Obituaries

Donald Schaefer

Donald Schaefer

May 15, 2019

Donald E. Schaefer, age 88 of Hartland, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 15, 2019. Donald is survived by his loving wife, Jacquelyn, his children Susan (Bruce) Kurkiewicz and Tim Schaefer, his grandchild Adam and great-grandchildren Emery and Eli along with other relatives and friends. He will truly be missed by his family and everyone that he knew. Don...

Wayne Arthur Kottmeyer

Wayne Arthur Kottmeyer

May 15, 2019

Wayne Arthur Kottmeyer, 75 of Oconomowoc, WI, passed away at 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at Lake Country Rehabilitation Center in Oconomowoc. He was born on August 26, 1943 in Centralia, the son of Arthur F. and Elda C. Reinkensmeyer Kottmeyer. He married Margaret Meinert on August 28, 1965 at the St. Paul United Church of Christ...

Robert Bolson

Robert Bolson

May 10, 2019

Robert Theodore Bolson, age 93, Watertown, died peacefully on Friday, May 10, 2019, surrounded by family at Jefferson Memory Care/Rainbow Hospice. Robert was born on July 29, 1925, in Oconomowoc, the son of Theodore and Alice Bolson. He later married the center of his universe for over 66 years, Bernice C. Scheels, on Jan. 5, 1949 at St. John¹s...

Donna Rae Schwalenberg

Donna Rae Schwalenberg

May 10, 2019

Donna Schwalenberg, age 74 of Oconomowoc, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, on Friday, May 10, 2019. Donna is survived by her loving children Amy Schwalenberg, Todd (Kris) Schwalenberg and Jennifer Lavine, her grandchildren Alex, Abi, Lindsay and Gabbie Lavine, and Jillian and Jack Schwalenberg along with other relatives and friends. Donna was preceded in death by her...

Darline Ziem

Darline Ziem

May 9, 2019

Darline Ziem, 88, peacefully passed away after a brief stay at AngelsGrace Hospice. She is survived by her daughters Mari Lynn Garbowicz (Steven) of Three Lakes, Wisconsin, and Judith Liempeck of Milwaukee. She was preceded in death by her husband Jerome Ziem. She is further survived by her sister, Barbara Knight and sister-in-law Laurie Stafforoni, grandsons John Liempeck (Gina)...

Mervin Dean Krause

Mervin Dean Krause

May 7, 2019

Mervin D. Krause, age 89 of Dousman, WI, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. Mervin was born on June 21, 1929 in West Allis, WI to Mary (nee Pesch) and Richard Krause. He was the youngest of three children. He married Sally M. Kuplerski on November 11, 1950 at Nain Lutheran Church in West Allis. Mervin and Sally...

Sharon Ann Stoner

Sharon Ann Stoner

May 6, 2019

Sharon Ann Stoner, age 70, was tragically killed on May 6, 2019 in Machesney Park, IL. She was born to Walter and Beverly Johnson on April 24, 1949 in Joliet, IL. Sharon is survived by her loving husband and best friend of 48 years, Jack, son Kent and daughter Dr. Kimberly Stoner, sister Doreen (Reza) Faghih along with many...

James Baird

James Baird

May 6, 2019

Private services are being held.

James "Jim" Franke

James "Jim" Franke

May 2, 2019

Jim R. Franke, age 71 of Ashippun, WI, unexpectedly passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2019 surrounded by family. He leaves behind his loving wife of 47 years, Shari (Southcott), his children Kirsten (Dave) Stilke of Elkhorn WI and Kim (Scott) Johns of Centennial, CO. Jim is survived by his adoring grandchildren; Mason Stilke and Noah and Zoe Johns....

John Lee Altenbach

John Lee Altenbach

May 1, 2019

John Altenbach, age 65 of Colgate, passed away on Monday, May 1, 2019. John is survived by his loving children LeeAnn (PJ) Schampers and Chad Altenbach, his grand children Andrea, Brandon, Nicholas, Claire, Conner and Evan. He is further survived by his brothers, sisters and other relatives and friends. John was preceded in death by his parents Kenneth and...

