Obituaries

Jan 23, 2025

After a long and meaningful life, Vivian Jean Sachs passed away on January 23, 2025 at the age of 88. She was born on August 16, 1936, in Neenah Wisconsin, to John J and Elsie L (nee Christianson) Blaha.

 Vivian is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Daniel R Sachs; their children: Lynn (Jim) Christmas, Bryan (Kathy), Michele (Keith)...

Jan 21, 2025

Mark A. Trede, born on October 26, 1949, in Peoria, Illinois, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, at Lawlis Family Hospice in Mequon, Wisconsin. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother and his loss will be keenly felt by his family and many friends.

Mark dedicated much of his professional life to the accounting field, working for a...

Jan 18, 2025

Jayne C. Pretty, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on January 18, 2025, at Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Ozaukee Hospital. Born on February 11, 1950, in the town of Stanley, Wisconsin, Jayne graced this world with her kindness and welcoming spirit for nearly 75 wonderful years.

 Throughout her life, Jayne personified warmth and humor, always making those around her...

Jan 18, 2025

Lois M. Mack, a beloved figure whose legacy will forever reside the hearts of those who knew her, passed away on January 18,2025, at the serene Story Point in Mequon, Wisconsin. Born on October 6, 1928, in Racine, Wisconsin, Lois was the cherished daughter of Robert Johnson and his wife Sylvia (nee Nestril).

A true woman of many talents, she embraced...

Jan 17, 2025

Donald “Don” J. Blaubach,

 

Peacefully passed away on January 17, 2025, at the age of 99. He was born on September 6, 1925, to his late parents, Albert Blaubach and Elva (nee Boesch) in Thiensville, Wisconsin. He was united in marriage to his late wife, Madalyn “Maddie” (nee Maul) on June 17, 1950. Their marriage was blessed with seven children, Christine,...

Jan 15, 2025

Merna Merrill McEuen 

April 27, 1939 – January 15, 2025

Mequon, Wisconsin

Merna Merrill McEuen, 85, of Mequon, Wisconsin, passed away on January 15, 2025. Born on April 27, 1939, in Richmond, California, she was the daughter of Jean and Forest McEuen and was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Rodger. 

Merna was a woman of extraordinary intellect, kindness, and passion...

Jan 11, 2025

Doris A McMahon, née Woehler 

Doris Ann Woehler was born October 5, 1927, in Appleton, Wisconsin, to Erna (Jens) Woehler and Arthur Albert Woehler. She was a spirited child, raised in Appleton with brother Eugene during the Depression, graduating from Appleton High.

University years were spent at the UW in Madison, Wisconsin, where she graduated in 1950.. She moved to Milwaukee and...

Jan 10, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Richard William Martin, who left us peacefully on January 10, 2025 at the age of 89. Richard was a beloved member of our family and community, known for his warm heart, adventurous spirit, and love for family and friends.  Richard, born in Milwaukee on January 16, 1935, married the...

Jan 10, 2025

Brian K. Schroeder,

 

Of Grafton, passed away on January 10, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with leukemia, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 52. Brian was born on September 19, 1972, to his parents, the late William “Bill” Schroeder and Jolanta (nee Kuzminski). He was united in marriage to Traci (nee Trombley) on February 15, 1997. Together their...

Jan 9, 2025

Ruth E. Pinnow (nee Gruetzmacher) of Cedarburg passed away peacefully to be with our Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the age of 82.  Ruth was born in LaCrosse, WI to the late Carl and Ruth (nee Erler) Gruetzmacher on February 20, 1942, and married William Pinnow on June 25, 1966, at Concordia Lutheran Church in Kirkwood,...

Jan 7, 2025

Jan 7, 2025

Cheryl Lou Toll (nee Groth) was born to eternal life on January 7, 2025. She was born on May 25, 1955. 

Dear mother to Heather (Jason) Boesch, Brian (Arvin) Voss, Erin (Brian) Vande Zande and Thomas Toll. Beloved Grandmother to Cody, Tanner, Michael, Nicholas, Taylor, Asa, Nina, Nash, Norah and Cecelia. She is preceded in death by her mother Delores Groth...

Jan 4, 2025

Douglas J. Morris

November 28, 1937 – January 4th, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas J. Morris, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and son who left us on January 4th at the age of 87.

Doug was born on November 28th, 1937 in Milwaukee, WI to Howard and Alice (nee Dozark) Morris. He graduated from...

Jan 3, 2025

Per Billie's request, a private committal service will take place. In lieu of flowers, memorials of your choice are appreciated. 

Dec 29, 2024

Elizabeth Esther Hembel (nee Hassmer) passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 29, 2024 at the age of 103 years.

Elizabeth was born on May 30, 1921 to Peter O. Hassmer and Luella C. Hassmer in the town of Polk. She graduated from West Bend High School, class of 1938.

Elizabeth married Jerome H. Hembel on April 18, 1942 at Peace Reformed Church...

Dec 28, 2024

Elvira (Vera) Schmidt (nee Scheer) passed away peacefully early morning on December 28th, 2024, with loved ones by her side. Born in Grafton July 3, 1925, to Frank and Edna Scheer. Baptized at St Joseph's church in Grafton where she remained a member her entire life of 99 1/2 years. 

 

She married Chester P Gramoll on September 13,1947 and were married...

Dec 24, 2024

On December 24, 2024, Monika Lynn Seefeld (nee Nergaard), stretched her arms out to meet her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, as she took her final breath, with her loved ones beside her, after a year-long battle with cancer. Her strength, supportive family and friends, and, most of all, her steadfast faith and hope in Jesus, carried her through her...

Dec 20, 2024

Ellen L. Sparling, nee Jaeger, was born on January 8, 1953, in Port Washington, Wisconsin, and passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Ellen was raised in Grafton, Wisconsin, where she attended St. Paul Lutheran Grade School before graduating from Grafton High School.

 

In her personal life, Ellen was united in marriage to Chris Sparling, establishing a loving...

Dec 20, 2024

Anita Ella Larson (nee Gisler)

 Anita entered heaven on December 20, 2024, joining her husband, Don, and other loved ones already in heaven who rejoiced upon her arrival home. A funeral service will be held at Mueller Funeral Home in Cedarburg at 11:15 AM with a visitation from 10:30 AM till service time. Rev. Dr. Timothy Maschke from St. Paul's Lutheran...

Dec 18, 2024

Stanley J. “Buck” Raclaw Jr., born on November 10, 1941, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, at the age of 83. He was the beloved son of Stanley and Mary (Roszak) Raclaw (both deceased) and had three siblings; Virginia Laabs (deceased), Richard Raclaw (deceased), and Margaret (David) Speier of Brooklyn, WI.

Throughout his lifetime,...