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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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Jeffrey R. Nowak
Feb 4, 2026
Jeffrey R. Nowak entered the gates of heaven with his strong and loving family by his side on February 4, 2026 at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center. He was born on December 7, 1965 to Richard and Ellen Nowak (nee Goldbeck). Jeff was a devoted father and an even more devoted grandfather. His number one passion in life was his...
Robert A Stommel
Feb 4, 2026
Robert Alan Stommel, 56, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 4,2026 with his family by his side after a brief battle with cancer. He was born on April 16,1969, in Allenton, WI to Charles and Ramona (Nee:Seil) Stommel. Bob graduated from Slinger High School and worked at Metalcraft of Mayville’s West Bend Facility for many years. In his spare time,...
Gary C. Bronson
Feb 3, 2026
Gary Charles (Juice) Bronson November 23, 1946~February 3, 2026 Gary Bronson (79) joined Jesus on February 3, 2026 surrounded by his wife Barb, and family. He was born in La Crosse, WI on November 23, 1946 to Carl and Gladys (Anderson) Bronson from Cashton, and it was there he met his soul mate, Barbara, in the nursery at the same...
Vernon W Liesenberg
Feb 2, 2026
Vernon W. Liesenberg (“Vern”) of West Bend, Wisconsin has passed away peacefully at the age of 94. On February 2, 2026, he departed to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Vernon was born into a Cedarburg, Wisconsin family, the eldest of three children including brother Edgar, Jr. and sister Judy. His parents were the late Edgar Liesenberg, Sr....
Martha Ann Watson
Feb 2, 2026
Martha Ann (Marty) Weber Watson passed to the promise of eternal life peacefully after receiving her final communion & sacrament of the sick, with praying hands holding a rosary and a scapular draping her neck. Praying our mom joins her loved ones including son David E. Watson & our father Michael L. Watson Sr., her parents John Edward Weber &...
Don Clarence Dobson
Feb 2, 2026
Don C. Dobson, age 81, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026. He was born on September 12, 1944, in Grayling, MI to Donald and Peggy Hamblin Dobson. Don enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing and was a long-time member of the Ozaukee Guzzlers MC and Fillmore Gun Club. Don is survived by his Wife of 24 years, Diane (Froemming)...
Joseph m Tomaszewski
Jan 30, 2026
On January 30, 2026, Joseph Michael Tomaszewski passed away peacefully with family by his side. While the certificate may list a cause, those who knew and loved him understand that after the loss of his wife Mary Beth of 56 years just weeks earlier, Joe died of a broken heart. Joe was born on September 27, 1948, to John and...
Gary W Daley
Jan 30, 2026
Gary William Daley went home to the Lord on January 30.2026. Gary was born to Roland and Esther (Nee; Erickson) Daley on August 10,1944 in Lacrosse, Wisconsin. He is survived by his loving wife Mary (Nee: Geib) Daley, brother Tom (Dave) Daley of San Francisco, a beloved cousin Gloria Johnson of Milwaukee, as well as other relatives and friends. He...
Donald G Merten
Jan 28, 2026
Donald G. Merten, age 88, passed away on Wednesday, January 28,2026 at Aurora Medical Center in Summit, WI. He was born on March 14, 1937 in Youngstown, Ohio to Willliam and Georgianna (Nee: Schweikl) Merten. Donald served in the United States Airforce, after leaving the military, he went to teach Elementary for 36 years until his retirement. In 1960, in...
Susan Scott
Jan 27, 2026
Susan Katherine Scott (Nee: Boehm),85, passed away on Tuesday, January 27,2026 in West Bend, WI. Born in Green Bay, WI on April 9, 1940, the daughter of the late Rudolph & Helen (Nee: Donart) Boehm. After graduating from East High School, Susan went on to work as a secretary for Ross Wells for numerous of years. She was an avid...
John A. Kreuser
Jan 23, 2026
John A. Kreuser, age 59, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, after a courageous 8-month battle with cancer, at his home surrounded by family and close friends. He was born on March 23, 1966, in Hartford, WI to Donald and Judith (nee Krantz) Kreuser. John is survived by his loving wife, Beth (nee Erickson); children, Michael Kreuser, Zach (Payton)...
Patricia J Tenfel
Jan 19, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Jean Tenfel (Nee: Fitzgerald), age 95, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 19, 2026 at Froedtert Hospital in West Bend, with her family by her side. Pat was born in Chippewa Falls, WI on June 3,1930 to Patrick and Gertrude (Nee: Lawless) Fitzgerald. She was raised on her family farm in Boyd, WI and was a graduate from...
Thomas G. Luecke
Jan 18, 2026
Thomas G. Luecke, age 83, was called to his eternal rest on January 18, 2026. Thomas was born on December 13, 1942, to Alma (née Beseke) and Edwin Luecke. He was united in marriage to Karen A. Unseth on June 11, 1966, by his father-in-law, Pastor E. G. Unseth. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Karen...
Yvonne Theresa Boehnlein
Jan 17, 2026
Yvonne Theresa Boehnlein (nee Vachon), age 90, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Kirkland Crossing in Pewaukee. She was born on December 11, 1935, in Iron Mountain, MI to Jeffery and Rhea (nee Gauthier) Vachon. Yvonne enjoyed traveling and socializing with friends. She truly loved being a mom and grandma. Yvonne is survived by her children, David (Yuko),...
Virginia R Menzel
Jan 17, 2026
Virginia R (Hetzel) Menzel "Gena" Virginia "Gena", born July 20, 1929, passed away peacefully at the age of 96 at Kathy Hospice on Saturday, January 17, 2026. She was born and raised in Hartford, WI, the beloved daughter of the late Edwin and Laura (Brill) Hetzel. Gena attended St. Kilian's Catholic Elementary School, and Hartford Union High School graduating in...
Frances L Preston
Jan 16, 2026
Frances L. Preston, aka Fran, Grandma and Mama Preston, aged 76 years young passed away peacefully in her sleep at Froedert Medical College on Friday, January 16, 2026. Fran was born in Ortonville, Minnesota on November 9, 1949 to Shirley and “Mickey” Heffernan. After high school, Fran worked various jobs and attended night school to receive her associates degree. Her...
Katherine Koenig
Jan 14, 2026
Katherine “Kathie” Koenig, 78, of Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin, was born on July 29, 1947, in West Bend, Wisconsin, and passed away on January 14, 2026. Kathie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Her life was marked by curiosity, compassion, and a remarkable gift for bringing people together. High school sweethearts, Kathie and Richard “Rich” Koenig were married in...
Karen Scharinger
Jan 13, 2026
Karen Scharinger, age 83, passed away peacefully January 13,2026, leaving behind a life defined by learning, teaching, and a deep love for nature. Born May 1, 1942, in Sheboygan, WI, to John and Wilma Scharinger. Karen attended Central High School, graduating in 1960 as part of the school’s final graduating class. She was an active student involved in The National...
Matthew E Michaels
Jan 13, 2026
Matthew Ernest Michaels, 43, of West Bend, Wisconsin, was called home to be with the Lord on January 13, 2026, at Community Memorial Hospital in Menomonee Falls, surrounded by family. Matthew was born on December 18, 1982, in West Bend, Wisconsin, to Gordon Carl Michaels and Kathy Jean (Brunhart) Michaels. He was deeply loved, and we trust in God’s mercy,...
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