Watertown Daily Times

Marjorie "Marge" "Gigi" H. Kohlhoff, 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 11, 2022 at Park Terrace in Watertown. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church in Watertown with Rev. Timothy Mueller officiating. Relatives and friends may gather at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at the Lutheran Cemetery in Watertown. Memorials, if desired, would be appreciated in lieu of flowers to the St. John's Stained Glass Renovation Fund. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Watertown is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.hafemeisterfh.com. Marjorie...

Stacy Shapiro Sigmund was the wife of Tim Sigmund of Watertown, WI, and daughter of Mary and Lon Shapiro of Cambridge, WI. At the age of 42, Stacy died as a result of her injuries from a single car accident on August 9, 2022. She was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes as a child. She was preceded in death by her grandparents and she is survived by her beloved husband, parents, sisters, Sara Shapiro Jimenez (Jorge Jimenez) and Shanna Shapiro as well as her brothers and sisters-in-law, Fred and Cindy Sigmund, Tammy and Duane Phillips, and Peg Connor. Stacy met Tim Sigmund in 2006; they dated on and off until 2011, when they decided that their perfect imperfections were made for one another and...

Pederson-Nowatka Funeral Home is caring for the family.

Dear Lord: This is Betty Leitzke, of Hustisford, you know her, she is the little girl you created on June 16, 1929 who you have taken home after 93 years on Tuesday, August 9, 2022. She came into this world as Betty June Stevens the only daughter of Paul and Agnes (nee Reynolds) Stevens in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. You made her mischievous, independent, creative, loving, hardworking, and dedicated to her family. The mischief was demonstrated when she eloped with the love of her life, Glayr Leitzke, on August 7, 1948 after knowing him for only 2 weeks. She said he was so insistent. Glayr and Betty moved to Hustisford, Wisconsin, where Glayr worked in the family manufacturing business and...

Anita R. Lueck, 89, of Watertown, passed away on Monday, August 8, 2022 at Clearview Health and Rehab in Juneau. Anita was born on August 18, 1932, in Milwaukee, the daughter of Lawrence and Ruth (Schealer) Boville. She married Richard Lueck on May 3, 1952 and the couple enjoyed 50 years before his passing in 2003. She worked as a bookkeeper for Shopko for over 20 years. She was a talented first chair violinist with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra for many years. In her free time she enjoyed gardening, painting, and working on crafts. Above all she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Anita is survived by her children: Rick (Robin) Lueck, Denise Shi, Daniel (Donna) Lueck,...

William C. "Willie/Bill" Gruchow, 87 of Waterloo, passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2022, at Sunset Ridge in Johnson Creek. Bill was born August 16, 1934, the son of William and Edna (French) Gruchow. He was a graduate of Waterloo High School. On August 13, 1955, Bill married Elaine Knapton at the Marshall United Methodist Church. He worked for over 40 years at J. G. Van Holten's until his retirement. Bill and Elaine delivered the Wisconsin State Journal for over 30 years in Waterloo. His family was the most important thing to him. Bill enjoyed playing euchre and 500; and it was tough for anyone to beat him at checkers. Bill is survived by his wife Elaine, of 66 years; his son Gary (Polly)...

Robert "Bob" E. Erdman passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 7th at Aspirus Hospital - Stevens Point at the age of 82 with his wife by his side. He is survived by his wife of fifty-five years, Kristine (Pitterle) Erdman; his favorite daughter, Sara Erdman; his favorite son, Eric (Ronnie Yamanaka) Erdman; his beloved granddaughter "little pumpkin" Ella Erdman; brother- and sister-in-law, Steve and Barb Pitterle; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Louise Lamb in 2015. Robert was born in Milwaukee, WI to the late Robert B. and Gertrude Erdman. His family settled in Watertown, WI when he was six. He graduated from Watertown High School in 1957 where...

VERONA - Pat Kutzke, 97, of Verona, passed away August 6, 2022, surrounded by family. She was born on November 11, 1924, in Portage, the daughter of the late Justice of Peace Frank P. and Marie M. (Shannon) Ladenberger. Pat graduated from Portage High School in 1942 and married the one and only love of her life, Carlton "Carty" E. Kutzke, on September 21, 1943, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Portage. She worked at Kress Meat Packing of Waterloo and Menasha Corporation of Watertown before becoming her "own boss" when she and Carty bought and operated the Little Rock Motel in Dodgeville. Pat is survived by her eleven children: Mary Kutzke, Verona; Carl (Linda) Kutzke, Lake Mils; Pat...

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Charles L. "Chuck" Henson, 91, of Watertown, passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022, at his home. Chuck was born on July 5, 1931, in Oconto, WI, the son of Benjamin and Florence (Kemple) Henson. He proudly served our country in the United States Army from 1951-1953. He was a truck driver for the majority of his life, and also worked part time as a bartender at the Market Street Inn which was owned by his family. He married Joanne Smith on November 17, 1990, and the couple enjoyed 20 years of marriage before her passing in 2011. In his free time, he enjoyed gambling, watching the Green Bay Packers, and UFC. In his later years he never missed a meat raffle at the Duck Inn in Jefferson. Above...

Bruce G. Schmidt, 68, of Hustisford, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 30, 2022, at Rainbow Hospice Inpatient Center in Johnson Creek in comfort while outside in his bed with the sun warmly shining on him, gentle breezes blowing, birds flying about and singing. All while underneath the beautiful "blue skies" giving way to large fluffy white clouds slowly passing by. Music in the background, family at his bedside. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, August 10, 2022, at 7 p.m. at St. Luke's Lutheran Church with Rev. Anthony Schultz officiating. Family and friends may gather at the church from 4:30 p.m. until the time of the service. Hafemeister Funeral Home is serving the...

