Milton Colme Bourgeois, age 72, of Ashland passed away on Friday, October 28, 2016 at the Memorial Medical Center in Ashland. He was born on March 2, 1944 in Ashland, the son of Milton E. and Mary (Jones) Bourgeois. Colme graduated from Ashland High School in 1963 and served in the Wisconsin Army National Guard from 1963-1969. He married Sylvia (Hallam) Weber on March 2, 1975 in Ashland. Colme worked as a mechanic in a number of Ashland locations, ending his career at Roffers Construction. He enjoyed reading, spending time with family and meeting his coffee clutch group at Buddies Burgers. Colme was active at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Ashland, played on the church dartball league, was active in Faith in Action in Ashland and he always lended a helping hand in the neighborhood. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Sylvia Bourgeois of Ashland; six children, Michele (Tom) Halvorson – Ashland, Brian (Rena`) Weber – Ashland, Scott (Laurie) Weber – Ashland, Todd Weber – Whitewater, Troy (Joan) Weber – Ashland, and Beth Ann (Terry) Pockett – Lewis Center, Ohio, 17 grandchildren and their spouses, significant others and fiancés, 5 great-grandchildren, with 2 more on the way, a sister-in-law, Kathleen Hallam – Ashland, his lifetime friend, Buz (Betty Jane) Leciejewski – Ashland and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, his step-mom, Vivian Bourgeois, a brother, Donald Bourgeois, step-brother, Tom Armstrong and aunts, uncles and in-laws. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Monday, October 31, 2016 at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Ashland, with Pastor Dale Chesley officiating. Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the service at the church. Burial and United Chequamegon Bay Area Veterans services will be held at 1:30 P.M., Monday at the Mt. Hope Cemetery in Ashland. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church or to Faith in Action. Arrangements are being handled by the Frost Home for Funerals in Ashland, WI.

The Daily Press, Ashland, Ashland Co., WI, Thursday, May 23, 2002

Elizabeth Hallam

Elizabeth Glenys Hallam, 85, 1741 Cary Street in Ashland, died Tuesday, May 21, 2002, at the Ashland Health & Rehabilitation Center, in Ashland. She was born March 24, 1917, in Porth, Wales, the daughter of John and Mary Emma (Pine) Absalom. Elizabeth grew up in Wales and lived there until the mid 1930s. She moved to Hayes, Middlesex, England during the late 1930s. On April 24, 1940. she married Ernest Hallam in England. Following World War II , they moved to Woodstock, Ill. in 1948 where she and her husband farmed. From 1960 to 1974 they lived in Watertown, Wis. before moving to Ashland. They owned and operated One Hour Dry Cleaners in Ashland from 1974 until retiring in 1980. They enjoyed wintering in Okeechobee, Fla. for several years before becoming residents there from 1989 until 2000. They moved back to Ashland in 2000 and her husband preceded her in death on May 20, 2000. Elizabeth was a member of the Presbyterian-Congregational Church, in Ashland, the Moose Lodge and Eagles Lodge. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and will be sadly missed by all her family. She is survived by her daughters, Sylvia (Colme) Bourgeois and Kathleen Hallam, both of Ashland, six grandchildren, Brian (Rena) Weber of Ashland, Scott Weber of Kingston, Mich., Todd (Krenda) Weber of Ashland, Troy (Joan) Weber of Ashland Beth Ann (Terry) Pockett of Grove City, Ohio, and Michele (Tom) Halvorson of Ashland; 13 great-grandchildren, Janey, Zachary, Sylvia, Kayla, Tony, Karissa, Kassie, Joseph, Tarin, Courtney and Michael Weber and Nathan and Sarah Poquette; a sister, Edith Perry of Vancouver, British Columbia; nieces, nephews, two sisters-in-law, other relatives and friends. Besides her husband she was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Elsie and Mildred; and brother, William. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, at the Frost Home for Funerals in Ashland. Rev. Dale Chesley will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Friday at the Frost Home For Funerals. Interment will follow the service in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, in Ashland.

