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David John Werner of Neosho, WI passed away November 30, 2023 at the age of 84. David was born July 16, 1939 in Neosho to Russel and Eunice (Gault) Werner. He was a 1957 graduate of Hartford Union High School. David was production supervisor for Fiberesin Industries in Ashippun, working there over 52 years. On July 20, 1974, he married Susan (Schwartz) at St. Paul's Lutheran of Ixonia. David was an active member of St. Paul's Lutheran of Neosho, serving as president of the congregation and assistant treasurer. He was a frequent usher and greeter, and enjoyed the camaraderie of his Bible study groups. For his hometown, he served as a trustee for the village, and as secretary of the Neosho...

Ruth LaVerne Zastrow, 93, of Oconomowoc, WI, passed away on September 2, 2023, at Shorehaven. She was born on June 25, 1930, to Vernie and Grace (Walker) Bleifuss in Milwaukee. Vernie and Grace both worked at Pabst Farms. Ruth had fond childhood memories of growing up there. Ruth graduated from Oconomowoc High School in 1948. Ruth married Frank Zastrow in 1957. Ruth had a 40+ year career at Carnation Company and in her spare time was a Brownie Leader, secretary of the Sunday Hummers bowling league, Park Lawn school nurse, Oconomowoc Fire Department ladies auxiliary, election poll worker, life-long member of Zion Episcopal Church and active in church activities including the Evergreen Bazaar...

Robert "Bob" R. Weiss, 65, of Slinger, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 16th surrounded by his family after a hard-fought battle with leukemia. Bob was born the sixth of twelve children on May 20th, 1958 in Port Washington, WI. He was the son of Albert and Mildred (Demerath) Weiss. The family soon moved to Juneau, WI and continued the tradition of dairy farming. He graduated high school from Dodgeland High in Juneau, WI in 1977. Bob then served in the United States Marine Corp stationed at Camp Pendleton in San Diego California. It is here, that he met his soulmate, Tammy, and became a loving dad to Cherey. They soon had two more children, Alicia and Ryan, before moving...

Robert "Bob" R. Weiss, 65, of Slinger, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 16th surrounded by his family after a hard-fought battle with leukemia. Bob was born the sixth of twelve children on May 20th, 1958 in Port Washington, WI. He was the son of Albert and Mildred (Demerath) Weiss. The family soon moved to Juneau, WI and continued the tradition of dairy farming. He graduated high school from Dodgeland High in Juneau, WI in 1977. Bob then served in the United States Marine Corp stationed at Camp Pendleton in San Diego California. It is here, that he met his soulmate, Tammy, and became a loving dad to Cherey. They soon had two more children, Alicia and Ryan, before moving...

Stanley D. Stoltenburg, age 84, passed away on May 30, 2023 at Wellington Place in Fort Atkinson. He was born on October 9, 1938 to Bernard and Lorraine (Grimm) Stoltenburg in Concord. Stan is survived by his children, Greg Stoltenburg, Guy (Sue) Stoltenburg, Vickie (Gene) Greaux, Cindy Ferrick and Gary (Angele) Stoltenburg; his grandchildren, Erik Koehler, Heidi (Kyle) Tokarski, Zachary, Abbey, Tyler Stoltenburg, Hunter Ferrick, Selena, Krystal, Michael Stoltenburg and Jacob Stoltenburg; his great-grandchilren, Harper and Maddie Tokarski; his siblings, Richard (Leann) Stoltenburg, Douglas Stoltenburg, Michael (Bonnie) Stoltenburg and Karen Rowoldt; and many other family and friends. He...

Walter Eske entered the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 27, 2023, at the age of 90 years old. He was born on September 3, 1932 to Henry and Edna Eske of the Town of Oconomowoc. Walter loved his Lord, his country, his land, and his bride. He was a man of great gentleness, patience, integrity, and wit. With a sweet smile and a twinkle in his eye, he loved to laugh, tease, and talk. He served in the U.S. Army, was married to the love of his life, Shirley (Vinz) for almost 65 years, and spent most of his life doing what he enjoyed most, dairy farming. Walter was the third generation to farm the Eske homestead land near Ashippun. Walter worked to improve his herd and...

Ruth Marie Schwartz, age 88, passed away peacefully at St. Clare Hospital in Baraboo, WI on May 23, 2023. Ruth was born in Oconomowoc, WI, daughter of the late Berhard and Agnes Ziervogel (nee Heger) on July 10, 1934. Ruth is will be missed dearly by her children, Wendy (Mike) Tesch, Leonard (Sandra) Sjoberg, Palmer Sjoberg, Terry (Dianne) Schwartz, Alan (Lori) Schwartz, Kirk (Cindy) Schwartz, Shelly (Rick) Boniface, Jay (Sally) Schwartz, Jill (Doug) Watts; 17 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; siblings, Joanne (Rick) Krogmann and Suzy (Val) Lapin; along with many other loving family and friends. Ruth is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gary Schwartz; husband and father of...

