Robert John Michael Schmitt, also known as Bob, of Park Place, West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA died at the age of 86 years on Saturday, 15 January 2011at Kathy Hospice of that same city. Bob was born to John Paul Schmitt and Magdelena Diederich in Madison, Dane County on 28 May 1924. After graduating from Central High School in Madison, Bob served in World War II in France with the Army Air Corps and was extremely proud to be a veteran. He was a member of the West Bend Lt. Ray Dickop American Legion Post 36, the Knights of Columbus and St. Frances Cabrini Parish. For many years, Bob worked with Nagle-Hart, Cummins Diesel and Brake and Equipment out of Milwaukee, where he and Helen raised their family from about 1951 until 1990 when they retired to West Bend.

Bob was survived by five children and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Jeanette Ward; and beloved wife of nearly 60 years, Helen Hillebrandt. A Mass of Christian burial was held on Friday, 21 January at St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church in West Bend where the Reverend Jeffrey Haines presided. Visitation was at the church. Entombment took place at Ledgeview Memorial Park in Fond du Lac, Fond du Lac County.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Schmitt's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 19 January 2011 and ther Americasn Legion The Last Bugle of February 2011]

      Roy V. Eberhardt of Cedarburg, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, USA passed away at the age of 93 years on 12 Decembe 2010. He was the beloved husband of Ellen Freedlund for 70 years. Father of four children, grandfather of seven and great-grandfather of ten. Preceded in death by his brother Earl (Myrtle) Eberhardt. Further survived by many cousins and dear friends. Special thank you to Hospice Advantage for all their loving care. Funeral Service was on Thursday, 16 December 2010, at Wisconsin Memorial Park - Family Center (132nd and Capitol, Brookfield, Waukesha County). Family received family and friends at the Family Center. Private entombment. Roy and Ellen have been members of Trinity Lutheran Church in Cedarburg for 40 years. Roy was a WW II veteran and a member of the Cedarburg Peter Wollner American Legion Post 288.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Eberhard's obituary published in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on 15 December 2010 and from the Amercian Legion The Last Bugle of February 2011]

      Ronald Douglas Gourley, also known as Ron Jovi, died at the age of 64 years on 07 January 2011. Ron was born on 24 October 1946 in Edmonton Alberta, Canada to Robert and Katherine (Jeremy) Gourley. He moved with his parents and sister, Phyllis, from Canada to the United States in 1952. He lived with his parents in Allen Park, Wayne County, Michigan. In 1979, Ron moved to Cedarburg, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, USA. He was survived by two children and six grandchildren. Ron also had a beloved cat named Killer. He served our country as an E-4 in the United States Navy. Ron was a master electrician and although retired, continued to work. He enjoyed spending time with his friends, bowling, softball, playing pool, and was an avid baseball and football fan. "Ron Jovi" always had a smile and a joke for his friends even when he was ill. May he rest in peace. Visitation was held on Wednesday, 12 January 2010, at the Mueller Funeral Home in Cedarburg. The funeral service followed the visitation with military honors. In lieu of flowers the family is asking that donations to the American Cancer Society be made in Ron’s honor.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Gourley's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 11 January 2010 and from the Amercian Legion The Last Bugle of February 2011]

      Robert J. Baier Sr. of Menomonee Falls, Waukesha County, Wisconsin, USA went home at the age of 91 years to be with his wife on 13 December 2010. Beloved husband of the late Berniece. Loving father of four children and grandfather of six. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Funeral Services were held on Thursday, 16 December at the Funeral Home. Visitation was prior to the Service. Private burial was at Sunnyside Cemetery in Menomonee Falls. Robert was a military vetering serving during WW II. He was a mamber of the Menomonee Falls Henrizi-Schneider American Legion Post 382.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Baier's obituary published in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on 15 December 2010 and from the American Legion The Last Buglel of February 2011]

