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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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Norman Zimmerman
Apr 12, 2020
Norman Emil Zimmerman, formerly of Slinger, entered into eternal life at the age of 102 on April 12, 2020, at the Gardens of Hartford Assisted Living. Norman was born to Emil and Katherine (nee Becker) Zimmerman on September 17, 1917, in Slinger, WI. He was baptized into the Christian faith as an infant and confirmed in that faith at St....
Charles Minesal
Apr 11, 2020
In loving memory, we honor the life of Charles J. Minesal Sr., who entered into peace on April 11, 2020. Charles was born on February 10, 1927 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He married the love of his life, Gloria Stine, on September 6, 1958, and joyfully brought three children into the world during their early years of marriage. Throughout his life,...
Bernard "Bernie" Olson
Apr 7, 2020
Bernard "Bernie" J. Olson, age 88, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at The Pavilion at Glacier Hills in Slinger. He was born on August 4, 1931 in Minneapolis, MN to Bernard and Barbara (Tollefarud) Olson. Bernie is survived by his loving wife Jean; son Dean – grandsons John and David; daughter Nancy – grandchildren, Joe, Chris, Bob, Erica,...
Beth Wagie
Apr 6, 2020
Beth Margaret Wagie (née Washow), age 71, of Jackson, rested in the arms of Jesus on Palm Sunday, April 5, 2020. Born January 12, 1949 to George C. and Margaret (Haberle) Washow, Beth was raised in Milwaukee and Menomonee Falls with one older brother and one younger sister. She was confirmed at Centennial Ev. Lutheran Church in 1963, graduated from...
Timothy Kauper
Apr 4, 2020
Timothy Gene Kauper, 41, passed away on April 4, 2020 at his home in Hartford, Wisconsin. Tim, son of Gene and LaVern (nee Mueller) Kauper, was born on August 18, 1978 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He graduated from Hartford Union High School in 1997 and earned an associate degree from Moraine Park Technical College. Tim was a long time employee of...
Charles Henke
Apr 4, 2020
Charles Gustav Henke, age 79, passed away on April 4, 2020 at his home in Kewaskum. He was born on October 21, 1940 in Mellen, WI to Karl and Esther (nee Campy) Henke. He graduated high school in 1959. Charles married his love, Merle Ann Meyer on April 2, 1960 in Mellen, WI. He worked many years for both the...
Mary Frohmader
Apr 3, 2020
Mary I. Frohmader (nee Thoennes), age 89, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2020 at the Aurora Medical Center Washington County. She was born on March 28, 1931 in Racine, WI to George and Viola (nee Christopherson) Thoennes. Mary is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Donald; son Ken (Lenore), and her grandchildren Heather and Kayla. Mary is...
Jeanine Milligan
Apr 2, 2020
On Thursday, April 2nd, 2020 the Lord called home his servant Jeanine Milligan. Jeanine fought a short but valiant battle with cancer and was surrounded by family to the end. Jeanine was born on June 23rd, 1936 to Andrew and Lorraine (Belongia) Wickstrom in Kenosha, WI. Jeanine attended Mary D Bradford High School in Kenosha where she met her husband...
Kevin Juech
Apr 1, 2020
It's with heavy hearts we have to say Kevin Thomas Juech often called "The Animal," "Calvin," "Ivan Putski," "Kevy," "Edd," "Big Dog," and "Kevin From Heaven" of The Town of Trenton, owner of Kevin's Lawn Care and Eastside Landscape Supplies both of West Bend passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 1, 2020, at 4:07a.m. at Aurora Hospital in Hartford of...
Edward "Ed" Witte
Mar 31, 2020
Edward Raymond Witte Jr– Born April 26, 1928 He was born at home in Milwaukee to Edward & Ida Witte. He loved the land and growing vegetables. He went into farming with his brother Alvin. He married Marlene (nee Giessen) in 1954. Together they farmed Witte's Vegetable farm. They had one daughter Nancy Witte-Dycus (Russell). Dad retired a few years...
Bruce Kremer
Mar 30, 2020
Bruce Nicholas Kremer, age 63, was quietly called to Heaven on Monday, March 30, 2020 at his home in the Town of Trenton, WI. Bruce was born June 2, 1956 in West Bend, WI; cherished son of Merlin and Darlene (Lahr) Kremer. He grew up on Skyline Drive riding mini bikes and motorcycles, shooting BB guns, swimming, fishing, kicking butt...
Karen "Grandma" Jacquet
Mar 30, 2020
Karen "Grandma" E. Jacquet (nee Krajcik), age 77, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 30, 2020 at The Pavilion at Glacier Valley in Slinger. She was born on June 30, 1942 in Milwaukee, WI to Michael and Helen (nee Theodor) Krajcik. Karen's love was gardening, dog training and all animals. Karen was the director of training, specifically in obedience training...
Louise Rogulic
Mar 29, 2020
Louise H. Rogulic (nee Horrall) age 93 years, passed away on Sunday March 29, 2020 in West Bend. She was born on May 20, 1926 in Bemidji, Minnesota to Burtis E. and Bernice V. (nee Moody) Horrall and was raised in West Lafayette, Indiana. Louise graduated from High School in 1943, attended Purdue University and received her Masters Degree from...
Margaret Buchholz
Mar 26, 2020
Margaret E. Buchholz (nee Heibel), age 96, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2020 at The Cottages in West Bend. Due to CDC restrictions, services will held be at a later date.
Thomas "Tom" Butzke
Mar 26, 2020
Thomas "Tom" Elroy Butzke, age 66, passed away on March 26, 2020. Tom was born on October 10, 1953 to the late Elroy and Lucille (Backhaus) Butzke. Tom is survived by his daughter, Brooke Butzke; 1 brother, Robert (Kathy) Butzke of West Bend, Wisconsin; 3 Sisters, Bonnie Skrentny of Kewaskum, Wisconsin, Jane (Bob) Laubenstein of Green Bay, Wisconsin and Kelly...
Cheryl Paneitz
Mar 23, 2020
An obituary is not available at this time for Cheryl A. Paneitz. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.
Louise Severson
Mar 23, 2020
Louise Lynn Severson, nee Kramer, passed away on March 23, 2020 at the Kathy Hospice in West Bend, at the age of 76. She was born to Ray and Marge (Naber) Kramer on May 15, 1943 and was a life-long resident of Slinger. After completing eight years at St. Peter Elementary, she attended and graduated as the class valedictorian of...
Robert "Bob" Schotzko
Mar 21, 2020
Robert "Bob" F. Schotzko, age 87, passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 21, 2020 at his home in West Bend with his family. He was born on April 27, 1932 in Eau Claire, WI to Frank and Lydia (nee Maerz) Schotzko. He loved deer hunting, both gun and archery, and continued to be a crackerjack shot with his cross bow....
Bernard "Bernie" Kiefer
Mar 20, 2020
Bernard "Bernie" J. Kiefer, age 70, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2020 at the Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay. He was born on May 23, 1949 in Sheboygan, WI to Rudolf and Lieselotte (nee Wustmann) Kiefer. He married Helen M. (nee Lemke) on May 25th 1974. Bernie graduated from Cedarburg High School in 1967. He was a...
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