Obituaries

Howard Lawrence Buss

Howard Lawrence Buss

Feb 17, 2025

Howard Lawrence Buss of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin passed away peacefully at home with his family on the morning of February 17, 2025 at the age of 83. He was born on September 12, 1941 in Columbus, Wisconsin and raised in Reeseville. 

He attended Reeseville High School, UW-Milwaukee, and was a graduate of the UW-Madison Graduate School of Banking. Howard enjoyed a 35...

MaryAnn Norek

MaryAnn Norek

Feb 17, 2025

MaryAnn was born on January 20, 1939, to Mae and John Norek in Chicago, Illinois. She lived on both the North and South sides of the city and worked as a secretary and Jewel grocery store employee. She went to Hawaii in 1960 and spoke fondly of the island her whole life. She made the right parental choice by not...

David Graylan Sherwood

David Graylan Sherwood

Feb 16, 2025

David Graylan Sherwood, born on July 27, 1960, in Borger, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2025. He was 64 years old.

David's journey of academic excellence began early; he was confirmed in the Episcopal Church in 1980, marking the beginning of a lifetime devoted to his faith and service. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Baylor...

Stephen N. Bodovinac, Jr.

Stephen N. Bodovinac, Jr.

Feb 14, 2025

Stephen N. Bodovinac, Jr.

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our father, Steve N. Bodovinac, Jr. He was reunited with his wife, Maggie on Valentines Day February 14, 2025. They were married on August 13, 1960. Steve was 86 years old, born on April 6, 1938 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to his parents, Helen and Steve Bodovinac, Sr.

Steve was the...

Victoria "Vicky" Frerichs Spaulding

Victoria "Vicky" Frerichs Spaulding

Feb 12, 2025

Victoria “Vicky” Frerichs Spaulding, age 81, of Oconomowoc, found comfort with the Lord on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. She was born in Washington, Illinois on January 16, 1944, to Bill and Lill Frerichs.

Vicky had an idyllic childhood, growing up in Eureka, Illinois as the oldest of three special sisters. She attended college at the University of Illinois and graduated from...

Molly Rose (Morrison) Philosophos

Molly Rose (Morrison) Philosophos

Feb 12, 2025

March 15, 1964 - February 12, 2025

Surrounded by boundless love, Molly Rose (Morrison) Philosophos passed over into the spirit world on February 12, 2025. Preceding her in this journey were her father, Edwin Jeremiah “Jerry” Morrison, as well as her other parents, John Aristotle Philosophos and Joan Johnson Philosophos.

Molly is survived by her “doll,” the love of her life...

Pamela Ann Schaeffer

Pamela Ann Schaeffer

Feb 11, 2025

Pamela Ann (Larsen) Schaeffer went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 11, 2025. Pamela was born on June 16, 1951, in Milwaukee, WI to William and Joan (Husak) Larsen.

Pamela is survived by her three children Kelly (Harry) Castaldo, Joshua (Christine) Schaeffer, and James (Laura) Schaeffer; her grandchildren Nolan Schaeffer, Kylie Schaeffer, Ryan Schaeffer, Oliver Schaeffer, and...

Jerry Edward Brede

Jerry Edward Brede

Feb 8, 2025

Jerry Edward Brede, age 69, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on February 8, 2025. He was born on January 17, 1956 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to James and Joan Brede.

Jerry's passions were as vibrant as his spirit. An avid motorcycle enthusiast, Jerry embraced the freedom of the open road, often taking long, adventurous trips on his beloved...

Joan Jean Brennan

Joan Jean Brennan

Feb 7, 2025

Joan Jean Brennan, a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025 at the age of 92 surrounded by the love of her children and son-in-laws. Joan was born on October 21, 1932 in Oconomowoc, WI to John and Patricia Johnson.

Joan is survived by her children Jennifer (Larry) Geisler, Elizabeth (Peter) Gallenberger, and Colleen (Susumu)...

Margaret Marie Parker

Margaret Marie Parker

Feb 6, 2025

Margaret Marie Parker

May. 29, 1947 – Feb. 6, 2025

Margaret M. Parker (nee Doran) became an angel when was born to eternal life on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at Azura Memory Care at the age of 77 surrounded by her family.She was the first of three daughters born to Harold and Evelyn Doran. She grew up with her two sisters while...

