George Harland Ottosen Sr. of Richfield, Washington County, Wisconsin passed away at the age of 89 years on Friday, 05 February 2010. He was born 05 November 1920 in Medford, Taylor County to Torvald A. Ottosen and Mary E. Kalmon. On 12 November 1945, George married Dorothy M. Lowrey in Houston, Texas. George served as a Merchant Marine during World War II. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Dorothyand his sons George H. Jr., infant Robert J. and infant Joseph J., and daughter Linda Susan Ottosen.

[information extracted and edited from George's obituary in the The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on 11 February 2010]

      Army veteran Ronald W. Mueller of Germantown, Washington County, Wisconsin passed away at the age of 73 years on Tuesday 09 February 2010 at his home. He was born 14 September 1936 in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County to the late Alois Mueller and Marianne Hoffman. Ronald served in the United States Army and attended UW-Whitewater and Ball State University. He became a United States History Teacher and enjoyed teaching at Thomas Jefferson Middle School in Menomonee Falls for 30 years, retiring in 1995. Ronald loved spending time with family and friends; riding his Harley, going to his daughter’s hair salon every morning to fold towels and prepared the office for daily operation before he met his friends for breakfast. He enjoyed the outdoors; cutting up wood and taking long walks with his dog. He is survived by his loving partner Virginia Wells and three children. A Memorial service in remembrance of Ron was held on Sunday 14 February at the Myrhum Patten Funeral Home at 1315 West Washington Street in West Bend. Ronald was a member of the West Bend Lt. Ray Dickop American Legion Post 36.

[information extracted and edited from Mt. Mueller's obituary from Myrhum - Patten Funeral Home and from the American Legion The Last Bugle of 25 March 2010]

      Edward W. Carroll of Germantown, Washington County, Wisconsin died on 10 February 2010 at the age of 67 years. Edward was the son of Lorraine and Edward Carroll and the hjusband of Jeanne Hebbring. He was the father of three children. A Memorial Service was held on Wednesday, 17 February at the funeral home. He was a clinical assistant professor of Anatomy and Physiology at Marquette University for 25 years. Visitation was on Wednesday 17 February 2010 followed by a memorial service at the Schmidt and Barlet Funeral Home in Menomonee Falls. United States Army.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Carroll's obituary of Schmidt and Bartelt Funeral Home in Mernomonee Falls, Waukesha County]

      James O. Klippel died at the age of 81 years on Sunday, 24 January 2010. James was born 21 May 1928. He was the husband of the late Corene Meier and the father of three children. Interment was at Last Home Cemetery in Germantown, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA. Jim was a veteran of the United States Army and a long-time employee of the Stark Candy Company.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Klippel's obituary at Schmidt and Barlet Funeral Home in Menomonee Falls]

      Jerome J. Kalista died on 29 September 2009 at the age of 80 years. He was the brother of Joseph (Mary) and Edward Kalista and Mary Ann ( George) Zagel. Private services were held. He was military veteran and a member of the Germantown American Legion Post 1.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Kalista's obituary in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on 07 October 2009 and from the American Legion The Last Bugel of 18 February 2010]

      Richard A. Berry of Slinger, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA passed away at the age of 64 years on 30 December 2009. He will be remembered as a "go-to" person with the ability to always get the job done. He was the husband of 37 years to Sherrie Dobratz. Proud father of three children. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Barry Sr. and Tillie Atinsky. A memorial visitation was held on Friday, 08 January at Wisconsin Memorial Park, Chapel of the Flowers, 13235 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield. A memorial service followed. Mr. Barry was a military veteran and a member of the Allenton Fohl-Martin American Legion Post 483.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Berry's obituary published in Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 05 January 2010 and from the American Legion The Last Bugle on 18 February 2010]