      Harold F. Olmstead of Lannon,Waukesha County, Wisconsin, USA died at the age of 84 years on 22 January 2011. Has gone to be God's servant in building roads in heaven. Beloved husband of 59 years to Leatrice Koeller. Cherished father of five children. His hugs will be missed by 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his daughter Becky, grandson Ryan, and companion Gizzy. Proud uncle to many nieces and nephews. Harold was a proud member of Local Engineers 139 for 58 years and a Marine hero of WWII. The family would like to offer a special thank you to ther angels from Vitas Hospice care and the Honor Flight network. A private service was held. Harold was a member of the Menomonee Falls Henrizi-Schneider American Legion Post 382.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Olmstread's obituary published in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on 30 January 2011 and from the American Legion The Last Bugle of February 2011]

      An obituary could not be found nor an entry in the Social Security Death Index.

Jackson, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA S. Sgt Henry F. Gumm American Legion Post 486 identified John died on 29 December 2010 and that he was a United States veteran who served during WW II.

      Scott Thomas Nagorski SPC (US Army) at the age of 27 years on 14 November 2010 in Kunar Provence, Afghanistan gave his life defending our country. Beloved husband of Nadine (nee Zrinsky). Cherished father of Melodie. Beloved son of Karen and Scott Kurath. Devoted grandson of Ernie Nagorski. Fond son-in-law of Robert (Tracy) Zrinsky and Laurie (Greg) Brandon. Funeral service was held on Wednesday at the Max A. Sass & Sons Mission Hills Chapel. Interment was at Wood National Cemetery. Scott was a 2002 graduate of Franklin High School. Sponsored by the Jackson S. Sgt. Henry F. Gumm Amrican Legion Post 486.

[extracted and edited from PFC Nagorski's obituary published in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on 23 November 2010 and from the American Legion The Last Bugle of January and February 2011]

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Specialist Scott Thomas Nagorski, 27, of Greenfield, WI, was an Infantryman assigned to Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault). He joined the Army in July 2006 and arrived at Fort Campbell in November 2006.

Nagorski is survived by his wife, Nadine M. Nagorski; daughter, Melodie A. Nagorski, both of Clarksville, TN; father, Jeffrey Bignell of Friendship, Wisconsin, and mother, Karen Jasinski of Franklin, Wisconsin.

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Scott Thomas Nagorski, Greenfield, one of five Fort Campbell soldiers killed in Afghanistan

The Associated Press • November 18, 2010

FORT CAMPBELL, Ky.— The U.S. military has identified five Fort Campbell soldiers who were killed in a battle Sunday with enemy forces in Afghanistan.

The soldiers are 27-year-old Spc. Scott Thomas Nagorski of Greenfield, Wis; 25-year-old Spc. Jesse Adam Snow of Fairborn, Ohio; 26-year-old Spc. Nathan Edward Lillard of Knoxville, Tenn; 31-year-old Spc. Shane Hasan Ahmed of Chesterfield, Mich; and 19-year-old Pfc. Christian Michael Warriner of Mills River, N.C.

The Defense Department says they were killed when insurgents attacked with small-arms fire in Kunar province. They were among eight Fort Campbell soldiers killed over the weekend in Afghanistan. Three others died Saturday when a suicide bomber detonated a vest bomb in southern Afghanistan. All five soldiers killed Sunday were infantrymen assigned to the 1st Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division.
The military listed Nagorski's survivors as his wife, Nadine M. Nagorski, and daughter, Melodie A. Nagorski, both of Clarksville, Tenn; father, Jeffrey Bignell of Friendship, Wis; and mother, Karen Jasinski of Franklin, Wis. He joined the Army in July 2006 and arrived at Fort Campbell in November 2006.


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WITI-TV, FRANKLIN —

Franklin High School is remembering a student who grew up, and became a soldier. He was known as a giving man, and in Afghanistan he gave his all.

Enemy fighters opened fire on a US Army unit in Afghanistan Sunday. The small arms attack killed five, Army Specialist Scott Nagorski was among the five killed in this attack.

