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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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Elterine Trapp
Dec 17, 2020
Elterine "Ellie" Alice Trapp (nee Stuesse), 99, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at Ivy Manor in West Bend. She was born on September 22, 1921 in Milwaukee to John and Elterine (nee Anderson) Stuesse. Ellie served in the Unites States Navy and enjoyed her many years at the phone company. She loved to make afghans, cooking, canning...
Sandra Harris
Dec 17, 2020
Sandra M. Harris (nee Freitag), age 79, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 17, 2020. She was born on June 29, 1941 to Henry and Mary (nee Habel) Freitag. She graduated from Custer High School in Milwaukee and immediately started her lifelong career at Milwaukee County Hospital in the Tumor Registry Department working closely with many physicians. Even though her...
George Gutermann
Dec 16, 2020
George T. Gutermann age 82 passed away on Wednesday December 16, 2020. He was born on September 29, 1938 and raised in Jackson. On May 21, 1960 he married Yvonne J. Gundrum and they began their family. George was a retired employee of the City of West Bend and also worked at Mercury Marine. George loved food, TV, the Packers,...
Gary Schneider
Dec 15, 2020
After a swift but overwhelming battle with pancreatic cancer Gary Donald Schneider of West Bend, age 68, died peacefully and went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at Kathy's Hospice in West Bend. He was born to Donald and Garnet (Scheid) Schneider on July 15, 1952 in Killeen, TX and married Ann C. Schneider (Backhaus) on...
Donald Pryor
Dec 14, 2020
Donald "Don" Andrew Pryor, age 87, passed away from a long battle with cancer, on Monday, December 14, 2020 at his home in Jackson, surrounded by his family. He was born on November 27, 1933 in Milwaukee, WI to Andrew and Lucille (nee Nannetts) Pryor. Don was a proud United States Army Veteran that served during the Korean Conflict. He...
Helen Reinke
Dec 14, 2020
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Justin Derouin
Dec 12, 2020
It is with the deepest sorrow and much love that the family of Justin C. Derouin mourns his passing on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at the age of 29. He was born in West Allis, WI, the beloved son of Craig and Shelli (nee Seehawer). Loving father of Eva Derouin. Cherished brother of Sadie (Matt Schoeffler) Derouin, and Derek (Liz...
Bonnie Bohl
Dec 12, 2020
Bonnie M. Bohl, age 75, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Jackson Crossings. She was born on September 15, 1945 in Milwaukee, WI to Gottfried and Louise (nee Erdman) Bohl. Bonnie is survived by her nephew, Scott (Wendy) Bohl; great-niece, Heather (David) Rutzen; great-great niece, Zoey Rutzen; dear friends, Maureen Fons and Annie Wisniewski. She is further...
Dennis Kocher
Dec 11, 2020
Dennis M. Kocher, age 78, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 11, 2020 at his home in Kewaskum, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 20, 1942 in West Bend to Harold and Julia (nee Weston) Kocher. Dennis is survived by his wife of 40 years, Patricia; children Todd (Beth) Kocher; Cheryl (Ben) Bauer; John (Beverly) Foyse; and...
Joyce Wendegatz
Dec 5, 2020
Joyce M. Wendegatz (nee Raether) age 84 passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2020 in West Bend. She was born on December 12, 1935 in Oseola, WI to Jacob and Marie (nee Kutz) and raised in Fond du Lac County and was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Dundee. Joyce attended Campbellsport High School. She moved to West...
Esther Kainz
Dec 5, 2020
Our beloved 102-year-old mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, neighbor, and friend, Esther Mary Kainz (nee Schmidt) went to her heavenly home on December 5, 2020. She was born August 26, 1918 to William and Sarah (Lischka) Schmidt. She grew up on her family farm on Pleasant Hill Road and lived in Richfield her whole life. Her family, the Lischka's, owned and...
Melvin Bohn
Dec 3, 2020
Melvin L. Bohn, age 90, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020, in Slinger. He was born on June 6, 1930, to Edwin and Lorraine (nee Schmidt) Bohn. Melvin grew up and lived in West Bend until he met his first love, Marian Schodron. They were married on February 23, 1952, and moved to Slinger, where they raised their three...
Allen Heckert Iii
Dec 3, 2020
Allen Chester Heckert III November 26, 1967 – December 3, 2020 Allen "Big AL" C. Heckert III, age 53 years, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born in West Palm Beach, Florida and was raised in Milwaukee and Richfield. Al graduated from Hartford High School in 1985. He married Carlene Moon on March...
James Rogers
Dec 1, 2020
James B. Rogers Sr. was born on December 2, 1924 and joined his first love, Nancy Rogers, his son James B. Rogers Jr., and his last love Norma Swann (Rogers) in the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. James is survived by his children Mike (Linda) Rogers, Sally (Bill) Pauers, Pat (Nancy) Rogers; stepchildren Sue Hossman, Jody (Jeff...
Greg Strommen
Dec 1, 2020
Greg Luke Strommen, aged 63, was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He passed away in his home on December 1st, 2020. He was hard working and dedicated to his family and friends. He will always be remembered for making those around him laugh. Greg had a lifelong passion for Harley Davidson motorcycles and could always be found tinkering with...
Arlene Krueger
Dec 1, 2020
Arlene A. Krueger (nee: Mueller) of Richfield, passed away December 1, 2020 after a short battle with COVID-19. Arlene was born on November 9, 1932 to Arthur and Leona Mueller. She had five sisters and 3 brothers. Beloved wife of sixty-eight years to David Krueger. Loving mother of Cyril (Karen), Scott, Brian (Susan), Daniel, Mike (Patty), and David Jr. (Virginia)....
William Horak
Nov 30, 2020
William "Bill" John Horak, age 61, passed away on Monday, November 30, 2020 at the Pavilion in Slinger. He was born on October 18, 1959 to John and Barbara (nee Lustig) Horak. Bill enjoyed everything outdoors. He enjoyed traveling the state of Wisconsin on his motorcycle. From the age of 6 his passion was fishing. Once moving from the city...
Jeffrey Krueger
Nov 30, 2020
On November 30, 2020 Jeffrey S. Krueger, age 63, passed after a long battle with cancer at Kathy Hospice. Jeff was born on April 5, 1957 to Lester and Mary (Loew) Krueger of Colgate WI. Jeff was a Hartford High School graduate and was happily employed at Jackson Community Center until his passing. Jeff loved music of all genres and...
Bridget Hein
Nov 30, 2020
Bridget K. Hein July 29,1934 - November 30, 2020 Born Bridget Pauline Kucharski to and preceded in death by cherished parents Thaddeus and Marion Kucharski. At age 86, "Bridge" was reunited after thirteen years with Harry, her beloved late husband. Proud mother of son H. Michael (Corky), grandmother of Ben (Sarah) and Tricia (Josh) Wilson, and great-grandmother of Ethan, Zachary...
Jeanne Cramer
Nov 28, 2020
Jeanne P. Cramer (5/26/32 – 11/28/20) Jeanne passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving husband, Curt, and three daughters Susan (Jon) Nolan, Ginny (Tom) Traub, and Martha (Lex) Huberts. She is survived by her 7 grandchildren: K.C. (Abby), Patrick (fiancé Rebecca), and Katie (fiancé Tommy) Nolan; Carina and Maddie Traub; Alyssa (Kevin) Sullivan and Mette Huberts and 1 great grandson:...
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