Obituaries

Oct 8, 2024

Joseph Earl Rush, age 81, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2024. Born in Oconomowoc, WI on December 26, 1942, he was the son of Earl and Lillian (nee Sass) Rush.

Joseph had a passion for motorcycles and mechanics and he could often be found tinkering away working on various projects. He loved his many pets and...

Oct 6, 2024

After a lifetime blessed by God and the love of family, Thomas “Tom” Carl Truebenbach, a pastor, photographer, and avid fisherman, entered into eternal life on the evening on October 6, 2024 at the age of 85 in Oconomowoc, WI. Tom is survived by his wife of 62 years, Pat, his three children, Carla (David) Ruch, Mary Beth (Tim)...

Oct 4, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our mom, Edith Schutten, on October 4, 2024. Grandma, Great-Grandma, sister and friend to so many, she will leave an unfillable void in our hearts forever. Edith was born April 7, 1943 to Tom & Cecelia Thompson in Waukesha, WI. She was preceded in death by her husband,...

Oct 4, 2024

Lester “Shorty” Schuett, 87 years young, lifelong resident of Ashippun, passed away surrounded by loved ones at Angel’s Grace Hospice October 4, 2024. He was born at home in Ashippun February 7, 1937 to Raymond and Laura Schuett.

Shorty is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Carol Schuett(ne Raether); daughter Brenda Lau, son-in-law Wilky Lau...

Oct 3, 2024

In loving memory of Joan Mary Boelkow, age 71, who passed away on October 3, 2024. Born on July 28, 1953, in Racine, WI, Joan was the cherished daughter of Donald and Colette Albright (nee Monty).

Growing up in Racine, her family moved to Brown Deer, where she graduated from Brown Deer High School in 1971, later...

Oct 1, 2024

In Loving Memory of Joy Gabrielle

With deep sorrow, we announce the peaceful passing of Joy Gabrielle on October 1, 2024, surrounded by love and grace. She was born on October 12, 1942, in Geislingen, Germany, to Johannes and Emilie Wörz. After the war, at the age of 10, Joy immigrated to the United States with her...

Sep 28, 2024

Frank A. Hertneky, age 89, passed away on September 28, 2024, surrounded by family. Frank was born on April 11, 1935, on a cattle ranch in Ramah, Colorado to Frank Hertneky Sr. and Margaret (nee Volosin) Hertneky.

He worked at the family cattle ranch until his service in the U.S. Army.  He met his wife, Helen, while...

Sep 25, 2024

In Loving Memory of Joanne Ruth Johnson Foley Voss

Joanne Ruth Johnson Foley Voss, a beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2024, surrounded by her loving family in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She was 94 years old. Her remarkable journey through life, rich with experiences, has left an indelible mark on all who knew her. While we...

Sep 25, 2024

Janice (Jan) Carol Olson Schreiner, age 91, of Roll’s Landing, FL, formerly of Frankfort, IL, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2024 at Towner Crest Senior Living, in Oconomowoc, WI. She was born August 21, 1933 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Carl and Lillian (MacNeill) Olson. Jan married Peter Schreiner April 16, 1955 in Chicago, IL. He preceded...

Sep 20, 2024

Joanna Helen Ramstack, age 71, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2024 at AngelsGrace Hospice in Oconomowoc. Born on November 20, 1952, in Waukesha, WI, Joanna was a cherished daughter of Robert and Gertrude Ramstack (nee Hennecke)

Warm-hearted and creative, Joanna found joy in the simple pleasures of life - from the pages of a good book...

Sep 18, 2024

David A. Geraldson

February 4, 1931 – September 18, 2024

David A. Geraldson, age 93, of Waukesha passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. David is survived by his wife of 73 years, Velma Taylor Geraldson, children Sally (Chris) Scott, Dave (Nadine) Geraldson Jr, Ann (Marc) Rhodes, Carl (Jane) Geraldson, Eric (Molly) Geraldson, grandchildren Ben,...

Sep 15, 2024

Lucille P. Bendfelt passed away September 15, at the age of 97. Lucille was born in Milwaukee on August 24, 1927 to the late Kurth and Elsa (Schmid) Papke and grew up with happy memories of Whitefish Bay and summer travels “Up North.”

Lucille was preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years Harry “Bud”...

Sep 14, 2024

OCONOMOWOC WI – Ann Dorothy Barker, age 83, of Oconomowoc, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2024, at Azura Memory Care in the loving, comforting care of her family.

Ann was born August 6, 1941 in Oconomowoc, a daughter of Lester and Dorothy (Schrader) Winger. In addition to her parents, Ann was preceded in death by her...

Sep 12, 2024

Thomas Dennis Brennan, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024, at the age of 71 at Waukesha Memorial Hospital. He was born on October 30, 1952, in Milwaukee, WI, to Howard and Bernice Brennan.

Tom had a deep love for the outdoors, enjoying hunting and running track during his high school years. He was a devoted NASCAR...

Sep 10, 2024

Only Kurt would retire on a Friday, then start hospice the following Monday. There’s a bittersweetness in that timing, but it’s also a testament to the man he was: hardworking, dedicated, and always willing to help others, right up until the end. But let’s be honest, Kurt was also a troublemaker, a jokester, and as stubborn as they come—yet...

Sep 8, 2024

Donald R. Christenson was a beloved husband, dedicated father, and loving grandfather. He left us peacefully surrounded by his family, on September 8th, 2024, at the age of 81.

Don was born October 20, 1942, in Milwaukee to Rudolph and Gladys Christenson. He and his brother, Jerry, grew up in Black River Falls, WI but lived most...

Sep 8, 2024

Pedro P. San Diego went peacefully to sleep on September 8, 2024.

He was born on April 26, 1940 to Pedro and Lourdes Paredes San Diego and raised in Quezon City with his six siblings. He graduated with a degree in architecture from the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines in 1957. He later immigrated to...

Sep 8, 2024

A pure-bred Norwegian who’s care for others was befitting of her middle name, Arlys Sobel brought joy, happiness, and hope to so many people over her 92+ years on earth. Arlys passed away peacefully on September 8, 2024. She is pre-deceased by her parents, Huldah and Joseph Lindberg, her husband, Seymour, older sister Lois and brother-in-law Carl, and her...

Sep 8, 2024

Lisa Marie Ott, age 55, of Dousman, WI, formerly of Quechee VT, passed away on 9/8/2024 at

AngelsGrace Hospice with her brother, Bart, by her side. Lisa battled colon cancer for 5 years.

Lisa was preceded in death by her partner Gerald Brown, her father Guy Ott, and her

grandparents John and Mary...

Sep 7, 2024

Donna Lee Piscitello, born on June 16, 1940 in Whitewater, WI, peacefully passed away on September 7, 2024, at AngelsGrace Hospice in Oconomowoc, WI. She was a beloved daughter of Larry and Mildred Fisher, and a dedicated mother to her son, Thomas (Barb) Piscitello.

Donna was further survived by her sisters Gloria Nelson and Cheri (Mike) McCaigue,...