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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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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Betty Strohmeyer
Dec 19, 2021
Betty Louise Strohmeyer (nee Christensen), age 77, passed away at The Waterford of West Bend on Sunday, December 19, 2021. She was in the care of hospice from sudden health complications since December 13, 2021. She was born June 18, 1944 in the town of Port Washington to Roland and Laura (nee Paape) Christensen. She was married to Harold on...
Dorothy Hinrichs
Dec 17, 2021
Dorothy Helen Ester Hinrichs (Nee Janke) of the town of Polk passed away on Friday, December 17, 2021, at Lawlis Family Hospice at the age of 96 years. She was born March 8, 1925, in Milwaukee to Edwin and Hazel Janke. Dorothy was raised in Milwaukee graduating from Rufus King High School Class of 1943. As a young woman she...
Edith O'Connell
Dec 13, 2021
EDITH O'CONNELL Edith M. O'Connell, of West Bend, WI, age 94, passed away at UW Hospital in Madison, Monday, December 13, 2021. She was born February 2, 1927, in Milwaukee. She was preceded in death by her parents Oswald Fred Grimm and Else (Mittelstaedt), sister Dorothy (Harold) Lamp and son Paul. She is survived by her daughter Cynthia (Duane) Dickhut...
Jane Schwichtenberg
Dec 13, 2021
Jane (nee Gilbert) Schwichtenberg passed away peacefully on December 13, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hugo and Linda Gilbert and her sister Carol Gilbert. She was born on April 29, 1951, and grew up in Jackson WI. She was a graduate of Wisconsin Lutheran High School, and her career was full of various roles, including library...
Barbara Stoffel
Dec 13, 2021
Barbara A Stoffel, age 92, went to join her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 13. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother. She had 8 loving sons, 6 loving daughters, and was cherished by their spouses and significant others. She was treasured by many and never met a stranger. She leaves behind a legacy that everyone...
Marilyn Kempf
Dec 11, 2021
Marilyn Marion Kempf (nee Schwartz), age 79, passed away at home in West Bend on Saturday, December 11, 2021. She was born on September 24, 1942 in West Bend to Leo and Mildred (nee Schaefer) Schwartz. Marilyn enjoyed spending time with family, playing board and card games, watching the gameshow channel and playing Mahjong on her tablet. She was strongly...
Donald Zitlow
Dec 10, 2021
Donald "Captain" Duwayne Zitlow, age 72, passed away on December 10, 2021 at his home in West Bend. He was born on March 29, 1949 to Lester and Ruth (nee Halle) Zitlow. Donald served in the United States Army from 1967-1970 with 2 tours in Vietnam. He worked at Mayville Metal for 25 years, then he went to Matenaer Corporation...
Virginia Yde
Dec 10, 2021
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Michael Wolford
Dec 9, 2021
Michael James Wolford, age 46, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at the Froedtert of West Bend. He was born on June 22, 1975 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Roger Wolford and Maureen (nee Smith) Schweitzer. Michael proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. His passion was Jeeps and dogs. Michael's life was his...
Tyrell Peters
Dec 9, 2021
Peters, Tyrell J. passed away Thursday, December 9, 2021 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of over 50 years to Priscilla (nee Bullard). Loving father of Wendy (William) Burdick and Scott Peters. Proud grandfather of Brandon, Briana, Brittany, Kendall and Delaney. Proud great-grandfather of 5 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Kerry (the Late Jackie) Peters. Fond brother-in-law of Kim (James)...
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