Richard "Dick" Vajgrt
September 15, 2026
Richard “Dick” Vajgrt of Port Washington, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, left this world on September 15, 2026, at the age of 85. Dick lived a life filled with integrity, joy, and an unwavering commitment to sharing his gifts with others.
Dick was born in Oshkosh on July 27, 1941, the son of Fred and Mary (nee Cihlar) Vajgrt....
Roger Alan Miller
September 15, 2026
It is with sad hearts we announce the passing of our father, Roger Alan Miller, on September 15, 2026, at the age of 92.
Roger was born in the town of Sherman to Raymond and Eleanor (Hammen) Miller. His mother passed away when Roger was just six years old. Roger attended Silver Creek Grade School and graduated from Random Lake High...
Rodney W. Wolf
September 15, 2026
Rodney William Wolf, formerly, of West Bend, passed away in his Port Washington home, on September 15th, 2026, at the age of 75.
Born on November 29, 1950, to Joyce Hardegan & Roland Wolf. Rodney was the oldest of seven children and had profound love for family.
On June 10th, 1972, Rodney married Karen Ruth Kube in West Bend, and the couple...
Lamonte Cranston Cook
September 14, 2026
Lamonte Cook of Milwaukee, WI, passed away unexpectedly the evening of September 14, 2026. He was 67 years old. Lamonte was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on September 11, 1959. On November 29, 2018 he was united in marriage to Patrick Desmond, after 40 years together.
Lamonte graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in 1982. He would go on to...
Barbara L. Polack
September 14, 2026
Barbara “Barb” Lynn Polack, age 83, of Cedarburg, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2026. Barb was born to Arthur and Doris (Dahlke) Konrad on June 8, 1943, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She was a graduate of Cedarburg High School in 1961. Barb married the love of her life, Helmuth “Hal” Polack, on February 1, 1964, at Faith Lutheran Church in...
John P. Fischer
September 10, 2026
The world feels a little quieter and seems a little less colorful today. On September 10, 2026, we said goodbye to John P. Fischer, known to many as JP or Johnny — a man whose presence filled every room with warmth, humor, and smart aleck remarks. He lived his life the way he taught others to live theirs: with generosity,...
William A. Flierl
September 10, 2026
William Andrew Flierl of Port Washington, a devoted husband, deeply proud father and grandfather, died Sept. 10, 2026, in the house he loved and the city he never left. He was 85.
He was “Papa” to three grandchildren, “Uncle Willie” to a score of nieces and nephews, and “Dad” to his two children, Katy and Tom, who he came to especially...
Randolph W. Kasten
September 10, 2026
Randy Kasten of Port Washington passed away at his residence on September 10th, 2026. He was 75 years old.
Randolph was born in Port Washington on August 23, 1951, the son of Werner and Eleanor (nee Musfeldt) Kasten. The family lived on a dairy farm on Pioneer Road and Randy attended the one room schoolhouse down the road from their home....
Sue M. Merchen
September 10, 2026
Sue Marie Merchen, 64, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Thursday September 10, 2026. She was born on August 10, 1962, in Rockford, Illinois, the daughter of John Richard and Evelyn (Seaver) Anderson. Throughout her life, Sue placed great importance on her faith, her family and her friends.
Sue received her bachelor’s degree in Communications from Western Illinois University...
James S. Michels
September 9, 2026
A memorial service to celebrate Jim Michels will be held at 12PM on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cedarburg. Military Honors will follow the service. There will be a short visitation at the church on Tuesday, September 22nd from11AM until the service begins at 12PM. Pastor Mark Rohrback will preside over the service.
If desired, memorials...
Kevin John Markowski
September 9, 2026
Kevin J Markowski went home to be with the Lord on September 9, 2026, at the age of 63. Kevin will be deeply missed by his wife Nancy, his children Jenny and David (Morgan), his grandson Henry, his mom Virginia, and his sister Cheryl (Matt), in addition to many cherished nieces, nephews, in-laws, family and friends.
Kevin’s life was defined by...
Jean Atchley Dugan
September 6, 2026
We said so long to our mom, Jean Atchley Dugan on September 6th. We take comfort knowing she’s with our dad, John, again and they’ll celebrate together on what would’ve been their 66th anniversary on September 10th.
She and Dad passed their love of travel along to their children, Mike Dugan and Melissa Frank(Richard). She was small but mighty and loved...
Betty R. Lanser
September 6, 2026
Betty Lanser, of Port Washington, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was 92 years old.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Betty was born in Fredonia, WI., on January 15, 1934, the daughter of Leo and Rose (nee Schanen) Paulus. She attended Port Washington High School and graduated with the class of 1952....
Patricia Ann Bialzik
September 4, 2026
Patricia Ann Bialzik, of Saukville, WI, passed away peacefully on the morning of Friday, September 4, 2026. She was born on September 2, 1952, to Orville and Marian (nee Olson) Fortney. In 1973, Patricia was united in marriage to Gene Bialzik, and together they raised three children.
Patricia was a devoted member of her community and a charter member of Christ...
David Mark Roidt
September 4, 2026
If you hear laughter coming from the skies, it’s because heaven has gained one of the wittiest guys around.
David Roidt was born and raised in Viroqua, Wisconsin, where he spent his childhood playing cowboys, listening to the Lone Ranger, and participating in just about every sport he could. He went on to attend UWM with plans to graduate, travel the...
James F. Tolle
September 3, 2026
James “Jim” Tolle, of Fredonia, WI, went to his heavenly home the morning of September 3, 2026. He was born on December 6,1938, to Everett and Marie (nee Mergen) Tolle. Jim graduated from Patch Grove High School in 1957. Jim was united in marriage to Colleen Roseman on September 15, 1962, and together they raised four children. They remained together...
Connie M. Didier
September 2, 2026
Connie M. Didier passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, after a short battle with illness surrounded by her loving family. She was 70 years old.
She was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on August 16, 1956, to parents John and Barbara (nee Dix) Stechner. Connie graduated from Brown Deer High School in 1974 and shortly after met the love of her...
Chester Charles Swanson
September 1, 2026
Chester Charles Swanson, local veterinarian and farmer, passed away in his home on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, after a brief period of hospice care. He was 90 years old.
Born on December 15, 1935, to Charles and Dagmar Swanson in Crystal Lake, IL, he spent his childhood on a farm with his parents and six siblings. Chester graduated from Crystal Lake...
Kay L. Hamann
August 27, 2026
Kay Hamann of Saukville went to her heavenly home the morning of August 27, 2026, while surrounded by her loving family. She was 85 years old.
Born in Milwaukee on May 30, 1941, to Henry and Harriet (nee Le Dain) Knapp, Kay attended local schools before graduated from Custer High School in 1959. She went on to attend Spencerian Business College...
Eleonore L. "Ellie" Tankovitch
August 25, 2026
Eleonore “Ellie” Tankovitch, of Port Washington, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday afternoon, August 25, 2026, at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton. She was 75 years old.
Ellie, affectionately known as “Nonnie” in her youth, was born in Milwaukee on December 7, 1950, the daughter of William and Ora (nee Drapp) Spiering. She grew up in Milwaukee...
