OBITUARIES

Recent Obituaries


The obituaries in the in Marquette County Area reflect the region's close-knit population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Wisconsin's history and identity.

Susan Myhre

Susan Myhre

Dec 2, 2022

Susan Ann Myhre, age 63 of Oxford passed away Friday, December 2, 2022 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg.  Susan was born in Oconomowoc on October 19, 1959 to John and Judith (Mitwede) Morse.  She graduated form Arrowhead High School in 1977 and furthered her education at Waukesha County Technical College.  Susan resided in the town of Delafield off Pewaukee Lake...

Phyllis Kohnke

Phyllis Kohnke

Dec 2, 2022

Phyllis Maxeen Kohnke, age 90 of Montello passed away Friday, December 2, 2022 peacefully at her home surrounded by love.  Phyllis was born in Princeton to Max and Josephine (Beyer) Rozek on June 3, 1932.  She graduated from Princeton School in 1950 and married Ross Kohnke on January 12, 1952 in Princeton.  Ross preceded Phyllis in death on January 22,...

Sharon Ayers

Sharon Ayers

Dec 2, 2022

Sharon Eilene Ayers, age 75 of Oxford passed away Friday, December 2, 2022 at Villa Pines Nursing Home in Friendship.  Sharon was born in Preston, Minnesota on July 16, 1947 to Harold and Hazel (Barnes) Ayers.  She graduated from Chosen Valley High School in Chatfield, MN in 1965.  Sharon resided in the Waukesha/Pewaukee area and retired after a 38 year...

Pamela Levenhagen

Pamela Levenhagen

Nov 30, 2022

Pamela Ann Levenhagen, age 64 of Montello passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022 surrounded by her family at Martha’s Assisted Living in Princeton.  Pam was born in Beaver Dam on March 28, 1958 to Robert and Marilyn (Whitrock) Henkel.  She graduated from Horicon High School in 1976 and on September 30, 1978 Pam was united in marriage to Darwin Levenhagen...

Carol Tweed

Carol Tweed

Nov 14, 2022

Carol Vivian Tweed, age 88 of Montello passed away Monday, November 14, 2022 at The Residences on Forest Lane CBRF in Montello.  Carol was born in Woodbury, Minnesota on July 11, 1934 to Norman and Evelyn (Risch) Jacobson.  On September 27, 1952 she married Thomas Tweed.  Carol and Tom raised their family and worked in the Milwaukee area retiring to...

Mary Barron

Mary Barron

Nov 13, 2022

Mary Lou Barron, age 65 of Marquette passed away Sunday, November 13, 2022 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison.  Mary was born in Madison on December 21, 1956 to Eugene and Betty (Sloan) Stevens.  She married her longtime partner Ronald “Ronnie” Barron, he preceded her in death on August 2, 2014.  Mary was an avid bingo and card player and...

Katherine Geisler

Katherine Geisler

Oct 21, 2022

Katherine “Kathie” Mary Geisler, age 69 of Oxford passed away Friday, October 21, 2022 at Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital in Milwaukee.  Kathie was born in Cedarburg to Wayne and Theresa (Matuszak) Grace on September 22, 1953.  Kathie grew up in San Diego, California until eventually moving to Janesville, Wisconsin to start a family and adopting her son, Matthew.  Her...

Terry Procknow

Terry Procknow

Oct 14, 2022

Terry "TP" Edwin Procknow, age 74 of Oxford passed away peacefully Friday, October 14th at St. Clare Hospital surrounded by family.  Terry was born in Portage on May 11, 1948 to Lloyd and Shirley (Ellinger) Procknow.  He attended the two-room grade school in Plainville, WI and later Oxford High School and graduated from Westfield High School in 1966 being known...

Buddy Williams

Buddy Williams

Oct 11, 2022

Buddy L. Williams, age 87 of Montello (Lake Puckaway) was born into eternal life on Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at his home.  He was born in Grants Pass, Oregon on November 23, 1934 to Oscar and Elizabeth (Deaton) Williams.  Buddy served his country as a member of the United States Navy, serving on the USS Salem.  He was united in...

Donald Marshall

Donald Marshall

Oct 4, 2022

Donald F. Marshall, age 85 of Arkdale, formerly of Palmyra, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at his home.  He was born on May 5, 1937 in Milwaukee to Fern and Emily (Snidle) Marshall.  After serving in the U.S Air Force, Don was united in marriage to Sharon Lorenz on October 4, 1958.