Edna Lee Bentrup

Edna Lee Bentrup

Apr 28, 2019

Passed away peacefully at the age of 93 at home with her family at her side on April 28, 2019. It was the date of the 73rd wedding anniversary of she and her late husband John. Cherished mom of Joan (Larry Foat) Russo, Jean Chambers and Kelly (Gary) Gray. Grandmom of Jason (Catherine) Russo and John Webb. Grandma of...

Kimball Bryant Martin

Kimball Bryant Martin

Apr 24, 2019

Kimball "Kim" Martin, age 69 of Oconomowoc, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2019 in his home surrounded by loving family and friends. He leaves behind his loving wife of 42 years, Colleen, his children Alison Martin of East Windsor, CT, Abbey (Jake) Blunck and Ryan Martin of Oconomowoc. Kim is further survived by his adoring grand-children Alexandria Church...

Linnea A Olson

Linnea A Olson

Apr 24, 2019

It is with deep sadness that we write of the death of our friend, Linney. She passed away quietly at her “new” home in Oconomowoc, WI, after a long illness. Alzheimer’s had necessitated her move from her beloved home in Brooklyn not quite 2 years ago. The staff at the facility have many fond memories of the Linney, as...

Ursula Berta Smitke

Ursula Berta Smitke

Apr 24, 2019

Ursula B. Smitke, age 90 of Waukesha, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Ursula is survived by her children: Bridget (Thomas) Mack, Monika Williams and Bruce (Jenny) Bryan. Her grandchildren: Tania (Tony) Rome, Alan (Penny) Mack, Angela (Nicholas) Jerman, Robert (Kristiana) Williams, Shawn (Nicole) Williams, Benjamin (Shannon) Bryan and Jesse Bryan along with 13 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren,...

Jerome L. Leif

Jerome L. Leif

Apr 22, 2019

Jerome “Jerry” LeRoy Leif, 74, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on Monday, April 22, 2019. He leaves behind his wife of 50 years, Betty (Loecher) Leif; his son David and daughter-in-law Noel, and their children Hannah, Niklaus, and Eric; his son Scott and daughter-in-law Maureen and their daughters Gabrielle, Addison, and Camryn; and his daughter,...

John C. Gutowski

John C. Gutowski

Apr 22, 2019

John C. Gutowski age 73 of Sullivan, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, April 22, 2019. John is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Sharon, his children Tina (Nathan) Belongia/Degner and Melisa (Jesus) Torres, grandchildren Joshua Degner and Jessica (Parker Hoisngton Sr.) Degner, Isabella Torres and Victoria Torres along with a great-grandchild Parker Hoisngton...

Kenneth Neitzke

Kenneth Neitzke

Apr 21, 2019

Kenneth Neitzke age 81 of Dousman, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 21, 2019. Ken is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Jean, his children Kendal (Stacey Balsley) Neitzke and Lonnie (David) Kaiser. Grandchildren Eric Kaiser, Mary (Justin) Marshall, Michael (Katie) Wright and Jasmine Wright along with his great-grandchildren Madalynn and Jaxon Marshall, his...

Jerry "Mike" Czemierys

Jerry "Mike" Czemierys

Apr 17, 2019

Jerry “Mike” Czemierys, age 58 of Oconomowoc, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2019. Mike is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Teri (Suehs) his sister Holli, dad John T. (Mary) Anderson and his brothers Chris (Joan), Kelly (Shelley), Kevin, John Anderson along with his uncle Ron and aunt Sally Czemierys. Also, his Mother-in-law Teri Suehs, sister-in-law...

James "Jim" Doxtater

James "Jim" Doxtater

Apr 14, 2019

James “Jim” Doxtater, age 78 of Oconomowoc, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Sunday, April 14, 2019. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Joanne, children Jean Sukkert, Judi Winans and James Doxtater, along with 21 grandchildren and 26 great -grandchildren. He is further survived by his brother-in-law and sister-in-law Leroy and Pat Carroll...

Sheila A. Vega

Sheila A. Vega

Apr 12, 2019

Sheila A. Vega, age 63, of Oconomowoc, WI passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, April 12, 2019. Sheila is survived by her loving husband of 45 1/2 years, Alvin; children Alvin T. Vega, Sally (Mark) Falci, and Sarah Vega. She will be missed dearly by her grandchildren Alieah, Desirea, Santino, Harlem and Benicio...

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