Obituaries

Local Obituaries

Felix Mata-Eusebio

Felix Mata-Eusebio

Jun 14, 2025

Félix Mata Eusebio, de 21 años, falleció inesperadamente el 14 de junio de 2025.

Félix nació el 12 de octubre de 2003 en el Poblado 15, Uxpanapa, Veracruz, México, hijo de Anastasio Mata Martínez y Julia Eusebio Vásquez. Cuando era niño, Felix era muy amable y cariñoso. Cuidó a las vacas y caballos de su familia. Si uno de sus animales...

Felix Mata-Eusebio

Felix Mata-Eusebio

Jun 14, 2025

Felix Mata Eusebio, 21, passed away unexpectedly on June 14,2025.

Felix was born on October 12, 2003 in Poblado 15, Uxpanapa, Veracruz, Mexico, to Anastasio Mata Martinez and Julia Eusebio Vasquez. As a child, Felix was very kind and caring. He helped care for his family’s cows and horses. If there was ever anything wrong with their animals, he would often...

John L. Hilbert

John L. Hilbert

Jun 14, 2025

John L. Hilbert, 65, of Mayville, passed away on June 14, 2025, at his home.

John Hilbert entered the world on December 17, 1959, born to Francis and Margaret (née Mayer) Hilbert, who have since passed. He was a graduate of Hustisford High School's class of 1978, John soon found himself managing distribution for the Daily Citizen Newspaper in Beaver Dam....

Bonnie Mae Flasch

Bonnie Mae Flasch

Jun 13, 2025

Bonnie Mae Flasch (nee Adelmeyer), 70, of West Bend, was born to eternal life on Friday, June 13, 2025, with Calvin by her side after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Bonnie was born on June 4, 1955 in West Bend, to the late Merlin and Alice Adelmeyer (nee Spaeth). Bonnie was united in marriage to the love of her life,...

Barbara Lockway Koehler (nee Otto)

Barbara Lockway Koehler (nee Otto)

Jun 13, 2025

Barbara Lockway Koehler (nee Otto), 95, was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 13, 2025, with her family by her side.

Barb was born in Manitowoc, Wisconsin on June 28, 1929 to the late Arthur and Pearl (née Lockway) Otto. She graduated from Lincoln High School and attended Carroll University and UWM receiving a teaching degree. On...

Leon E. Brasch

Leon E. Brasch

Jun 12, 2025

Leon E. Brasch, age 96, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025 at The Aspen of West Bend. He was born on March 15, 1929 to the late Carl and Amber (Potratz) Brasch.

Leon met his high school sweetheart, Joan Bratz, in Weyauwega and they wed on April 27, 1951 beginning a love story that would span 74 years.

A proud Marine,...

Gloria J. Kumrow

Gloria J. Kumrow

Jun 11, 2025

Gloria Kumrow (nee Schrauth), age 82, of the town of Farmington, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at her home. She was born on March 31, 1943, the daughter of the late Peter and Marion Schrauth. She attended grade school at St. Matthews in Campbellsport and attended Campbellsport High School.

She was united in marriage to Ronald E. Kumrow...

Bernadette Ann Thorn

Bernadette Ann Thorn

Jun 10, 2025

Bernadette Ann Thorn (nee Simon), 79, was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

Bernadette was born on August 21, 1945 in Fond du Lac, to the late Claver and Margaret Simon (nee Bach). Bernadette was united in marriage to Robert Thorn on June 12, 1965 and would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Farm life...

James D. "Jim" Reigle

James D. "Jim" Reigle

Jun 7, 2025

Regal Ware Mourns the Passing of Chairman Emeritus James D. Reigle at Age 99

Milwaukee, Wisconsin – [June 11, 2025] – Regal Ware, Inc. announces with deep sadness the passing of James D. Reigle, Chairman Emeritus, former President, and a guiding force behind the company’s legacy. Jim passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025, in West Bend, Wisconsin at the age...

Herbert M. "Herbie" Justman

Herbert M. "Herbie" Justman

Jun 5, 2025

Herbert Milton “Herbie” Justman, 83, of West Bend, passed away on June 5, 2025, at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa.

Herbie Justman entered the world on September 12, 1941, in Kohlsville, born to Herbert L. and Lucille (nee Kedinger) Justman. A proud graduate of Kewaskum High School, he wasted no time stepping into service, joining the U.S. Army on April 1, 1964,...

