Local Obituaries
David Earl Jansen
Aug 24, 2026
David Earl Jansen, age 79 years, of West Bend concluded a life well lived on August 24, 2026 after close care by his loving family.
David was born on January 23, 1947, in West Bend to Earl and Dorothy Jansen. He was united in marriage to Cathy Jansen (Fisher) on October 9, 1970, at Holy Angels Catholic Church in West Bend.
They...
Stanley Kenneth Hall
Sep 13, 2026
Stanley Kenneth Hall, age 90, of West Bend, was called home to be with the Lord on September 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at Kathy Hospice in West Bend. He was born on July 15, 1936, in West Bend to Greg and Marie (Knoeck) Hall. On August 29, 1959, he was united in marriage to Constance “Connie” Rossow.
Stan...
Richard F. Doede
Sep 10, 2026
Richard (Dick) Farrell Doede
(November 20, 1930 – September 10, 2026)
Richard F. Doede, age 95 of West Bend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 10, 2026.
Dick was born to the late William and Jewell Doede on November 20, 1930. He served in the Army during the Korean war and was a highly respected business owner of Doede Construction. He married his...
John "Fish" Robert Fischer
Sep 9, 2026
John “Fish” R. Fischer
John “Fish” R. Fischer was born on February 11, 1956, in West Bend, Wisconsin to Howard and Eleanor (Schneider) Fischer. He leaves behind a family who loved him beyond words, lifelong friends, and a community that bears the mark of a man who spent his life caring for the people around him.
John is survived by his beloved...
Natalie Anne Zubko-Renner
Sep 9, 2026
Natalie Anne Zubko-Renner, age 62 years, of West Bend, Wisconsin was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 9, 2026, at St. Luke’s Medical Hospital-Milwaukee with her loving husband by her side.
Natalie was born on February 12, 1964, in Chicago, Illinois, to Dimitri and Emily Zubko. She was united in marriage on August 13,...
Charles "Chuck" Schweiger
Sep 8, 2026
Charles "Chuck" Eric Schweiger, age 63, of West Bend, was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at Froedtert West Bend Hospital.
Chuck was born on January 23, 1963, in West Bend to Carl and Karen (West) Schweiger. He graduated from West Bend West High School and continued his education at Milwaukee Area Technical College, where...
Laurie Ann Callies
Sep 8, 2026
Laurie Ann Callies, 75, passed away on September 8th, 2026, surrounded by her children, the love of her life, and other loved ones. She was called to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Laurie was born on August 7th, 1951, in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, to Francis John and Molly Ann (nee Brennan) Miller. Her siblings described her as a spunky,...
Patricia Ann Schneider
Sep 7, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Ann Schneider (nee Olson), 86, found peace on Monday, September 7, 2026 surrounded by family. Pat was a proud and devoted great-grandmother, grandmother and mother. She was known for her resilience as well as her dedication and love for her family. Co-workers and colleagues at Marquette Electronics mention her spirit and positivity, always lightening the mood. She was...
Jeffrey Scott McGee
Sep 1, 2026
Jeffrey “Jeff” McGee, age 67 years, of West Bend was called home to be with his Heavenly Father on September 1, 2026, at Kathy Hospice surrounded by his loving family.
Jeff was born on March 10, 1959, in Port Washington to Gary and Dorothy McGee (nee Jacque). Jeff and his wife Arlene were together for 37 years and were married on...
Sharon L. Larson
Sep 1, 2026
Sharon L. Larson, 81 of the village of Kewaskum died on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at home.
She was born January 29, 1945 in West Bend to Wilbur and LaVerna (nee Abel) Proeber. On April 3, 1982 she was united in marriage to Darrell Larson at Trinity Lutheran Church in West Bend. He preceded her in death on July 26, 2002.
Survivors...
Hilda G. Rasmussen
Sep 1, 2026
Hilda G. Rasmussen, 90, of West Bend, passed away on September 1, 2026, at Charter of West Bend.
