Washington County Archive
St. Vincent de Paul of Washington County dedicated to fulfilling its mission
Washington Co., WI – St. Vincent de Paul has temporarily closed its stores in Washington County however it is still fulfilling its mission. St. Vincent de Paul of Washington County WEST BEND 420 N. River Road West Bend WI 53090 HARTFORD 52 S. Main Street Hartford, WI 53027
Obituary | Linus J. Herriges, 74, of Kewaskum
March 27, 2020 – Kewaskum, WI –Linus J. Herriges, 74, of Kewaskum entered Eternal Life on March 26, 2020 at Froedtert St. Joseph Hospital in West Bend, surrounded by his loving wife and son. Linus was born on May 6, 1945 in the town of Ashford to Alois and
Obituary | Ronald “Ron” H. Lauters, 84, of Kewaskum
March 27, 2020 – Kewaskum, WI – Ronald “Ron” Lauters, 84, of Kewaskum, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at Kettle Moraine Gardens in Kewaskum. He was born on July 29, 1935, to the late Louis and Margaret (nee Leider) Lauters in Saukville, WI. He grew up in
St. Vincent de Paul of Washington County dedicated to fulfilling its mission
Washington Co., WI – St. Vincent de Paul has temporarily closed its stores in Washington County however it is still fulfilling its mission. St. Vincent de Paul of Washington County WEST BEND 420 N. River Road West Bend WI 53090 HARTFORD 52 S. Main Street Hartford, WI 53027
GUEST EDITORIAL | Who is watching out for the people in Washington County? | By Dale Schimidt
March 26, 2020 – Washington Co., WI – Recently Washington County Board Chairman Kriefall sent letters to the editor in support of the Schoemann Campaign for County Executive. He utilized the COVID-19 pandemic as an example of why Schoemann should be elected. My first thought was wondering why Kriefall
Obituary | Chuck Bublitz, 62, of West Bend
March 25, 2020 – West Bend, WI – Chuck Bublitz was called to his heavenly home to be with Jesus in glory on Monday, March 23. Chuck was born on April 4, 1957, in West Bend to Elroy and Carol (nee Jackson) Bublitz. He was Baptized April 21, 1957.
Obituary | Wilma June Barlow, 76, of West Bend
March 25, 2020 – West Bend, WI – Wilma J. Barlow, 76, of West Bend, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2020. Deeply loved by her family, Church family, and many friends. Wilma was born March 20, 1944, to the late Bill Adams of Arizona and Pearl Force of
Virtual Learning at Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School in Jackson | By Megan Himm
Author: Megan Himm | Categories: Education, Germantown, Jackson, Religion, Washington County No comments
March 23, 2020 – Germantown, WI – My name is Megan Himm, I am a senior at Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School, in Jackson. This is my experience with virtual learning. On March 16, we had a normal day of school, with the plan to have a similar day
Washington Ozaukee Public Health Officer issues orders to protect long-term care residents | By Valerie Grimm
March 21, 2020 – Washington Co., WI – Following confirmed cases of COVID-19 in long-term care (LTC) facilities under the jurisdiction of the Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department, Health Officer Kirsten Johnson issued two orders to protect residents. Long-term care facilities are at high risk for severe COVID-19 outbreaks
Obituary | Gilbert A. “Gib” Flitter, 89, of West Bend
March 20, 2020 – West Bend, WI – Gilbert “Gib” A. Flitter, 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at New Perspectives in West Bend. He was born on June 25, 1930 in West Bend, WI to Edward and Edna (nee Butzke) Flitter. Gib worked and retired
Obituary | Karl P. Metzger, 66, of West Bend
March 20, 2020 – West Bend, WI – Karl P. Metzger, 66, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 18, 2020at his home in West Bend. He was born on January 26, 1954 in Milwaukee, WI to Karl and Laverne (nee Schmidt) Metzger. Karl was a graduate of Purdue University
Obituary | Robert Flasch, 84, of Town of Wayne
March 20, 2020 – Town of Wayne, WI – Robert “Bob” Flasch, 84, of the town of Wayne, decided on Tuesday, March 17, St. Patrick’s Day, to leave the farm he loved so much to enter eternal life on his mother’s birthday. Robert was born May 21, 1935 to
Obituary | Lila Marie Kluball (Goetzka), 94, of West Bend
March 19, 2020 – West Bend, WI – Lila M. Kluball (nee Goetzka) passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020 at the age of 94. She was born on November 12, 1925 in Millston, WI to Frank and Mary (nee Ogle) Goetzka. Lila is survived by her three daughters,
Obituary | Nancy M. Peters (Wick), 76, of West Bend
March 19, 2020 – West Bend, WI – Nancy M. Peters (nee Wick), 76, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2020 at her home in West Bend. She was born on February 3, 1944 in Milwaukee, WI to Norbert and Lucy (nee Diderrich) Wick. Nancy was raised in Milwaukee
Obituary | John T. Zeiske, 70, of West Bend
March 18, 2020 – West Bend, WI – John T. Zeiske, 70, gained his place in heaven on Sunday, March 15, 2020. He was born on June 1, 1949 in Milwaukee to parents Gilbert and Clara (Berscheit) Zeiske. John was 1968 graduate of Hartford Union High School. He proudly
More information released on COVID-19 case in Washington County
March 18, 2020 – Washington Co., WI – On March 17, 2020 the Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department issued a notification that “a person residing in Washington County has tested positive for the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). This person sought medical care and was tested as a result of their
