Koepsell-Murray Funeral & Cremation Services, Horicon in Horicon, WI

Gerald "Jerry" Hoffman

May 3, 1939 - March 31, 2022

Gerald W. "Jerry" Hoffman, 82, of Horicon passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 31, 2022. He was born May 3, 1939 to Mathias and Evelyn (Weginger) Hoffman of Neda, Wisconsin. Jerry married Talitha P. "Taddy" Groose on August 1, 1959 at Zion Lutheran Church in Horicon, where they resided and raised two loving daughters. Jerry retired from John Deere Horicon Works and took pride in his...
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Prudence C. Pufahl

June 14, 1939 - March 17, 2022

Prudence Carol Pufahl, age 82, of Horicon, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 17, 2022, in the comfort of her home with her family at her side. Prudence was born to Peter and Carol (Sieger) Polcyn on Flag Day, June 14, 1939, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She graduated from Lincoln High School in Milwaukee. Prudence married David Pufahl, Sr., on May 12, 1962 at Zion Lutheran...
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Beatrice Krueger

December 27, 1927 - March 11, 2022

Beatrice D. Krueger, age 94, of Horicon, died Friday, March 11, 2022 at Clearview Health & Rehabilitation Center in Juneau. Visitation for Beatrice will be at St. Stephen Ev. Lutheran Church in Horicon on Monday, March 21, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. Funeral services will follow at church on Monday at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Daniel Seehafer officiating. Burial will be at Oak Hill...
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Maureen R. Sayles

November 5, 1939 - February 23, 2022

Maureen R. Sayles, age 82 of Horicon, WI went home to be with her Lord and Savior on the 23rd of February, 2022 at Angel's Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc, WI. Maureen was born on November 5th, 1939 to Edgar and Dorothy (Rahn) Glander at home in Neda, WI. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Horicon, WI, where she was also a member. She married Wayne F. Sayles on...
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Randolph "Randy" Gogert

February 24, 1960 - February 21, 2022

Randolph S. "Randy" Gogert, 61, of Horicon passed away on Monday, February 21, 2022 at Marshfield Medical Center in Weston. Randolph was born the son of Warren and Rose (Plato) Gogert on February 24, 1960 in Hustisford. He was married to Judy Schellpfeffer Gundrum on October 15, 1991. Randy is survived by his children: Tiffany and Brett Gogert; his siblings: Brian (Joyce) Gogert, Roxanne ...
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Carrie M. Lyons

June 25, 1938 - January 26, 2022

Carrie M. Lyons, age 83, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at her home in Horicon. A funeral service for Carrie will take place on 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 5 at Zion Lutheran Church in Horicon with the Rev. Daniel Vjota officiating. A visitation will take place from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at 12:30 p.m. the church on Saturday, February 5. Private...
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Ethel 'Mickey' Curtin

March 8, 1943 - January 19, 2022

Ethel 'Mickey' Curtin, age 78 of Horicon, formerly of Escanaba, MI. passed away on January 19, 2022 at the Marshfield Medical Center in Beaver Dam. A memorial gathering will take place on Tuesday, January 25 from 12 noon until 2 p.m. at the Koepsell Murray Funeral Home in BEAVER DAM. Ethel was born the daughter of Alvin and Verneda (Larry) Parker on March 8, 1943 in Portage. She was united...
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Martha E. Goodman

March 31, 1952 - January 11, 2022

Martha Ellen Goodman, age 69, of Fond du Lac, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2022 at Edenbrook Nursing Home in Fond du Lac. A memorial gathering in memory of Martha will take place on Friday, January 21 from 12-2 p.m. at the Koepsell Funeral Home in Horicon. Inurnment will take place at St. Malachy Cemetery in Horicon at a later date. Martha was born the daughter of Robert L. and...
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Jill A. McPherson

October 30, 1955 - January 2, 2022

Jill A. McPherson, 66, of LaValle and formerly of Clyman passed away on Sunday, January 2, 2022 at Patriot Place Assisted Living in Berlin. Jill was born the daughter of Bruce and Margie (Nickels) Klatt on October 30, 1955 in Watertown. Jill attended Horicon High School. She retired from John Deere in Horicon after 30 years of service. Jill was married to George McPherson on April 19, 2002...
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Michael L. Anderson

June 5, 1956 - December 31, 2021

Michael L. Anderson, 65, of Horicon passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021 at Marshfield Medical Center in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 6, 2022 from Noon until 2:00 p.m. at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Horicon. A funeral service will begin at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Father Tom Biersack officiating. Military Honors by the Horicon American Legion...
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Alain Fougere

December 14, 1937 - December 22, 2021

Alain Fougere was born in Paris France December 14, 1937. He came to the US after the war with his mother and step Father at 17 years of age. He worked as a courier on a bike having a great sense of direction in New York City. He became a gifted photographer taught by his step Father. Later he was employed as a photo finisher working computer programs for the machines and building photo...
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Alice Bemus

July 17, 1928 - December 11, 2021

Alice Bemus, age 93, of Horicon, died on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at Matthew of Horicon. There will be a visitation at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Horicon on Friday, December 17, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. The funeral service will follow at church on Friday at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Daniel Seehafer officiating. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery in Horicon. Alice Koepsell...
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Jefferey V. Muenchow

March 10, 1953 - November 20, 2021

Jefferey V. Muenchow (AJ), left this earth to enter the gates of heaven on Saturday, November 20, 2021. Jeff was born on March 10, 1953 in Beaver Dam, the son of Glen and Pearl (Schwartz) Muenchow. He married Karen Buechel, on February 15, 1975, at St. Stephen's Lutheran Church in Horicon where he was a member until his passing. Jeff was a lifelong resident of Horicon, graduating from...
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Charles L. Orleans

