Obituaries

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Recent Obituaries

Eugenia "Jean"  Hintz

Eugenia "Jean" Hintz

July 13, 2017

Eugenia "Jean" Hintz (Nee Ash) was born on July 14,1942 in Dahlonega, Georgia, and passed away peacefully on July 13, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Jean relocated from Georgia to Milwaukee with her family when she was a teen, and then attended Pius XI High School in Milwaukee. Jean made countless friends while working for more than three decades...

Ruth  "Rudy" M. Shully

Ruth "Rudy" M. Shully

July 11, 2017

Ruth "Rudy" Shully (nee Bachmann), 91, died peacefully on July 11, in the comfort of family. Rudy epitomized the warmth, friendliness and good cheer of Gemuchlichkeit and her proud German and Milwaukee heritage. Coming from a large family of 11 brothers and sisters Rudy was frequently the initiator, the organizer and eventually evolved into the guiding force for her own...

Elenore L. Schaefer

Elenore L. Schaefer

July 11, 2017

Elenore L. Schaefer, age 97 passed away at St. Luke's Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri on Tuesday, July 11, 2017. She was born on December 15, 1919 in Saukville, Wisconsin to Edgar and Alma (nee Seyfert) Opitz. Elenore was a resident of Port Washington for 95 years. She was united in marriage to her husband Walter "Iggy" Schaefer on...

John C. "Sonny" Mikyska, Jr.

John C. "Sonny" Mikyska, Jr.

July 10, 2017

Mr. John Mikyska of Saukville, passed away at Lawlis Family Hospice Center in Mequon early Monday morning, July 10, 2017. He was 74 years. John was born in Tony, WI on April 27, 1943 to John C. and Verene Timblin Mikyska. He grew up in Ladysmith, attending local schools and graduating from Flambeau High School with the Class of 1961,...

Daniel L. Rabuck

Daniel L. Rabuck

July 8, 2017

Daniel Rabuck of Fredonia, passed away unexpectedly on July 8, 2017. He was 26 years old. Daniel was born to Ronald and Sandra (nee Pascavis) Rabuck on May 13, 1991 in West Bend, WI. Dan graduated Kewaskum Community High School in 2009 and attended Lakeshore Technical College and Moraine Park Technical College. Dan will always be remembered as a friendly,...

Dolores C.  Kultgen  (Anzia, Watry)

Dolores C. Kultgen (Anzia, Watry)

July 7, 2017

Mrs. Dolores Kultgen of Belgium passed away peacefully on Friday evening, July 7, 2017. She was 90 years old. Dolores was born on the family farm in Dacada on October 9, 1926, daughter of Nicholas and Adelia Wetor Gonwa. She attended St. Nicholas Catholic School and later graduated from Random Lake High School. Dolores was united in marriage with Harvey...

Bonnie R. Hunstad

Bonnie R. Hunstad

July 6, 2017

Former Grafton resident Bonnie R. Hunstad died on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at Simpson Healthcare Center, in Fort Dodge, IA. She had relocated to Fort Dodge in 2013. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, July 10, 2017 at Sacred Heart Church in Fort Dodge. A Graveside Committal Service for family and friends will be held at 11:15...

Gerald "Jerry" E. Gall

Gerald "Jerry" E. Gall

July 5, 2017

Gerald "Jerry" Edward Gall, age 82, of West Bend, entered into eternal life on July 5, 2017. He was born in Port Washington, Wisconsin on April 17, 1935 to Erwin and Clara (nee Stieg) Gall. He graduated from Port Washington High School in 1953. Jerry was married to Kathleen Leach in 1961. He later united in marriage to Melvina (nee...

Doreen B. Thill

Doreen B. Thill

July 5, 2017

Mrs. Doreen Thill, of Port Washington, passed away unexpectedly following an auto accident on the afternoon of July 5, 2017. She was 59 years old. Doreen was born in Port Washington on November 30, 1957, daughter of Adolph and Jean Barnes Dieringer. She attended local schools and graduated from Port Washington High School with the Class of 1976. On May...

Douglas P.  Surges

Douglas P. Surges

July 1, 2017

Douglas P. Surges passed away peacefully on July 1, 2017. He was born to Thomas Sr. and Marie (nee Lex) Surges on May 26, 1950 in Milwaukee. He is survived by his brother Thomas Jr. (Jean) Surges, and nieces and nephew. Private family service.

