Obituaries
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Recent Obituaries
Thomas Joseph Sheppard III
July 11, 2026
Thomas J. Sheppard III, a beloved husband, father, and grandpa, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, at his home in Port Washington. He was 78 years old.
Tom was born on July 28, 1947, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Thomas and Elaine Sheppard.
Tom was a beloved husband, father, grandpa, and friend. He lived a life defined by kindness, strength, humility, and...
Kathleen "Kay" Flatley
July 11, 2026
Kathleen “Kay” A. Flatley passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026. She was 85 years old.
Kay was born on October 5, 1940, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to parents Lester and Evelyn (nee Bourbonnais) Beamer. She went to high school in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Kay attended the University of Milwaukee. She was united in marriage with William Flatley on February 23, 1963. Together...
Robert Lee Huber
July 10, 2026
Robert Lee Huber of Cedarburg, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, July 10, 2026 surrounded by his devoted and loving family.
A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 12:00pm on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at St. Francis Borgia North, 1375 Covered Bridge Rd., Cedarburg, WI 53012. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 10:00-11:50a.m....
Frederick J. Fedder
July 9, 2026
Frederick J. Fedder Jr., a beloved father, grandpa, and great grandpa, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton. He was 80 years old.
Fred was born on February 28, 1946, in Port Washington, Wisconsin, son of Frederick and Harriet (nee Dickmann) Fedder Sr.
He married the love of his life, Cheryl Swatek, on November 6, 1970,...
Dennis John Thusius
July 9, 2026
Dennis John Thusius, age 80, of Cedarburg, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, in Tomahawk, Wisconsin where he and Jan enjoyed the lake home year-round for the past six years.
Dennis was born on July 3, 1946, in Delavan, Wisconsin, to the late John and June (Krueger) Thusius. He was one of four brothers, alongside Roger, Richard, and Paul. He...
Evelyn L. Kerr
July 8, 2026
Evelyn Louise Kerr, RN, age 86, passed away peacefully at home in Port Washington, Wisconsin. Born on May 4, 1940, in rural Iowa, Evelyn was the eldest of three children born to Wilbert and Mary Kerr. From an early age, she inherited her mother's creativity and resilience and her father’s generous, nurturing spirit—qualities that would define Evelyn’s life devoted to...
Richard Victor Griese
July 3, 2026
Richard "Dick" Victor Griese, 78, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026.
Dick was born on August 15, 1947, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, carrying with him the values of honor, discipline, and commitment throughout his life.
While home on leave in New Mexico, Dick met the love of...
Daryl J. "Grumpy" Grimm
July 1, 2026
Daryl J. Grimm “Grumpy” went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. He was 84 years old.
He was born on December 14, 1941, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to parents John and Dorothy (nee Groskretz) Grimm. Daryl grew up in Milwaukee and moved to Grafton. He retired from Bolens Manufacturing after 36 years. Daryl was united in marriage with Catherine...
Norma E. Johnson
June 29, 2026
Our dear mother, Norma Johnson, has passed away and we are absolutely heartbroken and shattered.
She leaves an immeasurable void in the lives of her four children, and many others.
Norma, 88, died recently at St. Luke's Hospital in Milwaukee after a brief illness.
She was born Feb. 13, 1938, in Edgerton. She was the daughter of Albert and Elizabeth Brandt (nee Lemke).
She...
Herman Paul Manzeck
June 28, 2026
Herman P. Manzeck, 83, of Belgium, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026, at Sharon Richardson Community Hospice, Sheboygan Falls.
Herman was born on December 30, 1942, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He graduated from Nathan Hale High School in 1962 and enrolled in the Army National Guard of Wisconsin that same year, receiving an honorable discharge.
Herman spent his entire life working...
Mildred Fisher
June 28, 2026
Mildred W. Fisher entered into eternal rest on Sunday, June 28, 2026. She was 89 years old.
