A Mass of Christian burial was held today at St. Francis Borgia Church-South in Cedarburg, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, USA, for Harold Joseph Keefe, who passed away peacefully at the age of 88 years on Monday, 23 January 2006. The Mass was celebrated by the Reverend Tom Manahan, S.J. Visitation was held yesterday. Harold was born on 25 July 1917 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York. He attended the University of Buffalo, where he was president of Alpha Kappa Psi fraternity. He served for five years in the United States Army during World War II, and saw combat in North Africa and Italy. Harold was a longtime resident of Cedarburg and most recently of Alexian Village in Milwaukee. His career in the insurance industry spanned over 40 years, including 25 years with Continental Insurance Company, followed by associations with the Ryan-Schmidt Agency in Milwaukee and Koehler Insurance Agency in Cedarburg. Harold was an avid golfer who won a number of championships throughout his career, including the club champion of the Niagara Falls Country Club in New York. Harold was a founding member of the Wisconsin Mariners’ Club. He also belonged to the Blue Goose International, Knights of Columbus, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the American Legion. He had worked many volunteer positions and was actively involved with the Buffalo Skating Club and Ozaukee County Hockey Association. He served as president of the Wisconsin Insurance Association and St. Francis Borgia Home and School Association. Harold is survived by his wife of 53 years, Kathleen McCarthy Keefe, and five children and 10 grandchildren.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Keefe's obituary published in the Ozakee-Washington Daily News on 26 Janaury 2006]

      A memorial service was held at the North Shore Congregational Church, 7330 North Santa Monica Boulevard in Fox Point, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, USA, on Saturday, 28 January 2006 for Donald Merville Gerlinger P.E. of Fox Point (former longtime resident of Mequon, Ozaukee County), who passed away peacefully at the age of 82 years on Monday, 23 January 2006. Donald’s family received friends at the church on Saturday prior to the memorial service. Don attended Wauwatosa High School, St. John Northwestern Military Academy in Delafield and the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Campus, Madison, Dane County with a bachelor of science degree in metallurgical engineering.
Don served his country in the United States Army during World War II. He also served as a captain in the United States Army Reserves, where he worked in the area of ordnance research and development. He was the retired owner and operator of the company Gerlinger Inc. of Glendale, Milwaukee County. Don was a member of and actively involved in Alpha Delta Phi Fraternity, Registered Wisconsin Professional Engineer, American Foundryman’s Society, Milwaukee Civil War Round Table, Wisconsin Region Antique Automobile Club of America, Board of Managers - Wisconsin Region Classic Car Club of America, National Corvette Owner’s Club, the Packard Club, SC@MPS Club, RSVP and Channel 10/36 Friends where he had been honored as volunteer of the year. Don served on the United States Civil War Centennial Commission, was chairman of the Wisconsin Civil War Centennial Commission and a member of the Wisconsin Lincoln Sesqui-Centennial Commission. He was survived by two daughters, four grandchildren and a sister Georgia Lee Buchta. Donald was the beloved husband of the late Sally Levis Gerlinger and the late Delores Hayes Gerlinger.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Gerlinger's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Wasington Daily News on 26 January 2006]

      Harold A. Beine of Slinger, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, passed away at the age of 73 years on Saturday, 28 January 2006. Harold was born on 17 September 1932. He was a member of Operating Engineers Local 139, and recently received his 45-year pin. Harold was also a retired Slinger fireman and a member of Slinger Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 19. [Slinger VFW is Post 3358; American Legion Post 19 is in Hartford] He was survived by his wife, Kay, two children, three granddaughters; brothers, Robert (Joan), Norm (Linda), and sisters, Jean Zingsheim, Judy (Doug) Hansen, Jayne Szivulka and Karen (Don) Griffin. Preceding him in death were his parents, Herb and Olive Beine; brothers, James (Barb) and Tom, and a sister, Joan Retzlaff. A Memorial Mass was celebrated on Wednesday, 01 February 2006 at St. Peter Catholic Church in Slinger, with a gathering until the time of Mass.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Beine's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 30 January, 2006]

      Eugene Gertsch, also known as Gene, of the town of Cedarburg, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, USA, passed away at the age of 87 years on Friday, 27 January 2006 at Columbia St. Mary Hospice in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Services for Eugene was privately held. Gene was born in Wauwatosa on 06 November 1918, son of John and Hannah (Tollefson) Gertsch. He served with the United States Army as a staff sergeant during World War II. On 14 June 1958. He married Karen Van Altena at Fox Point Evangelical Lutheran Church. Gene was vice president of First Wisconsin Bank and retired in 1981. He was a very active member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Cedarburg and also a member of the Grafton Rose-Harms American Legion Post 355. Gene enjoyed fishing, golfing, bowling, reading and spending time with his family and his pets. He was survived by his wife Karen, three sons, and two grandsons. Gene was preceded in death by his brother John Gertsch.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Gertsch's obitary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 31 January 2006]