His life centered around his...

Robert Taft

Robert Taft

Oct 1, 2022

Robert “Bob” Hollis Taft, age 68 of Westfield, passed away on Saturday, October 1, 2022.

Bob was a kind well read person and anyone who met Bob enjoyed his stories and knowledge of history.  He loved to read, collect knives, hunting, fishing and the outdoors.

Bob is survived by his sister, Vickie Loberg; brother, Gary Taft; two special nephews, Wally...

Scott Johnston

Scott Johnston

Oct 1, 2022

Scott Anthony Johnston, age 56 of Westfield, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2022 at his home.  He was born on February 21, 1966 in Ayr, Scotland to EW and Jeanette (Doyle) Johnston Jr.

Scott is survived by his companion, Liam Coyle, Westfield and his children, Amanda (Matt) Borzick and Patrick (Niki) Coyle; his siblings, Rhonda (Steve) Duke, AL, Tina...

Kurt Johnson

Kurt Johnson

Sep 30, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Kurt Douglas Johnson announce his passing on September 30, 2022 at the age of 57.  He was born at Divine Savior Hospital in Portage to Keith Johnson Sr. and Lois Kratz.  Kurt spent most of his life residing in the Montello area.  He was a good hearted, kind person and always...

Caryl Bassett

Caryl Bassett

Sep 29, 2022

Caryl Louise Bassett, age 90 of Montello passed away Thursday, September 29, 2022 at the Montello Care Center.  Caryl was born in Madison on August 5, 1932 to Loyal and Helen (Rieger) Dunning.  She graduated from Madison East High School in 1950 and married James Bassett on July 11, 1953 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Madison and together they...

Adeline Zacharias

Adeline Zacharias

Sep 26, 2022

Adeline Augusta Zacharias, age 100 of Princeton passed away Monday, September 26, 2022 at The Barrett House in Markesan.  Adeline was born at home in Marquette, Green Lake County on November 28, 1921 to Frank and Emma (Zarbrook) Kresel.  She married John Zacharias February 27, 1938 and together raised three daughters on their dairy farm in Little Mecan.  In 1971,...

Sandra Klapper

Sandra Klapper

Sep 26, 2022

Sandra “Sandy” Ann Klapper, age 81 of Montello passed away peacefully on Monday, September 26, 2022, surrounded by family at the Montello Care Center.  Sandy was born in Beaver Dam on October 17, 1940 to Ray and Ruth (Crown) Walters.  She graduated from Montello High School and married Robert Klapper on November 28, 1959 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in...

Robert Clements

Robert Clements

Sep 26, 2022

Robert “Bob” Clements, age 87 of Montello passed away Monday, September 26, 2022 at his home.  Bob was born on July 9, 1935 in Madison, WI to Edwin and Lilly (Storteig) Clements. Bob went to technical college to be a mechanic. He worked for the University of Wisconsin Madison Garage for 19 years. Bob ran a small engine shop for...

Markita Schoechert

Markita Schoechert

Sep 13, 2022

Markita Ann Schoechert, age 90 of Montello passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Wisconsin Dells Health Services Nursing Home.  Markita was born in Converse, Indiana on July 25, 1932 the daughter of Charles and Alma (Patrick) Flora.  She was united in marriage to Donald Schoechert of Watertown, WI on May 19, 1962 in Peru, IN.  Markita worked at Kruger...

Beverly Weber

Beverly Weber

Sep 6, 2022

Beverly Lucy Weber, age 74 of Montello passed away Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at her home.  Beverly was born in Chicago on November 28, 1947 to Arvid and Lucille (Peretto) Anderson.  She graduated from Oaklawn High School and married George Weber on January 12, 1980 in Maywood, IL.  Together they moved to Montello in 1993; George preceded...

Alvino Sayas

Alvino Sayas

Sep 1, 2022

Alvino “Al” Sayas , age 85 of Montello passed away Thursday, September 1, 2022 at Harris Villa Assisted Living in Westfield.  Al was born in Wauwatosa to Victor and Jesus (O’Lara) Sayas.  After graduating from high school, Al served his country as a member of the United States Air Force stationed in Iceland.  Following his time in...

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