Obituaries
Bernard "Bernie" J. Werra
Sep 17, 2021
On Friday, September 17, 2021, Bernie Werra entered into his Heavenly home. He was surrounded by his wife, children and grandchildren. Bernie was born on September 16, 1950 the son of the late Dr. Bernard and Mary (Weber) Werra. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, George and Lucille Kutschenreuter and...
Violet Augusta Oleson
Sep 15, 2021
Violet A. Oleson, age 100 and 8 months as she would tell you, of Oconomowoc, WI, passed away at Angel's Grace Hopsice after a brief mishap. Violet Augusta Oleson was born on January 11, 1921 in Clark County, WI to Paul and Theresa Klauer, and was raised into a farm family. When she was 18 she told her mom...
Lorraine A. Schwarze
Sep 11, 2021
Lorraine A. Schwarze, age 98, passed away on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Marquardt Health Center. She was born on October 21, 1922 to George and Caroline Laufenberg. Lorraine is survived by her children, Robert Schwarze, Karen (Bill) Eller, Linda (Robert) Smith; grandchildren, Marcy (Bryan) Nichols, Amanda (James) Saltenberger, Victoria (John) Dittmer, Dawna (Brent) Thurman, Wendy Squires, Cynthia (Brent)...
Charles "Chuck" Desmond Laabs
Sep 11, 2021
Charles D. Laabs passed peacefully on September 11, 2021 at Aurora Medical Center, of complications from coronavirus. He was surrounded by his family. Chuck was born January 24, 1942 at Mrs. Boomer's Maternity Home in Oconomowoc and was a long-time resident of the Oconomowoc area. He graduated from Arrowhead High School in 1960. Chuck enjoyed scenic drives, working outdoors,...
Barbara Ellyn Pieper
Sep 10, 2021
Barbara E. Pieper, age 74, of Ixonia, passed away, Friday, September 10, 2021 at Park Terrace in Watertown. She was born January 21, 1947 in Summit, WI to Wesley and Mabel Lees. Barb grew up in Watertown, graduating from Watertown High School in 1964. She loved bowling, and tending to her flowers. She loved spending time with her lunch...
Peter W. David
Sep 10, 2021
Peter W. David, age 78, passed away on Friday, September 10, 2021 at his home in Oconomowoc, with his wife and son by his side. He was born to Werner and Ilse David in Hamburg, Germany. Peter is survived by his wife, Erika; his children, Michael (Andrea) David, Mark (Tammi) David, Kerstin (Gabriel) Hulbert; his four grandchildren; his siblings,...
Bentley Joseph Balfanz
Sep 8, 2021
Our precious little boy, Bentley Joseph Balfanz, went into the loving arms of Jesus on September 8, 2021. Beloved son of Josh and Katie (nee Adams), Bentley was born on May 6, 2021. Bentley was born at 31 weeks, a true fighter. He underwent multiple surgeries and still came out smiling. Bentley is also survived by his two older...
Nancy Lee Jones
Sep 7, 2021
Nancy Lee Jones, age 81, passed away peacefully with her husband and son by her side on September 7, 2021. She was born on June 12, 1940 to George and Violet Oleson in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Nancy is survived by her soulmate and best friend of 62 years, Albert; her son, Craig; her mother, Violet; sisters, Beverly Legg, Barbara (John)...
Joseph Q. Gross
Sep 4, 2021
Joseph Gross died peacefully on September 4th, 2021 at Hartland Terrace hospice care surrounded by family. Joe suffered a stroke and died of a broken heart after losing Bernice, the love of his life and wife of 64 years, on May 19th of this year. Joe’s family moved from Kentucky to northern Wisconsin following the death of his father...
Michael S. Gromowski Jr.
Sep 4, 2021
Michael S. Gromowski, Jr. age 37, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, September 4, 2021. He was born February 13, 1984 to Michael and Natalie (Meunier) Gromowski, Sr. in Oconomowoc. Mikey is survived by his children, Kaidence, Baylee and Easton Gromowski; his parents; his sister, Shannon (Paul) Marquardt; his nephew, Grayson and niece (his goddaughter), Avery; his...
