, 1950, he was united in marriage to Betty Liesch at Waubeka Community Church in Waubeka. Betty preceded...

Jul 25, 2016

Marilynn K. Jaastad (nee Kime), 101, went home to Heaven on Monday, July 25, 2016 with her loving family at her side.

Marilynn was born on May 20, 1915, in Kentland IN, to the late Louis and Grace Kime (nee Crewes).  She graduated from Washington High School in Milwaukee, WI and worked as a professional model for...

Jul 25, 2016

Carl A. “Cracker” Kircher, 88, of West Bend, entered eternal life on Monday, July 25, 2016, at home surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Carl was born on December 16, 1927, in West Bend, son of the late Clarence and Norma (nee Schlegel) Kircher.  Carl graduated from West Bend High School with...

Jul 23, 2016

Penny J. Sabin, 72, of West Bend, passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2016, at Ivy Manor in West Bend.

She was born on September 2, 1943, in Clinton, Iowa. She is the daughter of the late Peter J. Kjergaard, Jr. and the late Norma (Snyder) Kjergaard. Penny attended high school in Lincoln, Nebraska and graduated in...

Jul 23, 2016

Tony T. Marchese, 48, of Theresa, entered eternal life on Saturday, July 23, 2016, at Kathy Hospice in West Bend.

He was born on April 15, 1968, in Milwaukee, the son of Joseph Marchese and Susan Bumpke.

Tony was a welder by trade and was currently employed by Jor Mac Industries in Lomira.  He enjoyed...