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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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Sharon Teufel
Nov 2, 2018
Sharon A. Teufel (nee Genova), age 66 years, entered into heaven on Friday November 2, 2018. She was born on June 30, 1952 in Milwaukee to John and Marilyn (nee Rehm) Genova. Sharon is survived by her husband, Larry, of 45 years, two children, David (Annie) Teufel and Stephanie (Scott Maas) Teufel, a granddaughter Audrey, who made Sharon's heart glow,...
James Patten
Nov 1, 2018
James Patten, age 74 years, passed away Thursday November 1, 2018 after battling numerous illnesses. Jim was born on January14, 1944 to Marion and Agnes (nee Hannah) Patten. He worked for Weasler Company for 30 years. He was one of a kind. In his free time, Jim watched the Brewers, Packers and Bucks. He loved to spend time with his...
Milton Schmid
Nov 1, 2018
Milton A. Schmid, age 90, passed away peacefully on November 1st, 2018 at The Kathy Hospice in West Bend. He was born on April 9th, 1928 to Alois and Lucile Schmid. He married his wife Gloria Gebert on July 6th, 1948. Milton was a proud Navy veteran. He is survived by children Cheryl (Ken) Wiedmeyer, Deborah (Angel) Santiago, Jeffrey Schmid,...
David Quello
Oct 29, 2018
David "Dave" D. Quello, age 71, passed away Monday, October 29, 2018, at The Waterford at West Bend. He was born October 27, 1947 in Laurium, MI to Ernest and Genevieve (nee Cherubini) Quello. On July 8, 1967, Dave married Catherine Schultz in Milwaukee. Dave had a big personality and sense of humor that made everyone smile. His greatest joys...
Eldon Hepner
Oct 28, 2018
Eldon "Hep" Hepner, age 89, passed away on October 28th, 2018 in Fredonia. He was born on October 21st, 1929 to Jesse and Eleanore Hepner. He married Marie Ledin on June 26th, 1954. Hep graduated from Bay View High School class of 1948, later returned to teach there for 28 years. Graduated from UWM and attended summer programs at Syracuse...
Shirley Thomson
Oct 27, 2018
Shirley L. Thomson (nee Weiand), age 86, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at the New Perspectives in West Bend. She was born in Milwaukee, WI to George and Albina (nee Forster) Weiand. She graduated from Messmer High School in 1950. Shirley met Ev on Big Cedar Lake when her boat broke down, he rescued the damsel in...
Jeffrey Verette
Oct 24, 2018
Jeffrey E. Verette, age 34, passed away unexpectedly on October 24, 2018. He was born on May 25, 1984 to Earl C. Verette and Karrie (nee Kuntz) Gerritson. He graduated West Bend West in 2002. In his earlier years, he enjoyed snowboarding, skateboarding and football. Recently, his biggest hobby was using his strong artistic ability creating memorable drawings. Jeffrey will...
Gabriel Gorton
Oct 24, 2018
Gabriel Joshua Gorton, age 2, passed safely into the arms of the Good Shepherd on Wednesday, October 24, 2018. "He fought a good fight and finished his course" II Timothy 4:7a. Gabriel is survived by his parents Stephen and Angie (nee Jobe) Gorton; Siblings, David, Abigail, and Jonathon. He is further survived by grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. A Funeral...
Ronald Vesely
Oct 22, 2018
On October 22, 2018, Ronald Vesely, age 62, husband, father, grandfather and friend to all, took the scenic country road to his final hunting and fishing destination. Ron was born and raised in Milwaukee. He attended Messmer High School and later graduated from WCTC with a degree in Industrial Mechanics. He was a loyal long time employee of Wacker Neuson...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,...
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