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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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Thomas Ruetten

Thomas Ruetten

Jan 11, 2022

Thomas Leigh Ruetten age 72 passed away on 1/11/22. Tom was born March 30, 1949, in Sparta Wisconsin to Fredrick Ruetten and Leona (Von Ruden). He grew up in Waukesha graduating from St Joseph's grade school and Catholic Memorial High School in Waukesha. He worked at Sentry Foods as an assistant produce manager and paid his own way through high...

William Lynch

William Lynch

Jan 11, 2022

William "Wild Bill" J. Lynch, age 78, passed away peacefully in the early morning of Tuesday January 11, 2022, surrounded by his favorite girls. He was born on May 26, 1943 and served in the United States Army. He was an avid outdoors man who loved hunting, fishing and taking naps in the sun. He was known for his MacGyver...

Conrad Schmidt

Conrad Schmidt

Jan 8, 2022

Conrad Raffay Schmidt, age 23, of West Bend, WI died January 8, 2022, from injuries sustained in a snowmobile accident. He was born August 7, 1998, to Dale and Jill Schmidt. Conrad was raised in West Bend and graduated from Slinger High School. Conrad loved spending time with his family, especially Monday night dinners with his grandma and grandpa Raffay...

James Koehn

James Koehn

Jan 8, 2022

James "Jack" Martin Koehn age 90, passed away with his family by his side on January 8, 2022. He was born August 5, 1931 to Walter and Frances (nee Wanner) Koehn in Milwaukee, WI. His family later moved to West Bend where Jack graduated from West Bend High School in 1949. Jack enlisted in the United States Air Force after...

Jonathan Becker

Jonathan Becker

Jan 8, 2022

Jonathan R. Becker, age 49, passed away unexpectedly on January 8, 2022. He was born on September 26, 1972.He was raised in Allenton WI and attended Slinger High School, Class of 1990. He was married to the love of his life Jennifer Lea Fitzwilliams on November 10, 2017. Jon was happiest when he was at home spending time with his...

Matthew Ziesemer

Matthew Ziesemer

Jan 7, 2022

Matthew Christian Ziesemer, age 18, passed away on Friday, January 7, 2022 at home in West Bend. He was born on January 19, 2003 in Green Bay, WI. Matthew enjoyed his acoustic guitar, skateboarding, fishing, boating, archery and anything with nature. Matthew is survived by his parents Mark and Debra (nee Zink) Ziesemer; sister Jenna Ziesemer; dog Toby; grandpa, William...

Janet Guyant

Janet Guyant

Jan 5, 2022

Janet Margaret Guyant, age 90, entered into eternal rest with her Savior on January 5, 2022. Janet was born on March 23, 1931, in Milwaukee, WI to Hilda and Raymond Kircher, Sr. She married John Edward Guyant on Oct. 11, 1952, and together they had 8 children, all who will miss her dearly: Linda (Glenn) Staehler, Vickie (Joseph) Brochu, Jean...

Frances Mueller

Frances Mueller

Jan 2, 2022

Frances "Fran" Mueller (nee Harris) of Hubertus entered into Eternal Life at the age of 88. Fran was born March 1, 1933, in Beloit, WI to William and Clara Harris. Beloved wife of Francis Mueller for 19 years until his passing in 1977. Devoted and loving mother of Richard, John and Lisa (Dave) Brainerd. Preceded in death by her brother...

John Rozenberger

John Rozenberger

Jan 1, 2022

John Martin Rozenberger, age 79, passed away on Saturday, January 1, 2022, at Aurora Medical Center Summit. He was born on August 21st, 1942, to Martin and Armella (Winter) Rozenberger. John was raised on a farm in Slinger along with his siblings where they learned the value of hard work. John had a large passion for vintage cars that he...

Linda Nelson

Linda Nelson

Jan 1, 2022

Linda M. Nelson (nee Bernloehr), 87, of West Bend, died peacefully Saturday, January 1st, 2022, at Froedert Medical Center surrounded by her family. She was born May 5th, 1934, in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, to the late Johnny and Minnie (nee Fredrickson) Bernloehr. Linda grew up on a small farm in southwestern Minnesota. As a young woman working at the local...

