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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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Rita Penkwitz
Mar 6, 2016
Please join the Penkwitz family on March 17, 2016 during their 2 hour visitation from 4-6PM.
John Fay
Mar 4, 2016
John M. Fay Jr., age 35, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 4, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was born on February 15, 1981 to John Fay and Karen Leamon (nee Krueger). John is survived by his parents John Fay, Karen Leamon (nee Krueger), and younger sister Marial Krukar. John will always be remembered for his sense of humor,...
Kenneth Sella
Mar 4, 2016
Kenneth "Kenny" J. Sella, age 76, is rejoicing with Jesus on Friday, March 4, 2016, for he is free to dance and sing and worship forever with Him. He was born on June 3, 1939 to Anton and Genevieve (nee Claas) Sella in Milwaukee, WI. Kenny is survived by his loving wife Patricia (nee Wiedmeyer) Sella; children Keith (Carrie) Sella,...
Deloras Brock
Mar 4, 2016
Deloras Harriet Brock (nee Glaser), 94, of West Bend, passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2016 at the Cedar Bay Nursing Home. Deloras was born on July 27, 1921 in Dubuque, Iowa to the late Julius and Harriet Glaser. After moving to Milwaukee as a young child, she met and married her husband, Donald Brock, on May 4, 1940. They...
Carol Schmidt
Mar 3, 2016
Carol A. Schmidt (nee Mueller), age 80, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 3, 2016 at Virginia Health and Rehabilitation Center in Waukesha. She was born on June 1, 1935 to Carl and Agnes (nee Graczyk) Zettler. Carol is survived by her children Jeff (Pam), Kim (Rick) Johnson, Mark (Karen), Jim (Betty); grandchildren Eleina (Miguel) Arce, Amanda (Michael) McWilliams, Katelyn,...
Joseph Barbercheck
Feb 26, 2016
JOSEPH P. (PIZZA JOE) BARBERCHECK , 77, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday , Feb. 26, 2016 He was born March 10, 1938, in Gary, IN to Joseph and Helen (Nee Michrina) Barbercheck and grew up in the Merrillville, Crown Point Indiana area. Joe was THE jack of all trades! He was an aviculturist, raising exotic birds. He...
Judith Mennicke
Feb 24, 2016
Judith L. Mennicke "Judy", age 74 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 24th, 2016 at the Lawlis Family Hospice. She was born on February 10, 1942 in Milwaukee WI. She Married Richard J. Mennicke on May 19, 1984. Judy loved to dance (Jitterbug), plan family gatherings, and spend time with friends and family. Judy was an extremely caring and compassionate...
Mason Mrozak
Feb 22, 2016
Mason R. Mrozak age 15 of Richfield passed away Monday February 22, 2016. Mason was born on May 19, 2000 in Milwaukee to Milton A. and Melena M. (nee Schipp). He was raised in St. Francis and Richfield and attended Slinger High School. Mason enjoyed watching The Lord of The Rings and Game of Thrones, playing football and volleyball, hiking,...
Merrit Buckman
Feb 22, 2016
Merrit (Marty) William Buckman, age 92, passed away Monday, February 22, 2016 with family by his side. He was born to Roy and Dora (Nee Gust) Buckman on July 20, 1923. He married Helen Back on May 31, 1944. Helen passed away on March 2, 1946. He later met Lois Wolever and they were married on September 11, 1948. Marty...
Daniel Stoecker
Feb 20, 2016
Daniel D. Stoecker, age 57 years of Jackson, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2016. Daniel was born in Milwaukee on May 14, 1958 to Daniel and Eileen (nee Eichman) Stoecker. He graduated from Germantown High School, class of 1976 and was employed at MATC as a Telecommunications Specialist. Daniel loved to fix anything mechanical, especially engines and computers. He also...