The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, February, 1996

Patrick John Weber

Patrick John Weber, of Cody, Wyo., a former Watertown resident, died Feb. 6, 1996 in Cody. Weber was born in Watertown, son of Mary Weber. He was a graduate of Watertown High School. Survivors include a son, Sean (Julie) of Watertown; a daughter, Amy (Kenneth) Ceithamer of Watertown; five grandchildren; his mother of Watertown; a sister Lizbeth of Eagle River; and a brother, Richard of Milwaukee. He was preceded in death by his father.

The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, Wednesday, January 22, 2020

Joan Ellen (nee Wolf) Meyers 

October 26, 1946 - January 19, 2020

Watertown -- Joan Ellen (nee Wolf) Meyers passed away on January 19, 2020 at her home after a lengthy battle with breast cancer. She was born on October 26, 1946 to Melvin and Rosalie (Beaudoin) Wolf. She graduated from Watertown High School in 1964. During her adult life, Joan worked the Estee Lauder counter for Kline's Department Store, was a Visual Merchandiser for Kohl's Department Store, and finally worked for Bradow Jewelers. Joan is survived by her loving husband, Joe; children, Sean (Veronica) Weber and Amy (Ken) Ceithamer; grandchildren: Kyle, Cameron, and Carson Weber, Emily, Noah, and Andrew (Brianna) Ceithamer; great-granddaughter Riley; sister, Kristie (Al) Schmidt; brothers, Ronald (Joan) Wolf, Andrew (Julie) Wolf; step-father, Peter Colletti; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, and brother, David, in infancy. A private family gathering is planned. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Watertown is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.hafemeisterfh.com. The family would like to thank the staff at Oconomowoc Pro Health Cancer Center for their years of care, comfort, and support, as well as Pro Health Home Hospice in her final days.

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co., WI, July 19, 2010

Richard F. Weber

A body discovered Friday in the Milwaukee River has been identified as a Milwaukee man reported missing in February. Richard F. Weber, who was 69 when he was last seen, was placed under emergency detention last November after sending goodbye letters to his sister and a friend and again in February after he was evicted from his Milwaukee apartment. Weber was a church organist who became depressed after he was robbed in 2007, according to the medical examiner's report. Weber's body was found in the Milwaukee River at E. Erie and S. Water St. around 11 a.m. Friday.

The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, Saturday, September 16, 1967

David Weihert, 26, Dies in Car Crash

Watertown Boy, Aged 10, Hurt in Same Accident

A Watertown man, 26-year-old David Weihert, son of Mrs. Margaret Weihert of 608 Park Street, was fatally injured last night in a three-vehicle accident on highway 51, some five miles from Stevens Point and ten-year-old Craig Bruske, son of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Bruske, 216 Margaret Street, suffered a fractured leg and other injuries and is a patient at St. Michael’s Hospital in Stevens Point. He was a passenger in the Weihert car. The accident happened at 8:30 p.m. and first word of it reached the Watertown Police Department around 10:30 p.m. from Joseph Budzlaw, coroner of Portage County. Police relayed the news of the death to the mother at the coroner’s request. The two Watertown persons whose families are neighbors hers also are neighbors at cottages near Stevens Point to which the two were enroute when the accident occurred. Mr. and Mrs. Bruske are at present in California.

Impact Was Cause

According to the sheriff’s office at Stevens Point two vehicles, one driven by Mrs. Bernice Kawleske, 32, of route 3, Stevens Point, and one by Louis Klasinski, 47, of route 2, Stevens Point, collided and the impact threw one of the vehicles against the car driven by Weihert. He received fatal injuries. Mr. Weihert was born in Watertown on Aug. 13, 1941. His father was the late Irvin R. Weihert who died of a heart attack here last spring. The young man resided with his mother at the Park Street address. The only other surviving relatives are uncles, aunts and other relatives.

Graduate of W.H.S.

He graduated from Watertown High School and for a time attended the University of Wisconsin. For the past six and one-half years he had been employed by the Durant Manufacturing Co. here. During his student days he had been a part-time clerk at the Mallach Pharmacy. He was a member of the Watertown Moravian Church where funeral services will be conducted on Monday at 2 p.m., the Rev. Rudolph Schulze officiating. Interment will be in the Moravian Cemetery. Friends may pay their respects to the mother and other relatives at the Pederson Funeral Home on Sunday from 3 to 9 p.m. The body will be at the church after 11 a.m. The casket will not be open.

