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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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George Brugger
Nov 25, 2013
George "Bud" W. Brugger, 81, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2013 at Ivy Manor of West Bend. He was born on June 21, 1932 to George M. and Olive (nee Schneider). He served in the US Navy for four years during the Korean Conflict. Bud married Rose (nee Marx) on May 12, 1956. He retired as a Patrol Superintendent...
Shirley Schark
Nov 24, 2013
SCHARK, Shirley M. (nee Sulewski, formerly known O'Hara). Age 75. Of Theresa, formerly of Milwaukee and Cedarburg. Passed away on Sun., Nov. 24, 2013. Shirley enjoyed gardening, playing darts, and a good game of sheepshead. Those who knew Shirley always left her home with a full belly and a friend. Survived by husband Jack; children Kelly (Craig) Smith and their...
Glenn Bettenhausen
Nov 22, 2013
Glenn J. Bettenhausen of West Bend, WI., entered into eternal life on Friday, November 22, 2013. Glenn was born to the late Frederick and Sylvia (nee Subbert) on May 11, 1926 in Manhatten, IL. He then Married Marion G. (nee Schneider) on October 11, 1952 at Garden Homes Evangelical Lutheran Church of Milwaukee. Glenn was Born and raised in Manhatten,...
Brian Hults
Nov 21, 2013
Brian Hults, age 57, found eternal peace on Thursday, November 21, 2013. He is a veteran of the US Army. He enjoyed taking walks through the woods, reading, and diving. Above all, he loved spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his parents, John "Bob" and Beverly (nee Philipp); children, Leon (Evelyn), Shane (Julie), and Donielle (Rich) Daley;...
Vincent Brunner
Nov 21, 2013
Vincent "Shorty" Brunner, age 89 years of Fredonia, died in the early morning hours on Thursday, November 21, 2013 at the Harbor Club. He was born in Milwaukee on October 5, 1924 to the late Jonas "Jack" and Ruth (nee Sackett) Brunner. Shorty married Lucille (nee Goeppert) on April 26, 1952 and settled in Fredonia to raise their family. He...
Donald Kurtz
Nov 20, 2013
Donald A. Kurtz, 82 of West Bend, died on Wednesday, November 20, 2013 surrounded by his loved ones at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital following a four year battle with lung cancer. He was born on August 5, 1931 to the late Albert and Hattie (nee Lamphear) Kurtz in Horicon, WI. Donald graduated as Salutatorian of the Horicon High School Class...
Thomas Sancomb
Nov 20, 2013
Thomas P. Sancomb, 78, of the town of Trenton, passed away on November 20, 2013 at Cedar Lake Home. He was born on June 9, 1935, in Milwaukee, WI to Charles and Mabel (nee Porath) Sancomb. He was a Portfolio Manager for BC Ziegler & Co. before retirement. He married Carole (nee Bakke) on Aug.31, 1957. He is survived by...
Sarah Krcil
Nov 20, 2013
Luella Sarah Krcil (nee Richardson) passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at the age of 90 years. She is preceded in death by her husband Leo, son Gerald, and daughter-in-law Marge. Memorial Services will be held at a later date.
Raymond Niemi
Nov 18, 2013
Raymond "Ray" G. Niemi, age 83 years, of Jackson, passed away Monday, November 18, 2013 at Jackson Crossings. Ray was born on March 3, 1930 in Michigan to Matt and Lydeia (nee Pajala) Niemi. He served in the US Army from 1951-1953 in the Korean Conflict. Ray married Olinda (nee Bruemmer) on August 18, 1984. He loved sports, both live...
Ruth Altschaefl
Nov 18, 2013
Ruth Ann Altschaefl (nee Brugger) entered eternal life at her home with her loving husband at her side on Monday, November 18, 2013 at the age of 77 years. Ruth was born on November 13, 1936 in West Bend to George and Olive (nee Schneider) Brugger. She married Joseph Altschaefl on September 10, 1955 at Holy Angels Catholic Church. Ruth...
