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Recent Obituaries in West Bend, WI

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the West Bend, WI area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Andrew Cochran

Andrew Cochran

Oct 16, 2018

Andrew "Andy" A. Cochran, age 54, passed away on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at his home in Kewaskum, surrounded by his family. He was born on July 12, 1964 in Milwaukee, WI to Wayne and Marie (nee Tschurwald) Cochran. Andy loved his family and friends. He loved to laugh. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed spending time...

Kenneth Chalmers

Kenneth Chalmers

Oct 15, 2018

Kenneth "Ken" H. Chalmers, age 88, passed away on Monday, October 15, 2018 at St. Joseph Hospital in West Bend. He was born on April 22, 1930 in Minneapolis, MN to Harry and Emily (nee Edman) Chalmers. He graduated from Menomonie High School in Menomonie, WI in 1948. He was in the U.S. Navy as a cook and baker on...

David Braden

David Braden

Oct 12, 2018

David T. Braden, age 59, passed away suddenly at his home in Jackson, WI on Friday, October 12, 2018. He was born and raised in Richfield, WI to Theodore and Wanda (nee Woog) Braden. He graduated from Germantown High School in 1977. David was a tool maker for many years and owned and operated Kald Tool & Die. He had...

John Kormendi

John Kormendi

Oct 12, 2018

John M. Kormendi was born December 28, 1942 in Milwaukee, WI to Frank and Dorothy (nee Torgerson) Kormendi. John went to his forever home on Friday, October 12, 2018 at the young age of 75. By the grace of God, his grandchildren were able to say their goodbye's Thursday night. Friday, his daughter, Kim spent time with her Dad, then...

Virginia Erler

Virginia Erler

Oct 5, 2018

Virginia H. Erler (nee Hassmer), age 86 years, passed away Friday October 5, 2018 at her residence. She was born on August 20, 1932 to Louis and Paulina (nee Schultz) Hassmer in the Town of Polk and was a lifelong resident. Virginia graduated from West Bend High School and later married Kenneth Erler on June 6, 1953 in West Bend....

Glenn Giza

Glenn Giza

Oct 5, 2018

Glenn E. Giza, age 70, passed away at his residence on Friday, October 5, 2018. He was born in Milwaukee on January 31, 1948 to Robert and Jean (nee Taylor). He graduated from Milwaukee Lutheran High School and served in the US Navy. Glenn worked as a machine operator for A.O. Smith. He married Janet (nee Lex) on August 2,...

Jeffrey Klotz

Jeffrey Klotz

Oct 5, 2018

In loving memory of Jeffrey Steven Klotz who was called to be with the Lord and his older brother, Daniel, on October 5th, 2018 at age 61. A beloved son, fiance, brother, father, grandfather, partner, uncle, boss, friend and coach, Jeff is remembered as one of the hardest working men God ever created. A teacher willing to teach, a father...

Alois Gleissner

Alois Gleissner

Oct 5, 2018

Alois "Al" Gleissner, age 91, passed away at his home of natural causes on October 5, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 67 years Marguerite (nee Rossi), his six children; Mark (Lindy), Deb (Dan), Scot, Mary, Jean and Richard, 1 brother, 1 sister, sisters-in law, and brother-in-law. He is also survived by his 15 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, nieces,...

Scott Kleinhans

Scott Kleinhans

Oct 3, 2018

Scott M. Kleinhans, "Belly" age 44, passed away at home surrounded by his family on October 3, 2018. He was born on September 6, 1974 in West Bend, WI. He attended West Bend East High School. He was married on July 9th, 2016 to Jessica Rau. Scott operated Legends Landing. He enjoyed four wheeling, snowmobiling, ice fishing, and spending time...

Donald Nowak

Donald Nowak

Oct 3, 2018

Donald F. Nowak, age 75 of Campbellsport, passed away peacefully in his sleep with his family at his side on October 3, 2018. Donald was born in Milwaukee on September 15, 1943 to Joseph and Mary (nee Viduski) Nowak. He attended Riverside High School in Milwaukee and then entered the United States Army and married Bonnie L. (nee Rahn) on...

