Obituaries

Local Obituaries

Ronald S. "Scott" Steube

Ronald S. "Scott" Steube

Apr 4, 2025

Ronald S. “Scott” Steube, 66, of West Bend, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly on April 4, 2025.

Scott Steube was born on January 15, 1959, in Denver, Colorado, to the late Richard and Ruth (née Rehbein) Steube. Before embarking on his academic journey, Scott traveled out west to the Rockies, embracing the adventurous life of a professional ski bum and lift mechanic....

William "Bill" Charles Schepp

William "Bill" Charles Schepp

Apr 3, 2025

William Charles Schepp

William “Bill” Schepp, 87, like the thief on the cross Bill went to paradise to be with his Savior Jesus Christ on April 3, 2025. Survived by his wife, Bev of 64 years. Bill was born in Milwaukee to his parents Charles and Lorene Schepp who have passed. Bill married Beverly Petersen whom he knew from confirmation class...

Robert "Bob" J. Krell

Robert "Bob" J. Krell

Apr 1, 2025

Robert J. Krell, age 78, of West Bend passed away on April 1, 2025, peacefully at home. He was born on March 12, 1947, and is the eldest son of the late William and Marie Krell (Moore). Robert graduated in 1965 from West Bend High School and enlisted in the US Navy that same year, proudly serving his country, fighting...

Willis J. "Will" Kopp

Willis J. "Will" Kopp

Mar 30, 2025

Willis J. “Will” Kopp, 87, of Kewaskum, passed away on March 30, 2025, at Kettle Moraine Gardens, Kewaskum.

Will entered the world on February 15, 1938, in Albany, Wisconsin, born to the late Willis and Vera Kopp. He was the first of 11 children in the family. During his high school years, he showcased exceptional talent on the basketball court and...

Connie A. Zemlicka

Connie A. Zemlicka

Mar 30, 2025

Connie A. Zemlicka (Keister), age 82 years, of Kewaskum was called home to be with the Lord on March 30, 2025, at Froedtert West Bend Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Connie was born on August 2, 1942, in Freeport, Illinois to Roger and Beulah Keister (Iserman). She was united in marriage to Howard Zemlicka on June 10, 1961, at The...

Aurora "Rory" Rose Dich

Aurora "Rory" Rose Dich

Mar 29, 2025

Our beloved Aurora Rose was called home into the arms of Jesus on March 29, 2025.

At just the tender age of 3, this passing feels much too soon for those of us left behind to remember her. We take comfort in knowing that we will see her again and that she is safe and happy with the Lord. Rory was...

Richard Joseph Goslinowski

Richard Joseph Goslinowski

Mar 29, 2025

Richard “Dick” J. Goslinowski, 85, passed away on March 29, 2025.

Richard was born on August 18, 1939 in Lanstee, Michigan to the late Joseph and Sophie (Grzechowiak) Goslinowski. He graduated from Boys Tech High School. Richard was united in marriage to Sandra Kelln on May 18, 1963. Sandra preceded Richard in death on August 31, 2022. He worked as a...

Barbara Jean Edwards

Barbara Jean Edwards

Mar 28, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Barbara Jean Edwards, age 58 years, of Kewaskum who was called home to be with the Lord on March 28, 2025, at her home.

Barbara was born on December 10, 1966, in Kewaskum to the late William and Violet Edwards (Ranthum).

Barbara graduated from Kewaskum High School Class of 1985. She went on to...

James L. "Jim" Dean

James L. "Jim" Dean

Mar 28, 2025

James L. “Jim” Dean, age 66 years, of Kewaskum passed away unexpectedly on March 28, 2025, at his home.

Jim was born on February 20, 1959, in West Bend to Paul and Joan Dean (Miller).

During his youth he enjoyed golfing with his brothers and long-time family friend Rod Donnelly. Jim was also a long-time member of Hon-E-Kor Country Club. Jim was...

Dolly Ramthun

Dolly Ramthun

Mar 28, 2025

Ruth “Dolly” Ramthun (Edwards), 90, of the town of Auburn, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025, at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa.

She was born on February 11, 1935, in Kewaskum, the daughter of the late Dr. Richard G. and Alma Edwards (Zimpel), and on December 12, 1953, she was united in marriage to Eldon “Ellie” Ramthun at St. Lucas Evangelical...

