Obituaries

Aug 23, 2014

Reverend Maurice R. Olson, 83, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, August 23, 2014. Loving husband of Esther (nee Vuori) Olson for 49 years; Beloved father of Terry (Debby) Olson; Proud grandfather of Jessica Howard, Mellissa Winter, and Jacob (Lisa) and Joshua (Emily) Olson; Proud great-grandfather of Alyssa and Garrett Howard, Gabrielle Winter, and Stella...

Aug 22, 2014

Richard E. Fischer., passed away at his home on August 22, 2014, at the age of 78 surrounded by his family. Richard put up a courageous fight against cancer. Richard is survived by his wife Barbara (of 57 years), and by two sons, Thomas and William (Robbin) and daughter, Karen LaPorte. He is also, survived by his loving sister, Judith...

Aug 19, 2014

Nancy A. Hendrickson, age 78, surrounded by her family, entered peacefully into her new life with Jesus, August 19, 2014. Beloved wife of Robert for 59 years; loving mom of Gary (Laurie), Karen (Alan) Wegenke, and Gregg (Jeanine); proud grandma of 8 grandchildren - Brandon (Kristin) and their children James and June, Sara (Jason) Kempen and their children Hadley and...

Aug 18, 2014

Gertrude "Trudy" Dietzel, age 84. Born into Eternal Life August 18, 2014. Loving mother of Dennis, Steve, and Anita (Martin) Kelly; proud grandmother of Constance, John, and Corinna; cherished sister of Hedy Hirt; also survived by sister-in-law Lee Tal. Further survived by nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents Wilhelm and Frances (nee Konig) Tal,...

Aug 17, 2014

Steckbauer, Marion M., 89, born to eternal life August 17. Loving mother of Marjorie (Michael) Krauski, their children; Kristyn and Jonathan, Thomas (Barbara), their children; the late Tammy and Tracy, David (Renee) their children; Kathlyn and Jered, great-grandmother of 11, dear sister of Robert (Dee) Nenning, Gerri (Ray) Olson, Dorothy (Charles) French, and Donald Nenning. Further survived by extended family...

Aug 12, 2014

(nee Schmeling) Born January 7, 1926 in Milwaukee, WI, went to be with the Lord on August 12, 2014. She was 88 years old. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl E. Lange, brothers James Schmeling, Jerome Schmeling, and William Schmeling. Survived by her daughter Darlene (Gerald) Voss; siblings, Joyce (Norman) Germany, Richard Schmeling, Maurice Schmeling, and Leslie...

Aug 11, 2014

Evelyn Marie Blattner, age 85, of Independence, KS passed away Monday, August 11, 2014 at Mercy Hospital in Independence.Evelyn was born August 19, 1928 in Wathena, KS, the daughter of Conrad W. and Minnie Emma (Fecht) Nitz. She graduated from Independence Public schools in 1946 and was graduated from Independence Community College in 1948. After graduating from ICC she moved...

Aug 10, 2014

Spannbauer, Janet A.(nee Baszynski)Joseph age 93. Died August 8, 2014. Janet age 91. Died August 10, 2014.Blessed with 66 years of marriage. Loving parents of Dale, Lee (Mary) andTim (Teri). Proud grandparents of Kelly (Andrew) Meyer, Dale Jr. (Lisa)Spannbauer, Nicholas (Kelli) Spannbauer, Susan (Tim) Grover, Lisa (Stephen)White, Kristi (Shawn) McClosky, Chad (Stephanie) Spannbauer, PaulSpannbauer, Katherine (Shawn) Rumpel and Joseph (Jeanie)...

Aug 9, 2014

Sorensen, Dorothy Mae (nee Wrede), August 9, 2014. Age 90. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wayne. Loving mother of Tom (Terri) and Bob (Sue). Cherished grandmother of Kevin, Rob, Amy, and Carey. Caring great-grandmother of Zoie Rae and Dylan. Further survived by other relatives and friends. "A special thanks to the two Kims who gave kind and gentle...