Nagorski's High School Counselor Keith Decker says the 2002 graduate had an interest in horticulture and cooking, but became an army infantry man in July 2006. Decker says, "I would certainly hold him up as an example to our students and say hey this is a person that you would be honored to be like him."
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Nagorksi is survived by family in Wisconsin, as well as his wife and daughter in Clarksville, TN.

Long time Franklin teacher Andrew Misorski remembers how Nagorski reached our and related to everyone. Misorski said, "Kids who were struggling and having a hard time, Scott just had a way of working with these students and settling them down, and making them feel comfortable, and Scott had a real gift for that."

From Franklin to Afghanistan, Nagorski's war time death is shocking, but not his enduring work ethic and drive. Misorski says, "There's a lot of value in what Scott represented as a young man. He made a choice to serve and protect us there's a lot of valor in that choice alone."

      Walter Mike Schwartz passed away peacefully after completing his earthly journey on 03 January 2011 surrounded by his loving family. Walter was born on 05 April 1926 in a log house on the Schwartz family farm in Rib Lake, Taylor County, Wisconsin, USA to Mike and Margaret (Frank) Schwartz. He received his primary education at Fawn Valley School in rural Rib Lake. The Schwartz family attended St. John Lutheran Church in Rib Lake, where Walter was confirmed. On 01 September 1951, he married Bette Buksa at the parsonage of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Rib Lake.

For the first few years of their marriage, they farmed with his parents on the Schwartz farm east of Rib Lake. Leaving the farm in 1953, he initially found employment at Bucyrus Erie in South Milwaukee for the summer, moving his family to Milwaukee the following fall, and was employed by Wisconsin Bridge & Iron in Milwaukee for the next 29 years. The family lived in Milwaukee for eight years, and then they purchased a home two miles east of Jackson, where they resided for the next 44 years. This home is where they raised their four children, welcomed 10 grandchildren, and the first of their great-grandchildren. His last eight years of employment was at Server Products in Richfield, retiring in 1991. In 2005, they sold their Jackson home to a grandson and became condo dwellers in West Bend.

Walter loved hunting and fishing. He especially loved hunting grouse in the Rib Lake area in the fall and deer hunting in the same area in November. He passed on his guns and his love of hunting to the next generations of his family. He was proud to have served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II, having been inducted in 1943. He served in the South Pacific and he received his honorable discharge in 1945. Walter was a paid for life member of the Jackso S/Sgt. Henry F. Gumm American Legion Post 486. In 2007, he was honored to see the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., a trip he really cherished. In the last 25 years, Walter and Bette enjoyed traveling; especially on their bus tours ... there is much beauty in our country.

Walter is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Bette, four children, ten grandchildren and 10 precious great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant son; a granddaughter, Katie Thomas; his parents in-law, George Buksa Sr. and Helen Buksa Decker; his sister, Florine Schwartz Buksa; his niece, Lynette Rau; and brothers-in-law, Richard and Michael Buksa. A funeral service was celebrated on Saturday, 08 January at the Phillip Funeral Home Chapel, 1420 West Paradise Drive, West Bend, Washington County. Visitation took place at the funeral home on Saturday, 08 January, followed by a military walk-thru.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Schwartz's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 06 January 2011 and from the American Legion The Last Bugle of February 2011]

      Leo P. Jaeger, also known as Lee, of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA passed away at the age of 88 years on Saturday, 18 December 2010 at River Way Place in West Bend surrounded by family. He was born on 27 June 1922 in West Bend, son of Harry and Clara (May) Jaeger. Leo was graduated from Holy Angels Graded School and West Bend High School in the class of 1940. He attended Marquette University where he studied engineering for two years and then attended Princeton University for one year until being drafted into the United States Army. Leo served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during World War II in the European Theater. On 04 January 1944, he was united in marriage with Margaret Held. Together they owned and operated Leo P. Jaeger Road Construction Inc. of West Bend. Upon retirement, they moved to Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, where Lee worked for the State of Arizona Department of Land Use and Development. They returned to West Bend in 2006 and Margaret passed away on 09 January 2009.