Obituary | David Thomas Rosenberg, 61, of West Bend
March 16, 2020 – West Bend, WI – David T. Rosenberg, 61, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2020. He was born on July 5, 1958 in Milwaukee to Thomas W. and Betty J. (nee Russell) Rosenberg and raised in Ozaukee County. Dave graduated from Cedarburg High School Class
Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School to host WELS East Regional Band Festival | By Amelia Neuwirth
Author: Amelia Neuwirth | Categories: Education, Event, Jackson, Washington County, West Bend No comments
Jackson, WI- From March 13-15, Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School will welcome 58 student musicians from Arizona Lutheran Academy, Evergreen Lutheran High School, Fox Valley Lutheran High School, Huron Valley Lutheran High School, Luther Preparatory School, Michigan Lutheran High School, Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School, Northland Lutheran High School,
Obituary | Maurice O. Berube, 82, of West Bend
March 14, 2020 – West Bend, WI – Maurice O. Berube, 82, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at the Aurora Medical Center in Grafton. He was born on April 20, 1937 in Fall River, MA to Omer and Lillian (nee Lord) Berube. Maurice enjoyed trap shooting, tending
Obituary | Leslie “Les” Gessner, 62, of Kewaskum
March 13, 2020 – Kewaskum, WI – Leslie “Les” Gessner, 62, of Beechwood was called home to be with the Lord on March 11, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Les was born on December 3, 1957 in Sheboygan to Byron W. and Rosella Gessner (Dobke). He was united
Obituary | Herbert Edward Kieferndorf Jr., 84, of Slinger
March 13, 2020 – Slinger, WI – Herbert E. Kieferndorf Jr. passed away on Thursday March 12, 2020 at the age of 84. He was born on January 1, 1936 in Milwaukee to Herbert E. and Pauline (nee Susarik) Kieferndorf Sr. After high school, Herb served in the Wisconsin
Obituary | Vincent P. Walkowski, 94, of West Bend
March 13, 2020 – West Bend, WI – Vincent “Vince” Paul Walkowski, 94, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2020. He was born on April 24, 1925 to Leo and Catherine (nee Vomastek) Walkowski. He was raised in Kenosha, graduated from Pio Nono High School, St. Francis Seminary in
Obituary | Richard Frank “Dick” Oppermann, 72, of Slinger
March 12, 2020 – Slinger, WI – Richard F. “Dick” Oppermann passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at the age of 72. He was born on October 13, 1947 in Milwaukee to Donald and Betty (nee Klever) Oppermann and was raised in Cedar Creek, WI. He graduated from
Obituary | Ann E. Faber, 68, of West Bend
March 12, 2020 – West Bend, WI –Ann E. Faber (Schlagenhaft), 68, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on March 12, 2020 where she is probably playing Sheepshead with family and friends. Ann was born on November 9, 1951 in West Bend to Henry
Obituary | William “Bill” C. Kirchner, 102, of West Bend
March 12, 2020 – West Bend, WI – William “Bill” Carl Kirchner, 102, of West Bend passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at The Cottages at Cedar Run, West Bend. He was born to the late Henry P. Kirchner and Rosa (nee Engeleiter) Kirchner on June 4,
Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School to host WELS East Regional Band Festival | By Amelia Neuwirth
Author: Amelia Neuwirth | Categories: Education, Event, Jackson, Washington County, West Bend No comments
Jackson, WI- From March 13-15, Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School will welcome 58 student musicians from Arizona Lutheran Academy, Evergreen Lutheran High School, Fox Valley Lutheran High School, Huron Valley Lutheran High School, Luther Preparatory School, Michigan Lutheran High School, Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School, Northland Lutheran High School,
Obituary | Lauralee “Laurie” M. Krogman, 67, of Kewaskum
March 11, 2020 – Kewaskum, WI – Lauralee “Laurie” M. Krogman (nee Haecker), 67, of Kewaskum was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 9, 2020 at her home. She was born on December 17, 1952 to the late Christen and Georgia (nee Mueller) Haecker
Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School to host WELS East Regional Band Festival | By Amelia Neuwirth
Author: Amelia Neuwirth | Categories: Education, Event, Jackson, Washington County, West Bend No comments
Jackson, WI- From March 13-15, Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School will welcome 58 student musicians from Arizona Lutheran Academy, Evergreen Lutheran High School, Fox Valley Lutheran High School, Huron Valley Lutheran High School, Luther Preparatory School, Michigan Lutheran High School, Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School, Northland Lutheran High School,
Obituary | Daniel C. McMahon, 77, of West Bend
March 10, 2020 – West Bend, WI – Daniel C. McMahon, 77, of West Bend died peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, March 8, 2020. He was born July 18, 1942 in Marquette, MI to Walter and Marion McMahon. On July 22, 1967 he was united
Obituary | Debra S. Schleker, 63, of Hartford
March 10, 2020 – Hartford, WI – Debra S. Schleker, 63, of Hartford was called home to be with the Lord on March 9, 2020. Debra was born on January 7, 1957 to Robert and Helen Schleker (Whitt). Those Debra leaves behind to cherish her memory include her three