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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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Catherine A LeRose

Catherine A LeRose

Dec 16, 2025

Catherine Anne LeRose was born on May 30, 1965 in Racine, WI to the late John J. and Barbara H. LeRose. She died on December 16, 2025, at the Kathy Hospice in West Bend, WI, after a short illness. She worked professionally as a chef and caterer, and creatively as a poet, and was a cherished friend to everyone she...

Marjory Joyce Finstad

Marjory Joyce Finstad

Dec 15, 2025

Marjory Joyce (Peggy) Odberg Finstad passed away Monday, December 15, 2025 at Linden Grove Nursing Home in Menomonee Falls, WI at the age of 92. Peggy was born at home on the family farm on July 17, 1933, daughter of Hilmer and Juanita (Wyman) Odberg in New Maine Township, MN. She went to Newfolden Grade and High School. She lived...

Wilfried M Aguillard

Wilfried M Aguillard

Dec 13, 2025

Wilfried “Wolf” Aguillard,63 of Newburg,WI, passed away Saturday, December 13,2025,2025. He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1981-1985 and worked 36 years as an elevator mechanic. He is survived by his wife; Erica, daughter; Jetaime, sons; Wilfried Jr. and Cory, stepsons; Jesse and Jake and grandchildren, Jade, Jayla, Maverick, Sterling, Luke, Kristen, and Lexi. He is preceded in...

Audrey L Carroll

Audrey L Carroll

Dec 11, 2025

Audrey Lillian (Nee: Woycke) Carroll, passed away on Thursday, December 11,2025 at Adelaide Place in Fond Du Lac, WI. She was born in Milwaukee, WI on November 27,1936 to Edward and Lillian Woycke. Audrey is survived by her 2 sons Jim (Wendy), Carroll and Jeff(Stephanie)Carroll and 2 grandsons James and Orion Carroll. She is preceded in death by her parents...

Faye Ann Schneider

Faye Ann Schneider

Dec 7, 2025

Our hearts are extremely shattered and broken due to the loss of Faye Ann Ruth (Mayer) Schneider on December 7, 2025 who passed away unexpectedly, and way too soon. Faye Ann was born on March 25, 1968 and resided in Richfield, WI her entire life. Faye was the youngest daughter of six children to the late Howard and Anny (Fiedler)...

Harold Schmidt

Harold Schmidt

Dec 7, 2025

Harold Alfred John Schmidt, age 93, passed away on Sunday, December 7,2025 at Cornerstone Assisted Living in West Bend, WI. He was born on March 1, 1932 at home, in the Town of Jackson, the son of the late Arthur & Meta (Nee:Miller) Schmidt. A lifelong resident of West Bend, Harold was Baptized and Confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church &...

Rose Mary Vollmer

Rose Mary Vollmer

Dec 6, 2025

Rose Vollmer, age 78, passed away on Saturday, December 6,2025 at her residence. She is survived by her husband Ronald of 59 years, brother Delor Schraufnagel, great nephew J.J. (Rachel) Schraufnagel, sister-in-law Joyce Hechimovich and faithful companion Bella. Further survived by nephews, niece, great and great-great nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents...

Mary Beth Ann Tomaszewski

Mary Beth Ann Tomaszewski

Dec 4, 2025

Mary Beth Ann Tomaszewski (née Balat) passed away peacefully on December 4th, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on May 26th, 1951, in Ladysmith, Wisconsin, she was the beloved daughter of Michael and Cecilia Balat (née Dyer). Mary Beth grew up on a small farm in Kennan, where she developed a strong work ethic and a love for her...

Allen Charles Roeber

Allen Charles Roeber

Dec 2, 2025

Allen C. Roeber passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025 at the age of 86. He was born on May 5, 1939 in Milwaukee, WI to the late Lester and Alvina (née Gruber) Roeber of Germantown, Wisconsin. Allen was the last surviving child of Lester and Alvina. He was preceded in death by his siblings: Norman B. Roeber; his twin...

Elaine Marie Dieterich

Elaine Marie Dieterich

Nov 30, 2025

Elaine Marie Dieterich (nee Ponath) 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 30, 2025 in West Bend, WI. Elaine was born on November 14, 1936 in the Town of Saukville, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin to Emil and Linda (nee Milbrath) Ponath. She graduated from West Bend High School in 1954. On June 4, 1955 she married her high school sweetheart, Jerome...