      Robert D. Herian of Lake Mills, Jefferson County, Wisconsin, USA, formerly of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County passed away at the age of 85 years on Monday, 29 August 2011 at Alden Estates of Countryside. He was born on 03 July 1926 in Neillsville, Clark County, son of Henry and Sadie (Metcalfe) Herian. Robert married Jeanette V. Pike on 29 August 1971 at Reformation Lutheran Church in Milwaukee. He was employed as custodian for the Reformation Lutheran Church in Milwaukee for 29 years. Robert served in the United States Army from 1952-1954 and was a member of the Germantown American Legion Post 1. He was survived by his wife Janette of Lake Mills; daughters Robin (Al) H... of Lake Mills, Marilyn B... of Batesville, Arkansas, Tami G... of Waterloo, and Teresa B... of Minnesota, son Timothy Herian of Lake Mills, step-daughters Barbara Nehring of Pace, Flordia, Toni Campbell of Lake Charles, Arkansas, Susan Holst of Watertown, step-son Michael Hahn of New York, New York, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his son DuWayne Herian, grandson Joshua Bartels, stepson Gary Hahn, 2 sisters, and 3 brothers. Visitation and funeral services were held in the Little Chapel of the Flowers, on Friday. 02 September 2011 at Wisconsin Memorial Park in Brookfield, Waukesha County.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Herian's obituary published in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on 01 September 2011]

      Veteran Robert F. Denneau of Kewaskum, Washington County, Wisconsin passed away at the age of 73 years on Monday 04 January 2010 at his home. He was born on 08 March 1936 in Oconto, Oconto County to the late I. Leonard Denneau and Lillian Behnke. On 29 October 1960, Robert was united in marriage to LaVerne Hayes at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Oconto. He was the father of four children. Robert proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1953-1957. He was a retired employee of St. Luke Medical Center in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, a member of the Oconto Masonic Lodge in Oconto, and a member of the Kewaskum American Legion Robert G. Romaine Post 384. His body was cremated. A memorial service for Robert was held on Saturday, 09 January 2010 at New Song Church, 3131 South 100th Street in Milwaukee. Dr. R. L. Bowen officiated. Burial of his cremains was at Brookside Cemetery in Oconto.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Denneau's obituary of Miller Funeral Home/Kietzer-Miller Funeral Home in Kewaskum]

      Johnson, Ernest "Big Ern" was born to Eternal Life on 20 February 2010 at the age of 81 years. He was the husband of 59 years to Joan Teafoe. They were the parents of two children. Ernest was an avid Cubs fan, enjoyed hunting and fishing, the sanctuary of his garden, and was a Kesslers connoisseur. Ernie was also a Korean War veteran, retired from Badger Meter after 41 years, and was a founding member of the Moose Lodge 1238. Mass of Christian Burial was held Thursday, February 25, 2010 at St. Mary Catholic Church (N89 W16215 Cleveland Ave., Menomonee Falls). Interment was at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery.

[information extracted from Erenst's obituary in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on 24 February 2010]

      Allen Walter Paul, Sr. was born to Eternal Life on Wednesday, 27 January 2010, at the age of 79 years. He resided in West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin. Allen was born in Egg Harbor, Door County to Rudolph Paul Sr. and Anna Annoye. Allen was married to Rose for of 54 years. Al and Rose had just celebrated 50 years of marriage. He was the father of six children. The fairytale started for Al and Rose when they met at the Cinderella Ballroom in Appleton, Outagamie County. It is here Allen taught Rose the Tango, Rumba, Cha-Cha and many others. Wherever they danced, they were the talk of the town. He honorably served as a Corporal in the United States Army. Allen was an skilled carpenter and followed this profession for over 60 years. He taught the trade to his sons, grandsons, and many others who were honored to work alongside him. He enjoyed family, carpentry, dancing with Rose and a good steak. A Memorial Service was held Saturday, 06 February at Holy Angels Catholic Church at 138 North 8th Avenue in West Bend.

[information extracted and edited from Allen's obituary at Church and Chapel Huneral Home]

      S. William Kitazaki, "Bill" passed away suddenly on 16 January 2010, on his 77th birthday in Merton, Waukessha County, Wisconsin. He was born on 16 January 1933 in Highland Park, Illinois. Williiam was the husband of Linda Brehmer for 22 years. They were the parents of two children. Bill was graduated of Carroll College and was a United States Navy Veteran serving in the Korean War. He worked in metal finishing his entire working life and retired from the Henkel Corporation in 2006. Bill's hobbies included midget race cars, golf, and collecting antique blow torches.