Arlyn Sarauer

Arlyn Sarauer

Dec 31, 2021

Arlyn A. Sarauer, 78, of Plymouth passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021. He was surrounded by his family at the time of passing at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice. Arlyn was born on June 4, 1943 to the late Vernon and Esther (nee: Dewitz) Sarauer in Fond du Lac, WI. He graduated from Kewaskum High School in 1961. Arlyn...

Kristy Banaszak

Kristy Banaszak

Dec 31, 2021

Kristy Marie Banaszak (née Watchke), age 59, entered eternal life on December 31, 2021, due to complications from Covid-19. Kristy was born on May 24, 1962, in New Ulm, Minnesota, to Howard and Alice (née Herbst) Watchke. She became involved in music starting at age 8, studying piano and flute, and graduated from Blaine Senior High School. She attended Dr....

James Horner

James Horner

Dec 29, 2021

James Harold Horner, age 81, passed away at his home in West Bend, WI on Wednesday December 29th, 2021. He was born on April 27th, 1940 in Racine WI to the late Ralph Sr and Clara (Olszewski) Horner. He was born and raised in Racine, WI up to age of 16 before moving to St Michaels, WI. He attended St...

David Hoffman

David Hoffman

Dec 27, 2021

David W. Hoffman, Jr. of Jackson, WI, age 78, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 27, 2021, at Kathy Hospice in West Bend, WI. He was born on August 9, 1943, in Marinette, WI, to David and Carrie (nee Andersen) Hoffman. David attended Coleman Highschool in Coleman, WI, where he enjoyed wrestling. David dutifully served in the United State Air...

Leah Peters

Leah Peters

Dec 27, 2021

Leah L. Peters age 53 passed away on Monday December 27, 2021. She was born on April 14, 1968, in West Bend to Linus and Christine (nee DeKarske) Peters. She graduated from West Bend High School and was employed at Buffalo Wild Wings in West Bend for 12 years. Leah loved her cats, old cars, all her outside animals, riding...

Monica Mcdaniel

Monica Mcdaniel

Dec 25, 2021

Monica A. (nee Meier) McDaniel, loved by many, was reunited with her beloved husband Tom, when she passed away on Christmas day surrounded by her daughters. She was born on May 1, 1931 to Charles and Marie (nee Cunningham) Meier. Monica was raised on a farm in Eden, Wisconsin and graduated from St. Mary's Springs Academy in Fond du Lac....

Alice Schemenauer

Alice Schemenauer

Dec 24, 2021

Alice Mary Schemenauer (nee Garvens) of West Bend entered into eternal life on Friday, December 24, 2021 at the age of 101. Beloved wife of Raymond J. Schemenauer for 57 years until his passing in 2002. Devoted and loving mother of Thomas (Peggy), Janet (Michael) Zimmermann, Allen and Kent (Barbara). She is survived by her sister Lucille Swain; seven grandchildren:...

Michael Schneider

Michael Schneider

Dec 23, 2021

Michael "Mikey" John Schneider, age 36, of Columbus, Wisconsin was welcomed to eternal life after his courageous battle with cancer on December 23rd, 2021. He was born on December 26, 1984, in Algoma, Wisconsin to Mark and Colleen (nee Brusky) Schneider. Michael was raised in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin and graduated from Lakeside Lutheran High School in Lake Mills in 2004....

David Kuechler

David Kuechler

Dec 22, 2021

David R. Kuechler of Jackson age 74 passed away on December 22, 2021, at Aurora Hospital in Hartford. He was born on January 13, 1947, in West Bend to George and Sylvia Kuechler. His mom died giving birth to him and he was adopted by his uncle and aunt Louis and Marcella Kuechler. He was raised in Hartford and Allenton....

Sandra Atlee

Sandra Atlee

Dec 19, 2021

Sandra "Sandy" Ann Atlee, age 67, went home to be with Jesus on Sunday December 19, 2021. She was born on March 14, 1954, in Milwaukee to Hensel and Frances (nee Allard) Eide and attended Madison High School. On June 8, 2000, Sandy married Richard "Rick" Atlee at Faith Creation Christian Fellowship Church. Sandy's passions were centered on her faith...

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