Richard Kruse
Jun 22, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Richard G. "Dick" Kruse of West Bend, WI. A loving husband, proud father and treasured grandfather. Dick went home to be with the Lord on June 22, 2025 at the age of 85, surrounded by his family. His greatest blessing was being married to his beloved wife of...
Judith Mckillip
Jun 21, 2025
Judy McKillip (nee Kiessling), of Slinger, WI, was born into eternal life on June 21, 2025. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her, especially her children, children-in-law, and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by many beloved family members, including her loving husband. Judy also leaves behind many extended family members and friends who were...
Maryann Kaczik
Jun 20, 2025
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William Nielsen
Jun 19, 2025
William Ewald Nielsen, age 87, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at The Kathy Hospice in West Bend. He was born on October 9, 1937 in Racine, WI to Ewald and Dagny (nee Nelson) Nielsen. "Gator Bill" loved his time in Florida. He enjoyed kayaking and bicycling and was a sky dive pilot. He was a man that was...
Kim Kohl
Jun 19, 2025
Kim Raymond Kohl, age 77, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Virginia Highlands in Germantown after a long battle with cancer. He was born on June 25, 1947, to Jerome and Virginia Kohl. After graduating from West Bend High School. He then joined the Air Force. He worked at Wisconsin Bell in Port Washington & Menomonee Falls until...
Didier Perez
Jun 18, 2025
Didier Herbert Pérez , of West Bend, WI passed away at The Kathy Hospice, age 90, on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Didier was born on September 1, 1934, in San José, Costa Rica to Alberto Pérez-Pantoja and Odalia Vargas de Pérez. Didier met his future wife, Alice Nancy (nee Daffinee) Pérez, when she came to Green Lake WI to work...
Philip Bohn
Jun 18, 2025
Philip Edward Bohn, age 72, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at the Kathy Hospice in West Bend. He was born on October 19, 1952 to Philip and Marian (nee Kocher) Bohn. Philip was born and raised in West Bend, graduating from West Bend East High School in 1971. Philip enjoyed coin collecting, gardening and watching Nascar and...
Jay Riederer
Jun 17, 2025
We share the heartbreaking news of the passing of Jay W. Riederer, 64, of West Bend. He passed away peacefully with Denise by his side on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, after a 3 1/2-year courageous fight against cancer. Jay was born to James and Jenny Riederer in Watertown, WI on August 23, 1960. He graduated from Watertown High School in...
Lillian Hollmann
Jun 16, 2025
Lillian Cecilia Erna Hollmann (nee Backhaus) of West Bend, WI passed away peacefully at Ivy Manor on Monday, June 16 th , 2025 at the age of 93. Lillian was born on August 25, 1931 in Kewaskum, WI to Ben and Louisa (nee Nienow) Backhaus. She was baptized on September 13, 1931 by Pastor Kneiss of St. Lucas Lutheran Church....
Terrance Kiekhaefer
Jun 14, 2025
Terrance "Terry" Kiekhaefer, 73, of West Bend passed away peacefully at home on June 14, 2025. Terry was born to Merlin (Pete) and Evelyn on August 9, 1951, in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. He graduated from West Bend High School in 1969 and joined the US Marine Corps on August 19, 1969. When asked how long he served he would say,...
Phillip Scalish
Jun 11, 2025
Phillip Charles Scalish, age 96, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, with family by his side. He was born on November 19, 1928 to Anthony and Viola (nee Wirtenan) Scalish. Phillip married his love, Shirley Waddell, on November 3, 1962. Phil is survived by his wife of 62 years, Shirley; daughters Michele (Don) Klister and...
Jessica Rinto
Jun 9, 2025
Jessica Stana Rinto (nee Schmitt), age 44, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly on Monday, June 9, 2025 at her at home in West Bend. She was born on January 11, 1981, to Steven Schmitt and Kristine (nee Gradinjan) Schmitt. Jessica enjoyed many hobbies including diamond art, being a shark enthusiast, building Legos, reading, puzzles, watching movies and singing. Jessica is...
Carol Hennarichs
Jun 8, 2025
Carol Jean Hennarichs (nee Towne), 89, of Slinger, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at Froedtert Hospital in West Bend. Carol was born on January 2, 1936 in Fond du Lac to Floyd and Verna (nee Irwin) Towne. She graduated from Waupun High School in 1953, then went on to earn her Bachelor of Education with a focus...
Shirley Wolf
Jun 6, 2025
Shirley Ann Wolf (née Sonnenberg), age 89, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 4, 1936, to Austin Sonnenberg and Florence Roecker (née Schubert). Shirley devoted her life to caring for those she loved. Whether mending clothes, baking homemade treats, or tending to her vibrant flower and vegetable gardens,...
Doreen Miller
Jun 5, 2025
Doreen Fay Miller (nee Boyung), age 87, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025, at her home in West Bend. She was born on September 2, 1937, to Edwin and Edna (nee Ruhnke). Doreen married her love, the late Abraham L. Miller, on August 18, 1956, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Newburg. Doreen enjoyed watching the Packers, Brewers and Westerns...
Lynn Pasbrig
May 31, 2025
Lynn Ruth Pasbrig (nee Gamm), age 80, was called home to her Savior's side on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at The Kathy Hospice, surrounded by family. Lynn was born on August 12, 1944, in Milwaukee, WI to Martin and Emily (nee Schafer) Gamm. She was welcomed into the Christian faith by baptism on September 10, 1944. She reaffirmed that faith...
David Charland
May 28, 2025
David L. Charland, 80, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at his Kewaskum residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 28, 1944, in Chippewa Falls, WI, to the late Roy & Irene (nee West) Charland. Dave graduated from Chippewa Falls High School with the Class of 1962. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy...
Joseph Gayan
May 26, 2025
Joseph Anthony Gayan was born on April 23 rd , 1952, in West Bend WI. Died May 26 th , 2025. He was the son of Joseph W. Gayan and Eleanor E. (Shefka). On August 12, 1972, he married Kristine G. (Gauger). They have four children, Joseph P. (Amber) Sun Prairie WI, Michael J. (Jennifer) Las Vegas NV, Caroline L....
Eunice Johannsen
May 26, 2025
Eunice Mae Johannsen (nee Stieghorst), age 87, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025 at Virginia Highlands in Germantown. She was born on August 16, 1937 in Milwaukee to Arthur and Olga (nee Hildebrandt) Stieghorst. Eunice married her love, the late John Johannsen on March 3, 1956. She was passionate about reading, to read a 500 page book in 2...
Kathleen Damrow
May 25, 2025
Kathleen Damrow, a cherished soul known for her loving and kind nature, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on July 13, 1948, Kathleen's life was a tapestry of cherished moments, woven with the love of music, the joy of cooking, and the warmth of family gatherings. Kathleen's early years were spent under the...
