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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Thomas Pointkowski

Thomas Pointkowski

Jun 26, 2021

Thomas Joseph Pointkowski "Philly", age 43 of Port Washington, WI unexpectedly passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021. He was born May 20, 1978 in New Jersey. Tommy was survived by his son Daniel DiCriscio, daughter Brianna Pointkowski, Paternal Grandmother Shirley Baldino, Bonus Mom Joanne Morris, both mothers of his children Allison DiCriscio and Ashley Albers, and too many friends to...

Marguerite Buntrock

Marguerite Buntrock

Jun 25, 2021

Marguerite "Margie" A. Buntrock, 87, of Kewaskum, Wisconsin, left this world but not our hearts on June 25, 2021. She was born on June 20, 1934, to Harold and Josephine (Gallaghan) McFarlin in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She served in the Korean War from 1953 - 1955. After serving her country in the United States Army, she married Jack Buntrock on, October...

Paul Richter

Paul Richter

Jun 25, 2021

Paul R. Richter, 86, of West Bend, died on Friday June 25th, 2021. He was born June 30th, 1934, to the late Alex and Jessie (Price) Richter. On March 5th, 1970, he married Diane (Montie). Paul and Diane initially lived in Milwaukee, then moved to their hobby farm in West Bend. Paul was very proud to have served in the...

Lois Lenz

Lois Lenz

Jun 25, 2021

Lois Diane Lenz of West Bend received the Crown of Life on Friday, June 25, 2021, at the age of 77 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in Milwaukee on June 21st, 1944, the daughter of the late John and Erna (nee Kolterman) Niese. Lois was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Donald Niese, sister-in-law,...

Joseph Klass

Joseph Klass

Jun 24, 2021

Joseph S. Klass, Jr., age 87, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2021 in West Bend. He was born on September 1, 1933, the son of Anna and Joseph Klass, Sr. Joseph was preceded in death by his wife, Lorraine D. Klass (nee Jakubowski), his sister Bernadette, and many other dear relatives and friends. He is further survived by his...

Brandin Strowig

Brandin Strowig

Jun 23, 2021

Brandin Michael Strowig of West Bend, passed unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, at the age of 27. He was born in West Bend, WI, the son of Michael and Lynda (nee Toll) Strowig. Brandin was a High School Graduate of West Bend High School, Class of 2011. As a kid, he was involved in Basketball, Golf, and Boy Scouts....

Eileen Schleif

Eileen Schleif

Jun 23, 2021

Eileen A. Schleif (nee Rice) passed away June 22nd at her home with her family at her side. She was born July 26th, 1957 to Frank and Marianna Rice and was preceded by both parents as well as many other aunts, uncles and other relatives. She is survived by her husband of 39 years, Mike, daughter Jean, her grandson Kameron,...

Gerald Bergin

Gerald Bergin

Jun 21, 2021

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Marvin Ruplinger

Marvin Ruplinger

Jun 21, 2021

Marvin Killian Ruplinger of West Bend, formerly Kohlsville, passed away Monday, June 21, 2021at the age of 93, with his loving wife at his side. He was born on May 8, 1928 to Arthur and Cresentia "Grace" (nee Feucht) Ruplinger. He was united in marriage to Carol Jacklin on October 11, 1952 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Barton. At...

Robert Kearns

Robert Kearns

Jun 19, 2021

Robert Edward Kearns Sr., of Slinger, WI passed away on June 19, 2021, at age 88. Robert, AKA,"Bob" was born October 26, 1932. Bob was preceded in death by his son Richard James, daughter Diana Marie, his parents Francis (Tom) and Marie Kearns, brother, Commander James Kearns, and sister Kathleen Schneider. Bob spent his early years in Port Washington, WI...

