Local Obituaries
Rosemary Fickert
Apr 30, 2025
Rosemary Fickert, 101, of West Bend, formerly of the town of Wayne, passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Cedar Lake Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Born on November 27, 1923, in the quaint town of Barton, Rosemary was the cherished daughter of the late Hubert Sr. and Alma (née Staehler) VanBeek. On May 9, 1945, she embarked on a lifelong...
Lane Lewandowski
Apr 30, 2025
Lane Matthew Lewandowski, age 65 years, of Campbellsport passed away at his home on April 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Lane was born on September 9, 1959, in Milwaukee to Mathew Conley Lewandowski and Dolores Josephine Lewandowski (nee LaPorte).
Lane proudly served in United States Navy and retired in 1994.
Those Lane leaves behind to cherish his memory include his two...
David R. Jacak
Apr 29, 2025
David R. Jacak, 71, of Campbellsport, passed away at his home unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
David Jacak, born on October 7, 1953, in Fond du Lac, was the son of the late Roger Sr. and Carol (née Theusch) Jacak. From the moment he could turn a wrench, he was hooked—his love for all things automotive was set in motion...
Howard David Gilbert
Apr 27, 2025
HOWARD DAVID GILBERT, age 82 years, of Lomira, was received into the arms of Jesus on April 27, 2025 at SSM Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac, surrounded by his loving family.
Howie was born on October 13, 1942 in Milwaukee to Howard and Myrtle (Strehmel) Gilbert. He was united in marriage to Jeanne Heimerl on June 20, 1964.
He...
Thomas "Tom" Alvah Lathrop
Apr 27, 2025
Thomas “Tom” Alvah Lathrop, age 64 years, of West Bend passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, at Froedtert West Bend Hospital surrounded by his loving family and dear friends.
Tom was born on July 25, 1960, in Milwaukee to Patrick and Lois Lathrop (nee Littmann). He was united in marriage to Diane M. Harmon on March 21, 1992, at St....
Lois E. Stefanich
Apr 26, 2025
Lois (Aspenleiter) Stefanich, age 72 years, was called to eternal rest on April 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Lois was born on July 18, 1952, to Paul and Doris (Bagnall) Aspenleiter. Lois grew up in Milwaukee, WI with her three siblings, Mary, John, and Jean. She attended Pius XI High school, where she met the love of her life,...
Ronald Joe Yerges
Apr 26, 2025
Ronald Joe Yerges, 53, passed away on April 26, 2025.
Ron was born on May 25, 1971 in Beaver Dam to the late Theodore and Violet (nee King) Yerges. Ron was a proud owner-operator of his own Dump Truck Company R & H Logistics. Ron was united in marriage to Heather Wolf on April 1, 2021.
Those left to cherish Ron’s memory...
Jo Ann Swanke
Apr 24, 2025
Jo Ann Swanke, 88, of West Bend, formerly of Port Washington, passed away peacefully at her home with her daughter by her side on April 24, 2025.
Beloved wife for 65 years with her husband, Floyd, who preceded her in death in July 2024. Loving mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and great-aunt. She was born in Zanesville, Ohio on November 26,...
Douglas "Doug" G. Petermann
Apr 24, 2025
Douglas “Doug” G. Petermann, age 75, passed away on April 24, 2025, at Kathy Hospice after a battle with COPD. He was born on April 29, 1949. Son of Arnold and Arlene (Letson) Petermann, he was raised in Milwaukee with his 2 sisters and 3 brothers.
Doug bravely served in the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War. He trained to be...
Mary L. Castro
Apr 22, 2025
Mary L. Castro (nee Deleon), cherished matriarch and a friend to all who crossed her path, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025 with her family by her side. She was 84 and lived in Kewaskum, WI.
Mary’s love for Filipino cuisine was legendary. Her lumpia, perfectly rolled and fried to golden perfection, became a staple at family gatherings and community...
Kenneth "Ken" Leon Hed
Apr 22, 2025
Kenneth (Ken) Leon Hed, formally from Mankato, MN passed away on April 22, 2025 after a five-year battle with Parkinsons and Lewy Body Dementia.
