Obituaries

Dec 7, 2024

Dolores L. Terlinden, age 100 years, of West Bend, passed on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Kathy’s Hospice surrounded by her family.

She was born March 23, 1924, in the Town of Barton to the late Herbert and Olga Kocher (nee Peterman).  Dolores married the love of her life Ervin H. Terlinden on June 23, 1945, at...

Dec 6, 2024

Joan M. Stoffel, 73, of the town of Kewaskum, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024, at Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, with her family at her side.

Joan was born on May 1, 1951, in Hartford, the daughter of the late Bernard and Elaine (nee Kempken) Hauser. She grew up in Jackson, Wisconsin, and graduated...

Dec 6, 2024

Kevin J. Biertzer, age 54 years, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on December 6, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends after his courageous battle with cancer.

Kevin was born on May 5, 1970, in West Bend to James and Mary Biertzer (nee Blazel).  He was united...

Dec 5, 2024

Justin Keith Rady, age 34 years, of West Bend, entered Eternal Rest on Thursday, December 5, 2024.

Justin was born on March 29, 1990, in Waukegan, Illinois to Calvin Rady and Sandy Jeske. He was united in marriage to Bri Rady on August 4, 2024, and then again on October 4, 2024, because they had so much...

Dec 5, 2024

Arthur Elmore Kufahl, 77 of West Bend, went to his heavenly home on Thursday, December 5th surrounded by his family.

Arthur was born on May 22, 1947, to the late Robert and Lavern (nee Schmidt) Kufahl. He served his country in the United States Army from 1965-1967 as Culinary Specialist in Germany. Arthur worked at Gehl company...

Dec 2, 2024

On Monday, December 2, 2024, Charles David Dodge passed away unexpectedly at his home in West Bend.

Born 83 years ago on October 2, 1941, Charles was the son of the late Charles Edward and Jeannette (nee Pecor) Dodge. He graduated from high school, and immediately enlisted with the US Army where he served his country honorably...

Dec 2, 2024

June Duenkel, age 72 years, of West Bend, was called home to be with the Lord on December 2, 2024.

June was born on November 5, 1952, in West Bend to Arthur and Myrtle Duenkel (nee Schaefer). June was united in marriage to David Simons on July 2, 1976, and later divorced on October 9, 1997.

Dec 1, 2024

A celebration of Jack and Ruth’s lives will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2025, starting at 11:00 a.m. at the home of their daughter Jill Bretzman. Please RSVP below on the Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service website if you can attend. You may click on the 'Service' tab above, and you will find the RSVP button.

Jack R. Reis, 81,...

Dec 1, 2024

Although Alan Johnson would have appreciated this obituary to be in Pig Latin because he enjoyed making others laugh, it is with profound sorrow that we announce his unexpected passing on Sunday, December 1, 2024, while in Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital.

He was born a “wild guy” to Leonard and Irene (Johnston) Johnson in Milwaukee on May...

Nov 30, 2024

Janet Marie Rinzel passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at Serenity Villa III in Slinger, Wisconsin.

Born 67 years ago on July 11, 1957, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Milwaukee, Janet was one of four children of the late Andrew and Evelyn (Becker) Rinzel.

Though Janet was born visually impaired, her love of life...

Nov 30, 2024

Joseph (Joe) Robert Smith, 58, unexpectedly passed away at home on November 30, 2024, with his faithful grand-puppy, Wrigley, by his side.

Joe was born on March 15, 1966, in Hartford, Wisconsin to John Smith and Shirley (nee Raasch) Farrell. Joe started at an early age working for his grandfather and grandmother at Scenic View Country Club....

Nov 29, 2024

Craig Walter Friedemann, 63, passed away unexpectedly on November 29, 2024.

Craig was born on October 19, 1961, in Sheboygan to the late Walter and Marlene (nee Stolper) Friedemann. Craig was a Special Events Coordinator for Music Express which took him to California.  He was a quiet and reserved individual who kept to himself. Craig loved disc...

Nov 27, 2024

Pearl Zimmerman (nee Schoenbeck), age 96, of West Bend, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at the Cedar Lake Health and Rehab in West Bend.

Pearl was born on March 11, 1928, in West Bend, to Fred and Irene Schoenbeck (Eickstedt). Pearl was united in marriage to Harold Zimmerman on July 16, 1949, at Trinity Ev....

Nov 24, 2024

Richard Allen Pesch, 80, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024.

Richard was born on May 19, 1944, in West Bend, to the late Alex and Florence (Bath) Pesch. Richard married Shari Pollesch in 1968. Richard and Shari had four children. Richard spent 28 years at Johann Sand & Gravel and retired in 1993. He then went...

Nov 24, 2024

Steven G. Zehren, 65, of Kewaskum, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at his home with his family at his side.

Steve entered the world on November 2, 1959, in the town of West Bend, born to the late Florentine “Stoney” and Dorothy (née Neumann) Zehren. On a beautiful day, May 31, 1980, he exchanged vows...

Nov 24, 2024

Carl J. Klemme, 71, of the town of Wayne, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024.

Carl was born on November 30, 1952, in Milwaukee, the son of Arthur and Eleanor (nee Darling) Klemme. In 1972, Carl tossed his cap into the air at Kewaskum High School, ready to embrace the world. Soon after, he donned the uniform...

Nov 21, 2024

On the night of Thursday, November 21, 2024, Carol A. Airaudi (nee Reiser) passed away peacefully in her sleep at Serenity Villa in Slinger.

Born 81 years ago on May 14, 1943, Carol was the only child of Harold “Harry” and Rose (nee Turriano) Reiser. She grew up in Chicago and attended Providence High School, graduating in...

Nov 21, 2024

Judith “Judy” A. Renderman, 77 of Lomira passed away on November 21, 2024 at Hope Health & Rehab in Lomira with her loving family by her side.

Judy was born on March 18, 1947, Fond du Lac, to the late Keith and Elnora (Johnson) Binning. Judy graduated from Oakfield High School in 1965. On October 29, 1966,...

Nov 18, 2024

Mary Ellen McCarty passed away peacefully at her home on Big Cedar Lake on Monday, November 18, 2024, at 90 years old.

Born August 18, 1934, in Milwaukee to the late James and Josephine (nee Murphy) McCarty, Mary Ellen graduated from Holy Angels High School, then Mt. Mary College with a degree in Education, and then received...

Nov 16, 2024

Surrounded in the love and comfort of his family, Donald “Don” Cyrillus Krell passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024 while visiting his son in McAllen, Texas.

Born 77 years ago on April 19, 1947 to Constantine and Adelia (nee Mueller) Krell, Don was raised in the West Bend area and graduated from West Bend High School...