[information extracted and edited from William''s obituary of Church and Chappel Funeral Home in Waukesha]

      Audrey E. Willman (nee Kaeppe), passed away at the age of 89 years on Sunday 10 January 2010. She was born in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin on 02 July 1920 and resided in Menomonee Falls, Waukesha County. She was the mother of five children. Audrey was very proud of serving her countryduring WW II in the United States Womens Army Corps. She was a very ambitious lady, volunteering her time at the Jefferson Senior Center, Jefferson County Home, and chauffeuring people around. Audrey loved playing cards and socializing so much that often her family could not stop by with a surprise visit, they had to call ahead. Visitation was on Thursday 14 January at Church And Chapel Funeral Home ar 1875 North Calhoun Road in Brookfield.

[information extracted and edited from Mrs. Willman's obituary of CHURCH AND CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME]

      Mary T. Brengosz (nee Ehr), died at the age of 87 years on 23 November 2009. Born in Milwaukee, Milwauke County, Wisconsin on Feb. 26, 1922. Mary resided in Merton, Waukesha County. She was preceded in death by her husband Raymond. Mary was the mother of six children. A Memorial Visitation was held on Tuesday 01 December 2009 at St. Joan of Arc Cathoic Church at 120 Nashotah Road in Nashotah followed by a Memorial Mass. Mary was a WWII Coast Guard veteran and a member of Okauchee American Legion Post 399.

[information extracted and edited from Mrs. Brebgosz's obitiuary]

      Robert Otto Nettekoven was born in Kaukauna, Outagamie County, Wisconsin on 24 December 1922 and passed away on 25 November 2009. He resided in West Bend, Washington County and was 86 years of age. Robert was the husband of Lorraine Penkalski and the father of three children. Visitation was held on Monday 30 November 2009 at Church and Chapel Funeral Home at 1875 North Calhoun Road in Brookfield, Waukesha County. Interment was at Sunnyside Cemetery in Lannon. Robert was a member of the WW II Glider Pilot Association.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Nettekovens obituary of Church and Chapel Funeral Home]

      Fred Hofmeister found peace on 15 Novembe 2009, at the age of 86 years. He resided in West Bend, Washington County, Wisconin. Fred was born on 04 November 1923 in Wisconsin. He was preceded in death by his wife, Irene Dedynski, of 62 years. They were the parents of two children. A Memorial Visitation was held on Thursday, 19 November, 2009 at Divine Mercy Catholic Church (800 Marquette Ave., South Milwaukee) followed by a Memorial Service. Fred was a retiree of George J. Meyers, past member of the Cudahy Electrical Board, proud veteran of WWII, and a lifetime member of P.L.A.V Post #26.

[extracted form Frederick's obituary from the Church and Chapel Funeral Home]

      Jacob Scherrer was born to Eternal Life on Monday, 22 February 2010, at the age of 82 years. For 56 years, Jacob was the husband of Mary Jane Leland. He was the father of five children. Jacob was born to John Scherrer and Anna Fellerr on 02 Feb 1925. He was a proud United States Marine. Jacob served during World War II and the Korean War and witnessed the Japanese surrender in North Korea. Between World War II and the Korean War, Jacob was on many foreign expeditionary assignments and ship float duties which allowed him to visit 39 coastal countries and islands by ship and plane. Oceans and seas traveled were the central Pacific, Japanese waters, Chinese waters, Philippine sea and the Caribbean waters. He also traveled the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean waters, visiting many countries. Jack went through the Panama Canal and walked on the Great Wall of China; two of the man made wonders of the world. He also walked on the Marco Polo Bridge. Jacob was a amateur boxer. He started boxing at the Milwaukee Eagles Club and continued in the Marines with a record of 31 fights, 29 wins, 11 knock outs , and 2 loses by decision. Jack was a member of the Marine Corps League Rifle Team and honored many veterans at their military funerals. Jacob and Mary were longtime members of St. Margaret Mary Parish. Visitation was held on Saturday, 27 February at St. Boniface Catholic Church, W204 N11924 Goldendale Road, Germantown. Jacob was laid to rest with full Military Honors on Monday, 01 March at Southern Wisconsin Memorial Veterans Cemetery.

[information extracted and edited from Jacob's obituary at CHURCH AND CHAPEL Funeral homes]