Obituaries
Norman Shelvik
Mar 3, 2025
Norman Sievert Shelvik
April 22, 1961 - March 3, 2025
Norman Sievert Shelvik was called home to his Heavenly Father on Monday, March 3, 2025. He passed away in the comfort of his home surrounded by his wife, daughter, and granddaughter.
Norman was born April 22, 1961 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Bertrum Sievert and Marjorie Elise (Lillegard) Shelvik, as the youngest of five...
Thomas P. Boguslaw
Mar 2, 2025
Thomas P. “Boggie” Boguslaw
formerly of Hammond, IN, passed away on March 2, 2025, at the age of 73 years.
Tom was born on July 26, 1951, the son of the late Theodore and the late Valerie (nee Mlynarczyk) Boguslaw. After graduating from George Rogers Clark High School in Indiana, Tom served in the United States Navy. He worked for NIPSCO for...
Jared William Buss
Feb 25, 2025
In Loving Memory of Jared William Buss
Born on August 20, 1988, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Jared touched the lives of many before his untimely departure from this world on February 25, 2025 at the age of 36. His presence was as illuminating as the sun breaking through the clouds. His creativity and joy resonated deeply with everyone fortunate enough to know...
Marlene C. Wegner
Feb 22, 2025
Marlene Wegner of Grafton was born to Eternal Life on Saturday, February 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Marlene was born 12-27-1933 in Grafton, the daughter of the late Math and Theresa Hollrith. She was a graduate of Grafton High School, and married the love of her life, Marty Wegner. They moved to Florida for 4 years while he was...
Barbara J. Zacher
Feb 22, 2025
Barbara J. Zacher passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the Forest Haven Residential Facility in Fredonia on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the age of 90 years.
Barbara was born on July 28, 1934, in Pewaukee, WI, to the late Francis and LaVerne (nee Livingston) Carriveau. Her life was a beautiful reflection of love, strength, and faith.
Barbara was a loving...
Mark R. Helm
Feb 21, 2025
Mark R. Helm born October 1, 1961 to John “Bud” and Cathy (nee Lauer) and born to eternal life on February 21, 2025 after a courageous 16 month battle with pancreatic cancer. Mark‘s life has been nothing short of adventurous. He grew up in Thiensville/Mequon and never left where his life began. He started working for the family‘s grocery store,...
Joanne "Jo" F. Hilgendorf
Feb 18, 2025
Joanne “Jo” Francis Hilgendorf
Went to her heavenly home from Kathy Hospice on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at the age of 72.
Jo was born on Wednesday, May 7, 1952 to Alfred & Dorothea (Gramoll) Hilgendorf. She was the youngest of four children. Jo’s mother passed away a year after she was born. Her dad married Olga (Sliepka) who was a loving...
Kurt K. Gierach
Feb 14, 2025
Kurt “Dug” Gierach 55, of Mequon, unexpectedly went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 14th, 2025, after a fatal snowmobile accident.
Kurt was born August 28th, 1969, to Ruth and Kenneth Gierach. He graduated from Cedarburg High School in 1987. Kurt had followed in his father’s footsteps and had dedicated his 40-year career to his...
Dorothy L. Bladow
Feb 14, 2025
In Loving Memory of Dorothy Lee Bladow
Dorothy, age 80, of Grafton, was called home to heaven on Friday, February 14, 2025. She began her life in Honey Creek on February 29, 1944, to Milo and Clara Ludtke. Dorothy was a beacon of warmth, faith, and love. She married Lee L. Bladow on June 29, 1963, and moved to Fort Atkinson...
Kathy A. Schmitz
Feb 10, 2025
Kathy Ann Schmitz, age 76 of Grafton, WI, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025.
Kathy was born on January 10, 1949 in Milwaukee to Norman and Bernice Juech.
Kathy is survived by her son Matthew (Kimberly) Schmitz, son Michael Schmitz, and daughter Michelle (Nicholas) Koscielniak; her grandchildren Deven, Riley, Justin, Joey, Sydney, and Eleanor; and sister Karen (John) McIntosh. She was...