      Roy K. Scholtka, also known as Bud, died peacefully at home at the age of 89 years on 19 May 2011, from complications of Alzheimer's and with his family at his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Anna, and sisters, Violet Benz and June Gaurke. Beloved husband of 67 years to Ruby (nee Umhoefer). Dear father to four children, 14 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and two 2nd great-grandchildren. He was also survived by his sister Doris (Clarence) Slais, sister-in-law Donna Meyer, and brother-in-law Curt (Julie) Umhoefer. Roy was born on 19 March 1922 in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, USA, graduated at the age of sixteen, went on to play in a band which led him to meet the love of his life Ruby in 1942. He was a WW II veteran who proudly served his country. A kind and gentle soul and an Entrepreneur who mentored many. His kindness was without measure, and sense of humor was above all others. He will be greatly missed by all he knew, and never forgotten, always in our hearts. a Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday, 24 May at St. Boniface Catholic Church, W204 N11940 Goldendale Road, Germantown, Washington County. Visitation was on Tuesday at the Church until time of Mass. Private burial was in St. Boniface parish cenetery.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Scholtka's obituary published in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on 22 May 2011]

      Donald J. Watson, also known as Coach, of Jackson Washington County, Wisconsin, USA. Donald was born to Eternal Life a the age of 80 years on Wednesday, 18 May 2011. He was the beloved husband and best friend for 56 years to Barbara Sokol. Donald was the father of three children, three grandchildren, and one great-grandchild; brother-in-law of Audrey Cavanaugh, and his "Pals", Maggie and Cocoa. Don was a retiree of the Milwaukee Police Department after 35 years of service, most proudly working with troubled youth in the Milwaukee area and was a member of the Milwaukee Police Association. He was a United States Army veteran serving during the Korean War. After service, he joined the Milwaukee Police Department. He was a member of Milwaukee American Legion Post 415 and Jackson Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7240. He was a member of Day Lite Lodge No. 358 F&AM, La Fayette Lodge No 265 F&AM, was a 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus with Father Casper Rehrl Council No. 1964 in West Bend and a longtime member of the Old Time Ballplayers Association. Don was an avid golfer, a great coach, mentor and the person who was always willing to lend a hand. Visitation was at the Funeral Home on Monday, 23 May 2011. Masonic Services under the auspices of La Fayette Lodge 265 F&AM. Visitation was on Tuesday,24 May 2011 at St. Francis Cabrini Church, 1025 South 7th Avenue, West Bend. Mass of Christian Burial with Military Honors followed. Private entombment was at Wisconsin Memorial Park. PRASSER-KLECZKA BAY VIEW CHAPEL 3275 S. Howell Avenue.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Watson's obituary published in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 22, 2011]

      Robert D. Fiebig, also known as Bob, of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, passed away at the age of 78 years on Wednesday 04 May 2011 at the Samaritan Health Care Center. Bob was born on 04 April 1933 in Tomah, Monroe County, son of Edward and Marie (Easelmann) Fiebig. He was raised in the Tomah area and graduated from Tomah High School. After his schooling, he raked and worked for Habelmann Brothers Cranberry Farm. Then he entered the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. Upon his return, he worked for J.I. Case Company in Racine before coming to West Bend where he worked at the Gehl Company. Robert married Margaret Reschke on 18 April 1959. He retired from the Gehl Company in 1992. Bob loved walking the streams trout fishing, deer and upland game hunting, camping, playing card games, woodworking, building and fixing all types of power equipment. He was a member of the Hexelbank Club at the Gehl Company and a lifetime member of NRA. Bob was survived by four children, 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Lucille Fiebig of LaCrosse and Marcie (Werner) Deigmann of Onalaska; brothers-in-law, Norbert Vieregge of Norwalk, James (Peg) Reschke of Racine and Mike (Gayle) Reschke of Racine; sisters in-law, Nancy Fiebig of Racine, Renee (Mike) George of Racine, Kathie Emmerling of Racine and Mary (Erv) Koehler of Virginia. Bob was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Marnie on 28 May 2001; sister, Rose Vieregge; brother, Clarence; and brother-in-law, Leonard Reschke. A Mass of Christian burial was held on Tuesday, 10 May at St. Mary Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 406 Jefferson Street, West Bend, where the Reverend Mike Moran presided. Visitation was at the church on Tuesday prior to the service.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Fiebig's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 06 May 2011]