January 16, 1948 - September 24, 2021

Charles L. Orleans, age 73, of Horicon, died on Friday, September 24th, 2021 at the Marshfield Medical Center-Beaver Dam. A memorial service for Charles will take place on Sunday, October 24 at 12 p.m. at the Horicon Hills Golf Course in Horicon with David Weeks officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the service at 12 noon. Charles was born the son of Charles...
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Dorthy Mae Weber

March 2, 1934 - September 1, 2021

Dorthy Mae (Rudolph) Weber passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. Dorthy was born in West Bend on March 2, 1934 the daughter of Arline (Benike) and Gerhard Rudolph. She attended and graduated from St. Stephen Lutheran School, Horicon High School class of 1951, Dodge County Teachers College and UW Oshkosh. Dorthy married the love of her life John Weber on June 19, 1954, and...
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Marilyn A. Balcerowski

June 14, 1932 - August 8, 2021

Marilyn A. Balcerowski, age 89, of Horicon passed away on Sunday, August 8, 2021 at Prairie Ridge in Waupun. In honoring Marilyn's wishes, no formal services will be held. Marilyn was born the daughter of Herbert and Lorraine (Krahn) Rossow on June 14, 1932 in Milwaukee. She was united in marriage to Anthony 'Tony' Balcerowski, Jr. on November 1, 1952. She is survived by her children-...
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Norman D. Olson

June 17, 1941 - August 6, 2021

Norman D. Olson, age 80, of Horicon, passed away on Friday, August 6, 2021, at his home. There will be a graveside service for the family at Oak Hill Cemetery in Horicon on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Norman Dale Olson was born on June 17, 1941 in Nebraska to Glenn and Pauline (Hankins) Olson. He worked at John Deere in Horicon as a machinist until his retirement. On May 22, 2006...
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Jason A. La Tendresse

June 7, 1974 - July 8, 2021

Jason A. La Tendresse, age 47, of Horicon passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at his home in Horicon. A celebration of his life will take place on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 1 p.m. at the Koepsell Funeral Home in Horicon. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at 1 p.m. at the church. Inurnment will take place at St. Malachy Cemetery in Horicon. ...
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Patricia T. Wild

September 20, 1934 - July 3, 2021

Patricia T. Wild, age 86, of Juneau, passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Hillside Manor in Beaver Dam. A Mass of Christian Burial for Patricia will take place on Friday, July 9 at 12 noon at Sacred Heart Catholic Parish with the Rev. Fr. Christopher Gernetzke and Rev. Fr. Justin Lopina presiding. A visitation for Patricia will take place on Friday, July 9 from 10 a.m. until the time of...
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Stuart A. Glander , Sr.

August 3, 1945 - June 17, 2021

Stuart Glander Sr, age 75, Horicon passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021 at Clearview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Juneau. A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, June 26 from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. (noon) at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Horicon. Inurnment will take place at Oak Hill Cemetery in Horicon. Stuart was born to Edgar and Dorothy Glander on August 3, 1945. ...
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Dolores H. Rau

January 3, 1923 - June 9, 2021

Dolores H. Rau, formerly of Horicon, died on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at VITAS Inpatient Hospice in Rockledge, Florida. There will be visitation at Oak Hill Cemetery in Horicon on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. The graveside service will follow at the cemetery at 11:00 a.m. Dolores Helen Kohrt was born in Horicon, Wisconsin on January 3, 1923 to Gerhard and Frieda ...
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Kenneth E. Woock

May 23, 1937 - May 29, 2021

Kenneth E. Woock, age 84, of Burnett, passed away on May 29, 2021, at Prairie Ridge in Beaver Dam. Kenneth, better known as Kenny, was born on May 23, 1937, to Edwin and Helen Woock of Burnett. He graduated from Horicon High School in 1955 and was united in marriage to Gloria Pollesch on September 1, 1956. Together, they raised five daughters on a dairy farm outside of Burnett. Kenny loved...
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Shirley M. Baerwald

September 12, 1935 - April 15, 2021

Shirley M. Baerwald, 85, formerly of Horicon passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at Crossroads Care Center in Mayville. Shirley was born the daughter of Earl and Evelyn (Wildish) Reimer on September 12, 1935 in Wauwatosa, WI. She was a 1954 graduate of Oconomowoc High School as well as Marvel Beauty School in Milwaukee and began her career as a beautician. She was married to James...
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Donna M. Dallen-Seering

February 9, 1948 - March 11, 2021

Donna M. Dallen-Seering, age 73, of Fond du Lac, formally of the Horicon/Mayville/Beaver Dam areas, went home to the Lord on Thursday, March 11, 2021 at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac. Visitation for Donna will be at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Mayville on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at church at 12:00 noon. Fr. Tom...
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Joseph S. 'Joe' Planasch

April 7, 1929 - February 7, 2021

Joseph S. Planasch, age 91, of Horicon passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family in Horicon. Joe was born the son of Martin and Rose (Hussli) Planasch on April 7, 1929. He attended Horicon High School until entering the US Navy from 1946-1950. Joe was united in marriage to Bernice Lauersdorf on June 7, 1957. He had worked as skilled carpenter for 16 years and...
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Donald W., Kaiser

