Local Obituaries
Amie S. Giese
Mar 4, 2025
Amie S. Giese, 47, of the town of Lomira, passed away on March 4, 2025, at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa, with her family at her side.
Amie was born on November 11, 1977, in Appleton, the daughter of Kenneth and Vicki (nee Coon) Kroiss. On September 30, 2005, she was united in marriage to Brian Giese in Oshkosh.
After earning her degree...
Ruth Monica Lorbiecki
Mar 3, 2025
Ruth Monica Lorbiecki, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, at the age of 78. She was born on August 9, 1946, daughter of the late Walter and Isabelle Wiske.
She is survived by her amazing daughters; Holly (Matt) Wieckowicz, Jennifer Lorbiecki (Steve Miller), grandsons; Lucas & Carter Wieckowicz and Adam & Brandon Miller; sisters Isabelle Wiske, Elizabeth “Liz” Serchen and...
Patricia "Pat" J. Corrao
Mar 3, 2025
Patricia “Pat” Jane Corrao, 74, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 3, 2025, at Froedtert Hospital in West Bend.
Pat was born on June 3, 1950, in Milwaukee, to the late Andrew and Doris (Klenz) Corrao. Throughout her career, Pat worked at Briggs and Stratton, Gehl, and retired from Walmart. Pat loved being with her family, friends, traveling and spending time...
Judith Ann Wilkens
Mar 3, 2025
Judith Ann Wilkens, age 67, passed away peacefully at home on March 3, 2025, surrounded by her family and with God by her side, after a long battle with aphasia.
Judy was born on July 5, 1957, in Campbellsport, WI, and later moved with her family to West Bend. She graduated from West Bend West High School, where she was an...
Thomas Joseph Miller
Mar 2, 2025
"See you When the Wind Blows"
Thomas "Jumbo" Miller, age 83, of West Bend, Wisconsin went to be with the Lord on March 2, 2025. He was born to the late Raymond and Helen (Hammerer) Miller on October 22, 1941 in Milwaukee. He was united in marriage to Annette Prochnow on May 20, 1978, in Jackson. Tom was a devoted husband,...
Alan George Volkman
Feb 28, 2025
Alan G. Volkman, age 73, of West Bend, found peace on February 28, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Al was born on August 19, 1951, in Merrill to Alfred and Sally Volkman (Kunkel). He met Cynthia Kasat Douville in 1987, and the couple was united in marriage on April 30, 1999 in West Bend.
Al graduated from Wautoma...
Thomas Lee Holt
Feb 28, 2025
Thomas Lee Holt, 95, was born to eternal life on Friday, February 28, 2025.
Thomas was born on May 31, 1929, in Racine to George and Gertrude (nee Kemen). He was united in marriage to Mona Wilde on August 1, 1952, at St. Joesph’s Catholic Church in Racine. She passed away on March 3, 2021. Thomas proudly served in the Army...
Donald J. Fechter Sr.
Feb 28, 2025
Donald J. Fechter Sr. of St. Kilian passed away on February 28, 2025 at Kathy Hospice with his loving family by his side. Don was born in the family home in the Town of Trenton on March 25, 1941. Son of the late Paul Sr. and Martha Fechter (Kultgen).
Don married Shirley Buechler on October 26, 1963 at St. Francis Borgia...
Richard "Rick" W. Boettcher
Feb 28, 2025
Richard W. Boettcher, age 66 of West Bend passed away on February 28, 2025 at Lawlis Family Hospice in Mequon. Born on September 19, 1958, the son of the late Willard and June (nee Faul) Boettcher.
Favorite Hobbies included hunting, fishing, being in the great outdoors, and bowling.
He is survived by his sisters; Carol (Ken) Bartz of West Bend, Jan (Steve)...
Nancy A. Goschey
Feb 27, 2025
Nancy A. Goschey, 86, of West Bend passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee with her family by her side.
Nancy was born in Mequon on December 3, 1938, to the late Christian and Arlene (nee Barth) Fromm of Cedarburg. On June 20, 1958, Nancy married Herbert N. Goschey of Fredonia at Trinity Lutheran in...