      Wesley G. Taylor, also known as Wes, of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, passed away at the age of 82 years on Saturday, 07 May 2011 at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born on 29 July 1928 in West Bend, son of Glenway and Helen (Johnson) Taylor Sr. Following his graduation from West Bend High School, Wes served his country honorably during the Korean War in the United States Air Force. He was united in marriage to Ann Guerndt on 02 March 1957 at Peace Lutheran Church in Hartford. Wes and his brother Glen began selling Air-Way vacuum cleaners door-to-door in the late 1950s before opening the West Bend Vacuum Center. Over the years, the business grew to serve locations in Hartford and Mequon in addition to West Bend. Today the business is still owned and operated by his sons Lee and Jim Taylor. Wes loved playing softball and enjoyed actively playing until last year. He was an avid horseshoe player, winning various championships, including one last year. Wes enjoyed hunting deer and antelope, playing dart ball, bowling, golfing and dealing black jack for corporate events. He was survived by his wife, Ann Taylor of West Bend, five children, five grandchildren, and three sisters-in-law, June Taylor, Myrtle Taylor and Alice Taylor. Wes was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Gail Ann Taylor; grandson, Philip Wagner; daughter-in-law, Barb Traxel-Taylor; sister, Virginia (Wilbur) Englebert; four brothers, Clifford (Doris) Taylor, Everette Taylor, Allen Taylor and Glenway Taylor Jr. Funeral services were held on Thursday, 12 May at Trinity Lutheran Church, 140 North 7th Avenue, West Bend where the Reverend David Schoob officiated. Visitation was on Thursday at the church. Burial followed on Friday in Washington County Memorial Park.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Taylor's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 10 May 2011 and from the American Legion The Last Bugle of June 2011]

      Joseph Frederick Huber of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, died at the age of 87 years on 07 May 2011 at Hospice Care of Madison having lived a life dedicated to family, God and country. There are many who have been touched by his desire and commitment to see West Bend and his fellow man thrive. Joseph was born in 1924, son of Joseph J. and Kathryn (Schoofs) Huber in West Bend. He attended Holy Angels Grade and West Bend High School, graduating from St. John Military Academy. Interrupting his college career at St. Norbert’s College, he enlisted during World War II, attending Queens College in Flushing, New York, before serving in the anti-tank Company of the 69th Infantry Division, the Division that met the Russians at Torgau, Germany. He received the Combat Infantry Badge, Bronze Star and other service medals. In 1947, Joe married the love of his life, Winifred Kuhm, daughter of Dr. Herbert W. and Frieda Kuhm. Dr. Kuhm was an honorary curator, primary conservator and namesake of the Kuhm's General Store exhibit in the Milwaukee Public Museum. Joseph spent all of his working life in the graphic arts. He was an executive officer of the Washington County Publishing/West Bend News organization, leading the News Print Shop. Joe was a grandson of Joseph F. Huber, who in 1894 was a founding member of the Washington County Publishing Company, the producer of the West Bend News. Joe’s father and later his mother, served as publishers of the newspaper. With the sale of the West Bend News, Joe continued work in the graphic arts industry at Milwaukee Cuneo Press and with his own company, Huber Graphics.

Joe’s service to the West Bend community included a wide range of organizations. He was active in West Bend Noon Rotary since 1947 where he was a past president and treasurer, the West Bend Memorial Day Committee since 1946, the West Bend Lt. Ray Dickop American Legion Post 36 where he was a first vice-commander and finance officer, the West Bend Fred A. Schaefer Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1393, the Washington County Historical Society where he is a past president, and the American Red Cross where he was a chairman, fund drive coordinator and a member of the board of directors. Joseph was also very active in scouting and was a founding member of Scout Troop 81 where he was the chairman and merit badge counselor, the 69th Infantry Division Association where he was national secretary and a member of the National Board of Directors, St. Frances Cabrini Parish, the Father Casper Rehrl Council 1964 Knights of Columbus where he was a fourth degree Knight and many other service and benevolent organizations. Joe received the 2009 Burt Grover Award from the Wisconsin Association of School District Administrators for his 24 years leading and serving in the West Bend Rotary’s Partners in Reading program, helping primary students improve their reading skills. This was a project which Joe enjoyed greatly, and which had a significant impact on the lives of others. He received the 2004 Apple award for Outstanding Volunteer Service from the West Bend Education Association for his service in Rotary’s Partners in Reading Program. In 1989 and again, in 2010, Joe received the Honorary Paul Harris Fellowship Award from the West Bend Rotary for his leadership and service. He has been named the recipient of the 2011 Washington County Red Cross Commitment to the Community Real Hero Award.

Joseph was survived by four children, eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and inlaws Jordyce (Lawrence) Hyink and Lucille Kuhm. He was preceded in death by his wife, Winifred in 2001; a sister, Barbara in infancy; and his brother, Mark. Funeral services were held Friday, 13 May at the Schmidt Funeral Home in West Bend with a Mass of Christian burial at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church where the Reverend Jeffrey Haines presided. Entombment followed in Washington County Memorial Park. Visitation was on Thursday, 12 May at the funeral home and also Friday morning.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Huber's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 10 May 2011 and from the American Legion The Last Bugle of June 2011]

