Obituaries

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Recent Obituaries

Laura Ann Frank

Laura Ann Frank

November 22, 2025

Laura A. Frank, 56, passed away on November 22, 2025, in The Villages, Florida, with family by her side. Born in Milwaukee on March 29, 1969, Laura joined the Radke family as the youngest of three adopted children of Margaret and Gerald “Gerry” Radke. She grew up in Cedarburg, the town she loved, in a home filled with music, warmth,...

Nancy Lynn Soyke

Nancy Lynn Soyke

July 24, 2026

Nancy (nee Belgard) Soyke of Port Washington, Wisconsin, formerly of Rock Island, Illinois passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Lawlis Family Hospice in Mequon, Wisconsin, surrounded by her family. She was 86 years old.

Nancy was born on July 12, 1940, in Moline, Illinois, the only child of August R. and Hildegard (nee Schlemmer) Belgard. She married Paul Soyke...

Roger Leroy Aultman

Roger Leroy Aultman

July 23, 2026

Roger Leroy Aultman of Plymouth passed away on the evening of Thursday, July 23, 2026 at the age of 87.  Please check back for full obituary.

Dr. Robert M. Barnhill

Dr. Robert M. Barnhill

July 20, 2026

Dr. Robert M. Barnhill

Dr. Rob M. Barnhill, 57, of Port Washington, Wisconsin, a beloved husband, father, family member, friend, mentor and respected leader, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Wilmington, North Carolina, to Robert Barnhill Sr. and Anna Cornelia (née Creech) Barnhill, Rob was raised in Burgaw, where his love for athletics began. His...

Wendy Louise Van Dyck

Wendy Louise Van Dyck

July 18, 2026

Wendy Louise (Hamilton) Van Dyck, age 59, of Port Washington, passed away in her sleep on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at her home.

She was born on June 4, 1967, in Flint, Michigan, to Theodore and Helen (nee Taft) Hamilton. She was a longtime resident of the Saukville, Port Washington Area.

Wendy graduated from high school in 1985 and later took courses...

Kathleen M. Glander

Kathleen M. Glander

July 18, 2026

Kathleen Margaret Glander, cherished mother, and treasured grandmother, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and joy that will forever resonate in the hearts of her family and friends.

Kathy was born at home on September 27, 1936, in Dacada, WI, to parents Alois and Clara (nee Bahr) Ehren. On August 13, 1955, Kathy...

Gerald A. "Jerry" Kubicek

Gerald A. "Jerry" Kubicek

July 18, 2026

Gerald A. “Jerry” Kubicek, of Random Lake, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, July 18, 2026. He was 71 years old.

Born in Milwaukee on December 10, 1954, Jerry was the son of Alfred and Margaret “Peggy” (née Rodden) Kubicek. He was raised in South Milwaukee and graduated from South Milwaukee High School with the Class of 1973.

On March...

Wayne Carl Schmidt

Wayne Carl Schmidt

July 18, 2026

Wayne Schmidt, of Fredonia, WI, passed away on July 18, 2026. Wayne was born on March 29, 1945, to Alvin and Clara (nee Drews) Schmidt in Oconomowoc, WI. In 1965, he was united in marriage to Christine VanNess. Together they had two children, Corynne Bigelow and William Schmidt. Later, in 1988, he married the love of his life, Jean Muroni....

Douglas Michael Huberty

Douglas Michael Huberty

July 16, 2026

Douglas Michael Huberty of Port Washington, WI passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the age of 73. He was born on April 26,1953 in Stanley, WI, the beloved son of Paul & Dolores (Johnson) Huberty. The Huberty family later moved to Fredonia, WI.

Doug was a 1971 graduate of Ozaukee High School in Fredonia, WI. On July 29,...

Robert V. "Bob" Matko

Robert V. "Bob" Matko

July 15, 2026

Robert "Bob" Matko, of Fredonia, formerly of Milwaukee and Cedarburg, passed away peacefully at his home on his 83rd birthday, Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

Bob was born on July 15, 1943, in Milwaukee to Victor and Audrey (née Breiling) Matko. He was raised in Milwaukee and graduated from Milwaukee Custer High School with the Class of 1961.

On July 20, 1964, Bob...

Phyllis A. Kraft

Phyllis A. Kraft

July 14, 2026

Phyllis A. Kraft, age 89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Harbor Cove in Port Washington, Wisconsin.

She was born on February 19, 1937, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to parents John and Viola (nee Goke) Zimmers.

Phyllis was united in marriage with Richard Kraft on September 6, 1958, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Together they raised 2 children.

She is survived by children...

Jeff Gorecki

Jeff Gorecki

July 14, 2026

Jeff Gorecki’s family lost a dear husband, father, brother, grandpa, and uncle on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

His life began on February 18, 1948, in Elmshorn, Germany to parents Hans and Marta (nee Stienke) Gorecki. Jeff and his family immigrated to the United States in 1955. They were sponsored by the Lutheran Church. He learned the English language quickly. Jeff attended...

Barbara Ann Gutbrod

Barbara Ann Gutbrod

July 12, 2026

Barbara A. Gutbrod of Fredonia, a woman who touched the lives of everyone she met, passed away peacefully at her home July 12th, 2026, at the age of 87. She was born in Milwaukee on Aug 3, 1938 to Robert and Helen (nee Zart) Barber of Milwaukee.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 40 years, Thomas F....

Thomas Joseph Sheppard III

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Mary C. Kelly

Mary C. Kelly

July 4, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Catherine Kelly, a cherished mother, devoted healthcare professional, and beloved friend, who peacefully departed this life on July 4, 2026, at the age of 91. Mary was born on April 20, 1935, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. She led a life marked by compassion, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to...

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