Obituaries

John  J. "Jack" Norman Sr.

John J. "Jack" Norman Sr.

Feb 2, 2021

John J. “Jack” Norman, Sr. of Grafton (formerly of Cedarburg) returned to his Heavenly Home on February 2, 2021. Born on January 22, 1931, in Hurley, Wisconsin, Jack was the youngest of four energetic boys. Jack and his 3 brothers learned a lot of lessons about life the hard way...that it’s not a good idea to go down a...

Walter H. Becker

Walter H. Becker

Jan 29, 2021

Walter Henry Becker Heaven gained a ray of sunshine on January 29, 2021 with the passing of Walter Henry Becker, age 94. Walter beat cancer some time ago and his family was blessed to have him for an “extra” 14 years. He was a rare and precious man, a man of true dignity. He was generous with his gifts...

Kurt C. Grasse

Kurt C. Grasse

Jan 26, 2021

Kurt C. Grasse of Newburg, WI passed away of natural causes on January 26th, 2021 at his home at the age of 60. Adoring father of Katherine (Benjamin) Lowry. Dear grandfather of Max Grasse Lowry and Clark Bender Lowry. Brother to Kenneth (Rachel) Grasse. Dear uncle to Abby (Jake) Haug and great-uncle to Jack, Helena, and Talia Haug. Further...

James "Jim" Michael Dandoy

James "Jim" Michael Dandoy

Jan 25, 2021

Jim passed away peacefully with family at his side on 01-25-21 after a courageous battle with Covid-19. A frugal man with many quirks and hilarious original one-liners, the “gentle giant” brought a smile and laugh to the faces of those whom he knew. As a 17yo Milwaukee kid, seeing his options few, he enlisted in the US Marine Corps....

Florence  K. Rathke

Florence K. Rathke

Jan 25, 2021

Florence “Flo” Rathke, of Jackson, formerly of Grafton and Manitowish Waters, born to life on November 28, 1923, was born to eternal life on January 25, 2021, at the age of 97. She was the daughter of George and Anna (nee Behrens) Kohlwey. Flo graduated from Cedarburg High School and in 1947 from Evangelical Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing...

Jerome E. Kuptz

Jerome E. Kuptz

Jan 25, 2021

Jerome E. Kuptz, of Fredonia, WI, passed away on January 25, 2021 at the age of 94 years. Loving husband of Joyce (nee Vanselow) for 67 years. Most caring father of Jerry Jr. (Pam), Paul (Jeanette), Tom (Gloria), Bill (Debbie), Caroline (the late Johnny Cabino), Mary, Margaret, Eugene, Amy (Poncho). Dear grandfather of Jerome Michael, Kelly (Richard), Marcus (Alvie),...

Arthur  E. "Art" Viesselmann

Arthur E. "Art" Viesselmann

Jan 23, 2021

Arthur E. Viesselmann, of the Town of Grafton, was born to eternal life on Saturday, January 23, 2021. He was 89 years old. Art was born on March 13, 1931, on the family farm in Lakefield, Town of Grafton, to the late Elmer and the late Elsie (nee Kroening) Viesselmann. The family moved to Cedarburg where Art grew up...

Willard F. Riemer

Willard F. Riemer

Jan 19, 2021

Willard Frank Riemer was carried into eternal life on January 19, 2021 at 80 years old. Born on his family-owned dairy farm in Mequon, WI on November 8, 1940, Willard was welcomed into this world by his parents Werner and Alma (nee Klug) Riemer. He was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church in Freistadt, WI, with which...

William J. Rupsoff

William J. Rupsoff

Jan 18, 2021

Of Milwaukee, passed away on Monday, January 18, 2021 at the age of 78 years. Beloved husband of the late Judith “Judy” (nee Alioto). Loving father of Victoria “Vicki (Thomas) Gelin and William “Bill” III. Loving Papa of Alex, Lauren, Anthony and Nathan. Dear brother of Marrianne (the late Roger) Dimmick and Dorothy (the late Richard) Carr. Dear Uncle...

Daniel V. Cupertino

Daniel V. Cupertino

Jan 17, 2021

Of Grafton, passed away on January 17, 2021 at the age of 89 years. Private services will be held. Full obituary pending.