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Joann Kathryn Pawlowski "Redhead", age 90, at Three Pillars in Dousman, WI on May 14, 2023. She passed peacefully in her sleep. Joann was born on February 7, 1933 in Racine, WI to Joseph and Anna Glad. She was the youngest of three children. Joann is survived by her three sons, Mark (Debbie) Pawlowski, Glen (Maria) Pawlowski, and Dale Pawlowski; grandchildren Sarah (Billy) Harlow, Mark (Amanda) Pawlowski, Brian Pawlowski, Eric Pawlowski, and Greg Pawlowski; great grandchildren Tallulah Harlow, and Waylon Pawlowski. Joann is preceded in death by her loving husband Ed Pawlowski, her parents and brothers Edward Glad and Joseph...

John D. Sorenson, age 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 14, 2023 at Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital. He was born on July 23, 1935 to John and Jeanette Sorenson. John is survived by his children, John (Claire Tompkins) Sorenson, Jill (Dan) Petersen, Karen (Dean) Muehl, Dan Sorenson and Ginger Bonneau; his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy; his parents; and sister, Barbara. John was proud to be a service member of the U.S. Navy. Private family burial will take place at Highland Memorial Park. A memorial donation in John's name may be made to the Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital. Pagenkopf Funeral Home is serving the family. For more...

Janet R. Vanderplasse, 55, passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, May 9th, 2023. Janet was born on September 15th, 1967 to Roger and Susan Seideman (nee. Kienast) in West Bend, Wisconsin. She spent most of her early life in West Bend working on the family farm, snowmobiling in the winters, and helping her grandma Clara with cooking and housework. She graduated from West Bend East high school in 1986. After high school, she excelled in many different areas of work. She was a massage therapist, certified nursing assistant, 911 dispatcher, and intake specialist - and this is just to name a few. When she wasn't at work, Janet enjoyed spending time with family and...

John W. Bessent, age 86, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2023 at his home with family and friends by his side. He was born on April 7, 1937 to William and Mabel (Hewlett) Bessent in Bristol, England. For 66 years he was the beloved husband of Bunny Bessent. He was the proud father of David, Deborah, Christine and Tracy (Kevin) Willoughby; and the loving grandfather of Sarah, Lauren (Colin) and Jenna. A special thank you to his beloved caregivers, Vlad Chubatko, Lois Kimball, Alex Svintsytskyi, and Rosa Jadamba. John became an entrepreneur at a very young age. John and Bunny's first business venture was a small laundromat in Milwaukee. But John was educated in engineering and...

Kenneth Dean Roberts, age 87, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2023 with his family by his side. Please go to www.pagenkopf.com to read Ken's full obituary.

Ethel I. Schliepp, age 94, passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023 at Shorehaven in Oconomowoc. She was born on May 28, 1928 to Stanley and Ruby (Kluth) Atkinson in Portage. Ethel is survived by her children, Richard Schliepp, Jeffrey (Cecelia) Schliepp, Donald (Kathy) Schliepp and Linda (Bill Rodgers) Worley; grandchildren, Troy Schliepp, Trista (Dan) Fisher, Jason (Suzanne) Schliepp, Nicole (Nate) Brown, Dawn (Bryan) Bode, Michelle (Brian) Steinke, Katie (Matt) Lindemann, Kyle Schliepp; great-grandchildren, Nolan Pitre, Alexis Schliepp, Aiden Schliepp, Tillman Schliepp, Kiley Brown, Colton Brown, Lucas Bode, Audra Steinke and Dalton Steinke; and many other family and friends. She was...

James "Jim" O. Luebke, age 88, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 6, 2023 at Rainbow Hospice in Johnson Creek. A Funeral Service will be held, Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church in Sullivan, with Pastor Dean Zemple officiating. Relatives and friends may gather at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will follow at St. John's Cemetery. Memorials, if desired, would be appreciated to St. John's Lutheran Church or a charity of one's choice. James was born to Herbert and Esther (Otto) Luebke on June 9, 1934 in the Town of Emmet. James was confirmed April 10, 1949 at St. Stephen's Lutheran Church in Concord. He continued to grow...

