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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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Pearl Sura

Pearl Sura

Oct 29, 2020

It is with great sadness, we announce on October 29, 2020 the death of our mother Pearl Caroline Sura (nee Johnson), at age 95 of cancer. Left to cherish her memory, is daughter Barbara Jones (Bud), son Robert (Margie) and daughter Nancy Shackle. Pearl will be greatly missed by grandchildren; Deanna Jackson, Robert Sura Jr., David Jones (Bonnie), and Heidi...

Richard Gleissner

Richard Gleissner

Oct 25, 2020

Please share your favorite memory of Richard to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.

Edna Steinert

Edna Steinert

Oct 24, 2020

Edna Mae Steinert (nee Lechner) age 94 passed away peacefully on Saturday October 24, 2020 at Kettle Moraine Gardens in Kewaskum. She was born on May 6, 1926 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Edward and Gladys Lechner (Crass) and raised in Phelps, Wisconsin. She attended Phelps Union Free high school. She married Clarence Herman "Stoney" Steinert on June 21, 1947....

Julie Blanchard

Julie Blanchard

Oct 24, 2020

Julie Beth Blanchard (nee Borchardt) of West Bend passed away Saturday, October 24th at Froedtert West Bend Hospital. Julie was born August 7th, 1960, in Milwaukee, the daughter of John and Janet (nee Librizzi) Borchardt. Julie was raised on Big Cedar Lake and graduated from Slinger High School in 1978. Big Cedar Lake always had a special place for Julie,...

Bernice Hailey

Bernice Hailey

Oct 24, 2020

Bernice H. Wenninger-Hailey (nee Trott), age 80, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2020 at Froedtert of West Bend surrounded by her family. She was born on January 17, 1940 in Kohlsville, Town of Wayne to Harry and Stella (nee Basler) Trott. Bernice enjoyed playing games, puzzles, Green Bay Packers and especially time with her family. She loved to have...

Donna Saltz

Donna Saltz

Oct 22, 2020

Donna Jean Saltz (nee Beranek), of Allenton, passed away at age 71 on Thursday, October 22, at Froedterdt Hospital in Milwaukee. She was born October, 18, 1949, in Milwaukee, and graduated from John Marshall High School in 1967. She earned degrees from the University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh and Cardinal Stritch University. She used her degree in microbiology in several laboratory...

Tish Sutton

Tish Sutton

Oct 21, 2020

"Tish" Gladys B. Sutton (nee Scherbert), age 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at Forest View Manor in Jackson. She was born on August 30, 1926 in Portage, WI to Richard and Frieda (nee Kent) Scherbert. Tish enjoyed time with family, playing games, traveling, and boating. She was passionate about her work as a beautician. Tish especially...

Donald Sanford

Donald Sanford

Oct 20, 2020

Donald "Roger" Sanford, age 84, passed away on October 20, 2020 of COVID. He was born on April 20, 1936 in Albion, NY to Donald and Margaret (nee Bigelow) Sanford. He grew up in the Hollywood, FL and Port St. Lucie, FL area all of his adult life. Roger was an electrician. He then moved to Jackson, WI in February...

Ralph Kohlwey

Ralph Kohlwey

Oct 20, 2020

A Private Family Service will be at a later date.

Ralph Thomas

Ralph Thomas

Oct 20, 2020

Ralph was born on the family farm in the Town of Cedarburg to Edward and Barbara (Hentges) Thomas. He received his schooling at a one room schoolhouse. After graduating 8th grade he worked side-by-side with his father tilling the land, planting crops and caring for his Holsteins. Ralph eventually took over the farm and along with his wife, provided for...

Anthony Adornato

Anthony Adornato

Oct 15, 2020

Anthony "Tony" John Adornato age 79, passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at his home in West Bend. He was born on October 28, 1940 in Milwaukee to Lorenze and Frances (nee Spinnato). Tony married his love, Sally Marie (nee Spredemann) on April 4, 1964 at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Milwaukee. Both were longtime members of St. Mary's...

Harold Disler

Harold Disler

Oct 14, 2020

Harold Raymond Disler, age 71, passed away unexpectedly on October 14, 2020 at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa with his wife and family by his side. Harold served in the United States Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. Harold enjoyed four-wheeling, fishing, working in his shed, vacationing, and spending time with grandchildren. He worked at Gehl's for many years. Harold is...

David Wilson

David Wilson

Oct 13, 2020

David T. Wilson age 75, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 in Peshtigo. He was born at home on May 17, 1945 in Onalaska, WI to Howard and Frances (nee Henry) Wilson. David graduated from Slinger High School Class of 1963 and was an auto body technician for 25 years at Goeden's Auto Body and then a welder at...

Joyce Gatzke

Joyce Gatzke

Oct 12, 2020

Joyce Lucille Gatzke (nee Ludwig) of West Bend went to her eternal home on Monday October 12, 2020 at the age of 87. Joyce was born on February 11, 1933 in the town of Auburn, Fond du lac County, Wisconsin to Vilas & Evelyn (nee Schulz) Ludwig. She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Dundee, Wisconsin. She...

Herbert Brace

Herbert Brace

Oct 10, 2020

Herbert Harry Brace, age 89, passed away suddenly, due to a head injury, on October 10, 2020 at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, with his daughter Kay by his side. He was born on February 27, 1931 in Milwaukee, WI to Herbert and Augusta (nee Woldt) Brace. Herb enjoyed woodworking and a good manhatten! He also enjoyed gardening and doing yardwork....

Shirley Kreiter

Shirley Kreiter

Oct 8, 2020

October 2, 1926 – October 8, 2020 Shirley K. Kreiter (nee Roesler), 94, of West Bend died peacefully on October 8, 2020 at The Waterford at West Bend assisted living facility. She was born on October 2, 1926 to Edwin and Charlotte (Hartkopf) Roesler in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She married Roger Kreiter on May 31, 1947. Roger passed away on April...

Dr. Arthur Fliss

Dr. Arthur Fliss

Oct 6, 2020

Dr. Arthur John Fliss, age 94, passed away peacefully from Alzheimer's Disease on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at the Samaritan in West Bend. He was born on July 21, 1926 in Milwaukee to Paul and Valeria (nee Kosobucki) Fliss. Arthur graduated from Messmer High School and joined the United States Army serving during WWII. He was very instrumental in Hunters...

Marie Schotzko

Marie Schotzko

Oct 5, 2020

Marie Ida Schotzko, 89, passed away peacefully at Kettle Moraine Gardens, Kewaskum, WI on Monday October 5, 2020. She was born on January 7, 1931 to Frank and Lydia Ida Maria (nee Maerz) Schotzko in Eau Claire, WI. After graduating with a teaching degree, Marie moved to California where she taught kindergarten through third grade at South Ranchito School in...

Helen Yogerst

Helen Yogerst

Oct 4, 2020

Helen L. Yogerst (nee Lane) passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2020 at the age of 92 years. She was born on July 2, 1928 in Delevan to William and Melissa (nee Goff) Lane. Helen lived a very active life and enjoyed many hobbies and other activities. She was very involved in her churches and enjoyed teaching Sunday School and...

Doris Falter

Doris Falter

Sep 30, 2020

Doris Adelia Falter, age 95, passed away on September 30, 2020, at New Perspective Senior Living, in West Bend, WI. She was born on November 13, 1924, to Edwin and Julianna Endlich, on the family farm, in the Town of Germantown. On July 14, 1945, Doris married George Falter, in Newburg; they enjoyed 61 years of marriage together, prior to...

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