      Arthur John Donald, known as John, of Fredonia, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, USA, passed away at the age of 89 years on Saturday morning, 14 May ,
2011 at Gables on the Pond in Random Lake. John was born on 25 July 1921, in Wetonka, McPherson County, South Dakota, son of Ira Donald
and Eulalie Eubank. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy in World War II, where he was stationed in the South Pacific. After the war, he purchased jewelry stores in Tampa and St. Petersburg, Floridaa. He was an accomplished watch maker, hand engraver, jewelry designer and
gemologist. On 05 September 1952, he was united in marriage with Barbara Weeks in Tampa, Florida. John enjoyed woodworking with walnut, good conversation and a good joke. He was survived by his wife, Barbara, and their two children, three grandchildren, and two great grandchildren; brothers Charles (Beverly) Donald of Milwaukee and Robert (Ruby) Donald of Cayuga, Indiana; and sister Olive Bailey of Danville, Illinois. John was preceded in death by his daughter-in-law, Catherine Donald, and two brothers, Richard and Carroll Donald. Funeral services were held on Friday, 20 May at Crossroads Presbyterian Church, 6031 West Chapel Hill Road in Mequon. Inurnment was at Crossroads Memory Garden with full military
honors. The family received visitors at the church on Friday.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Donald's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 17 May 2011]

      Richard M. Selsing, also known as Dick, of Hartford, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, passed away at the age of 81 years at the Hartford Care Center on Thursday, 19 May 2011 . He was born on 04 December 1929 in Wautoma, Waushara County, son of Marvin and Clara (Simonson) Selsing. Richard was united in marriage to Joann Meyer on 14 November 1953 at St. Kilian Catholic Church. Richard served his country in the United States Navy for four years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, playing cribbage and sheepshead, and watching the Packers and Brewers. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Joann, and two children; his sisters-in-law Virginia Selsing of Hartford, Julia Selsing of Berlin and Ann Selsing of Florida. Dick was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings Charles, LeRoy (Jean), Merna (LeRoy) Lynch, Clifford, Duane, and Grace (Dave ) Scharf. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, 24 May 2011 at the Shimon Funeral Home in Hartford where the Reverend David LaPlante officiated. Visitation was on Tuesday at the funeral home. Interment followed on Wednesday at St. Kilian Catholic Cemetery.

[extracted and editd from Mr. Selsing's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 21 May 2011]

      William R. Leusink, also known as Bill, of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, went to be with the Lord at the age of 66 years on Thursday, 26 January 2006. William was a veteran of the United States Navy, a civil engineer and co-founder of William/Reid Ltd. of Germantown from which he retired in 2001. He loved to travel, spend time with family and friends at their lake cottage and enjoyed southern gospel music. William was the beloved husband of Penelope, and loving father of Timothy and Chad. He was further survived by his mother, Angelina Torrenga; sisters, Joyce Olle, Arlene Gunnick (Norman), Darlene Vegter (Ron) and Geraldine Collins (Doug); and a brother, Bert (Cheryl). A memorial services was held at Trinity Community Church, 9450 North 60th Street, Brown Deer on Saturday, 04 February 2006

]extracted and edited from Mr. Leusink's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 01 February 2006]

      Gary E. Carpenter, also know as Carp,of Fairfield Bay, Van Buren County, Arkansas, USA, formerly of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, passed away at the age of 57 years on Friday, 27 January 2006. Gary was born on 26 February, 1948 in Hartford. He was the son of James and Aurla Carpenter. On 26 April 1969, Gary married his friend and high school sweetheart, GeorgiAnna Dobraff in Hartford. He was survived his wife, GeorgiAnna; a son, Tyler J. Carpenter (Carole) of Thomaston, Ga; and a daughter, Monica L. Gorgas (Brian) of San Marcos, Calif. He is further survived by a brother, Billie L. Carpenter of West Bend. Gary was a Vietnam veteran who served as a hospital corpsman/second class in the United States Navy. He received the Bronze Star Medal, the Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon, the National Defense Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal and the Vietnam Campaign Medal for his services. Gary was employed at the Washington County Sheriff’s Department in West Bend for 23 years. He loved his job and achieved the rank of detective before retiring in 1998. Subsequently, he joined American Family Insurance as a fire investigator. Gary enjoyed fishing, golfing, riding his Harley and was a member of the Woodcarvers of Fairfield Bay. A gathering of family and friends was held on Saturday, 04 February 2006, followed by a Memorial Service at the Phillip Funeral Home Chapel, 1420 West Paradise Drive, West Bend.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Carpenter's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 01 February 2006]

      "I have come through cancer a stronger person, with a true joy in each moment of life. But more importantly, a true believer of God’s power and goodness with the promise of eternal life."

