Obituaries

William Gatzke

William Gatzke

Sep 29, 2017

William Robert Gatzke passed away at his home in Waupun, Wisconsin on September 29, 2017, at the age of 70. He was preceded in death by his parents, LeRoy and Judith (Marks) Gatzke and his sister, Jean Marie (Gatzke) Reinke. William was born in Milwaukee and lived in New Berlin and Watertown before moving to Waupun in 1990. He was...

William Langer

William Langer

Sep 6, 2017

William "Bill" C. Langer, 65, Sun Prairie, died on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at his home. He was born on November 18, 1951, the son of the late Merlin and Marcella (Hart) Langer. He was a graduate of the Sun Prairie High School and later earned his Business degree at UW-Whitewater. Bill worked for many years as a dispatcher for...

Adrian Knick

Adrian Knick

Aug 17, 2017

Adrian "Sip" James Knick of Watertown passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at Park Ridge of Marquardt at the age of 84. He was born on August 13, 1933 the son of the late Curtis and Meta (Meitner) Knick. Skip lived his entire life in Watertown. He enjoyed his life as a bachelor, avid hunter and fisherman. He loved...

Janice Winter

Janice Winter

Aug 13, 2017

Services are pending. On-Line Condolences for the family may be left on this website. Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Services is serving the family.

Kristopher Digby

Kristopher Digby

Aug 12, 2017

Kristopher C. Digby, age 41 of Watertown passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 12, 2017 following a long illness. Funeral Services are being planned for a future date. Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Services is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.watertownwifuneralhome.com. Kristopher Craig Digby was born on July 2, 1976 in Chicago, IL, the son of...

Joyanne Thiery

Joyanne Thiery

Aug 11, 2017

Joyanne "Josie" R. Thiery, 64, of Watertown died on Friday, August 11, 2017 at Marquardt Manor following a lingering illness. She was born on November 18, 1952 in Milwaukee, the daughter of the late Raymond and Waltraut (Guenther) Thiery. She had been a housekeeper for Marquardt Manor for 15 years. Josie was a very happy and kind person. She loved...

Hilda Haney

Hilda Haney

Aug 8, 2017

Hildy (as she was affectionately known by family and friends) was born in Brooklyn New York. The daughter of Frances and Joseph Greene. Hildy loved her older sisters Millie and Glady, and her little brother Artie. During WWII, Hildy had a chance meeting with a young handsome soldier in an ice cream shop . With his face smeared with hot...

Ruth Surdick

Ruth Surdick

Jul 27, 2017

Ruth A. Surdick, 71, Watertown, died peacefully on Thursday, July 27, 2017 at AngelsGrace Hospice in Oconomowoc.   She was born on May 27, 1946 in Watertown, WI, the daughter of the late Gerhard and Leona (Schultz) Kowalke.   On October 26, 1968 she married Anthony Surdick at St. Henry's Catholic Church.  Together they were blessed with 33 years of marriage until...

John Frei

John Frei

Jul 26, 2017

John Gustav Frei, 92, of Hartland and Watertown, passed away July 26, 2017at Hartland Place in Hartland. John was born July 14, 1925 to John, Jr. and Martha in Chicago.  He attended the University of Illinois in Chicago and the Art Institute of Chicago. John continued to enjoy reading and learning his entire life.  In later years, he took courses...

Bernard Olson, Jr.

Bernard Olson, Jr.

Jul 22, 2017

Bernard Olson, Jr. 83, of Marshall, died on Saturday, July 22, 2017 at Sienna Crest in Marshall. He was born on May 21, 1934 in Antigo, WI, the son of the late Bernard Sr. and Rose (Schobert) Olson. Bernie dedicated 20 years of active service to the United States Air Force. He was stationed in several countries including Scotland, Japan,...

Judith Mchugh

Judith Mchugh

Jul 18, 2017

Judith A. McHugh, born December 13, 1951, passed away on July 18, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hugh and Marjorie (Schuett) McHugh. She is survived by her brothers: Patrick (Sandy), Daniel (Luanne), Thomas (Karen) and Mark (Laura), along with nieces, nephews and many beloved cousins and relatives. She will be remembered for her love of horses,...

Jerome Mccaig

Jerome Mccaig

Jun 28, 2017

Jerome McCaig passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at Dycora Nursing Home in Ft. Atkinson at the age of 76. Arrangements are pending.

Melvin Stenzel

Melvin Stenzel

Jun 20, 2017

Melvin "Mel" C. Stenzel of Watertown passed away at Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at the age of 83. Mel is the beloved husband of Jacquie for 33 years. Dear dad of Tami (Gregg) Mailloux, Dawn (Greg) Foreyt, Debra (Bill) Wright, Jeff (Betsy) Mailloux and Kris Mailloux. Proud grandpa of 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. HE...

Ruth Swendrowski

Ruth Swendrowski

Jun 19, 2017

Ruth M. Swendrowski of Oak Creek passed away on Monday, June 19, 2017 at St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee at the age of 83. She is the beloved wife of Dan. Loving mom of Richard A. and Danelle Veihmeyer. Proud grandma of Keely and Brady Veihmeyer. Also survived by other relatives and friends. Memorial visitation on Sunday, June 25...

Patricia Mcdonald

Patricia Mcdonald

Jun 15, 2017

Patricia "Patty" McDonald, 51, passed away on June 15th, 2017, at her home in Watertown. Patty was born on November 4th, 1965, daughter of Gale and Ida McDonald. She graduated from Watertown High School in 1984, and most recently worked for many years at Walmart. She was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church. Patty is the beloved sister of...

Leonard Meyer

Leonard Meyer

Jun 9, 2017

Leonard J. Meyer age 76 of Watertown passed away on Friday, June 9, 2017. He is the loving husband of the late Betty. Dear dad of Jim (the late Shelley), Joan (Larry) Borck and John (Stacey). Proud grandpa of Crystal, Brittany, Josh, Brandon, Jacob, Cody, Alex and Brett. Great grandpa of several great grandchildren. Brother of Clara (Daniel), Janet (the...

David Mederios

David Mederios

Jun 8, 2017

David E. Mederios age 38 of Watertown passed away unexpectedley at home on Thursday, June 8, 2017. He is the beloved son of Brigitte Mederios-Lopez and the late Edward. Dear brother of Ernst and Erika (Todd Olson) Possing. Proud uncle of several nieces and nephews. Also survived by other relatives and friends. For the past 11 years, David, a sandblaster...

Dorothy Smith

Dorothy Smith

Jun 3, 2017

Beloved wife of Glenn for 72 years. Also survived by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren other relatives and friends. Private visitation followed by a service and burial at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park, Kenosha.

Stephen Lockwood

Stephen Lockwood

May 28, 2017

Stephen W. Lockwood, 84, of Watertown passed away Sunday May 28, 2017. Stephen was the loving father of David (Maria) of Superior, WI and Susan of Beaver Dam, WI. He was the beloved Grandpa to 10 Grandchildren and 3 Great-Grandchildren. Stephen is preceded in death by his wife Nancy (Turnbull) of 50 years. He is survived by sisters Norma Hess...

Loraine Schmutzler

Loraine Schmutzler

May 25, 2017

Loraine A. Schmutzler, 88, of Watertown, passed away on Thursday, May 25  at Angel's Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc.Loraine was born to Eric and Selma Riedeman, on November 21, 1928, and lived in Watertown her entire life.  After graduating from Watertown High School, Loraine married Donald Schmutzler .  Loraine and Don were blessed with three children, Dean, Sandra, and Holly.Loraine was...

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