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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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Mary Kellogg

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

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

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

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

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

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

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....

Bret Price

Bret Price

Jul 18, 2017

Bret L. Price, age 58 years of Campbellsport, formerly of Milwaukee, passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2017. Bret is survived by his son Ben (April), grandchildren Kaelee, Kaeden, and Karl, mother Darlene, sisters Kerry (Allen) Kassender and Erin (Christopher) Marker, other relatives and many friends. Preceded in death by his father Guy. A Memorial Service will be at 6:00 pm...

Walburga Peil

Walburga Peil

Jul 18, 2017

Walburga "Wallie" E. Peil (nee Mueller), age 91 years, passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2017. She was born on November 5, 1925 in St. Lawrence to Anton and Caroline (nee Guenther) Mueller. Wallie married the late Allen C. Peil on April 12, 1947 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church. The couple moved to family farm and helped on the family...

Margaret Maffit

Margaret Maffit

Jul 18, 2017

Margaret "Peggy" A. Maffit (nee Arnold), passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at Froedtert Hospital. She was born on March 29, 1928 in Milwaukee, WI to George and Elisabeth (nee Reums) Arnold. She was the wife of the late Wayne A. Wolfe and together they had 3 children. She later married Gilbert F. Maffit September (1995). She was...

Norman Kutz

Norman Kutz

Jul 17, 2017

Norman M. Kutz, age 89, transitioned to his eternal home on Monday, July 17, 2017, in his home in West Bend, surrounded by his entire family. He was born in Fond Du Lac on April, 23 1928 to Ervin and Alma (nee Ramthum) Kutz. He was raised in Dundee, WI and began to work in West Bend for Pick Manufacturing,...

Leslie Gundrum

Leslie Gundrum

Jul 16, 2017

Leslie "Les" Edward Gundrum, age 73, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 16, 2017 at his home in West Bend, with family by his side. He was born on March 21, 1944 in West Bend to Gregory and Mildred (nee Eckhart) Gundrum. He was raised in Slinger and graduated from Slinger High School in 1962. On April 8, 1967, he...

Frank Hammond

Frank Hammond

Jul 13, 2017

Frank R. Hammond, age 75 of Haw River, NC formerly of West Bend and Appleton, passed away on Thursday, July 13, 2017 at Door County Medical Center in Sturgeon Bay, WI. Frank was born on December 8, 1941 in Fort Knox, KY to Howard and Helen (nee Hanson) Hammond and was raised in San Jose, California. The family moved to...

Daniel Gudopp

Daniel Gudopp

Jul 13, 2017

Daniel George Gudopp of Germantown, WI, age 59, went to be with Jesus on July 13, 2017. He is survived by his wife, Nancy (Paczocha) Gudopp, along with his daughter Erica and son Peter. On Sunday, July 23, visitation will be held from 2:00 -3:30 pm with a memorial/celebration service following. Both will be held at Crossway Church, W156 N11041...

Joseph Hignite

Joseph Hignite

Jul 12, 2017

Joseph Andrew Hignite of West Bend found peace on Tuesday, July 11th. Joseph was born on April 28, 1999, to David and Jane Hignite (nee Schiller) and loving brothers and best friends Steven and Michael. Joseph is survived and was adored by Grandparents Betty and Jim Schiller and Bette Hignite; Aunts Margaret Schiller, Mary Jo Knapp, Marie Schiller, and Jacquie...

Marjorie Wendt

Marjorie Wendt

Jul 11, 2017

Marjorie "Marge" Ruth Wendt (nee Braker), age 90, passed away peacefully Tuesday July 11, 2017 at The Kathy Hospice in West Bend. She was born on July 10, 1927 to Arnold and Elsie (nee Feldhusen) Braker. Marjorie graduated from the Methodist Hospital School of Nursing and Marquette University with a BS Degree in Nursing. She served in the Army Nurse...

Michael Puerling

Michael Puerling

Jul 10, 2017

Michael "Spike" J. Puerling, age 59, passed away unexpectedly on July 10, 2017 in his home in Prairie Du Sac. He was born on March 27, 1958 to Jim and Mary (nee Ackerman) Puerling. He graduated in 1976 from West Bend East High School and from UW-Whitewater with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. He married Lori (nee Nyhus) and proudly...

Ryan Morrison

Ryan Morrison

Jul 10, 2017

Ryan C. Morrison, age 27, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2017. Ryan, I hope you find peace and happiness in heaven. You have struggled for way too many years. I am amazed you lasted this long, enduring all that pain and suffering you had to go through. Dad and I are so hurt, it breaks our hearts to have...

Doris Tennies

Doris Tennies

Jul 10, 2017

Doris M. Tennies (nee Guerndt), age 93, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2017. She was born on February 19, 1924 to Edward and Olive (nee Kraemer) Guerndt and graduated from Slinger High School. She was the retired owner of Tennies Tap. Doris loved spending time with family and friends, especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her children, Joanne...

Betty Bloom

Betty Bloom

Jul 7, 2017

Betty J. Bloom (nee Koerner), age 87, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2017 at Cedar Lake Health and Rehabilitation Center in West Bend. She was born on October 13, 1929 in Curtiss, WI to Oscar and Dorothy (nee Untiedt). She married Carl Bloom on July 9, 1949 in Colby. She enjoyed reading, golf, camping, bowling and cooking. Betty loved...

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