Daniel J. Rozek of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, entered into eternal peace at the age of 57 years on Monday, 30 January 2006 at SynergyHealth St. Joseph Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Daniel was born on 31 October 1948, son of Theodore A. and Dolores (Cary) Rozek in West Allis, Milwaukee County where he was also raised. He graduated from West Milwaukee High School in 1967, and after high school, worked for A.O. Smith. On 24 May 1969, Daniel devoted his life and his love to his best friend and companion, Shirley K. Fettig. Later in 1969, he entered the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was, as his family stated, "our hero, a model of strong faith, kindness, patience, understanding, and COURAGE." After honorably serving with the United States Army, he became a member for 32 years of the Steamfitters Union Local #601 and worked at J.M. Brennan Inc. Among Daniel’s favorite pastimes, he most enjoyed the quality time spent with his family, whom he loved and adored. He and Shirley raised their children in West Bend. Daniel was especially proud of his two sons for their decisions in life and the career choices they made. They were his heroes and together, made a good team. He was also incredibly proud of his two special daughters-in-law. Daniel loved golfing with his sons and his brother, camping and traveling to warm places during the month of January, and he was a big fan of both NASCAR and Indy racing. He was a member of the West Bend Lt. Ray Dickop American Legion Post 36, the Vietnam Veterans of America 331 and the Loyal Order of the Moose 1398. Daniel will forever be remembered and loved by his soulmate and best friend, Shirley; his cherished sons, Dan (Jennifer) Rozek Jr. and Stephen (Anna) Rozek, both of West Bend; and his two grandchildren, Lindsey and Tanner, the sunshine of his life. He will also be deeply missed by his siblings, Kitty (Fred) Krasovich of Milwaukee, Tim (Jessica) Gintner of West Bend and Peggy (Gary) Chepeck of Forestville; his mother-in-law, Pauline Fettig; his siblings-in-law, Bernetta Alliet of West Bend, George (Kitty) Fettig of Arizona, Dave (Ruth) Fettig of Iron Ridge, Randy (Kathy) Fettig of West Bend and Jerome Fettig of West Bend; other special relatives and many dear friends. Daniel was preceded in death by his parents, Ted Rozek and Dolores "Granny" Gintner; his stepparents, Betty Rozek and Leo "Gramps" Gintner; and his father-in-law, George Fettig Sr. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, 04 February at Jesus Our Shepherd Church in Nenno. Interment took place in Washington County Memorial Park, West Bend, following the Mass of Christian Burial. Visitation with family and friends was held on Friday at the Phillip Funeral Home Chapel, 1420 W. Paradise Drive, West Bend, with a prayer vigil at 7 p.m.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Rozek's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 02 February 2006]

      Robert A. Mueller of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, died at the age of 85 years on Thursday, 02 February 2006 at Cedar Community Hospice. Robert was born on 19 July 1920 in Mequon, Ozaukee County, son of Otto J. and Ella (Hadler) Mueller. As a child he moved with his family to Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. After graduating from high school, Robert enlisted in the United States Navy, serving during World War II as a 1st Class machinist mate. Following his discharge, he returned to Milwaukee. On 18 September 1948, he was united in marriage to Agnes F. Graczyk. They then owned and operated Bob’s Tavern on 35th Street and Silver Spring Avenue, retiring in the mid-1970s. In addition to spending his summers with family in Minnesota, Robert enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling and golfing. He was a member of the Mequon Howard J. Schroeder American Legion Post 457 , the Milwaukee Veterans of Foreign Wars Gross-Yaksh Post 6498, and he was an active lifetime member and past president of the North Milwaukee Lions Club.
Robert was survived by his wife, Agnes, four children, 17 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Ardell Mueller of Milwaukee; and a sister-in-law, Alice Graczyk of Waukesha. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Monday, 06 February at St. Mary Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, West Bend where Father Michael Moran presided. Burial followed in Holy Cross Cemetery, Milwaukee. Visitation was at the Schmidt Funeral Home, West Bend, on Sunday.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Mueller's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 03 February 2006]

      William Martin Berry, also known as Bill, of Mequon, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, USA, found peace at the age of 90 years on Wednesday, 18 May 2011. He was the dearly beloved husband of Julia Vai; loving father of Peter D., the late William E. and the late Mary P. Sonntag; fond grandfather of William, Brent and Angela Berry. Bill was preceded in death by his dear brother, Edward H. Berry. He was born in Chicago to William John Berry and Mary (Martin) Berry. In his early business career in California, he worked at Hughes Aircraft, TRW and Peat, Marwick, Mitchell and later was treasurer and vice president of Litton Industries, Beverly Hills, 1961-74. During the Litton years he was president of Royal Typewriter Co., Hartford, Connecticut, and thanks to his fluency in French and German was given responsibility by Litton for several overseas businesses. He served on the boards of Adler Werke, Frankfurt, Germany, Triumph Werke, Nuremberg, Germany, Silver Seiko, Tokyo and Imperial Typewriter Company, Leicester, England. Bill moved to Milwaukee in 1974 as president of NN Corporation and later was named CEO and chairman. In Milwaukee, he served on the boards of the Marine Corp., Astronautics Corp. of America, American Medical Buildings, Columbia-St. Mary’s Hospital, the UWM Foundation, Milwaukee Boys and Girls Clubs, the Milwaukee Symphony, Neighborhood House and others. Bill served in the United States Army from 1941 to 1946 in the European and Pacific theaters of operation. As a 1st lieutenant platoon leader in the Corps of Engineers, he earned five Battle Stars. He was honored by the French government in 2002 for his service in France 1944 to 1945. Bill was a member of the Mequon Howard J. Schroeder American Legion Post 457, the Milwaukee Club, the Milwaukee Country Club, the University Club, the Union League Club in New York City and the Hartford Club in Connecticut. In retirement Bill took courses in computers and woodworking and joined group classes in French and German. The French class was especially close to his heart. He also loved reading and classical music and the dogs, Booty, Hack and Burleigh. His family will never stop missing him but are grateful that they had him for so many good years. Friends greeted the family at Schmidt & Bartelt Funeral Home, 10280 North Port Washington Road, Mequon, on Wednesday, 25 May. A luncheon followed at the Milwaukee Country Club.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Berry's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 24 May 2011]

