Obituaries

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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Calvin Cudnohoske

Calvin Cudnohoske

Mar 17, 2023

Calvin C. Cudnohoske "Cal" Passed away on Friday, March 17, 2023, at the age of 81. Cal was born in Milwaukee, WI, on April 18, 1941, the son of Edward and Mildred Cudnohoske. He married Mary E. Bauer on May 7, 1994, at Calvary Assembly of God, in West Bend. Cal served in the United States Army as a Stenographer...

Pamela Kell

Pamela Kell

Mar 13, 2023

Pamela Dawn Kell, age 69, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 13, 2023 at the Aurora Medical Center in Grafton. She was born on February 12, 1954 to Shawn and Lorraine (nee Scholtes) Kell. Pam enjoyed living life "like someone left the gate open." She loved travel, the beach, reading, and a good Old Fashioned. Pam devoted her life to...

Joyce Ritzenthaler

Joyce Ritzenthaler

Mar 12, 2023

Joyce M. Ritzenthaler, (nee Wolter), age 78, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born on February 25, 1945 in Loyal, WI to Daniel and Nina (nee Castner) Wolter. Joyce graduated from Loyal High School in 1963 and UW-Stevens Point in 1967. She taught in the Milwaukee Public School District...

Donald Preston

Donald Preston

Mar 10, 2023

Donald Leon Preston, age 97 of West Bend, Wisconsin passed away Friday, March 10, 2023 at his residence. He was born May 21, 1925 in Ainsworth, Wisconsin the son of Chester and Lily Preston. Donald was raised in Pearson, Wisconsin and attended the University of Minnesota, class of 1945. He married Edna Mae Schimmel, September 21, 1951 and was employed...

Loren Willis Ii

Loren Willis Ii

Mar 8, 2023

Loren Michael Willis II died unexpectedly on March 8, 2023 in the Village of Hartland, Wisconsin. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death. Loren was born on August 8, 1994, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the parents of Loren Willis and Donna Hembel-Willis. Loren professed hope in Jesus Christ as a teenager. He attended St. Peter Catholic...

James "Jim" Michalowski

James "Jim" Michalowski

Mar 4, 2023

James "Jim" Joseph Michalowski, age 60 passed away Saturday, March 4, 2023 at his home with his family by his side. He was born June 9, 1962 in Waupun, WI the son of Dorothy (Przybyl) and John Michalowski. Jim graduated from Waupun High School, then received his Associates Degree in accounting from Moraine Park Technical School in Fond du Lac....

Dennis Bigley

Dennis Bigley

Mar 3, 2023

Dennis Bigley (60) ran into the arms of his Maker on Friday, March 3rd, 2023. He was a loving husband to Susan and a caring dad to Alicia, Jansen, and Sarah. He had a tiny shadow (a.k.a. grandson) by the name of Jonathan and a beautiful new grandson Leon that he treasured. Dennis was a handyman, country road cruiser, defender...

Walter Thompson

Walter Thompson

Mar 3, 2023

Walter A. Thompson "Walt" Of West Bend, WI, passed peacefully on Friday, March 3, 2023, at the age of 92. He was born in Rhame, North Dakota on May 7, 1930, the son of Wallace A. and Anna E. (Nee Hanson) Thompson. Walt graduated from St. John's Military Academy-Delafield in 1947, and Carroll College Class of 1952. He married the...

Maxine Wagner

Maxine Wagner

Mar 2, 2023

Maxine E. Wagner, Oshkosh, WI Maxine E. Wagner, 72, passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023, at Froedtert Hospice in West Bend, after a lingering illness. She was born on March 28, 1950, in Chippewa Falls, daughter of Clarence and Evelyn (Morey) Schirmacher. She attended Oshkosh West High School. She was united in marriage with Tim Wagner in August 1969. They...

Amy Immel

Amy Immel

Mar 2, 2023

Amy B. Immel (Nee Keso) Entered into eternal life on March 2, 2023, after cancer took her too soon, at the age of 56. She was born on December 24, 1966, in Antigo, WI. The daughter of Daniel J. & Bonnie (Nee Straley) Keso. Amy Graduated from Lomira High School. Amy worked as a Screen Press Operator at Serigraph Inc...

