Obituaries

Dec 20, 2024

Anthony P. “Tony” Hesprich, 94, of Lomira, passed away on December 20, 2024, at Ivy Manor in West Bend.

Tony Hesprich, born on November 4, 1930, to John and Isabel (Strobel) Hesprich, embarked on a life filled with dedication and community spirit. On July 9, 1955, he married Mary Ann Schraufnagel at St. Andrew’s Catholic...

Dec 14, 2024

Beatrice Ann Steffes (nee Diederich), 89, was born into eternal life with Jesus on Saturday, December 14, 2024, with her family by her side.

Beatrice “Bea” was born on May 4, 1935, to the late Raymond and Beata (nee Pinkert) Diederich. Bea was confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Grafton and graduated from Lutheran High School...

Dec 14, 2024

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Claudia Erickson at the age of 70 years. She passed away unexpectedly at her home.

Claudia was born at St. Agnes Hospital to Francis and Elaine Strobel Koenigs. Claudia was raised in Lomira on her parents’ farm where she dedicated her...

Dec 12, 2024

Mary Watson, a woman of love, generosity, and kindness, was called home to the lord December 12, 2024, at the age of 75, in Slinger, WI. Born August 16, 1949, in Milwaukee, WI.

Mary was the beloved daughter of the late William and Jeanette Watson. Sister to Charlene George and late John Watson (Barb). Leaving behind many...

Dec 11, 2024

Winifred M. Caviggiola, 91, of West Bend, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024.

Per Winifred's wishes there will be no services for her.

Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Winifred's arrangements. Additional information and tribute wall can be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

Dec 11, 2024

Diane E. Roth (nee Guschl) 80, passed away peacefully at Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac on December 11, 2024. She was born on July 10, 1944, in Milwaukee. Diane is the daughter of the late William and Theresa (Nee Lettow) Guschl. She was a graduate of Washington High School - Milwaukee in 1963. She married William...

Dec 10, 2024

Carolyn Joy Muentner, 86, entered eternal life on December 10, 2024 at SSM Hospice House of Hope in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.

Carolyn was born to her parents, Joy Mae Moore and Graham Whitehead, in Michigan on May 29, 1938. An inquisitive child, Carolyn excelled in academics and adored traveling to interesting places. Before reaching adulthood, as...

Dec 10, 2024

Obituary for Norene Susan Johnson (nee Juech).

Norene was born on March 23, 1943 in West Bend to the late Reginald and Florence (nee Fellenz) Juech. The Sister to Cordell Enright, and the late Sheldon Juech, Melroy Juech, and Darwin Juech. She married Lawrence  “Larry” Johnson on May 15, 1965 and had three children, Steven Johnson (Debbie...

Dec 10, 2024

Judith “Judy” M. Brace, 67 of West Bend passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side after her battle with cancer on December 10, 2024 at Lawlis Horizon Hospice Care in Mequon. She was born on December 26, 1956, she is the daughter of Herbert and Bernadine (nee Moran) Brace.

She graduated from West Bend...

Dec 9, 2024

Linda J. Gruett (nee Smalley, formerly Fretschel), age 79 of West Bend, passed peacefully at Froedtert West Bend Hospital on Monday, December 9, 2024 of leukemia.

Born on December 31, 1944, Linda was the only child of Herbert and Allene (nee Fingerhut) Smalley. She grew up in Milwaukee and attended Rufus King High School. She then went...

Dec 8, 2024

Eleanore A. Peters, 97, of West Bend, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 8, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at her side.

Eleanore's story is a tapestry of love, resilience, and joy. Born on May 22, 1927, in St. Lawrence, Wisconsin, to the late Nicholas and Kathryn (nee Wolf) Strupp. On February...

Dec 7, 2024

Dolores L. Terlinden, age 100 years, of West Bend, passed on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Kathy’s Hospice surrounded by her family.

She was born March 23, 1924, in the Town of Barton to the late Herbert and Olga Kocher (nee Peterman).  Dolores married the love of her life Ervin H. Terlinden on June 23, 1945, at...

Dec 6, 2024

Joan M. Stoffel, 73, of the town of Kewaskum, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024, at Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, with her family at her side.

Joan was born on May 1, 1951, in Hartford, the daughter of the late Bernard and Elaine (nee Kempken) Hauser. She grew up in Jackson, Wisconsin, and graduated...

Dec 6, 2024

Kevin J. Biertzer, age 54 years, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on December 6, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends after his courageous battle with cancer.

Kevin was born on May 5, 1970, in West Bend to James and Mary Biertzer (nee Blazel).  He was united...

Dec 5, 2024

Justin Keith Rady, age 34 years, of West Bend, entered Eternal Rest on Thursday, December 5, 2024.

Justin was born on March 29, 1990, in Waukegan, Illinois to Calvin Rady and Sandy Jeske. He was united in marriage to Bri Rady on August 4, 2024, and then again on October 4, 2024, because they had so much...

Dec 5, 2024

Arthur Elmore Kufahl, 77 of West Bend, went to his heavenly home on Thursday, December 5th surrounded by his family.

Arthur was born on May 22, 1947, to the late Robert and Lavern (nee Schmidt) Kufahl. He served his country in the United States Army from 1965-1967 as Culinary Specialist in Germany. Arthur worked at Gehl company...

Dec 2, 2024

On Monday, December 2, 2024, Charles David Dodge passed away unexpectedly at his home in West Bend.

Born 83 years ago on October 2, 1941, Charles was the son of the late Charles Edward and Jeannette (nee Pecor) Dodge. He graduated from high school, and immediately enlisted with the US Army where he served his country honorably...

Dec 2, 2024

June Duenkel, age 72 years, of West Bend, was called home to be with the Lord on December 2, 2024.

June was born on November 5, 1952, in West Bend to Arthur and Myrtle Duenkel (nee Schaefer). June was united in marriage to David Simons on July 2, 1976, and later divorced on October 9, 1997.

Dec 1, 2024

***REVISED DETAILS OF THE SERVICE AND VISITATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED PENDING UPDATES FROM RUTH'S FAMILY***

Ruth A. Reis, 76, of West Bend, was reunited with her beloved parents in Heaven on December 1, 2024.

Ruth was born on August 27, 1948, in West Bend, the daughter of the late Ward and...

Dec 1, 2024

Although Alan Johnson would have appreciated this obituary to be in Pig Latin because he enjoyed making others laugh, it is with profound sorrow that we announce his unexpected passing on Sunday, December 1, 2024, while in Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital.

He was born a “wild guy” to Leonard and Irene (Johnston) Johnson in Milwaukee on May...