Obituaries

Dec 25, 2022

Jane Marie Phelps-Tenhover, age 95, passed away peacefully on Christmas Day. Jane was born January 3, 1927 in Milwaukee, WI to Francis “Art” and Evelyn “Ruby” Rynders.

She will be missed by her four children, Roger (Sharon) Phelps, Susan (Robert) DeMott, Jeffrey (Kathleen) Phelps, Barbara (Paul) Knoebel. Jane is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren;...

Dec 25, 2022

Thomas Emil Brooks, age 89, passed away on December 25, 2022 at Shorehaven Health Center in Oconomowoc. He was born on January 31, 1933 to Emil and Irene (Weiss) Brooks in Wauwatosa.

Tom is survived by his wife, Corinne of 70 years; his children, Deborah (Joe) Colgan, Scott Brooks, Jeff Brooks and Sandra (Jeff) Leverenz; his grandchildren,...

Dec 25, 2022

Our precious baby boy unexpectedly left us on Christmas Day. We look forward to that day, when we can all rejoice together and we thank you that we are not without hope or comfort at this time.

"Are there rocking chairs in Heaven where little babies go? Do the angels hold you closely and rock you to...

Dec 24, 2022

Wayne Arthur Pinnow, age 80, of Johnson Creek, WI passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 24, 2022. Wayne is survived by his sister Evlyn, his children Donald (Kimberly), Catherine Froelich, Vickie (Darrin) Holcomb, Scott (Josie), Shelley (Larry) Gard; his grandchildren Tiffany (Alex), Christopher, Angela, Nicole (Scott), Sarah (Izzy), Nathan (Alyssa), Zach (Kari), Adam (Megan), Evilyn, Owen, Aubrey (Matthew), Caleb,...

Dec 20, 2022

Floyd C. Kirschenmann was called home by his heavenly father on December 20, 2022 after a brief illness at the age of 81 years. Floyd was born to Karl and Mildred Kirschenmann on February 15, 1941 in McPherson County, South Dakota.

He is survived by his loving wife, Joan (Scherbert) Kirschenmann; close relatives, Marion and Kevin Kusnick;...

Dec 18, 2022

Gloria J. Crary, 79, died early Sunday morning, December 18, 2022 surrounded by her immediate family. Her quick wit and playful banter will be missed by all. Loving, caring, thoughtful, funny and driven are just a few words that her family used to describe her.

Gloria was born at home in Gays Mills, a small town in...

Dec 15, 2022

Lucille Mae Will (Benzel), born May 9, 1928 passed away in Oconomowoc, WI on December 15, 2022, at the age of 94. Loving mother of Carol (David) Hoffmann and Cindy (Susanne) Will. Beloved grandmother of Crystal (Brandon) Rattin, Carin Hoffmann, Cheri (Geremiah) Krause and David (Aliyah) Hoffmann, Jr. and dear great grandmother of Lucille, Virginia, Harry and Amelia. Preceded...

Dec 13, 2022

Nancy Lois Olson, age 76, passed away on December 13, 2022 in Summit, WI. She was born in Milwaukee, WI on June 3, 1946 to Erwin and Dorothea Jochinsen.

A visitation will take place on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at St. John’s Lutheran Church (W344 N6990 Stone Bank Rd, Oconomowoc, WI 53066) from 11:30am-12:30pm with a service...

Dec 13, 2022

Robert Richard Lapointe, age 76, passed away at home surrounded by his family and dogs on December 13, 2022 after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Bob was born in Winnipeg Manitoba, Canada on April 5, 1946 to Philippe and Isobel (nee McAuley).

Bob is survived by his wife of 55 years, Judi; his two daughters, Tracey...

Dec 11, 2022

Pamela Kay Grether (Runge) born July 8th, 1948 passed away December 11th, 2022 in Oconomowoc, WI. After having been diagnosed with cancer 5 years ago, Pam ultimately died of pneumonia surrounded by her husband and children.

She is survived by her husband Bob, of 53 years, who had been her loving and gracious partner. In her recent...

Dec 9, 2022

Shirley E. Jaeger, age 94, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 9, 2022 at Shorehaven in Oconomowoc. She was born on October 12, 1928 to Edmund and Gerda (Breunig) Muendel in Milwaukee.

Shirley is survived by her children, Robin R. Jaeger of Delafield and Mark (Eileen) Jaeger of Brookfield; her grandchild, Richard (Amanda) Jaeger; her great-grandchild, Muriel...

Dec 7, 2022

Leonard E. Kasprzak, age 85, passed away at his home on December 7, 2022.  Private family services are being planned.

Dec 6, 2022

Diane Mary Becker (Hart) came into this world on August 3, 1943 and left December 6, 2022 surrounded by love. From cradle to casket she spent her time on earth preparing for the day she would meet Jesus and gain her wings in heaven.

Diane was born in Sussex to Virgil (Butch) and Maryanna Hart. She graduated...

Dec 6, 2022

John C. Helke entered eternal glory on December 6, 2022, at the age of 83.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carolyn of 58 years.

John was a loving father of Dawn Sukowski and David Helke; dear grandfather of Brianne (Dean) Hebbe; and great-grandfather of Noah. Also survived by his sister, Joanne...

Dec 2, 2022

Janice Ann Vock (nee Magennis), age 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on December 2, 2022. Jan was born on July 13, 1943, in Fort Dodge, IA to Phil and Corinne (nee Holm) Magennis.

Jan is survived by her children, Craig Vock and Terri Schrader; grandchildren, Jason Schrader and Sarah Schrader; siblings, Tom (Suellyn);...

Dec 1, 2022

John David Dora, Sr., age 66 passed away peacefully with his family by his side on December 1, 2022. John was born in Milwaukee, WI to David and Florence (nee Wenger) on December 13, 1955.

John is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Linda; his beautiful children, Ryan (Paula), Ross (Angie), Neil (Shalynn), Sarah (Anthony)...

Nov 29, 2022

Genevieve U. Lawniczak, age 103, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2022 at Hartland Place. She was born on January 2, 1919 to Stanley and Helen (Skonieczny) Barczak in Chicago.

Genevieve is survived by her daughter-in-law, Maureen Lawniczak; her grandchildren, Joseph (Samantha) Lawniczak, Jennifer (Kyle) Harnack, Dr. Rebecca Lawniczak (Mark Swansburg), Stefanie (Marcus) Schlei, Jeffrey (Michelle) Lawniczak,...

Nov 26, 2022

Audrey Jean Kagel saw nine amazing decades in her lifetime and lived them to the fullest, reaching 92 years old. She was born on February 4, 1930, in Grand Blanc, Michigan to Carl and Viva (Leflar) Wooliever, the youngest of six girls. Her only surviving sister Evie is 105 years old. Audrey attended Riverside High School in Milwaukee, WI....

Nov 26, 2022

Herbert James Beckstrom, age 85, passed away at Elmbrook Hospital on November 26, 2022.

Herbert was born in Superior, WI December 3, 1936.  From early on, Herb loved nature and being outside.  This love of nature eventually led him to buy a homestead parcel on Cushman Road in Jefferson County, renaming it Rosewood Farm. Herb called this...

Nov 25, 2022

Richard D. Schneible, age 78, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2022 with his daughter by side. He was born on June 7, 1944 to Edward and Mabel (Stagner) Schneible in Waukesha.

Dick is survived by his daughter, Dawn (Dave Wetmore); his grandchildren, Ashley (Ryan Brennan) Herman, Amber (Nicholas) Korthals; his great-grandchildren, Dylan and Bella Korthals; and...