Obituaries

Jul 1, 2023

Bico Bielich

Bico was born June 3rd 1953 in San Isidro, Lima, Peru to Guillermo and Rosa Bielich. He moved to the United States when he was 2 and lived there for two years before moving back to Peru. When he was 14 he moved to Ecuador where he said the beaches were beautiful. Bico moved from...

Jun 21, 2023

Colleen P. van der Kooy, age 66, passed away at her home in Oconomowoc on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. She was born on May 24, 1957 to Douglas and Mary (Novella) Stumpf in Milwaukee.

Colleen is survived by her husband, Jacob; their seven children: Jacob (Maureen), Joseph (Erin), Amber, Jason (Courtney), Steven, Stephanie and Samuel; her grandchildren:...

Jun 18, 2023

Charles (Chuck) Edward Crary, 83

Charles Edward Crary, died early Sunday afternoon, June 18, 2023 surrounded by his three sons at the Shorehaven nursing home. His sincerity and compassion for his family and his community will be deeply missed by all.

Charles was born at home in DeForest, Wisconsin, on November 12, 1939. He was...

Jun 16, 2023

Robert “Bob” R. Weiss, 65, of Slinger, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 16th surrounded by his family after a hard-fought battle with leukemia.

Bob was born the sixth of twelve children on May 20th, 1958 in Port Washington, WI. He was the son of Albert and Mildred (Demerath) Weiss. The family soon moved to Juneau,...

Jun 16, 2023

On June 16, 2023, the Heavenly Gates opened as Jesus brought home an angel he placed on earth. After a short and very courageous battle with cancer and in the arms of her children, Judy peacefully entered Eternal Life.

Judy is survived by her children, Rick (Nancy) Hannon, Kevin (Michelle) Hannon, and Wendy (Dan) Knickelbein; her grandchildren,...

Jun 16, 2023

Carl Nicholson passed into eternal life on June 16, 2023. He was born on October 5, 1937 to Helen and Hilding Nicholson.

He married the love of his life, Gwendolyn Tessmann on August 5, 1961. He is survived by three children, Brent and Marge Nicholson of Oconomowoc, Mark and Paula Nicholson of Pewaukee, Kirsten and Dave Walker...

Jun 14, 2023

James Robert Mifflin of Oconomowoc, WI, died peacefully on June 14, 2023.

Born March 5, 1947, in East Ely, NV, Jim was the son of the late Jack and LaVorda (nee Syme) Mifflin. He is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Maryanne, and his beloved dog, Buddy.

Also survived by his children Jennifer...

Jun 13, 2023

John Benjamin Kleinschmidt died peacefully June 13, 2023, at his home in Oconomowoc at the age of 82.

Born March 17, 1941, in Ft Benning, GA, to Benjamin Kleinschmidt and Joyce Christenson Kleinschmidt, he moved at an early age to Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. John attended Oconomowoc High School where he played football, basketball, and baseball. He was a...

Jun 9, 2023

Elaine B. Rogers (nee Gehman,) 88, died June 9 at Angels Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc.

Elaine was born in 1934 in Cleveland to Howard and Grace (nee Cook) Gehman. After graduating from Vermilion (Ohio) High School, she worked in the insurance industry and in the cost planning office of U.S. Steel in Lorain, Ohio, where she met...

Jun 9, 2023

Roger Joseph Amidei

Of Boca Raton, Florida died Friday, June 9th at Angels Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc, WI, at the age of 93. Roger was born on April 27, 1930, in Highland Park, IL. Roger was a 1st generation Italian American born to parents Guido & Anita (Ugolini) Amidei. Roger is predeceased by his wife Dee (McFarland),...

Jun 9, 2023

William “Bill” Novakovich, age 55, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on June 9, 2023. Bill was born on April 18, 1968 to Kenneth and Carol (nee Bhend) in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

Bill is survived by his wife of 32 years, Shelly; daughter, Nicole Lyden; sister, Kari (Duane) Kerbel; fur-babies, Mojo, Dakota and Lulu; along...

Jun 8, 2023

When Tomorrow Starts Without Me … (excerpt, by David M. Romano)

“I wish so much you wouldn’t cry the way you did today. While thinking of the many things we didn’t get to say. I know how much you love me as much as I love you, and each time you think of...

Jun 8, 2023

Dorothy “Eunice” Hecker, age 95, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023 in Wisconsin of natural causes. She was born on December 14, 1927 to Edwin and Gladys (Carlsen) Stabnow in Milwaukee, and lived in Pittsburgh, St. Louis, and Madison at various times in her life. Most recently she resided in the Three Pillars senior community to enjoy social...

Jun 8, 2023

Caleb Oliver Schuh was born on May 11, 2023, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to his loving parents, Cullen and Elise. On June 8, 2023, our mighty warrior Caleb received his angel wings. He was brave, courageous, and feisty during his time on earth. Caleb was loved immensely and will be deeply missed. As a newborn, he was incredibly handsome, sweet,...

Jun 8, 2023

Marilyn Condella-Mayer

July 25,1943-June 8,2023

Marilyn was the daughter of John and Evelyn (nee: Gardinier) Condella . Marilyn is survived by her sister Joyce, sister Patti (Mike Tank) and brother Paul. She had a special relationship with great nephew Rocky Hofstetter Jr. and his wife Kaitlyn along with her forever friend Mary Sue Treado and...

Jun 7, 2023

Thomas John Frankowski

After a fearless battle with pancreatic cancer, Thomas “Tom” Frankowski, 62, ended his fight on June 7th, 2023 surrounded by his loved ones at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, WI.

Born on October 29th, 1960 in Milwaukee, Tom was the son of Thomas Sr. and Marjean Frankowski. He grew up with his sisters,...

Jun 3, 2023

James Grant Preston, age 57, passed away at Aurora Summit on Saturday, June 3, 2023. He was born December 8, 1965, in Madison, WI.

Jim is survived by his wife Beth(Redman) and son Jon Preston of Oconomowoc, WI. He is further survived by his parents, Karen(Underdahl) and John Preston of Bonita Springs, FL, his siblings:Sue Gerritsen(Mike), Harmony...

Jun 2, 2023

Ken Parker, 74, of Delafield WI, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on June 2, 2023. Ken was born on September 25, 1948 in Milwaukee, WI to Dolores and Orville Parker.

Ken is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Cathy (Semmelmann); his children, Nichole (Chad) Neumann, Joseph (Jessica) Parker, Sarah (Simon) Provan; his...

Jun 1, 2023

Keith Sam Henson, age 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 1, 2023. Keith was born on April 25, 1934 to Sam and Edith (nee Thornton).

Keith is survived by his children Mark (Denise) Henson, Susan Thielman and Paula (David) Franson; grandchildren, Dylan (Deanna), Lorrae (Aaron), Emma, Jacob and Leah; great-granddaughter, Parker; his loving...

May 31, 2023

Michael W. Stubbe, age 52, passed away on May 31, 2023 at his home in Okauchee. He was born on June 24, 1970 to Michael D. and Colleen (Schreiber) Stubbe in Milwaukee.

Mike is survived by his parents; his brothers, Jason and Jim; and his nieces, Miranda, Raelynn and Kado.

Private family services will be...