Obituaries

Gerald Peter Nelezen

Gerald Peter Nelezen

Feb 25, 2020

OCONOMOWOC - Dr. Gerald Nelezen, 76, of Oconomowoc, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at Froedert Hospital on Tuesday, February 25, 2020. Gerald was born in Wauwatosa, WI on May 30, 1943 to Peter and Theodora Nelezen. Gerald was an exceptional student and athlete in his youth. He graduated Salutatorian of his high school class, then pursued studies...

Betty Ann Kragenbrink

Betty Ann Kragenbrink

Feb 22, 2020

Betty Ann Kragenbrink, age 90, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020. She was born in Oconomowoc on January 18, 1930 to Robert Franklin and Anna (Klassy) Morgan, and enjoyed growing up on the family farm. Betty is survived by her children, Bradley (Barbara) Kragenbrink and Connie (Rodney) Rush. She was beloved grandmother to Benjamin Ryan Bratton, Kelley Ann...

John "Jack" George Smid

John "Jack" George Smid

Feb 22, 2020

OCONOMOWOC - John "Jack" George Smid, age 80, of Oconomowoc, passed away on his 80th birthday, Saturday, February 22, 2020 at AngelsGrace Hospice, surrounded by his family. He was born February 22, 1940 in Chicago, IL to Dr. John and Marie Smid. He attended Marquette University, where he met the love of his life and future wife, Susan Ann...

Mary H Paletti

Mary H Paletti

Feb 19, 2020

OCONOMOWOC - Mary H. Paletti, age 103, passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at Three Pillars Nursing Home in Dousman. She was born March 17, 1916 to Frank and Rosa Battistello in Concord, WI. Funeral Services are pending.

Hermina Katherine Balistreri

Hermina Katherine Balistreri

Feb 17, 2020

Hermina K. Balistreri, age 104, of Dousman, passed away at her home, surrounded by her family, Monday, February 17, 2020. She was born November 17, 1915 in Yellow Medicine, MN to Anton and Julia (nee Toegel) Schenk. Survivors include her four children: Robert (Sue), Cheryl Block, Daniel (Debra), Dennis (Merry), and daughter-in-law Marsha (the late Anthony); Sister in law,...

Chris Mattano

Chris Mattano

Feb 16, 2020

Chris Mattano passed away February 16, 2020 peacefully at his home after a courageous fight with cancer. He will be missed for his sense of humor, love of family and friends, caring personality and his generosity. Born April 11, 1972 in Milwaukee WI, he graduated from Oconomowoc High School, earned an associate degree from WCTC in Automotive Technology and...

William "Bill" A. Klug

William "Bill" A. Klug

Feb 12, 2020

William A. "Bill" Klug (1932 - 2020) passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 12th, surrounded by his family. A visitation will be held from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18th at Holy Name of Jesus, N557 Main Street, Ashippun, WI 53003 (Zion Lutheran Church Building). A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on...

Shirley Eske

Shirley Eske

Feb 8, 2020

Shirley Eske, 86, beloved wife and best friend of Walter Eske, passed into Eternity with her Lord on Saturday, Feb 8 at Marquart Health Center in Watertown. She was born on July 30, 1933, to Robert and Lillian Vinz, and grew up with nine siblings near Golden Lake in the Town of Concord. Shirley married the love of her...

Michael J. Hannon

Michael J. Hannon

Feb 6, 2020

Michael J. Hannon, on February 6th, 2020, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family, Michael’s body was healed as he walked into the arms of our Savior Jesus Christ. Michael leaves behind his lifelong love and anchor, Judy. His adored children, Rick (Nancy) Hannon, Kevin (Michelle) Hannon and Wendy (Dan) Knickelbein. His treasured grandchildren, Jason,...

Jerry Kranzusch

Jerry Kranzusch

Feb 5, 2020

Jerry Kranzusch of Oconomowoc, passed away on February 5, 2020 with his wife of 58 years by his side. At Jerry’s request, there will not be a service. Jerry is survived by his wife, Penny; his “son” Paul; one brother; and many other friends and relatives.

