Obituaries

Darrel James Ashley Sr.

Darrel James Ashley Sr.

Jul 13, 2021

Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Good Friend To the greatest man we have known. You were our role model that we always looked up to. We wanted to be like you. You taught and pushed us to become the men and women we are today. You taught us to be strong and to never look back and to...

Bernadette Louise Nelson

Bernadette Louise Nelson

Jul 10, 2021

Bernadette "Bunny" Nelson, age 74, born October 22nd 1946 in Minneapolis, MN, passed away Saturday, July 10th, 2021 at Aurora Summit Hospital with family by her side. She lived in Oconomowoc for over 40 years. Bunny was proceeded in death by her parents Maurice and Violet Green, as well as by 11 siblings. She is survived by her three...

Lois F. Anderle

Lois F. Anderle

Jul 6, 2021

Lois F. Anderle, age 88, of Oconomowoc, passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Zilber Family Hospice in Wauwatosa, with her family by her side. She was born September 15, 1932 in Milwaukee to William and Irene (nee Ehlers) Stumpf. When Lois was 15, she met her future husband, Richard Anderle, at a movie theater, when she “accidentally” tripped...

Joseph D. Counsell

Joseph D. Counsell

Jun 30, 2021

Joseph D. Counsell of Oconomowoc, age 36, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on June 30, 2021. He was born on June 2, 1985 to Timothy and Susan (Warzyn) Counsell in Oconomowoc. Joey is survived by his parents; his siblings, Meghan (Martin) Morris, Kristin (Joshua) Pakenham, Jamie (Michael) Barker, Nicole (Paul) Nickolaus; his nieces and nephews, Cole, Ella, Makayla,...

William C.  Schuenke

William C. Schuenke

Jun 25, 2021

William C. Schuenke. Bill was born on September 14, 1947, and died peacefully surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren on June 25, 2021. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Constance Schuenke, his three dear children, Stacy Godfrey (Richard), Scott Schuenke (Kristina), Kelly Pamperin (Mark). Papa is also survived by his greatest blessing in life,...

Robert John Fischer

Robert John Fischer

Jun 25, 2021

Robert John Fischer, age 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on June 25, 2021. Bob was born in Oconto, WI to Richard and Isabel on September 30, 1928. Bob graduated from Mayville High School in 1946. After graduation, he worked as a Lineman for the Wisconsin Telephone Company. He served in the Army with the 2nd Armored...

Kay Zirkel

Kay Zirkel

Jun 20, 2021

Kay Zirkel, age 80, of Oconomowoc, passed away peacefully at Angel’s Grace surrounded by her family and friends on June 20th, 2021. She was so happy to have just celebrated her 80th birthday on June 5th. Kay is survived by her loving husband of 21 years, Bob; her children Julie (Andrew) Naumann of Oconomowoc and Jennifer (David) Jaeckle of...

Donald Myrle Eckert

Donald Myrle Eckert

Jun 18, 2021

OXFORD, WI - Donald M. Eckert, age 76, of Oxford, passed away, Friday, June 18, 2021 at his home with his family by his side. He was born December 8, 1944 in Watertown, WI to Myrle and Loretta (nee Oschmann) Eckert. He attended a one room schoolhouse in Farmington, WI. He was a 1962 graduate of Watertown High School,...

James E. Dickson, Sr.

James E. Dickson, Sr.

Jun 6, 2021

James E. Dickson Sr., of Dousman, age 90, passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2021. He was born on February 5, 1931 to Monte and Katie (Reed) Dickson in East Rainelle, West Virginia. James is survived by his wife, Lorena; his children, Marsha Kim (Paul) Neumann, Sara Kay (Kenneth) Graham, James Edwin Dickson Jr, Thomas Lee (Toni) Dickson; grandchildren,...

Mary Helen Harms

Mary Helen Harms

Jun 5, 2021

Mary Helen Harms, age 94, passed away peacefully at Angels Grace Hospice on June 5, 2021—surrounded by family and a chorus of early morning birds. She was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin, on October 2, 1926, to William and Mathilda Delmore. Upon her passing, Mary Helen was greeted by family who preceded her in death, including her late husband of...