Claude F. Klettke, 93, of Jefferson, passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2022 at The View in Johnson Creek. Claude was born August 23, 1928 to Henry and Ruth Klettke on the family farm in Farmington. He graduated from Jefferson High School. On July 26, 1947 Claude married Violet Trieloff at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Fort Atkinson. He was employed as a mechanic for Linton at Fort Atkinson, hauled milk for his brother, worked on the family farm with his father, drove as a semi-truck driver for Schweiger Industry in Jefferson for 27 years and later drove a set of double semi for ANR Freight Systems for 3 years before retiring. He enjoyed hunting with friends, trips up north, musky fishing...

Alan "Al" A. Niay, age 73, of Watertown, WI, passed away unexpectedly, at his home on Friday, July 29, 2022. Al was born on May 9, 1949, in Watertown, the son of Maurice and Jacqueline (nee Patey) Niay. He was a 1967 graduate of Watertown High School. On April 28, 1973, Al married the love of his life, Mary Jayne Wendt at St. Bernard's Catholic Church in Watertown. Al worked over 40 years at Watertown Metal Products before retiring. He belonged to the Izaak Walton League and Wisconsin National Guard units. Al was an avid hunter and fisherman, enjoyed his time outdoors, and up north with family and friends. His memory will live within the hearts of his grandchildren, whom he was so proud...

Vicky Mae Yuker, 65, of Watertown, WI left her earthly home for Heaven on July 28, 2022 at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee after a short but valiant fight with cancer. She was born on October 29, 1956 in Mason City, IA, the daughter of Donald Claire Ayres and Arlene Mae (Austin) Ayres. On May 10, 1982, Vicky was united in marriage to Guy Yuker in Mora, MN and the two would go on to enjoy 40 years of marriage together. God blessed Vicky with 5 loving children, James, Kim, Angie, William and Brian. Vicky's family was the light of her life. She was happiest and most content when surrounded by those she loved. She was a supportive wife to her husband and a very involved mom, grandma and "Memaw"...

Donna M. Neuberger, age 72, of Reeseville, passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2022 at Prairie Ridge Health in Columbus. There will be a graveside service for Donna at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in the Town of Lowell on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Daniel Bohn officiating. Donna May was born on August 31, 1949 in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin to Edward "Bud" and May (Fehling) Neuberger. She was raised, and remained on the family farm in Reeseville her entire life. Donna graduated from Reeseville High School in 1967, being one of the first female members of FFA. After the family sold their cows, Donna put her heart and soul into her garden, selling produce, raising chickens, and...

Carolyn Stroupe, 96, of Whitewater, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, July 27, 2022, at Agrace Hospice in Madison, Wisconsin. Carolyn was born January 9, 1926, in Buck Creek, Indiana, the daughter of Frank and Eva Pearson. She graduated from high school in Monticello, Indiana, and in her younger years spent many a summer day and evening at Indiana Beach dancing to big name bands of the era. Carolyn had a lovely singing voice and often sang in high school programs and for church on Sunday. Carolyn always identified herself as a farm girl and loved the rural life, living in the country, growing flowers and vegetables, adopting stray critters that wandered onto the...

Friends may come to pay their respects from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 6, 2022 at the Claussen Funeral Home. Private Family Burial will be in Rock Lake Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to the family. www.claussenfuneralhome.com

Lewis "Lewie" H. Johnson, 81, Lake Mills, died on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at his home. Friends may come to pay their respects from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 6, 2022 at the Claussen Funeral Home. Private Family Burial will be in Rock Lake Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to the family. www.claussenfuneralhome.com

Beverly, age 86, of Watertown, passed into God's grace on July 27, 2022, at Heritage Homes. She was born August 7, 1935, in Burlington, KS, to Chet and Dorothy (Redding) Lee. Graduated from Burlington High School and then worked in Topeka, KS, at the State Department. She met the love of her life on a blind date, and they were married on April 29, 1955. Loving Mother of Julie (Greg) Brzozowski and precious "Gram' to Brad. Further survived by brother Bernard (Viola) Lee, five nephews, and many dear friends and family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, Bill. Her parents and sister-in-law Betty. After moving to WI in 1969, Bev worked at Greenfield High School...

Patricia S. Seljan, 86, Lake Mills, died on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at Lilac Springs. She was born on June 5, 1936, in Green Bay, WI, the daughter of the late Edwin and Viola (Freitag) Walker. She was a 1954 graduate of the Brillion High School. Pat married Ken Seljan on September 15, 1954, in Flint, MI. He died on January 11, 1998. She and her husband began Seljan Tool Company in 1967 where she had been a bookkeeper, driver and machine operator. She was later employed by Seward & Sander Insurance Agency, Ferry & Neupert Law Office, Lake Mills High School office secretary, Pat Kennedy's Superintendent office, Palmer Ford in Jefferson, and in 1980 she owned and operated Donna's...

Karen Margaret Carnes, 83, of Casa Grande, Az., died on July 26, 2022. She was born in Fort Atkinson, WI. On February 25, 1939, to John Huber and Edith Baker. Karen is remembered most as a woman of strong and devout Catholic faith. She taught and believed in loving your neighbor as yourself, her beliefs flowed outward to her husband, children, grandchildren, and her great-grandchildren. Karen's faith also flowed out in a long nursing career, mostly with patients who had dementia, who were cared for in her home in one of the first licensed private adult care homes in the state of Arizona. She was a woman of rare faith, fortitude, and courage who has left this legacy to us. Karen is...