Obituaries

Mar 14, 2018

Wilfredo Martinez, age 60, passed away peacefully on Wednesday March 14, 2018. He was born on January 20, 1958 in Hatillo, Puerto Rico to (late) Tomas and Margarita Martinez. Wilfredo is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Phyllis, loving father of Nick, his mother Margarita, a sister Lourdes (James) Cleary. Dear son-in-law of Philip and (late) Antoinette LoCoco....

Mar 11, 2018

Mathew A. Schaub "Lil Manson", age 35, passed away on Sunday March 11, 2018. He was born on August 8, 1982 in West Bend to Terry and Linda (nee Utech) Schaub. Mathew enjoyed working in the garage, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with his friends and family. His smile and laughter always brought joy to any occasion. Mathew is...

Mar 11, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Brian Dixon, age 70, of Iron Ridge, passed away on Sunday, March 11th. He was born in Milwaukee on April 13, 1947. He served in the U.S. Air Force from April 1966 until February 1970 as a jet engine mechanic. He retired from Harley Davidson after 31 years as a mechanic. He is survived by his loving wife of 50...

Mar 10, 2018

John S. Kucharski, age 62, passed away Saturday March 10, 2018 at his residence with his family at his side. He was born on May 20, 1955 to Roman and Theresa (nee Pelkowski) Kucharski. He graduated from Milwaukee Boys Tech with the class of "73". On June 18, 1977 John married Deborah Wroblewski in Milwaukee and they began their family....

Mar 10, 2018

Mar 9, 2018

Kathleen V. Bransted (nee Sarenich), age 54 of West Bend, passed away peacefully on her birthday in the arms of her husband and children on Friday, March 9, 2018. Kathy was born on March 9, 1964 in Madison to James and Evelyn (nee Moungey) Sarenich. She graduated from Ashwaubenon High School, class of 1982. Kathy married Steven Bransted on January...

Mar 9, 2018

Mar 9, 2018

John T. Roever, age 82, of Slinger, passed away Friday March 9, 2018 at the Kathy Hospice. He was born on March 24, 1935 in Sheboygan to Herbert and Margaret (nee Rueter) Roever and was raised in the Sheboygan area. He graduated in 1953 from Goodrich High School in Fond du Lac and later was a US Army veteran. John...

Mar 6, 2018

Walter "Wally" E. Hoeft, age 100, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at Ivy Manor in West Bend. He was born on October 12, 1917 at the farm around Crooked Lake near Beechwood to Ernst and Gessine (nee Stoehr) Hoeft. He married the late, Rosalie (nee Bales) Hoeft, on November 18, 1942. Walter is survived by his three...

Mar 5, 2018

Mark C. Christen, age 62, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2018 at the Zilber Family Hospice. He was born on October 26, 1955 in Darlington, WI to Rudolph and Gerda (nee Dages) Christen. Mark is survived by his children, Matthew (Amy), Michael (Nora), Erik; grandchildren, Anna, Emilie; siblings, Ross (Lynn), Gail, & Lori; Mark is further survived by other...

Mar 2, 2018

Raymond D. Smithana, age 87, passed away Friday, March 2, 2018 at St. Joseph Hospital in West bend, surrounded by family. He was born on July 15, 1930 to Walter and Rose (nee Bertling) Smithana. Raymond was in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and earned 3 Bronze Service Stars and later was a member of the West Bend...

Feb 24, 2018

John Paul Walter, of Campbellsport, WI passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at the age of 75. He was born in Hartford, WI to Clarence and Ella Walter on July 6, 1942. John is survived by his wife, Sherry (nee Bonk) of 20 years, daughters Michele (Dale) Schmitt, Liza Walter, Janine (Mike) Stolpa and son...

Feb 23, 2018

Marion E. Fredricks (nee Raue), age 88, passed away on Friday, February 23, 2018 at St. Joseph's Hospital in West Bend. She was born on February 6, 1930 to Ernest and Corrine (nee Duffy) Raue. Marion attended St. Mary's School of Nursing and later retired as a Registered Nurse. She was currently a member of St. Frances Cabrini. Marion enjoyed...

Feb 23, 2018

Edward Earl Lipofski, of West Bend, passed away on Sun. Feb. 23, 2018, age 91. Edward was born on July 22, 1926 in Waukesha to Herman and Edith Lipofski. He married Jeanette Duquaine on June 14 1947 in Milwaukee. Edward loved to spend time fishing and spending time with his family. Edward is survived by his children Barbara Gortowski, Dennis...

Feb 20, 2018

Charles F. Meyer, Sr. passed away on Tuesday February 20 in North Oaks, Minnesota at the age of 90. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Mary (nee Mann). Loving father of four children: Charles, Jr, Katherine, Jean and James. Devoted grandfather to his five grandchildren. He is survived by his sister Mary Lou Meyer and predeceased by his parents,...

Feb 19, 2018

Joyce A. Gehrke (nee Mulder) of West Bend, passed away Monday February 19, 2018 at the age of 85 years. She was born on April 2, 1932 in Milwaukee to Albert and Lydia (nee Jaeger) Mulder. She was raised in Milwaukee and graduated from Washington High School Class of '50'. On February 11, 1956, Joyce married Duane N. Gehrke and...

Feb 18, 2018

Per Ben's request, no formal services will be held.

Feb 16, 2018

Harold E. Heppe, of Jackson, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 16, 2018 in Hartford, WI. He was born on August 19, 1931 in the Town of Polk to Joseph and Lillian (nee Schmitt) Heppe. Harold spent his life farming the Heppe Homestead in Jackson, WI. He took great pride in managing his land. Harold was a member of St....

Feb 15, 2018

Sylvia I. Cihlar, 92, of Jackson Wisconsin, went to her eternal home with the Lord on Thursday February 15, 2018. She was born on May 5, 1925 to Gilbert and Emma (Schultz) Sunstrom and lived her early years in Denmark, Wisconsin. In 1934, her family moved to a dairy farm in Maplewood Wisconsin, near Sturgeon Bay. Sylvia graduated from Algoma...