Obituaries
Sarah T. Buerger
Jul 21, 2025
Sarah (Sadie) Buerger, age 84 of Delafield, entered Eternal Life on July 21, 2025, at Shorehaven Retirement Community, where she had been residing.
Born April 9, 1941, to Sarah and Michael Prenty in Curry Kirwan, Mayo Abbey, Claremorris, County Mayo, Ireland, Sadie entered the world into a full house, being the youngest of 7 children on an active farm and homestead...
Ronald Lee Matek, Sr.
Jul 21, 2025
Ronald Lee Matek, Sr., age 78, of Ixonia, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025 surrounded by his family at AngelsGrace Hospice in Oconomowoc.
Ron was born on January 8, 1947 to Paul and Lydia. He grew up on a farm in Wales. Ron worked many different jobs, from working in a mill to delivery driver with Speedy delivery, cleaning jobs,...
Mildred I. Bierman
Jul 17, 2025
Millie Bierman passed away peacefully at home on July 17, 2025, with her husband Jim at her side.
Millie was born on June 16, 1939, in Theresa, WI. She had a happy childhood growing up on the Gundrum Century Stead in Allenton, with her fun and loving siblings, Herb, Rita, and Teresa, her parents, Cornelius and Margaret, and her Aunt Helen....
Fred E. Freiburger
Jul 15, 2025
Fred E. Freiburger, age 94, passed away peacefully at Angels Grace Hospice on July 15, 2025.
Fred is survived by his children, David (Shelly) and Don (Dawn); his grandchildren, Michael, William, Rebecca, Thomas (Heather), and Kerry; and his great-grandchildren, Jeffrey and Jocelyn. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marion; his daughter, Barbara; his grandson, Steven; his parents, George and...
Elisabeth "Betty" Baxter
Jul 14, 2025
Elisabeth Mabel “Betty” Boatright Baxter died on July 14, 2025, just six days short of her 101st birthday.
Betty was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, to Harvey Ezra Boatright and Helen Lucy Hubbard Boatright. She was the seventh of eight children born to Helen and Harvey. Betty’s family divided its time between Colorado Springs and Guanajuato, Mexico, as her father worked...
Beverly A. Zajichek
Jul 12, 2025
Beverly Ann Zajichek, 88, of Pewaukee, WI passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 12, 2025 surrounded by her family at AngelsGrace Hospice, Oconomowoc, WI.
She was born August 16, 1936 in Milwaukee, WI, the daughter of Christ and Dorothy (Donley) Stoecker. She graduated from Menomonee Falls High School in 1954. She was married to Charles “Chuck” George Zajichek in June 26, 1958....
Jean A. Audley
Jul 11, 2025
Jean Audrey Audley, Merton, WI, passed into peace at the age of 95 at home on July 11, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family. Jean was born in Merton on July 19, 1929, and lived her entire life in the village.
Jean is survived by her husband of 77 years, LaVerne “Ernie”, sons George (Martha), John (Wendy), Michael (Ann), and Jeffrey...
Evelyn Adams
Jul 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Evelyn “Tootie” Adams, with her family beside her, she left us peacefully on July 7, 2025 at the age of 87.
Evelyn was a long-time resident of Hartland, WI. She was the cornerstone of our family and community. Evelyn’s warmth, generosity, and her quiet strength touched the lives of...
Frances Gepner
Jul 1, 2025
“Weeping may remain for a night; but rejoicing comes in the morning.” ~ Ps. 30:5
Frances “Fran” Gepner was born at home in City Point, Jackson County, Wisconsin to John B. and Salomea (Zajac) Borek. She was baptized into Christ, and later confirmed into the Lutheran faith at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Wisconsin Rapids on December 7, 1952. Frances attended Spaulding...
Susan J. Schultz
Jun 30, 2025
Susan Schultz (nee Ridley), age 63, received her wings to eternal life on June 30, 2025.
Susan is survived by her loving significant other, Dan Wildish, and loving friends, Tammy Wildish and Tom Nack.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Dwight and Shirley (née Wallschlager) Ridley; and Myron Schultz.
Susan was a machine operator at Lake Country Manufacturing in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin,...
