Local Obituaries
Patrick B. Schmidt
May 25, 2026
Patrick Brian Schmidt died May 25th, 2026 at his home.
Born to Polly (Isselman) Schmidt and Marvin Schmidt in West Bend on May 27th, 1958. He attended West Bend High School and was known as “Gears” for his motorcycle riding. He worked as a mechanic operating a “back alley garage” in high school operating his own mechanic shops and working in...
Norman Harold Heberer
May 25, 2026
Norman H. “Norm” Heberer, 87, of Crandon, formerly of Kewaskum, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, at Aspirus Hospice House in Wausau.
Norm was born on May 16, 1939, in the town of Auburn, the son of the late John Sr. and Mildred (nee Krueger) Heberer. On May 5, 1962, he married Maureen Borchert at Peace United Church of Christ...
John M. Westcott
May 22, 2026
John Michael Westcott, 59, of Campbellsport, passed away peacefully at home on May 21, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved deeply, after a courageous battle with goblet cell appendix carcinoma.
John was born on February 20, 1967, to Patricia and Joel Westcott. He built his life around hard work, loyalty, and providing for the people he loved. On June 17,...
Janet Delores Kuehl
May 22, 2026
Janet D. Kuehl (Selzer), 94, went home to her Lord and Savior on Friday, May 22, 2026 with her family by her side.
Janet was born on January 4, 1932 in Milwaukee to the late Robert and Frieda Selzer (Mueller). She was united in marriage to Marvin Kuehl on October 14, 1950 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Milwaukee. Marvin preceded Janet...
Susan Marie Krueger
May 21, 2026
Susan Marie Krueger was born on November 30th, 1960, in Waupun, Wisconsin, a gentle gift to her parents, Orlin and Doris (nee Hoffman) Krueger. On that day, as Elvis's "Are You Lonesome Tonight" drifted through the airwaves and Gunsmoke flickered on the television, her arrival brought a quiet softness to the world, a new light kindling in the hearts of...
Ronald A. Komas
May 18, 2026
Ronald “Ron” Komas, born August 12, 1943, passed away peacefully at Kathy Hospice on May 18, 2026. He lived a life defined by hard work, dedication, commitment and a deep love for his family and community.
He is survived by his children, Greg (Tammy) Komas, Kristi Quirk, and Bryan (Erin) Komas; grandchildren, Ali, Brandt and Gabe Komas, Kaity (Michael) Purkey and...
Todd Lawrence Lyden, Sr.
May 18, 2026
Todd Lawrence Lyden, Sr. age 59 years, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on May 18, 2026, at Froedtert West Bend Hospital.
Todd was born on September 10, 1966, in Milwaukee to Larry and Gloria Lyden (nee Deman). He was united in marriage to Stacy Mroz on August 22, 1998, in the Bahamas.
Todd graduated from West...
Daniel Lee Heinecke
May 15, 2026
Daniel "Lefthander" Lee Heinecke 81, of West Bend entered Eternal Life on Friday, May 15, 2026.
Dan was born November 18, 1944 to the late Edwin and Agnes (nee Pamperin) Heinecke and grew up in Allenton, WI. Dan graduated from West Bend High School in 1962. He honorably served in the United States Army National Guard. On February 25, 1977, he...
Rhea R. Schmidt
May 15, 2026
Rhea Rae Schmidt (nee Mielke), age 86 years, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on May 15, 2026, at Lakehouse Assisted Living, surrounded by her loving family.
Rhea was born on November 3, 1939, in Shawano to Roy and Louise Mielke (Luepke). She was baptized in 1939 and confirmed at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church. She was...
Bonnie Leona Wenzlaff
May 14, 2026
Bonnie Leona Wenzlaff, 83, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
Bonnie was born on January 17, 1943, in West Bend to the late Werner and Loretta (nee Berres) Wenzlaff.
Bonnie had a gift for making ordinary moments memorable. As Master Gardener, gardening was one of her greatest joys—not only tending flowers and plants, but teaching others, especially children, how things...