October 5, 1934 - January 18, 2021

Donald W. Kaiser, age 86, of Horicon, died Monday, January 18, 2021 at University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison. There will be a memorial gathering for Don at Zion Lutheran Church in Horicon on January 30, 2021 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. A memorial service will follow at church beginning at 1:00 pm with Rev. Daniel Votja officiating. Due to Covid-19, please wear a mask, observe social...
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Dennis D. Bolstad

May 17, 1958 - January 11, 2021

Dennis Dean Bolstad, age 62, of Horicon passed away on January 11, 2021 at the Aurora Medical Center in Burlington. Dennis was born the son of Elmer Bolstad, Jr. and Diane Kehl on May 17, 1958. He was a 1976 graduate of Horicon High School. He was employed at John Deere Company in Horicon until his retirement. Dennis enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He loved listening to...
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Mary Lou Oechsner

March 19, 1929 - January 4, 2021

Mary Lou Oechsner, age 91, joined our Lord and Savior on January 4, 2021 at her home. Mary Lou was born on March 19, 1929 in Beaver Dam, WI to John and Agnes (Thiede) Weber. She attended St. Pete's Catholic School, where she was baptized, confirmed and later married. She graduated from Beaver Dam High School with the class of 1946. During her senior year of high school, she worked part...
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Harriet L. (Niehoff) Muenchow

December 1, 1923 - December 11, 2020

HORICON - Harriet Laverne Niehoff Muenchow, a kind woman of strong faith, passed from this life at age 97 due to age-related medical issues after contracting Covid. Harriet was born December 1, 1923, went home to her Lord the evening of December 11, 2020. She resided in Mayville during her early childhood but grew up in Horicon, graduating from Horicon High School in 1942, where she was...
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Margaret O. Knop

January 19, 1925 - December 10, 2020

Margaret Owens Knop passed away at her home December 10th, 2020 at the age of 95. She has now joined her loving husband Edward. Margaret was born in Beaver Dam Wisconsin, January 19th, 1925. She lived on various farms in Dodge County with her family. She was a graduate of Horicon High School, class of 1942, and then went to Mercy School of Nursing in Janesville. Margaret was a nurse for the...
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Timothy James Galvin

June 9, 1950 - December 4, 2020

TIMOTHY JAMES GALVIN A celebration of Tim's life will be held on Saturday, September 4 at Horicon Hill Golf Club, Horicon, WI. at 1 p.m. June 9, 1950 - December 4, 2020 An Irishman walked into a pub... and now, he never has to leave. Timothy James Galvin was born on June 9, 1950 in Ames, Iowa to Virginia and Joseph Galvin. From the beginning, Tim was a memorable character. He was a...
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Brigitte E. Heller

October 11, 1940 - December 1, 2020

Brigitte E. Heller, age 80, of Horicon, passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at her home. Brigitte was born the daughter of Fred and Marie (Naguschewski) Koszewa on October 11, 1940 in Ortelsburg, Ostpreussen, Germany. She was united in marriage to Marvin E. Heller on July 27, 1963 in Milwaukee. Brigitte began her career as a beautician at Gimbels department store in Milwaukee, and then...
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Ronald W. Ulrich

November 14, 1933 - November 25, 2020

Ronald W. Ulrich, age 87, of Horicon, passed away on Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at Marvin's Manor in Horicon. Ron was born the son of Emil and Viola (Hintz) Ulrich on November 14, 1933, in Horicon. Upon graduating from Horicon High School in 1951, Ronald joined the US Navy. He served for four years, being honorably discharged in 1956. While in the Navy, he married the love of his life,...
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Donald W. Schlegel

July 9, 1937 - November 23, 2020

Donald W. Schlegel, age 83 of Horicon passed away on November 23, 2020 at Crossroads Care Center in Mayville. Don was born the son of Wilbur and Alice (Werner) Schlegel on July 9, 1937 in Horicon. He was a 1955 graduate of Horicon High School. Don then went on to spend 4 years in the US Air Force. He was then united in marriage to Diane Bolstad at St. Stephen Lutheran Church on September 28,...
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John R. 'Bob' McClellan

November 5, 1941 - November 11, 2020

John R. (Bob) McClellan, age 79, of Montello passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Bob was born the son of James and Fern (Shaumberg) McClellan on November 5, 1941 in Iowa. Bob was a graduate of Rockwell City High School. He proudly served his country in the US Army and was stationed in Germany. He was united in marriage to Irene Greshay for 42 years. Bob worked for many...
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Paul M. Marucha

May 5, 1971 - November 9, 2020

Paul M. Marucha, age 49, of Horicon passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, November 9, 2020 at his home. A celebration of Paul's life will be held on July 17 at 1 p.m. at Ginger's Hideaway in Horicon. Come share stories and enjoy some of Paul's favorite things- beer, pizza and music! Paul will be laid to rest on July 24 at Radisson Cemetery in Radisson, Wisconsin. The...
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June Schmidt

June 21, 1927 - November 5, 2020

June Schmidt, age 93, of Horicon, passed away peacefully on Thursday November 5th, 2020 at UW Hospital in Madison. June was born the daughter of William & Laura (Zimmerman) Johns on June 21, 1927 in Beaver Dam. She was united in marriage to Lester Schmidt on May 1, 1954 in Beaver Dam, and raised their 4 children in the Township of Burnett. June was a receptionist at Beaver Dam Hospital...
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Charlotte M. Pagel

