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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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Kenneth Klumb

Kenneth Klumb

Feb 13, 2025

Kenneth Raymond Klumb, age 84, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at his home in Richfield.  He was born on September 8, 1940 to Harvey and Eunice (nee Bauer) Klumb. Kenneth enjoyed gardening and experimenting with new varieties of vegetables and flowers year-round.  He loved canning with his friend Bonnie and sharing with everyone.  His favorite indoor hobby was...

Steven Niebauer

Steven Niebauer

Feb 12, 2025

In Loving Memory of Steven Niebauer Steven Francis Niebauer, 76, of West Bend, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.  A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he leaves behind a legacy of service and dedication to those he loved. Born November 18, 1948, in Madison, Wisconsin to James and Jean Niebauer, Steve dedicated his...

John Wandrey

John Wandrey

Feb 10, 2025

John N. Wandrey passed away peacefully on Monday, February 10, 2025, at the age of 57, after an inspiring fight with cancer. He was born in Milwaukee, WI, to his loving parents, Nicholas and Doris Arvan. He attended James Madison High School in Milwaukee and completed school in 1985. John brought joy and warmth to everyone around him. His spirit...

Donald Baron

Donald Baron

Feb 9, 2025

Please share your favorite memory of Donald to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.

Kenneth Cyrak

Kenneth Cyrak

Feb 8, 2025

Kenneth J. "Ken" Cyrak passed peacefully on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born in Milwaukee, WI, son of the late Leo and Mary (nee Cwiklinski) Cyrak-Ferris, and stepson of the late Alton Ferris. Ken was a 1962 graduate of West Division High School. He was a proud member of the United States Army National...

Donald Feilbach

Donald Feilbach

Feb 7, 2025

Donald A. "Don" Feilbach passed peacefully on February 7, 2025, at the age of 95. He was born in Milwaukee, WI on August 21, 1929, the oldest son of the late Donald J. and Gladys (nee Giese) Feilbach. Don married the love of his life, Eilleen Walz, on May 11, 1957 at Mount Olive Lutheran Church. They celebrated nearly 62...

Richard Heilman

Richard Heilman

Feb 6, 2025

Richard Dale Heilman, age 66, of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin passed away peacefully with family on Thursday evening, February 6th, 2025 Rich was born to Rosanna & Raymond Heilman on November 14, 1958, in Knox ND, and at the age of 5 moved with his family to West Bend, WI where he lived until marrying Judy (Otten) Heilman on June...

Nancy Rodenkirch

Nancy Rodenkirch

Feb 5, 2025

Nancy Ruth Rodenkirch (née Buettner) left this world on February 5, 2025, at The Kathy Hospice, just as she lived—on her own terms, with love surrounding her. At 87 years old, she had a lifetime of stories to tell, wisdom to share, and a heart that never wavered when it came to the people she loved. Nancy was born in...

James Schulz

James Schulz

Feb 5, 2025

James "Jim" Schulz, born in Milwaukee on January 1, 1930, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 in West Bend, WI, where he had retired. Jim attended Whitefish Bay High School and the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. He served in the 25th Infantry Division in Korea in 1951. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Nancy, of 60...

Joan Wendt

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

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

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

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

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

Marilyn Nowak

Jan 29, 2025

Please share your favorite memory of Marilyn to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.

Michael Mitchell

Michael Mitchell

Jan 27, 2025

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Brian Van Pietersom

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

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

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

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,...

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