The Fond du Lac Commonwealth Reporter, Fond du Lac, Fond du Lac Co., WI, WI, Saturday, September 16, 1967

David Weihert, 26, of Watertown, died late Friday when his car collided with a truck that had collided with another car an instant earlier on Highway 15 north of Stevens Point.

The Belvidere Daily Republican, Belvidere, Boone Co., IL, Monday, January 31, 1966

Disorderly conduct charged here

A rural Watertown, Wisc., man has been charged with disorderly conduct in connection with an incident involving a 17-year-old Belvidere high school girl. According to police records, Charles L. Wendt, 24, approached the girl in an attempt to get her to pose in the nude at a motel with promises of making her a model. The girl agreed to meet him after school, but instead reported the incident to Belvidere police. Wendt was arrested and taken to Boone County jail, but was later freed on $1,000 bond.

The Bulletin, Wilton, CT, April 25, 2002

Marsha Ann Sachdev dies at 60

Marsha Ann Sachdev of Savannah, Ga., and Rochester, N.Y., a former Wiltonian, died Friday, April 12, in Georgia. She was 60 and the wife for 40 years of R. D. Sachdev. Born in Mount Horeb, Wisc., she was the only daughter of the late Evelyn Feutz-Wendt and Melvin Wendt. She was raised in Watertown, Wisc., by her mother and stepfather, the late Paul Lindeman. A 1959 graduate of Watertown High School, she attended Syracuse University and later transferred to the University of Wisconsin at Madison, where she met her future husband. The family lived in Wilton from 1976 to 1982 and again from 1987 to 1995, eventually retiring to Savannah and Rochester. Besides her husband, Mrs. Sachdev is survived by a son, Marc S. Sachdev; a daughter, Vicki Ann Crozzoli; two grandchildren, Matthew and Holly Crozzoli; an aunt and uncle; her father-in-law, four sisters-in-law; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Private services will be held in Wisconsin. Fox & Weeks in Savannah handled arrangements there.

The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, September, 1998

Christine West

Word has been received of the death of Christine West, 51, of 22126 Quale Grove Road, Eustis, Fla., a former resident of Watertown, who died Thursday, Sept. 17, 1998. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Hamlin & Hilvish Funeral Home in Eustis. The former Christine Iceberg was born May 22, 1947 in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Henry and Ruth Eichelberg. She married James Percy West in Watertown. Survivors include her husband of Eustis; a son, James Frederick of Eustis; a brother, Frederick (Bonnie) of Clearwater, Fla.; and a nephew.

March 19, 2003, By Sara Sheckler, Sentinel Correspondent

James P. West Was There For Those Who Needed Aid

EUSTIS - James P. West was a generous man with a willingness to help anybody who needed assistance, said his son, James F. West. "Whether it was giving someone money or a place to stay, my father was there," his son said. His father, born in Watertown, Wis., moved to Eustis in 1991 from Green Lake, Wis., because he and his late wife, Chris West, wanted to escape the cold weather. West was an over-the-road trucker who crisscrossed the country in his big rig for many years. On Jan. 10, he was injured in an on-the-job accident near Joplin, MO. "He was getting ready to retire. That was going to be his final trip," from El Paso, Texas, to Plover, Wis., his son said. West, 62, died Saturday at a Joplin hospital from injuries he suffered in the accident, in which his partner drove off the road and overturned the rig while reaching for a cigarette, according to Missouri State Highway Patrol reports. West was ejected from the sleeping berth. About 15 years ago, he owned Green Lake Appliance Service, an appliance-repair business in Green Lake. After he taught Chris West how to do the work, she took over the business, and he returned to trucking. "He could make a good living on the road," his son said. West, an Army veteran who served in Germany for two years between the Korean and Vietnam wars, loved to travel. With his sister, Marge Reichardt of Watertown, he journeyed to Hawaii and Las Vegas, and took cruises to Mexico. Shooting pool in taverns and at home was a favorite pastime, and West had an annual pass to Walt Disney World. "He liked going to the different country pavilions at Epcot," his son said. Other survivors include his mother, Mina West of Watertown; father, Percey West of Watertown; and brothers, Donald West of Watertown and Richard West of Delavan, Wis. Hamlin and Hilbish Funeral Directors in Eustis is handling arrangements.

