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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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Emilio Lopez Pagan

Emilio Lopez Pagan

Dec 2, 2023

Emilio Lopez Pagan, age 74 passed away in his sleep on December 2,2023 in his home in West Bend, Wisconsin. He was Born in Aguas Buenas, Puerto Rico to Bernardo and Agueda Lopez. He will be joining his parents Bernardo and Agueda Lopez, his siblings David Lopez, Edelmiro Lopez, Diego Lopez and Jacinto Lopez in his new eternal home in...

Dr. William Schapfel Dvm

Dr. William Schapfel Dvm

Dec 2, 2023

Visitation will be held Saturday January 27th, 2024, starting at 1pm and the service starting at 2pm at West Bend Community Church, 2005 S. Main St. West Bend, WI 53095 Dr. William John Schapfel, 83, of West Bend, passed away on December 2, 2023, at his residence in the comfort of his loving wife of 60 years. He...

Marjory Moder

Marjory Moder

Dec 1, 2023

Marjory Ann Moder (Snyder) 1930-2023 Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great grandmother, Aunt & Friend. We will remember her for her baking, cooking, dancing in the kitchen, board games, daily crossword puzzles, generous heart, and boisterous laugh. Marjory Ann Moder, 93 of Jackson, Wisconsin, died surrounded by her loving family on Dec. 1, 2023. She is preceded in death by her parents...

Peter Swanson

Peter Swanson

Nov 30, 2023

Peter John Swanson, age 57, was born to eternal life on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at the Kathy House Hospice in West Bend, WI. He was born on September 30, 1966, to Charles and Brenda (nee Stokhaug) Swanson. Peter is survived by his wife of 32 years, Janet (nee Schlatterer). His sons Joshua (Keelee), and Jeremiah (Miika), sisters-in-law Ellyne and...

Marcia Krenek

Marcia Krenek

Nov 30, 2023

Marcia Martha Rose Krenek (Gueldner) was taken home by her heavenly Father on November 30, 2023, at the age of 79. She passed away peacefully under the loving care of the 3rd floor staff at Froedtert Hospital in West Bend, WI, with her family at her side. Marcia was born in Milwaukee, WI, on June 5, 1944, into the family...

Arlene Horton

Arlene Horton

Nov 28, 2023

Arlene E Horton (nee Surprise), age 99, passed away peacefully at the Waterford of West Bend with her family nearby.  Born 6/21/24, she lived in West Allis, WI where she met the love of her life.  She married James F Horton on August 20, 1942 and celebrated 73 years together.  Together they raised their family in New Berlin, WI. Throughout...

Margaret Weske

Margaret Weske

Nov 25, 2023

Margaret "Marge" S. Weske (nee Bilicki), age 83, joined the Lord on Saturday, November 25, 2023. She was born in West Allis, WI, on October 25, 1940, the daughter of the late Frank and Martha (nee Kaczmarek) Bilicki. Marge graduated from West Allis Central Highschool. She married James W. Weske on October 8, 1960. Marge worked for Kohls Department Store...

Sandra Zopf

Sandra Zopf

Nov 25, 2023

Sandra "Sandy" D. Zopf (nee Hansen), loving wife, mom, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 25 at the age of 78. Sandy had a warm heart, a bright smile, and a comforting demeanor.  She exemplified generosity, integrity and sometimes an unexpected touch of sass. Born to Lester and Mabel (nee Voelz) Hansen, she graduated from Custer High...

Pamela Guenther

Pamela Guenther

Nov 22, 2023

Pamela M. Guenther (nee Scholz) Passed peacefully on November 22, 2023, at her home, with family members at her side. She was born in Milwaukee, WI, the daughter of the late Louis and Pearlinda (nee Merten) Scholz. Pamela graduated from Divine Savior Holy Angels in 1962, and later married the love of her life, Robert Guenther on April 24, 1965....

Ervin Wilson

Ervin Wilson

Nov 21, 2023

Ervin H Wilson, 87, entered eternal life on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. Ervin is survived by his wife Renee Wilson (nee Bartman) of 56 years; children, Tony (Kim), Susan (Rick), Bridgit (Jeff), Theresa (Scott); grandchildren, Matthew, Andrea, Michael II, Monica, Ronald, Martin, Michael, Maria and Sarah; and 8 great-grandchildren. He is further survived by his brother, Harold; sister, Darlene; other...

