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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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David Mertzig
Feb 16, 2022
David "Dave" Mertzig, age 82, passed away on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at his home in West Bend. He was born in his grandparents' home in Fillmore, on September 3, 1939 to Oliver and Leona (nee Mueller) Mertzig. Raised on that farm, he grew to be the man that anyone who knew him, loved. His Catholic upbringing taught him to...
Stephanie Bailey
Feb 15, 2022
Stephanie Bailey, age 38, passed away on Tuesday, February 15th, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She was born on October 6, 1983 in Milwaukee, WI to Lisa Horvath. Stephanie enjoyed art and theater, dancing and being with her friends and family, but most of all spending time with her daughter Bella, the brightest part of her life. Stephanie is survived by...
Alice Verhaalen
Feb 13, 2022
Alice H. Verhaalen (Nee Korneli) Found peace and joined her Lord on Sunday, February 13, 2022 at the age of 80. She was born in the Town of Cedarburg, the daughter of Joseph and Mary Korneli. Alice was a 1959 graduate of Cedarburg High School. She married the love of her life, Roger R. Verhaalen, on August 11, 1962. Alice...
Bonnie Erickson
Feb 12, 2022
Bonnie L. (Schneider) Erickson, 75, passed away on February 12, 2022 at home, after losing her battle with cancer. She was a very giving and unselfish person who always wanted to hear about you and your family instead of talking about herself. She would light up with a smile and a "Hi sweetie!" when she greeted you. She was always...
Jimmy Heuser
Feb 10, 2022
Of West Bend passed away unexpectedly at home Thursday, February 10, 2022, at the age of 82. The son of the late Clarence and Maude Heuser. Beloved husband of Sandra (nee Weiland) Heuser for 60 years. Cherished Dad of Lisa (David) Miller, Lorrie (David) Wendegatz, Kelly Heuser, and Eric Heuser. Proud Grandpa of Melissa (Doug) Raddemann, Amanda (Jason) Helnes, Holly...
Richard Jeranek
Feb 9, 2022
Richard "Dick" Raymond Jeranek Sr., age 80, passed away on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at his home in Lakewood, WI. He was born on March 30, 1941 in Richfield, WI to Raymond and Martha (nee Johnson) Jeranek. He graduated from Hartford Union High School and married his love, Mary McKay on February 24, 1968. Dick enjoyed hunting and riding his...
Roy Rusch
Feb 7, 2022
Roy S. Rusch 74, passed away peacefully February 7, 2022 in Home Hospice with his family at his side, after a hard fought 2nd battle of cancer caused by Agent Orange during the Vietnam War. Roy was born to Wera and Theodore Rusch Sr. November 23, 1947. Growing up, Roy had an interest in sports, hunting and fishing. In high...
Paul Schneiss
Feb 7, 2022
Paul A. Schneiss, age 90, went home to be with his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, surrounded by his family on Monday, February 7, 2022. He was born on September 2, 1931 to Carl and Norma (nee Priebe) Schneiss and was a lifelong resident of West Bend. Paul enjoyed his childhood years being raised on the family farm. It is...
Kevin Windischman Jr.
Feb 6, 2022
Windischman Jr., Kevin F. passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2022 at the age of 35. Beloved son of Kevin and Jeanine (nee Schmitz). Loving brother of Jeremiah (Jennifer) and Ryan. Proud uncle of Jesse, Joshua and Jayden. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Kevin had an associates degree from WCTC and worked at Milwaukee Harley for many years....
Paul Rogers
Feb 5, 2022
Rogers, Paul E. of Slinger passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022 at the age of 67. Beloved husband of Cindy (nee Jaszczyk). Loving father of Matthew (Fiance Andrea Schulthess) and Jacob. Dear son of Judith (the late Stanley). Dear brother of Mark (Suzie) and Jane (Steve) Kearney. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Visitation at the Funeral...
Henry Prom
Feb 4, 2022
Henry M. Prom passed away Friday, February 4, 2022 at the age of 89. Henry was raised in Belgium, WI and attended St. Mary's Catholic School. He served in the US Army in France during the Korean Conflict. Following discharge he was employed at Rice Pump and at Kiekaefer in Cedarburg. Following his marriage on April 28, 1956 (66 years),...
Donald Schultz
Feb 4, 2022
Donald H. Schultz Sr. was born on November 17, 1933 in Saukville passed away Friday, February 4, 2022, Age 88. Son of Herbert and Mamie (nee Meyer) Schultz. He was raised in Saukville and graduated from Port Washington High School. Don was a member of the US Army from 1954 until 1956. On August 25, 1956 he married Karen Glander...
Dennis Benn
Feb 4, 2022
Dennis Benn: 1956-2022 On February 4, 2022, Dennis Benn was united for eternity with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was also reunited with his beloved father, Larry Benn, his grandparents, his godmother and many relatives and friends that preceded him. Dennis is survived by his beloved mother, Elaine Benn (Ed Dubsky), siblings Preston (Kim) Mangan, Dean Benn, Nona...
Dawn Moericke
Feb 2, 2022
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Patricia Lennartz
Feb 1, 2022
Patricia Ann Lennartz, age 76, passed away on Tuesday, February 1, 2021 at the Waterford in West Bend. She was born on November 3, 1945 to Joseph and Virginia (nee Martin) Lennartz. Patricia enjoyed volunteer work, back in her days, in Jackson, enjoyed doing yard work and loved spending time with her family. Patricia is survived by daughter, Elizabeth "Beth"...
Irene Brenner
Jan 31, 2022
Irene Emma Brenner (nee Ronnei), age 90, passed away on Monday, January 31, 2022 at New Perspective in West Bend. She was born on December 26, 1931 in Eau Claire, WI to Oscar and Mabel (nee Bonnesville) Ronnei. Irene married Donald Brenner and they raised their family in Wauwatosa. She was an elementary school teacher in the Elmbrook School System...
Terence Taylor
Jan 30, 2022
Terence "Terry" Daniel Taylor, age 79, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 30, 2022 at the Wellington Place in Hartford. He was born on October 11, 1942 in Milwaukee to Daniel and Clara (nee Manz) Taylor. Terry enjoyed sports, sports, and more sports! He played tennis and basketball at the high school and collegiate level, and he was an avid...
John Tennies
Jan 29, 2022
John "Jack" Leo Tennies Sr., 76, passed away very unexpectedly while "up north" at the cottage. Many of us knew Jack as a quiet, gentle, and caring man who would give you the "shirt off his back" if you needed it. The times you spent with him left you with sports and hunting knowledge that you didn't even know you...
Ruth Whyte
Jan 29, 2022
Ruth Marie Jacoby Whyte, 100, died January 29 at Cedar Bay West in West Bend, Wisconsin. Born August 21, 1921, in Waukesha to Robert and Anna Jacoby. She lived most of her life in rural Waukesha. Ruth was married for 70 years to Gordon H. Whyte whom she married August 31, 1941. She served as Waukesha County Extension Homemaker and...
Nicole Felten
Jan 28, 2022
Nicole Desireé Felten (Martinez) was born on June 16th, 1986 and raised in Brown Deer Wisconsin where she attended Brown Deer High School and graduated in 2004. She was employed at Gustave A. Larson as a warranty claims coordinator. Nicole delighted in watching sports of all kinds and talking about sports. She especially appreciated those conversations with her brother Tony...
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