Allen E. Hoerchner of Jackson, Washington County, Wisconsin passed away Wednesday 03 March 2010 at Kathy Hospice after a brief illness with cancer. He was born on 28 October 1929 to Walter J. Hoerchner and Anita C. Burchardt. On 21 January 1955, he married Gladys C. Vogel and they were married for 55 years. Allen was a 36 year member of the Jackson American Legion S/Sergeant Henry F. Gumm Post 486. After his marriage, he farmed and later drove truck for Liesner Trucking Topsoil, Central Ready Mix and sold seed for Renk Seed Inc. He enjoyed playing cards, especially sheepshead, and spending time with his grandchildren. Allen used to say he was going to “tut around” while he whistled and listened to polka music. Allen is survived by his wife Gladys of 55 years and three chidren. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Edward, and his brother Wayne, sister-in-law Loretta Retzlaff, brothers-in-law Earl Retzlaff, Oscar Miller, Dale Spiekermann and Anthony Schleiben. A Funeral Service for Allen was held on Sunday 07 March 2010 at the Phillip Funeral Home Chapel in which Reverend Kenneth Mellon officiated. Visitation was on Sunday, 07 March at the funeral home. There was an American Legion Post 486 walk through. Interment took place on Monday at Zur Ruhe Cemetery in Cedarburg, Ozaukee County.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Hoerchuer's obituary of the Phillip Funeral Homes and from the American Legion The Last Bugle of 25 March 2010]

      Lorraine E. Marino (nee Young), formerly of Joliet, Illinois, died at home in the loving arms of her family on 02 March 2010. She had lived in West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin for over three years in the dedicated care of her niece, Dianne Horlamus, Dianne’s husband Pat, and Diana Ellingson, a woman who helped look after her and became a dear friend. Lorraine’s beloved dog Benji was always at her side. Lorraine was born Lorraine Young on 31 May 1920 in Park Falls, Price County. With the onset of World War II, she began the adventure of her life in the Air WAC, stationed in Nevada where she helped train and test pilots. After the war, she studied at Marquette University, but left after one year in order to look after her mother, Emmaline. In the early fifties, she married Joseph Marino and went on to live in Joliet, Illinois for over fifty years. She continued to care for her mother long after Joe died of ulcers she suspected were due to the stress of his work as a heavy equipment operator and restaurant chef. In Joliet, she worked as a copy editor, waitress, and inspector at the Joliet Arsenal. She then worked at Caterpillar until her retirement. She was respected at her work for her intelligence and dedication, but her closest relationships were with her family, friends, and neighbors. She presented herself as a crusty and independent woman, and she was, but she was generous and loving to those close to her. She was one tough lady, and she looked after her own. She outlived her two older sisters, Bernice and Thelma, and a younger brother, Don, as well as her best friends, Katie and Fuzz. She leaves behind three children. In accordance with her wishes, there was no service or burial. Instead, on Sunday, 23 May 2010, there was a celebration of her life at the home of Pat and Dianne Horlamus in West Bend for her family and friends.

[information extracted and edited from Lorraine's obituary of Phillip Funeral Homes, West Bend]

      Edward J. Junek of Menomonee Falls, Waukesha County, Wisconsin passed away at the age of 86 years on Saturday, 27 February 2010. He was the husband of Joan Durand. Edward graduated from Washington High School in 1942, served in the United States Army during WWII in England and France and retired from Marshal & Isley Bank. He was survived by his wife Joan and three daughters. Edward was preceded in death by his son Dale Edward. A Memorial Service was held on Saturday, 10 March 2010 at Brookfield Presbyterian Church (1485 N. Brookfield Rd) in which with Pastor Dee M. Anderson officiated.

