- Surname Index

## Harvey R. Elert

M, b. 07 March 1927, d. 18 February 2001
Harry R. Elert, funeral services were held Tuesday at Faith Lutheran Church in Cedarburg, Ozauke County, Wisconsin, USA for Harry R. Elert of Cedarburg, who died at the age of 73 years on 18 February 2001. Interment was at Highland Memorial Park in New Berlin, Waukesha County. Mr. Elert was born on 07 March 1927 in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, son of Harry and Gladys (Petersen) Elert. He was a retired employee of Briggs & Stratton, and served in the United States Navy during WW II aboard the USS Wiseman DE667. He was survived by wife Emily, of 52 years, three children, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by sister-in-law Evelyn Wanke.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Elert's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 22 February 2001]

## Cyril V. Larson

M, b. 07 September 1921, d. 22 February 2001
Cyril V. Larson, also known as Cy, funeral services were held today 26 February 2001 for Cyril V. Larson who died at the age of 79 years on 22 February 2001. Visitation was held at Schramka-Densow Funeral Home, 423 N. Main Street, Thiensville, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, USA followed by an afternoon service. Mr. Larson was a member of Mequon Howard J. Schroeder American Legion Post 457 and the Meqon-Theinsville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9207. He was survived by his wife, Mae (Wong) Larson, four children, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Lartson's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 26 February 2001]

## Richard L. Curley

M, b. 29 May 1924, d. 19 February 2001
Richard L. Curley, also known as Dick, a memorial service was held Sunday at Community United Methodist Church in Cedarburg, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, USA for Richard L. Curley of West Bend, Washington County, formerly of Cedarburg, who died at the age of 76 years on 19 February 2001. Reverend Pete Peterson and Reverend Lowell Bartel officiated at the ceremony. Inurnment took place at Zur Ruhe Cemetery in Cedarburg. Mr. Curley was born on 29 May 1924 in Royal Oak, Oakland County, Michigan, son of Laine and Florence (Hanson) Curley. He married Barbara Cooper on 12 June 1949 in Madison, Dane County. Richard served in the United States Army Air Force in WWII in China in the Photo Division and was a member of the 14th Air Force Association. Mr. Curley graduated from Universite of Wisconsin-Madison Campus in 1949 and received a master degree in 1950. He was a member of Community United Methodist Church in Cedarburg and worked as an agricultural researcher at Nitragin Company in Milwaukee. He was survived by his wife, Barbara of West Bend, three children, and seven grandchildren. Mr. Curley was preceded in death by a son Bruce Curley.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Curley's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 26 February 2001]

## Earl Allen Buswell

M, b. 13 April 1923, d. 25 February 2001
Earl Allen Buswell, also known as Buzz, of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA was born to eternal life at the age of 77 years on 25 February 2001 at St. Joseph Community Hospital. Earl was born on 13 April 1923 in Kiel, Manitowoc County, son of Walter and Thekla (Mueller) Buswell. He graduated from Kiel High School in 1941. Earl served in the United States Army from 1943-46 during World War II, in both the European and Pacific Theaters. On 31 August 1946, he married Elaine D. Thielke at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Louis Corners. Earl graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Platteville Campus in 1951, He taught school in Mellen for two years and later at Kewaskum High School for over 32 years, retiring in 1985. He was survived by his wife Elaine of 54 years, three children, six grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, and one a great-granddaughter. Earl was a member of St. Lucas Lutheran Church of Kewaskum, Washington County, was past commander of the Kewaskum Robert G. Romaine American Legion Post 384 and a charter member and secretary for over 10 years of the Kewaskum Lions Club. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, 27 February at the Phillip Funeral Home of West Bend where Pastor Timothy A. Henning officiated. Visitation at the funeral home was on Tuesday before services. Interment was in Washington County Memorial Park, West Bend on Wednesday.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Buswell's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 26 February 2001]

