Watertown Daily Times

Jay A. Froemming, 67, of Watertown, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on April 23, 2024, due to right lung, liver, and brain cancer. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 1 p.m. at St. Mark's Lutheran Church with Rev. James Backus officiating. Family and friends may gather at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorials, if desired, may be directed to the family. In remembrance of Jay, the family encourages all who attend the service to dress casually, reflecting Jay's easygoing nature. Following the service, family and friends are invited to Tipsy Goose in Watertown to continue celebrating Jay's life. Hafemeister...

Memorial service on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 1 p.m. at St. Mark's Lutheran Church. Visitation from 11 a.m. until the service. Family requests casual attire. Reception at Tipsy Goose in Watertown to continue celebrating Jay's life. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

John Emil Feilbach, age 93, passed away April 22, 2024, at the age of 93. He was born May 27, 1930, son of John and Bertha (nee Miller) Feilbach in Brownsville, Wisconsin. On September 28, 1952, John married the love of his life, Inez Brendemuehl. As a young boy, John moved to the town of Clyman. He always had a love for music. John played in a family polka band and also the Bernie Roberts Orchestra. He taught himself how to play the trumpet, saxophone and clarinet from the age of 14 years and continued playing for 42 years. Besides his love for music, John loved to farm and train horses for harness racing. He drove truck for J.F. Trucking and Trenching, and also Radloff's Cheese...

Donald G. Vehlow Sr., 76, of Waterloo, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024 at his home. Don was born on July 17, 1947, in Watertown, the son of Alvin and Bernice (Kowski) Vehlow. He married Phyllis Poetter on November 7, 1998, and the couple enjoyed 25 years of marriage. Don was a long-time active member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Waterloo, where he volunteered as an usher, greeter, coffee hour, and preparing for communion. Don grew up near the Milford Feed Mill, which he owned and operated for many years, he also farmed and operated the Waterloo Ag- Service. He served in the Army Reserve and National Guard from 1966-1972. He was a member of the Waterloo American Legion Post 233,...

Clifford James Schuett, 82, of Watertown passed away peacefully in his sleep at Rainbow Hospice on Sunday, April 21, 2024. Clifford James Schuett was born May 4th 1941 in Weyauwega, Wisconsin to Harold and Elizabeth (McHugh) Schuett. He was the oldest of 18 children. Cliff attended Watertown High School, MATC and MSOE. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam era. On November 5, 1966 he married Dianne B. Cromey. He was employed at Eaton Corporation for 43 years as a Quality Control Technician. He was a Watertown Police Service Officer for 20 years. Cliff was one of Watertown's first EMT's certified on Nov 11, 1973. He was a member of the Izaak Walton League, serving at the WI...

BONNIE ELLEN (Stark) CHWALA, 81 of Jefferson passed away April 20, 2024 at her home in Aztalan, WI surrounded by family after a short battle of cancer. She was born March 26, 1943, daughter of late Vincent and Eleanor (Roehl) Stark. She graduated from Lake Mills High School in 1960. She married William G. Chwala on September 4, 1965 and had two children, Heidi and William. She enjoyed gardening, baking, working on the family genealogy, reading and sending cards to family and friends. She is survived by daughter Heidi (Wayne Randall) Chwala, Kory Randall, son William D. Chwala; sisters Penny (Dan) Olson, Pamela (WJ) Campbell; brothers Jack (Bonnie) Stark, William Stark, Roger (Sherry)...

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Hafemeister Funeral Home with Rev. Ray Bezanson officiating. Family and friends may gather at Hafemeister Funeral Home from 11:30 a.m. until the time of the service.

Joan Cantwell, 84, of Ixonia, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024 at Watertown Regional Medical Center. Joan was born October 20, 1939 near Owen, WI the daughter of Edward and Josephine Sluzewski Sr. Joan married David Cantwell on August 1, 1964. Joan taught English and Journalism at Oconomowoc High School for over 30 years. She was a member of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Johnson Creek. She was an active volunteer and board member at St. Vincent DePaul in Watertown for many years. Above all, she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Survivors include: daughters; Julie (John) Ganster and Jamie (Billy) Hombsch; grandchildren; Emily Eppler, Jack (Katrina Wilson)...

Daniel "Dan" P. Westermeyer, 60 of Watertown, was called to heaven on Thursday, April 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, at Aurora Medical Center Summit. Dan was born on Nov. 23, 1963 and was raised in Watertown, WI, the son of Peter and Lyla Westermeyer. He was one of 4 siblings. Dan graduated from Lakeside Lutheran High School. Shortly after, he was united in marriage to Holly Ewing and raised three wonderful children together. He worked as an apartment manager and at a sugar plant. Dan followed his passion of installing ceramic tile with his own tiling business for many years and was known to many as either "Dan the tile man" or "Dano". He was quite the "MacGyver" and...

Daniel P. Schmidt, 72, Lake Mills, died on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. He was born on May 10, 1951, in Antigo, WI, the son of the late Cyril "Squirrely" and Delores (Meidl) Schmidt. He was a 1970 graduate of Waterloo High School. Daniel had been a member of the Knights of Columbus and Jaycees. Survivors include his siblings, Gary (Christine) Schmidt, Ronald (Claudia) Schmidt, Brian (Kathy) Schmidt, Steve (Kay Kasten) Schmidt, Michelle Schmidt; brother-in-law, Larry VonRueden; nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends. Also preceded in death by his sisters, Cheryl VonRueden and Julie Schmidt. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12 noon on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at...