      Gerald C. Emmer, also known as Gerry, of Hartford, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, passed away at the age of 78 years on Saturday, 21 May 2011, at Kathy Hospice in West Bend. Gerry was born on 27 March 1933 in Hartford, son of Alfred and Carrie (Sauvey) Emmer. He was a lifelong resident of Hartford. Gerry graduated from Hartford Union High School and was a member of the football, basketball and track teams. In 1952 he was state champion in the 880-yard run and missed setting a new state record by 0.7 seconds. Gerry received a track scholarship to Marquette University but after only one year in college, he was drafted into the United States Army. There he spent two years serving his country in Berlin, Germany, during the occupation from 1953 to 1955. After returning from the service, Gerry married his wife Carolyn. Gerry worked for Chrysler Outboard and retired from Midas International in Hartford. He was a 50-year member of the Hartford Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8834 and was Post Commander from 1960 to 1961. Gerry was also a dedicated and passionate volunteer fire fighter for the City of Hartford Fire & Rescue Department for 43 years. He held many offices within the department and was passionate about fire prevention. He was the voice of "Sparky," a talking dog that teaches children about fire safety. Other volunteering and memberships included the Knights of Columbus, the usher society at St. Kilian Church, member of the Hartford Courtney-Carr-Milner American Legion Post 19 and the Drum and Bugle Corp. Marching Band. Gerry was avid fan of Green Bay Packer football and Marquette "Warrior" basketball. He was survived by his wife, Carolyn; his three children, nine grandchildren, a great-grandson; sister, Helen (Joe) O’Leske of Rubicon; sister-in-law, Alice Emmer of Nevada; and a brother-in-law, Loran (Judith nee Schwartz) Goff of Minnesota. Gerry was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Kenneth Emmer. Mass of Christian burial for Gerry was held on Friday, 27 Mayat St. Kilian Catholic Church, 264 West. State Street, Hartford, where the Reverend David LaPlante officiated. Visitation was on Friday at the church.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Emmer's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 24 May 2011 and from the American Legion The Last Bugle of June 2011]

      Harold Bath, age 76, of Kewaskum, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 76 yerars on Thursday, 02 February 2006 at SynergyHealth St. Joseph Hospital in the town of Polk. Harold was born on 18 April 1929 in Kewaskum, son of Math and Olive (Fellenz) Bath. On 26 August 1950, he was united in marriage to Adeline Kutz at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Kewaskum. Harold served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He was employed by the West Bend Company in West Bend, retiring in 1990 after 40 years of service and was a member of the 25 Year Club. Harold was also a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Kewaskum and the West Bend Knights of Columbus Father Casper Rehrl Council 1964. He was a faithful, caring husband to his wife, Adeline for 35 years. He will lovingly be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who had a great sense of humor, enjoyed hunting and fishing and spending time with his family. He was survived by his wife, Adeline; three children and ten grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; a brother, Clarence Bath of West Bend; two sisters, Mary Ann Kutz and Alice Uelmen both of West Bend; a son-in-law, Ralph Seefeld of Campbellsport; and his faithful companion, Gizmo. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Susan Seefeld; a son-in-law, Mark Jaycox, Sr; a great-grandson, Jeffrey Walters and two sisters, Florence Herriges and Delores Brodzeller. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Sunday, 05 February 2006 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 331 Main Street, Kewaskum. Father Edwin Kornath officiated and military honor rites followed the Mass. Relatives and friends called on Sunday at the church. Cremation took place and inurnment was in in the parish cemetery.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Bath's obituary published by the Miller Funeral Home of Kewaskum/Lomira]

      Allen T. Weninger of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, passed away at the age of 76 years on Friday, 03 February 2006 at Aurora Medical Center in Hartford. Allen was born on 19 September 1929 in Hartford, son of Art and Rose (Gehring) Weninger. He had two things he loved to do; farming and driving his truck. Allen was employed with Gundrum trucking. He served his country in the United States Army in the Korean War for two years. Allen was survived by his two brothers, Virgil (Janice) Weninger of Hartford and Orville (Mary Ann) Weninger of Rubicon; and his sister, Janice (Howard) Gundrum of West Bend. He was preceded in death by his parents and twin sisters, Rose and Mary. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Friday, 10 February at Holy Angels Catholic Church, 138 North 8th Street, West Bend, where Father John Wutscheck officiated. The family greeted relatives and friends on Friday at the church. Interment followed at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Allenton.

