Local Obituaries
Ethel Jane Martin
Feb 26, 2026
Ethel J. Martin, of Lomira, formerly of Slinger, was called to home to be with the Lord on February, 26, 2026, at Hope Health Care Center in Lomira.
Ethel was born on February 7, 1948 in the town of Wayne to the late Edward and Martha Martin (nee Jung). She lived on the family farm for many years.
Ethel enjoyed playing sheepshead,...
Richard "Rick" C. Averill
Feb 25, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Richard “Rick” Averill, beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. Rick was born on February 13, 1956, in West Bend, Wisconsin, to the late LeRoy and Marilyn (Thelen) Averill and was called home to be with the Lord on February 25, 2026, at the age of 70.
Rick lived a wonderful full life...
Clare J. Lehmann
Feb 24, 2026
Loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend, Clare Jane Lehmann, 83, of Kewaskum, Wisconsin, peacefully passed away on February 24, 2026.
Clare was born on December 9, 1943, to Edward and Mae Miller in West Bend, Wisconsin. Clare grew up the youngest of nine children in Kewaskum. Early in life, she attended Holy Trinity Catholic Grade School, where she became a...
Mary M. Smith
Feb 24, 2026
Mary M. Smith, age 67, of Mayville passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Mary was born on May 20, 1958, in Jefferson, WI to James and Mildred (Lenz) Connelly. Mary graduated from Jefferson High School in 1976 and earned a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Dietetics and Education from the University of Wisconsin -...
Mary Ann Anderson
Feb 23, 2026
Mary Ann Anderson (Koppelman), 73, of West Bend, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Mary Ann was born on May 22, 1952, in Blue Island, Illinois, to Henry William Koppelman and Ruth Alice (Sherry) Koppelman. She was raised with strong values of faith, service, and devotion to family—principles that guided her throughout her life.
On...
Bernice Elizabeth Mueller
Feb 22, 2026
Bernice E. Mueller, nee Breuer, 83 of Jackson, WI, was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
She was born on December 13, 1942 in Hartford, WI to the late Sylvester and Marie (nee Loosen) Breuer. On October 6, 1962 Bernice was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart and love of her life, Theodore...
Dorothy Joanne Draeger
Feb 19, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothy Joanne Draeger, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, who was called home to be with her Lord on February 19, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on July 4, 1941, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the late Anton and Lorraine Langenkamp (nee Petermann), Dorothy enriched the lives of all...
David Roger Polster
Feb 18, 2026
David R. Polster, 74, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
David was born on August 12, 1951 in New Holstein, WI to the late Gordon and Serena (nee Weber) Polster. He was united in marriage to Susan Streblow in 1974. They had two children together, Stacy and Chris. Dave was very hardworking and had many jobs in the food...
Herbert "Herb" F. Wolf
Feb 17, 2026
Herbert “Herb” F. Wolf, age 77 years, of West Bend, WI was called home to be with the Lord on February 17, 2026, after an extensive battle with heart conditions and cancer. Herb was born on July 6, 1948, in West Bend to Herbert P. and Luciana Wolf (Simon).
After graduating from West Bend High School, Herb went on to join...
Jon Sison
Feb 15, 2026
Norman J. “Jon” Sison, 59, of West Bend, passed away peacefully at his home on February 15, 2026. Jon was born on March 26, 1966, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of the late Cesar and Aurora (nee Alonzo) Sison.
Jon carried a lifelong love for all things Disney, a spark of wonder that never dimmed no matter how old he grew....
DuWane "Butch" H. A. Diels
Feb 14, 2026
DuWane “Butch” H.A. Diels, age 83 years, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on February 14, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Butch was born on September 14, 1942, in West Bend to Floyd and Marjorie Diels (Schubert). He was united in marriage to Janet Anne Neuy on June 15, 1963, at St....
Marilyn L. Holmquist
Feb 12, 2026
Marilyn Luise (Moeller) Holmquist, 93, of West Bend, WI was called home to be with the Lord on the morning of February 12, 2026.
A native of West Bend, Marilyn was born on October 4, 1932, to Arnold and Verna (Dobbratz) Moeller. She attended grade school and high school in West Bend, graduating in 1950. She studied for two years at...
Caroline A. Theusch
Feb 11, 2026
Caroline A. Theusch, 85, of Lomira, passed away on February 11, 2026, at Kathy Hospice in the town of Polk.
Caroline was born on October 28, 1940, in Elmore, the daughter of the late Gregor and Margaret (nee Thill) Weis. On February 11, 1961, she was united in marriage to Francis “Frank” Theusch at St. Matthew’s Church in Campbellsport. Caroline found...
Tammy Ann Koenig
Feb 10, 2026
Tammy Koenig, 64, peacefully passed away in her home surrounded by family on February 10, 2026, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
Tammy’s life was defined by a 44-year love story with her soulmate, Randy. Together, they built a world centered on family. Whether she was meticulously planning a summer cookout or simply gathering everyone for the holidays, Tammy...
Marian M. Kreif
Feb 10, 2026
Marian M. Kreif, of West Bend passed away peacefully during a prayer on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Cornerstone Assisted Living at the age of 79 years.
Marian was born on September 26, 1946, in Hartford, Wisconsin to John and Iremina (nee Linden) Schairer. She married Richard Kreif on January 30, 1965. Together they raised three daughters: Rita, Esther, and Amy.
Marian...
Dean Howard Roe
Feb 9, 2026
Dean Howard Roe passed away Monday, February 9, 2026, while on Hospice at Froedtert Hospital in West Bend.
Dean was born on August 21, 1934, in Whitewater, Wisconsin to Wilfred and Virginia (nee Howard) Roe. He attended the Spring Brook School in Lima Township, Rock County, Wisconsin. He then went to Whitewater High School graduating in 1952. He was in the...
William Lewis
Feb 9, 2026
William Jeffery Lewis, age 73, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 9, 2026.
William was born on June 26, 1952, in Milwaukee to the late Donald and Mildred (nee Foell) Lewis. Mr. Lewis was a lifelong machinist and mechanic with many talents. When he was younger, he took numerous motorcycle trips across the United States and one to British Columbia. After...
Charles J. "Chuck" Respondi
Feb 7, 2026
Charles J. “Chuck” Respondi Jr., 70, of West Bend, was called home to be with his Lord on February 7, 2026, at Froedtert West Bend Hospital.
Chuck entered this world on November 20, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois, a blessing to his parents, the late Charles Sr. and Annette (nee Ernst) Respondi. On April 1, 1976, he joined hands and hearts with...
Randall Richard Menzel
Feb 5, 2026
Randall “Randy” R. Menzel, 73, of West Bend, was called home to be with the Lord on February 5, 2026, following a short battle with cancer.
Randy was born on June 17, 1952 in West Bend to the late Robert and Gloria (nee Schneider) Menzel. Randy attended West Bend High School and went on to a culinary course at MATC College....
Wayne E. Jessup
Feb 3, 2026
Wayne E. Jessup, age 100, of West Bend, was called home to be with the Lord, on February 3, 2026. He grew up in Cudahy, Wisconsin, and graduated from Cudahy High School and Layton Art School, Milwaukee. He was a navy veteran of WWII and after discharge in May 1946, he worked as a commercial artist in Milwaukee and Serigraph...
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