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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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...

Dawn Stenberg

Dawn Stenberg

Feb 7, 2023

Dawn M. Stenberg (nee Bastian), loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and best friend passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, February 7th, after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. No matter how sick she was, she was always focused on the future and never stopped fighting. There was no quit in Dawn, and through her we know...

Donald Schneider

Donald Schneider

Feb 6, 2023

Donald "Don" L. Schneider, age 92, went to be with the LORD on Monday, February 6, 2023 at New Perspectives in West Bend. He was born on June 8, 1930 in St. Michaels to Michael and Rose (nee Gross) Schneider. Don was raised in Washington County along his brother Wilbur (who passed away at the age of 8) and 3...

Ausma Larson

Ausma Larson

Feb 6, 2023

Ausma "Debbie" M. Larson (nee Pieka), age 85, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023 at The Kathy Hospice in West Bend. She was born on May 25, 1937, in Riga, Latvia to Karlis and Mirzda Pieka. On September 16, 1960, she married David Larson and began their family. Ausma is survived by her children; Leonard (Janet McClain Lambert) LaRue,...

Dorothy Weber

Dorothy Weber

Feb 5, 2023

Dorothy Mae Weber, age 80 of West Bend passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023 at her residence. She was born May 8, 1942 in Milwaukee, the daughter of Delores and Donald Brock. Dorothy was raised in Jackson, Wisconsin. She married Lewis R. Weber on June 22, 1963 at Fifth Avenue Methodist in West Bend, Wisconsin. Lewis passed away October 1,...

James Konzal

James Konzal

Feb 3, 2023

James (Slim) C. Konzal (75), of West Bend, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on February 3, 2023. Jim was a loving, compassionate, and seemingly funny husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He enjoyed feeding his birds and squirrels and was able to fix nearly everything. He enjoyed his video slot games and playing cards with his card...

Jerome Eberhardt

Jerome Eberhardt

Feb 3, 2023

Jerome J. Eberhardt passed away peacefully at home at the age of 73 on Friday, February 3rd, 2023. Jerome was born on May 15, 1949, to John and Bernice (nee Becker) Eberhardt. Jerome graduated from Slinger High School in 1968. Afterwards, Jerome was drafted and served in the United States Army from 1969 to 1971 during the Vietnam War. After...

Robert Kratz

Robert Kratz

Feb 2, 2023

Robert W. Kratz "Bob" Passed peacefully on Thursday, February 2, 2023, at the age of 93. He was born in Slinger, WI, the son of William and Louise (Nee Riesch) Kratz. Bob graduated from Slinger High School, and went on to graduate from what is now Lakeland College. Bob was a proud United States Air Force Veteran, serving during the...

Troy Zurbuchen

Troy Zurbuchen

Feb 1, 2023

Troy M. Zurbuchen, age 53 of West Bend passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at his residence. He was born in Milwaukee, January 25, 1970, the son of Joyce (Bugalski) and John Zurbuchen. Troy was born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and graduated from Pius XI Catholic High School. He married Suzanne L. Miller, July 14, 2020 in Sturgeon Bay,...

David Moore

David Moore

Jan 31, 2023

David G. Moore, age 87 years old West Bend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at the Majestic Heights assisted living in Hartford. He was born on April 27, 1935 in Waukesha, WI. David married his love, Herta (Emmi) E. Moore (nee Schoedel) in Munchberg in 1956. She then came to the United States to be with her...

Kenneth Juedes

Kenneth Juedes

Jan 30, 2023

Kenneth "Ken" Robert Juedes, age 68, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 30, 2023 at his home in West Bend. Kenneth was born on November 17, 1954 to Frederick and Florence (nee Calenberg) Juedes. Ken graduated from West Bend East High School and then attended Moraine Park Technical School earning an Associate's degree in Marketing. He enjoyed retail sales, especially...

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