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Harvey J. Simon, 84, Beaver Dam, passed away March 16, 2025, at Hillside Manor in Beaver Dam with family by his side. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy, Wisconsin. A visitation for Harvey will be held from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at the church with Rev. Father Edwin Kornath as celebrant. Interment will follow at St. Andrew's Catholic Cemetery, LeRoy, Wisconsin. Harvey was born April 14, 1940, in the town of LeRoy, to Hugo and Margaret (Zangl) Simon. He grew up on the family farm, attended St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic grade school, and graduated from Mayville High School in 1958. He went on to...

Kenneth L. Neumann, age 93, of Beaver Dam, died Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Randolph Health Services. Visitation for Ken will be at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and at church on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. Funeral services will be at Trinity Church - United Methodist in Beaver Dam on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Eric Taylor officiating. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens in the Town of Trenton, Dodge County, Wisconsin. Kenneth Louis Neumann was born on December 10, 1931, in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin to Theordore and Ella (Webster) Neumann. He graduated from Rosendale High...

Charles (Charlie) Ervin Kluewer, age 74, of Mayville, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 3, 2025 at Clearview in Juneau. A celebration of Charlie's life will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at the Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville. The visitation will be held from 11:00a.m. until 1:00p.m. Following visitation, a short service will be held. Charlie was bon the son of Elmer and Adeline (nee Margelowsky) Kluewer on April 23, 1950 in Hartford. He attended and graduated from Oconomowoc High School. Charlie was united in marriage to the love of his life, Wanda Becker, on August 18, 1979 in Hustisford. Together, the couple was blessed with and raised two beautiful daughters. ...

Kathleen A. Wieckowski. 7-21-53 to 2-27-25. New Berlin Eisenhower Highschool graduate of 1970. GE Medical systems Retiree and IAM Local #1916 retiree. Mother of Joey and Chrissy. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is caring for the family. www.Koepsellfh.com

Eileen N. Gentz, 90, of the township of Oak Grove passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at Charleston Memory Care in Beaver Dam surrounded by her family. Eileen was born on April 26, 1934 the daughter of Paul and Mabel (Wittchow) Uttech in Lebanon, Wisconsin. She was baptized on May 9, 1934 and later confirmed in faith on April 18, 1948. Eileen was married to Donald M. Gentz on October 15, 1955 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Lebanon, Wisconsin. Eileen was a member of St. Stephen's Ev. Lutheran Church in Beaver Dam and formerly a member of St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church in Oak Grove. Eileen dairy farmed with her husband in rural Juneau for many years. She was a caring and...

Duane Delmar Schuelke, age 85, of Mayville, formerly of West Allis, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at Aurora Zilber Family Hospice in Wauwatosa. A Celebration of Duane's life will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville with Rev. Traci Maass officiating. A visitation for Duane will take place on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the funeral home from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is caring for the family. www.Koepsellfh.com

Kurth "Kurt" F. Kast, 93, formerly of Randolph, Wisconsin passed away on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025. Kurth was born on May 28, 1931 the son of Otto and Freda (Wagner) Kast in Milwaukee. On August 7, 1954, he was united in marriage with Generose "Genny" Geiger at St. Jerome Catholic Church in Columbus. A lifelong farmer, he began working on the family farm and carried that passion throughout his life. His dedication to agriculture led him to own and operated South Randolph Implement, later Waupun Equipment Company, where he was president for 30 years, retiring in 2000. Kurt was a devoted member of Annunciation Catholic Church. He served on the church council for many terms and was a member...

Kurth "Kurt" F. Kast, 93, formerly of Randolph, Wisconsin passed away on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025. Kurth was born on May 28, 1931 the son of Otto and Freda (Wagner) Kast in Milwaukee. On August 7, 1954, he was united in marriage with Generose "Genny" Geiger at St. Jerome Catholic Church in Columbus. A lifelong farmer, he began working on the family farm and carried that passion throughout his life. His dedication to agriculture led him to own and operated South Randolph Implement, later Waupun Equipment Company, where he was president for 30 years, retiring in 2000. Kurt was a devoted member of Annunciation Catholic Church. He served on the church council for many terms and was a member...