Joanne K. Blank, age 88, died Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at the Remembrance Home in Beaver Dam. Visitation for Joanne will be at St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church in Beaver Dam on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at church beginning at 12:00 noon. Fr. Will Arnold will officiate. Burial will be at St. Peter Cemetery in Beaver Dam. Joanne Kathleen Peirick was born on May 8, 1935, in Watertown, Wisconsin to William and Mary (Pitterle) Peirick. She graduated from Watertown High School in 1953. On May 5, 1956, she was united in marriage with Jerold W. Blank at St. Henry's Catholic Church in Watertown. They lived in Watertown...

David O. Stendel, 86, of Oconomowoc, passed away on April 15, 2024 at Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital. David Otto Stendel was born on March 8, 1938 to Arthur and Helena (nee Thoemke) Stendel on the family homestead he currently resided in. He was a graduate of Johnson Creek High School and was drafted and served in the United States Army. On May 22, 1965 he married Beverly Stark at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Lebanon. He farmed on the family farm most of his life and worked for Carnation in Oconomowoc, retiring after 33 years. He then worked for the Concord Township. Dave enjoyed traveling and gardening but most of all loved spending time with his family. Dave is survived by his wife,...

Glorice M. Indra (nee Wegner), 97, of Watertown, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at Spero Heritage Homes in Watertown. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Watertown is serving the family. Online condolences may be left at www.HafemeisterFH.com. Glorice M. Wegner was born on February 15, 1927 in Lebanon to Frederick "Fritz" and Anna (nee Uttech) Wegner. On January 4, 1947 she married Paul E. Indra at St. Henry Catholic Church in Watertown. Glorice worked at Eaton in Watertown in the shipping department from where she retired. She and Paul enjoyed traveling, visiting many countries...

Linda J. Haakenson, 77, of Lake Mills Wi., died on April 13, 2024, at her home as a result of pancreatic cancer. Linda was born July 23, 1946, at Janesville Memorial Hospital, the eldest child of Robert P. and Jean (Morgan) Slauson of Milton, Wisconsin. She was educated in Milton schools, was active in band and choir during High School years and had the privilege of marching in the JFK inauguration parade in Washington, DC. Linda attended college at UW Whitewater and majored in Primary Education. She graduated in 1968 and soon after married William D. Haakenson, also of Milton. They established residence in Lombard, Illinois. Linda taught 4th grade at the Queen Bee Elementary School...

Edward H. Martin, age 79, of Ashippun passed away on April 13, 2024 at Crossroads Care Center, Pewaukee. He was born on May 6, 1944 to Alphonse and Barbara Martin. He was the 10th child in a family of 17. Ed graduated from Oconomowoc High School and following High School enlisted in the United States Army. He served from 1965-1967. After his discharge from the service, he began working for the United States Postal Service in Pewaukee and Oconomowoc. He retired from the Post Office in 1992. After his retirement, Ed enjoyed being the caretaker for many homes on Pine Lake. Long lasting friendships were made with the residents he served. Community was always very important to Ed. He...

Albert R. Damrow, 84, of Watertown, went to his heavenly home Friday, April 12, 2024, from Marquardt Health Center in Watertown. A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ixonia with Rev. Joel Free officiating. Relatives and friends may gather at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial, with military honors, will follow at the parish cemetery. Instead of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to the church or the charity of one's choice. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Watertown is serving the family. Online condolences may be left at www.HafemeisterFH.com. Albert Raymond Damrow...

Michael J. Benninger, age 71, of Fort Worth, TX passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 7, 2024. The graveside service for Michael will be held at Evangelical and Reformed Cemetery in Reeseville, WI on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Carrie Schuett officiating. Michael was born on November 8, 1952, in Wisconsin to Harris and Lillian (Kovalaske) Benninger. He graduated from Lowell-Reeseville High School in 1970 and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1974. He played for and was dedicated to his beloved Badger Football team for four years of college but truly for his lifetime. His love of the game led him to play for 15 more years as a member of several...

Marlin H. Zuehlke, 90, of Watertown, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Rainbow Hospice Inpatient Center in Johnson Creek. A private graveside service was held at St. John's Lutheran Cemetery in Sullivan. Memorials, if desired, would be appreciated to St. John's Lutheran Church in Watertown or to Rainbow Hospice. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Watertown is serving the family. Online condolences may be left at www.HafemeisterFH.com. Marlin Herman Zuehlke was born on November 17, 1933 to Emil and Alma (Patzfahl) Zuehlke in Summit. He was a graduate of Oconomowoc High School. Marlin farmed most of his life raising beef cattle on the southwest side of Watertown. ...

A gathering will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at St. Gabriel's Parish Center in Lake Mills from 12:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. with a service of remembrance and military honors conducted by Lake Mills American Legion Post #67 at 1:00 p.m. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

Richard "Dick" J. Rohde assed away peacefully at home with his wife holding his hand on Friday, April 5, 2024 at the age of 81. He is survived by his loving wife Margaret "Meg" (n?e Dumstrey) of 56 years; his children Christopher (Jennifer) Rohde and Craig (Anjeanette) Rohde; his grandchildren Bradyn, Abby, Keaton, Grace, Sander, and Jack; his brother Robert (Nancy) Rohde; his sister-in-law's Kathleen (Robert) and Susie Dumstrey; and nieces and nephews. He is further survived by loving family, cousins, his tennis groups, friends, and neighbors. He is preceded in death by his daughter Jean Marie; his parents Armin and Kathryn Rohde; his in-laws Kathleen and William Dumstrey IV; and...

Celebration of life will be held Sunday, April 21, 2024, from noon until 4 p.m. at the VFW Hall in Jefferson (1420 S Rockwell Ave, Jefferson, WI 53549). Family and friends are encouraged to wear Packer and Brewer attire. Hafemeister Funeral Home is serving the family.