Local Obituaries for Grafton, WI
Gerald W. "Jerry" Bartelt
Mar 7, 2026
It is with profound sadness and also deep gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Gerald W. Bartelt, affectionately known as Jerry, who departed this world peacefully at his home in Mequon, Wisconsin, on March 7, 2026. Born on October 31, 1948, in Port Washington, Wisconsin, Jerry was a cherished son, devoted brother, and beloved friend...
Lucille Prucca
Mar 7, 2026
Lucille Prucca, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully with her loving family at her side after a lengthy battle with cancer on March 7, 2026, in her cherished home in Grafton, Wisconsin. Born on March 8, 1940, in Cudahy, Wisconsin, Lucille was the daughter of the late Joseph Rehak and the late Josephine (nee Eichstaedt).
Lucille's journey through...
Donald J. "Gumby" Walsh
Mar 3, 2026
It is with a mixture of sadness and celebration that we announce the passing of Donald J. Walsh, affectionately known as "Gumby" to his friends, who left us peacefully on March 3, 2026, due to a short battle with cancer, at the age of 69. Born in Port Washington, WI, and a proud graduate of Grafton High School with the...
Jean C. Roepke
Feb 25, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jean C. Roepke, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and esteemed educator, who entered into the arms of her Savior on February 25, 2026, at the age of 98. Jean, a gentle soul filled with compassion and grace, was born in Milwaukee to the late Max Wolff and the late...
David D. Guse
Feb 20, 2026
Surrounded by love, David Dale Guse passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, after a brave fight against pancreatic cancer. Our family is heartbroken by his loss.
David was born in Milwaukee on November 16, 1966, to Robert H. and Marcia D. (Crow) Guse. He was raised in Cedarburg, where he built many lasting friendships that remained important throughout his life....
Thomas R. Wimmer
Feb 18, 2026
Thomas R. (Tom) Wimmer passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at home with his three sons at his side. He joins his beloved wife Audrey (Schueffner) in heaven.
Tom leaves behind his three sons and their wives who loved and admired him: Tom (Janet), Mike (Julie), and Jeff (Joann). His nine grandchildren: Sarah Toland (Ryan), Derrick Wimmer, (Lindsey), Steve Wimmer,...
Jeffrey "Jeff" A. Krzykowski
Feb 14, 2026
With sadness we announce the passing from this life of Jeffrey A. Krzykowski. After a sixteen-month struggle with the challenges of pancreatic cancer, he departed in peace on February 14, 2026.
Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on April 6, 1974, Jeff spent most of his life as a proud resident of Cedarburg, Wisconsin. He was a graduate of St. Francis Borgia Catholic...
Karen S. Friess
Feb 13, 2026
Karen S. Friess
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Karen Friess — a beloved wife, mother, Grammy, teacher, coach, athlete, and devoted member of her Cedarburg community. Born on November 9, 1950, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Karen passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, at the age of 75, surrounded by her loving family. She leaves behind...
Jane D. Oswald
Feb 13, 2026
Jane Dawn (Klebenow) Oswald, 98, was peacefully received into the arms of Jesus on Friday, February 13, 2026 at Morning Star Village, in Rockford, Illinois, surrounded by her loving children. Jane was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, pastor’s wife, and friend. She touched many lives through her faith, family, and service to others.
Jane was born December 4, 1927 in...
Donna M. Prom
Feb 8, 2026
Donna, a force of nature, and a soft place to land, who mastered both with a lead rope in one hand and a cat in her lap. She passed away on February 8 at the age of 72, leaving behind a legacy as spirited and untamed as the animals she loved.
She valued her independence above all else, but that steel...
Robert J. "Bob" Hoffman
Feb 7, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bob Hoffman, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, mentor, and community leader, who departed this life on February 7, 2026, at the age of 82. A resident of Grafton, Wisconsin, since 1974, Bob lived a life marked by quiet faith, service, kindness, and a commitment to those around him.
Born...
Linda M. Zaffke
Feb 3, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda M. Zaffke, who left us peacefully surrounded by her family on February 3, 2026, at the age of 72. Born on June 5, 1953, to Dorothy and Edward Schmidt, she grew up in Saint Germain, Wisconsin where she helped her parents with their resort on Lost Lake. Linda...
Anthony C. Roth Jr. "Tony"
Jan 10, 2026
With sorrow, we announce that Anthony Charles Roth Jr. (Tony), peacefully passed away on January 10, 2026. Born on July 16, 1939, to Anthony and Theresa {nee Skraba} Roth, Tony grew up in Milwaukee with his parents and his brother, James (Jim). He attended St. John de Nepomuc Elementary School and graduated from Pius IX High School in 1957. He...
Brian R. Latz
Jan 6, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian R Latz a cherished husband, father, grandfather and friend who left this world on January 6, 2026, at the age of 70. life well lived. Born on July 20, 1955, Brian made his home in Cedarburg Wisconsin where he connected with family and friends.
Brian was known for his...
Michael A. Jung
Jan 5, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Mike Jung, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, who departed this life on January 5, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on March 29, 1958, to Elizabeth (Biebesheimer) and Robert Jung, Mike lived a full and vibrant life in Grafton, Wisconsin.
Mike was a dedicated husband...
Glenn Heil
Dec 24, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Glenn Heil, cherished member of the Mequon community, who left this world peacefully on December 24, 2025, at the age of 84. Glenn lived a life filled with hard work, dedication, and love for his family. He touched the hearts of many during his time as a factory worker...
Kathleen "Kathy" L. Schattschneider
Dec 21, 2025
Kathleen L. ”Kathy” Schattschneider (nee Ritonia), a beloved wife, mother, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on March 29, 1957, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Kathy was a dedicated and passionate educator who profoundly impacted the lives of her students during her tenure at 21st Century Prep School in Racine. Despite her...
Thomas Robert Gerdes
Dec 19, 2025
Thomas Robert Gerdes
Thomas Robert Gerdes of Mequon passed away peacefully on Friday, December 19, 2025, surrounded by his loving family after enduring kidney cancer for over five years.
Tom was born on July 16, 1946, in Independence, IA, to Robert Borchers Gerdes (1918–2002) and Ruth Maybelle (née Ashbaugh) Gerdes (1918–1964).
Tom was an extremely proud 1964 graduate of Rufus King High School...
Richard William Viesselmann
Dec 16, 2025
Richard William Viesselmann
Richard W. Viesselmann, of Grafton and formerly of Wonewoc, Wisconsin, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton at the age of 84.
Richard was born on August 21, 1941, to Elmer and Norma (nee Hennings) Viesselmann and was one of the first babies born at the new St. Alphonsus Hospital in Port Washington....
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