Obituaries

Oct 1, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Christine "Chris" A. Depies, beloved wife, loving mother, caregiver and friend. Chris of Random Lake, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at the age of 74. She was born the daughter of Llewellyn and Cynthia (Hessler) Culbert in...

Sep 29, 2025

Karolina Karrels of the Town of Port Washington passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, at Elizabeth's Residence in Bayside. She was 90 years old.

Karolina was born in Klosterlangheim, Germany, on March 7, 1935, the daughter of Johann and Margareta (Dinkel) Kraus.

Her life was hard during World...

Sep 26, 2025

John Kleckner, of Fredonia, formerly of Port Washington, a beloved husband, dad, and grandpa, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025, at Anita's Gardens in Grafton. He was 81 years old.

He was born on December 20, 1943, in Port Washington, Wisconsin, son of Peter and Anastasia (nee Strauss) Kleckner. He grew up in Belgium, and attended...

Sep 26, 2025

Jim Blumenberg passed away at his home on September 26, 2025, in Port Washington, WI surrounded by his loving family. He was 91 years old.

Born in Port Washington, he was the only son of Walter and Viola (nee Greiveldinger) Blumenberg. Jim grew up in Port Washington and graduated from Port Washington High School with the class...

Sep 25, 2025

Richard "Dick" A. Beyer of Cedarburg passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born in Milwaukee, the son of Henry and Lillian (Pipkorn) Beyer on November 2, 1935. Dick married the love of his life Beverly Buechler at St. Cecilia Church in Thiensville...

Sep 21, 2025

Tom Schauer (1942-2025), of Port Washington, passed away peacefully at home on September 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and family. He was 83 years old.

Tom was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Joseph and Marietta (nee Hatton) Schauer. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy for nearly 6...

Sep 20, 2025

Mrs. Judy Provance of Mequon passed away at her home on Saturday afternoon, September 20, 2025. She was 86 years old.

Judy was born on July 9, 1939, in Bourbonnais, IL, the daughter of Virgil and Pauline (nee Barnfield) Paquette. Following her bachelor's degree in education from Illinois State University in Normal, she went on to become...

Sep 18, 2025

Joseph John Klein

"Jay", "JJK", Jay's Sales & Service

Joseph John Klein, lifetime resident of Fredonia, Wisconsin, born July 4, 1931, passed away peacefully Thursday, September 18, 2025, in the comfort of care at Harbor Campus, Port Washington, WI. Joe was 94 years old.

Drafted into military service in 1951, Joe served alongside...

Sep 18, 2025

Gary R. Dotzauer was called by the Supreme Commander to his final resting place September 18,2025 at the age of 81.

Gary is survived by his wife Barbara of 31 years; his loving children Julie (Pram) Adriansjach, Brett Dotzauer, Michelle (Jeff) Lucas and Tony (Krystal) Wittemann; proud grandpa of Riann Adriansjach, Jordan (Mikaela Lucas), Isaac Lucas, Alexandria,...

Sep 16, 2025

Ms. Pamela Guldan of Port Washington passed away at her residence on September 16, 2025.

Pam was born in West Bend, WI, on March 26, 1963, the second oldest of four daughters born to Gerald and Joanne (nee Metz) Guldan. The family later moved to Saukville, and Pam graduated from Port Washington High School, Class of 1981....

Sep 13, 2025

Lyle Alfred Lubner, age 84, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025. He was born on March 1, 1941, to John and Ann (Holz) Lubner. He grew up in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, with his little sister Arlene, almost always by his side, eager to join in whatever mischief or fun he had planned. Lyle cherished many fond memories spending summers...

Sep 13, 2025

Mr. Roger Klos of Random Lake, formerly of Cedar Grove, passed away following health complications on Saturday, September 13, 2025. He was 73 years old.

Roger was born in Port Washington on August 8, 1952, the son of Norbert and Clarita (nee Mueller) Klos. He grew up in Dacada and attended local schools, graduating from Random Lake...

Sep 13, 2025

Bernard "Bing" G. Golownia of Saukville passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025. He was 83 years old. He was born on June 1, 1942, son of Bernard J. and Sylvia Golownia (nee Krsek).

Bing grew up in Milwaukee and later moved to Saukville after he married the love of his life, Chelene Golownia (nee Ebert) on...

Sep 12, 2025

Robert "Bob" P. Jelinski

Surrounded by his loving family, Bob Jelinski passed away at his Cedarburg home on Friday September 12, 2025, at the age of 82. He was born in Milwaukee on December 16, 1942, the son of Chester and Stella (nee Newton) Jelinski. After graduating from Messmer High School in 1961, Bob went on to...

Sep 12, 2025

Virginia Ann DuFour of Belgium passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, September 12, 2025, at the age of 83. Virginia was born in Princeton, WI on October 28, 1941, the beloved daughter of Roman and Mary Naparella. She was united in marriage with Spencer DuFour on August 12, 1961. The couple settled in Milwaukee for a few...

Sep 9, 2025

Mary L. Clements went to be with her heavenly Lord on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. She was 95 years old.

Mary was born on January 19, 1930, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to parents Mary (nee Finnigan) and Alois Rhemer. She was united in marriage to Paul A. Clements on June 10, 1950. Together they raised 7 children in...

Sep 8, 2025

Steve Kannenberg of Brown Deer passed away at his residence following a sudden health crisis on September 8, 2025. He was 50 years old.

Steve was the son of Thomas and Cynthia (nee Pagels) Kannenberg. He grew up in Brown Deer and attended local schools and graduated from Brown Deer High School, Class of '92, before taking...

Sep 7, 2025

Elmer Hoffmann, 79, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025, while in hospice after a long hospital stay.

Elmer served in the Army, stationed in Germany during the Vietnam Era.

Elmer enjoyed working in the garden, cutting wood, taking walks, and reading western novels. He also looked forward to taking trips on his motorcycle and...

Sep 5, 2025

Benjamin Paul Geib, 43, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025, in Washington, DC, following a hard and bravely fought battle with Alport Syndrome and lymphoma.

Benjamin was born June 28, 1982, in West Bend, WI; from an early age, he showed he was smart, thoughtful, caring, and inquisitive about the world, and these were the qualities...

Sep 4, 2025

Nancy June Klatt, of Saukville, passed away suddenly at her residence on Thursday, September 4, 2025. She was 78 years old. Nancy was born on June 11, 1947, in Cedarburg to parents Alois "Fizz" Uselding and Virginia Wirth. She attended Cedarburg High, graduating in 1965. In her early years she worked at her parents Coffee Pot restaurant in Cedarburg....