She was born on March 22, 1937, in Manitowoc, Wisconsin to parents Erhardt Waack and Ruth (nee Pleuss) Brouchoud. Mildred graduated from Lincoln High School in Manitowoc. She was united in marriage to William F. Fisher on September 27, 1958. She worked at Fromm...
Lewis G. Holtsclaw
June 28, 2026
Lewis G. Holtsclaw, age 82, passed away on June 28, 2026, at Lawlis Family Hospice.
He was born on September 9, 1943, in St. Louis, Missouri to parents Lewis V. and Leona (nee Finder) Holtsclaw.
Lewis enlisted into the United States Air Force and served from 1961 to 1969, during the Vietnam War. He attended the University of Nebraska and earned his...
Joan E. Ewe
June 25, 2026
Joan E. Ewe
Long-time Lasata Senior Living Campus resident Joan Ewe passed away at the Lasata Care Center on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at the age of 95.
Joan Ellen Czerniak was born in Milwaukee, WI, on February 19, 1931, the daughter of Martin and Mary (nee Goralski) Czerniak. She graduated from Messmer High School in 1949. Joan was united in Holy...
Judith Lee Kuta
June 25, 2026
Judith Lee "Judy" Kuta (née Knuth), of Grafton, passed away unexpectedly at home on June 25, 2026, at the age of 81.
Judy was born on August 8, 1944, in Milwaukee to Emil and Elizabeth (née Draeger) Knuth. She lived a life grounded in faith, love, and service to others, leaving an enduring legacy in the hearts of all who knew...
Kathleen "Kathy" Boeck
June 25, 2026
Kathleen “Kathy” A. Boeck went to her heavenly home on Thursday, June 25, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Kathy was born on September 4, 1954, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to parents William Waters and Dorothy Fowler. She graduated from Wisconsin Lutheran High School. Kathy was united in marriage with Randy Boeck on November 11, 1981, at the Milwaukee County Courthouse. Together...
Donald Leroy Roller
June 22, 2026
Donald L Roller of Port Washington, Wisconsin, age 85, passed away peacefully at his home on June 22, 2026. He was born in Sheboygan on December 27, 1940, to Leroy J. Roller and Viola M (Wester) Roller formerly of Port Washington.
Don graduated from Marquette University and spent his career at Northwestern Mutual in Milwaukee, running the gamut from programmer to...
Amber Renae Burkholder
June 22, 2026
Amber Renae Burkholder
May 9, 1994 – June 22, 2026
Amber Renae Burkholder, age 32, entered the presence of her Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 22, 2026.
Amber’s life was a beautiful testimony to the truth that every person is created in the image of God and possesses immeasurable value, dignity, and purpose. Though her life was marked by significant physical challenges, those...
Theresa A. Gillich
June 21, 2026
Theresa A. Gillich
Theresa Gillich entered Eternal Life on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at the age of 86.
Theresa was born on September 9, 1939, in Elizabeth, New Jersey, the daughter of Paul and Eva (née Durner) Gillich. She graduated from West Division High School in Milwaukee in 1959 and went on to attend Milwaukee Technical College, where she earned her degree...
Jean E. Smith
June 19, 2026
Jean E. Smith, 94, of Fredonia, Wisconsin, entered into eternal life on June 19, 2026.
She was born in Highland Park, IL in 1932 to Charles and Sophie Pantle. Jean attended Highland Park High School. She met and married Charles Smith in 1959. She worked various careers, including owning and running the Pelican Restaurant, but her true passion was being a...
Frederick "Fritz" Blazel
June 19, 2026
Frederick “Fritz” Blazel, of West Bend and formerly of Newburg, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Friday, June 19, 2026, at Cedar Lake Campus in West Bend, where he had been residing. He was 86 years old.
Fritz was born on August 31, 1939, in Newburg, the son of Bernard and Lillian (Kirst) Blazel. He grew up in...
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