Aug 8, 2014

Spannbauer, Joseph F.Joseph age 93. Died August 8, 2014. Janet age 91. Died August 10, 2014.Blessed with 66 years of marriage. Loving parents of Dale, Lee (Mary) andTim (Teri). Proud grandparents of Kelly (Andrew) Meyer, Dale Jr. (Lisa)Spannbauer, Nicholas (Kelli) Spannbauer, Susan (Tim) Grover, Lisa (Stephen)White, Kristi (Shawn) McClosky, Chad (Stephanie) Spannbauer, PaulSpannbauer, Katherine (Shawn) Rumpel and Joseph (Jeanie) Spannbauer.Blessed...

Aug 7, 2014

Jeremy John Orlowski, 34, of Wilmington, died Thursday, August 7, 2014, at home.Jeremy was born December 3, 1979 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Jeremy was born and raised in West Allis, Wisconsin, the older of two children. Jeremy loved his little sister dearly and protected her, as a big brother would always do. He loved to play baseball and hockey. But most of...

Aug 4, 2014

Shapiro, Marianne K. "formerly Rice"(Nee Lym)Age 79. Of Tempe, AZ formerly of Wauwatosa.Left this world surrounded by her loving husband,James, and her family to join her loved ones in heaven.Beloved wife of James. Cherished mother ofMary (Randy) Bobinger, Susan (Todd) Boos,Kitty Rice, Dan (Julie) Rice and Mike (Denise)Rice. Loved by eight grandchildren and ninegreat grandchildren. Beloved sister-in-law ofEllen (Tom) Davan,...

Aug 3, 2014

Age 95. Died peacefully on August 3, 2014. Loving husband of Helen. Proud Dad of Jack (Linda), and Tom (Cindy). Grandpa of Sara (Les) Papp, John (Tiffany), Jaclyn (John) Kirch, Tim (Lisa), and Meggan (Derek) Kerr. Great-grandpa to Marissa, Rylie, Jonathan, and Kendall. Jake proudly served in the US Army, having fought in the Battle of the Bulge where he...

Jul 31, 2014

Services are private

Jul 31, 2014

Jul 28, 2014

Kasten, Dorothy S., 101, died peacefully in her sleep July 28, 2014. Loving mother of Judy, the late Nancy, Linda (Jim), and Kim, as well as extended family and friends. Private services held.

Jul 27, 2014

Ginn, Dennis L., 55, born to eternal life July 27, 2014. Son of Erma and the late Bob Ginn, brother of Rita, Anita Castro, and Rusty Ginn, father of Jesse and Justin Hutchenson and Brandy Toy, and long-time companion of Audrey Genaw. Inurnment in Forest Hill Cemetery.

Jul 27, 2014

Shaw, Marguerite B. "Marge", 90, born to eternal life July 29, 2014. Loving mother of Georgie Sellin, Jerry (Lynn) Lemler, Scott (Kelly) Shaw, Jan (Joseph) Olkowski, and Jimmy Shaw. Step-sister of Leta Verbeten. Grandmother of 15. Great-grandmother of 17. Great-great grandmother of 1. Further survived by extended family and friends. Preceded in death by her husbands; Lloyd Lemler and James...

Jul 27, 2014

(nee Treutelaar) Age 84. Went peacefully while surrounded by family at Zilber Family Hospice on July 27, 2014. Loving wife of Robert. Loving and beloved mother of Danette, Carey (Grant) Barr, Nancy (Kevin) Rickhoff, and Michael (Michele). Cherished Grammy of Alex, Robbie, Nathan, Madison, Austin, Greta, Hazel, and Abby.

Jul 26, 2014

Rita Ann Lufkin (nee Wood), passed peacefully on July 26, 2014 at the age of 79. Rita was born on July 26, 1935 to Minnie and Rubon Wood in Barron, Wisconsin. Lovingly survived by her husband of 60 years, Fran Lufkin; daughters Shelby (Gary) Styne, Kathy (Bill) Herrema, Bobbi (Marty) Kintop, Chris (Kurt Lembke), Rosalie (Bob) Scaffidi, and Mary (Steve)...