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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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Florence Willey
Aug 22, 2017
Florence Willey (nee Lammers), age 86 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 in Appleton, WI. She was born in Milwaukee on September 6, 1930 to Henry and Viola (nee DuMay) Lamers. Florence married Robert E. "Bob" Willey in June 26, 1954 in Milwaukee and moved to West Bend in 1964. She worked in various accounting positions including...
Dorothy Feilbach
Aug 17, 2017
Dorothy C. Feilbach (Nee Honeck) found peace on August 17th at age 99. She is preceded in death by her husband, George H. Feilbach. Dorothy is survived by her three daughters, Joanne Hoffman, Marilyn (Keith) Ruesch, and Kathleen (David) Naylor; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A private family Funeral Service will be held with burial at Graceland Cemetery. In lieu...
Sharon Sheehan
Aug 16, 2017
Sharon A. Sheehan (nee Luebke), age 50 years of Juneau, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 16, 2017. A Memorial Service for Sharon will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church (400 S. Main St., Juneau, WI 53039) with Pastor Paul Schupmann presiding. Visitation will be at the church only on Saturday,...
Nancy Wurtzler
Aug 14, 2017
Nancy M. Wurtzler (nee Petersen), passed away on Monday, August 14, 2017 at the age of 81 years. Private Family Services will be held.
Adam Kertscher
Aug 13, 2017
Adam Paul Kertscher, age 34, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 13, 2017. He was born on February 5, 1983 in West Bend to Clarence and Barbara (nee Lorenz) Kertscher. He graduated West Bend High School Class of 2001, formerly worked at Quad Graphics in Harford and presently worked at Gehl Foods in Germantown. Adam enjoyed watching the Brewers, Packers...
Kenneth Dickmann
Aug 9, 2017
Kenneth "Kenny" C. Dickmann, age 36, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2017. He was born on August 27, 1980 in West Allis. He graduated from West Bend East High School Class of 1998 and attended Universal Technical Institute in Illinois. He was an avid sports fan and especially liked watching the Milwaukee Bucks and Green Bay Packers. He enjoyed...
Chet Towell
Aug 5, 2017
Chet Towell, passed on, unexpectedly and far too soon, August 5, 2017 at the age of 90. A loving, proud and dedicated family man, friend, Green Bay Packer fan, WWII veteran and Union Plumber, he leaves behind a grateful family and a vast network of loving friends who will miss him sorely. Chet is survived by his children Ric (Donna),...
Joyce Clark
Aug 5, 2017
Joyce E. Clark (nee Lavrenz), age 86, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 5, 2017 in her home in West Bend, with her family by her side. She was born on October 17, 1930 in Campbellsport, WI to Gustav and Gertrude (nee Dickmann) Lavrenz. She married her love, James Clark on August 9, 1952 in Merton, WI. Joyce enjoyed crafting,...
Cynthia Blair
Aug 5, 2017
Cynthia "Cindy" J. Blair (nee Kuepper), age 64, went home on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at her home in West Bend. She was born on October 7, 1952 in Milwaukee to Clarence and Catherine (nee Weich) Kuepper. Cindy Blair was an outstanding lady. She recently retired after more than forty years working in the same accounting firm. She was a...
John Lightner
Aug 1, 2017
John W. Lightner 03/16/1941 - 08/01/2017 Surrounded by family under a night sky filled with stars and fields of fireflies, we said our goodbyes. --------- To know John, was to hear him; loudly and full of life. Dreamer of dreams, hard working, and honest to the core. Manners and kindness mattered to Dad. His roles were many; Husband, Father, Brother,...
Christopher Dietel
Aug 1, 2017
Christopher R. Dietel, age 14 years, passed away Tuesday, August 1, 2017. Christopher was born on August 6, 2002 in Racine to Fred and Jennifer (nee Zuberbuhler) Dietel and was raised in Greendale. Christopher was a sophomore at West Bend West High School. He enjoyed bowling, riding his bicycle, playing tennis, playing in the high school band, fishing and was...
Terrance Laufer
Jul 31, 2017
Terrance J. Laufer, age 66, passed away on Monday, July 31, 2017 at St. Joseph's Hospital in West Bend. Terrance is survived by his sister Sue (Stan) Schmidt; his aunt Eleanor Fischer and special friend Annette. He is further survived by other relatives and friends. Terrance is preceded in death by his parents Edward J. and Betty J. Laufer. A...
Betty Hansen
Jul 30, 2017
Betty Jane Hansen (nee Bruss), began her journey of life on March 12, 1919 and reached her destination on July 30, 2017 at the age of 98 years. She was born and raised in the Milwaukee area. She married Douglas Hansen on July 4, 1942 and they raised their family in New Berlin. In death, Betty donated her body to...
Mary Kellogg
Jul 28, 2017
Kellogg, Mary "Carol", died on July 28, 2017 at St. Luke's Hospital in Milwaukee, from complications of heart surgery. Carol, affectionately known as Tuni, was born in Madison, WI, the daughter of Frank and Eileen (nee Cusick) Kellogg. Carol is survived by the love of her life, her daughter, Molly Eileen Liu Xiu, as well as her sisters Ann (Mary...
Mark Bruendl
Jul 27, 2017
Mark J. Bruendl, went to sleep in God's hands, Thursday July 27, 2017 at the age of 63 years. He was born on May 22, 1954 in West Bend to Viol J. and Carol J. (nee Koth) Bruendl. He graduated from West Bend West High School Class of 1972. Mark enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf and cooking all in the company...
Johnathan Barrett
Jul 25, 2017
Johnathan Lee Barrett born Dec. 3 1982, found peace within himself on July 25, 2017. John is the son of Cotty Barrett and Kay Barrett Zurn and Tim Zurn. Husband to Desiree. A father to Gage Barrett Baker, Arianna and Josiah Barrett. Baby brother to Brad and Pete. John loved deeply and lived life so strong. His life will be...
Doris Chandler-Bartelt
Jul 24, 2017
Doris "Nana" Anna Erna Chandler-Bartelt, age 92, went to her eternal home Monday, July 24, 2017 at Serenity Villa in Slinger. She was born on September 23, 1924 to Adolph and Louise (nee Koepke) Rusch. Doris was baptized and confirmed at David Star Lutheran Church in Jackson, WI. She married her first husband, Delwyn Liesener and together they had two...
Christopher Nordby
Jul 23, 2017
Christopher M. Nordby, age 42 years of West Bend, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2017. Christopher was born on June 20, 1975 in Oregon to Earl and Linda (nee Hooks) Nordby. The family moved to West Bend where he attended West Bend East High School class of 1993. After high school, he attended Moraine Park Technical College for Supervisor training....
Isabelle Mueller
Jul 23, 2017
Isabelle Mueller went to be with her dear Lord on July 23, 2017 at Cedar Bay Community Care Center in West Bend, Wisconsin. She lived 96 blessed years. Isabelle was a gentle, kind, and gracious woman. She was guided by her faith throughout her life. She strived to follow Christ's example in all that she did, whether it was making...
Marlene Alvarez
Jul 20, 2017
Marlene Theresa Alvarez (nee Placek), age 78, went to her eternal home on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at The Kathy Hospice in West Bend. She was born on September 1, 1938 in MN to Frederick and Theresa (nee Kennedy) Placek. Marlene loved to crochet and collectables. She was a world traveler until she found herself back in Milwaukee in 1969....
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