Stephen Joseph Auerbach Jr.

Stephen Joseph Auerbach Jr.

Nov 28, 2025

Steve Auerbach was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. His unexpected passing at the age of 75 on November 28, 2025, leaves behind a legacy of cherished memories that will be held dear by all who knew him. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 8, 1950, Steve relocated with his family to Wisconsin following his father’s job transfer....

Mary Ann Aasen

Mary Ann Aasen

Nov 28, 2025

Mary Ann Aasen (née Landowski), age 78, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025, at her home in West Bend. She was born on June 9, 1947, to Robert and Margaret (née Wozniack) Landowski. Mary Ann was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She cherished her family and...

Ernest Harold Lahr

Ernest Harold Lahr

Nov 25, 2025

Ernest Harold Lahr, age 103, passed away on Tuesday, November 25,2025 at Azura Memory Care in Brookfield, WI. He was born on April 06,1922 in Mosinee, WI, the son of the late Peter and Margaret (Nee: Meuniur) Lahr. Ernest enlisted in the United States Navy and served as a Machinist during his active service. He later became employed as an...

Leola Linda Herther

Leola Linda Herther

Nov 23, 2025

Leola Linda (Nee: Ehlke) Herther, 92, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Lawlis Hospice in Mequon, WI. She was born in Cedarburg, WI on October 1,1933 to the late Berthold and Linda (Nee: Tischer) Ehlke. Leola was a graduate of Cedarburg High school. On May 29,1954, Leola united in marriage to Reuben Herther, who preceded her in...

Kyle G Kritz

Kyle G Kritz

Nov 23, 2025

Kyle G. Kritz, 45, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 23, 2025. Kyle was born on June 26, 1980, in West Bend, WI, the son of Larry and Nancy (née Zettler) Kritz. He graduated from West Bend East High School in 1998. A lifelong resident of West Bend, he was employed at JL Business Interiors for 27 years. On August...

Ruth M Severance

Ruth M Severance

Nov 22, 2025

Ruth Marie Severance (née Koller), age 92, of West Bend, Wisconsin, passed away on November 22, 2025. She was born on May 12, 1933, in West Bend to the late Cecilia and Jacob Koller. Ruth was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose greatest joy in life was her family. She had a remarkable talent for capturing life’s moments—taking hundreds...

Eileen Malitz

Eileen Malitz

Nov 21, 2025

Eileen (Nee Tanko) Malitz, age 79, passed away on Friday, November 21,2025 at her residence. Born in Milwaukee, WI on October 22,1946, Eileen was the daughter of the late Edward & Helen (Nee: Hren) Tanko Sr.. She received her Degree in Registered Nursing from Milwaukee County School of Nursing, where she went on to be an Infection Control and Wound...

Nora Jean Price

Nora Jean Price

Nov 19, 2025

Nora Jean Price, 93, passed peacefully on November 19, 2025, at Kettle Moraine Gardens Memory Care in Kewaskum, Wisconsin. She was cared for and watched over with love by her family: Carla (Tom) Ewert, Paula (Bob) Kubinchak, Nancy (Walt) Poradish, and Matthew (Chris) Stellmacher. Nora was born to Holly and Luella Ladewig on March 13, 1932, and graduated from Fond...

Richard Stommel

Richard Stommel

Nov 18, 2025

Richard G. "Dick" Stommel, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and community member, lived a life of service, loyalty and quiet generosity. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, after an 18-month illness. Richard was born July 22, 1942, the middle of six siblings and a twin who arrived just minutes after his brother Don. He was the son of...

Edward Crites

Edward Crites

Nov 16, 2025

Edward Wayne Crites, age 57, of Glenbeulah, WI, formally of Campbellsport, WI, passed away on Sunday, November 16,2025 at Aurora Medical Center in Oshkosh, WI surrounded by family and friends. Edward was born in Chicago, Il on December 23,1967 to the late Marvin Wayne and Phebe Charolotte (Nee: Adams) Crites. On August 16, 2018, he was united in marriage to...

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