Isola Tryphena Millett
Sep 1, 2021
Isola 'Sola' Tryphena (nee Haag) Millett, 89, of Oconomowoc, went to her Eternal Home on September 1, 2021, passing peacefully at Shorehaven with family at her side. Isola was born on April 27, 1932, in the Town of Farmington, Jefferson County, Wisconsin to Lottie (Potter) and Gilbert Haag. The youngest of her family, Isola moved with her parents, 2...
Glenn J Diels
Aug 29, 2021
Glenn Diels, age 74, of Delafield, passed away Sunday, August 29, 2021 at Aurora Summit Hospital in Oconomowoc, with his family by his side. He was born April 2, 1947 in Hartford to Lester and Marie (nee Baierl) Diels. Glenn was dedicated to work, retiring after 27 years at Navistar. He then continued to work for Lyons Oil Company...
Melvin "Buzz" Hall
Aug 28, 2021
Melvin “Buzz” Hall, age 89, passed away, surrounded by the love of his daughters on August 28, 2021. Melvin was born on July 17, 1932 to Max Hall and Regina Hanke (nee Baumann) in Waukesha, WI. Melvin is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Shirley; and sister, Betty Ann Domkee. Melvin is survived by his daughters,...
Suzanne Lois Beaver
Aug 28, 2021
Suzanne C. Beaver, age 85, of Oconomowoc, passed away Saturday, August 28, 2021 at AngelsGrace Hospice, with her family by her side. She was born September 4, 1935 to Gordon and Lois Campbell. She grew up in Wauwatosa, graduating from Wauwatosa High School. She met her husband, Ron Beaver, and married in April of 1956. She and her husband...
Gerald Casimir Czemierys
Aug 22, 2021
Gerald C. Czemierys, age 87, of Dousman, passed away Sunday, August 22, 2021 at Azura Memory Care Assisted Living in Oconomowoc, WI. He was born December 6, 1933 to Jack and Mary Stella Czemierys, in West Allis, WI. He grew up in West Allis, where he was a straight A student, all the way from 1st grade through 12th...
Calvin Garth Rolbiecki Dobson
Aug 21, 2021
Calvin Garth Rolbiecki Dobson passed away at his home on August 21, 2021. He was born on April 20, 1983 in Oconomowoc, WI to Steven Dobson and Mona Rolbiecki. Calvin attended school in Ixonia and Oconomowoc. Cal loved life, and loved beyond compare, his daughter, Nevaeh. Cal enjoyed snowboarding, skateboarding, fishing, playing baseball, and drawing. He was a master...
Frederick Mickel Skerpca
Aug 21, 2021
Frederick Mickel Skerpca, age 83, passed away Saturday, August 21, 2021. He was born September 12, 1937 in Wauwatosa to Anthony Skerpca and Mary Zakaj. Fred was humble, quiet and sweet with the cutest smile. He played piano most of his life, enjoying classical music, Bach being his favorite. He served in the United States Army and later retired...
Robert J. Schultz
Aug 18, 2021
Robert J. Schultz of Nashotah, age 79, passed away on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at Aurora Hospital in Summit. He was born on March 29, 1942 to Robert and Velma (King) Schultz in Marshfield. Bob is survived by his wife, Carol; his children, Carla, Jeanne (Scott), Lisa; his grandchildren, Ashleigh (Anthony), Alexandria (Tyler), Ciara, Matthew, Jackson, Lila and Isabelle;...
Jack A. Kresse
Aug 17, 2021
Jack A. Kresse of Sullivan, age 77, passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at Froedtert Hospital. He was born on June 30, 1944 to Arthur and Helen Kresse in Milwaukee. Jack is survived by his wife of 54 years, Barbara; his children, Karen Kresse, Diana (Tom) Paul; granddaughter, Grace; his sister, Jean (Norm) Ruddock as well as cousins,...
Laurel Andres
Aug 14, 2021
Laurel Andres of Oconomowoc, age 82, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 14th at Angels Grace Hospice. She was born on August 20, 1938 to Lawrence and Irma (Strache) Andres in Waukesha. Laurel is survived by her children, Jeffrey (Cary) Bradley and Kelly (Ken) Young; grandchildren, Chelsea Hoisington and Parker (Jessica Degner) Hoisington; great-grandchildren, Myah Rose Anstett, Stella Kay...
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