West Bend Daily News

Dorothy Theckla Owen, nee Rettler, aged 98, passed away less than one month short of her 99th birthday on Sunday, February 25, 2024. She passed peacefully in her sleep. For the last two years, she resided at New Perspectives West Bend, in both their assisted living facility and then in Betty's Harbor Memory Care Unit where she was cared for until her passing. Dorothy, along with her twin brother Donald, was born to Joseph and Apollonia (Gundrum) Rettler at home on the farm on Clover Road in the Town of Hartford on March 19, 1925. In 1947 she met the GI of her dreams, Ernest D. Owen, and waited for and finally married him after his seven years of service at St. Kilian's Catholic Church...

Ted P. Grob, age 83, of Beaver Dam, died Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at Bay Harbor Assisted Living in Beaver Dam. Visitation for Ted will be held Monday, February 26th, from 9:30-10:50 a.m. with a Memorial Service to be held at 11:00 a.m. with Celebrant John Leiting officiating at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam. After the service, burial will be held at Highland Memory Gardens with a light luncheon to follow at The Bayside Supper Club. Ted was born on May 29, 1940, in Hartford, Wisconsin. He graduated from Hartford High School in 1958. Ted proudly worked for the Hartford Fire and Rescue Department for 20 years. He enjoyed trapshooting, four-wheeling, and hunting and fishing;...

Alice Catherine Saputo, born June 30,1931 to George Wellner, Sr. and Theresia (Soeller) Wellner. She grew up in Cadott, WI until about 1945. She then moved to Milwaukee to continue her schooling. She later taught in Skofield, Plover and Warsaw, WI. She also taught for over twenty years in the Milwaukee Public Schools, until she retired. She married Louis Saputo about 1973 and lived in Hubertus, WI. She is survived by her sisters Doris Wellner, Chippewa Falls, WI, Mae Boeger, Burlington WI, Rose (James) Ebert and brother, George (JoAnn) Wellner Jr. and other friends and family. Those who preceded her in death are Louis Saputa, sisters Theresa Witt, Lorraine Foiles and an infant sister. ...

Beverly Ruth (nee Kuenzi) Koch passed away on December 2, 2023. She was born daughter of Elmer (Butch) and Esther (nee Young) Kuenzi on November 9, 1935 in Juneau, WI. She married Roger Koch on Dec. 17, 1967. Beverly is survived by her son Steven (Crystal) Koch of South Carolina 1 grandchild and 2great grandchildren. Roger preceded her in death, December 26, 2015. Beverly was a resident of Hartford most of her life. She enjoyed her teaching career in Wisconsin at Hartford H.S., Berlin H.S. and in Saylesville. Beverly was a devout Christian and was a life-long member of Peace Lutheran Church, in Hartford. She was active in African Medical Missions. Beverly also, enjoyed working for 28...

Virginia Kay Ovrid "Ginny" (Born March 7, 1942) passed away peacefully on December 1, 2023 at the age of 81. She was born the daughter of Nelcine Myrtle (nee Gunderson) and John Alvin Huus. Ginny grew up in Hatton, North Dakota and lived much of her life in Hartford, Wisconsin. She loved her family and often traveled back the North Dakota to spend time with her brother, sisters and the rest of her relation, sometimes taking the train when we could not go with. She had numerous interests and hobbies which included, knitting, sewing in her Circle Group, Ham radio (KC9ET), family get togethers, cookouts, watching games shows and spent a lot of time on the front porch chatting with those who...

Susan A. Ihlenfeld was born to Eternal Life Monday October 30, 2023 at her home on Pike Lake in Hartford, WI at the age of 70 years. She was born February 14, 1953 the daughter of Raymond and Marie Skiba. She is survived by her sister Sharon (James) Oelstrom, her nephew Matt (Kim) Oelstrom and Luke (Meghan) Skiba and her niece Elizabeth (Ryan Webb) Skiba and grandnieces Olive, Lily and Rose Oelstrom and Serenitti Skiba, grandnephews Ryan and Nathan Webb and Zachary Skiba. Preceded in death by her brother Jim Skiba and her husband Mark Ihlenfeld. Also surviving are other relatives and friends. She graduated from St. Joan Antida High School in Milwaukee and went to work for the Milwaukee...

