Local Obituaries
Carol Jean Karlslyst
Feb 26, 2025
Carol Jean Karlslyst was born in Waukesha, WI on April 24, 1936, to Ernest J. and Helen Mae (Smith) McCauley. She attended Carroll College and was married to David Craigmile. Together they had two children, Richard Craigmile Karlsyst & Jean Craigmile Karlslyst Dorney. Carol was widowed and remarried Robert "Abbie" Karlslyst of Stoughton, WI and together they welcomed another daughter,...
Alan Stuart Linquist
Feb 26, 2025
Alan S. Linquist
February 26, 2025
Alan S. Linquist, 69, passed peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. Alan began his journey on June 7, 1955, at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany, as the beloved son of Wayne and Jeanne (nee Kaueffling) Linquist.
Alan grew up in both Kansas City, MO. and Rockford, IL....
Gary Soll
Feb 25, 2025
Gary R. Soll, 62, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025. He was born on July 28, 1962 to Mary (Immel) and Richard L. “Dick” Soll in Fond du Lac, WI.
Gary grew up in Fond du Lac and graduated from Goodrich HS in 1982. He then joined the family business at Searl Inc. Gary and Amy also owned Diamond Dave’s...
Roy Wayne Strom
Feb 25, 2025
Roy Wayne Strom passed peacefully with close family at his side on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the age of 85 years. He was born June 5, 1939, in Oconto, Wisconsin, to the late Carl and Ruth Strom. Roy married his beloved wife of 61 years, Nancy Strom on July 13, 1963.
Roy was a shining light in the lives of...
Robert Lloyd Cottrill
Feb 25, 2025
Robert Lloyd “Bob” Cottrill, age 77, of Mayville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at the Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.
Bob was born on August 2, 1947 to Lloyd and Ella (nee Gall) Cottrill. He grew up in Baraboo, Wisconsin and graduated from Baraboo High School in 1966 where he excelled in athletics. After high school, he...
Joanne M. MacMillan
Feb 24, 2025
Joanne M. MacMillan, 75, of West Bend, passed away on February 24, 2025, at Compassionate Heights in Beechwood.
September 19, 1949, in Milwaukee, a bright soul named Joanne entered the world, born to the loving Antone Sr. and Eleanore (nee Schoner) Klein. Destiny weaved her path with Bruce MacMillan, whom she married on the very same day in 1970 at Holy...
Paul J. Clark
Feb 23, 2025
Paul J. Clark, 74, of West Bend, passed away on February 23, 2025, at Samaritan Health Center in West Bend.
On October 7, 1950, Paul made his grand entrance into the world in Milwaukee, born to the loving William and Irene (née Witczak) Clark. Paul took his first academic steps at Boys Tech High School in Milwaukee. Post-graduation, he donned the...
Gerald H. Rogge
Feb 22, 2025
Gerald H. “Jerry” Rogge, 75, of Sheboygan, formerly of Jackson and West Bend, passed away on February 22, 2025, at Edenbrook in Sheboygan.
Jerry was born on July 2, 1949, in West Bend, the son of the late Henry and LaVerne (nee Rettmann) Rogge. Jerry farmed his whole life in the town of Jackson and Coleman and also served on the...
Patti Ann Spatcher
Feb 21, 2025
With profound sadness and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Patti Ann Spatcher (née Hildebrand), on February 21 in West Bend, Wisconsin, surrounded by family. After facing ALS with grace and courage, Patti has found peace.
Born to Howard and Maxine Grant Hildebrand in Onawa, Iowa, Patti carried the warmth and genuine spirit of her roots throughout her life. Her...
Michael "Mike" D. Parish
Feb 21, 2025
Michael D. “Mike” Parish, 61, of Mayville, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025, at his home.
Mike Parish began his journey in sunny San Diego on December 4, 1963, entering the world as the beloved son of the late David and Margaret (née Puddy) Parish. His life took a significant turn on April 30, 1988, when he exchanged vows with...