Kenneth J. Theirl
Feb 4, 2025
Kenneth James Theirl, 78, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, in Grafton, Wisconsin, surrounded by his family.
Ken is survived by his wife of 55 years, Patty (Troz); his sons, Scott (Stephanie) and Craig (Cassandra); his grandchildren, Sayla, Truman, Vivian, Ingrid, and Adeline; his sister Barb Powers (Wayne Schroeder); his sister-in-law Betty Theirl; nieces and nephews; and members of the...
Francis "Fritz" P. Schilter
Feb 3, 2025
Francis P. “Fritz” Schilter,
Of Cedarburg, Feb. 3, 2025 age 89 yrs. Beloved husband of Marie “Mitzie” (nee Mortl). Loving father of Steve (Gail), Lynn (Sean) Walsh and Tim (Kathleen). Further survived by eight grandchildren, three great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 – 11:30 AM at St....
Denis L. Grogan
Feb 2, 2025
Denis Lee Grogan, 84, of Grafton, WI, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, February 2, 2025.
Denis was born in Milwaukee, WI on October 2, 1940, the son of Arthur and Gertrude (Wollert) Grogan. He served in the National Guard in Fort Lewis Washington at the time of the Berlin Crisis in 1961.
On March 10, 1962, Denis was united...
Joan M. Menzia
Feb 2, 2025
Joan M. Menzia, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on February 2, 2025, in Mequon, WI, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 22, 1947, in Milwaukee, WI, Joan touched the lives of many with her wonderful and supportive personality.
She graduated from Rufus King High School in Milwaukee in 1965. On April 17, 1971, she...
Leon I. Oetzel
Feb 1, 2025
Leon Ivan Oetzel, 96, born October 25, 1928 to Violet and William Oetzel, passed away peacefully, Saturday, February 1, 2025 in Cedarburg, Wisconsin.
Leon is survived by his daughter, Debbie Oetzel and son, Doug Oetzel; grandchildren: Amy (Joe) Lee, Bill (Christina) Oetzel; and five great-grandchildren: Tom, Katie and David Lee; and Addison and Delaney Oetzel; his sister, Jean Hirt; and sister-in-law’s:...
David T. Pfaffenroth
Jan 30, 2025
David T. Pfaffenroth left this earth peacefully on January 30, 2025, with his beloved wife of 48 years, Diane, by his side. David was born on June 17, 1942, in Oshkosh, WI, to Melvin and Jane Pfaffenroth.
A quiet and humble man, David lived a life of service to others. At age 18, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and...
Sheelagh S. Carr
Jan 29, 2025
Sheelagh Stevens Carr died unexpectedly on January 29, 2025 at Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital in Mequon, Wisconsin. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by her sudden passing.
Sheelagh is survived and missed by her devoted husband of 56 years, Jack; her children: John (Rochelle), Mary Margaret (Scott), Mercy and Kate; grandchildren: Preston, Neelan, Niamh and Nora. She is predeceased...
Janice M. Harris
Jan 27, 2025
Janice Mae Harris (nee Sigmund), 85, went Home to be with the Lord on January 27, 2025.
She was born in Milwaukee, WI on May 22, 1939. She was a graduate of Rufus High School in Milwaukee. In 1959, she married Bruce Harris (deceased 2001).
In 1967, she and Bruce and their three children moved from Milwaukee to Grafton, WI. She resided...
Cheryl J. Steinberg
Jan 25, 2025
Cheryl J. Steinberg, a cherished homemaker, beloved wife, and devoted mother, peacefully departed this world on January 25, 2025, at Aurora Hospital in Grafton, WI. Born on March 3, 1945, in Antigo, WI, Cheryl graced the lives of everyone she encountered with her kindness, caring nature, and the warm embrace of her loving heart.
Cheryl epitomized the spirit of love and...
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