Daniel A. Lecher

On the morning of Thursday, September 21, 2023, Daniel Alois Lecher passed away peacefully surrounded in the comfort and love of his family.

Born on February 11, 1947 in Grafton, Wisconsin, Daniel was one of five children of Leroy and Lorraine (nee Neuy) Lecher. He attended St. Lawrence Seminary High School and joined the US Army in 1968 serving during the Vietnam War until 1974. Subsequently, Daniel went on to study Forestry and Criminal Justice. On November 10, 1979, Daniel was united in marriage to Sharon Hetzel (nee Grinwald) at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in West Bend.

He was the Lieutenant Head of Detectives at the Washington County Sheriff’s Department, and retired in 2001 after 28 years of service.

Daniel was a nature enthusiast and found immense joy in hunting, fishing, and gardening. He was a frequent golfer and a skilled bowler. He cherished his eight grandchildren beyond words and they made him incredibly proud. Daniel's profound love for his family was unparalleled, and although his absence will be deeply felt, his memory will endure forever.

Those Daniel leaves behind include his loving wife, Sharon; his children, Nicole (Jerret) Lentz, Jerod (Tabitha) Lecher, and Lauren (Marshall) Harting; his grandchildren, Alia and Kaiya Schoofs, Addison and Corinne Lecher, Cadence, Harper, and Kinsley Harting, and Nolan Lentz; his mother-in-law, Grace Grinwald; and his siblings, Linda (Craig) Andrae, Kathy (Art) Schnur, Laurie Klemish, and Steven (JoAnn) Lecher.

Further surviving Daniel are Sharon’s siblings, David (Barb) Grinwald, John (May) Grinwald, Mary (John) Mathieu, Ed (Roberta) Grinwald, Joe (JoAnn) Grinwald, Carol (Roger) Nelson, Mike (Alicia) Grinwald, Shirley (Mark) Rusniak, Nancy (Jim) Genz, Joanne (Jeff) Komp, Tony (Diane) Grinwald, Diane (Brian) Glynn, Pete (Cindy) Grinwald, Tom (Lori) Grinwald, and Jane (Mike) Faust, and many nieces and nephews.

Preceding Daniel in death are his parents, and father-in-law, Russell Grinwald.

Daniel’s life will be honored with a private memorial service and burial with Military Honors at St. Michael Catholic Church Cemetery in Kewaskum.

The family extends their gratitude to Horizon Home Care & Hospice, particularly Michelle and Kelly. They also appreciate the assistance of the independent caregivers who provided care for Daniel and ensured his safety and comfort.

Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Daniel’s arrangements. Additional information and Tribute Wall may be found at myrhum-patten.com.