February 21, 1950 - October 19, 2020

Charlotte M. Pagel (nee Heid), age 70, of Horicon passed away on Monday, October 19, 2020 at Marshfield Medical Center in Beaver Dam. Charlotte was born the daughter of Edmund and Evelyn (Prag) Heid on February 21, 1950 in Beaver Dam. She was a Horicon High School graduate and then went on to the graduate school of banking and a various other courses at Moraine Park Technical College. She was...
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Betty A. Voy

January 22, 1941 - October 14, 2020

Betty Ann Voy, age 79, of Horicon passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at her home in Horicon surrounded by her family. Betty was born the daughter of Rudolph and Lorraine (Weginger) Rackow on January 22, 1941 in Beaver Dam. She was united in marriage to Gerald Voy on July 2, 1972 in Horicon. Betty had worked at John Deere and was also founder of Voy's Pumpkin Ranch and family...
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Anton 'Tony' S. Westimayer

August 26, 1923 - October 10, 2020

Anton S. Westimayer, age 97, of Horicon Wisconsin passed away October 10, 2020 at his home with his loving family by his side. Tony was born on August 26, 1923 to the late Anton and Anna Repp Westimayer in Horicon, Wi. He attended Horicon High School where he was active and excelled in basketball, football, baseball, and track. Tony was awarded an Athletic Scholarship to attend Carroll...
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Beverly J. Zarndt

January 8, 1928 - October 8, 2020

Beverly Jane Zarndt, age 92, of Bettendorf, Iowa, died peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, October 8, 2020, at Jersey Ridge Place, in Davenport, Iowa. Services for the family will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2020, and internment will be at Oak Hill Cemetery in Horicon, Wisconsin. Beverly was born on January 8, 1928, in Horicon, to Benjamin Jon and Lillian Emma Tietz(nee Zischke). She...
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Gloria F. Woock

January 24, 1938 - September 19, 2020

Gloria F. Woock, age 82, died peacefully and surrounded by family on Saturday, September 19, 2020, at Prairie Ridge of Beaver Dam. Gloria Fay was born on January 24, 1938, in Fox Lake to Louis and Hazel (Arndt) Pollesch. She graduated from Horicon High School in 1956 and married Kenneth Woock on September 1, 1956. Together, they raised five daughters on a dairy farm outside of Burnett. She...
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Jack Flouro

October 14, 1952 - August 30, 2020

John "Jack" Flouro, age 67, died Sunday, August 30, 2020 at SSM Health–St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. Visitation for Jack will be at St. Stephen Ev. Lutheran Church in Horicon on Thursday, September 3, 2020 from 9:30 am to 10:50 am. Funeral services will follow at church on Thursday beginning at 11:00 am with Rev. Daniel Seehafer officiating. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery with the...
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Lorraine G. Miescke

September 27, 1936 - August 28, 2020

Lorraine Gladys Miescke, 83, of Horicon, passed away peacefully in Portage, WI on August 28, 2020 with her children by her side. Lori was born September 27, 1936 in Dekorra WI, the daughter of Edward and Irene (Smithke) Gehin. She was a 1956 graduate of Mt. Horeb High School. She was united in marriage to Edward Ronald Miescke on May 23,1964. Lori was very creative and enjoyed writing...
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Lorraine A. Klumb

April 4, 1922 - August 17, 2020

Lorraine A. Klumb, age 98, of Horicon passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2020 at Hillside Manor in Beaver Dam. Lorraine was born the daughter of Orlando and Helen (Fishong) Klug on April 4, 1922 of Random Lake, Silver Creek. She was united in marriage to Frederick Klumb of Silver Creek in 1940. They were married for 54 years. They had a son, Jackie Klumb in 1942. Lorraine was an active Jehovah...
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Thomas J. Frigge

April 11, 1969 - August 15, 2020

Thomas Frigge formerly of Oconomowoc passed away at his home in Horicon, WI on Saturday, August 15, 2020 surrounded by his family at the age of 51 after a five year battle with colon cancer. Tom grew up on the "Frigge Farm" in Ashippun WI. He graduated from Oconomowoc High School in 1987. He was a Master Electrician for 20 years. Later, Tom worked in Facility Management/Building Engineer for...
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Michael A. Kasten

September 16, 1947 - July 22, 2020

Michael Alexander Kasten, 72, of Horicon passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at Seasons Lutheran Hospice in Wauwatosa. Visitation for Michael will be held on Tuesday, July 28th from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at St. Stephen Ev. Lutheran Church in Horicon. A funeral service will follow at church at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Daniel Seehafer officiating. Interment with take place at Oak Hill Cemetery...
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Delmar A. Schmidt

June 17, 1936 - July 12, 2020

Delmar A. Schmidt, age 84, of Horicon, left his earthly home to go to his heavenly home on Sunday, July 12, 2020. Delmar was born on June 17, 1936 to Arnold and Viola (nee Giese) Schmidt in Horicon. He graduated from Horicon High School in 1954 as a 4-sport athlete in football, basketball, baseball, and track, and joined the United States Navy at age 17. While serving in the Navy, Delmar...
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Rodger E. Wrucke

February 3, 1934 - June 26, 2020

HORICON/JUNEAU-- Rodger E. Wrucke, 86, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2020 in Juneau, Wisconsin. He was born on February 3, 1934 to Elmer and Leona (Beier) Wrucke. He graduated from Horicon High School. He was married to Eunice Bintzler from 1955 until her death in 1978. They raised their family on the family farm just west of Horicon, where they raised hogs and had a sweet corn stand for...
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Janet A. Gritt