## Harlan A. Nickasch

M, b. 26 October 1923, d. 26 February 2001
Harlan A. Nickasch of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, formerly of Appleton, Outgamie County died at the age of 77 years on Monday, 26 Feb 2001 at his residence. Harlan was born on 26 October 1923, in Appleton, son of Ruben and Stella (Schultz) Nickasch. He was graduated from Appleton High School. Harlan attended the University of Missouri along with naval training in Columbia, Missouri, and diesel engineering school in Detroit, Michigan. He entered the United Statres Navy in 1942 and served as a "frogman," now known as the Navy Seals, and was injured in setting a depth charge off Borneo. Following a stay in a Medford, Oregon hospital, he was discharged on 15 December 1945. Harlan married Joan L. Liesche the same day at the Camp White post chapel in Medford. He was employed at the West Bend News, Serigraph Printing and later Kettle Moraine Treatment Center. Harlan loved to golf and travel, and was a past member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church and a member of the West Bend Lt. Ray Diskop American Legion Post 36 and Fred A. Schaefer Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1393. He was survived by his wife, four children, seven grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were a brother and a sister. Funeral services were held on Thursday, 01 March 2001 at the Phillip Funeral Home of West Bend where Reverend Victor Hackbarth officiated. Interment was at Southeastern Wisconsin Veteran's Cemetery on Friday. Visitation at the funeral home was on Wednesday evening and on Thursday in the afternoon.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Nickasch's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 27 February 2001]

## Peter G. Brumm

M, b. 08 May 1928, d. 27 February 2001
Peter G. Brumm, 72, of Cecil, Shawano County, Wisconsin, USA passed away at the age of 72 years on Tuesday, 27 February 2001 at the Cedar Lake Home Campus in West Bend. Peter was born on 08 May 1928 in Hartford, Washington County, son of Wendeline and Vina (Gehl) Brumm. Peter served his country in the United States Army and was a member of the Cecil American Legion Post 392, the Shawano Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2723, and the Shawano County 40 & 8 Club. He was also a member of St. Martin Catholic Church in Cecil. Preceding him in death were two brothers, John and William. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Thursday, 01 March at St. Kilian Catholic Church in Hartford where Father Michael Petrie officiated. Interment was in Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Hartford. The family greeted relatives and friends on Thursday at the church.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Brumm's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 28 February 2001]

## Andrew Gerard Nelson

M, b. 02 January 1916, d. 29 January 2011
Andrew Gerard Nelson of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA passed away at the age of 95 years on 29 January 2011 at Cedar Lake Health and Rehabilitation Center. Andrew was born in Sheffield, Warren County, Pennsylvania on 02 January 1916, son of Elmer William Henry Nelson and Esther Marie Lindgren Nelson. He attended business college, worked for the Civilian Conservation Corps in Washington, D.C., during the Depression, attended Purdue University and spent several years working in the Canal Zone, where he also studied Spanish at the University of Panama. During World War II, he served the United States Army in Panama and the Canal Zone, carrying out classified assignments and eventually attaining the rank of sergeant. After discharge, he returned to Purdue University, where he graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering. While there, Andrew met Helen Bixler. They married in 1949 and settled in Milwaukee, where Andrew worked as a lab technician and finally as chief engineer for the heating and ventilation division of Mueller Climatrol. For several years they lived in Waterford. Racine County and in the early 1970s in Hightstown, Mercer County, New Jersey. For many years, Andrew was active as an organist for the Lutheran church and was an avid stamp collector. After retiring at the age of 65 years, Andrew and Helen moved to Oxford, Marquette County, where he enjoyed gardening and volunteer outdoor work, helping in the ongoing recovery of the bluebird population by building and installing bluebird boxes. At the age of 72, he took up weaving, which became an abiding passion. Over the next 20 years, he created hundreds of intricate and beautiful rugs and wall hangings, several featured in Handwoven Magazine. Andrew and Helen moved to West Bend in the mid 1990s, residing at Cedar Ridge Apartments. Helen passed away in 2007. Andrew was survived by his two daughters and one grandson. He was predeceased by two sisters, Jane McIntosh and Doris Pastrick. In accordance with Andrew’s wishes, there was no service.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Nelsdon's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 01 February 2011]

