Stephen Joseph Vogt, age 89, a long time resident of Elkhorn, died August 22nd at Atrium Post Acute Care of Williams Bay.  Stephen was born on March 25, 1928 in Lyons, WI, the son of the late George and Mathilde (Held) Vogt.

He lived for over 70 years on the family farm outside Elkhorn.  He was a farmer and enjoyed attending auctions to collect old tractors, machinery and tools.  He loved visiting with family and hearing funny stories about their kids, pets and sports teams.  Stephen was recently living, and was well-cared for, at Atrium Post Acute Care, Williams Bay.  The services of their staff and the Aurora Hospice brought him great comfort.

Stephen is survived by his brother Louis (Michelle) Vogt and sister-in-law Doris Vogt.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers George, Clarence, Philip, John, Charles and his sisters Marion, Bernice, and Louise.  Stephen will be missed by his family including many nieces and nephews who won't forget their Uncle JoeJoe and the way he was always there with a smile and a Popsicle.

Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am Thursday, August 31 at St. Patrick's Church 107 W. Walworth Street Elkhorn with Father Oriol Regales officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery Elkhorn, WI.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Patrick's Catholic Church of Elkhorn.  On-line guestbook is at www.haaselockwoodfhs.com. The family is being assisted by Haase-Lockwood & Associates Funeral Homes and Crematory of Elkhorn.