Lori J. Seitz

Lori J. Seitz

Jun 4, 2025

Lori Jean Seitz (nee LaJuene), age 74, of the town of Trenton, found peace after passing away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

Lori was born on May 8, 1951, in Milwaukee, to Austin and Marguerite (nee Borch) LaJuene. She graduated from Menomonee Falls High School in 1969 and later went on to earn her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Alverno...

Edwin "Ed" George Gutermann

Edwin "Ed" George Gutermann

Jun 4, 2025

Edwin George Gutermann

October 15, 1935 – June 4, 2025

On June 4th, Edwin (Ed) Gutermann was called to his heavenly home. He was born in the Town of Jackson at home on October 15, 1935, the son of Joseph and Esther (nee Kowalske) Gutermann. He was granted spiritual rebirth through the sacrament of Holy Baptism on October 27, 1935, at Trinity...

Dennis Michael Martin

Dennis Michael Martin

Jun 2, 2025

Dennis Michael Martin, age 73 years, of West Bend, was called home to be with the Lord on June 2, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Dennis was born on January 17, 1952, in Milwaukee to Ronald and Lorna Martin (Ormson). He was united in marriage to Jill Nelson on August 2, 1976, in Milwaukee.

Dennis graduated from Custer...

Carlene Malinda Cardenas

Carlene Malinda Cardenas

Jun 2, 2025

Carlene Malinda Cardenas (Freitag), age 71 years, of Lomira was called home to be with the Lord on June 2, 2025, at 2:38 am. 

Carlene was born on November 11, 1953, in Beaver Dam, WI, to Lorenze & Vernice (Enderle) Freitag. Carlene married Felix Cardenas on November 16, 1969, at United Methodist Church in Mayville, WI.

Carlene grew up on a farm...

Bryan Michael Howland

Bryan Michael Howland

Jun 1, 2025

Bryan Michael Howland

March 25, 1979 ~ June 1, 2025

Bryan Michael Howland of Farmington, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly on June 1, 2025, at the age of 46. Born on March 25, 1979, the son of Ricky and Debra (Lazenby) Howland.

Bryan is survived by his wife, Jodie; their two children, Judah and Vaeda; uncle, Rob (Beth) Howland; cousin, Brandon (Amy) Tatge; grandmother,...

Bruce D. MacMillan

Bruce D. MacMillan

May 30, 2025

Bruce D. MacMillan, 86, of West Bend, passed away on May 30, 2025, with his daughter at his side.

Bruce entered the world on March 23, 1939, embarking on a life rich with adventure and passion. His dedication to service led him to proudly enlist in the U.S. Army, where he often reminisced about the joy of his time stationed in...

Peter Roland Thomas

Peter Roland Thomas

May 30, 2025

Peter Roland Thomas, 67, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa.

Peter was born on July 21, 1957, in Plymouth, Wisconsin, to the late Roland and Elfrieda (nee Heidemann) Thomas, the third of five children. He lived with his family in Cleveland, Wisconsin and began school there before moving to West Bend at age 7, where...

William "Bill" Lee Koch

William "Bill" Lee Koch

May 29, 2025

William "Bill" Lee Koch, age 85, surrounded by his family, passed away on May 29, 2025, at Froedtert Hospital in West Bend, Wisconsin. Born on May 22, 1940, in Hartford, Wisconsin, he lived a full and vibrant life.

Bill earned his teaching license from Dodge County Teachers College but soon discovered his true calling as a natural-born salesman. His professional journey...

Richard Otto Krueger

Richard Otto Krueger

May 29, 2025

Richard O. Krueger, of West Bend, formerly of Lomira, was called home to be with the Lord on May 29, 2025, after celebrating his 104th Birthday, at Samaritan Health Care Center – The Fields in West Bend.

Richard was born on May 28, 1921, in Lomira to William “Bill” and Wilhemina “Minnie” Krueger (Enderle).

Richard attended grade school in a one-room schoolhouse...

Glenn J. Herman

Glenn J. Herman

May 27, 2025

Glenn J. Herman, 67, of West Bend, passed away on May 27, 2025, at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa.

Glenn Herman, born on June 25, 1957, in West Bend, was the beloved son of the late Thomas and Mildred (née Gass) Herman. He attended Kewaskum High School before honorably serving his country in the U.S. Navy. Glenn later worked at Gehl Company...