## Donald F. Geier

M, b. 07 November 1940, d. 31 January 2011
Donald F. Geier a funeral service was held on Friday, 04 February 2011 at Grace Lutheran Church, Grafton, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, USA for Donald F. Geier, of Saukville, who passed away at the age of 70 years on 31 Januaru 2011 at the Horizon Hospice Inpatient Unit of Columbia St. Mary’s Ozaukee. Visitation was at Mueller Funeral Home, W63 N527 Hanover Avenue, Cedarburg on 03 February. Interment took place at Zur Ruhe Cemetery. Donald was born in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County on 07 November 1940, son of Clarence and Josephine (Sekas) Geier. He grew up in Mequon. After high school graduation in 1959, Donald enlisted and became a member of the 32nd Air National Guard. He married Susan Brohm on 07 September 1963 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cedarburg. They moved to
Saukville in 1995. Donald was employed as a machinist at Bolens FMC until the company left the area. He was an avid NASCAR fan. Donald enjoyed being in his garage working on old cars, small engines and making tractor repairs. He loved plowing snow. Donald was also a hunter, fisher and trap shooter. He was a lifetime member of the Amateur Trapshooting Association. Donald had a lot of struggles and health issues over the years which he fought the good fight through it all. He is survived by his beloved wife, Susan, of Saukville; two sons and four granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his parents.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Geier's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washingtom Daily News on 03 February 2011]

## Gerald W. Kocher

M, b. 20 September 1933, d. 01 February 2011
Gerald W. Kocher, also known as Jerry, passed away at the age of 77 years on Tuesday, 01 February 2011. Gerald was born on 20 September 1933, in West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA son of Harold and Julia (Weston) Kocher. He was born and raised in the West Bend area and was a graduate of West Bend High School. During high school, Jerry worked on the Schneiss and the Ziegler family farms. After high school, Jerry enlisted as a proud member of the United States Army. He married Irene C. Boden on 05 May 1956 at Holy Angels Catholic Church in West Bend. Gerald worked at Graff Masonry, owned an excavating company, worked for the City of West Bend and Fuge Plumbing & Heating. For many years, he owned and operated Kocher Heating & Sheet Metal. Later, he worked at Tennies Hardware, and for many years he installed fences. Gerald was a 35 year member of the West Bend Fire Department and was the Scoutmaster for the Boys Scouts and Cub Scouts for the troops at both St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church and the Moose Lodge. He was a member of the West Bend Fred A. Schaefer Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1393 and a Life Member of the West Bend Lt. Ray Dickop American Legion Post 36. Gerald was survived by three children, five grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his wife, Irene; parents; brother, Ron Kocher; sisters, June Fields and Dawn Dust; and brothers-and sisters-in-law. A Mass of Christian burial was on Friday, 04 February at St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church, 1025 South 7th Avenue, West Bend, where Reverend Jeffrey Haines presided. Visitation was on Friday before Mass. Interment took place at Washington County Memorial Park, West Bend.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Samaritan Nursing Home, the Kathy Hospice, Gerald’s neighbors the Schneiss Family, Ron Champney, the Jerry Modor family and the Frank Salter family.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Kocher's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 03 February 2011]

## Robert E. Laetsch

M, b. 08 July 1928, d. 02 February 2011
Robert E. Laetsch, also known as Bob, of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA found Eternal peace with God at the age of 82 years on Wednesday, 02 February 2011 at Angels Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc, Waukesha County. Robert was born on 08 July 1928, in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, son of Otto and Anna (Addicks) Laetsch. Robert was baptized as a child of God on 18 August 1928, and confirmed on 24 May 1942, at Divine Charity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Milwaukee. On 23 April 1949, he was united in marriage to Lucille Doege. Robert served his country honorably in the United States Army. He worked for the City of Milwaukee Police Department. Robert retired in 1981 and he and Lucie moved from Milwaukee to Minocqua, Oneida County. In 1994, they made West Bend their home. Robert was a member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Zion Church Choir. He was a member of the Retired Police Association of Milwaukee, Milwaukee American Legion Police Post 415 and WELSMEN. Robert was the beloved husband of Lucie and father of three children and grandfaher of two. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, George Laetsch. A Christian memorial service was held Saturday, 05 February at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, 6438 Highway D, Allenton, Washington County. The Reverend Steve Bode officiated. Visitation was at the church. Inurnment followed in Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Laetsch's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 04 February 2011]