The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, May 8, 2023

Lyla Mae Westermeyer

January 28, 1940 - May 3, 2023

Watertown, WI - Lyla Mae Westermeyer (Staude), 83 of Watertown, passed away peacefully in her home with her husband and other family by her side on May 3, 2023. Lyla Westermeyer was born January 28, 1940, the daughter of Herbert and Meta (Biederman) Staude. She was one of 6 siblings who all grew up on the Staude farm in Johnson Creek, WI. On May 26, 1962, Lyla was united in marriage with Peter Westermeyer at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church of Farmington. Lyla was a pioneer in establishing the first women's softball league and first girl's ponytail league in Watertown, WI. She enjoyed spending time with her husband Peter and watching her family grow up at their cottage in central Wisconsin on Fish Lake which they had for over 30 years. Lyla also showed her love for the community by volunteering over 20 years at Twice is Nice in Jefferson, WI. Lyla was an avid sports fan and loved watching all of her Wisconsin sports. Lyla will forever be remembered for her strong faith, the love she had for her family, and her strong will and determination. Lyla is survived by: her husband of 60 years Peter; children Barbara (Scott) Krueger, Daniel (Holly) Westermeyer, Shari (Jeff) McGuire and Matthew (Heather) Westermeyer; grandchildren Tara (Steve), Broc, Josh (Rachel), Justin, Jenna (Keith), and Maddex; great-grandchildren Maverick, Brayden, Elena, Daniel, Gavin, Max, Kora, and Ofelia; and brother Herbert (Ione) Staude. Lyla is also survived by a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Lyla is preceded in death by her parents, 4 sisters, and great-grandson John Peter. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 PM on Friday, May 12, 2023, at St. Luke's Lutheran Church of Watertown with Rev. Anthony Schultz presiding. Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM until the time of service at the church. Lyla will be laid to rest at Lutheran Cemetery in Watertown in a private family service. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Lyla's name to St. Luke's Lutheran Church would be appreciated by the family. John 11:25-26 "Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die..." The Pederson-Nowatka Funeral Home is caring for the family.

The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, Thursday, December 23, 2020

Dale L. Wetzel

Dale L. Wetzel, 79, of Waterloo, died unexpectedly on Monday, December 21, 2020 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison from a heart attack after fighting a three-year battle with cancer. A private family service will be held at Hafemeister Funeral Home. Burial will be at Lutheran Cemetery in Watertown. Memorials, if desired, would be appreciated to St. Mark’s Ev. Lutheran Church or School. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Watertown is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.hafemeister.com. Dale was born in rural Watertown to Lester and Leona (nee Dobrick) Wetzel on April 25, 1941. He was a life long member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Watertown. He graduated from St. Mark’s Grade School and Watertown High School, class of 1959. In 1999, Dale married Ellyn Luther at St. Mark’s. They enjoyed a total of 36 years as best friends. Dale worked for Lindberg Hevi-Duty and United Van Lines. Later, he was co-owner of D&D Mail Contractors. In retirement until now, Dale worked for Archie Monuments. He enjoyed playing the accordion in many area bands after high school. He also liked to play cards, especially Sheepshead and Texas Hold’em. Dale loved to duck hunt with his long-time friend, Chuck Brumm, either at the Mud Lake Marsh or on the Mississippi River. Both of them served on committees for the Watertown Chapter of Ducks Unlimited. Dale, his son Jeff, and brother Ken enjoyed turkey and deer hunting in the Hollandale area where they made many new friends. He is survived by his wife, Ellie Luther-Wetzel; children, Jeff (Bonnie) Wetzel and Andrea Brickman; and step-daughter, Amy (Tony) Hilliard. Dale was “Grandpa” to Bobbi-Jo, Ben (Barb), and Lindsey Wetzel, and Sara Brickman. He was “Papa” to step-grandchildren, Tyler, Mackenna (Curtis Haberman), and Camryn Schwartz. He is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Dolly Wetzel, Sandie (Dick) Foskett, and Carole Riege as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Don (Jan) Wetzel and Ken Wetzel; and brothers-in-law, Roger Riege and Fred Luther. The family would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Terry Turke for his guidance down the unknown road of cancer. Dale was a kind, gentle man who is now free from pain and with the Lord. Rest in peace, you are loved “GEEZ” (Old Geezer).