Lawrence Mezera

Lawrence Mezera

Oct 2, 2018

Lawrence J. "Larry" Mezera, age 80 years, passed away at home on October 2, 2018. He was born in southeastern WI on March 15, 1938 to the late Raymond J. "Pappy" and Alta Hazel (nee Puckett) Mezera and grew up on many farms where he learned to work and play hard. He was honorably discharged from the United States Army...

Patricia Freitag

Patricia Freitag

Oct 1, 2018

Patricia L. Freitag (nee Geldnich) age 81, passed away in her home on October 1st, 2018. She was born on January 16th, 1937 in Hartford, Wisconsin to Gladys and Lester Geldnich . She attended Slinger High School, graduating in 1955. She was united in marriage with Robert "Bugs" Freitag on August 15th, 1958. She spent her life as a loving...

Jerome Becker

Jerome Becker

Sep 30, 2018

Jerome Becker, age 71, passed away on Sunday September 30th, 2018. He was born on June 4th, 1947 in Milwaukee, WI, to Jerome and Bernice Becker. He graduated High School in 1965, then attended Milwaukee Area Technical College. He was employed at Butters Fetting, and retired from Steam Fitters 601. He was a member of St. Peter's Church. He was...

Brian Sekeres

Brian Sekeres

Sep 29, 2018

Brian J. Sekeres, age 66, passed away on Saturday, September 29, 2018, at his home in West Bend. He was born on October 30, 1951 in Milwaukee, WI to Joseph and Vivian (nee Yesko) Sekeres. He married his love, Nancy (nee Hug) on October 25, 1975. He enjoyed farming, being on his land and he especially loved his dogs. Brian...

Roy Binder

Roy Binder

Sep 22, 2018

Roy A. Binder, age 89, passed away on Saturday September 22, 2018. He was born in Junction City, WI, to Adam and Regina Binder. He graduated from Messmer High School. He married Lucille Bonerz on June 9, 1951 at Holy Redeemer. He was a member of St. James Catholic Church. Roy served in the US Army during the Korean War,...

Richard Lee

Richard Lee

Sep 22, 2018

Richard Lee of Hartford passed away September 22, 2018 at 88 years. He was born in Milwaukee and married the love of his life, Marlene, in June, 1952. They had five children, Linda Hauser (Mark), Mary Krentz (Dan Komp), John Lee (Nancy), Susan Knickrehm, Robert Lee (Agnes); 14 grandchildren, Kate, Rebecca, Elizabeth, Jessica, Michelle, Stephanie, Andy, Peter, Samantha, Eric, Richard,...

Paul Wilde

Paul Wilde

Sep 19, 2018

Rev. Paul Henry Wilde, son of William H. and Edna (Wegner) Wilde, was born in Manitowoc, WI, on April 10, 1928. He was baptized and confirmed at First German Ev. Lutheran Church in Manitowoc. He graduated from Northwestern Prep in Watertown in 1945 and from Northwestern College in 1949. After graduating from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary, Thiensville, WI, in 1952 he...

Gerald Henckel

Gerald Henckel

Sep 19, 2018

Gerald F. Henckel entered enteral life with Jesus on September 19, 2018. He was born September 7, 1938 in Milwaukee, WI to Gilbert and Evelyn (nee Harmann) Henckel. He was baptized as a child of God as an infant and later confirmed in his faith. He attended Milwaukee Lutheran High School and obtained a college education from UW-Milwaukee. He also...

Drue Slavic

Drue Slavic

Sep 16, 2018

Drue Louise Slavic, age 81, passed away on September 16, 2018, at St. Joseph Hospital in West Bend. She was born on March 25, 1937, in Milwaukee, to George and Gladys Lukowitz. Drue married John Frank Slavic at St. Nicholas Catholic Church on May 12, 1962. Drue enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, gardening, being outdoors, going on...

William Josten

William Josten

Sep 16, 2018

William "Bill" Josten, age 82, passed away peacefully at Cedar Community in West Bend on Sunday, September 16. Born March 25, 1936, in Milwaukee WI to Walter and Gertrude Josten, Bill is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Maureen (Mo), sons Jeffrey (Sarah), Brian (Terri), daughter Jennifer Zimmerman (Tony) and six grandchildren. He is further survived by his...

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