Randy "Rupert" Rabehl, 64, of Oshkosh and formally of Fox Lake passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025. Rupert's last day on this earth was "Keepin it Reel" on the lake doing what he loves, fishing. Randy was born to Kenny "Rebel" and Joanne (Borth) Rabehl on March 26, 1960 in Beaver Dam. He was proud to take over the family business from his father becoming owner and operator of Fox Manufacturing in Fox Lake until his retirement just a few short years ago. Randy married the love of his life Arlene on November 30, 2019. Randy had a heart of gold and was the most loyal dad and friend anyone could ask for. He always made sure to have fun in whatever he was doing. Rupert loved life whether...

Randy "Rupert" Rabehl, 64, of Oshkosh and formally of Fox Lake passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025. Rupert's last day on this earth was "Keepin it Reel" on the lake doing what he loves, fishing. Randy was born to Kenny "Rebel" and Joanne (Borth) Rabehl on March 26, 1960 in Beaver Dam. He was proud to take over the family business from his father becoming owner and operator of Fox Manufacturing in Fox Lake until his retirement just a few short years ago. Randy married the love of his life Arlene on November 30, 2019. Randy had a heart of gold and was the most loyal dad and friend anyone could ask for. He always made sure to have fun in whatever he was doing. Rupert loved life whether...

Allen J. Thurow, 79, of Neosho passed away peacefully on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, at Aurora Medical Center in Oconomowoc. Al leaves behind a legacy of hard work, generosity, and a deep love for his family and community. Al will be deeply missed by his wife Janet; his children: Tony (Maria) Thurow of Houston, TX, Stephanie Thurow (Kelvin Dugbo) Thurow of Madison and Mike Thurow (Sam Pease) of Neosho; Grandchildren: Ashley Thurow, Alex Thurow and Gabriella Thurow; step daughters: Daisy Davison and Tiffany Davison and step grandson Hunter Zastrow; his siblings Dale Thurow, Joyce Thurow, Jane (Dave) Pluim and Ed (Jane) Thurow and his former wife Dorothy Thurow. He is further survived by nieces,...

Allen J. Schneider, age 46, died Sunday, January 26, 2025, at his home in Madison following a battle with liver disease. There will be a memorial gathering at Trinity Church - United Methodist in Beaver Dam on Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:20 p.m. A memorial service will follow at church at 5:30 p.m. with Rev. Eric Taylor officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date. Allen James Schneider was born on December 23, 1978, in Columbus, Wisconsin to the late Dennis and Rose (Braker) Schneider. After graduating from Dodgeland High School in Juneau in 1997, he went on to earn his associate's degree in Printing and Publishing at Madison Area Technical College. Allen worked...

Edward Fred Backhaus, Age 93, passed away peacefully on January 25th, 2025, at Hospice Home of Hope Fond du Lac surrounded by his loving family. A Celebration of Life for Edward will take place on Monday, February 3, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church in Mayville with Rev. Traci Maass officiating. A visitation for Edward will take place at church on Monday, February 3, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service at 2:00 p.m. Inurnment will follow the service at Graceland Cemetery in Mayville. Edward Fred Backhaus was born March 29th, 1931, in the town of Scott, Sheboygan County to Herman and Elsie (Zettler) Backhaus. He attended grade school in Washington County. He...

Edward Fred Backhaus, Age 93, passed away peacefully on January 25th, 2025, at Hospice Home of Hope Fond du Lac surrounded by his loving family. A Celebration of Life for Edward will take place on Monday, February 3, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church in Mayville with Rev. Traci Maass officiating. A visitation for Edward will take place at church on Monday, February 3, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service at 2:00 p.m. Inurnment will follow the service at Graceland Cemetery in Mayville. Edward Fred Backhaus was born March 29th, 1931, in the town of Scott, Sheboygan County to Herman and Elsie (Zettler) Backhaus. He attended grade school in Washington County. He...