June 3, 1943 - June 20, 2020

Janet A. Gritt, age 77, of Horicon, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at her home in Horicon. A visitation will be at the Koepsell Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 from 4-6 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Sacred Heart Parish on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Fr. Justin Lopina presiding,...
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Judith A. Johnson

May 8, 1942 - June 2, 2020

Judith A. Johnson, 78, of Horicon passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at the Watertown Regional Medical Center. Judith was born the daughter of LeRoy and Jeanette (Harrison) Burdick on May 8, 1942. She was married to Jerry Johnson in Round Lake, IL on April 8, 1989. In her earlier years, she had worked at Woodside Dude Ranch, Mauston WI, where many of her family members had worked including...
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John R. Muth

November 14, 1955 - May 9, 2020

John R. Muth, age 64, of Hustisford passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 9, 2020. John was born the son of Waldemar and Emma Jane (Phelps) Muth on November 14, 1955 in Los Angeles, CA. John was united in marriage to Rachelle Zietlow on May 27, 1986. He was employed as a machinist at Custom Tool in Hustisford. John was a master tinkerer. He loved math and woodwork and will be fondly...
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Phyllis J. Ulrich

August 23, 1929 - April 19, 2020

Phyllis J. Ulrich, age 90, of Horicon, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, April 19, 2020 at Matthews of Horicon. Phyllis was born the daughter of Bertrum and Martha (Olson) Bryant on August 23, 1929 in Madison. She was proud to be a 1947 graduate of Wisconsin High School. Phyllis was united in marriage to E. Paul Ulrich on June 19, 1954 at Luther Memorial Church in...
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Roland W. Koerner

July 12, 1932 - April 10, 2020

Roland W. Koerner, age 87 of Beaver Dam, died on Friday, April 10, 2020 at Beaver Dam Health Care Center. Burial will be at Burnett Central Cemetery. Roland William Koerner was born on July 12, 1932 in Burnett Township to Carl and Angeline (Bartell) Koerner. He was a 1950 graduate of Beaver Dam High School and later served in the US Army during the Korean War. Roland worked for Green...
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Dennis C. Beske

April 23, 1959 - April 9, 2020

Dennis C. "Bingo" Beske, 60, of Horicon passed away on Thursday, April 09, 2020 at his home. Dennis was born the son of Eugene C. and Carol (Wollenburg) Beske on April 23, 1959 in Beaver Dam. He was a 1977 graduate of Horicon High School. Dennis was married to Sharon Loest on November 10, 1979 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Mayville. Dennis retired from John Deere in Horicon in 2014 after...
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Duane E. 'Pete' Krueger

July 3, 1926 - March 28, 2020

Duane E. 'Pete' Krueger, age 93 of Horicon passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Saturday, March 28, 2020. Duane was born the son of Ewald and Marcella (Backus) Krueger on July 3, 1926 in Horicon. He was a 1944 graduate of Horicon High School and went on to honorably serve his country in WWII in the US Navy in the Pacific Theater until 1946. He was united in...
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Harlan H. Becker

November 20, 1932 - March 23, 2020

Harlan H. Becker, age 87, of Horicon passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Monday, March 23, 2020. Harlan was born the son of Julius and Regina (Nienhueser) Becker on November 20, 1932 in Concordia, MO. Harlan attended Saint Paul's Lutheran Preparatory School and then continued his education at Concordia College, Seward, Nebraska (now Concordia University Nebraska)....
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Wendy L. Breslow

April 22, 1946 - March 14, 2020

Wendy Lou Breslow, 73, of Horicon, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at the UW Hospital in Madison. Wendy was born the daughter of Edward and Lillian (Maas) Schwanke on April 22, 1946 in Beaver Dam. She was a graduate of Horicon High School. Wendy retired from John Deere. Wendy was a member of Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Horicon. She enjoyed gardening and yardwork and playing bingo. ...
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Timi A. Conley (nee Hartwig)

July 12, 1961 - March 14, 2020

Timi A. Conley (nee Hartwig), loving wife, mother, and step mother, age 58, of West Bend, formerly a longtime resident of Horicon passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at her home. A private family memorial service will be held. Timi was born the daughter of Roger D. Hartwig Sr. and Barbara (Schmidt) on July 12, 1961. Timi was united in marriage to Wayne Conley on July 16, 2004 in West...
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Tina M. Streblow

November 19, 1962 - January 28, 2020

On Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Tina Streblow entered Heaven the way she lived her life; with compassion, dignity and grace. Tina loved to spend time in her garden and go on walks with friends – she could never sit still! Her greatest joy in life was her family, helping others and her love for God. She describes this best in her own words: "There is a calling deep within my heart that...
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Kathleen Gensmer Bascombe

March 16, 1924 - January 5, 2020

Kathleen Gensmer Bascombe is once again reunited with her sisters in heaven, after leaving this earth on Sunday evening, January 5, 2020 at the age of 95. She was the youngest of three daughters born to Joseph and Eleanor (Metzger) Caughlin on March 16, 1924 and spent her childhood in Clyman, Wisconsin. Her parents named her Kathleen Mary Caughlin, thus initiating Kathleen's lifelong love for...
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Louis J. Anthoine, III

September 18, 1937 - December 14, 2019

Louis J. Anthoine III, age 82, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 14 surrounded by his wife in Horicon, Wisconsin. "Louie" was born on September 18th, 1937 to Louis John and Agnella (McDermott) Anthoine in Dubuque, Iowa. Louie graduated high school in Dubuque from Loras Academy in 1955. After graduation he enlisted in the Army. Eventually, his love of history and education led him to...
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Donald F. Pagel

