Obituaries

Jun 23, 2022

James Daniel “Jim” Regan of West Bend passed away peacefully at Samaritan Health Center on June 23, 2022.

Jim was born in Madison on December 15, 1943 to the late Frank and Helen Regan (Schmeltzer).  He was a Navy veteran and proud police officer for 32 years.  He served with the UW-Madison University Police, the Green County...

Jun 18, 2022

James “Jim” L. Peterchak, 83, of West Bend passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022.

He was born on March 1, 1939, to the late Joseph and Alma (nee Kriesel) Peterchak in Racine, WI. On August 29, 1964, he was united in marriage to Carol Helgeson in Bonduel, WI. Jim enjoyed going on canoe trips, going to...

Jun 18, 2022

LaVerne L. Petermann, 96, of the town of Auburn, passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022, at her home, with her daughter at her side.

LaVerne was born on January 25, 1926, in the town of Kewaskum, the daughter of the late Otto and Alma (nee Backhaus) Ramthun. On October 23, 1948, she was united...

Jun 18, 2022

Richard “Dick” E. Huenerbein, 81 of West Bend passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 18, 2022.

He was born on March 25, 1941, to the late Edward and Dorothy (nee Landon) Huenerbein in Milwaukee, WI. Dick graduated from Menomonee Falls High School. On February 27, 1965, he was united in marriage to Lois Reichert. He worked for...

Jun 17, 2022

John J. Boden, 75, of the town of Wayne, formerly of West Bend, passed away on June 17, 2022 at his home.

John was born on June 19, 1946, in Richfield, the son of the late Edgar and Theckla (nee Hienecke) Boden. On November 13, 1965, he was united in marriage to Nancy Dornacker at...

Jun 10, 2022

Paul Arnold Schultz, 93, of Port Washington, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 10, 2022, surrounded by his loving family.

Paul was born on August 26, 1928, to the late Arnold and Elizabeth (nee Geissler) Schultz in Milwaukee.  He fell in love with Carol Crass at a community picnic.  They were united in marriage on January 8,...

Jun 9, 2022

Lisa Marie DiBella, age 49 years, of Kewaskum, formerly of Quincy, Massachusetts was called home to be with the Lord on June 9, 2022 at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa surrounded by her loving family.

Lisa was born on December 29, 1972 in Quincy, MA to James A. DiBella and Evonne B. Silvia.

Lisa graduated from...

Jun 9, 2022

Amanda A. Quade (nee Dorzok), 100, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 09, 2022 at the (Cedar Ridge) Cottages in West Bend.

She was born on December 9, 1921 to the late Karl and Bertha (nee Gerlach) Dorzok in Corsica, South Dakota. On September 25, 1943 she was united...

Jun 8, 2022

Robert “Bob” J. Pitrof, 71, of West Bend passed away unexpectedly but peacefully in his sleep while on vacation on Wednesday, June 8, 2022.

He was born on October 19, 1950, to the late Robert and Lucy (nee Handzlick) Pitrof in Milwaukee, WI. Bob graduated from Washington High School, where he also met his “Babe,” Patti Palmer....

Jun 8, 2022

Marie Ruth Wietor (nee Hanrahan), age 95 years, of Kewaskum was called home peacefully to be with the Lord on June 8, 2022 at Serenity Villa in Campbellsport.

Marie was born on September 4, 1926 in Sheboygan to David and Mae Hanrahan  (Foy), and grew up in the Kewaskum/Beechwood area.  She was united in marriage to Cyril...

Jun 7, 2022

Frederick J. “Fred” Bowers, age 85 years, of Kewaskum was called home to be with the Lord on June 7, 2022 at Kathy Hospice surrounded by his loving family.

Fred was born on August 16, 1936 in Milwaukee.  He was raised by Edward and Ottelea Schmitt.  Fred was united in marriage to Sandra A. Goff on May...

Jun 6, 2022

Sandra “Sandy” Jean (nee Neuy) Patterson, 76, of West Bend, WI passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Monday, June 6, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Sandy was born April 1, 1946, to Arthur and Marion (nee Hunt) Neuy in West Bend, WI. She was united in marriage to John E. Patterson on...

Jun 5, 2022

Roger L. Degnitz, 82, of Fillmore, passed away on June 5, 2022, surrounded by his family.

Roger was born on September 15, 1939, to the late Carl and Elsie (nee Mueller) Degnitz. He graduated from Random Lake High School in 1957, attended Lakeland College, and served in the Navy. Roger was united in marriage to...

Jun 3, 2022

Marvel Jean Marquardt, 90, of West Bend was called home to be with her Lord on June 3, 2022. Born on August 3, 1931, the daughter of the late William and Margaret (nee Stendel) Shepard in the town of Little Black, near Medford Wisconsin.

Marvel married Arthur W. Marquardt December 30, 1950. They spent most...

May 29, 2022

Gary Robert Schreiber, age 79 years, of Farmington, was called home to be with the Lord on May 29, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Gary was born on January 29, 1942 in Milwaukee to Robert and Laverne Schrieber. He was united in marriage to Melody (nee Krogsund) on February 22, 1964....

May 25, 2022

Philip A. Scarpace, 66, of Campbellsport, formerly of Port Washington, passed away after a tenacious two-year battle against pancreatic cancer, on May 25, 2022, at his home with his family.

Philip was born on November 29, 1955, in Milwaukee, the son of the late Philip J. and Donna (nee Portice) Scarpace. He graduated from James...

May 25, 2022

Lawrence Michael Radloff, age 65, of Fond du Lac, passed away on, Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at his home.

Lawrence was born on October 18, 1956, to the late Norman and Leah (nee Hotchkiss) Radloff. He moved to California when he was 18 and resided there until 2012. Lawrence loved sci-fi movies and playing on...

May 25, 2022

Ione Bette Kohlman, age 90 years, of West Bend, WI was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 25, 2022.

Ione was born on November 15, 1931 in St. Michael, WI to the late Jake and Elizabeth (nee Schneider) Schladweiler. She was united in marriage to Harold Kohlman on June 26, 1954.  ...

May 25, 2022

Karen Y. Krueger, 61, of Jackson was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at her home.

She was born on October 5, 1960, to the late Andrew and Elaine (nee Ciriacks) Lamp in West Bend, WI. Karen graduated from Kewaskum High School in 1978.  Karen worked in hospitality and retail. She...

May 24, 2022

Richard A. Amerling, 77, of the town of Wayne, unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at his home with his wife at his side.

Richard was born on September 11, 1944, the son of the late Edwin and Rosemarie (nee Boegel) Amerling and grew up in the town of Wayne. Richard graduated from...