Joseph "Joe" Schwartz

Joseph "Joe" Schwartz

Mar 2, 2023

Joseph "Joe" W. Schwartz, age 75 of West Bend passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023 at Aurora Medical Center of Grafton, Wisconsin with his loving wife by his side. He was born December 17, 1947 in Park Falls, Wisconsin, son of Thelma (Young) and Carl Schwartz. Joe was a volunteer cook, serving at least once a month for the Harvest...

Patrick Kitkowski

Patrick Kitkowski

Mar 2, 2023

Patrick "Pat" Matthew Kitkowski, age 62, passed away on Thursday, March 2, 2023. He was born on March 17, 1960 to Edward and Geraldine (nee Hibicke) Kitkowski. Pat married Donna (nee Gruling) on October 31, 1992. Pat honorably served in the United States Army for 14 years. Pat enjoyed grilling, fishing, camping, gardening, woodworking and most of all spending time...

Mary Gruman

Mary Gruman

Mar 2, 2023

Our dear mother Mary Ann Gruman, born January 26, 1931 in Milwaukee, WI sadly passed away on March 2, 2023 at an age of 92 years old. Mary is survived by daughter Kathy, son Kyle and husband Tim Tiefenthaler and younger daughter Connie, sons Jay and Adam, daughter Nadia and husband Hasan Tarbah. Her surviving siblings sister Pat, son Craig...

Thomas Johnson

Thomas Johnson

Feb 26, 2023

Thomas "Tom" L. Johnson, age 65 of Slinger, Wisconsin passed away, Sunday, February 26, 2023 peacefully at his home with his loving wife Judy by his side. Tom was born January 11, 1958 in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin the son of Natalie (Mlodzik) and William Johnson. Tom and Judy had 25 wonderful years together, traveling to Hawaii 14 times, Key West, NASCAR...

Elizabeth Fleury

Elizabeth Fleury

Feb 24, 2023

Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Fleury (nee Degenhardt), age 79, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2023 at Serenity Villa in Slinger. She was born on October 8, 1943 in Milwaukee, WI. Betty was adopted and raised by her sister, Virginia (nee Jankowski) Degenhardt and Albert Degenhardt. Betty enjoyed playing cards, reading novels, dining out with friends and family and traveling with...

Christine Pruitt

Christine Pruitt

Feb 23, 2023

Christine Lynn Pruitt, age 75 passed away Thursday, February 23, 2023 at Cedar Community in West Bend, Wisconsin. She was born January 4, 1948, the daughter of Edna (Reysen) and Harold Schuldt. At the request of Christine, no services will be held. The Phillip Funeral Home has been entrusted with the final arrangements.

John Boldt

John Boldt

Feb 22, 2023

John Milton Boldt took his final trip to his heavenly home on February 22, 2023. He was born to Milton Eugene and Elizabeth Louise (nee Mueller) Boldt on May 21, 1948, in Sheboygan, WI. John lived a life of amazing adventures and service to others. John traveled the globe visiting Europe, Canada, Mexico, and across the United States. John's favorite...

William Staiduhar

William Staiduhar

Feb 21, 2023

William "Bill" Staiduhar, age 64, was sent to meet his heavenly father Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at Harbor Haven in Fond Du Lac. He was a beloved father and friend. Bill leaves behind a loving wife of 38 years, Karen (nee Seiser); 7 children, Cassandra Rhoades (Chad), Crystal Ehlers (Tim), Amanda Ziech (Jesse), Jessica Anton (Seth), Jamie Staiduhar, Jerod Staiduhar...

Ryan Mercier

Ryan Mercier

Feb 11, 2023

Ryan James Mercier, age 41, went to heaven on February 11, 2023. He was born on December 20, 1981 in Menomonee Falls, WI to James and Terry (née Hassler) Mercier. Ryan is survived by his children Gabrielle and Gavin Mercier, parents Jim and Terry Mercier, brothers Andy (Crystal) Mercier, Nick Mercier (Jenna Lucas) and Jake Mercier, nephews Mason and Austin...

Gerald Princl

Gerald Princl

Feb 8, 2023

Gerald "JP" Princl, age 80 of Slinger, Wisconsin passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at The Kathy Hospice in West Bend, Wisconsin. He was born February 20, 1942 in Manitowoc County the son of Arnold and Alice (Luckow) Princl. Jerry was born and raised in Mishicot, Wisconsin and graduated in 1960 from Mishicot High School. He married Mary L. Benzinger...

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