July 28, 1938 - December 9, 2019

Donald F. Pagel, age 81, of Horicon passed away peacefully on December 9, 2019 at his home in Horicon with his family by his side. Don was born the son of Herbert and Henrietta (Voy) Pagel on July 28, 1938 in Horicon. He was a 1956 graduate of Horicon High School. Don was united in marriage to Karen Rader on August 3, 1968 in Fox Point, Wisconsin. He had retired from John Deere Company as a...
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Edward H. Knop

April 12, 1923 - November 23, 2019

Edward H. Knop, age 96, of Horicon, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at his home in Horicon. Edward was born the son of Arnold and Grace (Hotaling) Knop on April 12, 1923 in Fond du Lac. He was a graduate of Goodrich High School in Fond du Lac. Ed was a veteran of the US Army serving during WWII from 1943-1946. Ed was united in marriage to Margaret Owens on June 18, 1949...
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Eleanor Krueger

March 13, 1925 - November 15, 2019

Eleanor Krueger, age 94, of Horicon, passed away Friday, November 15, 2019 at Marvin's Manor of Horicon. Visitation will take place on Thursday, December 5th from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at St. Stephen Ev. Lutheran Church in Horicon with a memorial service to follow at 11 a.m. with Rev. Jonathan Szczesny at the church. Eleanor was born to Elmer and Julia (Brettschneider) Selchert on March 13,...
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Jeanne M. Gietzel

July 6, 1928 - November 15, 2019

Jeanne M. Gietzel, age 91, of Burnett passed away on Friday, November 15, 2019, at Clearview Nursing Home in Juneau. Jeanne was born the daughter of Clifford L. and Clara L. (Taylor) Simmons on July 6, 1928, in Richland Center. She was raised in Viola and then moved to South Wayne. Jeanne graduated from South Wayne Union Free High School in 1946 and then went on to receive her Bachelor's of...
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Stephen "Chili" Sunderland

March 17, 1952 - November 9, 2019

Stephen J. "Chili" Sunderland, 67, of Horicon, formerly of Beaver Dam, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 9, with his dog Sandy and wife Ellen at his side. A memorial gathering will take place on December 1st from 11:30 a.m. until the time of the Celebration of Life at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Sandra Schieble officiating at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam....
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Irving 'Bud' Bischoff

January 3, 1927 - November 9, 2019

Irving (Bud) Bischoff, 92, of Horicon passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 9th, 2019, at the Hillside Manor Nursing Home in Beaver Dam. Bud was born on January 3rd, 1927, to Ervin and Isabella (Weidig) Bischoff. He was united in marriage to Elaine Spettel on June 14th, 1952. At the age of 18, Bud was called to serve his country in WWII. He was a member of the United States Army...
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Mildred M. Bunkoske

May 23, 1926 - October 14, 2019

Mildred M. Bunkoske, age 93, of Horicon passed away on Monday, October 14, 2019 at Marvin's Manor in Horicon. Mildred was born the daughter of William F. and Elsie E. (Ladwig) Keel on May 23, 1926 in the town of Lowel. She was a 1944 graduate of Beaver Dam High School. On June 10, 1950 Mildred was united in marriage to Harry R. Bunkoske. Mildred had worked for over 25 years at West Bend Co....
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Loyall 'Lou' Evans

January 1, 1942 - October 9, 2019

Loyall 'Lou' Evans, age 77, of Horicon passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at his home in Horicon. Lou was born the son of Louis and Maxine (McGraw) Evans on January 1, 1942 in Illinois. He met Virginia 'Corky' Rodriguez and was then united in marriage to her in California. He was a veteran of the US Air Force and was also a member of the Horicon American Legion Post #157. Lou was a hard...
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Robert F. Hartwig III

August 19, 1935 - October 7, 2019

Robert F. Hartwig, III, 84, of Horicon passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 7, 2019 at the Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac. Robert was born the son of Robert August and Rose (Kurtz) Hartwig on August 19, 1935 in the township of Hubbard, WI. Robert was united in marriage to Carole Smith on October 9, 1982 in Mayville. Robert was a veteran of the US Army. He was an...
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Robert A. Miescke

September 20, 1929 - September 27, 2019

Robert (Bob) August Miescke, age 90, of Horicon, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2019 at Clearview in Juneau with family and friend by his side. The visitation will be at Zion Lutheran Church in Horicon on Thursday, October 3, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. The funeral service will follow at church on Thursday at 12:00 noon with Rev. Daniel Vojte officiating. Burial will be at Oak...
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Dorothy G. Schwertfeger

February 26, 1923 - September 27, 2019

Dorothy Grace Schwertfeger, 96, departed this life peacefully on September 27, 2019. She was the youngest child of Reverend Frederick August Schwertfeger and Selma (Hanser) Schwertfeger. She was born at the parsonage in Golden Lake, WI on February 26, 1923. Her family moved to Horicon in 1924 when her father began his forty-year pastorate at St. Stephen Evangelical Lutheran Church. After...
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Leo "Joe" Hartzheim

January 23, 1927 - September 9, 2019

Joe Hartzheim, age 92, formerly of Horicon, died on Monday, September 9, 2019 at Hillside Manor in Beaver Dam. The visitation will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Horicon on Monday, September 16, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will follow at church on Monday at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Justin Lopina and Fr. John Hedrick officiant. Burial will be at...
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Milton E. Roll