Steven Brunner
Feb 26, 2025
Brunner, Steven M., age 71,
Eagle Scout, 50+ year member of DeMolay, and former member of the North Lake Yacht Club, died peacefully at home on February 26, 2025, under hospice care in Oro Valley, Arizona, with his devoted wife, Christine, by his side.
Steve was born in Milwaukee on September 15, 1953, the only child of Spencer and Ruth (nee Skrzypczak)...
Carol Jean Karlslyst
Feb 26, 2025
Carol Jean Karlslyst was born in Waukesha, WI on April 24, 1936, to Ernest J. and Helen Mae (Smith) McCauley. She attended Carroll College and was married to David Craigmile. Together they had two children, Richard Craigmile Karlsyst & Jean Craigmile Karlslyst Dorney. Carol was widowed and remarried Robert "Abbie" Karlslyst of Stoughton, WI and together they welcomed another daughter,...
Alan Stuart Linquist
Feb 26, 2025
Alan S. Linquist
February 26, 2025
Alan S. Linquist, 69, passed peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. Alan began his journey on June 7, 1955, at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany, as the beloved son of Wayne and Jeanne (nee Kaueffling) Linquist.
Alan grew up in both Kansas City, MO. and Rockford, IL....
Gary Soll
Feb 25, 2025
Gary R. Soll, 62, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025. He was born on July 28, 1962 to Mary (Immel) and Richard L. “Dick” Soll in Fond du Lac, WI.
Gary grew up in Fond du Lac and graduated from Goodrich HS in 1982. He then joined the family business at Searl Inc. Gary and Amy also owned Diamond Dave’s...
Roy Wayne Strom
Feb 25, 2025
Roy Wayne Strom passed peacefully with close family at his side on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the age of 85 years. He was born June 5, 1939, in Oconto, Wisconsin, to the late Carl and Ruth Strom. Roy married his beloved wife of 61 years, Nancy Strom on July 13, 1963.
Roy was a shining light in the lives of...
Robert Lloyd Cottrill
Feb 25, 2025
Robert Lloyd “Bob” Cottrill, age 77, of Mayville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at the Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.
Bob was born on August 2, 1947 to Lloyd and Ella (nee Gall) Cottrill. He grew up in Baraboo, Wisconsin and graduated from Baraboo High School in 1966 where he excelled in athletics. After high school, he...
Joanne M. MacMillan
Feb 24, 2025
Joanne M. MacMillan, 75, of West Bend, passed away on February 24, 2025, at Compassionate Heights in Beechwood.
September 19, 1949, in Milwaukee, a bright soul named Joanne entered the world, born to the loving Antone Sr. and Eleanore (nee Schoner) Klein. Destiny weaved her path with Bruce MacMillan, whom she married on the very same day in 1970 at Holy...
Paul J. Clark
Feb 23, 2025
Paul J. Clark, 74, of West Bend, passed away on February 23, 2025, at Samaritan Health Center in West Bend.
On October 7, 1950, Paul made his grand entrance into the world in Milwaukee, born to the loving William and Irene (née Witczak) Clark. Paul took his first academic steps at Boys Tech High School in Milwaukee. Post-graduation, he donned the...
Gerald H. Rogge
Feb 22, 2025
Gerald H. “Jerry” Rogge, 75, of Sheboygan, formerly of Jackson and West Bend, passed away on February 22, 2025, at Edenbrook in Sheboygan.
Jerry was born on July 2, 1949, in West Bend, the son of the late Henry and LaVerne (nee Rettmann) Rogge. Jerry farmed his whole life in the town of Jackson and Coleman and also served on the...
Patti Ann Spatcher
Feb 21, 2025
With profound sadness and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Patti Ann Spatcher (née Hildebrand), on February 21 in West Bend, Wisconsin, surrounded by family. After facing ALS with grace and courage, Patti has found peace.
Born to Howard and Maxine Grant Hildebrand in Onawa, Iowa, Patti carried the warmth and genuine spirit of her roots throughout her life. Her...
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