Obituaries
Bruce W. Bruschnig
Apr 20, 2025
Bruce W. Bruschnig, 69 of Richwood, passed away peacefully surrounded by his children on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at St. Mary’s Hospital of Madison.
Bruce was born on April 25, 1955, in Oconomowoc, the son of William and Barbara (Niemann) Bruschnig. He attended and graduated from Oconomowoc High School. Following graduation, Bruce enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and proudly...
Patricia A. Sellnow
Apr 6, 2025
Patricia A. Sellnow, 88 of Watertown, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at her home in Watertown.
Pat was born on March 23, 1937, in Milwaukee, the daughter of Norman and Julia (Varro) Drees. On June 25, 2022, Pat was united in marriage with Elmer Sellnow at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Hubbleton. Pat was a social butterfly who loved...
James B. Blanchfield
Mar 15, 2025
James B. Blanchfield, 77 of Johnson Creek, passed away at his home on March 15, 2025.
James was bon on November 24, 1947, the son of Edward and Clara (Drew) Blanchfield.
Per his wishes, James will be laid to rest at Glenview Memorial Gardens next to his parents.
John K. Kopplin
Mar 13, 2025
John K. Kopplin, 62 of Watertown, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at his home.
John was born on March 25, 1962, in Watertown, the son of Emil and Genevieve (Mand) Kopplin. He married the love of his life Wendy Klockow on May 14, 1983, in Johnson Creek, and the couple enjoyed 37 years of marriage before her passing in...
Jacob C. Struble
Mar 8, 2025
Jacob C. Struble, 34, of Watertown passed away on Saturday March 8, 2025.
Jacob was born on June 15, 1990, in Oconomowoc, the son of John and Gayle (Kaufmann) Struble. Jacob worked as a caregiver for many years. Jacob loved the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, music, animals and grilling on a charcoal grill. Jacob was a kind and gentle soul. Above...

Joan E. Holston
Mar 7, 2025
Joan E. Holston, 91 (formerly of Fort Atkinson), died on Friday, March 7th, 2025, at The View at Johnson Creek.
She was born on October 2, 1933, in Watertown, the daughter of Arthur and Hazel (Lemke) Vergenz. Joan attended Watertown High School, and married Phillip Holston on July 2, 1955 at the First Congregational Church in Watertown. She had been a...
Gary Walter Broom
Mar 2, 2025
Gary Walter Broom passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at Rainbow Hospice in Johnson Creek surrounded by family. Gary was born on February 7, 1953 to Walter and Sylvia Broom in Chippawa Falls, WI.
Gary grew up and graduated from Oconomowoc High School in 1971. After high school, he attended Technical College before settling into the Ixonia area and...
Raymond R. Lamp
Mar 2, 2025
Raymond R. Lamp, 92, of Watertown, WI, passed away peacefully with family at his side on Sunday, March 2, 2025.
Raymond was born on January 29, 1933, to Arthur and Orlanda (Fehrman) Lamp on a farm in the Town of Delafield, WI. He was married for more than 68 years to the love of his life, Kathleen A. Brandt. They lived...
Daniel R. Sullivan
Mar 1, 2025
Daniel Robert Sullivan, 76, of Watertown passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Danny was born on October 25, 1948, son of Francis “Frank” and Elizabeth “Betty” Sullivan in Mauston and resided in Watertown most of his life. He was a graduate of Watertown High School. Danny proudly served his country as a Vietnam Veteran with...
James M. Howell
Feb 21, 2025
James "Jim" Howell, age 79 of Marshall passed away on Fridy, February 21, 2025 at home. He was born in Vernon County on January 20, 1946 to Fred and Jessie (Everson) Howell. He attended rural school and began driving truck. He had a tremendous work ethic. He worked at Gisholt, as a mechanic and finally driving truck at Sheehy until...
Elizabeth R. Esselman
Feb 17, 2025
Elizabeth R. “Betty” Esselman passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025, at the age of 89.
Betty was born in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Alex and Elizabeth (Koltay) Horvath. She grew up in Stephenson, MI, and helped in her father’s grocery store. In 1956, Betty married Patrick Esselman, eventually moving to Watertown in 1963. He preceded her in death in...
Dolores F. Cosentino
Feb 15, 2025
Dolores F. Cosentino, MSgt, Ret. died on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at The View in Johnson Creek.
Dolores was born January 15, 1924, in Hartford, WI. She served twenty years in the Air Force and retired in 1965. She was preceded in death by her husband MSgt Samuel Cosentino, her parents Fred and Angeline (Hetzel) Roethle, three brothers and three sisters....
Addelyn E. Farah
Feb 14, 2025
Addelyn Elizabeth Farah, age 4 months and 30 days, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on February 14, 2025, at Children’s Hospital of Milwaukee.
Addelyn was born on September 15, 2024, the daughter of Serenity Schaefer and Austin Farah. Addelyn was a popular girl at Children’s, beloved by many staff members. She quickly stole hearts with her long...
James R. Cleveland
Feb 10, 2025
James R. Cleveland, 69, of Watertown, Passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, at Watertown Regional Medical Center.
Jim was born on July 15, 1955, in Wausau, the son of Otto and Enid (Kuehl) Cleveland. Jim was known for his adventurous spirit, dedicating much of his time to his hobbies of auto racing and photography. His enthusiasm for these pursuits brought...
Gene N. Asmann
Jan 26, 2025
Gene N. Asmann, 64, of Watertown, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Rainbow Hospice Inpatient Center in Johnson Creek.
Gene was born on January 12, 1961, in Burlington, WI, the son of Leonard and Ruth (Zerniki) Asmann. He proudly served our country in the United States Air Force for over 20 years. He married the love of his life...
Mary Jane Ninmann
Jan 17, 2025
Mary Jane (Schuett) Ninmann, age 87, Watertown, passed away on January 17, 2025. Mary Jane was born on October 5, 1937, in the town of Clyman to William and Florence (nee Thoma) Schuett. She married Willard Ninmann on May 15th, 1954. Willard proceeded her in death on November 8, 2012.
Mary Jane worked for most of her career at Blain's Farm...
Steven D. Willing
Jan 11, 2025
Steven D. “Snoop” Willing, 62 of Ixonia, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at AngelsGrace in Oconomowoc.
Steve was born on March 11, 1962, the son of Elden and Ethel (Evans) Willing. He attended Oconomowoc High School and graduated in 1980. On September 30, 1991, Steve was united in marriage with Donna Mills in Northern Wisconsin. For over 44 years,...
Thomas A. Berg
Jan 9, 2025
Thomas A. “Tom” Berg, 65 of Watertown, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at his home in Watertown.
Tom was born on February 6, 1959, the son of Raymond and Thomasina (Watson) Berg. On June 23, 1979, Tom married the love of his life Lisa Tucker at the Watertown Moravian Church. Tom enjoyed being outside and soaking up the sunshine....
Jerry L. Braudt
Jan 2, 2025
Jerry L. Braudt, 84, of Watertown, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Aurora Summit Hospital in Summit.
Jerry was born on June 2, 1940, the son of Lowell and Alice (Root) Braudt. He proudly served our country in the United States Navy, retiring from the military after 30 years of service. Jerry was a member of the Watertown American...
Roger G. Zimmerman
Jan 1, 2025
Roger G. Zimmerman, 82, of Watertown, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at his home.
Roger was born on May 22, 1942, in Watertown to George and Loretta (nee Engelbrecht) Zimmerman. He attended North Milford School and graduated from Lake Mills High School in 1960. He was active in 4-H where he excelled in tractor driving competitions.
Roger worked on his...
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