June 8, 1925 - September 5, 2019

Milton E. Roll, age 94, of Juneau passed away on Thursday, September 5 at Clearview in Juneau. Milton was born the son of Armond and Irma (Krueger) Roll on June 8, 1925 in Kekoskee. He was united in marriage to Corinne Hagen on July 24, 1951 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Woodland. Milton first farmed in Horicon and then in 1972 dairy farmed in Juneau where he continued for the rest of his...
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JoEllen M. Pasewald

January 13, 1930 - August 28, 2019

JoEllen M. Pasewald, 89, of Horicon passed away on August 28, 2019 at the Hillside Manor in Beaver Dam. JoEllen was born on January 13, 1930 to Merlin and Alvina (Herbst) Dasenbrock in Dodge County. She was united in marriage to Donald Pasewald on September 11, 1948 at St. Stephen Church in Horicon. Donald preceded her in death in 1991 after 43 years of marriage. JoEllen graduated in 1947...
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Laura L Rahn

October 4, 1949 - July 25, 2019

Laura Lee Lambert Rahn, 69, of Horicon, formerly of Catawba, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2019 at her daughter's home with family by her side due to a battle with cancer. Laura was born on October 4, 1949, the daughter of Albert and Marion (Shallow) Lambert in Chicago, IL. On February 14, 2006 she was united in marriage to William Rahn in Phillips, WI. Her life revolved around...
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Marguerite J. Van Hulst

January 30, 1931 - July 17, 2019

Marguerite J. Van Hulst, age 88, of Horicon passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2019 in her home. Marguerite was born the daughter of Martin and Alice (Fleussus) Van Hulst on January 30, 1931 in Green Bay. Marguerite received her Masters Degree in Education and dedicated her life to educating children. She taught for over 35 years in the New Holstein, Appleton, and Horicon School Districts. She...
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Barbara A. Barnish

November 1, 1940 - July 14, 2019

Barbara A. Barnish (nee Hendrix), age 78, of Horicon passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 14, 2019 at UW Hospital in Madison. Barbara was born the daughter of Robert and Alice (Driggs) Hendrix on November 1, 1940 in Moline, IL. She was a 1958 graduate of Horicon High School and then went on to receive a degree in Sociology from Carrol College. She was first united in marriage to Arthur E....
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Cindy L. Geddes

January 1, 1956 - June 22, 2019

Cindy L. Geddes, age 63, of Fox Lake passed away peacefully on June 22, 2019 at UW Hospital in Madison with her loving family by her side. A visitation for Cindy will take place on Sunday, July 7 from 11 a.m. until the time of remembrance at 12:30 p.m. at the Koepsell Murray Funeral Home in Horicon. A continued celebration of Cindy's life will take place at Fox Lake American Legion Post #521...
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William 'Bill' Fogarty

October 20, 1944 - June 18, 2019

In less than six weeks, after being diagnosed with cancer, God created "The Perfect Storm" to peacefully bring William (Bill) Walter Fogarty home to live with Christ on June 18, 2019. Bill was born October 20, 1944 in Pontiac Michigan to Richard and Margaret (Johnson) Fogarty. He graduated from GMI in 1967 and then continued his education at Wayne State University graduating with a Master's...
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Leslie 'Les' A. Schwantes

April 13, 1930 - May 29, 2019

Leslie A. Schwantes, age 89, of Horicon, born April 13, 1930 in Watertown, WI. to Elmer and Regina (Hosig) Schwantes passed away on Tuesday, May 29, 2019 at Matthews of Horicon in Horicon. A funeral service for Les will take place on Monday, June 3, 2019 at 3 p.m. at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Horicon with the Rev. Sandra Scheible officiating. Visitation will take place on Monday,...
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Carole A. Hartwig

February 21, 1934 - May 19, 2019

Carole A. Hartwig, age 85, of Horicon passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at Matthews of Horicon in Horicon. Carole was born the daughter of Raymond and Dorothy (Simon) Smith on February 21, 1934 in Neda. She was a 1952 graduate of Mayville High School. Carole worked as a legal secretary for the Schellpfeffer Law Offices in Mayville. She was united in...
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Anna H. Teson

December 2, 1919 - April 25, 2019

Anna H Teson, 99, Horicon (formerly Juneau), passed away on April 25, 2019, at her home. Anna was born on December 2, 1919, in Maryville, MO., the daughter of William and Anna (Cain) Heflin. She was married to Alfred Teson on February 19, 1949, in Conception, MO, who proceeded her in death on September 21, 1988. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Juneau, and the Christian...
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John F. Eberle

November 16, 1937 - April 10, 2019

John F. Eberle, 81, of Horicon, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2019. John was born the son of Thomas and Angeline (Tresch) Eberle on November 16, 1937 in Madison. He was united in marriage with Evelyn B. Zimpelmann on June 18, 1960 in Whitewater. John was a lifelong farmer and a skilled craftsman. He and his wife Evelyn owned and operated Eberle's Produce on their farm just west of...
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Brett A. Roggenbauer

January 4, 1967 - April 1, 2019

Brett A. Roggenbauer, age 52, of Burnett passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 1, 2019 at his home. A funeral service for Brett will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Horicon with the Rev. Daniel Vojta officiating. A visitation will be held on Friday, April 5, 2019 from 4-6 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Horicon and again on Saturday, April 6, 2019...
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Bernice 'Bea' Breitkreutz

June 28, 1921 - March 26, 2019

Bernice 'Bea' E. Breitkreutz, age 97, of Horicon passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at Angel's Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc. A funeral service for Bea will take place on Friday, March 29, 2019 at 12 noon at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Horicon with the Rev. Jonathan Szczesny officiating. Visitation will take place from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at 12 noon at the church in...
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Charles D. Davison