Marilyn Anne Koenig

Marilyn Anne Koenig

Feb 4, 2020

OCONOMOWOC - Marilyn Anne Koenig, age 75, of Oconomowoc, passed away February 4, 2020 at her home. She was born April 18, 1944 in Milwaukee, WI. A private service for her family will be held in the near future. Memorial donations to Lutheran Homes of Oconomowoc, in Marilyn's name would be appreciated.

Betty Jane Pleyte

Betty Jane Pleyte

Feb 1, 2020

Betty Jane Pleyte “Betts” (nee Lee) was born to Jack and Estelle Lee on June 8, 1947, passed away February 1, 2020 at Angel’s Grace Hospice. She is survived by Quinn L. Pleyte and her beloved dog, Toffee. Quinn and Betty were married June 29, 1985. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Estelle Lee and...

Norbert "Norb" G. Kucharski

Norbert "Norb" G. Kucharski

Jan 31, 2020

Norb passed peacefully and with the love of countless family and friends on January 31, 2020, at age 77. Doubtless he is now holding court with other departed loved ones over an unlimited supply of Stone Creek coffee, ice-cold Guinness and Kindle downloads, and in a place where the walleyes are biting and smoking Swisher Sweets is always permitted....

John "J.T." Timothy Froelich

John "J.T." Timothy Froelich

Jan 26, 2020

John “J.T.” T. Froelich, of Milwaukee, WI passed away suddenly at his home, at the age of 52 on Sunday, January 26, 2020. He was born in Milwaukee, WI September 6, 1967.to Dolores and Ernest Froelich. J.T. was passionate about fishing, and loved his family. He owned a painting company in Milwaukee for many years. He will be remembered...

Claudia Schneible

Claudia Schneible

Jan 19, 2020

Claudia Schneible (nee Fox), age 72, passed away at her home on January 19, 2020 in Helenville. She was born February 14, 1947 to Alice and William Fox. Claudia is survived by her husband, Richard; step-daughter, Dawn; and two step-grandchildren. She was a loving sister to Peter (Shari) Galdick, and Kathy Wages; loving aunt to Cari, Lori, Loni, Craig,...

David Lee Steves

David Lee Steves

Jan 17, 2020

DELAFIELD - David Lee Steves, age 89, of Delafield, passed away Friday, January 17, 2020 at his home. He was born January 4, 1931 in Phoenix, NY to John Rexford and Frances Leona (nee Harke) Steves. David served his country honorably in the Navy during the Korean War as a boiler technician. In civilian life, he was a truck...

Roberta Eleanor Engebretson

Roberta Eleanor Engebretson

Jan 14, 2020

OCONOMOWOC - Roberta Eleanor Engebretson, age 77, of Oconomowoc, passed away January 14, 2020, at Three Pillars Nursing Home in Dousman. She was born February 17, 1942, in Oconomowoc to Wesley Schroeder and Eleanor (née Powell) Peterson. A graduate of Oconomowoc Senior High School, class of 1959; Longtime employee of Fox Brothers Piggly Wiggly in Oconomowoc where she was...

Donna  S. Marose

Donna S. Marose

Jan 13, 2020

Donna S. Marose born on December 5, 1959, of Sullivan, WI passed away on January 13, 2020 after a short battle with lung cancer. She is survived by her two daughters Nikki and Jackie Cvijanovic; brothers Paul (Kay) Marose and John (Sue) Marose and many relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Harold and Doris...

Karen Ann Schweizer

Karen Ann Schweizer

Jan 11, 2020

Karen Ann Schweizer passed peacefully on January 11, 2020 at age 74 with family by her side. She was born to Roland and Kathryn Hunsader on June 9, 1945 in Watertown, WI. She was raised in Fort Atkinson, WI and attended Edgewood College in Madison, WI. Karen married Thomas Schweizer on December 30, 1967. They had two daughters, Laura...

Joyce M. Norton

Joyce M. Norton

Jan 8, 2020

Oconomowoc - Joyce M. Norton, age 88, of Oconomowoc, passed away Wednesday, January 8th, 2020 at AngelsGrace Hospice, with her family by her side. She was born August 21, 1931 in Monroe, WI to Albert and Emma Speich. She trained in Medical Technology at Northwest Technical School in Minneapolis, MN. She was a lab and X-ray technician at the...