Obituaries

Bruce A. Christianson

Bruce A. Christianson

Aug 18, 2020

Bruce Christianson, 88, passed away peacefully on Tuesday August 18, 2020. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Howard and Pauline (Ziegler) Christianson. He was preceded in death by his wife Willa Christianson and his son Howard Christianson. He leaves behind his beloved daughter Amy Downey, his son in law Bernie Downey and his grandson Evan Downey....

Richard Fred Keck

Richard Fred Keck

Aug 15, 2020

Oconomowoc - After a lifetime blessed by the love of family and friends, Richard “Dick” Fred Keck peacefully entered eternal life on Aug 15th, 2020 at the age of 79 rejoining his patiently waiting bride Cynthia Johnson Keck. Proud father of Peter Edward Keck, Daniel John Keck, and Barbara Ann Keck. Loving grandfather of Brittan, Morgan, Kayla, Alex, Kevin,...

Nathan D. Grebe

Nathan D. Grebe

Aug 13, 2020

Nathan D. Grebe, age 19, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 13th. He was born on July 4, 2001 to Becky Ranguette and Daniel Grebe in Oconomowoc. Nathan’s charismatic personality touched so many people, and he was loved by everyone. His favorite past time growing up was hunting and fishing with his father and grandfather and spending time at...

Rosanne Steuber

Rosanne Steuber

Aug 12, 2020

Rosanne “Chip” Steuber passed away peacefully Wednesday August 12th 2020 after a battle with cancer at the young age of 58 years old. She survived by her loving family; husband Ned, two sons Andrew and Daniel, daughter in-law Liz, and two grandchildren Natalie(3yr) and Noah(6mo). Along with her two sisters Debbie and Suzie and their respected families. Rosanne was...

Eilleen  D. Peterson

Eilleen D. Peterson

Aug 12, 2020

Eilleen D. Peterson (Cramer), age 84, went to be with the Lord on August 12, 2020. She was born on April 9, 1936 to Clarence and Delores Cramer in Dousman, Wisconsin. Eilleen is survived by her beloved husband of 65 years, Cyrus; her children Deborah (Donald) Goerke, Scott (Helen) Peterson, Cindy (Dee) Anderson, Peggy (Steve) Baumann; her grandchildren Mindi...

Donald Patrick Wolfert

Donald Patrick Wolfert

Aug 10, 2020

Dr. Donald Patrick Wolfert, a beloved father and grandfather passed away unexpectedly. Don passed at the age of 70 on August 10th, 2020. The son of the late Clement Wolfert and Angeline Wolfert was born on March 10th, 1950. Don was known for his kind and fun spirit. It was fitting that he helped many have beautiful smiles through...

Frank Eli Swartz

Frank Eli Swartz

Aug 7, 2020

OCONOMOWOC- Frank Eli Swartz, Jr., age 86, of Oconomowoc, passed away Friday, August 7, 2020, at his lake home, surrounded by his family. He was born March 7, 1934, in Waukesha, WI, to Frank and Julia Swartz. Frank grew up on the family farm in Waukesha, graduating from Waukesha High School in 1952. He was a truck driver who...

Mark Alan Hanson

Mark Alan Hanson

Aug 5, 2020

Mark Alan Hanson, age 65, passed away on August 5, 2020 at AngelsGrace surrounded by his family. He was born in Milwaukee, WI on December 30, 1954 to Robert and Joanne Hanson. Mark and Andrea met in San Diego, CA in 2016 and married in 2018. He retired from the trucking business and they moved back to Wisconsin that...

Rosalie "Rosie" Ruck

Rosalie "Rosie" Ruck

Aug 3, 2020

Rosalie “Rosie” Ruck, age 96, passed away the evening before her 97th birthday at Three Pillars. She was born August 4, 1923 to Fred and Anna Bretz in Ashippun, Wisconsin. Rosie was a professional musician. She started playing the piano at age 3. She received her Bachelor’s degree from Metropolitan State College of Denver in 1949 in Music. She...