## Fredrich Achterberg

M, b. 24 December 1937, d. 02 February 2011
Fredrich C. Achterberg, also known as Fred, of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA passed away at the age of 73 years on Thursday, 03 February 2011, surrounded by his family. Fred was born on 24 December 1937, in Omro, Winnebago County, son of Paul and Esther (Rice) Achterberg. He grew up in the West Bend area and served in the United States Army. Fred later became the branch manager for Glidden Paints in Brookfield, Waukesha County and Green Bay, Brown County. He was the owner of DéCor Inc., a family contractor and decorating business, for over 30 years until his retirement in 2003. He was a member and past governor of the West Bend Moose Lodge 1398. Fred also helped build the new addition to the lodge. He was a member of the West Bend Lt. Ray Dickop American Legion Post 36. Fred enjoyed and had many fond memories of hunting, boating and fishing on the Menomonie River at the Wisconsin border at Rivers Bend Campground for many years with his children and grandchildren. Fred was survived by his spouse of 50 years, Janice, his three children, and his eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister; three brothers; and parents-in-law, Russ and Reese Kent. A memorial service was held on 11 Friday February at the Phillip Funeral Home Chapel in West Bend where the Reverend Gerald Brittain presided. Visitation was held at the funeral home on Friday, 11 February. Interment followed at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Achterberg's obituary published by the Ozaukee-Washington Daly News on 09 February 2011 and from the American The Last Bugle of June 2011]

## Steven Schloemer

M, b. 03 January 1966, d. 09 February 2011
Steven Schloemer passed away at the age of 45 years on 09 February 2011 at his home in Olathe, Johnson County, Kansas, USA. Memorial Services were held on Tuesday, 15 February 2011 at St. Paul Catholic Church in Olathe. Visitation was prior to the memorial service. Steven was born on 03 January 1966 in West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin. He attended grade school and high school in West Bend, graduating from West Bend East. He went and joined the military out of high school and served nine years in the Navy, serving in Desert Storm. Steven married his high school sweetheart Denise Batinich on 25 January 1991. They had one son. Steven worked for Burger King in management for 14 years. He was preceded in death by his father, both grandmothers and grandfathers. Stenen was survived by his wife Denise; his son; his mother and stepfather, Kathy and Frank McGinley, and his motherin-law, Mary Ann Batinich. Steven will be remembered as a die hard Packer fan. Go Packers!
[extracted and edited from Mr. Schloemer's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 12 February 2011]

## Mark A. Mey

M, b. 07 April 1937, d. 10 February 2011
Mark A. Mey of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA passed away at the age of 73 years on Thursday, 10 February 2011 at St. Joseph Hospital in the town of Polk. Mark was born on 07 April 1937 in the family home in Newburg, son of Alfred and Alice (Gerlach) Mey. He attended West Bend High School and graduated in the class of 1955. Following high school, Mark attended Valparaiso University, and the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Campus. After college, he enlisted in the Wisconsin National Guard serving in West Bend and was called to active duty and stationd in Ft. Louis, Washington. On 09 August 1969, Mark was united in marriage to the love of his life, LaVonne Nagel, in Belle Plaine, Scott County, Minnesota. Mark enjoyed a long career in sales and worked with many companies over the years, including Northwestern Publishing House, Mallard Coach Inc, Hent-zen Chemical Coating and Meis Products. He was a long time member of Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church in West Bend. His service to the church included various lay leadership positions and he enjoyed singing in the church choir. In his free time, Mark enjoyed traveling, reading and gardening. Mark was survived by his wife, LaVonne. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Alice Mey; his infant brother, James Donald Mey; and his father-in-law, Louis Nagel. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, 15 February 2011at Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church, 777 Indiana Avenue, West Bend. Visitation was at the church on Tuesday prior to the service. Entombment followed in Washington County Memorial Park, West Bend on Wednesday.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Mey's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 12 February 2011]

## Ronald W. Ladwig

M, b. 12 April 1928, d. 14 February 2011
Ronald W. Ladwig, also known as Ron, of Jackson, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA died at the age of 82 years on 14 February 2011 at Cedar Lake Health and Rehabilitation Center in the town of West Bend. Ronald was born on 12 April 1928 in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, son of Walter and Irma (Riebe) Ladwig. On 30 December 1950, he was united in marriage to Evangeline Suhm at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Milwaukee. Ronald enlisted in the United States Army, served during the Korean Conflict. Following his discharge, he returned to the Milwaukee area. In 1962, he and his family moved to Hubertus where he resided until settling in Jackson in 1970. Ronald worked as a tool and die maker for many years at both Lakeside Bridge & Steel and also for Rose Company in Milwaukee. After his retirement he was employed part time with Jim Murray Inc. in Germantown. Ronald had a great love of the outdoors and shared that with his family by taking yearly trips “up north” to Mercer. He was an avid fisherman and hunter in his younger years. He enjoyed fishing on inland lakes as well as Lake Michigan. He was a former member of the Great Lakes Sport Fisher-men Club, Ozaukee County. Ronald had a great love of animals and will surely be missed by his best bud, Charlie (his Brittany Spaniel). He was a charter member of Living Word Lutheran Church where he was active in different areas. He was also a member of the Jackason Memorial Veterans of Foreigh Wars Post 7240. Ronald was survived by four children, six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Evangeline, two children Dennis Ladwig and Cindy Nichols, two brothers Tom and Jim, two sisters Ruth and Carol, one brother-in-law Richard Hug and three sisters-in-law Toni Suhm, Judy Suhm and Karen Ladwig. Funeral service was held on Saturday, 19 February at the Living Word Lutheran Church, 2240 Living Word Lane, Jackson, with military honors. The family greeted relatives and friends at the church.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Ladwid's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 18 February 2011]