Hilda was born on July 6, 1936, in North Carolina, the daughter of the late McDuffy and Ellen (nee Seymore) Boone. She was proud of her family heritage, being a descendant of famed American frontiersman Daniel Boone. Because of that connection, she was...
Gary (Gerhart) F. Peters
Sep 1, 2026
Gary F. (Gerhart) Peters of West Bend passed away unexpectedly on September 1, 2026 at his home.
Gary was born on September 19, 1947 in West Bend to the late Jerome and Bernice Peters (nee Marquardt). He graduated in 1966 from Kewaskum High School. Gary served in the United States Air Force from 1966 to 1970. He spent time in Vietnam...
Cora Ann Robinson
Aug 31, 2026
Cora Ann Robinson (nee Oelrich)
September 9, 1937 – August 31, 2026
Cora Robinson, age 88, of Appleton, Wisconsin was called to her heavenly home on Monday, August 31, 2026. Cora was born in Lincoln Township, Wood County, Wisconsin on September 9, 1937 to the late Alfred and Ruth (nee Ziehlsdorff) Oelrich.
Cora spent her childhood years on the family farm near Spencer,...
Vicki Sue McElhatton
Aug 29, 2026
On August 29, 2026, Vicki Sue McElhatton (Nee Russart), 71, died peacefully surrounded by family at Kathy Hospice in West Bend, WI. Sue was born December 7, 1954, in West Bend, WI to the late Richard and Audrey (Betz) Russart. She graduated from West Bend East High School in 1973. On June 22, 1974, Sue married Bruce McElhatton of Kewaskum...
Joy F. Oelhafen
Aug 29, 2026
Joy F. Oelhafen, 83, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 29, 2026.
Joy was born on April 3, 1943 in Louisiana, to the late Wilson Fontenot and Murdis Fontenot (nee Ardoin). Joy was united in marriage to Ira N. Oelhafen on June 21, 1991 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in West Bend. Ira preceded Joy in...
Alice A. Koehler
Aug 29, 2026
On August 29, 2026 the Lord took Alice Anita Koehler home to be in his loving arms forever. We will miss you here on earth, a kind and caring soul. Alice was a rock to so many, a calming voice to all, a woman who loved everyone she came in contact with. Alice loved her husband of 69 years, she...
Michael Philip Schmidt
Aug 28, 2026
Michael (Mike) Phillip Schmidt, 67, formerly of Beechwood, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2026. His spirit was strong while his body could bear no more.
Michael was born on May 7, 1959 in Milwaukee, the son of the late Phillip and Margaret (Ansay) Schmidt. Michael started life two months premature, after a difficult delivery, yet Michael never let his cerebral...
Kenneth Alan Swenson
Aug 27, 2026
Kenneth “Ken” Swenson, 74, of Kewaskum, Wisconsin, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026.Born on December 27, 1951, to Roy and Adeline Swenson, Ken followed in his father’s footsteps and devoted his life to education. He graduated from Marshall High School in 1970 and earned both his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from the University of Wisconsin–Stout....
Robert "Bob" W. Ostrander
Aug 25, 2026
Robert W. “Bob” Ostrander, 87, of the town of Trenton, passed away on August 25, 2026, at his home.
Bob was born on August 18, 1939, in West Bend, the son of the late Robert and Rosella (nee Saueressig) Ostrander. Bob graduated from West Bend High School in 1957. He then joined the National Guard and proudly served his country from...
Daniel Robert Mertzig
Aug 23, 2026
Daniel “Dano” Robert Mertzig, 80, passed away with his family by his side on Sunday, August 23, 2026. Dano was born on September 13, 1945 in Port Washington, to the late Milton and Viola (nee Purgundy) Mertzig.
Dano lived life to the fullest, enjoying many moments with friends and family. He had a passion for racing and you could find him...
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