Marie Margaret Weyker

Marie Margaret Weyker

June 30, 2017

Marie M. Weyker of Grafton, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, June 30, 2017. She was 88. Marie was born to Henry and Mary (nee Welter) Bittner on January 29, 1929 in Belgium. She has two children. Marie loved her family, often spoiling them with meals and sweet treats. She took pride in no one ever leaving her...

Nikki Jo Roos

Nikki Jo Roos

June 29, 2017

Nikki Jo Roos of Cedar Grove passed away unexpectedly on June 29, 2017. She was 39 years old. Nikki was born to David and Karen (nee Huberty) Roos on August 1, 1977. Nikki was a beautiful soul. She showed endless dedication to her family and friends. She loved her nieces like they were her own. Nikki made everyone feel special...

Robert "Bob" J. Hackbarth

Robert "Bob" J. Hackbarth

June 24, 2017

Robert Hackbarth, age 58, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2017 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice. Bob was born to Robert and Mary (nee Wieland) Hackbarth on September 20, 1958 in Port Washington, Wisconsin. Bob was a professional car salesman for many years. Bob could be found enjoying the outdoors year-round whether he was up North in Phillips, deer...

Thomas Edward Koby

Thomas Edward Koby

June 24, 2017

Thomas E. Koby, Age 51, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2017 in the comfort of his own home surrounded by loved ones. He was born on February 5, 1966 in Port Washington, WI. Thomas was the middle child of his four siblings. Tom spent his life devoted to work, family and friends and will be forever missed. Tom is...

Peter J. Esser

Peter J. Esser

June 23, 2017

Peter J. Esser, age 83, passed away on Friday, June 23, 2017 at Lawlis Family Hospice. He was born on May 28, 1934 to Archibald and Margaret (nee Diederrich) Esser in Granville, Wisconsin. He was united in marriage to Eugenie "Jean" Doderer on January 20, 1957 in Mequon, Wisconsin. Peter was a proud member of the United States Marine Corps,...

Michael (Mike) Peter Dahm

Michael (Mike) Peter Dahm

June 22, 2017

Mr. Michael (Mike) Dahm, of Cascade, formerly of the Town of Belgium, passed away at his home in the early morning hours of Thursday, June 22, 2017. He was 95 years old. Mike was born in Belgium on March 13, 1922, son of Peter Dahm and Elizabeth Meyer Dahm. He grew up on the family farm in the Town of...

Penelope "Penny" C. Pallin

Penelope "Penny" C. Pallin

June 21, 2017

Penelope "Penny" C. Pallin, age 77, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 with her loving husband and daughter by her side. She was born in Ironwood, Michigan on September 28, 1939 to Valentine and Estelle (nee Waanen) Hoffman. Penny and her husband Chuck were married in Ironwood, Michigan on February 9, 1957. Penny found great enjoyment...

Richard Dennis Larson

Richard Dennis Larson

June 16, 2017

Richard Dennis Larson passed peacefully in his sleep on June 16, 2017 at Milan Estates in Saukville. He was 73 years old. Rick was born April 13, 1944 in Chicago, IL to Leonard & Evelyn Larson. Rick was a loving father to his two daughters Stacey and Jennifer and grandfather to Cassidy, Ever and Diego. Rick enjoyed woodworking, horses and...

Keith F. Franz

Keith F. Franz

June 14, 2017

Keith F. Franz, age 87, Town of Polk, (Slinger, WI) passed away June 14, 2017. Keith was born on July 9, 1929 in Waukesha to the late Delbert "Doc" and Ruth (Schmid). He graduated from Washington High School-Milwaukee in 1947 and attended college at UWM and Marquette University. Keith owned Boehck Equipment Co. from 1982 until it closed in 2001....

Bogumila Grace Szwejcer

Bogumila Grace Szwejcer

June 11, 2017

Bogumila "Grace" Szwejcer of Des Plaines, IL was reunited with her husband Andrew on Sunday June 11, 2017 at the age of 83. Cherished mother of Lisa (Pete) Bartnik and Lil. Proud Babcia of Sam, Andie, Dylan and Tara. Dear sister of Lucy (Richard) Rajner. Also survived by other relatives and friends. Memorial Mass 10:30 AM on Saturday July 8,...

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