Donald Ranta

Donald Ranta

Jun 3, 2021

Donald Ranta, age 84, passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Don was born on April 14, 1937 in Michigan to Hjalmer and Lempi Ranta. He married to Barbara Landon in 1960. They made their home in Oconomowoc where they raised three children, Jeffrey Ranta, Mike (Kelly) Ranta and Lori (Darren) Johnson. Donald and Barbara retired and moved to...

John Blazevic

John Blazevic

Jun 2, 2021

John Blazevic, age 93, passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021. He is preceded in death by his wife, Lois. John is survived by his son, Arthur; his dear friend, Patricia; and his nieces and nephews. A Memorial Gathering will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Friday, July 9, 2021 in the Chapel at Holy Cross...

Trudy H Wille

Trudy H Wille

May 29, 2021

Gertrude “Trudy” H. Wille, 71, of Oconomowoc, passed away Saturday May 29, 2021 at Angels Grace Hospice with her family by her side, after a hard-fought battle with Lewy Body Dementia. She was born on December 12, 1949 in Marquette, MI, to Fred and Gwendolen (Millward) Hansen. She graduated from Oconomowoc High School in 1967, where she met the...

Genevieve Grace Hulsopple

Genevieve Grace Hulsopple

May 27, 2021

We would love to invite our Friends and Family to join us for a Memorial Service in Evie's honor. The Service will be held at the Oconomowoc Community Center (Lower Level) on Sunday, June 6th @ 2:30 PM. In lieu of flowers or gifts, we would like to support Children's Hospital of Wisconsin & their continued research & efforts...

Patricia A. Lodes

Patricia A. Lodes

May 27, 2021

At age 80 she passed peacefully with grace and dignity -- just the way she lived her beautiful life. Every life has its ups and downs, and even a few downright stops, but she always took them on with that same grace and so much strength, all while continuing to share endless love and laughter with her family. She...

Jeannine A. Spoerl

Jeannine A. Spoerl

May 26, 2021

Jeannine A. Spoerl, of Ixonia, Wisconsin, age 78, passed away at her home on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 surrounded by her family. She was born on August 4, 1942 to Stanley and Lorraine (Pfeil) Stas in Milwaukee. Jeanie was united in marriage to her husband, Bob, in 1962. She is survived by her husband; and children, Steven (Teri) and...

Dennis "Mel" Luck

Dennis "Mel" Luck

May 25, 2021

Dennis “Mel” “Melby” Luck, of Reeseville, age 63, found peace on May 25, 2021 from complications of MS. He was born on May 12, 1958 in Oconomowoc to Dean and Mardene Luck. Mel spent many years as a meat cutter at neighboring Sentry and Piggly Wiggly stores. Mel was one of the “good guys” with a big heart that...

John Scannell Gardner

John Scannell Gardner

May 25, 2021

John Scannell Gardner, age 92, of Dousman, Wisconsin, died peacefully on May 25, 2021. John was born on September 16, 1928 in Ashland, Wisconsin to Milton and Alyce Gardner. He graduated from Northwestern University School of Engineering in 1951. He was a member of Delta Tau Delta fraternity. He served as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy during...

Dorothy Mae Gilbert

Dorothy Mae Gilbert

May 25, 2021

DELAFIELD - Dorothy M. Gilbert, age 85, passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at her home. She was born January 5, 1936 to Lloyd J. and Dorothy Stapleton. She grew up in North Lake, WI, and graduated from Oconomowoc High School in 1954. She was an avid fan of the Brewers, Packers, and Notre Dame sports. On May 4,...

Richard Ben Spilger

Richard Ben Spilger

May 24, 2021

Richard "Dick" B. Spilger, age 89, of Oconomowoc, entered into the Lord's arms on Monday, May 24, 2021. He was born on January 22, 1932 to Ben and Pauline (Schulz) Spilger in Milwaukee. Dick is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Lois (nee Never); his devoted daughter, Kim (Duane) Koski; his dear daughter-in-law, Deb (Kent) Zunker; his...