Ken was born in Gaylord, MN to Roland and Rose (Mielke) Hed on February 23, 1949. Ken graduated from Mankato High School, Mankato MN in 1967. After serving two years in the US Army Ken returned to...
Samuel Kidd
Apr 20, 2025
Samuel Kidd “Sammy” died unexpectedly at his home in Wayne, WI on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, at the age of 93. Sam is survived by his son; Anthony (Dustene Simpson)-Kidd, step-daughter; Kristina (David) Lewis, step-son’s; Anthony (Lorie) Alvarez and Thomas (Debra) Alvarez, his grandchildren; Anthony Kidd, Kiondra Kidd, Benjamin Bernal, Anna-Maria Bernal, Vincent Alvarez, Blake Alvarez, Abegail Alvarez and...
Teri Lyn Tamez
Apr 20, 2025
Teri Lyn Tamez, age 62 years, of New Market, Alabama was called home to be with the Lord on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025 with her loving husband by her side.
Teri Lyn was born on May 18, 1962 in West Bend. Daughter of Ben Barr, Jr. and Caroline Barr (nee Riley). She was united in marriage to Gerardo Tamez on...
Christine Ann Johnston-Buerger
Apr 19, 2025
Christine Ann Johnston-Buerger
March 30, 1961 - April 19, 2025
After a stoic battle with colon cancer, Christine (Chris) Ann Johnston-Buerger (nee Barr), 64, of Brownsville peacefully succumbed on Saturday, April 19, at home surrounded by family.
Chris was born on March 30, 1961, in Phillips, Wisconsin, to Allan and Virginia (nee Konetchy) Barr. She graduated from Wauwatosa West in 1979. Growing up,...
George James Baumann
Apr 18, 2025
George James Baumann, 46, passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025.
George was born on March 10, 1979 in Milwaukee to Gerald and Laura (nee Post) Baumann. He was united in marriage to Andrea Nitka on September 10, 2011. George lived life to the fullest and always worked hard to uplift those around him. He loved being out on the motorcycle,...
Robert W. "Bob" Nell
Apr 18, 2025
Robert “Bob” Wayne Nell, 84, passed away on Good Friday, April 18, 2025 in Fort Myers, Florida, due to complications of Parkinsons Disease.
Born on May 12, 1940, in Milwaukee, Bob Nell came into the world as the beloved son of William and Bernice (née Schmidt) Nell. On November 18, 1961, he embarked on a lifelong journey with his wife, Nancy...
Lisa Jo Zurn
Apr 18, 2025
Lisa Jo Zurn (nee Dorzok), 54, entered eternal life on Friday, April 18, 2025 with her family by her side.
Lisa was born on May 31,1970 to Eugene Dorzok and Jean (nee Roemer) Jacoby. She was united in marriage to Thomas Zurn on June 25, 1988. She dedicated her life to her family, grandkids, daycare kids, and animals. She was an...
Judith Mylly
Apr 17, 2025
Judith L Mylly, 78, of West Bend, passed away on Thursday, April 17, at Serenity Villas, West Bend, WI.
She was born on January 13, 1947 in Milwaukee, WI. The daughter of the late Larry Joe and Renata Weidow Howard. She was united in marriage to O. William Mylly at Capital Drive Lutheran Church in Milwaukee.
Those Judy leaves behind include sisters...
Audrey Mae Wilk
Apr 11, 2025
Audrey M. Wilk, age 96 years, of 6090 Scenic Dr, West Bend, WI, died Friday, April 11, 2025, at The Cottages at Cedar Run.
Audrey was born August 13, 1928, in Wauwatosa, the daughter of the late William and Edna Reinke (Seibt).
She married LeRoy Wilk in Wauwatosa on September 4, 1948. Her husband died in 1983, Audrey lived in Random Lake...
Alvin A. Wiesner
Apr 11, 2025
Alvin A. Wiesner of Brownsville was reunited with his loving wife Frances on April 11, 2025. Born on April 5, 1935, he was the son of Alvin and Clara Wiesner (Theusch).
Alvin attended St. Kilian grade school and graduated from Kewaskum High School. He worked at Mercury Marine for over 35 years. Alvin was an active member at St. Kilian Catholic...
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