All Obituaries

Billy D. Carlen, 74 of Oconomowoc, died on Thursday, September 14, 2023, in Ixonia. Billy was born on July 1, 1949, in Marion, IN, the son of Walter and Thelma (Ross) Carlen.  He lived on the family farm in Indiana until his 8th grade years, when the family moved to Pheonix, AZ.  Billy attended Greenway High School in Phoenix and joined the US Marine Corps soon after.  Billy was very proud to be a Marine (as his father and 3 brothers were also members) serving for 6 years and...

It is with sadness that we honor the passing of Teresa Seymour, who was deeply loved by those for whom she cared. We will miss her wit, generosity, and loving, devoted heart. Teresa is survived by an extensive list of dear siblings and their kin, and her children Chad Meske, Lannie and Kyla Filliol. As well, her nephew and great niece, Jeffrey and Shannon (KC) who were like children to her, along with Shannon’s 3 children-with whom Teresa shared a meaningful bond.  In reverence...

Jon T. Speckmann, 65 of Jefferson, passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at Alden Estates of Jefferson. Jon was born on June 2, 1958, in Madison, WI, the son of George and Germaine (Molitor) Speckmann.  He graduated from Madison West High School in 1976 and later earned an associate degree from MATC, using his GI Bill benefit. Jon served his country in the US Army on active duty from 1976 to 1980 and as a reservist from 1980 until 1997. He was employed as a Procurement Analyst at...

Dean W. Thom, 64, of Helenville, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at his home. Dean was born on March 16, 1959, in Watertown, WI, the son of Earl and Doris (Gaugert) Thom.  He graduated from Jefferson High School in 1977 and married Gina Granado on December 22, 2007, in Rome.  The couple have 5 children total and counted each as their own.  Dean was employed at numerous area companies but has worked for the Town of Sullivan for nearly 20 years. Although...

La bebé Estrella Chilel Trejo, falleció en el vientre y nació el sábado 26 de agosto de 2023 en el Meriter Hospital de Madison. La bebé Estrella era amada profundamente por sus padres, Gilberto Chilel Romero y Teresa Trejo Villanueva.  Sus padres sabían que ella era un regalo de Dios e hicieron todo lo posible para brindarle un cumpleaños a Estrella.  Aunque se notaron problemas al principio de su embarazo y los médicos...

Eunice M. Doebereiner, 95, of Jefferson, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at The View at Johnson Creek. Eunice was born on November 13, 1927, at home in Helenville, WI, the daughter of Elmer and Leonora (Palm) Waldmann.  She graduated from Johnson Creek High School in 1945 and married Franklin Doebereiner on September 20, 1947, at St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Helenville.  The couple enjoyed 55 years of marriage, until his death in 2002.  Eunice...

James M. Conigliaro, 54, of Ashippun, died on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at his home. James was born on October 8, 1968, in Milwaukee, WI.  He grew up and attended school in the area and graduated in 1986.  On July 25, 1998, Jim married Tanya Lauersdorf in Oconomowoc at Abundant Life Church.  The couple had 4 children and later separated.  Jim was a talented guy who was able to fix almost anything. He owned and operated his own semi trucking business and took great pride...

Joseph Paul Wetherell from Sullivan, beloved husband of Sharisa (Wiegel) Wetherell & amazing father to James Henry, Aida Isabelle & Lewis Delos, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 20, 2023, at his home. Joe was born on April 26, 1989, to Paul and Nancy (Propp) Wetherell in Oconomowoc. Joe was the youngest of 8 siblings. He attended Sullivan Elementary School in Sullivan, WI. His 3 children attend the same elementary school as their daddy.  He was a 2007 graduate of...

Joyce A. Blank, 84 of Waterloo, passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023, at the Rainbow Hospice Inpatient Center of Johnson Creek. Joyce was born on March 24, 1939, in Watertown, WI, the daughter of Harold and Eleanore (Strauss) Wright.  She attended Jefferson High School, graduating in 1957.  On September 7, 1957, she married Loran Blank, at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Jefferson.  The couple had 4 children and enjoyed 39 years of marriage until his death in...

David R. Welter, 77, of Jefferson, left this life peacefully on Sunday, July 30th, at his home. Dave was born on Monday, December 12, 1945, in Watertown, WI to Emery and MaeBelle (Woelfer) Welter. Dave was a graduate of St. John the Baptist Catholic School in 1960 and Jefferson High School in 1964. After high school, he enlisted in the United States Army, in the 25th Infantry Division and proudly served his country at home and in Vietnam. Upon his return home, Dave was set up on a blind...