Obituaries

Nov 9, 2016

Deborah “Deb” J. Duenkel, 51, of Kewaskum, entered eternal life on Wednesday, November 9, 2016, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in the town of Polk after a courageous battle with cancer.

Deb was born on June 19, 1965, the daughter of the late Harold and Adeline (nee Kutz) Bath in West Bend and on July 2, 2005, she...

Nov 7, 2016

Carole Olson Lemke, 81, of West Bend, Wisconsin, died November 7, 2016, after a brief illness.

Carole was born February 13, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois and was the only child of Carl and Rigmor Olson, who emigrated from Scandinavia, and met and married in Chicago. Carole maintained a lifelong interest in her heritage, staying in touch with...

Nov 4, 2016

William “Willie” Bach, 88, of Mayville, passed away on Friday, November 4, 2016, at Hope Health and Rehabilitation Center in Lomira.

Willie was born on October 2, 1928, in Ashford, the son of the late Frank and Josephine (Brill) Bach. Willie was employed by Marissie Cheese Factory in Knowles. He lived his entire life in...

Oct 30, 2016

Edith L. “Toodles” Swenson, 83, of West Bend, passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2016, at Ivy Manor, surrounded by her loving family.

Toodles was born on February 14, 1933, in Allenton, the daughter of the late Gerhard and Pearl (Hess) Eickman. In 1959, Toodles was married to Larry Swenson in Kohlsville. Larry preceded Toodles...

Oct 25, 2016

Angeline C. Weber (nee May), 88, of West Bend, passed away on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at her home.

Angie was born on May 27, 1928, to the late Ed and Lillian (nee Feider) May in Sheboygan. On May 3, 1950, she was united in marriage to Alvin Weber. Angie worked for Tecumsch Power Products in Grafton...

Oct 25, 2016

Kayla A. Bauske, 23, of Milwaukee, passed away on Monday, October 24, 2016.

She was born on May 27, 1993 to her parents in Milwaukee. She grew up in Slinger and West Bend, a vibrant and mischievous character. Kayla grew to have many ambitions and profound passion, pursuing multiple hobbies. She loved music, drawing, fashion designing, journaling...

Oct 24, 2016

Virginia B. Luethy, 98, of South Byron, was called home in her sleep on Monday, October 24, 2016, at Woodland Senior Park in Fond du Lac.

Virginia was born on August 9, 1918, the daughter of the late Walter and Della (nee Pade) Lerch.  She was baptized at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Brownsville on August 11,...

Oct 23, 2016

Edward A. Bartel, 98, of West Bend, joined his wife Rosiebar on Sunday, October 23, 2016 at The Cottages at Cedar Run, West Bend.

He was born on September 17, 1918 in Wautoma to the late Julius and Olga (nee Podoll) Bartel. He graduated from Wautoma High School. In 1942 he graduated from the University of Wisconsin...

Oct 23, 2016

Steven Craig Eutsler, 59, was born to life on September 1, 1957 in Alexandria, Virginia, the son of the late Walter and Ruth (Umness) Eutsler. He followed his Lord to Eternal Grace on Sunday, October 23, 2016.

Steven was also preceded in death by his sister, Susan Anderson.

His faith is...

Oct 22, 2016

Joseph Erwin Matenaer was born on a farm in Kewaskum, Wisconsin on January 24th, 1930.  He entered Heaven on October 22nd, 2016.  Joe was 86 years old.  He was the oldest son of Joseph and Florence Matenaer (Berres).  He was one of 9 children.  Joe reminisced often of the fun adventures and hard work of growing up on his...

Oct 22, 2016

James “Jim” W. Schaub, 59, of Kewaskum, was called home to be with his Lord unexpectedly while up north at his cabin on Saturday, October 22, 2016.

Jim was born on June 29, 1957, the son of the late Homer and Mary (nee Slesar) Schaub and on June 4, 1983, he was united in marriage to Tracey...

Oct 19, 2016

Paul Louis “Powder Horn” Lefebvre was called home to be with his Lord on Sunday, October 16, 2016 at the age of 83.

Paul was born on March 7, 1933 in Possaic, New Jersey to the late Louis and Marion (nee Nowash) Lefebvre.  As a young man, he served his country honorably in the United States Army...

Oct 16, 2016

Douglas D. “Doug” White, 89, of the town of Scott, entered eternal life on Sunday, October 16, 2016, at Cedar Community in West Bend.

Doug was born on October 31, 1926, in Milwaukee, the son of the late Gordon P. and Clara P. (nee Radke) White.  On October 15, 1949, Doug was united in marriage to Marian...

Oct 7, 2016

Hal David Midkiff, 75, of West Bend, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 7, 2016.

Hal was born on July 2, 1941, in West Hamlin, West Virginia, the son of the late Elmer and Elizabeth (Bills) Midkiff. He proudly served his country in U.S. Army in the 101 st Airborne Division. Hal enjoyed his job...

Oct 6, 2016

Victor D. Lehr Sr., 82, of Horicon, passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2016, at Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac.

Victor was born on April 19, 1934, in Sheboygan, the son of the late Ernst and Violet (Leicht) Lehr. On September 18, 1987, he was united in marriage to Diane Henderson at...

Oct 3, 2016

Marjorie “Margie” L. Broecker (nee Sailer), 73, of Grand Island, Florida, found peace on Monday October 3, 2016 at her home.

She was born on November 27, 1943 to the late Clarence and Marjorie (nee Hudson) Sailer in Orangeburg, SC. On April 25, 1964 she was united in marriage to Earl Broecker at St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception...

Oct 3, 2016

Joseph “Joe” H. Anderson, 74, of the town of Wayne, entered eternal life on Monday, October 3, 2016, at home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on March 28, 1942, in Minneota Minnesota, the son of the late Hilmer and Clara (nee Drewicke) Anderson.

Joe attended both St....