Allan Clement

Allan Clement

Jun 17, 2021

Allan B. Clement entered Eternal Life peacefully on June 17, 2021, at the age of 77 years. He was born on November 22, 1943, on Washington Island, Wisconsin to Walter and Frances (nee Ewing) Clement. Further survived by wife Diane, his stepchildren Stacy (Souradeep) Dey and Brad (Suzy) Swearingen; step grandchildren Darren (Amy), Destinee, Sierra and Devin Thomas, Sitharah and...

David Markgraf

David Markgraf

Jun 15, 2021

We are sad to announce that David E. Markgraf passed away at his home in West Bend on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 27, 1959, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, to David A. Markgraf and Judy (Herber) Markgraf. David was always a determined man in every area of his life. He put his...

Rita Sager

Rita Sager

Jun 13, 2021

Rita R. Sager (nee Emmer) passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021, at her residence. She was born on June 16, 1941, to Erwin and Elsie Emmer. On November 25, 1965, Rita married Herbert Sager and began her family. She worked for years for Dr. Stephen Thomas DDS as an office administrator. She enjoyed spending time with and caring for...

Benjamin Michaels

Benjamin Michaels

Jun 13, 2021

Benjamin "Ben" Michaels of Cheeseville, WI age 45 passed away on Sunday June 13, 2021. He was born on July1, 1975, in Cheeseville to Gordon and Kathy (nee Brunhart) Michaels. Ben is survived by his children, Avery, Lydia and Jax Michaels, his parents Gordon and Kathy Michaels, brother Matthew, sisters Tammy Michaels and Jaclyn (Ray) Vazquez, his girlfriend Katie Swanson,...

James Hoeppner

James Hoeppner

Jun 9, 2021

James Michael Hoeppner... Mentor to many, and a friend to all. Jim passed away on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at the age of 54 at Froedtert Hospital in West Bend. "Jimbo" lived in Jackson, WI with his beloved wife Lisa Hoeppner. He was born on May 26, 1967 in Milwaukee, WI to Donald and Marian (nee Svikel) Hoeppner. His family,...

Philip Mezera

Philip Mezera

Jun 7, 2021

Philip "Phil" R. Mezera age 84 passed away on Monday June 7, 2021, in Lomira. He was born on December 20, 1936, in Crawford County, WI to Raymond and Alta (nee Puckett) Mezera. Phil graduated from Belleville High School class of 1955. On October 23, 1965, he married Marilyn Hatzung and they began their family. Phil was the owner operator...

Walter Loeffelad

Walter Loeffelad

Jun 6, 2021

Wally J. Loeffelad of the Town of Trenton passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2021, at the age of 58. He was born on June 12, 1962, in Milwaukee to Walter and Donna (nee Heine) Loeffelad. He was raised in Menomonee Falls/Lannon area and attended Sussex Hamilton High School Class of 1981. On April 6, 1991, he married Deb Becker...

Brecken Norton

Brecken Norton

Jun 5, 2021

Brecken Rhett Norton was born sleeping on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 3:16PM. He weighed 7lbs and was 21 inches long. Brecken will be forever remembered by his parents, Adam and Kelsey (nee Rosbeck); big brothers, Bentley and Holden, along with his grandparents, great-grandparents, aunt, uncle, cousins and so many who loved and wanted him. A Memorial Service for Brecken...

Lynn Modrow

Lynn Modrow

Jun 4, 2021

Lynn S. Modrow, age 64, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 4, 2021 at her home in Glendale. She was born on March 14, 1957 in Milwaukee, WI to Lawrence and Ruth (nee Warzyn) Modrow. Lynn loved animals, helping people and saving the Earth. Lynn is survived by her sister Christine (Jack) Harney; her beloved cats, Poohbah and Marshal, lots...

Harvey Schaefer

Harvey Schaefer

May 31, 2021

Harvey A. Schaefer passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021, at the age of 86 years. He was born on December 8, 1934, in Milwaukee to Harvey and Bessie Schaefer and graduated from Washington High School Class of 1953. On January 30, 1959, he married Kathleen C. Malone at St. Roberts Church in Shorewood. Harvey's entire career was at the...

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