Nancy Janine Wentworth

Nancy Janine Wentworth

Mar 27, 2025

On March 27, 2025, Nancy J. Wentworth (nee Clark) passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully at her home in West Bend, WI at the age of 72. She was born to Charles and Janine Clark (nee Lewendoski) on July 17, 1952. She was a strong resilient mother of three boys, Steven, Matthew, and Jimmie Ward. In 1991, she married Daniel Wentworth,...

James "Jim" Strupp

James "Jim" Strupp

Mar 24, 2025

James “Jim” Strupp, age 68 years, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on March 24, 2025, at Froedtert West Bend Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Jim was born on March 10, 1957, in West Bend to Leroy and Sally Strupp (Kuechler). He was united in marriage to Anna Tomasek on April 15, 2002, in West...

Carol J. Clark

Carol J. Clark

Mar 23, 2025

Carol J. Clark, 95, of West Bend, was born to eternal life on March 23, 2025, at The Pavilion at Glacier Valley in Slinger.

Carol entered the world on December 6, 1929, in the charming town of Delmont, South Dakota. In September of 1951, she exchanged vows with Arden Clark in a heartfelt ceremony at the Methodist Church in her hometown....

Susan "Susie" M. Wagner

Susan "Susie" M. Wagner

Mar 23, 2025

Susan “Susie” Marie Wagner (Berres), 77, of West Bend, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025 at Froedtert Hospital in West Bend. She was born on October 19, 1947 in West Bend to the late Gregory and Marie Berres.

Susan grew up in the St. Michaels area and graduated from Kewaskum High School. It was at a local dance where she...

Kyle W. Fredrick

Kyle W. Fredrick

Mar 22, 2025

Kyle W. Fredrick age 64 of Brownsville passed away at his home on March 22, 2025. He was born on September 19, 1960, son of Orlin and Welda (Zastrow) Fredrick. Kyle graduated from Lomira High School. He then furthered his education at Moraine Park.

After the passing of his father, Kyle became the rock for his mom. He was employed at...

Mathew J. "Matt" Wildt

Mathew J. "Matt" Wildt

Mar 22, 2025

Mathew John Wildt age 85, of Kewaskum, WI passed away at his Kettle Moraine Gardens home on Saturday, March 22nd. He was surrounded by his loving family in the days and hours leading up to his time of passing.

Matt had a passion for animals, especially horses. Over the years, Matt bred, raised, trained, rode and drove horses. In his early...

Donald Raymond Koppa

Donald Raymond Koppa

Mar 20, 2025

Donald “Don” Raymond Koppa, 83, was called home to be with the Lord on March 20, 2025, after a lengthy battle with multiple myeloma and renal cancer.

Don was born on June 22, 1941 to the late Adolph and Rose (Zygarlicke) Koppa. Don attended West Division High School before attending UW-Milwaukee. He then became a grocer, business owner, and salesman. He...

Harriet A. Becker

Harriet A. Becker

Mar 20, 2025

Harriet A. Becker (nee Buchholz), age 75 years, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on March 20, 2025 at Betty’s Harbor at New Perspective in West Bend.

Harriet was born on February 26, 1950 in Fond du Lac to Henry and Hilda Buchholz (nee Pahnke). She was united in marriage to James “Jim” Becker on August...

Jerry H. Darmody

Jerry H. Darmody

Mar 20, 2025

Jerry H. Darmody, 100, of the Town of Wayne, entered eternal life peacefully at home surrounded by family, on Thursday, March 20, 2025. He was born on November 25, 1924, the son of the late Michael and Violenta (nee Zimmel) Darmody.

He was one of six children. When Jerry was a young boy, his parents took over the family farm in...

James "Jim" Rochon

James "Jim" Rochon

Mar 18, 2025

James “Jim” A. Rochon, 48, of Kewaskum, found peace Tuesday, March 18, 2025.

Jim was born June 26, 1976 to William and Mary (nee Pesczek) Rochon. He was raised with his siblings on a hobby farm in Farmington, WI and graduated from Kewaskum High School in 1995. He earned his journeyman’s card with Steamfitters Local 601 while working for his parent’s...