Lee enjoyed and appreciated the National Parks across the United States during many road trips, watching his grandchildren in sports, visiting his daughter Linda’s family in Germany, gardening and sports. Lee is survived by three children, 13 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife and son, Jody Michael Jaeger. A memorial service in honor of Lee will be held in spring. Interment was at at Holy Angles Cemetery. Memorials to the Alzheimer’s Association, the American Cancer Society or charity of choice are appreciated.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Jaeger's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 21 December 2010]

      Alvin T. Grundahl, M.D. of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA passed away at the age of 94 years on Saturday, 18 December 2010, at the Friendship House at Cedar Community. Alvin was born 03 June 1916 in Daleyville, Dane County to Thore and Anna (Breisath) Grundahl, Norwegian immigrants. After graduating from Mt. Horeb High School, he went to St. Olaf College, where he met the love of his life, June Engelstad, and graduated in 1938. Alvin taught sciences, band and glee club in Fertile, Worth County, Iowa for two years before attending the University of Iowa Medical School. After graduating in 1943, Alvin did a rotating internship in Denver, Denver County, Colorado, was commissioned into the Navy and was shipped to Iwo Jima in 1944. After his service in World War II, June and he moved to West Bend. Here, Alvin entered practice with Dr. R.O. Frankow, where he practiced for 42 years and raised his family. He was a member of Kiwanis and the Washington County Medical Society. Alvon was Chief of Staff at St Joseph’s Hospital twice, very active at Our Savior Lutheran Church, where he was volunteer choir director for years and also served as president of the congregation twice. He loved to golf and at one point was senior champion at the WBCC.

Alvin was survived by his three children, eight grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thore and Anna Grundahl; his wife, June Engelstad and his nine brothers and sisters, Curtis, Bertha, Kermitt, Raymond, Milda, Julian, Bennie, Evelyn and James. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, 22 December at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1044 South Silverbrook Drive, West Bend, where the Reverend Darin Wiebe, West Bend, and Alvin’s nephews Reverend Bishop Allan Grundahl of Saskatoon, Canada, and Reverend Stephen Engelstad, of Kenosha, presidied. Visitation was on Tuesday, 21 December at the Phillip Funeral Home Chapel, 1420 West Paradise Drive, West Bend, and continued at Our Savior Lutheran Church on Wednesday, 22 December. Entombment followed at Washington County Memorial Park in West Bend.

[extracted and edited from Dr. Grundahl's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 21 December 22010]

      Dr. Norman H. Meyer of Antigo, Langlade County, Wisconsin, USA died at the age of 85 years on Sunday, 19 December 2010 at Eastview Medical and Rehabilitation under the care of LeRoyer Hospice. Norrman was born 14 February 1925 in Fond du Lac, Fond du Lac County, son of Walter and Hertha (Wegener) Meyer. He married Bette Carol (Rogers) on 14 February 1963. She survives and resides in Antigo. Normasn attended Cedarburg High School and Palmer College of Chiropractic. He attained the rank of lieutenant junior grade in the United States Navy, serving in the Philippines, Guam, and Okinawa.

A doctor of chiropractic, he previously resided in Cedarburg,Ozaukee County, Phelps, Vilas County, and Crandon, Forest County. He led the state chiropractic association as president. Dr. Meyer was a 50-year member of the Lions Club, serving as president of three different local clubs. He belonged to Faith Lutheran Church in Cedarburg, and held leadership positions in the church. Survivors, in addition to his wife, Carol, include two sons, three step-sons,and eight grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ted. In accordance with his wishes, no services were held.