Koback, Dennis P.

Of Janesville, age 69, of Janesville, died Friday, November 8, 2013, at his home. He was born in Milwaukee on August 8, 1944, the son of Sylvester and Alice Jean (Zabrowski) Koback. Following graduation, Dennis served in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War. He married Gail Ann (Fisher) Hauboldt in West Allis on October 11, 1985. Dennis had been employed as a public servant in numerous capacities. He was a Police Officer in Brookfield for 14 years. Dennis was the Emergency Manager in Pomona, CA and the 911 Director in Grand Forks, ND. Finally, Dennis was employed by the Transportation Safety Authority in Airport Security at General Mitchell International Airport, Milwaukee until retiring in 2008. He was a Janesville resident for the past 12 years where he was a member of Kienow Hilt VFW Post 1621. He is survived by his wife, Gail; son, Dennis (Susan) Koback of Milwaukee; daughter, Laura Russell of Santa Clarita, CA; 2 step children, Robert Hauboldt of Milwaukee and Leigh Ann (Lee) Weinstein of Blue Bell, PA; and 8 grandchildren: Samantha Carrodus, Rebecca Russell, Benjamin Russell, Christopher Russell, Jonathan Russell, Dennis Koback, Brandon Koback, and Kieran Russell. He was preceded in death by his parents; and 4 siblings: Darryl Koback, Richard Koback, David Koback, and Terry Deacon. A Celebration of Life will take place on Wednesday, November 13, 2013, from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM with Military Honors from Kienow Hilt VFW Post 1621, at 4:30 PM at SCHNEIDER APFEL SCHNEIDER & SCHNEIDER FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORY, Janesville. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association in the name of Dennis P. Koback. For on-line guestbook and condolences: www.schneiderfuneraldirectors.com.

The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, May 4, 2022

Jules Richard "Dick" Henriott

May 14, 1935 - March 29, 2022

Watertown, WI - Jules Richard Henriott was born on May 14, 1935 in Manitowoc, WI to Julius & Florence (Ellestad) Henriott. He married Sharon L. Wiese on June 8, 1963 in Clyman, WI. He graduated from Columbus High School in 1955. He was employed at Allard Express and Clairmont Trucking until they went out of business. Then he went to work for the Dodge County Highway Department. He served in the U.S. Army - Combat Engineers. He was sent over to Beruit, Lebanon during an uprising there. He was a member of the VFW Post 9392 in Lowell, WI where he was a member of the Rifle Squad for military funerals. He was a constable in Clyman for a few years and member of the Clyman Fire Department for 53 years. He was also a charter member of the Clyman Lions Club and the Clyman's Sportsmans Club. He was also a member of St. John's Catholic Church in Clyman. In his spare time he loved camping, hunting, bowling and trap shooting. He also loved driving his 2 old cars, a '49 Plymouth and a '56 Oldsmobile. Dick and Sharon traveled Route 66 to California with the '49 Plymouth along with good friends Roland & Irene Habeck and their '56 Chrysler. Dick is survived by his wife Sharon, 3 daughters: Michele (Phil) Zimmerman of Watertown, Jeanne (Wayne) Steinke of Juneau and Kathy (Jim) Polensky of Watertown. Grandsons Matthew & Nathan Polensky of Watertown. His sister Patricia Henriott and Brother-in-Law Dennis Fosdal along with other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sisters Barbara (Ed) Raduenz, Judy (Don) Finkler, and nephew Mike Raduenz. A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Clyman (714 Church St. Clyman, WI) with Father Onildo Diaz officiating. Relatives and friends may gather at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial with military honors will follow at St. Isadore Cemetery in Clyman. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service is serving the family. Online tributes may be made at HafemeisterFH.com. The family would like to thank the caring staff at Pine Ridge Assisted Living and Marquardt Hospice for the compassionate care they provide to Dick during his last weeks.

The Janesville Gazette, Janesville, Rock Co., WI, Thursday, August 24, 1989

Willman, Robert D.