## Daniel T. Sauer

M, b. 26 August 1932, d. 15 February 2011
Daniel T. Sauer of the town of Addison, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA died at the age of 78 years on Tuesday, 15 February 2011 at the Hartford Care Center. Daniel was born on 26 August 1932, in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, son of Elmer and Olga (Fritz) Sauer. When he was an infant, the family moved to a farm in the town of Addison, where Daniel lived the reminder of his life. In 1951, he enlisted in the United States Army, serving in Korea. Following his discharge, he returned to the Allenton area. On 15 September 1956, Daniel was united in marriage to Mary P. Buch at St. Peter Catholic Church in Slinger. Mary predeceased him on 22 June 2004. For many years, Daniel ran the family farm. After retiring from farming, he continued to care for the land and also operated a hobby farm. In addition to farming, he worked at the former Don's Elevator, the former Kasten Manufacturing, and retired from Amerigas in the early 1990s, where he worked as a delivery driver. Daniel was very active with the Allenton Fohl-Martin American Legion Post 483. He served in various positions, including post commander from 1970-1974, vice commander in 1960, 1969 and 1973, adjutant from 1967-1968 and county commander in 1979. He was also a member of the 40 & 8 Club, the Allenton Bowling Association and the Holy Name Society. He assisted in helping to organize and form the Allenton Youth Association. A favorite pastime was playing cards, mainly sheepshead.
Daniel was survived by three children, six grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by one sister Victoria (Walter) Ritger, his parents-in-law Raymond and Beatrice Buch, a brother-in-law Joel Ciriacks, one niece Carol Theisen and one nephew Jerry Mueller. A Mass of Christian burial was held on Monday, 21 February at Resurrection Catholic Church in Allenton where the Reverend Richard Stoffel presided. Burial followed with military honors in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation was at the Schmidt Funeral Home on Sunday with a prayer vigil and also Monday at Resurrection Catholic Church.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Sauer's obituary publiished in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 18 February 2011 and in the American Legion The Last Bugle of March 2011]

## Martin N. Fiedler

M, b. 31 January 1937, d. 14 February 2011
Marvin N. Fiedler of Mercedes, Hildalgo County, Texas, USA passed into eternal life at the age of 73 years on 14 February 2011 at his home. Marvin was born on 31 January 1937, son of Hilbert and Adeline Fiedler in Barton, Washington County, Wisconsin. After serving his country in the United States Navy, Marvin settled in West Bend where he worked as a machinist for several years. In 2001 he retired from General Electric, then traveled the world with his wife, Jan, before they made Mercedes, Texas, their home. Marvin was survived by his wife Jan, her children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, and his his four children, and grandchildren. He also leaves behind nieces, nephews and many friends and family. Marvin was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Hilbert Fiedler. A private memorial service honoring his memory was held at a later date.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Fiedler's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington daily News on 19 February 2011]

