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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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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...

Kathleen Schaefer

Kathleen Schaefer

May 30, 2021

Kathleen "Kay" C. Schaefer (nee Malone) passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021, at the age of 81 years. She was born on December 19, 1939, in Milwaukee to Gerald E. and Gertrude G. (nee Fagan) Malone. She graduated from Messmer High School Class of 1957. On January 30, 1959, Kay married Harvey A. Schaefer and began her family. She...

Carleen Larson

Carleen Larson

May 27, 2021

Carleen "Cas" Larson, of West Bend (Cedarburg), Wisconsin died with her family by her side on Thursday, May 27, 2021. Born August 17, 1928 in Milwaukee, WI; the daughter of Carl and Irma (Jaeger) Swenson. She earned a teaching certificate from Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, in 1948 when she did a short stint as a teacher in a one...

Kellie Kendall

Kellie Kendall

May 26, 2021

Kellie Jean Kendall (nee Willis), age 43, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 in West Bend. She was born on August 23, 1977 in Milwaukee, WI to William Willis and the late Debbie (nee Vitella) Bruni. Kellie was a dedicated wife, mother, homemaker and loved spending time with her family. She loved homeschooling and...

William Wuebben

William Wuebben

May 26, 2021

William David Wuebben, on a warm and sunny Wednesday, May 26, 2021at his home in West Bend, passed peacefully through the Lord's eternal gates, at the age of 78. He was born on August 1, 1942 in Hancock, MI to William and Martha (nee Hiltunen) Wuebben. Having grown up in Dollar Bay, MI, Bill, a very proud "Yooper", migrated south...

Scott Van Hierden

Scott Van Hierden

May 25, 2021

Scott "VH" R. Van Hierden age 51 passed away unexpectedly on Sunday May 23, 2021. He was born on August 10, 1969 in Waupun to Ronald and Darlene (nee Molz) Van Hierden. His favorite color was green, he enjoyed watching the Packers, Brewers, fishing, hunting, his 2013 Polaris Victory motorcycle and his Cadillac boat. But mostly, he loved spending time...

Carl Schmitz

Carl Schmitz

May 23, 2021

Carl H. Schmitz, age 86, died peacefully on Sunday, May 23, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was born on October 13, 1934 to Carl and Catherine (nee Jaspers) Schmitz. Carl married his love, Audrey A. Schmitz (nee Reinke) on July 9, 1955. Carl served in the United States Navy as a Sonar Specialist on a Destroyer after which he...

Lillian Kritz

Lillian Kritz

May 23, 2021

Lillian M. Kritz (nee Weasler) age 91 passed away on Sunday May 23, 2021 in West Bend. She was born on August 25, 1929 in the Town of Scott to Joseph and Polly (nee Warden) Weasler. On July 1, 1950 Lillian married Martin C. Kritz and began her family. After marriage, the couple lived in the West Bend area. She...

Arnold Carlson

Arnold Carlson

May 22, 2021

Arnold K. Carlson Jr. age 52 passed away suddenly on Saturday May 22, 2021 in Racine. He was born on February 21, 1969 to Arnold K. Carlson Sr. and Arnell B. (nee Neu) Carlson. He was raised in the Slinger and Jackson area and was a carpenter by trade. He was employed by the Carpenters Union. Arnold enjoyed playing the...

Cynthia Lahr

Cynthia Lahr

May 22, 2021

Cynthia A. Lahr (nee Rocque) age 68 of West Bend, passed away on Saturday, May 22, 2021 in Germantown. She was born on April 21, 1953 in Milwaukee to Richard and Jean (nee Marquardt). She attended Messmer High School and was a licensed cosmetologist. On June 23, 1973 Cynthia married the love of her life, Paul J. Lahr. Cindy spent...

Maureen Otten

Maureen Otten

May 20, 2021

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