Kenneth Hintz
Jun 27, 2025
Born and raised in Milwaukee, Ken was the beloved son of Arthur and Erna Hintz and brother to Phyllis.
He proudly served his country in the United States Navy aboard the USS Bon Homme Richard during the Vietnam War.
Ken was married to the love of his life, Sarah Hintz, for 58 wonderful years. Together, they raised two children, Richard and Marcie,...
Peter K. Purvis Sr.
Jun 23, 2025
Peter Kent Purvis, Sr., age 87, longtime resident of Hartland, WI, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 23, 2025, with family by his side.
He is survived by his loving children, Peter Jr. (Jill), Jeff (Lynda); sister Penny (Potter) Stiers; cherished grandchildren Peter III, Allie, Hannah; great-grandchildren Myles and Charlotte.
He was born in Aurora, NE, on July 15, 1937, to Eleanor...
Mary W. Rickmeier
Jun 22, 2025
Mary Woehr Rickmeier passed away on June 22, 2025, at AngelsGrace Hospice at age 83. Mary was born in Milwaukee, WI, to Harold and Anita Woehr. She lived in Hartland, WI, and was also a Florida resident, where she enjoyed spending winters in Delray Beach.
She is survived by children Liesl (David) Ackley, John W., and Robin, and grandchildren Suzanne and...
Ella Mae Clausen
Jun 20, 2025
Ella Mae Clausen passed away on June 20, 2025, at the age of 107. She was born on May 9, 1918 to Frank and Elsie (Teuteberg) Lund in the Town of Merton. Married to (the late) William Clausen in March 1949.
Ella Mae had numerous hobbies and interests over the years. She learned to play the acoustic and steel guitar early...
Thomas E. Eisenbraun
Jun 20, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Thomas E. Eisenbraun, age 79, of Delafield WI, on June 20, 2025. Tom was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and great-grandfather, loyal friend, and a man with an enormous capacity to love.
Born on July 9, 1945 in Mennow, South Dakota, to Ted and Clara Eisenbraun. Tom grew up in Cudahy,...
David C. Luko
Jun 20, 2025
David C. Luko, age 66, formerly of Hartland, WI, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on June 20, 2025.
He is survived by his children: Mallory (Carson Cantwell), Charlie (Kelsey Stevens), and Abigail (Cody Johnson); his beloved granddaughters: Camryn, Vivianne, and Chandler; and his sisters: Vicki (Del Buchholz) and Gayle (Jim Brezonick). He is also lovingly remembered by his former wife and the...
Judith A. Bystrzycki
Jun 13, 2025
Judith “Judy” A. Bystrzycki passed away peacefully at her home on June 13, 2025.
Judy is survived by her husband, Wayne; daughters, Amy, Tami, Sarah and Heidi; her grandchildren, Kaitlin, Brandon and Graysen; a great-grandson, Denim; and her sister, Mary.
A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at Evert-Luko Funeral Home, 170 Warren...
James H. McGrath
Jun 10, 2025
James “Jim” McGrath, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. He was born on March 2, 1944 to James and Margaret (Griesmer) McGrath in Hartford.
Jim is survived by his beloved wife, Shirley; the girls, Cathy, Chris, Pam and Lori; 5 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; his sister, Shirley (Bob) Silberhorn; his brothers, Thomas McGrath, John (Sue) McGrath, Robert (Stacy) McGrath...
Debra Ann Perdew
Jun 8, 2025
Debra Perdew, affectionately known as Grandma Blue House by her five adoring grandchildren, passed away peacefully with her beloved family by her side.
She earned the sweet nickname “Grandma Blue House” thanks to her beautifully kept home near historic downtown Waukesha — the heart of countless cherished family gatherings. Debbie took great pride in her home, tending to it with the...
Nancy M. Kamine
Jun 6, 2025
Nancy Margaret Glaser fell asleep in death on the afternoon of June 6, 2025, at the age of 88.She was born on a farm in Hales Corners, Wisconsin, on February 15, 1937.
She was the second of three children born to Ewald and Margaret Glaser.
She married Norman Kamine on August 1st 1959, and they started their life together in West Allis....
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