## Nicolas Richard Terrones

M, b. 08 January 1980, d. 22 February 2011
Nicolas Richard Terrones, 31, of Grafton, Ozaukee County, wisconsin, USA passed away peacefully at the age of 31 years at his home on 23 Feb 2011 with his loving wife and family at his side. He died after a long and valiant battle with brain cancer. Nicolas was born in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County on 08 January 1980, son of Richard and Mary Ann (Stien) Terrones. He attended St. Veronica grade school and graduated from St. Thomas More High School in Milwaukee in 1998. He was a member of the Wisconsin Air National Guard 128th Refueling Wing and a volunteer firefighter for the city of St. Francis. Nicolas was a longtime dedicated employee of Karl’s Event Services in Oak Creek. He married the love of his life, Dana Schroeder, on 14 October 2006 at St. Hedwig Catholic Church in Milwaukee. Nicolas was a lover of everything outdoors. He enjoyed camping and making “Mountain Goodness” for family and friends brave enough to join him. He was always one to join his dad and brother-in-law in grilling activities and his wife in the yard work. At bedtime, he would strap on his head lamp and read the Harry Potter series, Repairman Jack series, or any other great fiction novel. He enjoyed watching and cheering on Marquette basketball, Brewers baseball, and Packers football. More than anything Nicolas enjoyed spending time with his family. Nights eating tortillas, beans, rice and pork chops at Ma and Pa Terrones’ house were a frequent family get-together. Sunday breakfast at Conejitos with anyone who was up for it was a favorite weekend activity. Nicolas’ far too brief stay here on earth has left, and will continue to leave, a hole in the hearts of everyone who have known him.
Nicolas was survived by his wife, Dana and their three children. He was preceded into eternal life by his maternal grandparents, Bert and Martha Stien; his dear Uncle Jim Stien. A special thanks to all of the staff at the University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin, USA for the exceptional care they gave Nicolas. The family is especially grateful to Dr. Ian Robbins and Dr. Steven Howard for their dedication in fighting Nic’s tumor with the same perseverance and aggression as Nic did. The family would like to thank the Aurora Visiting Nurses Association; especially Mellissa, Jill, Judy and John for their kindness, warmth and tender care over his last few weeks. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Saturday, 26 February at St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church, 1375 Covered Bridge Road, Cedarburg, Ozauke County where Father Dan Janasik officiated. Visitation was held on Friday, 25 February with a prayer service at the Eernisse Funeral Home, 1167 Washington Avenue, Cedarburg, and also on Saturday,26 February at the church. Interment was in St. Francis Borgia Parish
Cemetery, Mequon.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Terrones obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 24 February 2011]

## Merril J. Krueger

M, b. 08 March 1928, d. 21 February 2011
Merril J. Krueger of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA passed away at the age of 82 years on Monday, 21 February 2011 at the Kathy Hospice in the town of Polk. Merrill was born on 08 March 1928 on the family homestead farm in the town of Auburn, son of Wallace and Veilla (Dreher) Krueger. He was graduated from Kewaskum High School in the class of 1946. On 11 September 1948, Merril was united in marriage to his high school sweetheart Evelyn Techtmann at St. Lucas Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kewaskum. He spent his working career at Regal Ware in Kewaskum. Merril served his country in the United States Army during the Korea Conflict as an operating room technician at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. He was a member of the Kewaskum Robert G. Romaine American Legion Post 384, the Hon-E-Kor Golf Course in Kewaskum and the Regal Ware 25 year club. Merril enjoyed hunting, sports, casino trips and was a life long avid Packer fan. He was survived by his wife, Evelyn of West Bend. Merril was preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, Harold and Ruth Krueger; a sister-in-law, Evelyn Techtmann; sister in-law and brother-in-law, Louise and Harvey Dhein; and a brother-in-law, Harvey Techtman. Private family services were held on Saturday, 26 February in the chapel at Ledgeview Memorial Park in Fond du Lac.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Krueger's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 24 February 2011 and in the Americal Legion The Last Bugle of March 2011]

## Jerome C. Bettinger

M, b. 30 January 1930, d. 24 February 2011
Jerome C. Bettinger, also known as Connie, passed away at the age of 81 years on Thursday, 24 February 2011. Jerome was born on 30 January 1930 in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, USA, son of Fred and Elizabeth (Schmitz) Bettinger. He married Wilma Stenzel on 29 November 1958 at Holy Ghost Lutheran Church in Milwaukee. Jerome was a proud member of the United States Army where he was stationed in Alaska during the Korean Conflict. He was also member of the No. 196 Regimental Combat Team in South Dakota for the National Guard. Connie is survived by his wife of 52 years, Wilma, three sons and two grandchildren. Jerome was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Bernard; sister, Anita Wiegand; and brother-in-law, Carl Wiegand. A memorial service was held on Sunday, 27 February at the Phillip Funeral Home Chapel, 1420 West Paradise Drive, West Bend where the Reverend Matthew Short presided. Gathering took place at the funeral home on Sunday, 27 February. Inurnment of ashes took place at Blossomburg Cemetery in Fish Creek, Door County.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Bettinger's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 26 February 2011]

