Obituaries

Oct 12, 2024

Robert Henry Marquardt, 93, of Random Lake died peacefully on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Rocky Knoll Health Facility surrounded by family.

He was born in the town of Farmington on March 13, 1931, to the late Philip and Viola (nee Jobs) Marquardt, Bob served his country in the United States Army from 1951-1953. On September 3,...

Oct 12, 2024

Eric Jay Schladweiler, age 57, of Kewaskum, WI was called home to be with the Lord on October 12, 2024, at Aurora Zilber Family Hospice in Wauwatosa, WI, following a very courageous battle with cancer.

Eric was born on May 13, 1967, in West Bend to the late LeRoy and Gertrude (nee Schmidt) Schladweiler of Kewaskum, WI....

Oct 11, 2024

Marilyn A. Martin, 88, of Kewaskum, passed away at her home on Friday, October 11, 2024, with her family at her side.

Marilyn was born on October 22, 1935, in a farmhouse in the town of Wayne, the daughter of the late Herman and Elsie (nee Engelmann) Eichsteadt. She led a rich and fulfilling life, deeply rooted...

Oct 8, 2024

Ellis W. “Ollie” Krahn, 92, of Kewaskum, formerly of Beechwood, passed away on October 8, 2024, at Froedtert West Bend Hospital.

Ollie was born on October 28, 1931, in Beechwood, the son of the late Ervin and Marie (nee Kreutzinger) Krahn. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict in the 39th...

Oct 3, 2024

David A. “Dave” Karraker, 71, of Newburg, found peace on October 2, 2024, at his home.

Dave Karraker, born on May 31, 1953, in Madison to Francis and Darlene (Clifton) Karraker, led a life full of adventure and service. After graduating from Cedarburg High School in 1971, he enlisted in the Marines, where he completed...

Oct 3, 2024

Judith “Judy” Louise Kohn (nee Abel), 82, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at Kathy Hospice with her family by her side.

Judy was born on April 29, 1942, in West Bend to the late Henry and Gertrude (nee Weidman) Abel. Judy was confirmed at St. Lucas Lutheran Church in Kewaskum in 1956 and graduated from...

Sep 30, 2024

Kenneth R. Driessel, 84, passed away unexpectedly on September 30, 2024 at his home in West Bend, Wisconsin.

Kenneth was born on April 29, 1940, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the late Richard and Margaret (nee Otto) Driessel. He grew up in West Bend after his parents settled there following the end of World War II.  He attended...

Sep 30, 2024

Jo Ann C. Salek (nee Vitek), passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024, with her family by her side.

Jo Ann was born on January 7, 1936, in Highbridge, Wisconsin, to the late Joseph and Mildred (nee Tobin) Vitek. She was the second oldest of eleven children. Jo Ann and her siblings made the proverbial trek to...

Sep 29, 2024

Helen E. Charlton, 91, of the town of Trenton, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2024, with her husband Jim by her side.

She was born the daughter of Edward and Rose (Ritger) Sauer on April 24, 1933, in Rubicon, WI.

She married the love of her life, James R. Charlton, on July 26, 1963, and...

Sep 28, 2024

Marjorie “Margie” B. Bubb (nee Belger), 68, of Campbellsport, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024, with family by her side.

Margie was born on February 13, 1956, in West Bend to the late Myron and Viola (nee Rick) Belger. She graduated from Kewaskum High School in 1974.  On January 24, 1975, she was united in marriage...

Sep 27, 2024

Marion “Todd” D. Shafer, 91, of the town of Byron, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024, at his home.

Todd was born on June 1, 1933, in Richland Center, WI, to the late Hubert and Susan (nee Walton) Shafer. On October 17, 1953, he was united in marriage to Anna Walley in Harvard, Illinois.  He was...

Sep 26, 2024

Norbert John Krautkramer, age 93 years, of Saukville passed peacefully while sleeping on September 26, 2024 at Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, surrounded by loving family.

He was born on December 12, 1930 in Random Lake to Frieda (nee Giese) and Robert Krautkramer. At the birth, Frieda was ill with a terrible strain of flu and...

Sep 26, 2024

Darlis Ann Wilfer (nee Justman) peacefully passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at the age of 88 with her family at her side. We are grateful for Mom’s beautiful life, and comforted by the faith we have that she is in a better place united with her husband, Chuck Wilfer, Sr.

Darlis was born on December...

Sep 24, 2024

Kelly M. Kind, 41, of West Bend, was called home to be with her Dad, on September 24, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Kelly was born on July 18, 1983, in West Bend, the daughter of Richard and Sharon (nee Weinfurter) Kind. She graduated from West Bend East in 2001 and pursued her passion for...

Sep 22, 2024

John C. Lawrenz, 81, of Watertown, formerly of Milwaukee, passed away on September 22, 2024, at his home, with his family at his side and the sounds of his grandkids enjoying each other’s company in the background.

John was born on August 26, 1943, in Fond du Lac to the Rev. Carl and Irene (née...

Sep 19, 2024

Mary A. Rady, 86, of West Bend passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 19, 2024.

She was born on May 22, 1938, to the late Joseph and Louise (nee Reitmeier) Goeppert in Mayfield, WI. Grew up on the farm in Newburg and worked there until she was 16 years old. At 18 she was united in marriage...

Sep 16, 2024

Curtis R. Manthey, 77, of Mayville passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 16, 2024.

He was born on August 31, 1947, to the late Richard and Lorraine (nee Qualmann) Manthey in Beaver Dam, WI. Curtis graduated from Mayville High School in 1965. He worked as a farmer his whole life as well and many...

Sep 15, 2024

John Raymond Carini of Watertown, WI joined his family in Heaven on Sunday, September 15, 2024.

John was born on March 5, 1934 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, along with his twin sister, Josephine, to the late Albert Dominic Carini and Margaret Lalicata Carini. He grew up in the Third Ward which was predominately an Italian Community at the...

Sep 12, 2024

Sandra L. Wamser (nee Wise) 77, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024, at the Aurora Zilber Family Hospice.  She was the beloved wife of Patrick for 52 years and the dedicated mother of Jeffrey (Wendy) Wamser and Nancy (Craig) Braidigan. Proud grandmother of Kaitlynn, Ava and Addison.

Sandy was born in Glen Ellyn IL to the...

Sep 12, 2024

Ann M. Kissinger (nee Kingsbury), age 83 years, of West Bend passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at Ivy Manor in West Bend.

Ann was born on August 4, 1941, in Milwaukee, daughter of the late James and Eva (Hansen) Kingsbury and Anita (nee Poenisch) Kingsbury.  She was united in marriage to Gene W. Kissinger on...