Obituaries

Jan 22, 2019

Kenneth R. Robbins, 93, of Waterloo passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at Rainbow Hospice Center in Johnson Creek.

Kenneth was born on October 10, 1925 in the Town of Bristol; he was the son of Ross and Ida (Miller) Robbins. Kenneth proudly served on the church counsel at...

Jan 20, 2019

Derald D. Schaal, 74, of Watertown passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, January 20, 2019.

Derald was born on April 15, 1944 in Vandalia, Illinois to Herald and Claira Schaal. He worked for Fisher Barton making blades and putting together fishing lures. Derald and his brother recently celebrated being with Bethesda for over 65 years! He enjoyed...

Jan 18, 2019

Judith A. Raiser 68, of Watertown passed away on Friday January 18, 2019 at home.

Judi was born on Aug. 21, 1950 in Watertown, the daughter of Gary and Bernedine (Buchert) Nelson.  She graduated from Johnson Creek High School in 1968 and later earned an Associate Degree in Business Management and Photography.  She married the love of...

Jan 16, 2019

Ellsworth E. James, 94, of Johnson Creek passed away peacefully at Sunset Ridge on Wednesday, January 16, 2019.

Ellsworth was born on June 13, 1924 in Big Rock, IL the son of Evan and Nellie (Gustafson) James.  Ellsworth was a member of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Johnson Creek. He joined the Marines and proudly served...

Jan 12, 2019

Jean K. Liebhart, 79, of Watertown passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, January 12, 2019 with her family and loyal companion by her side.

Jean was born on October 21, 1939 in Watertown, Wisconsin to Charles “Doc” and Iva (Nietzel) Brasch. She married Joseph Liebhart in 1959, and the couple was blessed with two children....

Jan 11, 2019

Suzanne B. Campbell, 64, of Watertown, Wisconsin passed away on Friday January 11, 2019 at Dycora in Watertown.

Suzanne was born on September 21, 1954 in Sycamore, Illinois. She spent the majority of her life at Bethesda Lutheran Homes, and enjoyed occasional trips to McDonald’s. Suzanne had a contagious laugh and smile and warmed the hearts of...

Jan 10, 2019

Jennifer R. Radloff “Jenny”, 36, of Waterloo, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Thursday, January 10, 2019.

Jenny was born on August 27, 1982 in Madison; she was the daughter of Richard and Julie (Gordon) Radloff. Jenny was a 2003 graduate of Waterloo High School. After graduation Jenny enjoyed working...

Dec 26, 2018

Mary T. Sabourin, 83, Watertown, WI passed away on Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at Marquardt Health Center.

Mary was born on February 10, 1935 in Watertown, Wisconsin the daughter of Frank and Ruth (Klecker) Hillebrand. Mary grew up in Lake Mills and graduated from Lake Mills High School. She married the love of her life, John Sabourin...

Dec 25, 2018

Janet L. Netzer, 85 of Waterloo, WI passed away on December 25, 2018 at the Larson House in Columbus with her loving family and friends by her side.

Janet was born on March 30, 1933 in Columbus, WI the daughter of Edward and Estelle (Hotmar) Noltner. Janet grew up in Waterloo and graduated from Waterloo High School....

Dec 23, 2018

Kenneth Skalitzky, 79 of Waterloo, passed into eternal life on December 23rd, 2018 at St. Mary’s Hospital with his family by his side.

Son of Carl Skalitzky and Grace Treder, he was born on March 30th, 1939 at home in the Town of Waterloo. He married the love of his life Lucille Deppe over 58 years ago...

Dec 22, 2018

Charles J. Haberman, 94 of Waterloo, passed away on Saturday, December 22, 2018 at the Highland House of Waterloo.

Charles was born on August 24, 1924 in the Town of Waterloo, the son of Charles and Angela (Donegan) Haberman.  He attended Jordan School and graduated from St. Joseph Catholic School in 8th grade.  Charles farmed with his...

Dec 18, 2018

Lawrence Padilla, 67, of Watertown, WI passed away on Tuesday December 18, 2018 at his home with his family by his side.

A celebration of life will be held at Tri-County Unity in Watertown on Saturday December 22, 2018 from 11:00am until 12:30pm. Memorials and sympathy cards can be sent to 909 Vine Street. Watertown, WI 53098....

Dec 15, 2018

Jo Ellen Merkt, 69, of Watertown passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday December 15, 2018 at Rainbow Hospice in Johnson Creek, WI.

Jo Ellen was born on August 8, 1949 in Watertown, WI the daughter of Arnold and Jeanette (Johnson) Mayer. Jo Ellen married the love of her life Greory Merkt on...

Dec 13, 2018

Manuel “Manny” D. Fernandez Sr, 75, of Lyons, Illinois passed away on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at Kindred Hospital in Northlake, Illinois.

Manny was born on February 5, 1943 in Chicago, Illinois the son of Peter and Bertha (Garcia) Fernandez. He married the love of his life Jacquleyn Haugh on June 18, 1966 in Brookfield, IL and...

Dec 12, 2018

Daisy H. Schwefel, 82, of DeForest, WI passed away on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison.

Daisy was born on September 10, 1936 in Watertown, WI the daughter of Edwin & Erna (Petig) Eckhardt. She grew up in Watertown and was a 1955 graduate of Watertown High-School. After graduation, she went on to...

Dec 9, 2018

Ruth G. Gramdorf, 96, of Watertown went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at U.W. Hospital in Madison.

Ruth was born on Oct. 16, 1922 the daughter of Fernando and Gertrude (Schumacher) Roth.  She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.  She married the love of her life, Harry Gramdorf on...

Dec 4, 2018

Mrs. Sara E. Prigge, 49, of Watertown, WI passed peacefully into her Savior’s presence on December 4, 2018 while receiving in-patient care at Rainbow Hospice in Johnson Creek.

Sara was born on December 30, 1968 to David and Reta (Hess) Shrauner in Moline, IL.  She grew up in Minneapolis, MN and attended Fourth Baptist Christian School during...

Dec 1, 2018

Timothy D. “Chip” Phipps, 63, of Watertown, WI passed away on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at UW Hospital in Madison.

Chip was born on August 28, 1955 in Boone, IA the son of Richard and Beatrice (Sego) Phipps. God blessed Chip with 3 children. He was an avid outdoorsman. He was happiest out in nature and loved...

Nov 30, 2018

Emma Nell M. McKinney, 90, of Watertown passed away peacefully at Marquardt Health Center on Friday, November 30, 2018.

Emma Nell was born on December 23, 1927 in Strawberry Point, Iowa the daughter of Harry and Ethel (Burgin) Stamp. Emma Nell married the love of her life Harvey McKinney on April 17, 1949 in Edgewood, Iowa and...

Nov 29, 2018

Charles “Chuck” S. Clark, 57, of Fort Atkinson, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 29, 2018.

Chuck was born on September 10, 1961. He joined the family of Walter and Marie Shamblin and their son John. He was raised in West Virginia until the family moved to Watertown.

Chuck lived and worked at Bethesda for...