[extracted and edited from Dr. Meyer's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 23 December 2010]

      Myles H. Weber of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA died at ther age of 89 years on Wednesday, 22 December 2010 at Cedar Community in West Bend.
Myles was born on 24 March 1921 in Merrill, Lincoln County to Theodore and Martha (Zahn) Weber. He served his country honorably in the United States Army, European Theater, during World War II. On 28 July 1946 he was united in marriage to Phyllis Sparks in Merrill. Myles was an accountant for Druml Company in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County retiring in 1988. In 2000, they moved from Fox Point to Cedar Ridge in West Bend. Myles was a former member of Luther Memorial Church in Shorewood and was currently a member of Pilgrim Evangelical Lutheran Church in West Bend. Phyllis preceded him in death on 24 May 2008. Myles is survived by two children, three grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Phyllis; sister, Viola Sahlin and brother, Leroy Weber. A memorial service in remembrance of Myles was held on Wednesday, 29 December at Wisconsin Memorial Park - Chapel of the Flowers where the Reveremd Joseph Fisher of Pilgrim Evangelical Lutheran Church officiated. Inurnment followed.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Weber's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 24 December 2010]

      Bernard Wagner died at the age of 89 years on Thursday, 23 December 2010 at his residence. Bernard was born on 19 November 1921, the son of Harry and Anna (Dinkel). He served as private first class in United States Marine Corp in the Pacific Area from 1944-1946. Bernard married Margaret “Margie” (Kircher) on 04 January 1949. He also served as the first alderman when the Village of Barton was annexed to the city of West Bend. Bernard was instrumental in having the city provide playground equipment, including the tennis court for the Barton Park. He worked at Gehl Company for 30 years as a plant engineer. Bernard was a member of the Veterans o foreignWars and Knights of Columbus. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and also enjoyed many other pastimes.

Bernard is survived by his eight children, and 12 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and sister Dorothy Ann.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was on Tuesday, 28 December at St. Mary Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 406 Jefferson Street, West Bend where the Reverend Michael Moran presided. Mass was on Tuesday, 28 December at the church.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Wagner's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washingyon Daily News on 24 December 2010]

      James E. Mader of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA passed away at the age of 79 years on Saturday, 25 December 2010. James was born 29 June 1931, the son of Edward and Theresa "Tess" (Mouty) Mader in Shawano, Shawano County and was raised in Gresham. He attended Gresham Grade School and Gresham High School, class of 1948, and then went to St. Norbert College. After college, Jim served in the United States Marine Corps from 1951 to 1953 with the First Marine Division in Korea. He then attended the Wisconsin Institute of Mortuary Science and graduated in the class of 1955. Jim married Letitia M. (Brunner) on 09 June 1955 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Leopolis. Jim was a funeral director for Keircher Funeral Home of New London, Waupaca County, Moul Funeral Home of Mayville, Dodge County, Brett Funeral Home of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County and currently for Phillip Funeral Home. Jim loved fishing and hunting deer and turkey. He served as and instructor for the West Bend Hunter Safety Education for 35 years. Jim was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1398 and the Wisconsin Funeral Directors Association, in which he received a plaque for 50 years of service. Jim was survived by his wife, Letitia; seven children, ten grandchildren, and a great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Joan Bowe and Gail Mader; and brother-in-law, Donald Bowe. A Mass of Christian burial was on Thursday, 30 December at Holy Angel Catholic Church where the Reverend Gerald Brittain presided. Visitation was at the Phillip Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, 29 December. Closing of casket prayers was at the funeral home on Thursday, 30 December.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Mader's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 28 December 2010]

      Ralph G. Boden of the town of Addison, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA passed away at the age of 78 years on Thursday, 23 December 2010 at his residence. Ralph was born and raised in West Bend, graduated from West Bend High School and was in the United States Army from 1955 to 1957. On 01 June 1957, he married the love of his life Ruth Ann Warnecke. Ralph retired from the Gehl Company after 38 years of service and still continued his passion in life – farming. He loved camping, traveling, polka dancing, hunting with his boys and grandsons, but mostly enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ralph was a member of the Allenton Fohl-Martin American Legion Post 483.