[extracted and edited from Mr. Weninger's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 08 February 2006]

      Albert F. Strobel of Hartford, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, passed away at the age of 61 years on Thursday, 09 February 2006 at the Hartford Care Center. Albert was born on 05 July 1944 in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, son of Albert and Loretta (Warner) Strobel. He was a dedicated and faithful member of Divine Savior Lutheran Church in Hartford, and a proud veteran serving in the United States Army. He had been involved in Scouting for more than 20 years, starting with the Cub Scouts and then working with the Boy Scouts. Albert enjoyed his family and loved them dearly, especially watching the grandchildren. He loved playing bass guitar with the musical group Leather and Lace. He was survived by his two sons, three stepchildren, 16 grandchildren, a great-grandson; two brothers, Tom (June) Strobel of Eagle River and Rick (Diane) Strobel of Crivitz; two sisters, Peggy Berlce of Alaska and Sandy Disch of Racine. Preceding him in death were his parents and a son, Fred Strobel. Funeral services were held on Sunday, 12 February at Divine Savior Lutheran Church, 3200 Highway K, Hartford. Reverend Ricky Schroeder officiated. Inurnment was in Washington County Memorial Park, West Bend. The family greeted relatives and friends at the church on Sunday.

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      Gary W. Hogan of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, passed away at the age of 48 years on Wednesday 15 February 2006 at his home. Gary was born on 06 December 1957 in Oakland to Lawrence and Karen (Austin) Hogan. At a young age, he moved with his family to the Eau Claire area. Gary graduated from North Eau Claire High School, class of 1976, after which he attended Chippewa Valley Tech and specialized in Administration. In 1980, he joined the United States Air Force and was an information systems programming supervisor at Gunter AFB in Montgomery, Alabama. While in the service he also attended Auburn University, receiving a bachelor degree in management of information systems, and a master degree in business administration with an emphasis on international business. Gary was discharged in 1989, and from 1989 to 2000 he lived and worked in Japan and Thailand. He became fluent in both Japanese and Thai languages, and was involved in sales and presentation of seminars on American Business Customs and later as a consultant for SPRC Petroleum in Sattahip, Thailand. While in Thailand he met and married Phayom "Joy" Peam-soongnean on 28 October 1995 in Sikhiw, Thailand. Together they relocated their family to West Bend in 2000 when Gary became employed by SBC in the division of Long Distance Network Operations in Brookfield. He was survived by his wife Joy; two children; his mother, Karen Lewis of West Bend; and his father Lawrence Hogan of Fort Myers, Florida; an aunt, Sharon Cutsforth of Springfield, Oregan; two uncles, William (Linda) Austin of Sarona, and Jon (Mary) Austin of Colchester, Connecticut; a great aunt, Marah Pratt of Aitken, Minnesota. Funeral services to celebrate Gary’s life were held on Monday 20 Februarey at Myrhum ~ Patten Funeral Home, West Bend where Reverend William Dushek officiated. Visitation was at the funeral home on Monday. Burial followed on Tuesday in Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

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      Edward J. Buchsteiner of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, died at the age of 71 years on Thursday, 16 February 2006 at SynergyHealth St. Joseph Hospital, West Bend. Edward was born on 12 August 1934 in Reedsburg, Sauk County, son of John W. and Bessie L. (Mayturn) Buchsteiner. He served as a corporal with the United States Marine Corps. Following his discharge, he worked for the state of Wisconsin.
He was survived by two sisters, Bonnie Hardy of Reedsburg and Carole Buchsteiner of Madison; a brother, Richard (Sherry) of Bryan, Ohio. Graveside service was held on Wednesday, 21 February at Quantico National Cemetery in Quantico, Virginia.

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      Robert J. Maher of Hartford, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, passed away at the age of 86 years on Wednesday, 15 February 2006 at his residence. Robert was born on 05 February 1920 in Hartford, son of Stephen and Anna (Sharkey) Maher. He married Ruth Janquart in West Bend.
Robert served his country in the United States Army Air Corp during WWII. Robert spent his entire working life on the farm. He was survived by his wife, Ruth, five sons, a daughter, seven grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; his brothers, Francis (Mary) of Des Plains, Ill. and Harvey (Shirley) of Fort Meyers, Fla; and his sister, Eleanore Stangler of Poynette. Robert was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Ruth Ann; a grandchild, Julie; a great-granddaughter, Lee Christine; four sisters, Dorothy, Lillian, Mary and Marcella; and three brothers, Stephen, Roy and Eugene. Funeral services were held on Monday, 20 February 2006 at Shimon Funeral Home in Hartford, where Father Mike Tess officiated. Family greeted relatives and friends on Monday at the funeral home.