[information extracted and edited from Edward's obituary of the Phillip Funeral Home in West Bend]

      James J. Lochen III of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin passed away at the age of 86 years on Tuesday, 23 February 2010 at his residence. James was born on 14 July 1945 to James Lochen II and Dolores Soars in West Bend. He graduated from West Bend High School, class of 1965. James volunteered with the United States Coast Guard and faithfully served his country for 4 years with an honorable discharge in 1969. He married Alice A. Weasler on 02 May 1970 at St. Peter Catholic Church of Slinger. After their marriage, the couple lived in Slinger. James was employed at Amity Leather Company of West Bend for 28 years in maintenance and later worked for Weasler Engineering of West Bend for 5 years. He was a member of the American Legion of West Bend. James is survived by his wife Alice. He was preceded in death by his parents and in-laws Arthur and Charlotte Weasler. A Memorial Service was held on Friday, 26 February 2010 at his residence. Interment of Ashes took place at Washington County Memorial Park with full Military Honors.

[extracted and edited from James' obituary of Phillip Funeral Home in West Bend]

      Henry T. "Hank" Goetz, of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, died on Saturday, 27 February 2010 at the aged of 90 years. He was born on 19 December 1919 to Henry Goetz and Anna Jacobs and grew up in the Town of Mayfield. After his graduation from West Bend High School, he enlisted in the United States Army and served four and a half years in the South Pacific. After his discharge he returned to Wisconsin where he met and married Helen C. Marx on 02 October 1948 at St. Mary Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He was employed with the Washington County Highway Department where he worked until his retirement. Henry enjoyed many activities including gardening, fishing, hunting, bowling and golf. He was a sports fanatic and followed closely the Packers, Brewers and Bucks. He was a handyman around the house and liked woodworking. He was survived by two daughters. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen, brother Ver, and three sisters, Leona Lenz, Loretta Monroe and Doris Present. Visitation was at the Schmidt Funeral Home in West Bend on Sunday, 07 March. A Mass of Christian burial was held on Monday, 08 March. Burial followed at Holy Angels Cemetery with military honors.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Goetz's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News of 04 March 2010]

      Charles Paessler was born in Beelensberg, near Bautzeo, Saxomy, Germany. He came to America in 1860 and settled in the West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin area. Charles was a veteran of the Civil War. He fought with the Wisconsin Second Battery, Light Artillery serving under Captain Berger from 05 October 1861 to 10 October 1884 when his term expired. He left a wife and three children.

[from Charles' obituary in the West Bend Democrat, Deaths, 1881]

      John Spanheimer died at the age of 70 years on 22 April 1881. He was from the town of Polk. John is buried in the Catholic Cemetery in Schesingerville. He was a native of Alsace, Germany and served for 10 years in the French Army in Africa.

      Robert Ignatius Kindler of Grafton, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin died on 05 March 2010 at the age of 88 years. He was the beloved partner of Joan and the father of one child. A Prayer Service was held on Wednesday 09 March at St. Boniface Catholic Church at W204 N11940 Goldendale Road, Germantown, Washington County followed by burial with Military Honors at the church cemetery. Robert was a WW II veteran, a professional engineer, and a member of Eaton Patent Holders Group."

[information extrated and edited from Mr. Kendler's obituary published in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel of 07 March 2010]

      Phillip D. Keil of Hartford, Washington County, Wisconsin went home to the Lord on Monday, 03 January 2000. He was 68 years old. He was born on 14 April 1931 in Beaver Dam, Dodge County to Philip Keil and Laura Lidtke and married Carol Schultz on 12 January 1957 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Beaver Dam. Phillip served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, earning a Korean service ribbon with two bronze stars. The family moved to West Bend in 1969 and later to Slinger, before residing most recently in Hartford. Phillip retired from the village of Slinger where he was superintendent at the wastewater treatment facility. After his retirement, he enjoyed golfing with friends and family.

