Obituaries
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Recent Obituaries
Michelle Lynn Henning
January 30, 2025
Michelle Lynn Henning, a beloved and joyful spirit, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at the age of 56 at her home in Port Washington, WI. Born on December 29, 1968, in Bay City, MI, to Terrence and Patricia (Rosolowski) Henning, Michelle brought boundless love, laughter, music and dancing into the lives of everyone she knew.
...Gary W. Clark
January 29, 2025
Gary W. Clark passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. He was 89 years old.
Gary was born on September 16,1935, in Fayette, Ohio to the late John and Marie (Acker) Clark. Gary attended college at William & Mary and proudly served in the United States Army.
On...
Mary Lou Messenger
January 29, 2025
Mary Lou Messenger, 89, passed away peacefully Wednesday afternoon, January 29, 2025 at the Aurora Medical Center in Grafton, WI in the presence of close family. Mary was born on November 3, 1935, to Cora Mae (Haun) and Fred William Jesser in Faith, South Dakota. Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Dennis Edward Messenger,...
Pete M. Becker
January 28, 2025
For much of his life, Peter Michael Becker Jr. was a hardworking, wisecracking member of the close-knit Port Washington farming community.
Peter, 61, died at home on Jan. 28, within weeks of being diagnosed with cancer.
He was born Aug. 26, 1963, the son of Peter and Janet (Karrels). Pete grew up on the family...
Rebecca Ann "Becky" Siefert
January 27, 2025
Rebecca Ann "Becky" Siefert
1948 - 2025
Cedarburg resident Becky Siefert passed away at the Lasata Care Center on Monday January 27, 2025, at the age of 76. Rebecca was born in Ames, IA on August 21, 1948, the daughter of John and Charlotte (nee Williams) Morrissey. She attended local schools in Iowa, then continued...
Ellen L. Mcdowell
January 23, 2025
Born September 20, 1953, Ellen Louise McDowell passed away on January 23, 2025 at the age of 71. She was preceded in death by her parents, Stan and Harriet McDowell, her grandparents, Paul and Hattie Maske, and her many Cocker Spaniels – Sandy, Cleo, Becky, Dolly, Pepper, Heidi, Gretchen, Holly, and Lady.
Ellen graduated in 1972 from...
Rose Hass Leider
January 22, 2025
Rose H. Leider passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, at Forest Haven in Fredonia, where she had been a resident. She was 90 years old.
Rose was born on December 13, 1934, in Random Lake, Wisconsin to the late Harold and Mary (Schladweiler) Hass. She attended St. John's Cathedral High School in Milwaukee, graduating in the...
Alfred Raasch
January 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alfred "Al" C. Raasch III of Fredonia, who left this world on January 19, 2025, after a courageous and determined battle spanning five weeks. Al was 73 years old.
Al was born on June 24, 1951, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to the late Alfred and Ursela (Schneider)...
Celeste E. Miller
January 18, 2025
Mrs. Celeste Miller of Port Washington passed away peacefully early Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Heritage Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was 84 years old.
Celeste was born in Milwaukee on March 18, 1940, the daughter of Frederick and Fidelia (nee Ubert) Emmerich. She attended local schools and graduated from Messmer High School, Class of 1958. On...
Michael A. Wormsbacher
January 18, 2025
Michael A. Wormsbacher of Cedarburg passed away on Saturday, January 18,2025. He was 60 years old.
Michael was born on April 6, 1964, to the late John and Earlene (Hilton) Wormsbacher. He graduated from Terre Haute South Vigo High school with the class of 1982.
On January 18, 2014, Michael was united in marriage to...
Barbara C. Anzia
January 17, 2025
Barbara "Barb" C. Anzia of Belgium, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 83 years old.
Barbara was born on March 15, 1941, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to the late Francis and Dorothy (Grosklaus) Gilson. She graduated from Random Lake High School with the class of 1959.
She married...
Karl E. Hokanson
January 17, 2025
Karl E. Hokanson of Port Washington passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025, at Kathy Hospice. He was 82 years old.
Karl was born on March 15, 1942, in Rockford, Illinois to the late Emil and Emily (Moeller) Hokanson. He graduated from Nicolet High School with the class of 1960. After high school he attended Miami University...
Carol J. Lauer
January 17, 2025
Carol Joan Lauer (nee Gilbert), of Grafton, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 17, 2025, at the age of 92.
Carol was born August 27, 1932, in Wrightstown, WI, to the late William and Patronella "Nellie" (nee Brittnacher) Gilbert and spent most of her childhood growing up on the family dairy farm in Kaukauna, WI. Known as...
Myron A. "Mike" Bemowski
January 12, 2025
Myron A. "Mike" Bemowski
Surrounded by his family, long time Cedarburg resident Mike Bemowski was born to Eternal Life on Sunday January 12, 2025, at the age of 89.
Myron Alois Bemowski was born in Stevens Point, WI, on September 17, 1935, the son of Henry and Barbara (nee Chojnacki) Bemowski Sr. He was united...
Jacquelyn R. Huybers
January 10, 2025
Mrs. Jackie Huybers of Port Washington passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, at Sharon S. Richardson Hospice Center in Sheboygan Falls, while surrounded by her loving family. She was 76 years old.
Jacqulyn was born in Duluth, MN on May 4, 1948, the daughter of Elmer and Lois "Toots" (nee Doering) Jackson. She attended local schools and...
Dennis J. Gaedtke
January 9, 2025
Mr. Dennis Gaedtke of Fredonia passed away early Thursday morning, January 9, 2025, at Kathy Hospice in West Bend. He was 77 years old.
Dennis was born in Milwaukee on July 1, 1947, the son of Jerald and Hazel Kiepert Gaedtke. He attended local schools and graduated from Rufus King High School, Class of 1964. Following school,...
Candice S. Polka
January 9, 2025
Mrs. Candy Polka of Grafton passed away early Thursday morning, January 9, 2025, at Ascension Columbia- St. Mary's Ozaukee Campus in Mequon. She was 69 years old.
Candy was born in St. Paul, MN on August 14, 1955, to Charles and Shirley (nee Franzmeier) Matson. She attended local schools and graduated from Sibley High School in West...
Helen M. Zyvoloski
January 9, 2025
Helen Marie Zyvoloski, 97, passed peacefully to heavenly life on Jan. 9, 2025, while sleeping and wearing one of her "signature" knit hats that she became known for in her community living center. She was affectionately called "Bubba" (grandma) by family members, friends, and caregivers.
Helen was born at home on April 2, 1927, in Fayette County,...
Joyce M. Hoynik
January 8, 2025
Joyce Marie Hoynik went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. She was 92 years old. Joyce was born on September 27, 1932, in Wausau, Wisconsin to parents Lloyd and Florence (nee Netzel) Kurtzweil.
Joyce graduated from Mosinee High School Class of 1953. Following graduation, she attended the Accredited School of Beauty Culture-Milwaukee.
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Delores "Dolly" A. Keating
January 7, 2025
Delores "Dolly" A. Keating, of Port Washington, passed away at home peacefully surrounded by her family on January 7, 2025. She was 85 years old.
Dolly was born on June 29,1939, to the late John and Veronica (Kozacki) Goral, in Oil City, Pennsylvania.
On May 27,1975, Dolly was united in marriage to John Keating in...
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