## John Gonzales

M, b. 03 December 1920, d. 04 March 2001
John Gonzales of Menomonee Falls, Waukesha County, Wisconsin, USA, formerly of Slinger, Washington County, died at the age of 80 years on Sunday, 04 March 2001 at the Menomonee Falls Health Care Center. John was born on 03 December 1920 in Emporia, Lyon County, Kansas, son of Faustino and Michaela (Calderon) Gonzales. He was raised in Byron, Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin. John served with the United States Navy during World War II. After his marriage to Pearl Adelmeyer on 16 November 1946, at St. Theresa Catholic Church of Theresa, Dodge County, the couple lived in Germantown were he was a mechanic and owner/operator of the Sinclair Gas and Service Station. Pearl passed away on 14 August 1960. After his marriage to Cecilia S. Stuettgen on 27 November 1960, John sold boats and motors in Richfield for over 10 years. Later he was employed at O.M.C. of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, retiring in 1983. John was survived by 10 children, 17 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were a brother and a sister. John was a past member of the Loyal Order of Moose of West Bend 1398 and a former member of St. Boniface Catholic Church of Germantown. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, 07 March at the Phillip Funeral Home in West Bend. Father Jeffrey Haines officiated. Interment was in Calvary Cemetery and Mausoleum in Fond du Lac, Fond du Lac County. Visitation was at the funeral home on Wednesday.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Gonzales' obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 06 March 2001]

## Howard J. Groth

M, b. 10 March 1935, d. 10 March 2001
Howard J. Groth, also known as Howie and H.J., of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA met his savior at the age of 66 years on his birthday, Saturday, 10 March 2001 at the Franciscan Skemp Hospital in Sparta, Moore County. Howard was born 10 March 1935 in West Bend, son of Herbert and Esther (Pagel) Groth. He was raised in Kirchhayn. Howard attended David Star Elementary School and Cedarburg High School. After serving in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, he married Joan K. Meyer on 09 January 1960 at Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church in Milwaukee. They lived in Cedarburg where Howard started his business in masonary and cement contracting in 1959. They moved to the town of Polk in 1968, where he was the owner and operator of Groth Construction of Jackson for over 41 years. He was survived by his wife, three children, and siix grandchildren. Preceding him in death was a sister. Howard was very active in the Jackson Area Businessmen's Association where he was named the Man of the Year, and was very active with the yearly scholarship golf outing. He was an avid snowmobiler, hunter and fisherman. Howard loved golf, trap shooting and going to Kerrigan Lish at Pardee Lake. He was an active member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, West Bend, and enjoyed having a good time with many, many friends. Funeral services were held on Thursday, 15 March at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church where
Pastor James Ziesemer officiated. Interment was in Washington County Memorial Park, West Bend on Friday. Visitation was at he church on Thursday.
[extracted and edited from Mr Groth's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 12 March 2001]

## Phillip J. Ketter

M, b. 23 October 1943, d. 16 March 2001
Phillip J. Ketter of Campbellsport, Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin, USA died at the age of 57 years on Friday, 16 March 2001, at his home. Phillip was born on 23 October 1943 in Campbellsport, son of Leo J. and Gertrude (Meyer) Ketter. He married Barbara Guell on 10 September 1966 at Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church in Armstrong. He was a 1961 graduate of Campbellsport High School, a 1965 graduate of St. Norbert College with a BS degree in business and a 1967 graduate of Indiana University with an MBA degree in marketing. Phillip was director of marketing at Regal Ware Inc., Kewaskum. He served in the United States Army in Vietnam from February 1967 to September 1968. He served as a Campbellsport Village trustee and then as village president for 16 years. Phillip was a member of St. Matthew's Catholic Church in Campbellsport, the Campbellsport Golf League for over 30 years (winning the most valuable golfer award in 1995) and the Campbellsport Lions Club for over 30 years, serving as president and on the board of directors. He was survived by his wife; three children, and three grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his mother, Gertrude, and his father-in-law, Allen Guell. A Mass of Christian burial was held on Tuesday, 20 March at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Campbellsport, followed by a prayer service at the Twohig Funeral Home, Campbellsport. Reverend Francis Malloy and Rev. Kevin Wester co-officiated. Entombment followed in Calvary Cemetery, Fond du Lac. Visitation was at the funeral home on Monday.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Ketter's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 19 March 2001]

