Obituaries

Robert L Jooss

Robert L Jooss

May 8, 2026

Robert “Doc” Jooss M.D. age 86 of Twin Lakes, WI passed away May 8, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 26, 1939, in Brillion, WI. The son of the late Martin and Adeline (Huebner) Jooss. On April 9, 1966, he was united in marriage to Judith Dana. He served in the United States Navy as...

Nancy J. Ruud

Nancy J. Ruud

May 6, 2026

Nancy J. Ruud, 88, of Burlington, WI, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord on Wednesday, May 6th, 2026. Nancy was born in Evansville, IN, on February 10, 1938, to James and Sylvia (Fanta) Matthews. Nancy married the love of her life, the late Gary I. Ruud, on February 2nd, 1957, at the First Baptist Church in Waukegan, IL.

Nancy...

Robert "Bob" W. Arnold

Robert "Bob" W. Arnold

May 3, 2026

Robert W. “Bob” Arnold of Elkhorn, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at Lakeland Health Care Center in Elkhorn. Bob passionately pursued many interests and activities throughout life, yet he always maintained deep appreciation for simple pleasures.

Bob was born September 29, 1930 in Elkhorn, WI to the late Lyman K. and Gertrude (Nuoffer) Arnold. He graduated from...

David Henry Schmitt

David Henry Schmitt

May 3, 2026

David H. Schmitt age 77 of Elkhorn, WI died on May 3, 2026, at Aurora Lakeland Hospital of Elkhorn, WI. David was born on March 24, 1949, son of the late Henry and Loretta (Schiesher) Schmitt. David spent his life growing up on the family farm and eventually moving into truck driving; owning his own operation for a time, he...

Susan L. August

Susan L. August

May 1, 2026

Susan L. August, 77 of Elkhorn, WI, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Golden Years in Lake Geneva, WI. She was born July 19, 1948, in Whitewater, WI, the daughter of the late Henry and Hazel (Blunk) August. Susan worked as a nurse with Lakeland Hospital and served as an EMT with Elkhorn Rescue Squad for 30 years....

Carol L. Golly

Carol L. Golly

May 1, 2026

Carol L. Golly age 82 of Elkhorn, WI died peacefully at The Gardens at RidgeStone in Elkhorn, WI surrounded by her family on May 1, 2026. Carol was born on January 17, 1944; daughter of the late Charles and Rose (Osborne) Bransky. On April 24, 1965, Carol was united in marriage to Richard “Dick” Golly; together they raised their family...

Marilyn J Olson

Marilyn J Olson

Apr 30, 2026

Marilyn J. Olson age 93 of Powers Lake, WI. died April 30, 2026.  She was born on February 19, 1933 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.  The daughter of the late Emil F. Juedes and Florence Mertz Juedes.  She was united in marriage in Milwaukee, WI on February 20, 1960 to Gene O. Olson who preceded her in death on November 12, 2017....

Bruce O Sikkila

Bruce O Sikkila

Apr 26, 2026

Bruce O. Sikkila, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2026 in Burlington, Wisconsin. He was born on March 19,1945 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Onni and Faith (Pelkola) Sikkila who settled in Mass City in Michigan's upper peninsula. Bruce attended school and graduated from Mass City School, where he played basketball for the Mass Rockets.  

Bruce earned an associate's...

Douglas A. Galloway

Douglas A. Galloway

Apr 21, 2026

Douglas A. Galloway, age 63, of Lake Geneva, WI, passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2026. He was born on November 16, 1962, the son of the late William Sr. and Janeta (Lincoln) Galloway.

Douglas is survived by his daughters Amanda and Anna Galloway, sisters; Melodie Marrari, Jean Reinke and Victoria Clament and other loving family members.

Douglas is preceded in death...

Margaret "Marge" Schaber

Margaret "Marge" Schaber

Apr 21, 2026

Margaret “Marge” Schaber, 85 of Eagle, WI, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at Linden Grove in Mukwonago, WI. She was born May 24, 1940, in Long Island, New York, the daughter of the late Edwin and Marion (Kerwin) Dolan. Marge loved animals of all sorts and was an avid bird watcher. She never met a wild animal that...