Jane L. Loebsack

Jane L. Loebsack

Aug 2, 2020

Delafield, WI - Jane L. Loebsack (nee Reicher) entered eternal peace on August 2, 2020 at the age of 90. She was born September 11, 1929, in Dyersville, Iowa, the beloved daughter of the late George and Elizabeth Reicher. Jane married her husband, the late Keith A. Loebsack on January 5, 1952. She was a dedicated wife and mother,...

Dr. William B. Thiel

Dr. William B. Thiel

Aug 1, 2020

Dr. William B. Thiel of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, age 93, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2020. He was born on April 19, 1927 to Ignatz and Dora Thiel in Livingston, Illinois. During his childhood, William performed as an entertainer in vaudeville shows as a tap dancer, accordionist and vocalist in the Chicago area. He won the Morris Sachs Amateur...

Mills C. Perry

Mills C. Perry

Jul 31, 2020

Mills C. Perry passed away peacefully at Angels Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin on July 31, 2020, surrounded by his family at the age of 92. Mills was born in Meriden, Connecticut on November 7, 1927. He served briefly in the United States Army before attending Bryant College in Providence, Rhode Island where he earned his degree in accounting...

Gerald E. Falkner

Gerald E. Falkner

Jul 30, 2020

Gerald E. Falkner, age 84, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2020 in Oconomowoc. He was born December 13, 1935 to Gerald and Loretta Falkner in Milwaukee. Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Mary; his children, Jill (Mike) Farina, Jeri (Larry Hall) Brannon, Jeanne (Roy) Pikus and Matt (Sandy) Falkner; his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in...

Carol Jean Wilson

Carol Jean Wilson

Jul 28, 2020

On Tuesday, July 28, 2020, Carol Jean Merrett Wilson loving mother of four passed away at the age of 90. Carol was born in Toledo, Ohio on Christmas Eve in 1929 to Madeline Tanner Merrett and Earl Merrett. Most of her childhood was spent in Manitowoc, Wi where she graduated high school in 1948. She attended briefly Northwestern University...

Vickie June Geier

Vickie June Geier

Jul 27, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Vickie June Geier announce her peaceful passing on July 27th, 2020 at the age of 73. Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends. Vickie was born August 8th, 1946 in Chicago Heights, Illinois to Benton and June (Atkinson) Fiedler. She was a devout Christian and lived her...

Bruce E. Ferris

Bruce E. Ferris

Jul 26, 2020

Bruce E. Ferris, age 66, passed away at his home on Sunday, July 26, 2020. He was born on October 8, 1953 to John and Marie Ferris in Green Bay. Bruce grew up in Milwaukee, he lived most of his life in Sullivan and Clintonville and then back to Sullivan in retirement. Bruce is survived by his loving devoted...

Thomas Robert Brazelton

Thomas Robert Brazelton

Jul 25, 2020

BROOKFIELD — Thomas R. Brazelton, age 73, of Brookfield, passed away, Saturday, July 25th at AngelsGrace in Oconomowoc, with his family by his side. He was born March 11, 1947, in Waukesha, to Gilbert and Lorraine Brazelton. Thomas served honorably in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. In civilian life, he was a supervisor with Cooper Industries for...

John W. Dahm

John W. Dahm

Jul 24, 2020

John William Dahm entered his eternal resting place on July 24, 2020 at home in Oconomowoc with his wife, Janet, by his side. John was born to John and Gaynell Dahm and grew up in Oak Park, Illinois. He graduated from Oak Park High School and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Concordia Teachers College, Seward, Nebraska. John...

Gloria J. Schmaelzle

Gloria J. Schmaelzle

Jul 23, 2020

Gloria J. Schmaelzle, age 82, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020. She was born on June 14, 1938 to Herbert and Marge (Leenow) Schmaelzle in Milwaukee. Gloria is survived by her cousins and friends. She retired from the Electric Company. A private burial will be held Pinelawn Memorial Park and a Celebration of Gloria’s Life will be held...

Warren R. Pike

Warren R. Pike

Jul 22, 2020

Warren R. Pike, age 86, passed away on July 22, 2020 surrounded by family at AngelsGrace Hospice. He was born in Waukesha, WI on December 3, 1933 to Louis and Blodwen Pike. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Margaret “Marty”; his children Wendy Roberts, Kurt Pike, Laurie (Mark) Zachow, and Kathy (Craig) Fleming; his grandchildren Joshua...