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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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Reverend Frank Bauman

Reverend Frank Bauman

Sep 24, 2019

Reverend Frank A. Bauman, age 89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at Serenity Villa in Slinger. He was born on November 18, 1929 in Brooklyn, New York to Frank and Gertrude (nee Weiss) Bauman. Frank's religious awaking happened early in life during high school. As his faith in Christianity grew complete, he felt a calling to lead,...

Nicholas Kane

Nicholas Kane

Sep 23, 2019

Found peace on Monday, September 23, 2019. Nicholas is survived by his dearest wife Alyssa Kane. Beloved son of Nathan and Sandra Kane. Loving brother of Wesley Kane and Rebecca (Lucas) Ledger. Proud uncle of Melody Ledger. Further survived by grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, and other family and friends. He is preceded in death by maternal grandfather Frank "Jerry"...

Richard Budiac

Richard Budiac

Sep 22, 2019

Richard S. Budiac "Rich", passed away Sunday September 22, 2019 at the age of 83 years. He was born on February 9, 1936 in Wauwatosa to Vincent and Rose (nee Filo) Budiac. Rich served in the US Army from May 1954 until February 1956. On June 6, 1955 he married Carol A. Zimmermann at Jesu Church in Milwaukee and they...

Jane Nickel

Jane Nickel

Sep 16, 2019

Jane Louise (nee Kocher) Nickel, Mayville, went to be with her Lord, September 16th, 2019 after a brave, strong battle with cancer and MS. She passed peacefully at home with her husband, Darvin, by her side. Jane was born March 2, 1959 to Ronald and Mary Kocher. Jane and Darvin united in marriage August 2,1984. Jane's most important job was...

Mara Scherbarth

Mara Scherbarth

Sep 15, 2019

Mara Scherbarth, (nee Maczollek) age 59 years, passed away on Sunday September 15th. She was born on November 2, 1959 in Milwaukee and was raised in Brookfield. Mara graduated from Brookfield East High School Class of "77". On July 28, 1979, Mara married Michael Scherbarth at Gloria Dei Bethesda Church in Wauwatosa and they began their family. She was employed...

Susan Trudell

Susan Trudell

Sep 14, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for Susan L. Trudell. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.

Robert Mueller

Robert Mueller

Sep 12, 2019

Robert Donald Mueller, age 70 of Scottsdale, Arizona passed away peacefully on September 12, 2019. He was born on June 29, 1949 to Hildegard Mueller in Kempten, Germany. He married Carol Behling on July 4, 1997 in Ashford, Wisconsin. He attended West Bend High School, graduating in 1967. He proudly served in the US Army from 1970-71. Robert loved hiking...

Leo Trepes

Leo Trepes

Sep 12, 2019

Leo E. Trepes, age 85 years, passed away Thursday September 12, 2019 at his residence. He was born on June 18, 1934 in Wilton, WI to Frank and Margaret (nee Sweeny) Trepes and was raised in Kendall, WI. On December 14, 1973, Leo married Karen M. Schoedel and spent 45 years of marriage together. Leo was a mechanic by trade...

Adeline Ovenshire

Adeline Ovenshire

Sep 12, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for Adeline E. Ovenshire (Rosenthal). We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.

Jack Taylor

Jack Taylor

Sep 10, 2019

No obituary will be provided. Private Services will be held.

Elaine Walker

Elaine Walker

Sep 9, 2019

Elaine J. Walker (nee Ragen), passed away Monday September 9, 2019 at the age of 77 years. She was born on September 3, 1942 in West Allis to Vincent and Marjorie (nee Storck). She graduated from West Allis Hale High School Class of "60". On September 30, 1961, Elaine married Jack Walker in West Allis. Elaine interests were sewing, quilting,...

Joan Butz

Joan Butz

Sep 9, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for Joan M. Butz (Malek). We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.

Arleen Forsythe

Arleen Forsythe

Sep 8, 2019

Arleen Joyce Forsythe (nee Melinski), age 90, passed away Sunday September 8, 2019 at the Samaritan Home in West Bend. She was born on April 19, 1929 in Milwaukee to Edward and Anna (nee Willmann) Melinski. She was married to Armand Forsythe for sixty-two years before he passed away on June 29, 2010. Arleen worked for Briggs & Stratton before...

Laurine Karow

Laurine Karow

Sep 7, 2019

Laurine "Lari" Mary Karow (nee Gehrs), age 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at the Lawlis Family Hospice in Mequon. Lari was born on March 25, 1932 in Milwaukee, WI to Warren and Anne (nee Aukofer) Gehrs. Lari attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison and County Medical College where she graduated with her nursing degree. After obtaining...

Sandra Bowman

Sandra Bowman

Sep 5, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for Sandra Marie Bowman (Gustafson). We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.

Oscar Hetzel

Oscar Hetzel

Sep 5, 2019

Oscar " Ozzie" Hetzel, age 93 passed away peacefully on September 5, 2019. He was born in Slinger on June 20, 1926. Ozzie had a lifelong passion for traveling, history, hunting and fishing. He was a general contractor and built many houses. He didn't just build houses, he helped create homes. At the center of his life was the love...

John Torma

John Torma

Sep 3, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for John Torma. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.

David Schall

David Schall

Sep 2, 2019

David L. Schall, age 76 of West Bend, passed away on September 2nd, 2019. He was born to Leroy and Viola Schall on February 28, 1943. David loved spending time with his family, especially his grandsons. He loved woodworking, racing, and operating construction equipment. He would often be found tinkering on lawnmowers and snowblowers. He never missed a day of...

Richard Zurn

Richard Zurn

Aug 31, 2019

Richard D. Zurn, age 70 years, passed away Saturday August 31, 2019 at his residence. He was born on November 23, 1948 in Milwaukee to Robert and Mildred ( Pederson) Zurn. Richard graduated from Slinger High School Class of "66". On June 22, 1968, he married Karen Kay Porath at Holy Hill. His profession was a self employed floor installer....

Donald Gnewikow

Donald Gnewikow

Aug 31, 2019

Donald H. Gnewikow, age 88 years, passed away Saturday August 31, 2019. He was born on July 30, 1931 in Tomah, WI to Harold and Florence (nee Schmeckel) Gnewikow. Don served in the US Army and was a plasterer by trade. He was always remodeling the house, painting, puttering around, helping anyone that needed help, was called on to do...

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