David F. Reinke, 89, of Beaver Dam passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at UW Hospital in Madison surrounded by his loved ones. Dave was born on March 26, 1935 the son of Herbert A. and Mabel (Backhaus) Reinke in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. He was a graduate of Beaver Dam High School. He attended UW Eau Claire and graduated from UW Madison. Dave proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1954 - 1956. He was married to Sandra Helbing on October 2, 1976 at Trinity Church United Methodist in Beaver Dam. Dave was a Vice President at Kirsh Foundry for many many years and also worked at H & R Block for many years. He was a member of St. Stephen's Ev. Lutheran...

Nina F. Wiesmueller, 85, of Fox Lake passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at the Golden Years of Randolph. Nina was born on January 3, 1940 the daughter of Custer and Violette (Wheling) Werner in Hartford, Wisconsin. She attended Dodge County Normal School and also UW of Whitewater graduating with a degree in Elementary Education. On August 11, 1967, she was married to Glen Wiesmueller in Iron Ridge, Wisconsin. Nina dedicated 33 years to being a first grade teacher. She began her career in Waukesha and finished her career in the Hartford School District. She was a faithful member of St. John Lutheran Church in Fox Lake, a member of the Ladies of St. John's and a volunteer...

John L. Schmidt, age 69, died Wednesday, January 8, 2025, surrounded by his wife and children at his home in Reeseville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church in Reeseville on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. with Fr. Will Arnold officiating. Immediately after Mass, there will be a memorial gathering at church until 12:30 p.m. with a luncheon to follow in the church hall. John Lawrence Schmidt was born on March 24, 1955, in Watertown, Wisconsin to the late Lawrence and Margaret (Freson) Schmidt. On October 11, 1980, he was united in marriage with Margaret Miescher in Waterloo, Wisconsin. John was an extraordinary woodworker and was a...

William "Bill" "Chub" Stofflet, age 82, died Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Hillside Manor in Beaver Dam. Visitation will be at Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Monday, January 6, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home on Monday at 12:00 noon with Pastor Jim Wendt officiating. Inurnment will be at St. Peter Cemetery. To access the live stream link, please go to Bill's obituary page on the funeral home website (www.KoepsellFH.com). William Erwin Stofflet was born on February 14, 1942, in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin to the late Erwin and Margaret (Zweck) Stofflet. After graduating from Beaver Dam High School in 1960, he went on to earn...

Nancy Ann Wondra, age 72, of Mayville, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac. A private family memorial service for Nancy will be held at a later date by Pastor Joseph G. McGee of The Rock Bible Baptist Church. Nancy was born the daughter of Warren and Harriet (Blitzke) Schultz on December 27, 1951, in Fond du Lac. On November 5, 1977, she was united in marriage to Steven L. Wondra at St. Mary's Church in Fond du Lac. Nancy attended St. Mary's Catholic School, Woodworth Middle School, and Goodrich High School all of Fond du Lac. She worked various jobs over the years including at the Fond du Lac...

Janet Esther Margraf McCormick, age 84, of Wild Rose, WI, and Mesa, AZ, died December 25, 2024. There will be a gathering at St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church in Beaver Dam on Friday, February 7, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at church beginning at 11:00 a.m. Inurnment will be at Annunciation Cemetery in Randolph at a later date. Janet was born in the town of Newville on November 6, 1940, the daughter of Arthur and Dorothy (Kottwitz) Steinhorst. She graduated from Randolph High School in 1957 and married George Pfeffer, Sr. Janet was a pioneer joining the work force in 1965 at Chrysler Corp and later taking her skills and knowledge to John...

Charlotte A. Krause, 88, of New Berlin & formerly of Beaver Dam died on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024 at Linden Grove Nursing Home, New Berlin, WI. Visitation will be on Monday, Dec. 23, 2024 from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. at Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam. Funeral service to begin at 11 a.m. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens, Town of Trenton. The Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.koepsellfh.com .