Obituaries

Aug 9, 2024

Larry Dale Rather, of Oconomowoc, WI, passed away on August 9, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on August 6, 1946, in Waukesha, WI, Larry was a beloved son of Lawrence and Irene Rather.

After graduating from Oconomowoc High School in 1964, Larry embarked on a successful career in the manufacturing industry, where he held various...

Aug 7, 2024

Duane Paul Reusch, 57, passed away on August 7th, 2024. He was born in Milwaukee, WI on November 23, 1966 to Duane F. (Hunz) Reusch and Judith M. Gohde.

Duane is survived by his beloved wife Laura, his dearly loved children, daughter Canton and sons Raymond and Everett. His mother Judy, brother Ron (Joell) and sister Wendy...

Aug 5, 2024

Thomas Gerard McCarthy, of Oconomowoc, WI passed away unexpectedly at his home on August 5, 2024, at the age of 61. Born in Milwaukee on April 15, 1963, Tom was a devoted son to Edgar Jr. and Rosemary (nee Frederick) McCarthy.

Graduating from Kettle Moraine High School in 1981, he embarked on a successful career, dedicating over...

Aug 4, 2024

The Rev. David G. Schmeling of Oconomowoc, WI was called home to eternal glory in heaven by his Savior Jesus Christ on August 4, 2024, at the age of 88 years.

He was born in Henry, SD to Rev. Gerhard and Anna Schmeling on March 4, 1936. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years,...

Aug 1, 2024

Lawrence Richard Tetzlaff, a loving husband, father, and papa passed away unexpectedly on August 1, 2024, at the age of 76. Larry was born in Oconomowoc on November 7, 1947, to Richard Frederick and Esther Meta (nee Born) Tetzlaff.

Larry graduated from Oconomowoc High School in 1965 and pursued a fulfilling career as a proud toolmaker at...

Jul 31, 2024

Richard “Rick” Stolz, of Oconomowoc, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 31st 2024. Rick was born on May 12, 1947 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to his parents Ervin and Elsie Stolz. Rick is preceded in death by his parents and daughter Laura J. Stolz.

He is survived by his wife Susan (nee Kroll) Stolz, his son Richard M....

Jul 31, 2024

Janet J. Sandlass of Oconomowoc (formerly of Wales) went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at the age of 86 years. She was born in La Crosse on March 30, 1938, the daughter of Everett J. and Eunice R. (nee Prochaska) Lueck.

Jan graduated from Central High School in La Crosse in 1956,...

Jul 30, 2024

John “Jack” Sobczak, age 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 30, 2024. John was born on August 1, 1948, in Milwaukee, WI, to his parents, Anthony and Jeanette Sobczak. Jack is preceded in death by his parents, infant brother Eugene and brother Conrad.

Jack married the love of his life, Dawn, in April...

Jul 30, 2024

William M. Johnston

September 26, 1947 – July 30, 2024

William Mathew Johnston passed away peacefully while in the north woods with family on July 30, 2024, at 76 years of age.

Bill was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.

Bill is survived by his wife of 53 years,...

Jul 29, 2024

It is with profound sadness and everlasting love, that the family of Brion Gompper announce his passing on July 29, 2024. Surrounded by family, Brion was called back to God for his eternal rest. He was 71 years old.

Brion is survived by his loving wife and best friend of over 50 years, Deborah (Luedtke). He was...

Jul 28, 2024

Kenneth Arthur Ruehlow received the Lord’s gift of eternal life when he died at home in the loving presence of his family July 28, 2024.

Ken was the son of Carl & Esther Ruehlow, born on March 13, 1937, in the Town of Oconomowoc. He would say that he was “born in a barn,” with his life...

Jul 25, 2024

Audrey J. Eiken - 1936 – 2024

Mom was called home to God’s eternal embrace July 25th, 2024 following a courageous battle with cancer. She left this life, as she lived it, with grace and dignity, caring for and surrounded by those she loved.

Born in Eitzen, MN to Edgar and Gladys Deters on May...

Jul 21, 2024

Lucy Hajinian, age 95 of Brookfield, entered the Lord’s presence on July 21, 2024.

Lucy is survived by her children Charles Hajinian (Mary Kay) and Patty Hajinian Strong (Mark); grandchildren Peter Hajinian (Brooke), Sarah Hajinian Bianchi (AJ), Stacy Hajinian Michels (Steve), Kari Hajinian D’Acquisto (Danny), Courtney Strong Bode (Brent), Renee Strong and Stuard Strong (Marita); great grandchildren...

Jul 20, 2024

Walter (Wally) Dzielinski (aka Uncle Wally or Mr. D) passed away peacefully at Angels Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc on July 20, 2024 at the age of 84.

Wally is survived by his former spouse, Arline; daughter Julie; son Rick and his wife Sandy; and Grandsons Robby (fiancé Alexis) and Logan (girlfriend Jenna).

Wally is preceded...

Jul 20, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Ida May Koch, who passed away peacefully on July 20, 2024, at the age of 82, at Angel’sGrace in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin.

May was born on January 17, 1942, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She is preceded in death by her parents Howard and Ida May...

Jul 19, 2024

Scott Laird Felland

Surrounded by his loving family and friends, Scott Laird Felland, 75, of Oconomowoc, WI passed away July 19, 2024, a few weeks after celebrating the fifth year of his lung transplant.

He was born in Madison on June 14, 1949, to Melvin and Evelyn Felland. He graduated from Monona Grove High...

Jul 19, 2024

Timothy Ivan Gukich, loving husband, devoted father and grandfather, peacefully passed away on July 19, 2024, at his home in Oconomowoc, WI. He was born on September 7, 1945, in Milwaukee, WI, to Ivan and Lorraine Gukich.

After forty years of holding various management positions, most recently as Chief of Appeals for the Internal Revenue Service, Tim...

Jul 19, 2024

MARILYN JOYCE FELD

Marilyn Joyce Feld (nee Foose) entered eternal life peacefully at the age of 94 on July 19, 2024.

She was born in Milwaukee and moved to Okauchee Lake after high school where she met her husband of 38 years, Raymond Feld.

Marilyn’s favorite place was the lake home she lived...

Jul 16, 2024

Gerald Lee LaBarge peacefully passed away on July 16, 2024, at the age of 76 in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. He was born on February 11, 1948, to Raymond and Delores LaBarge in Marshfield, Wisconsin, the first of ten children.

Jerry’s journey was one marked by excellence. He graduated valedictorian from Loyal High School in Loyal, Wisconsin in 1966...

Jul 14, 2024

Janet Richmond Cobbett of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin died peacefully on Sunday, July 14, 2024 surrounded by her three children and her loving partner Norman Wack. She was 92 and lived a life full of challenges, triumphs, love and laughter.

Janet was born on April 8, 1932 in New Milford, Connecticut to mother Marjorie Alice Roberts Richmond and father...