Obituaries

Oct 15, 2023

Scott Czarnecki, a beloved son, father, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on October 15, 2023, at the age of 51.

He was born on April 18, 1972, in Milwaukee, the son of Dennis and Candace (nee Johnson) Czarnecki. Scott spent his formative years in the community of Richfield. Scott's education journey took him to Hartford Union High...

Oct 12, 2023

Theodore "Ted" A. Clausing, 87, passed away on October 12, 2023, with his faithful friend Forrest Bright by his side. He was born on August 18, 1936, in Milwaukee, WI to the late Armin and Dororthy (Kissinger) Clausing. Ted graduated from Port Washington high school with the class of 1955. He resided in Mequon for 40 years.

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Oct 12, 2023

James Frederick Ruethling, born April 20, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois to Clarence and Gertrude Ruethling, and resident of Port Washington and Egg Harbor, WI, passed away unexpectedly at his home on October 12, 2023.

Survived by the love of his life, Patricia (nee O'Neill), who was his wife of 52 years, and proud father of Eric of...

Oct 11, 2023

Rae L. Bednarski, 94, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 11th, 2023, under the compassionate care of Brighton Hospice in Milwaukee, WI. She was born Rae Stevens on March 5th,1929 in Monico, WI and was the only daughter of the late Martin and Edris (Bricco) Stevens. Rae grew up in Monico, Kenosha and Rhinelander, and graduated from...

Oct 9, 2023

Sharon Kannenberg passed away peacefully at Lincoln Village on Monday, October 9, 2023, after stroke complications.

She was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on September 23, 1941, to parents Clarence and Mildred (nee Fischer) Wollner. Sharon graduated from Grafton High School and married her high school sweetheart Dennis Kannenberg on September 15, 1962. Together they resided in Port...

Oct 6, 2023

Frank W. Kreif, 80, of rural Fredonia passed away October 6, 2023, in peace with family near, at Ellen's Home in Port Washington.

Frank was born October 16, 1942 in West Bend the son of Edwin and Althea (Meuschke). Frank grew up in rural Fredonia, went to Waubeka grade school, and graduated Port Washington High School in...

Oct 6, 2023

Marianne T. Reid

Longtime Cedarburg resident Marianne T. Reid (nee Trello) was Born to Eternal Life on Friday October 6, 2023, at the age of 89. Marianne was born on February 23, 1934 in Springfield, IL, the daughter of John and Emma (nee Gabriel) Trello.

She spent her childhood growing up in Springfield, attending St...

Oct 4, 2023

Janet Petitjean, passed away peacefully on Wednesday October 4, 2023, age 87, at St. Mary's Hospital in Mequon with her daughter by her side, after a long battle with renal failure.

She was born in Milwaukee to William and Helen (Stelzner) John. She graduated from North Division High School with the class of 1954, after high school...

Oct 4, 2023

Patricia "Patty" Murphy, beloved wife, mother, daughter, and friend, peacefully passed away on October 4, 2023, at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton. She was 62 years old.

She was born on January 13, 1961, in Cedar Rapids, IA, to her parents James and Rosemary (nee Maiers) Neuses. Growing up in Dubuque, IA, Patricia had a vibrant and...

Oct 4, 2023

Robert Tackes of Saukville, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. He was 43. Robert was born to Harold and Diane (nee Kultgen) Tackes on February 26, 1980 in Port Washington, WI.

Growing up, Robert enjoyed wrestling, football and fishing with his dad. He had interests in architecture in school that would not be fulfilled. Robert...

Oct 4, 2023

Thomas D. Bichler of Random Lake passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Oct 4,2023 at Sharon S. Richarson Community Hospice. He was 82 years old.

Tom was born on January 18,1941, in Sheboygan, the son of the late Nicholas and Susan (Mayer) Bichler. He grew up on the family farm outside of Dacada, attended...

Sep 29, 2023

It is with profound sadness that the family of Michael Bennett announce his passing on Friday, September 29, 2023, at the age of 52. His lengthy battle with serious medical issues and most recent cancer diagnosis revealed his unwavering ability to remain both courageous and graceful in facing life's most difficult challenge.

Forever appreciative of others and...

Sep 26, 2023

Dennis F. Kroner, age 81, of Random Lake, Wisconsin, passed away on September 26th, 2023, with the presence of his devoted and loving family members by his side.

Today God's doors graciously opened to welcome its newest angel Dennis Frederick Kroner. A remarkable man who was an inspiring soul, full of energy, enthusiasm, life, courage, determination, compassion,...

Sep 23, 2023

Sandra J. Peterson of Grafton, WI, passed away unexpectedly September 23, 2023, while visiting family in New Mexico. She was 86 years old.

Sandra enjoyed a long, successful career with Manpower Group. She served as Director of Quality Assurance at the Manpower headquarters in Milwaukee and often traveled throughout the United States.

She carried her...

Sep 21, 2023

Arlene Joann Hauser of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 21, 2023, surrounded by her loving family at Luther Manor in Wauwatosa. She was 88 years old.

Arlene was born on June 23, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Earl and Lillian (Meyer) Maier, the oldest of four children. She attended Nazareth Lutheran School,...

Sep 21, 2023

Barb Janeshek of Port Washington passed away at Lawlis Family Hospice in Mequon on Thursday, September 21, 2023, while surrounded by her loving family. She was 82 years old.

Born in Port Washington on August 11, 1941, daughter of Alfred and Agnes (nee Lorge) Zausch, Barbara lived a life full of warmth, kindness, and joy. She touched...

Sep 18, 2023

Nancy L. Putman, of Dodgeville, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2023, at the age of 76. Born on May 24, 1947, in Warrens, WI, to the late Alex and Buela Crawford.

Nancy's passion for art was exhibited throughout her life, as she expressed herself through coloring and her talent as a great artist. Whether she was...

Sep 17, 2023

Chuck Ellmauer of Port Washington passed away Sunday afternoon, September 17, 2023, at Rocky Knoll Health Care Center in Plymouth, just a few days away from his 73rd birthday.

Charles was born on September 20, 1950, to Frank and Gertrude Wolford Ellmauer. The family lived in the Town of Cedarburg and Chuck attended local schools, graduating from...

Sep 17, 2023

Sharon Skelton, of Saukville, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, peacefully passed away after a brief battle with breast cancer on September 17, 2023, at Lincoln Village in Port Washington, at the age of 73.

Born on March 13, 1950, in Neenah, to Clarence and Elsibay (Zarnoth) Metzger, Sharon touched the lives of many through her warm...

Sep 16, 2023

Mrs. Jean Kleinke of Port Washington passed away at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton on Saturday, September 16, 2023, following a lengthy hospital stay. She was 78 years old.

Jean was born in Chippewa County on March 16, 1945, daughter of Walter and Ellen Hillebink Schultz.

On December 13, 1975, Jean was united in marriage...