October 15, 1956 - March 17, 2019

Charles D. Davison, age 62, of Reeseville passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2019 at the Columbus Community Hospital in Columbus with his family by his side. A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, March 22, 2019 at the Koepsell Murray Funeral Home in Horicon from 9 a.m. until 12 noon. Burial will be held at Stone Cemetery in Burnett. Military Honors will be conducted by the Horicon...
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Gerald D. Day

December 26, 1944 - March 7, 2019

Gerald "Jerry" D. Day, age 74, of Madison and previously of Fond du Lac, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at the State of Wisconsin Veteran's Home in King. A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, May 25th from 11 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 1 p.m. at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home (716 Clinton St., Horicon WI 53032). Inurnment will take place at...
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Donald H. Kiesow

January 31, 2019

Donald H. Kiesow, 81, of Horicon passed away on Thursday, January 31, 2019 at Marvin's Manor in Horicon. Donald was born the son of August and Lydia (Drews) Kiesow in December of 1937 in Horicon. He was a 1955 graduate of Horicon High School. Don served his country in the U.S. Air Force for his career where he was stationed throughout the world. Don was a very intelligent and likeable...
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Evelyn B. Leetch

February 20, 1930 - January 22, 2019

Evelyn B. Leetch, age 88, of Horicon passed away on January 22, 2019 at Clearview Nursing Home in Juneau. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date. Evelyn was born the daughter of Emil and Helen (Weiler) Pufahl on February 20, 1930 in Horicon. She was united in marriage to James Leetch on June 4, 1966 at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church in Juneau. In her spare time...
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W. Floyd Martin

June 23, 1920 - January 21, 2019

W. Floyd Martin, age 98, of Horicon, formerly of Milwaukee passed away on Monday, January 21, 2019 at Crossroads Care Center in Mayville. Private graveside inurnment will take place at a later date. Floyd is survived by his children- Geri Pyrek of Horicon, Greg (Sharon) Martin of Dallas, Tx., Thomas (Kelly) Martin of Grafton, and Mary Chepiga of Trenton, NJ. His 10 grandchildren and 18...
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Constance "Connie" Pilsner

May 18, 1935 - January 1, 2019

Constance R. Pilsner, age 83, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 1, 2019 at Marvin's Manor in Horicon. Visitation for Connie will be at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Mayville on Friday, January 4, 2019 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at church on Friday at 11:30 a.m. with Fr. Tom Biersack officiating. Burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in Mayville. ...
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Diane M. Locke

October 27, 1955 - December 15, 2018

Diane Marie Locke, age 63 of Horicon, died peacefully surrounded by family on December 15, 2018 at her home following a long battle with ovarian cancer. Diane was born October 27, 1955 in Detroit, Michigan, to William and Ruth (Potts) Koehler. She grew up in Detroit, and graduated from Denby High School in 1973. On November 17, 1973, Diane was united in marriage to Rickey "Rick" Locke at...
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Wayne Samplawski

January 23, 1935 - November 19, 2018

Wayne Arland ("Sammy") Samplawski, formerly of Horicon, passed away at his home in Beaver Dam at the age of 83 on Monday, November 19, 2018. He was born at home on the farm in the Town of Delmar, Chippewa County, January 23, 1935, the eleventh child of Edward and Hazel (Hatfield) Samplawski. He was driving milk truck by the age of 13; and worked on a mink farm for two years before moving to...
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Frank R. Sauer

November 16, 1938 - November 19, 2018

Frank R. Sauer, 80, of Horicon passed away on Monday, November 19, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family. Frank was born the son of Edward and Rose (Ritger) Sauer on November 16, 1938 in Rubicon, WI. He was married to Deborah Riese on October 18, 1975 at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Horicon. Frank served his country in the U.S. Army. He was employed in maintenance with both St....
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Kathy R. Wajerski

September 22, 1953 - November 14, 2018

Kathy R. Wajerski, age 65 of Horicon, passed away on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at her home with her family by her side. A memorial gathering for Kathy will take place on Monday, November 19 from 3-5 p.m. at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Horicon. Kathy was born the daughter of Donald and Joyce (Daniel) Jones on September 22, 1953 in Scottsburg, Indiana. She was a veteran of the US...
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Rickey Lee Locke

June 3, 1952 - November 14, 2018

Rickey Lee "Rick" Locke, age 66 of Horicon, died peacefully surrounded by family on November 14, 2018 at the University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison following a massive heart attack. Rick was born June 3, 1952 in Port Huron, Michigan, to Roger and Dorthy (Hartman) Locke. He grew up in St. Claire Shores MI, and graduated from Lake Shore High School in 1970, before continuing his studies at...
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Marlene Mae Knueppel

May 13, 1939 - October 19, 2018

Marlene Mae Knueppel, age 79, of Horicon went to join her Eternal Savior in His heavenly home on Friday, October 19, 2018. Funeral services for Marlene will take place on Thursday, October 25 at 1 p.m. at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Horicon with the Rev. Daniel Seehafer and Rev. Jonathan Szczesny officiating. Visitation will take place from 10:30 a.m. until the service at 1 p.m. at the...
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Elaine J. Bullette

August 8, 1925 - September 26, 2018

Elaine J. Bullette, age 93, of West Bend, formerly of Horicon passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at New Perspective Assisted Living in West Bend with her husband and daughter at her side. A funeral service for Elaine will take place on Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at the Koepsell Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam with the Chaplain Carol Burczyk officiating at 12 p.m. A...
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