Ralph is survived by his wife, Ruth; eight children, 16 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Daniel and Leroy; sister, Marilyn Reinders; brothersin-law, Fred Wagner, Jacob Disler, Bob Rosbeck and Alex Reinders Sr; and sister-in-law, Pat Boden. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Wednesday, 29 December at St. Matthias Catholic Church (Nabob Road and Church Drive in West Bend) where the Reverend Joseph Dominic presided. Visitation was at the Phillip Funeral Chapel in West Bend on Tuesday, 28 December. Interment followed at St. Matthias Cemetery.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Boden's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 29 December 2010, from the American Legion The Last Bugle of January 2011, and the Plillip Funeral Home of West Bend]

      Richard Rosenheimer, also known as Rosey, formerly of Slinger, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA passed away at the age of 84 years on Saturday, 30 December 2000 at Cedar Lake Home Campus, West Bend. Richard was born in Neenah, Winnebago County on 01 August 1916, son of Alexander and Helen (Mohr) Rosenheimer, and was a lifelong Slinger resident. Preceding him in death was a brother-in-law. Richard was also the great-grandson of Lehman Rosenheimer, an early Washington County pioneer. He proudly served his country during World War II and was honorably discharged with the rank of sergeant. Richard was an accomplished musician, having been a member of a local band, "Skipper Leonn and the Deck Hands." The band entertained during the 1930s into the 1960s, playing a variety of music, including the popular Big Band music, in many Midwest venues. Richard received honorable mention from the Waukesha Musician’s Association for serving 60 years as a dedicated, loyal musician. He was active in the community, working at the Washington County Fair as a security guard for more than 30 years. Richard was also loved by many generations of children as he worked as a Slinger school crossing guard. He was an umpire for the Land ‘O Lakes baseball teams and local softball and baseball teams for more than 35 years. For many years he was also caretaker of the Rosenheimer family cemetery. Funeral services were held Saturday, 06 January at the Phillip Funeral Home of West Bend. Interment took place in Rosenheimer's Cemetery of Slinger. Visitation at the funeral home was on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to the Slinger High School, as it has received the honor of attending the Inaugural Parade in Washington D.C. this month. A fund has been established for the band at the First National Bank of Slinger.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Rosenheimer's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 03 January 2001]

      George A. "Junior" Borst, also known as Junior, of Slinger, Wasington County, Wisconsin, USA died at the age of 73 years on Wednesday, 03 January 2001 at his residence. George was born 13 August 1927 in Munising, Alger County, Michigan, son of George Sr. and Rose (Lonn) Borst, and was raised in Oconto Falls. After school he served in the United States Army during World War II and later with the Merchant Marines. After his marriage to Ehrma L. Anadell on 15 May 1948, in Waukegan, Illinois, the couple lived in Milwaukee until 1968 when they moved to Slinger. George was a steam fitter for Lonn Brothers and later G&B Heating of Slinger, retiring in 1997 to care for his wife at their home. He was a 50-year member of Steam Fitters Local 601 of Milwaukee.

Survivors include four children, eight grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his beloved wife, Ehrma, on 22 September 2000, two sisters and one brother. Funeral services were held on Saturday, 06 January at Wisconsin Memorial Park Chapel of the Flowers, Brookfield, Waukesha Country. Pastors David Cooper and James Castillo officiated. Interment follow in Wisconsin Memorial Park. Visitation at the Wisconsin Memorial Park Chapel of the Flowers was on Saturday.

[extracted and edited from Mr.Borst's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 04 January 2001]

      Carroll H. Janz, a funeral service was held on Tuesday at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Allenton, Washington County for Carroll H. Janz, who died at the age of 70 years on 29 December 2000. Interment was held at the church cemetery. Mr. Janz was born 14 March 1930, graduated from Milwaukee School Of Engineering and later worked for 26 years at the Joseph P. Jansen Company. He was a veteran who served in the United States Army in Japan during the Korean War. Carroll was a member of the Fenton Finders of Wisconsin Chapter #1 and was one of the original vendors of the West Bend Farmers Market. Survivors include his wife Eleanora Nicolaus, six children, fourteen grandchildren, and one great-grandson. Carroll was preceded in death by grandson Tanner Janz, parents Jacob and Irma (Groth) Janz, brother Alvin Janz, sisters Hazel Schaefer and Lucille Gatzke.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Janz's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 04 January 2001]