Colleen A. Wagner passed away on Tuesday October 17th at the age of 52. She was born on October 16th 1971. Colleen was a kind hearted, bright and intelligent person. She was always looking out for everyone else in her life and put their needs above her own. Colleen loved to take her dog Maya on walks and spend any free time she could with her family and friends. Colleen is survived by her two daughters, Leah M. Wagner and Natasha A. Wagner, her grandson Braxton J. Hammerstad, her parents Sue A. Callum and Harold F. A. Callum Jr., her siblings Noelle Corwin and Correen Oestreich. She is also survived by nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her...

Michael Timothy Murphy of Bartow, FL, formerly of Hustisford, WI passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at the age of 79 years. He was born on 12/22/43 the son of Timothy and Helen Murphy (Ziebel). Mike graduated from Plymouth High School in 1962 and began his career in both the military and the criminal justice system. He served his country in The United States Marine Corps (Semper Fi) in the Vietnam War and retired as a Chief Warrant Officer 4 in the United States Army in 2003. He retired from The Wisconsin Department of Corrections as a Captain in 2008. Mike was a passionate corvette owner. He enjoyed spending Sundays at car shows where he appreciated all models of...

Melissa Landdeck passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2023. She had spent more than 85 years here, and felt it was time to move to the next phase of her life. She was born on April 25, 1938 to Evelyn and Gilbert Meyer, who lived in Whitefish Bay. After high school in that city she attended UWM as an Art History major, but left school after two years to work in West Bend. It was the good fortune of John Landdeck that she did so, because that was his home town and he got the opportunity to meet her and eventually persuade her to marry him. She supported her husband while he pursued a degree, and then moved with him to Beaver Dam in 1973. She soon learned to love this town, and became a...

passed away peacefully on Friday, October 6, 2023, surrounded by family after a short and unexpected bout of pneumonia. Arden was born in Lind Township, Waupaca, WI on August 2, 1931, to the late William and Anna (Oehlke) Buchholtz. He was married to Beverly Domaika on December 21, 1957. Arden grew up on the family farm, the youngest of 7 children who survived childhood. He graduated from Weyauwega High School in 1949. After graduation he contemplated a theology path and was enrolled at Concordia Seminary in Milwaukee, WI for a short time but decided it was not his calling. He then chose to enter the school of Agriculture at UW-River Falls. His college studies were interrupted for 2...

Dawn R. "Tuttie" Palmer of Colgate was born on December 4, 1959 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and was called home by our Lord, Jesus Christ on Thursday, October 5th, 2023 at the age of 63 years. In between, Dawn lived a grace-filled life guided by her strong faith and a life filled with beauty, natural curiosity, and simplicity. Her whole being radiated her immense love for her husband Greg, and son, Eric. Dawn was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Helen McDonald, and sister, Mary (McDonald) Marynik. She is survived by her by beloved husband, Greg; cherished son Eric. Further survived by sisters Patricia McDonald (Richard) Nowakowski, and Barbara McDonald; brother-in-law, Edward...

Age 80. Peacefully passed away at his home on September 23, 2023, surrounded by the love of his family. See www.hartsonfuneralhome.com for full notice.

Albert E. Seckinger on Saturday, September 23, a beloved husband, passed away at the age of 86 years old. He was born to Albert and Marie Seckinger in New York. Al attended Marquette University and worked many years as an electrical engineer at Harley Davidson. After taking an early retirement, he started his own business Lake Shore Engineering. He enjoyed family and friends, a good cigar and bourbon, and was very proud of his German heritage. Al lived most of his life in Glendale and Fox Point, Wisconsin and later moved to Town of Erin after retirement. He is survived by his wife, Ruth, of 27 years, his step-daughters Karla (Manuel) Valencia and Katherine (William) Sinsky, and...

Sandra L. Smith, age 69, of Beaver Dam, died suddenly at her home in Beaver Dam on Monday, September 11, 2023. Visitation for Sandra will be at Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Monday, September 18, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home on Monday beginning at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery in Beaver Dam. Sandra Louise was born on December 18, 1953, in West Bend, Wisconsin to the late Helmuth and Gladys (Zipperer) Lubitz and was raised by her uncle and aunt, Russell and Erna Neuman. Sandra graduated high school in 1972 in West Bend. On September 23, 1978, she was united in marriage with David Gordon at St....