Lester L. Menzel, Jr.
May 14, 2026
Lester L. Menzel, Jr. age 91 years, of Beechwood entered Eternal Life on May 14, 2026, at Froedtert West Bend Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Lester was born on July 8, 1934, in Woodstock, Illinois to Lester and Gladys Menzel (nee Smith). He was united in marriage to Mary J. Williams on April 6, 1957, in Woodstock, Illinois.
Lester graduated from...
Ronald Henry Schultz
May 10, 2026
Ronald H. Schultz, age 92, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, in Jackson, Wisconsin, with his beloved wife by his side as he went to be with the Lord. He was born on January 19, 1934, in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, a town dusted in winter’s calm. Ron’s early days unfolded beneath the quiet skies of Kewaskum, where he...
Sue E. Laubach
May 10, 2026
Sue E. Laubach, 74, of Kewaskum, passed away on May 10, 2026, at Kathy Hospice in the town of Polk, with her family at her side.
Sue was born on February 5, 1952, in Fond du Lac, to the late Donald Matthies and Evelyn (nee Giese) Reichert. Sue was baptized on March 5, 1952, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Dundee. She...
Lisa Pearl Brooks
May 10, 2026
Lisa Pearl Brooks (Curry), of Cascade, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, at the age of 60, surrounded by her loving family. Lisa was born on August 21, 1965, and spent her life devoted to her family, friends, and animals.
Lisa attended West Bend High School and later worked for many years at Poly Vinyl, as well as Stemper Farms...
Marilyn A. Zimmermann
May 9, 2026
Marilyn Anne Zimmermann (nee Wolfert), age 94, of Sheboygan Falls, WI was greeted by our Heavenly Father on May 9th 2026.
Marilyn was born on June 19, 1931 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Edward and Vera Wolfert. She was baptized by her Presbyterian uncle, Rev. LaVern Sandy. Marilyn married Richard Zimmermann on June 21st, 1952. She is survived by her three children...
Diane Carol Nelson
May 8, 2026
Diane Carol Nelson (nee Miller, formerly Mentch), age 93 years, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on May 8, 2026, at Froedtert West Bend Hospital.
Diane was born on December 6, 1932, in Milwaukee to George and Gertrude Miller (nee Niedercorn). She was united in marriage to Robert J. Nelson in 1980. Robert passed away on...
Thomas A. Bulawa
May 4, 2026
Thomas “Tom” Alois Bulawa, age 91, of West Bend, WI, was called home to the Lord on May 4th, 2026, at 6:30 am, cradled in the gentle embrace of his loving family. With grace and quiet dignity, he departed this world, surrounded by those who cherished him most.
Born beneath a summer sky on Independence Day, July 4th, 1934, in Milwaukee,...
Patricia A. Kisting-Woller
May 4, 2026
Patrica A. Kisting-Woller, 91, of West Bend, formerly of Pewaukee, was born to eternal life on May 4, 2026, at Kettle Moraine Gardens in Kewaskum.
Pat was born in Milwaukee, on February 7, 1935, to the late William and Bernice (nee Oleson) Walters. Pat married James E. Kisting on June 23, 1956. Their 45-year marriage lasted until Jim’s passing on November...
Rachel Marcella Kluever
May 2, 2026
Rachel Marcella Kluever (nee Petermann), formerly of West Bend, passed away at the age of 87 years, on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Bethel Home Serenity Garden in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Rachel and her twin brother Ronald were born at home on the family farm in the Town of Auburn on July 1,1938, to the late Arthur and Lorina (nee Schaefer) Petermann....
Carlos R Lopez
Apr 30, 2026
Carlos R Lopez, 23, unexpectedly passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
Carlos was born on December 26, 2002, in Menomonee Falls to Roberto Lopez and Julie Day. He graduated from Lomira High School, Class of 2021. Carlos was a member of the Mayville Boy Scouts, Troop 718, where he achieved the rank of Life Scout. Carlos was a member of...
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