Obituaries
Rita J. Shaughnessy
Sep 14, 2024
September 14, 2024, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, Rita Joyce Shaughnessy, age 92, peacefully left Earth to join her family in Heaven.
Rita was born November 12, 1931, to Thomas “Rusty” and Ruth Shaughnessy in Galesburg, Illinois. She shared her parents with her brother, John. Rita and John lived on and off together many times and Rita became his...
Patricia A. Harris
Sep 12, 2024
Patricia Ann Harris, 61, passed away on September 12, 2024, in Lisbon, Wisconsin.
Born on May 25, 1963, in Dixon IL, Patricia, affectionately known as Patty, was a passionate friend, loving and devoted wife. She dedicated herself wholeheartedly to motherhood, nurturing her children with immense joy, warmth, and love.
Patty was a passionate friend: her generous spirit and thoughtfulness was shared unconditionally...
Joyce C. Nelson
Sep 10, 2024
Joyce C Nelson (nee Stapleton) went to join her beloved husband of 51 years of marriage, Russ, on September 10, 2024 at the age of 94.
She loved her family and friends and was a caregiver in helping others as she saw the need and through the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Her bright smile and engaging personality are a loss...
Judith E. Markus
Sep 3, 2024
Tuesday morning, September 3, 2024, we lost the earthly body of the most wonderful, loving, sassy and fun woman who we call Mother, Grandmother, Aunt and Friend, Judith “Judy” E. Markus.
Judy was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on October 28, 1938, the daughter of Edson J. and Dorothy I. (Meyer) Palmer.
Judy is joining in the light, her beloved husband and soulmate,...
James H. Block
Sep 2, 2024
James (Jim) Harold Block, age 84, of Hartland, Wisconsin went home to his heavenly Father on September 2, 2024.
Jim was born in Almena, WI on March 22, 1940, to Stanley and Florence (Thompson) Blockowitz (later shortened to Block). He graduated from Bay View High School in 1958. Jim served in the United States Air Force on Active Duty in 1963...
Viola Gutzmann
Aug 29, 2024
Viola “Vi” (nee Schumann) Gutzmann, 94, of Hartland, passed away at Crossroads Care Center of Pewaukee on Thursday, August 29, 2024.
Vi was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on March 30,1930, to the late Agnes (nee Thate) and William Schumann. She was one of four daughters who worked on the family vegetable farm.
As a young woman Vi became a live-in nanny for...
Gillian "Jill" Hollister
Aug 23, 2024
Gillian (“Jill”) Hollister was called to her heavenly home on Friday, August 23rd, 2024, at AngelsGrace Hospice in Oconomowoc. She was 87 years old.
She was born Gillian Martha Brady on August 12, 1937, in Hartford, Connecticut, to parents John F. and Gertrude Brady (nee Clifford).
She is survived and lovingly remembered by her 4 children: Mark (Mary) Hollister, Beth (Daniel) Wilkins,...
Sharon Greenebaum
Aug 23, 2024
Sharon Irene Greenebaum, 72, died peacefully at home on Friday, August 23, 2024, surrounded by members of her beloved family. She was preceded in death by her parents Clara and Raymond Kortbein; her husband, Stu; and her siblings Darrel and Brian Kortbein.
Sharon is survived by her sons Joe Spanbauer (Audrey) of Oshkosh, Louie Greenebaum (Callie Cozzolino) of Chicago, Illinois, Tyler...
Judith J. Fredman
Aug 15, 2024
Judith “Judi” Joanne Fredman passed away peacefully on August 15, 2024, at 82 years of age surrounded by her family at home overlooking the lake. She fought a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer and had her usual positive, optimistic, grateful attitude to the very end.
Judi is survived by her ever loving husband of 63 years, Tim. She was a...
Gary G. Pluff
Aug 13, 2024
Gary G. Pluff, age 59, went home to be with the Lord on August 13, 2024.
Gary will be deeply missed by his wife Sharon along with his sons Tyler (Jacqueline) and Austin (Carolyn) in addition to many other cherished family and friends.