Phillip was is survived by his wife Carol and three sons and two daughters. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Barbara. Funeral services were held on Friday 07 January at Peace Lutheran Church. Reverend Jon Tesch officiated at the service. Interment was at Washington County Memorial Park.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Keil's obituary in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News of 05 January 2000]

      A memorial service was held on 09 January 2000 at Grace Lutheran Church in Thiensville, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin for Richard "Dick" J. Bayley who died on 02 January 2000. He was 72 years of age. The family received visitors at the Schramka-Densow Funeral Homein Thiensville. Mr. Bayley served in the United States Navy during WWII and in the Korean War. He was a graduate of North Dakota State University and the owner of BayleyWick Gift Shop in Thiensville. He was a retired employee of Evinrude Motors. Rrichard was survived by his wife Yvonne and a son.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Bayley's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washngton Daily News of 05 January 2000]

      Glenn R. Griffith of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin died at the age of 58 years on Tuesday 04 January 2000 at his residence. He was born 28 November 1941 in Brooklyn, New York to Glenn D. Griffith and Martha Movinsky. He married Lynne C. Fagel on 07 March 1975. Glen served with the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam era. He graduated from the State of New York University in Platsburgh, and worked at Genesis Behavioral Clinic as an A.O.D.A. counselor in West Bend. He was survived by his wife and six children. Preceding him in death was his father, Glenn Davidson Griffith. A memorial service was held on Friday 07 January at Our Savior Lutheran Church in West Bend. Pastor Oscar Kraft ll officiated at the service. His body was cremated at Parkview Cremations in Fond du Lac, Fond du Lac County.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Griffith's obituary publiished in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News of 06 January 2006]

      Earl T. "Mick" Young of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin died Thursday 06 January 2000 at his residence. He was 75 years of age. Earl was born on 17 July 1924 in Milwaukee to the late Earl Young and Fern McCormick. He married Dorothy Schultz on 29 November 1947 in Milwaukee. Earl served in the United States Army during World War II in the China, Burma and India Theater. He was employed in the trucking industry for many years, working in all phases of the business including loading, driving and dispatching. Earl retired in 1987. He enjoyed yard work and was an avid sports fan. He was survived by his wife Dorothy and three children. Earl was preceded in death by a brother Richard. A memorial service was held on Monday 10 January at Pilgrim Evangelical Lutheran Church in West Bend. Reverends Joseph Fisher and David Meyer co-officiated at the service. Burial of his cremated remains was at Highland Memorial Park in New Berlin.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Young's obituary in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News of 08 January 2000]

      Robert J. Cain of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin died at the age of 72 years on Tuesday 11 January 2000 at St. Joseph Community Hospital in West Bend. He was born 15 August 1927 in Poynette, Columbia County to James Cain and Marian Rue. He married Harriet Grunwaldt on 21 August 1948 at Holy Angels Catholic Church in West Bend. Shortly after his graduation from West Bend High School, say 1945, he entered the United States Navy, serving to the end of World War II. After his return to West Bend, he became employed at The Gehl Company where he worked for 35 years. At the time of his retirement in 1982, he was a technical writer. Robert was a member of the Hexelbank Club at The Gehl Company, the Father Casper Rehrl Council 1964 Knights of Columbus and the American Legion Milwaukee Post 812 (?). He was survived by his wife and four children. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday 15 January at Holy Angels Catholic Church in West Bend. Father Jerry Repenshek officiated at the service. Burial followed at Washington County Memorial Park in that same city.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Cain's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News of 12 January 2000]

      Roy E. Sauer of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin died at the age of 71 years on Wednesday 12 January 2000 at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital in Wauwatosa, Milwaukee County. Roy was born 08 May 1929 in the town of Addison Center to the late Paul Sauer and Theckla Gundrumr. He served in the Uunited States Air Force in Korea. Following his discharge, he was employed at Eaton Corporation in Milwaukee for over 26 years. Roy was a member of Father Casper Rehrl Council 1964 Knights of Columbus, the West Bend Lodge 1398 L.O.O.M. and the VFW Fred A. Schaefer Post 1393. Preceding him in death were a brother, Gilbert; a niece, Ann Cleary, and a great-nephew, Ryan Voigt. Funeral services were held on Monday 17 January at the Schmidt Funeral Home in West Bend. A Mass of Christian Burial followed at Holy Angels Catholic Church in that city. Father Jerry Repenshek conducted the service.

[information extracted and edited from Mr. Sauer's obituary in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News of 14 January 2000]