JANESVILLE - Robert D. Willman, age 49, of 3141 DuPont, died Tues., Aug. 22, 1989 at the Mercy Hospital. He was born Jan. 30, 1940 in Watertown, the son of Oscar and Marcella (Dobbratz) Willman. He was a Janesville resident for over 25 years. He married Mabel (Cunningham) Beall on July 8, 1972, at Loves Park, IL. He had been employed at GMAD and was a member of the NRA. He is survived by his wife, Mabel; 3 daughters: Sheryl (David) Langrehr, Barbara (David) Rothenbuehler and Linda Beall all of Janesville; 12 grandchildren; his father, Oscar Willman of Watertown; 1 sister, Josephine (George) Lindberg, and 1 brother, Glenn Willman, both of Watertown; a sister, Linda Plymesser of Johnson Creek.He was preceded in death by 1 brother, Ralph, and his mother, Marcella. Funeral services will be Sat., Aug. 26, at 1:00 p.m. at the SCHNEIDER FUNERAL HOME. Burial will be in the Town of Rock Cemetery, Afton. Visitation will be on Sat. from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the SCHNEIDER FUNERAL HOME.

The Times-Advocate, Escondido, San Diego Co., CA, Monday, June 24, 1985

Marlene Sharon Zahn

WOODBRIDGE, Va. - Marlene Sharon Zahn, a former resident of San Diego for 18 years, died June 17 at home. She was 43. She was born in San Diego and had lived in Woodbridge the past five years. She had served in the U.S. Navy with three years of service. She was a member of Epiphany Lutheran Church in Dale City, Va. Survivors include her husband, Charles F.; daughter Sharon Ann Zahn of Woodbridge; mother Elisa Bell of Escondido; father Fred W, Stone of Nevada; and sister Elizabeth Luissier of Windsor, Conn. Services and interment were held in Quantico National Cemetery in Quantico, Va., with full military honors. The family suggests donations to the American Cancer Society. Cunningham Mount Castle Funeral Home in Woodbridge, Va., was in charge of arrangements.

Barbara (Janzer) Cefalu, age 82 of Wautoma, formerly of Milwaukee, died on Sunday, May 10 2015 in Wild Rose. She was born on February 10, 1933 in Milwaukee to Bernard and Leona (Wiesner) Janzer. Barbara worked as a cashier for Kohl’s Grocery Stores for over 20 years. In 1982 she married Peter Cefalu in Milwaukee. After retiring, the couple moved to Wautoma to enjoy their lake home. Barbara also enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and retired member of Italian Community Ladies of Unico. Barbara is survived by her children: Michael (Bonnie) Maglio, Steven (Jackie) Maglio, Jane Kunath, Lori Maglio, Beth Maglio, Mary Jo (Theodore) Maglio-Kubisiak; grandchildren: Kathryn Maglio, Elizabeth Maglio, Alaura Maglio, Caleb Maglio, Courtney Maglio, Steven Kunath, Elaine Kunath, Geremy Kunath, Alexandra Nadolski, Theo Maglio, Mara Kubisiak; great grandchildren: Toni Walters, Ronan Maglio, Tyson Maglio; step-sons: Theodore, John and Peter Cefalu; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Peter Cefalu in 2011; son: John Maglio; brother: Ronnie Janzer and sister: Joan Spiel. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12PM (NOON) on Friday, May 15, 2015 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wautoma. Officiating at the mass will be Rev. David Greskowiak with burial to follow in Calvary Cemetery, Wautoma. The family will greet relatives and friends at church on Friday from 11AM until the time of Mass at 12 (NOON). In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church in Barbara’s name. Note: obituary prepared by Leikness Funeral Home.

The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, July 14, 2021

Jerome G. Keeser Sr.