Gerald Sagadin

Gerald Sagadin

Nov 18, 2023

Gerald "Jerry" F. Sagadin passed peacefully on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at the age of 85. Jerry was born in Milwaukee, WI, the son of the late Frank and Mary (nee Potisk) Sagadin. He graduated from Custer High School and proudly worked on the family farm in Colgate, WI. Jerry enjoyed participating in Calf roping during State Fairs, and several...

Wayne Nokes

Wayne Nokes

Nov 14, 2023

Wayne C. Nokes Passed peacefully on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at the Fields at The Samaritan Health Center, in West Bend. He was born in Elkhorn, WI, the son of the late Verlyn and Mary (nee Enright) Nokes. After high school, Wayne proudly served in the United States Navy from 1955 until 1957 and continued in the reserves until 61....

Jamee Davis

Jamee Davis

Nov 8, 2023

Jamee Kathleen Davis, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on November 8, 2023, in Kewaskum, Wisconsin. Born on September 9, 1995, in Fort Worth, Texas, Jamee was a beacon of positivity and creativity who touched countless lives with her vibrant spirit and unwavering kindness. The only daughter of Kathleen and David Goodreau, Jamee grew up in a loving...

Mercedes Duncan

Mercedes Duncan

Nov 7, 2023

Mercedes Duncan (nee Gomez), of Oakfield, WI. Was called home to God on November 7, 2023 at the age of 61. Born to Epifanio R and Maria Luz (nee Martinez) Gomez on December 17, 1961 in Phoenix, AZ. Where she was raised with her 12 brothers and sisters.  Graduate of Dysart High School in the class of 1980.  Later married...

Richard Slavik

Richard Slavik

Nov 7, 2023

Richard Allen Slavik, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at the Kettle Moraine Gardens in Kewaskum. He was born on October 5, 1938 in Newburg, WI to Wenzel and Marie (nee Gruber) Slavik. On September 30th, 1961 he married his love, Joan (nee Flasch) Slavik at St. Mary's Immaculate Conception. Richard was proud to serve in the...

Mary Jacklin

Mary Jacklin

Nov 6, 2023

Mary Kathryn Jacklin (nee Powell), age 79, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023 at Serenity Villa in Slinger. She was born on November 22, 1943 in Texas to Walter and Geraldine (nee McDermott) Powell. Mary enjoyed reading, watching birds at her feeders and spending time with her five grandsons. Mary is survived by her two sons, William Jacklin and...

John Luehring

John Luehring

Nov 6, 2023

John H. "Pete" Luehring, of West Bend, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2023, at home surrounded by family. He was born on March 27, 1933, in Milwaukee, WI, the son of the late John George and Renna (nee Brown) Luehring.  He graduated from Washington High School in Milwaukee in 1951 and the University of WI in Madison in 1955,...

Samuel Olivo

Samuel Olivo

Nov 5, 2023

Samuel "Sam" G. Olivo , age 74, passed away on November 5, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on June 4, 1949 to Antonio and Dolores (nee Winkel) Olivo. Sam honorably served in the United States Marine Corps from 1967 – 1971 as an aircraft and engine mechanic.  He served during the Vietnam Era and proudly earned...

Marlene Lee

Marlene Lee

Nov 2, 2023

Marlene "Molly" Lee Passed away November 2, 2023 in Hartford, Wisconsin. She married Richard Lee and had five children: Linda (Mark), Mary (Dan Komp), John (Nancy), Susan, Robert (Agnes); 14 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren. Her husband, Richard, her sister Patricia Dumke and son-in-law Chuck Knickrehm preceded her in death. A graduate of Custer High School, she worked beside her...

Neil Kroll

Neil Kroll

Oct 31, 2023

Neil E. Kroll of Cedarburg, Wisconsin, passed away October 31, 2023, at the age of 80. Neil was born in Mequon, Wisconsin, on February 21, 1943, the son of the late Irvin and Leona (nee Rost) Kroll. Neil will be deeply missed by his beloved wife of 59 years, Karen Kroll (nee Haapanen), and his two daughters, Lori (Matt) Frey...

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