(nee Lake) Of Hartford, formerly of Brown Deer. Passed at her home peacefully on Friday, September 8, 2023, at 94 years. Loving wife of the late Howard Venz. Beloved mother of the late Carolyn Venz, Suzanne (James) Boerth and Sherry (John) Ratz. Cherished grandma of Kathleen Boerth, Cynthia Boerth, Bryan (Kelly) Ratz, and Nick Ratz. Proud great-grandma of Abby, Charlie, and Maddy. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Alice was preceded in death by her parents Theodore and Clara Lake, as well as her siblings Ted, Roseanne, Lorraine and Betty. Alice and Howard lived in the Village of Brown Deer for 45 years. Their home was their pride and joy! Alice always...

Frank Martin Tumianiec 9.20.1937 - 8.24.2023 The world has lost a brilliant light. Frank Martin Tumianiec passed away peacefully at his home on August 24th. Every soul that Frank touched knew him as the essence of kindness, patience and love in action. He was a role model and gentle giant among fathers to his eight children, and an exceptionally kind and loving friend to so many. He blessed the world with his talents as a woodworker and artist, but most of all, the light of his generous and loving spirit shone through to everyone that he encountered on his journey. Frank is survived by his companion and former spouse, Sharon; sons Steve (Heather), Jeff (Sheri), Jay (Darlene), Tim...

Shirley June Walter Henschel passed away peacefully on Sunday August 20th, 2023. Shirley was one of four daughters born to Otto and Viola (Hackbarth) Walter on June 22, 1946. Shirley was proud to be employed by the Department of Natural Resources for over 40 years and loved interacting with the public. Shirley spent the greater part of her 77- years on Pike Lake in Hartford. In her free time, she enjoyed doing puzzles, crocheting with the "Happy Hookers", and playing cards with friends. She was known to be quite the social butterfly buzzing around in her electric wheelchair. Shirley was survived by her sisters Sandra Feltus and Ruby White as well as many nieces and nephews. Shirley...

(nee Berres) Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Beloved wife of Frank. Preceded in death by her parents Henry and Elsie, and two brothers in infancy. Further survived by in-laws and many dear friends. Graduate of St. Mary's Springs Academy, Fond du Lac. Member of American Sewing Guild. Visitation WEDNESDAY, August 16, 2023 from 9-11 AM at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 3100 W. Parnell Ave, Milwaukee. Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Committal Service at St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Xaverian Missionaries, 4500 Xavier Dr., Franklin, WI 53132 for Masses.

Thomas O. Miotke of Hartford was born to Eternal Life on July 6, 2023. He was born in Milwaukee, WI on April 6, 1946, the son of Hubert and Dorothy (nee Keller) Miotke. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Dona Miotke; son Oliver (Aundrea) and daughter Anna Martiny (Johnny); grandchildren, great grandchild, brother Joseph H. (Peggy) and family and friends. Tom is preceded in death by his sister Anne Miotke Tom was an Altar boy for St. Catherine's Catholic Church, Milwaukee from age 9 to 34. He also obtained his Eagle Scout Award while attending Marquette High School. Tom was a first-chair violinist for the Milwaukee Youth Orchestra. He was one of the original co-op students...

Carol J. Keil (nee. Schultz). Beloved wife of the late Phillip D. Keil, dear mother of Bruce (Jane) Keil, Brad (Sandra) Keil, Becky, Boyd and Barbara (Dan Waala) Keil, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 2, 2023. Carol was born on June 19, 1932 in Randolph Wisconsin to the late Ellis and Anna Schultz (Umland). Carol graduated from Luther Prep in Watertown Wisconsin. Carol married Phillip Keil on January 12, 1957. Carol was a whiz with numbers holding various accounting positions over the years and retiring from Washington County as Payroll Supervisor in the Accounting Department. Quick-witted and independent, Carol enjoyed shopping for new sweaters, watching old Westerns and musicals,...

Pearl K. Rock (nee Kestian) formerly Harasimchuk Age 88. Passed away peacefully on June 16, 2023, at SSM Hospital in Fond du lac, Wisconsin. She was born in Chicago, IL, to Alexander and Marie Anna Kestian on February 20, 1954. She married Roman Harasimchuk at blessed Sacrament Church in Chicago. She worked at the First National Bank in Chicago, IL. After moving to Wisconsin, she worked at Serigraph in West Bend, and owned and operated the "Ice Age Sport Shop" in New Prospect with her late husband Roman. She loved camping with her family, spending time at her camper, fishing, golfing, caring for her pets and talking on the phone with her cousins and friends. Survivors include her...