Obituaries

Jan 9, 2021

Anthony James Dugan (Tony), age 73 years, of Slinger, Wisconsin was called home to be with the Lord on January 9, 2021.

Anthony was born on April 24, 1947 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to John & Merciadine Dugan. Anthony graduated from Sparta High School in Sparta, Wisconsin.

Tony worked early in life in the woods cutting...

Jan 8, 2021

Sutton Ursula Beck, of Oconomowoc, WI, passed away January 8, 2021, from the trauma of a severe accident, just weeks after celebrating her 25th birthday.

Sutton defeated childhood cancer, Stage 4 Burkitt’s Lymphoma, in 2005.  She would proceed to play four years of collegiate tennis and earn a degree in Family Studies and Human Development at the...

Jan 8, 2021

Milton R. Johnson, 88 of Franklin, found peace on Friday, January 8, 2021.

He was born on November 9, 1932 to the late Caston and Alma (nee Anderson) Johnson in Mason, WI. He graduated from Ondossagon High School. On July 16, 1959 he was united in marriage to Emma Caproon. Milton honorably served in the United States...

Jan 8, 2021

Marjorie “Marge” E. Kobs, 96, of West Bend passed away peacefully on Friday, January 8, 2021 at The Cottages, West Bend.

She was born on August 5, 1924 to the late Harry and Anne (nee O’Brien) Batchelder in Brockton, MA. She moved to West Allis when she was a young girl. Marge graduated from Nathan Hale High...

Jan 7, 2021

Sharon Lynn Theisen (63), loving cat mom, accomplished gravy maker extraordinaire, and lover of all things pink and sparkly began her next grand adventure on January 7, 2021.

Born March 10, 1957 in Milwaukee, WI, she graced the world with her presence as the loving daughter to Wayne and Deanna Schnell and sister to Wayne Jr. (Susan)...

Jan 5, 2021

Margaret Olwig (nee Narr), 89, passed away on January 5, 2021 due to complications from COVID19 at Froedtert Hospital in West Bend, WI.

Marge was born on July 1, 1931 in Milwaukee, WI to the late Joseph and Elizabeth (nee Hepp) Narr. She went to Milwaukee public schools and in 1953, married George Olwig. They raised 4...

Jan 5, 2021

***Attention, The date for Jason Hermes visitation and service has been postponed until JANUARY 27TH. ***

We think this is Jason's way of reminding us all that he is still running on "Jason Time".

Jason Michael “J-Man” Hermes, age 34, of West Bend, passed away on January 5, 2021 and is forever flying...

Jan 5, 2021

Rosanne (Rose) Clara Vento, age 75, peacefully gained her wings on Tuesday, January 5th. She was born Rosanne Wolf on September 16, 1945. Rose and her loving husband, Frank, celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary on August 29th, 2020.

Rose grew up in Germantown and moved to Milwaukee with her husband. Together they raised their three children. Rose...

Jan 4, 2021

Roger F. Schleif, 92, of Town of Auburn was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 4, 2021 at his home where he was born.

He was born on July 4, 1928 to the late Fred and Linda (nee Wornardt) Schleif in the Town of Auburn. He attended Five Corners Grade School, which he...

Jan 2, 2021

James “Jim” “Wizzy” Wiznerowicz, age 61 years, of Kewaskum was called home to be with the Lord on January 2, 2021 at Kathy Hospice in the town of Polk.

Jim was born on September 29, 1959 in South Milwaukee to Jerome and Rita Wiznerowicz  (Corren).  He was united in marriage to Luanne Frisbie on June 11, 1983...

Jan 2, 2021

Craig A. Batzler, 60, of Lomira was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 2, 2021 at his home.

He was born on May 19, 1960 to the late Hillary and Joy (nee Riffel) Batzler in West Bend, WI. Craig worked for Mayville Engineering for 25 years until he retired in 2019. On March...

Jan 2, 2021

Arlan A. Machmueller, 90, of Iron Ridge passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2021 at his home.

He was born on Feb 13, 1930 to the late Otto and Elenora (nee Griepentrog) Machmueller. Arlan lived in Iron Ridge and Mayville area his whole life. On June 9, 1951 he was united in marriage to Priscilla Enderle at...

2021

Nicholas J. Bert (nee Pankratz), 34, of St. Louis, MO, passed away on April 7, 2021.

Nick was born on July 9, 1986, in Milwaukee, the son of Patrick and Susan (nee Meleski) Pankratz. On April 6, 2019, he was united in marriage to Daniel Bert in St. Louis.

Nick proudly served his country in...

2021

Richard J. Claus II, 66, of Eau Claire, formerly of West Bend, passed away on February 13, 2021.

Richard grew up in West Bend and went to Eau Claire for college and stayed there for the last 40+ years.  He loved all kinds of music and seeing concerts.  He also enjoyed watching sports.

Richard is...

Dec 31, 2020

John R. Dahinden, 64, of West Bend, WI formerly of Franklin, WI passed away on Thursday, December 31, 2020 at his home.

He was born on December 12, 1956 in Milwaukee to the late Robert and Virginia (nee Litke) Dahinden. John was married two times before he found the girl of his dreams, ‘the best thing that...

Dec 31, 2020

Harold “Butch” A. Kersten Jr., 81, of Jackson passed away on Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Jackson Crossing.

He was born on January 10, 1939 to the late Harold and Marcella (nee Heger) Kersten Sr. in Olin, Iowa. He graduated valedictorian from Somerset High School. Harold received his Bachelors in Music from the University of...

Dec 28, 2020

James Joseph Gundrum, age 53 years, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on December 28, 2020 at Froedtert Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

James was born on September 5, 1967 in Milwaukee to Raymond and Louise Gundrum.

James was a passionate father and friend. He was known for being...

Dec 28, 2020

Wendy S. Dempsey (nee Cook), age 70 years, of Grafton was called home to be with the Lord on December 28, 2020 at Magnolia Hill in Grafton.

Wendy was born on June 25, 1950 in Milwaukee to Donald and LaVerne Cook  (nee Meide).

Wendy graduated from Custer High School in Milwaukee.  She worked for the...

Dec 28, 2020

Peggy S. Krueger, 60, of West Bend, passed away on December 28, 2020, at Froedtert West Bend Hospital.

Peggy was born on April 2, 1960, in West Bend, the daughter of the late Albert and Ardeen (nee Herman) Krueger. Peggy worked at the Threshold until she retired in 2016.  Peggy enjoyed listening to her country...

Dec 27, 2020

John T. Schoofs, 86, of Fond du Lac, formerly of Kewaskum, passed away on December 27, 2020, surrounded by his family.

John was born on March 22, 1934, in Kewaskum, the son of the late Ted and Ida Schoofs. John was a custodian for Holy Trinity Catholic School and Church. He loved being outside and...