Gary was a man that never stopped doing projects, sometimes starting more projects before finishing the first one. From...
Marilyn A. Buffone
Aug 13, 2024
Marilyn A Buffone, 93, of Hartland, Wisconsin, died Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at her home.
She graduated with a Medical Records degree from The College of St Scholastica in Duluth, Minnesota. She worked as a Medical Records Librarian for many years before moving to Illinois where she taught Elementary School. After moving back to Wisconsin, she worked as the Director of...
Michael L. Armstrong
Aug 12, 2024
Michael L. Armstrong, age 71 of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin died on August 12, 2024. Michael was born on October 7, 1952, in Wheeling, Illinois, the son of William T. and Bette (Duval) Armstrong.
Per Michael's wishes, no services will be held.
Matthew W. Bratberg
Aug 7, 2024
Matthew William Bratberg, 44 of Hartland, WI passed away August 7, 2024.
Matthew was born on March 26, 1980, the beloved son of Roger Bratberg and Sue and Kevin Winkler. Loving brother of Katie Bratberg, Hannah Winkler and Samantha Winkler. Cherished uncle of Annika Griesemer. Further loved by many other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Burt Bratberg,...
Marlee J. Carlson
Aug 3, 2024
Marlee Jean Carlson (nee Matz) of Hartland, passed away peacefully at home, after a very long battle with COPD, with loved ones by her side, on Saturday, August 3, 2024.
Marlee was born on March 26, 1948 to Howard Matz and Alice (Drews) Matz (Averson).
Marlee was a very hard worker and held down many jobs throughout her lifetime. She played piano,...
Eric S. Tangman
Aug 1, 2024
Eric danced his way into the stars on August 1, 2024, at the age of 76. He was born in 1948 in Peoria, Illinois to Donald and Hulda Mae Tangman and grew up in Elgin, Illinois.
He attended the University of Illinois, majoring in mathematics and computer science. It was at the University of Illinois that he was first introduced to...
Dallas J. Kobriger
Jul 31, 2024
Dallas J. Kobriger passed on July 31, 2024, after a long and storied life.
Dallas was born in Chilton, WI. the son of Roman and Mary Belle (McHale) Kobriger.
Growing up with 7 siblings at the young age of 17, barely into his junior year of high school his country called and he answered by serving in the U.S. Coast Guard from...
Karl B. Melnick
Jul 31, 2024
Karl Melnick, age 65, of Oconomowoc, passed away peacefully on July 31st surrounded by family after a 9 year battle with cancer.
Karl was born on October 5th, 1958 in Akron, Ohio to Paul and Judy Melnick, their youngest son. Karl graduated with a degree in Business from UW-Milwaukee, kickstarting his 40 year career as a Financial Advisor. Helping clients with...
Lois M. Wehrley
Jul 27, 2024
Lois Wehrley (nee Laird), of New Berlin, with family by her side, entered God’s kingdom on July 27, 2024, at the age of 93. Lois, the most loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother is predeceased by her husband, John, and son David (Jude) and is survived by her sons Gary (Holly) and Jim (Gray); her grandchildren: Jennifer, Michael,...
Edward J. Sadler
Jul 25, 2024
Edward J. Sadler, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 76. Born on May 16, 1948, Ed lived a life full of zest and joy, always ready to celebrate with family and friends.
Ed was a dedicated father to his five children: Jeni (John) Hauser, Craig (Rebecca) Sadler, Chad Stresemann, Kristine Sadler, and Keri (Corey)...
Nicholas Vans
Jul 19, 2024
Nicholas Vans, 90, of Mequon, Wisconsin, passed away on July 19, 2024. He was born January 18, 1934, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to James and Helen (Petros) Vans.
Nicholas is survived by his children: Deborah Archilletti of Delafield, Wisconsin, Victoria Vans - (the late Mark) Herring of Graford, Texas, and Sandra (Michael) Lehman of Pewaukee, Wisconsin; grandchildren: Alexander Archilletti, Amanda (Johnathan) Otto,...
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