1940 - 2021

Watertown, WI - Jerome G. Keeser, Sr., 81, of Watertown, passed away on Sunday, July 4, 2021 at Watertown Regional Medical Center. Jerome Gene Keeser, Sr. was born on May 25, 1940 in Farmington, the son of Fred and Gwendlyn Keeser. On August 11, 1962, he married Betty Zillmer at Trinity Lutheran Church in Watertown. He was a member of Watertown Moravian Church. He worked as a mason contractor for 46 years, owning and operating K&K Masonry in Watertown. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening. In his younger years, he also enjoyed snowmobiling. Jerome is survived by his wife, Betty Keeser of Watertown; children, Randy (Carri) Mulvaney, Tammy (Rick) Duerr, Barbie Keeser, Jerry (Dawn) Keeser, Jr., Curt (Marisa) Keeser, and Jessica Keeser; grandchildren, Connor Mulvaney, Tyler Duerr, Ricky Duerr, Justin Duerr, Tanner Keeser, Katie Keeser, Chloe Keeser, Carson Keeser, Emma Keeser, Alena Keeser, Logan Keeser, and Josh Strohbush; great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, sisters, Carol Cartwright and Faye Toebe; brothers, Dan (Ruth) Keeser, Mike (Debbie) Keeser, and Joe (Nancy) Keeser; sisters-in-law, Karen Keeser and Carol Keeser. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Russell Keeser and Wayne Keeser; daughter, Kay Keeser; grandchildren, Ben Keeser and Curtiss Keeser, Jr. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at Watertown Moravian Church at 1 p.m. with Rev. Kurt Liebenow officiating. Family and friends may gather at the church from 11:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Watertown is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.hafemeisterfh.com.

The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, December 7, 2021

David C. Mundy

February 10, 1944 - December 2, 2021

Watertown, WI - David C. Mundy, 77, of Watertown, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2021, at Marquardt Health Center in Watertown. David Carl Mundy was born on February 10, 1944, in Lebanon, the son of Charles and Leona (nee Reich) Mundy. He attended Watertown High School as part of the class of 1962. He had been employed as an independent drywaller all his life. He loved sports and enjoyed playing and actively following them, especially Wisconsin teams. He coached baseball and later in life enjoyed golfing. David is survived by his significant other, Peggy Drews; children, Vincent (MaryJane) Mundy, Jon (Michelle) Mundy, and Jeff Mundy; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; brother, Marvin (Joyce) Frey; sister, Linda (Dale) Vogt; as well as other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Chuck (Gail) Mundy; and sisters, Grace Nelson and Bonnie (Carl) Passwaters. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Watertown is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.hafemeisterfh.com.

Pederson-Nowatka Funeral Homes - Watertown Funeral Home, Watertown

Janice Pirkel

November 13, 1940 - January 3, 2023

Janice B. Pirkel, 82 of Watertown, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Bedrock Health Care Center of Watertown. Jan was born November 13, 1940, in Brookfield WI, the daughter of Henry and Laurina (Mueller) Zillmer. She grew up on a farm and with no brothers in her family learned to work hard. Jan later graduated from Watertown High School, and enjoyed bowling and darts in her earlier years. She worked a variety of jobs, waitressing while raising her children and went on to own a tavern for 5 years. Jan finished her career in home health, something near to her heart since she was the primary caretaker for her own parents in their later years. Crafting was her favorite activity, especially using artificial flowers to make wreaths, centerpieces, and other display items. Jan also liked to play cards, and do scratch off tickets. She was the former “Gaming Commissioner of Grellton”. Above all else, Jan loved her family and enjoyed helping others. She will be missed by those she leaves behind. Jan is survived by her children Deborah (Steve Harrass) Detert, Mark (Jenifer) Pirkel, Edward (Rhonda Borchardt) Pirkel, Paul (Dawn) Pirkel, grandchildren Craig, Tiarra, Gabriella, Stephanie, Kyle, Sammi Jo, Sara, Jay, Amber, Vince, Kodi, and Kortnie. 17 great-grandchildren, sister Alice Meschke, and former husband Richard Pirkel. She is also survived by a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, sister Gladys (Donald) Schroeder, and brothers-in-law Robert Meschke and Gary Johnson. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Rainbow Hospice Care in Jan's name would be appreciated by the family. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at Glenview Memorial Gardens Chapel with Rev. Nick Slater presiding. Following the service, a friends and family gathering will be held at Linda's Lookout in Grellton.

The wedding party, left to right: John Coughlin, Judy Groehler, Kristine Coughlin, Margaret Gaspar, Patricia (Coughlin) Zimmerman, Daron Zimmerman, Donald Zimmerman, Leigh Larson, Richard Schumann, and James Oiler.