Michelle A. "Mickie" Verran

Michelle A. "Mickie" Verran

Apr 21, 2026

Michelle "Mickie" Verran, 65, of Salem Lakes, WI., was a beacon of light and warmth whose presence profoundly shaped the lives of everyone she met. Born on July 24th, 1960, in Chicago, she spent her years cultivating a life defined by radical generosity and an unwavering commitment to those she held dear.

Mickie’s heart was an open door. She possessed a...

Eileen M Johnson

Eileen M Johnson

Apr 19, 2026

Eileen M. Johnson, 93, of Kaukauna, Wisconsin, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Born on January 28, 1933, Eileen was the oldest daughter of Michael and Anna (LaVelle) Murphy. She grew up in Chicago with her sister, Annette Frank, and brother, John Murphy, and was an especially proud Bears and Cubs fan. She attended Immaculata High...

Charles A. Powell

Charles A. Powell

Apr 18, 2026

Charles A. Powell (aka “Chuck” or “Chaz”), age 73, passed away from natural causes on April 18, 2026.

Chuck was born in Elkhorn, WI on March 31, 1953 to Allen P. and Fannie L. (Peck) Powell. Chuck was a 1971 graduate of Elkhorn High School. Chuck was an avid “Cheesehead,” and Wisconsin Badger and Milwaukee Brewer fan. Chuck was also a...

Mario Baratti Sr

Mario Baratti Sr

Apr 16, 2026

Mario Baratti Sr age 87 of Elkhorn, WI and formerly of Chicago, IL. Died April 16, 2026. He was born in Naples, Italy on September 15, 1938. The son of the late Arnaldo and Lina (Defalco) Baratti. On May 5, 1963 he was united in marriage to Maria Colaizzi who preceded him in death on January 11, 2015.

Survived by his...

Sally Ann Smith

Sally Ann Smith

Apr 11, 2026

Sally Ann Smith, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and love. Born on October 21, 1947, in New Kensington, PA, Sally lived a life enriched by her commitment to others, always placing the needs and happiness of those around her above her own.

For over...

Timothy Wayne Peek

Timothy Wayne Peek

Apr 10, 2026

Timothy Wayne Peek age 70 was called home to glory on Friday April 10, 2026 at UW Hospital in Madison, WI; entering the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, having fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith(2 Timothy 4:7).

Tim was born on July 15, 1955 in Lincoln, IL; son of the late Earl and...

Marion F. Brunn

Marion F. Brunn

Apr 8, 2026

Marion F. Brunn, 98 of Elkhorn, WI, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at East Troy Manor. She was born February 27, 1928, in Milwaukee, WI, the daughter of the late Freeman and Gertrude (Scott) Weason. She loved to watch NASCAR and the Green Bay Packers. Marion loved animals, especially dogs throughout her life. She enjoyed boarding and kenneling...

Kyle L. Smith

Kyle L. Smith

Apr 7, 2026

Kyle L. Smith, 35, of Orlando, FL and formerly of Janesville, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. He was born on October 11, 1990, in Orlando, FL, the son of Dwight and Julie (Rothering) Smith.

Kyle grew up a talented artist, a gift he carried with him throughout his life. After graduating from Craig High School with the...

William "Bill" F. Meyer

William "Bill" F. Meyer

Apr 7, 2026

William “Bill” F. Meyer, age 93, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. He was born on July 31, 1932, in Evanston, IL, the son of the late Bernard and Anna (Donnelly) Meyer. Bill spent his life’s career working for the United States Postal Service starting as a carrier and concluding as a Postmaster. His younger years found him coaching...

Phyllis Elaine Pellmann

Phyllis Elaine Pellmann

Apr 7, 2026

Phyllis E. Pellmann age 98 of Elkhorn, WI died on Tuesday April 7, 2026 at Lakeland Medical Center of Elkhorn, WI. Phyllis was born on August 30, 1927; daughter of the late Bernard and Edith (Feldkamp) Nienhaus. Phyllis is a 1945 graduate of St. Mary’s Highschool in Burlington, WI. From there she went on to be a beautician and hairdresser...