Arthur Washick
Nov 13, 2013
Arthur 'Art' A. Washick, age 75, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at The Kathy Hospice. He was born on December 1, 1937 to Arthur and Lillian (nee Geminden). Art graduated from West Bend High School Class of '56 and served in the United States Marine Corps from 1956-1960. He married Rosemary L. (nee Hanke) on October 13, 1962...
Betty Freese
Nov 13, 2013
Betty J. Freese of Cullman, Alabama (formerly of Cedarburg, WI) passed away at home on Wednesday November 13 after a brief illness. She was born in New Castle, PA to Sara (Artz) and Fredrick Dangle. On July 23, 1949 she married John (Skinny) Freese. Following their marriage they moved to Wisconsin. Betty was a founding member of Faith Lutheran Church...
Roderick Backey
Nov 12, 2013
Roderick "Rod" M. Backey, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at the age of 76 years. Rod was born on August 16, 1937 in Sheboygan to Roderick, Sr. and Carol (nee Cook) Backey. He was a graduate of Central High School, Class of 1955. Rod went on to attend both Marquette University and Milwaukee School of Engineering. Rod...
Harry Petrie
Nov 7, 2013
Petrie, Harry E., 97, passed away on Thur., Nov. 7, 2013. He was a WWII Army Air Force veteran. Harry and his sister-in-law, Clara Kilbourn owned and operated Jaeger Pontiac Dealership in Milwaukee. He is survived by his loving son, Ronald (Sandra) Petrie. No formal services will be held.
Sara Bazelak
Nov 7, 2013
Sara "Sandy" J. Bazelak (nee Jannetto), age 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 7, 2013 at St. Joseph's Hospital in West Bend. She was born on March 2, 1927 to the late Sam and Mary (nee Sirna). She was a volunteer at St. Joseph's Hospital for over ten years. Sandy loved knitting and crocheting. Above all, she enjoyed spending...
Forrest Deitsch
Nov 5, 2013
Forrest "Gene" E. Deitsch, age 90, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2013. He was born on August 26, 1923 in Celina, Ohio to the late Henry and Rachel (nee Runkel) Deitsch. He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. Gene married Clara (nee Whetstone) on January 15, 1955 in Michigan. He retired from Wisconsin Paperboard Company. Gene...
Frank Derer
Nov 3, 2013
Frank J. Derer passed away on Sunday, November 4, 2013 at the age of 87 years. Frank was born on February 6, 1926 in Madison to Marcus and Frances (nee Undras) Derer. He married the love of his life, Alice Harrison, on September 4, 1948 at St. Bernard's Catholic Church in Madison. Frank proudly served his country as a veteran...
Raymond Mayer
Nov 2, 2013
MAYER, Raymond M. Age 78. Found peace Sat., Nov. 2, 2013 surrounded by his family. Survived by children Gregory and Cynthia (Ronald) Gresbach and six grandchildren. Further survived by other relatives and dear friends. Preceded in death by his beloved wife Janet, parents, and three brothers. Mass of Christian Burial at 2PM on Wed., Nov. 6th at St. Boniface Catholic...
Henry Herther
Nov 2, 2013
Henry "Hank" W. Herther passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at the age of 83 years. Hank was born on February 26, 1930 to Henry and Frieda (nee Krueger) Herther. Hank is survived by his wife of 60 years, Phyllis (nee Beger); son Jeffrey (Linnette); and grandsons Tyler and Brennen (Amanda). He is further survived by his brother Kenneth...
Ralph Apazeller
Nov 1, 2013
APAZELLER, Ralph J. Age 81. Passed away Fri., Nov. 1, 2013. Survived by wife of 56 years, Anita (nee Dumke); children Mark (Sharon) and Kay (Dan) Gilbert; grandchildren Stacy, Kyle, Ashley, Colin, and Jake. Further survived by other relatives and dear friends. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30PM on Tues., Nov. 5th at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, 1025...
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