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      Carl Armand Langenbach, 85, of Summit Beach, Algoma, Kewaunee County, Wisconsin, USA, passed away at the age of 85 years at his home on Saturday, 18 February 2006. Carl was born on 10 November 1920 in West Bend, son of Armand and Clara (Pick) Langenbach. He was graduated from West Bend High School. Carl attended the University of Michigan, attaining a degree in forestry. Upon graduation, he became a pilot in the United States Navy. On 26 June 1946, Carl married Mae Shebuski at Holy Angels Church in West Bend. The couple lived in Eagle River for several years before moving to Fort Madison, Iowa. Carl was woodlands manager at the Crandon Paper Mill for many years, before deciding to start his own business in 1967. He operated Langenbach Wood Products until his retirement in 1995. His wife, Mae, passed away on 22 August 1991, and he later married Charlene Smith, who passed away in March, 2001. Carl was active in the Boy Scout program in Fort Madison and helped to develop the tree farms for Crandon Paper Mill. He was the past president of the National Hardwood Association and was active in the Elks and Knights of Columbus. Carl loved life and his family. One of his greatest passions was fishing. He moved to Algoma in 1996 where he could sit on his porch and look at "his lake," Lake Michigan. Friends were always welcome and seldom left without going on a fishing trip. When it was time to hang up his fishing pole for the season, Carl would focus on his second passion, the Green Bay Packers. He enjoyed tailgating and sitting in the stadium watching the games. He was survived by a son, Paul of Fort Madison; a daughter, Ann of Quincy, Illinois; two grandchildren, Heather Klesner and Andrew Langenbach, both of Fort Madison; two great-grandchildren, Marlee and Caeden Klesner of Fort Madison; five brothers-in-law, Jack (Margaret) Shebuski of Wausau, Don (Lenore) Shebuski and Bob (Jean) Shebuski, both of Hubertus, Father Charles Shebuski of Green Bay and Dan (Jean) Shebuski of Bloomington, Minn; five sisters-in-law, Nora Winscher of Hammond, Indiana, Audrey Ellison of Milwaukee, Karen Renier of South Range, Michigan, Marlene Shebuski of Antigo and Hazel Langenbach of Chevy Chase, Maryland; his companion, Mildred "Scotti" Michal; his faithful and loving dog, Max; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; a brother, John (Soan); a sister, Clara (Putzy); and brothers-in-law, Bill Shebuski and Fred "Fritz" Lueneburg. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Tuesday, 21 February at St. Mary Catholic Church, Algoma, where the Reverend Charles Shebuski officiated. Burial was in the church cemetery.

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      Arthur J. Sprader, also known as Art, of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, entered into eternal peace at Kathy Hospice at the age of 67 years on Thursday, 16 February 2006. Art was born on 20 May 1938, son of John and Gertrude (Lund) Sprader in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County where he was also raised. His parents passed away when Art was young, so he took the responsibilities upon himself to help raise his siblings. His wisdom was made more of the information he found in books. Art was wise to the world outside, and loved to enhance others and pass on his knowledge. He served proudly and with great honor with the United States Marines, then again with the United States Coast Guard. Art was a dedicated employee for over 30 years at Continental Can, until his retirement. He had an enormous love for nature, and history was one of his greatest passions.
Art also enjoyed filling his time with ventures down the paths of genealogy, and loved spending quality time with his family, especially his grandchildren. After one would walk away from a conversation with Art, they would have been enlightened with the "good" and understanding of any situation. He was a complex person who enjoyed all the simple things that life had to offer and can be remembered like this:

"Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some people move our souls to dance. They awaken us to new understanding with the passing whisper of their wisdom. Some people make the sky more beautiful to gaze upon. They stay in our lives for awhile, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never, ever the same."

Art will be deeply missed by his cherished son and daughter-in-law, Matthew and Tracy (nee Mittelsteadt) Sprader of West Bend; his dear grandchildren, Jeremy, Morgan and Eric; and his siblings, Gladys Aguilera of Milwaukee, Shirley McDowell of Chester, Virginia, James (Mary) Sprader of Belgium, Wisconsin, Bernice King of Raleigh, North Carolina, Helen (Duane) Engel of Milwaukee, Lawrence (Lee) Sprader of Prince George, Virginia and Darlene Ecklund of Red Wing, Minnesota. Art was preceded in death by his parents; a brother-in-law, Danny Aguilera; and a sister-in-law, Reva Sprader. Private services were held on Wednesday, 22 February at the Phillip Funeral Home Chapel, 1420 West Paradise Drive, West Bend, where the Reverend James Hill officiated. Cremation took place at Paradise Cremation Services of West Bend.

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