Clayton John Swanton, age 81, passed away on Thursday, February16, 2023. He was born October 6, 1941 to John and Elsie (nee Balkman) Swanton. He was baptized November 23, 1941 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Stone Bank and confirmed at St. John's May 29, 1955. He attended a one-room school (Lincoln School, corner of Washington Road & Hwy P) in Town of Ashippun and attended Oconomowoc High School where he graduated in 1959. During his high school years, Clayton played the coronet in band and continued playing after graduation with the Oconomowoc Legion Band for eight years. After graduation from high school, he continued operating the family dairy farm near Alderly for over 30...

Clayton John Swanton, age 81, passed away on Thursday, February16, 2023. He was born October 6, 1941 to John and Elsie (nee Balkman) Swanton. He was baptized November 23, 1941 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Stone Bank and confirmed at St. John's May 29, 1955. He attended a one-room school (Lincoln School, corner of Washington Road & Hwy P) in Town of Ashippun and attended Oconomowoc High School where he graduated in 1959. During his high school years, Clayton played the coronet in band and continued playing after graduation with the Oconomowoc Legion Band for eight years. After graduation from high school, he continued operating the family dairy farm near Alderly for over 30...

Bobbie Jean Krueger (nee Grubbs) was born on April 29, 1939, in Harlan, KY, and was raised in Cincinnati, OH. She was welcomed into heaven on Sunday, February 5th, 2023 at the age of 83. She is survived by her son, Anthony (Alicia) Chentis; grandchildren, Nakyta Chentis; Makyle Chentis; Kailee Blazek; Bobby Cleveland; great-grandchildren, Kyler, Khloey, Haylie and Emma; Don's children, Bruce Krueger; Susie (Alan) Thompson; Patti (Dave) Moravec; Brian (Kristin) Krueger; Nancy Robjohns; Julie (Kurt) Boos; grandchildren, Eric (Patti) Poston; Anna (Neil) Mumm; Matthew (Nikki) Lecrone; Sara (Mark) Richens; Jacqueline (Michael) Merhej; Rebekah (Danny) Dance; Brandon (Kristine) Krueger; Griffin...

Andrew M. Obriecht, age 44 of Montello, died on January 29, 2023, probably from drugs unknowingly laced with fentanyl. He was born in Milwaukee on March 11, 1978 to John and Anna (Dondlinger) Obriecht. Andy is survived by his longtime girlfriend Addie; his mother, Anne Obriecht; his brother, Justin (Tara) Obriecht; and his nephews, Clayton, Silas, Gospel and Asa Obriecht. He is preceded in death by his father, John L. Obriecht. Andy graduated from Sun Prairie High School in 1996, and went on to attend UW - Oshkosh. He was the owner/operator of Savior Fireworks. Andy also worked for Mad City Windows, winning the all time high salesman and manager in 2018. From 2021, to present, Andy...

Beverly ("Bev") Jane McCormick, 88, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at Oconomomoc Memorial Hospital, of natural causes. Bev was the only child of Garfield and Rose Vukelic and grew up in West Allis, Wisconsin. She attended Mount Mary College and received a degree in Medical Technology from the School of Medical Technology at St. Mary's Hospital in Milwaukee. Following graduation, Bev worked as a medical technician at St. Mary's Hospital, and it was there that she met her future husband and the love of her life, Dr. Raymond ("Sam") McCormick. In October 1959, Bev and Sam were married at Church of the Gesu in Milwaukee; soon afterward, they moved to the Green Bay area,...

Marion Weiss, 74, of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, passed away on January 20, 2023, peacefully in her sleep. Marion was born on October 9, 1948, to Roy and Thelma Stetter in Chicago, Illinois. In 1974, Marion was blessed to marry Phillip Terry. Marion gained 2 stepsons Alex and Andre. Marion and Phillip went on to have 2 children, Sarah and Jonathan. Phillip passed away in November of 1983. Marion was blessed to marry Jim Weiss in 1994. They resided in Germantown, Wisconsin until they retired at their cabin in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin in 2013. They spent that time together until Jim passed away in December of 2018. Marion continued to enjoy her time in Beaver Dam, where she had many friends,...

Joyce Hildebrandt passed away on January 15, 2023 at the age of 63, surrounded by family and a dear childhood friend at Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital after a battle with cancer. She was born December 6, 1959 in Oconomowoc to Olive Kuzba and Irvin Kuzba, by whom she is preceded in death. She is survived by her husband, Kevin; daughters, Erin and Rachael; three beautiful grandchildren; sisters, Bonnie, Lynn, Sue; and brothers; Cass, Kurt, Mike, and Paul; and a number of nieces, nephews and friends that she considered to be family. Joyce grew up in Delafield and spent her summers swimming in the lake, her winters ice skating, and as much time as she could with the horses at a nearby stable. She...