Obituaries

Apr 1, 2023

Daniel “Dan” L. Kohlwey

Of Cedarburg, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2023 at Horizon Lawlis Family Hospice in Mequon at the age of 71. Dan was born in Port Washington on April 6, 1951 to the late George F. and the late Shirley (nee Kegler) Kohlwey. He was married at St. Paul Lutheran Church to his...

Mar 29, 2023

Jason Michael Miller

Today, March 29, 2023, we announce the devastating loss of our beloved, beautiful son Jason. Gone much too soon, he succumbed to his years-long struggle with mental illness. A visitation will take place at the Mueller Funeral Home, in Cedarburg, from 4:00 PM – 7:00PM on Tuesday, April 4th. A visitation will...

Mar 28, 2023

Ronald J. Smith, of Grafton, passed away suddenly, of a heart attack, at his home, on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at the age of 61 years.

Ron was born on July 4, 1961, in Milwaukee, the son of the late William R. Smith and the late Violet B. (nee Brandt) Smith. He attended high school...

Mar 25, 2023

Elaine B. Collins

Peacefully passed away on March 25, 2023 at the age of 81. Elaine was born in Chicago, Illinois on November 17, 1941 to her late parents, Ervin Brest and Gene Brest (nee Marek).

Elaine and her loving family moved to Cedarburg, Wisconsin where she instantly adored the scenery and atmosphere....

Mar 24, 2023

David Roy Niemuth, 77, of Grafton, WI passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023 gently into the night after putting up a great battle the last 3 months.

David was born on May 7th, 1945 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. David grew up enjoying playing basketball and going fishing with friends. After graduating from Pulaski High School,...

Mar 19, 2023

Mark J. Herrian

Mark John Herrian was taken home by his heavenly Father on March 19, 2023, at the age of 62 years.

Mark was born in Bloomington, MN, on February 26, 1961, to Henry and Jean Herrian. He was baptized and later confirmed in the Christian faith at David’s Star...

Mar 18, 2023

Mark J. Malkowski, of Milwaukee, passed away on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at Virginia Highlands Nursing Facility, in Germantown, at the age of 61 years.

Mark was born on October 26, 1961, in Milwaukee, the son of Sylvester Malkowski and the late June (nee Cook) Malkowski.

Mark is survived by his...

Mar 10, 2023

Davis Marvin Rusch was born sleeping on March 10, 2023 after peacefully entering into the kingdom of heaven to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 9, 2023.

Davis is the precious son of David and Kimberly (Schoessow); dear brother to Clara, Levi and Kolby; grandson to Dorothy Rusch as well as...

Mar 9, 2023

Carol Rose Schmitz

Born to eternal life on March 9, 2023, at the age of 95. A mass of Christian burial to celebrate Carol’s life will be held on Friday, March 17, at 12 Noon, at Saint Joseph Catholic Church (1619 Washington Street), Grafton, Wisconsin. Visitation at the church will proceed Mass from 10:30-11:45 AM....

Mar 8, 2023

Lissack, Helen M.

(Nee Zuelsdorf), of Cedarburg, passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2023.  Private family services will be held.

Mar 7, 2023

Marcella A. Nielsen of Cedarburg passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at Lawlis Family Hospice in Mequon at the age of 90 years.

Marcella was born in Goodrich, Wisconsin, to the late Sylvester and Mary (nee Weiler) Romens. She married Raymond George Nielsen on November 27, 1954 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in...

Mar 6, 2023

James Peter Cavanaugh May 24, 1956 – March 6, 2023

James Peter Cavanaugh died unexpectedly on March 6, 2023, at the age of 66. Jim is survived by his loving wife, Karen Christoffersen, his deeply loved children, Christopher, Monica (Casey Kresnak) and Scott Cavanaugh, and his cherished grandson, Fredric Kresnek. Further survived and dearly missed...

Mar 2, 2023

Frank Wolter, age 84, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2023 while vacationing in Mazatlan, Mexico.

Frank was born on July 31, 1938 in Reedsburg, Wisconsin. He then grew up in Cedarburg, Wisconsin where he was active in sports and teenage “monkey business.” He then proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps and returned to...

Mar 1, 2023

Marlene S. Kraemer

Marlene S. Kraemer, formerly of Grafton, Wisconsin, passed away on March 1, 2023, at the Hospice House, in North Carolina, at the age of 86 years.

Marlene was born on February 14, 1937, the daughter of the late Arnold Kaul and the late Gertrude (nee Wulff) Kaul. She...

Mar 1, 2023

Baehmann, Walter “Wally”

Of Mequon, age 90, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 1, 2023. Walter was born on September 25, 1932 to the late Oswald and late Eleanor (nee Filter) Baehmann.

Wally loved what he did in life, farming was his passion. He was an honest man, a friend to...

Feb 25, 2023

Gordon J. Waters, of Cedarburg, Wisconsin went to his eternal home on Saturday, February 25, 2023. Gordon was born on June 21, 1934 to his late parents Raymond and Leona (nee Hannemann) Waters. Gordon grew up in Cedarburg where he then graduated from Cedarburg High School. Gordon was involved in many sports especially football and was a favorite, loyal...

Feb 25, 2023

Helen Celia Schubert, an award-winning, nationally recognized public relations and advertising executive whose Chicago career spanned more than 60 years, died suddenly from natural causes at age 92 shortly after admission to Northwestern Memorial Hospital on Feb. 25. A leader in several professional organizations, active on philanthropic boards and an ardent feminist, she was named to the City of...

Feb 24, 2023

Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 12:00 pm (Noon) at Pilgrim United Church of Christ, 1621 2nd Avenue, Grafton, for Kathryn F. (nee Haling) Kanios who passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, at the age of 95 years, on Friday, February 24, 2023. Visitation will be held on Saturday, at the...

Feb 19, 2023

Susan “Sue” D. Steckel, of Kirchhayn, went to Heaven on February 19, 2023, at the age of 64 years. Susan was born on August 15, 1958, in Moline, IL and grew up on the family farm in Garden Plain, IL. She graduated as Salutatorian of Fulton High School in 1976, played the flute in band, and was an accomplished...

Feb 18, 2023

W. Jack Van Pietersom

Of Cedarburg, passed away in his sleep on February 18, 2023, joining his beloved wife, Janet. Jack was born on June 24, 1937 to the late Walter Van Pietersom and Clara Van Pietersom (nee Stiehl). He was united in marriage on July 27, 1963, with his late wife, Janet “Jan” L. Van Pietersom...