      Frederick C. Jahnke, a memorial service was held on 30 December 2000 at Schramka-Densow Funeral Home, Thiensville, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, USA for Frederick C. Jahnke, of Cedarburg, who died at the age of 82 years on 01 December 2000 at Mequon Care Center. Mr. Jahnke was born on Milwaukee’s South Side. While he was a child, his family moved to Wauwatosa, where he attended grade school and graduated from Wauwatosa East High School in 1936. He attended Marquette University, and went on to graduate from Carroll College in Waukesha. During World War II, he served as a navigator on a B-17 based in Foggia, Italy, attaining the rank of lieutenant. When the war ended in Europe, he was reassigned to the Pacific, receiving his honorable discharge in 1945. Mr. Jahnke was an active member of the Wisconsin Iris Society for many years. Many Cedarburg resident visited his beautiful iris garden in full springtime bloom. Survivors include his wife Violette (Drescher) Jahnke of Cedarburg, three children, and three grandcildren.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Jahnke's obituary published in the OIzaukee-Washington Daily News on 08 January 2001]

      Clifford A. Nelson, of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA died at the age of 77 years on Sunday, 07 January 2001 at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital, Wauwatosa. Clifford was born 15 February 1923, in Lodi, Columbia County, to the late Henry and Carine (Fimreite) Nelson. He attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison for three years prior to enlisting in the United States Navy in 1943 and served aboard the battleship U.S.S. Mississippi, which was part of the U.S. fleet anchored in Tokyo Bay during the signing of the Japanese surrender in 1945. After his discharge, Clifford continued his education at UW-Madison, receiving a BA degree in accounting in 1947. Following his graduation, he started employment at The West Bend Co. and when he left there in 1975 was the vice president of a division of Dart Industries, the then parent company of The West Bend Co. Shortly after, he became affiliated with the M&I First National Bank in West Bend, and was named president, a position he held until his retirement in 1988. Cliff believed that people owe something to the communities in which they live. He gave generously to his church and other community organizations. During his lifetime of service to the West Bend community, Cliff encouraged others to contribute significantly to numerous charitable organizations. He was survived by his wife, Elizabeth "Betty" (McCargo) whom he married on 30 April 1949, in West Bend; five children and four grandchildren. Preceding him in death were a sister, Irene Cole, and a brother, Henry. Funeral services were held on Thursday, 11 Januar at the Fifth Avenue United Methodist Church, West Bend. Reverend William Dushek officiated. A private burial was held in Washington County Memorial Park, West Bend. Visitation will be in the lounge at the Fifth Avenue United Methodist Church on Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m., and also on Thursday from 10 to 10:45 a.m.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Nelson's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 09 January 2001]

      Thomas C. Herman, 77, of the town of Wayne, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA passed away unexpectedly at the age of 77 years on Sunday, 07 January 2001 at his daughter's home in rural Campbellsport. Thomas was born 12 January 1923, in Hartford, son of Clarence and Clara (Neu) Herman. On 21 November 1942, he married Mildred Gass at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in St. Lawrence. She passed away on 14 December 1997. Tom and Mildred were the owners and operators of the Kewaskum Floral Shop in Kewaskum for 45 years. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Kewaskum. He served his country in the United States Army during World War II and was the recipient of the Purple Heart award. He was survived by three sons, four daughters, 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were two sisters, Lucille Weber and Marie Thurau. Funeral services were held on Thursday, 11 January at the Miller Funeral Home in Kewaskum, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bridget Catholic Church in the town of Wayne. Father Mark Jones officiated. Cremation followed. Visitation was at the funeral home on Wednesday.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Wayne's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 09 January 2001]