Susan De Chant
Feb 21, 2025
Susan De Chant of West Bend, Wisconsin, passed away on February 21, 2025, holding the hand of her husband Paul, who stood by her side for more than five decades. Her wry wit, generosity, and kind but fiery spirit remained with her through it all.
Born Susan Block on September 27th, 1952, she was raised in West Allis and Waukesha as...
Valeria "Val" Elizabeth Borresen
Feb 19, 2025
After a good long run of 106 years, Val is now resting with Jesus.
Valeria Elizabeth Borresen (nee March) was born to Victor and Elsie (Wenzel) March in Bay View, Wisconsin. As a young girl, Val and her younger brother, Earl, worked in her father’s soda water factory washing returned bottles. She also enjoyed both roller skating and ice skating. As...
Arlyss R. Speener
Feb 17, 2025
Arlyss R. Speener (Haugen), age 82 years, of West Bend passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025, at Cedar Community in West Bend surrounded by her loving family.
Arlyss was born on October 4, 1942, in Milwaukee to Alvin and Charlotte Haugen (Davis). She was married to Jerome F. Speener on September 14, 1968, until Jerome’s death on August 28, 2024.
Arlyss...
Donna Mae Luther (nee Redmann)
Feb 16, 2025
Donna Mae Luther (nee Redmann), 88, passed away on February 16, 2025.
Donna was born on May 25, 1936, in the town of LeRoy to the late Bruno and Edna (nee Wiese) Redmann. She was united in marriage to Arnold Luther on October 20,1956 in Waupun. Arnold passed away on April 27, 2005. Donna was a member of Trinity Methodist Church...
Christopher Alan Olson
Feb 16, 2025
Christopher Alan Olson, 58, passed away on February 16, 2025, with his loving wife Carolyn by his side. In his final months, he was continuously surrounded by family and friends.
Chris was born on October 9, 1966, in Naperville, Illinois to Francis and Marilyn (Cornils) Olson.
Chris is survived by his wife, Carolyn, and daughter, Maria. He is also survived by his...
Dennis M. Keller
Feb 16, 2025
Dennis “Pa” Keller, 69, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 16, 2025, after a long courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Dennis was born on October 13, 1955, at St. Alphonsus Hospital in Port Washington to Peter and Ruth Keller. Dennis was a passionate outdoorsman from an early age. He loved fishing and spent countless hours at the Port Washington...
Suzanne "Suzi" Bingen
Feb 14, 2025
Our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, loving wife and friend, Suzanne Bingen of Kewaskum, WI entered into eternal life on Friday, February 14, 2025, the feast of St Valentine, at Kettle Moraine Gardens at the age of 87. Our blessed Mother Mary presented her to her beloved son, Jesus (God's greatest Valentine to us), to bask in His rays of...
Marilyn J. Muraski
Feb 12, 2025
Marilyn J. Muraski (nee Matenaer), age 73, of West Bend, was unexpectedly called home to be with the Lord at her residence on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
Marilyn was born on May 26, 1951 in West Bend to Francis and Elizabeth Matenaer (Hefter). She was united in marriage to Richard Muraski on June 30, 1979 at St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church...
Carol Vetter
Feb 10, 2025
Carol L. (Schladweiler) Vetter, 77, of Beechwood, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 10, 2025, at Compassionate Heights Assisted Living Facility in Beechwood with her loving family by her side.
She was born on January 24, 1948, in Sheboygan, the daughter of the late Jerome and Margaret (Dahm) Schladweiler and on July 29, 1967, she was...
James Alfred Kling
Feb 9, 2025
James “Jim” A. Kling, 68, of West Bend, was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 9, 2025, with his family by his side.
Jim was born on June 21, 1956, in Hartford, to the late Edmund and Delores (nee Gehl) Kling. He grew up in St Lawrence, attended Hartford High School and earned an associate degree from...
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