Obituaries

Aug 18, 2026

Aug 16, 2026

Sandra Lee "Sandy" Ann Benson, a beloved member of the Slinger community and a devoted educator, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 16th, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on Wednesday, October 21st, 1942, in Antigo, WI, Sandy graced the lives of those around her with kindness and warmth. Sandy dedicated over 30 years of her life to shaping...

Aug 16, 2026

Marianne Helen Nowak (née Schmidt), affectionately known as "Toots" by family and friends, was born on Friday, July 10, 1942, on her parents' farm in the Town of Wayne. She was the daughter of Theodore Edward Schmidt and Arlene Laura Elsie (Mertz) Schmidt. Marianne was called home to eternal rest on Sunday, August 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of...

Aug 15, 2026

Martha Ruth (Wilson) Smith was born on August 27, 1940, in San José, Costa Rica. In 1953, at the age of 12, Martha was adopted by Major Chaplain Ralph Wilson and his wife, Helen. Martha married the love of her life, Ronald Dean Smith, and together they shared 61 years of marriage. Ronald preceded Martha in death, as did her...

Aug 14, 2026

Jodeen “Jodi” Ann Treutel Casetta was called home in hospice care in Trenton, WI, on August 14 after a 2½‑year ovarian cancer battle fought with positivity, love, and faith—none of which ever wavered. Born in Wisconsin Rapids and raised in West Bend, Jodi was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Violet Treutel and was a graduate of Holy Angels...

Aug 10, 2026

Robert “Bob” Leonard Turner, age 96, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2026 at The Kathy Hospice in West Bend surrounded by family. He was born on September 14, 1929 in Richland Center, WI to Earl and Florence (nee Strang) Turner. Bob grew up on a farm and enjoyed going roller skating, to the movies, ice skating and visiting with...

Aug 9, 2026

Judith Marie Horner (Nee: Linder) affectionately known to those who loved her as Judi, passed away on Sunday, August 9,2026 at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton, WI at age 80. Judi was born on October 22,1945 in Hartford, WI to the late Lawrence and Bernadette (Nee: Bethke) Linder. She was raised in Slinger and graduated High School in 1964. On...

Aug 6, 2026

Zara Lyn Schuldheisz, age 48, died on August 6,2026 under the care of her family and hospice in Hartford, WI. She was born on April 25, 1978, to Julia Schuldheisz in Milwaukee, WI. Zara attended Fairview South School in Milwaukee, WI. Upon graduation, she attended a Goodwill Program for further development and continued socialization. Zara loved going for van rides...

Aug 3, 2026

Rita A. Kenner (nee Sauer), of Marshfield, WI, formerly of West Bend, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026, with her son Randy, by her side. Rita was born on March 28, 1952, in West Bend, WI to Peter and Audrey (Nelson) Sauer. She graduated from West Bend High School in 1970. Rita received her bachelor’s degree from Stevens Point...

Aug 3, 2026

Kara Ann Kaiser, 51, of Theresa, Wisconsin, passed away on August 3, 2026. Born on July 14, 1975, in Hartford, Wisconsin, Kara was raised in West Bend before attending college in Hastings, Minnesota, where she earned her Veterinary Assistant Diploma. She spent nearly 30 years as a dedicated pet groomer, turning her lifelong love of animals into a career. She...

Aug 2, 2026

Ralph Lloyd Hintze III son of Ralph and Ruth has passed on to heaven peacefully. He is survived by the love of his life Shirley, two of his children, numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and his brother. Together with Shirley they raised three children of their own whom he was immensely proud of and loved dearly: Jeff (Karen), Sharlene(Harry) and Sheryl(Dan)....

Jul 31, 2026

Robert G. Petri, 79, of West Bend, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully, with his wife by his side, on July 31, 2026. Robert was born on November 7, 1946, in Campbellsport, Wisconsin, to Ralph G. Petri and Dorothy L. Petri (née Sonnenberg) of Wayne, Wisconsin. On September 15, 1978, Bob and Gwenn were finally married after dating for seven years. Together...

Jul 31, 2026

Virginia Rose Geib (nee Fay), age 99, of Newburg, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 31, 2026. She was born on April 14, 1927, on the family farm in the Town of Saukville to Edward and Alma (nee Bohlen) Fay. Virginia was raised on the Family farm and attended Port Washington High School. She was united in marriage to Anthony...

Jul 30, 2026

Steven Paul Mannes, age 68, passed away suddenly on July 30th, 2026. He was born on September 12th, 1957, to Paul and Joan (nee Aiello) Mannes. Steve is survived by his wife Lorraine; (nee Hancock) of 48 years; children, Joseph (Teri), Michelle (Nathan), and Paul (Alicia), Grandchildren, Alaina and Lexi Mannes, Gianna and Sophia Reisweber, Vinny and Cecilia Mannes, and...

Jul 27, 2026

Judith A. Biersach September 3rd, 1947 - July 27th, 2026 “Got to be birds flying higher in a sky more blue” “There must be peace and understanding sometime, Strong winds of promise that will blow away the doubt and fear” Judith Ann Biersach, age 78 of Milwaukee Wisconsin passed away on Monday July 27th, 2026. She struggled with various health...

Jul 26, 2026

Celebration of Life Come join us for Mel and Joanne Place American Legion Germantown Address N120 W15932 Freistadt Rd Date August 29,2026 Time 1:00 PM Please RSVP Jim 262-424-4112

Jul 25, 2026

Darrell Emil Jutz, age 86, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Charter Senior Living of West Bend. He was born on April 29, 1940 in Milwaukee, WI to Emil and Evelyn (nee Winkel) Jutz. Darrell was a kind and generous man focused on serving his, and the surrounding communities, mainly as a member of the Allenton and St...

Jul 24, 2026

Gerald “Jerry” Dean Kappler, died peacefully surrounded by his family on July 24, 2026 in Stevens Point, WI at the age of 85. Gerald is survived by his siblings Benjamin (Maryann) Kappler and Shirley (Jim) Watson, his children Michael (Jody) Kappler of West Bend, WI; Jeffrey (Julie) Kappler of Oostburg, WI; and Jennifer (Dennis) Schwinn of Stevens Point, WI; loving...

Jul 23, 2026

Dolores "Dee Dee" Rose Placek (née Fechter), age 83, of West Bend, passed away on July 23, 2026. Born on November 30, 1942, Dee Dee was the beloved daughter of the late Bernard "Ben" and Rose Fechter (née Thomas). She grew up on the family farm in Newburg, alongside her three brothers and two sisters, where she learned the values...

Jul 22, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Raymond Paul Terrell (Ray), age 50, on July 22, 2026. He was born on April 6, 1976, in North Carolina to Nannette Terrell and George Rodriguez. Ray spent most of his childhood growing up in Ohio before moving to Wisconsin, where he met the love of his life, Denise....