      Frank Anthony Myefski of Centerville, Appanoose County, Iowa, USA, formerly of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin died at the age of 75 years on Tuesday, 02 January 2001, in Centerville. Frank was born 09 July 1925 in Stambaugh, Iron County, Michigan, son of Cazimier and Felicia (Dzarnowski) Myefski. He married Beverly Vandenburg on 16 April 1947. Beverly passed away 02 January 1987. On 26 October 1988, Frank married Judith Wiles. Frank joined the Marines at age 17 and spent two years in the Pacific area during World war II. Upon returning from the service, he completed high school and attended St. Norbert College in De Pere, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay receiving a master degree from HKU. He worked as a sales representative for National Steel, retiring in 1986. Frank lived in Wisconsin, Tennessee and North Carolina most of his life until moving to Centerville in 1998. He was survived by his wife, Judith, three daughters, three stepchildren, ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were a son, Michael; a grandson, Andrew Espen; two sisters; and four brothers. He loved his grandchildren, his pet Dolly and the Green Bay Packers. Frank was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Centerville. Funeral services were held on 06 January 2001 in Centerville.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Myefski's obituary publshed in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 10 January 2001]

      William W. Jones, also known as Bill, of Grafton, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, USA, formerly of Port Washington, died at the age of 83 years on Tuesday, 09 January 2001 at his residence. William was born 13 December 1917, in Fillmore, son of George and Celeste (Crass) Jones. On 23 February 1944, he married Mary Thein in Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia. He was survived by his wife, Mary, two children, 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were a sister Pearl; a brother, Wilson, and two grandsons. William had operated various taverns in Port Washington and Belgium, most recently the Bill-Mar Hotel in Port Washington (now the Wilson House). William was a member of Port Washington Ozaukee County Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5373 and a WWII veteran. Funeral services were held on Thursday, 11 January at the Eernisse Funeral Home in Port Washington. Father Allan Sommer officiated. Burial was at St. Mary Cemetery in Port Washington. Visitation was on Thursday at the funeral home. VFW rites were on Thursday at the funeral home.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Jones' obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 11 January 2001]

      Dale W. Norstrant of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA died at thge age of 79 years on Wednesday, 10 January 2001 at the Cedar Lake Health Care Center. Dale was born in Waupun, Fond du Lac County on 04 September 1921, son of Ray and Alma (Crossett) Norstrant. He was raised in Berlin, Green Lake County.
After graduating from high school, Dale enlisted in the United States Army and served in the European Theater during World War II. On 27 September 1946, he married Marion Wilson in Berlin where they made their home until moving to West Bend in 1956. Dale was vice president and comptroller at the West Bend Savings Bank until retiring in 1983. He was also a member of the Fifth Avenue United Methodist Church in West Bend. Dale was survived by his wife, Marion. Preceding him in death were a sister, Mary Nowak; a sister-in-law, Alice Fuller; and two nephews, Donald Nowak and Jerry Fuller. Private family services were held at the Fifth Avenue United Methodist Church. Reverend William Dushek officiated. Inurnment was in Washington County Memorial Park, West Bend.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Norstrant's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 12 January 2001]

      Elmer John Ewig, a Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday at Divine Word Catholic Church for Elmer John Ewig who died at the age of 76 years on 10 January 2001. Father George Gajdos officiated at the ceremony, with arrangements handled by Mueller Funeral Home, Cedarburg, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, USA. Burial was held at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Port Washington. Mr. Ewig was born 15 July 1924 in Port Washington, son of Elmer and Antonia (Walus) Ewig. He married Carol Sager on 3 February 1952 at St. Cyril and Methodius in Sheboygan. Elmer attended Divine Word Catholic Church in Cedarburg. Mr. Ewig served in the United States Army from 12 July 1943 to 24 Jan 1946. He was survived by his wife Carol of Grafton; four daughters and two sons and sixteen grandchildren.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Ewis's obituary in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 15 January 2001]