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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Esther Kainz

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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:...

Dennis Gutzke

Dennis Gutzke

Nov 23, 2020

Dennis L. Gutzke age 74 passed away on Monday, November 23, 2020 in West Bend. He was born on October 8, 1946 in Milwaukee to Edward F. and Leone M. (nee DeBarge) Gutzke. Dennis graduated from John Marshall High School and was later drafted into the US Army and served in Vietnam. He married Charlotte M. Roeske on April 19,...

Kevin Pike

Kevin Pike

Nov 21, 2020

Kevin J. Pike age 56 years passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at his residence. He was born on November 2, 1964 in Milwaukee to David J. Pike Jr. and Evelyn A. Pike (nee Zastrow). Kevin was raised in Milwaukee and graduated from Milwaukee Lutheran High School Class of 1982. On September 7, 1991 Kevin married Kathleen "Katie" M....

Janine Paczelt

Janine Paczelt

Nov 20, 2020

Janine "Neen" M. Paczelt (nee Neeman) passed away on Friday, November 20, 2020 at the age of 64 years. She was born on September 1, 1956 in Milwaukee to Harold and Elizabeth (nee Ezold) Neeman. Janine was raised in Mequon and graduated from Homestead High School. On July 9, 1977 Janine married Joseph A. Paczelt and began her family. Janine...

Eileen Sukawaty

Eileen Sukawaty

Nov 19, 2020

Eileen Sukawaty (nee Condon) joined Bernard, her husband of 40 years, on Thursday Nov. 19th, 2020. Eileen was 92. She is survived by her devoted children; Michael (Randy Kunkel) Sukawaty, Patricia (Patrick) McIntee, David Sukawaty and Steven (Lisa) Sukawaty, and granddaughter Nya Sukawaty. Eileen is also survived by her brother William (Marlene) Condon, nieces; Geralyn (Joel) Laufer, Laurie (Doug) Greiten,...

Thomas Shelby

Thomas Shelby

Nov 18, 2020

Thomas L. Shelby, age 75, went home to the Lord's house on Wednesday, November 18, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Felice Szulczewski. Tom is survived by his beloved wife, Judy; devoted father to Steven (Luann) Shelby, Daniel (Kim) Shelby, Jennifer Shelby (Matt), Michael Ramstack (Marianne), Daniel Ramstack (Beth); proud grandfather to Jessica, Nick, Ryan,...

Barbara Beine

Barbara Beine

Nov 17, 2020

Barbara Joanne (Harrison) Beine was surrounded by her family on Tuesday, November 17 when she passed away peacefully at the age of 86 years old after a short and courageous battle against lung cancer. She was born in Waldo to Foster and Marguerite Knabe Harrison on September 23, 1934. She graduated from Waldo High School in 1952 as a proud...

Ella Schleif

Ella Schleif

Nov 17, 2020

Ella Ann Schleif (nee German), age 88, passed away peacefully on November 17 at Cedar Bay East surrounded by her family. She was born on March 11, 1932 in Campbellsport to George and Katherine (Ruddy) German. Ella graduated from West Bend High School in 1950. Following high school, she graduated from Theda Clark Nursing School in Neenah as a licensed...

Robert Becker

Robert Becker

Nov 15, 2020

**Live streaming of the service will be on the Phillip Funeral Home Facebook page. Robert "Bob" John Becker, age 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at his home in Beaver Dam. He was born on October 23, 1934 in the Town of Trenton, WI to Paul and Marie (nee Thelen) Becker. Bob was united in marriage to...

Kenneth Yahr

Kenneth Yahr

Nov 15, 2020

Kenneth Raymond Yahr died peacefully on Sunday November 15 at the age of 86. He was born on May 24,1934. And was raised in the City of West Bend. He went to West Bend High School and graduated in 1953. Ken went to California and worked for the Parks Department for a few years. He met and married Elizabeth Radtke...

Ryan Schmick

Ryan Schmick

Nov 12, 2020

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