Lois A. Bublitz

Lois A. Bublitz

Jan 17, 2021

Bublitz, Lois A. (Nee Retzlaff) of Jackson, went to her Heavenly Home on January 17, 2021 at the age of 79. Beloved wife of the late Richard J. “Rich”. Loving mother of David (Kathy), Scott and Jeffrey (Michelle). Proud grandma of: Dylan Bublitz, Derek Bublitz, Nicole (Samuel) Comeau, Andrea (Todd) Rosentiel, Justin Bublitz and Kayla Bublitz; Proud great-grandma of:...

James F. Herian

James F. Herian

Jan 13, 2021

Herian, James F. “Jim” age 93, of Grafton. Was born Sept. 7, 1927 in Ashland, WI, and was born to eternal life at his home, surrounded by his loving family, Jan. 13, 2021. Jim sailed the Great Lakes on iron ore ships after high school. He served in the US Army during WWII and later met his future wife...

Melita E. Bellin

Melita E. Bellin

Jan 6, 2021

Melita Bellin (nee Gierach) went to her heavenly home on January 6, 2021, at the age of 99 years. She was born on June 12, 1921, at home in the town of Cedarburg to the late Edwin Gierach and the late Ida (nee Schmidt) Gierach. She was baptized, confirmed, and married all in the German language at Trinity Ev....

Shirely M. Burmeister

Shirely M. Burmeister

Jan 6, 2021

Shirley M. Burmeister (Nee Riebe) of Cedarburg, went home to her Lord and Savior from Lasata Care Center on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at the age of 83. Shirley was born in Cedarburg, WI on July 31, 1937 the daughter of the late Edward and Norma (Nee Schultz) Riebe. Shirley was a very cheerful person, always having a smile...

Sandra J. Plaumann-Cehanovich

Sandra J. Plaumann-Cehanovich

Jan 3, 2021

(nee Plaumann) Of Port Washington, formerly of Bella Vista, AR. Sandra J. Plaumann-Cehanovich, passed away on January 3, 2021 at the age of 78 years, after a brief but very brave fight with kidney failure. Sandra was born November 18th 1942 to Gilbert and Lillian (nee Steinbach) Plaumann in Milwaukee WI. She graduated high school from South Division high...

Dorothy "Dot" M. Conrad

Dorothy "Dot" M. Conrad

Jan 3, 2021

(nee Holtz) Born to Life August 5, 1930. Born to Eternal Life January 3, 2021 at the age of 90 years. Dot was the beloved wife and sweetheart of the late Otto Conrad for 33 years. Loving mother of Donna (Bob) Schaerer, Diane (Tom) Klug and David (Lisa) Neske. Proud grandma of Matt (Amy) Schaerer, Danny (Tracie) Klug, Melissa...

Jean R. Clement

Jean R. Clement

Jan 3, 2021

Clement, Jean R., 89, of Mequon (a Cedarburg resident for 50 plus years), passed way of natural causes on January 3, 2021 in the City of Mequon. Jean was born in Milwaukee to Ella and Elmer Ritter on December 27, 1931. She went to Rufus King High School and graduated from the University of WI Madison with a degree...

Florence L. Ernst

Florence L. Ernst

Jan 1, 2021

Florence L. Ernst Passed away peacefully on January 1, 2021 at the age of 100 years. Florence was born on August 16, 1920 in Milwaukee, to the late Helen (nee Bruggeman) Boehlke and the late Herbert Boehlke. She married Ralph Ernst in August of 1946. Florence is survived by her daughter, LaVon (Donald) Price and her son, Ronald (Carol)...

James W. Volz

James W. Volz

Jan 1, 2021

James William Volz Be faithful even to the point of death and I will give you the crown of life.... Rev. 2:10 James “Jim” William Volz was born on August 15,1941 to the late William and the late Lorraine (née Laabs) Volz and entered into his eternal home peacefully in his sleep on January 1, 2021. Jim faithfully served...

Lorain E. Kison

Lorain E. Kison

Jan 1, 2021

Lorain Esther Kison (nee Steffen) of Cedarburg was taken into the arms of our heavenly Father on Friday, January 1, 2021 at the age of 101 years. Lorain was born on May 29, 1919, the daughter of the late William and Alpha (nee Schultz) Steffen. Lorain was united in marriage to the late Herbert Kison on February 23, 1946...