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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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Joan Wendt
Feb 4, 2025
Joan Marion Wendt (nee Hastings), age 95, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. She was born on March 24, 1929 in West Allis, WI to Ralph and Catherine (nee Scherer) Hastings. Joan is preceded in death by her loving husband, Fred, of 67 years. Joan had been on Aurora Home Hospice for nearly two years. She welcomed the...
John Gawlik
Feb 4, 2025
John M. Gawlik, 81 of West Bend, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, following a brief illness. He leaves behind his college buddy and wife of 56 years, Margaret, and 3 sons: Noah (Beth), Josh, and Aaron (Melissa) plus 7 grandchildren. John was very involved with his children, proud of who they became as adults, and supportive of his...
Robert Baumann
Feb 3, 2025
Robert George Baumann, age 87, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Samaritan Nursing and Rehab in West Bend with additional care by Allay Hospice. He was born on September 26, 1937, in Chicago, IL, to John and Helen (nee Larson) Baumann. The family moved to Milwaukee, WI, and ultimately to Mountain, WI. Robert married Kaye Breunig in...
Dennis Hohnstein
Feb 1, 2025
Dennis Hohnstein, the last remaining child of Karl and Viola (nee Herrick) Hohnstein, born in Hartford, WI. Grew up on the east side of Milwaukee. A proud graduate of Boys Tech High School. Survived by his devoted wife Rose (nee Lewinski). Beloved father to Kealy Scordato and Tate Hohnstein from a previous marriage to Gloria Brandenburg. Loving stepfather to Mandy...
Connie Falk
Jan 30, 2025
Connie Jean Falk (nee Justman), age 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 30, 2025, surrounded by her family, at the Waterford in West Bend. She was born on April 21, 1938 in West Bend to Milton and Lorraine (nee Wheeler) Justman. She was united in marriage to the love of her life James Falk on Nov.14 th 1956. She...
Marilyn Nowak
Jan 29, 2025
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Michael Mitchell
Jan 27, 2025
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Brian Van Pietersom
Jan 27, 2025
Brian Robert Van Pietersom, age 60, of West Bend, WI passed away peacefully on Monday, January 27, 2025 in Milwaukee. Brian was born on September 29, 1964 to Russell W. and Maxine R. (nee Lasee) Van Pietersom in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Brian grew up in Milwaukee with his parents and older sister. Brian attended James Madison High School where he...
Patrick Sheeran
Jan 25, 2025
A devoted husband and loving father, Patrick "Pat" Sheeran, 69, of Fredonia, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2025, surrounded by his family. Pat was born on June 19, 1955, in Milwaukee to parents Jeanette "Jan" and Dennis "Denny" Sheeran. He graduated from Wauwatosa West High School, where his love of woodworking began. Known for his unwavering support, kind...
Shirley Sartler
Jan 24, 2025
Shirley Mae (Hug) Sartler, 93, beloved mother and grandmother passed away peacefully on January 24, 2025, surrounded by her family. Shirley was born on May 13, 1931, in Milwaukee to the late Edgar and Lenora (Lahl) Hug and was the third youngest in a family of twelve children. She spent much of her life dedicated to her family. Shirley shared...
Elizabeth Mapes
Jan 24, 2025
Elizabeth A. "Betty" Mapes (nee Slavik) age 91, of Kewaskum passed away peacefully on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Kettle Moraine Gardens, surrounded by loved ones. Elizabeth was born on June 12, 1933, in Newburg, WI, daughter of Wenzel and Mary (nee Gruber) Slavik. On April 13, 1953, she was united in marriage to Harold "Sonny" Mapes Jr. in Newburg,...
Michael Hebert
Jan 23, 2025
We are saddened by the passing of Michael Raymond Hebert who passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the age of 77. He was born in Milwaukee, WI, the son of the late Milton and Irma (nee LaFleur) Hebert. Mike married Barbara Miskowski on June 12, 1976 and became Stepdad to her 7 children. He was a proud United...
Carol Broman
Jan 21, 2025
Carol Ann Broman (nee Schaefer), 85, of West Bend, Wisconsin, died peacefully on January 21, 2025, surrounded by loving family and friends. She was born on May 15, 1939, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Wilmer and Mary Schaefer. She attended Rufus King High School (57) and Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, where she received bachelor's and master's degrees in chemistry. There...
Marianne Boehme
Jan 19, 2025
Marianne F. Boehme, beloved wife, mother, teacher, and servant of God, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Her life was a testament to faith, compassion, and selfless service. Marianne was born on August 2, 1940, and spent her life dedicated to her family and to helping others. She shared a beautiful, enduring marriage with...
Michael Maurer
Jan 19, 2025
Michael G. (Mike) Maurer passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, at the Clement Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI at the age of 78. He is survived by his sister, Cheryl (late Bill) Bogard, his brother Mark (Taryn), nieces Sherri Dziedzic and Elise Maurer, nephew Shane (Miranda) Maurer and great niece, Rosalee Maurer, as well as many dear...
Doreen Zuleger
Jan 18, 2025
Doreen Zuleger (1953-2025) Doreen Helen Zuleger, age 71, passed away on January 18, 2025, just one day shy of her birthday, after another courageous battle with cancer. Known for her selflessness and eagerness to help others as well as her love of the Brewers, she will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Doreen was born in Milwaukee, WI...
Robert Korb
Jan 17, 2025
ROBERT KENNETH KORB (Oct. 11, 1943 – Jan. 17, 2025) We will be celebrating the life of Robert Kenneth Korb on April 6th at 5:30 PM at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center. Bob passed away on the morning of January 17, surrounded by his loving family. He was a man of many facets and a myriad of accomplishments who brought a...
Michael Schuetz
Jan 16, 2025
Michael Lawrence Schuetz "Mike", age 76, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at the Arie of Waukesha. He was born on March 28, 1948 to Clement and Harriet (nee Schaff) Schuetz. Mike was an "antique-aholic" and historian, lover of the land and Mr. Farmer. This was his love before he met and married the true love of his life,...
Dianne Leister
Jan 16, 2025
Dianne C. Leister (nee Jurecki), age 75, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at the Serenity Villa in Slinger. She was born on October 7, 1949, in Milwaukee, to Edmund and Ethel (nee DeMoss) Jurecki. Dianne attended Grandville High School in Brown Deer, WI-graduating in 1967. She went on to beauty school and later enjoyed doing childcare for many...
Donald Hart
Jan 14, 2025
A good man now rests in eternal peace. DONALD "DON" FRED HART, age 82, passed away peacefully at his home on January 14, 2025. Always steadfast, sincere and unafraid, Don stepped into life on November 12, 1942, the only child of Fred and Loraine Hart (nee Radke). Don was destined to serve. He was a dedicated City of Milwaukee police...
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