Carmen Santarelli
Feb 20, 2016
Carmen M. Santarelli (nee Ruiz), age 83, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 20, 2016 at the Wheaton Franciscan Hospital in Franklin, WI. She was born on November 28, 1932 in Puerto Rico to Marcelo and Edelia (nee Martinez) Ruiz. Carmen has survived losing three husbands and raising her children throughout. She was a devoted church member and her greatest...
Marie Sprengeler
Feb 20, 2016
Marie A. Sprengeler (nee Anderson), age 81, passed away in West Bend, WI on Saturday, February 20, 2016 surrounded by her family. She was born on April 26, 1934 to Arthur (Dana) and Elsie (nee Romberg) Anderson. Marie is survived by her loving husband Norbert; children Ginny (John) Theisen, Karl (Laura) Sprengeler and Beth Patmos; grandchildren Kallie (David) Locklair, Lindsay...
Norene Koenings
Feb 18, 2016
Norene "Ruth" Koenings (nee Puerling), age 83, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 18, 2016 at The Kathy Hospice of West Bend. She was born on July 9, 1932 in Grafton, WI to AW and Lillian (nee Evenson) Puerling. She graduated West Bend High School in 1950 and later married William Koenings on June 26, 1954 at Holy Angels Catholic...
Fay Kogler
Feb 18, 2016
Fay G. Kogler (Nee Hesselink), age 89, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and sister, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2016 at Cedar Community surrounded by family. Fay is survived by her husband Frank, children Charles (Barbara, Liberty Lake WA), Paul (Arunee Lashay, Campbellsport WI), Douglas (Karen, Fond du Lac WI); grandchildren Laura, Allison, Jennifer Kogler-Schanen (Mark), Abigail Finn (Joe),...
Roger Knop
Feb 16, 2016
Roger J. "Butch" Knop, age 73, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 in his home and surrounded by family. He was born on July 11, 1942 to Harvey and Hildegard (Nee July) Knop. Roger loved to gamble, but his biggest win came in Las Vegas on May 22, 1987 when he married his wife of 29 years. Roger...
Audrey Thiermann
Feb 15, 2016
Audrey J. Thiermann (nee Hagenstone), age 69 years of Grafton, passed away Monday, February 15, 2016. Audrey was born on September 9, 1946 in Milwaukee to Arthur and Betty (Grossklaus) Hagenstone. She received her GED. Audrey married James Thiermann on October 6, 1990 at Grace Lutheran Church in Thiensville. She enjoyed shopping, doing crafts and spending time with her family....
Harold Ooton
Feb 14, 2016
Harold E. Ooton, age 71 years of West Bend, formerly of Ontario, WI, passed away on February 14, 2016. Harold was born on February 5, 1945 to Elbert and Lucille (nee Evans) Ooton. He was raised in Ontario, WI and was a graduate of Brookwood High School, class of 1964. Harold married Judith (nee Hansen) on February 20, 1971. He...
Clarette Meyer
Feb 10, 2016
Clarette Ann Meyer of Jackson WI age 72 passed away on February 10, 2016. She was born to the late Clarence and Melania (Nee Biadasz) on October 31, 1943 in Milwaukee, WI. Clarette is survived by her brothers, Carl, Bruce & Tim Meyer; sister, Melissa (Michael) White; nieces, Tricia, Shelly, Tracy, Sheila, Sheri and Lindsey; nephew, Scott; cherished great nephews...
Raymond Lifke
Feb 10, 2016
Raymond B. "Butch" Lifke, age 76, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at Angel's Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc, surrounded by family. He was born on April 7, 1939 to Emil and Hilda (nee Grams) Lifke in Milwaukee. He graduated Obama High School (formerly Custer HS) in 1958. Ray loved fast cars, boating and fishing. He especially enjoyed driving...
Adeline Wilkens
Feb 9, 2016
Adeline L. Wilkens (nee Lehn), age 88, found eternal rest Feb. 9, 2016 in the comfort of her home in Newburg. She was born on Jan. 21, 1928 to the late Andrew and Lydia Lehn (Nee Fiedler) in the town of Barton. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Slinger, and graduated from Slinger High School in...
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