Obituaries

Jul 5, 2024

Shirley B. Stasiewicz (nee Plizka), 88, of Franklin, WI was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 5, 2024. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Kenneth G. Stasiewicz, and her parents, Steven & Helen (nee Wilber) Plizka.

Shirley was born on June 9, 1936, in Milwaukee, WI. She graduated from Pulaski High School...

Jul 4, 2024

Michael Paul “Mike” Wimmer, age 73 years, of Slinger was called home to be with the Lord on July 4, 2024 at Kathy Hospice in West Bend surrounded by his loving family.

Mike was born on July 27, 1950 in Milwaukee to Russell and LaVerne Wimmer (Meyer).  He was united in marriage to Sandra “Sandy” Schwichtenburg on...

Jul 4, 2024

Beatrice H. “Bea” Weiss, 77, of Fond du Lac, formerly of Kewaskum, passed away on July 4, 2024, at her home with her family at her side.

Bea was born on August 26, 1946, in West Bend, the daughter of the late Wilmer and Adeline (nee Tackes) Flasch. She was baptized, had her First Communion...

Jul 2, 2024

Kathy A. Zastrow (nee Backhaus), 67, of Mayville passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 2, 2024.

She was born on December 7, 1956, to the late Orville and Dorothy (nee Kranz) in Beaver Dam, WI. On November 3, 1979, she was united in marriage to Michael S. Zastrow in Lomira, WI. Together they raised their three children....

Jul 1, 2024

Matthew J. Bowen, 50, of Jackson passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 1, 2024.

He was born on January 15, 1974, to James and Virginia (nee Fink) Bowen in Brookfield, WI.

Above all, Matt was a devoted father to his two daughters, Ava and Sophia. His pride in them was immeasurable, and he often spoke...

Jun 29, 2024

Evelyn P. “Evie” Thiemer, 101, of Kewaskum, passed away on June 29, 2024, at The Fields in West Bend, with her family at her side.

Evie was born on April 12, 1923, in Milwaukee, the daughter of the late Rudolph and Emily (nee Hassinger) Kuehl. On February 10, 1945, she was united in marriage to...

Jun 29, 2024

Robert (Bob) F. Peters, of West Bend, passed away peacefully at the age of 74, surrounded by his family at Kathy Hospice on Saturday, June 29, 2024 after suffering complications from Chemotherapy. Robert was born September 28, 1949 to Robert and Marie (Van Beek) Peters in West Bend. He was raised on the farm and enjoyed helping his dad...

Jun 23, 2024

Austin A. Cochran, 34, of Kewaskum, passed away on June 23, 2024.

Austin entered the world with a vibrant spirit on March 24, 1990, in West Bend, born to parents Andrew and Joan (née Beisbier) Cochran. His entire life was a canvas of creativity, brimming with a passion for art, an innate sense of humor,...

Jun 21, 2024

Timothy Richard “Tim” Sullivan DDS, age 77 years, of West Bend found peace on June 21, 2024, at Froedtert West Bend Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Tim was born on January 10, 1947, in Chippewa Falls to Thomas and Marilyn Sullivan (Murphy).  He was united in marriage to Faith Ziegler on September 7, 1968, at Holy...

Jun 19, 2024

Dawn I. Missall (nee Neuy), 56, of West Bend passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.

She was born on July 27, 1967, to Arthur and Linda (nee wood) Neuy in Racine, WI. Dawn grew up in West Bend. On July 13, 1985, she was united in marriage to Ervin Missall. She stayed home and raised her...

Jun 16, 2024

Faith Wilanna Beck (Luedtke), age 91, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2024, at Adelaide Place, Fond du Lac, WI. Faith was born on October 2, 1932 to Louis and Mary (Ablard) Luedtke in rural Campbellsport on the farm her parents built. She was baptized at Ebenezer Church, and confirmed at Salem Evangelical Church. Faith graduated from Lomira High...

Jun 15, 2024

Debora “Deb” L. Stathas (nee Johns), 67, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at her home.

She was born on March 11, 1957, to the late Ervin and Lorraine (nee Lochowicz) Johns in Milwaukee, WI. Deb graduated from Bay View High School in 1975. She worked at Aurora Medical for many years, Then, worked at...

Jun 15, 2024

Barbara York, 86, mother, teacher, accomplished traveler, arts aficionado, expert bridge player, and fancy nails enthusiast, died on the evening of June 15th due to complications from Parkinson’s Disease. The memory of the resident of Lomira, WI for over 50 years is honored by her son Jeff York in Chicago, IL, cousin Marlene Lunow in Princeton, WI, and many,...

Jun 13, 2024

Frank David Werhanowicz, 68

With Judi by his side, Frank went peacefully to join his loved ones on the other side.

Frank loved life and his family and to all his family and friends,

" He doesn't say good bye but see you later."

Jun 13, 2024

Deborah A. “Deb” Bunkelman, 66, of the town of Kewaskum, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024.

Deb was born on July 27, 1957, in Plymouth, the daughter of the late Wallace and Marion Kuehl. On December 31, 1995, she was united in marriage to Lee Bunkelman at their home in the town of Kewaskum....

Jun 11, 2024

On Tuesday, June 11, 2024, Fred “Buzz” Berthlein passed peacefully at Froedtert West Bend Hospital after a brief illness.

Born on December 17, 1946, to Fred and Evelyn (nee Wennstrom) Berthlein, Buzz was their only son. He grew up in Chicago and worked as a Union printer with various companies, including Noral and Quad Graphics.

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Jun 10, 2024

Christa Helene Haessler (nee Rudolph), age 42 years, of West Allis, formerly of West Bend left this world too soon on June 10, 2024.

Christa was born on August 1, 1981, in Milwaukee, WI to Glenn and Elisabeth Rudolph (nee Gieske).

Christa graduated from West Bend East High School in 1999.  She had various jobs...

Jun 9, 2024

Iva Lee Fowke, 87, of Kewaskum formerly of Atlanta and Blackshear, Georgia passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at Kettle Moraine Gardens in Kewaskum after a brief battle with cancer. She was a beloved wife, mother, and Registered Nurse.

Iva Lee was born on November 5, 1936, to the late John and Iva (nee Minchew)...

Jun 3, 2024

Cheryl Ann Grosskreutz, age 66 years, of West Bend, was called home to be with the Lord on June 3, 2024 at Kathy Hospice in West Bend surrounded by her loving family.

Cheryl was born on June 28, 1957 in Wausau to Jerry and Mary Grosskreutz (Crothers).

Cheryl graduated from Wausau West High School in...

Jun 3, 2024

Roger Lewis Kelley, 88, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024, at Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac.

Roger was born on November 11, 1935, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, to the late Albert and Gladys (nee Boeman) Kelley. Roger grew up in Youngstown, Ohio, and spent most of his childhood there. Roger proudly served our country...