Obituaries

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

A celebration of Jack and Ruth’s lives will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2025, starting at 11:00 a.m. at the home of their daughter Jill Bretzman. Please RSVP below on the Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service website if you can attend. You may click on the 'Service' tab above, and you will find the RSVP button.

Jack R. Reis, 81,...

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...

Nov 30, 2024

Janet Marie Rinzel passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at Serenity Villa III in Slinger, Wisconsin.

Born 67 years ago on July 11, 1957, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Milwaukee, Janet was one of four children of the late Andrew and Evelyn (Becker) Rinzel.

Though Janet was born visually impaired, her love of life...

Nov 30, 2024

Joseph (Joe) Robert Smith, 58, unexpectedly passed away at home on November 30, 2024, with his faithful grand-puppy, Wrigley, by his side.

Joe was born on March 15, 1966, in Hartford, Wisconsin to John Smith and Shirley (nee Raasch) Farrell. Joe started at an early age working for his grandfather and grandmother at Scenic View Country Club....

Nov 29, 2024

Craig Walter Friedemann, 63, passed away unexpectedly on November 29, 2024.

Craig was born on October 19, 1961, in Sheboygan to the late Walter and Marlene (nee Stolper) Friedemann. Craig was a Special Events Coordinator for Music Express which took him to California.  He was a quiet and reserved individual who kept to himself. Craig loved disc...