Michael Adam Villegas

Michael Adam Villegas

Feb 5, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce Michael Adam Villegas, 50, of Pewaukee, formerly of Watertown, passed away on February 5th, 2025.

Michael Villegas was born on January 10, 1975, in Watertown, WI to Sixto and San Juanita (deceased) Villegas. He had one sibling, Sixto O. Villegas.First and foremost, Michael was a devoted father to Josie, Amelia, and Nolan Villegas. 

His...

Dwayne James Hanon

Dwayne James Hanon

Feb 5, 2025

Dwayne James Hanon, born on February 19, 1938, in West Allis, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025, at Angels Grace Hospice. He was 86 years old and lived a life filled with love, faith, and devotion to the ministry given to him.

A man of God and faith, Dwayne was a beacon of hope, joy and compassion to all...

Michael Edward Fuller

Michael Edward Fuller

Feb 5, 2025

Michael Edward Fuller passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on February 5, 2025, after a courageous ten-year battle with cerebellar ataxia. He was 71 years old. Mike was born on March 31, 1953 in Columbus, OH to John and Virginia Fuller. Mike grew up with a spirit full of adventure and a heart brimming with kindness....

Mary Therese Wilke

Mary Therese Wilke

Feb 5, 2025

Mary Therese Wilke, age 81, of Dousman, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025. She was born on October 30, 1943, in Kenosha, Wisconsin, to Carl and Mildred Baltes.

Married to Raud Wilke in 1965, Mary and Raud shared almost 60 beautiful years of love, laughter, and adventure. Together, they enjoyed many outdoor activities, from trap shooting and fishing.

She often...

Judith Ann Kudis

Judith Ann Kudis

Feb 5, 2025

Judith Ann Kudis, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025, at the age of 82, surrounded by the love of her children and several grandchildren. Judy was born on November 27, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois to Anthony and Julia Langes.

 Judy is survived by her children Renee (Pete) Kudis-Tann, Bob (Candy) Kudis, and John Kudis;...

Grace Elise Arutunian

Grace Elise Arutunian

Feb 4, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beautiful Grace Elise Arutunian, who left us on February 4, 2025 at the age of 16. Grace was born on March 2, 2008, in San Jose, California, to Aaron and Cathleen Arutunian.

Grace was smart and competitive, and she relished academic challenges, especially chemistry and forensics. She was a...

June Audrey Lauer

June Audrey Lauer

Jan 29, 2025

With sadness we share the news that June Audrey Lauer, age 83 from Ixonia, WI was called peacefully to Heaven on January 29th, 2025 at Meadowbrook Nursing Home, in Oconto Falls, WI, after battling a combination of health issues in recent months.

 June was born the daughter of the late Fred and Ina (Miller) Laemerhirt on June 26th, 1941 in Wisconsin...

Christine Anne Franke

Christine Anne Franke

Jan 28, 2025

Christine Anne Franke was born April 11, 1941 in Milwaukee, WI. She died on January 28th in Oconomowoc, WI.

Chris was preceded in death by her parents Ernie & Betty Franke, and her brother-in-law Peter Vebber. She is survived by her siblings Mike (Chris Julson), Susan Vebber, Mark (Mason Sherwood) and Ann Corning (John.) Also, her son Josh Franke-Hyland, grandson Joshua...

John Dorau

John Dorau

Jan 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of John Dorau. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Dorau (61) who left us too soon on Saturday, January 25. Born on October 15, 1963, John was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

 John was on a mission to travel the world with family and friends. John loved fly fishing and...

Donald W. Westphal

Donald W. Westphal

Jan 24, 2025

On January 24, 2025, we said goodbye to our beloved Donald W. Westphal, who passed away at home at the age of 89. Don was born on February 14, 1935 in Manitowoc, WI to Frank and Mary (nee Siehr) Westphal.

Don proudly served his country first in the National Guard and then as a Seabee in the Navy from 1953-1957, where...

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