## Joseph W. Schaefer

M, b. 12 November 1917, d. 15 March 2001
Joseph W. Schaefer, also known as Grandpa Joe, of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA died at the age of 83 years on Thursday, 15 March 2001 at the Samaritan Health Center. Joseph was born on 12 November 1917 in the town of Herman, Dodge County, son of William and Anna (Weiss) Schaefer. He was raised in Washington County and graduated from Slinger High School in 1936. Joseph served from 1940-45 in the United States Navy during World War II. After his marriage to Myrna J. Schultz on 16 October 1948, at Holy Angels Catholic Church in West Bend, the couple lived in West Bend. He was employed as a United States postal employee for the Federal Government in West Bend for over 30 years, retiring in 1973. Joseph was a man of faith. He lived his faith through his every day interactions with others. After his retirement, his love for children blossomed into volunteer work with children with disabilities. He worked with children at Decorah School and other schools and chaperoned Special Olympic events. He also volunteered at the Samaritan Health Center. Joseph's children and grandchildren will always remember him with a smile and a trick up his sleeve. The effects of his love, patience, compassion and sense of humor will live on in them. He was survived by his wife, two children, and six grandchildren. Joseph was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church, the National Association of Retired Federal Employees and the West Bend Veterans of Foreigh Wars Post 1393. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday at Holy Angels Catholic Church in West Bend. Father John Wutscheck officiated. Cremation took place at Parkview Crematory in Fond du Lac with inurnment of ashes in Washington County Memorial Park.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Schaefer's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 19 March 2001]

## Richard L. Richter

M, b. 07 February 1929, d. 14 March 2001
Richard L. Richter of Slinger, Washington County, Wisconsin, USA, passed away at the age of 72 years on Wednesday, 14 March 2001, at his home. Richard was born on 07 February 1929, in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, son of Arthur O. and Cathryn (Wahlig) Richter. He graduated from Washington High School in Milwaukee with a major in science. He had an absolute love for physics. He was the co-captain of the swim team and president of the camera club. He also attended the University of Wisconsin in Milwaukee and Madison. Richard served his country as a courier in the United Sates Army in Korea. He received the Korean Service Medal and United Nations Service Medal. Richard and Irene Muellenbach met while working at the Chalet on the Lake, Donges Bay Road, Mequon, where they had many fond memories. They married on 06 August 1955 and for the last 38 years resided in Cedar Lake Hills, Slinger. Richard designed and built the home they lived in. He was a dealer with Clark Oil Gas Station, for 23 years until retiring. Prior to this, Richard was a salesman for Kenron Awning and Window Corporation of Milwaukee. He was survived by three daughters, a son, and five grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his wife, Irene, a brother, Arthur, and a sister, Rosemary Beck. A Memorial service was held on Saturday, 24 March at the Shimon Funeral Home in Hartford. The family greeted relatives and friends at the funeral home on Saturday. Interment followed in St. Peter Cemetery, Slinger.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Richter's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 21 March 2001]

## Louis C. Rutz

M, b. 26 October 1921, d. 28 March 2001
Louis C. Rutz of West Bend, Washington County, Wisconsin USA, died at the age of 79 years on Wednesday, 28 March 2001 at St. Joseph Community Hospital in West Bend. Louis was born on 26 October 1921 in West Allis, Milwaukee County, son of Louis T. and Louise (Kehrer) Rutz. He married Rosemary Weber on 10 August 1946 in Milwaukee. Louis served in the United States Army Air Force during World War II in the European Theater. He worked as a police officer in the city of West Allis from 1951 until retiring in 1978. Louis was a 32nd Degree Mason and a member and past master of the West Allis Masonic Lodge 291 F&AM. He was a member of the Day Lite Lodge 350 in West Allis and was a former member of the Tripoli Shrine and the Legion of Honor. Louis was survived by his wife, three children, and seven grandchildren. Masonic services were held on Saturday, 31 March at the Myrhum-Patten Funeral Home in West Bend, followed immediately by the funeral service. Reverend Curtis Schowalter of St. John United Church of Christ, Kohlsville officiated. Cremation followed with inurnment of ashes in Washington County Memorial Park, West Bend. Visitation at the funeral home was on Saturday.
[extracted and edited from Mr. Rutz's obituary published in the Ozaukee-Washington Daily News on 30 March 2001]