Obituaries

James O. Myler

James O. Myler

Mar 19, 2026

James O. Myler, 64 of Watertown, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Watertown Healthcare Center.

James was born on January 26, 1962, in Galesburg, IL, the son of James D. and Paula (Riggs) Myler. For most of his career, James worked as an over-the-road trucker and greatly enjoyed seeing the countryside during his travels. When he wasn’t working, James...

Sharon K. Walsh

Sharon K. Walsh

Mar 15, 2026

Sharon K. Walsh,79, of Waterloo, peacefully passed away on March 15, 2026, at Jefferson Memory Care.

Sharon was born on October 9, 1946, in LaPorte, Indiana, the daughter of Richard and Ellen (Salo) Hogue. She dedicated her career to banking, spending over 16 years at the Bank of Sun Prairie. Sharon will be remembered as an avid bowler, a devoted animal...

Barbara J. Anderson

Barbara J. Anderson

Mar 14, 2026

Barbara “Barb” Jean Anderson, born December 5, 1960, in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, to Donald and Agnes Anderson, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, at 3:07 a.m., after a courageous 10-year battle with cancer. Barb fought the good fight every single day and never allowed cancer to take away her light, her humor, or her love for the people around...

Gina Marie Kaufmann

Gina Marie Kaufmann

Mar 12, 2026

Gina Marie Kaufmann, 42, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. She was born on July 15, 1983, in Columbus, the daughter of Steven and Paula (Zimbric) Hanna. 

A cherished member of her community and a beloved consultant for Scentsy for many years, Gina's warmth, creativity, and zest for life touched everyone who knew her,...

Joseph R. Gomolka

Joseph R. Gomolka

Mar 11, 2026

Joseph Richard Gomolka, 75, of Waterloo, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly at his home on March 11, 2026.

Joe had just celebrated his 75th birthday the day before with family during an unseasonably warm March afternoon, a memory that will be especially cherished. Joe was born on March 8, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, to Joseph and Lila (Martin) Gomolka, who preceded him...

Johanna M. Dollard

Johanna M. Dollard

Mar 1, 2026

Johanna M. “Hanna” Dollard, 55 of Watertown, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at her home.

Johanna was born on May 26, 1970, in Buffalo Center, Iowa, the daughter of James and JoAnn (Storlie) Lillo. On April 26, 2003, Johanna married the love of her life Jason Dollard and the couple shared 21 years of marriage before his passing in...

Joan R. Rickerman

Joan R. Rickerman

Mar 1, 2026

Joan R. Rickerman, 82 of Watertown, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Rainbow Hospice Inpatient Center in Johnson Creek.

Joan was born on July 10, 1943, in Watertown, the daughter of Harold and Geraldine (Schoenwetter) Hollatz. She attended school in the area and graduated from Watertown High School. On September 22, 1962, Joan was united in marriage with...

Barbara Ann Spring

Barbara Ann Spring

Feb 12, 2026

Barbara Ann Spring (nee Schiller), age 83, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026.

Barbara was born on November 5, 1942, in Columbus, Wisconsin, to Clarence and Viola (Anhauser) Schiller. From the beginning of her life, she carried a quiet strength, a deep sense of love, and a devotion to family that would define everything she did.

She was the beloved wife...

Alzena L. Kidd

Alzena L. Kidd

Feb 9, 2026

Alzena Loreatta Kidd, age 87, of Waterloo, Wisconsin, passed away at Wisconsin Veterans Home in King, Wisconsin, on February 9, 2026.

She was born in Avalanche in the town of Webster, Vernon County Wisconsin on August 6, 1938, to Mitchell and Bonnie (Dolan) Snodgrass.

Alzena was united in marriage to Leslie Kidd on December 28, 1954, and the couple enjoyed 69 wonderful...

Mary Ann Jordan

Mary Ann Jordan

Jan 23, 2026

Mary Ann Jordan (Williams), 96, of Waterloo passed away on January 23, 2026, surrounded by family.

Mary, the daughter of Guy and Frances (Pelow) Williams, was born May 16, 1929, in Horicon, Wisconsin. She was united in marriage to Howard Jordan on August 18, 1951, at First Presbyterian Church in Horicon. She started her working journey in a canning factory &...

Robert C. Stai

Robert C. Stai

Jan 15, 2026

Robert C. Stai, 74, of Beaver Dam, formerly of Watertown, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Rainbow Hospice Inpatient Center in Johnson Creek.

Robert was born on March 17, 1951, in Watertown, the son of Floyd and Anita (Hollatz) Stai. Robert attended St. Mark’s Lutheran School where he was also baptized and confirmed. He graduated from Watertown High School...

Sandra Jean Sullivan

Sandra Jean Sullivan

Jan 13, 2026

Sandra Jean Sullivan, 76 of Watertown, passed away unexpectedly on January 13, 2026.

Sandra was born on March 1, 1949, the daughter of Daniel and Edna (Schliewe) Sullivan.

Sandra touched many lives through her deep commitment to service, serving as a dedicated member of the American Legion Auxiliary #189 and VFW Auxiliary in Watertown, along with her invaluable contributions to the Lebanon...

Wallace Raymond Arthur Fischer

Wallace Raymond Arthur Fischer

Jan 10, 2026

Mokane, MO – Wallace Raymond Arthur Fischer, age 95, was called to his eternal rest on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Riverview Nursing Center in Mokane, Missouri. His earthly journey is done and his eternal life has begun. On Christ the Rock his faith was founded and peace with God was firmly grounded on Him who gave His life for...

Wanda L. Scheidegger

Wanda L. Scheidegger

Jan 8, 2026

Wanda L. Scheidegger, 92 of Waterloo, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison.

Wanda was born on October 31, 1933, on the family farm in the Town of Trenton, Dodge County, to Walter and Erna (Beier) Griepentrog. Wanda was a 1951 graduate of Horicon High School, and she attended many of the class reunions, the...

Deana A. Kolb

Deana A. Kolb

Jan 5, 2026

Deana A. Kolb, 54, of Slater, Iowa, formerly of Waterloo, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, in Iowa.

Deana was born on October 25, 1971, in Columbus, WI, the daughter of Richard (Kathy) and Janice (Hein) Grunewald. She worked for many years in food service at various restaurants in the area. She was a very talented musician; in her...

Sharon E. Gardner

Sharon E. Gardner

Jan 3, 2026

Sharon E. Gardner, 77, of Waukesha, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026. Born July 20, 1948, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, 

She was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Monongahela, Pennsylvania, where she faithfully served as a deaconess and active volunteer. In 2019, she relocated to Wisconsin with her siblings, continuing a life rooted in faith and service....

Ruben C. Schwefel

Ruben C. Schwefel

Jan 2, 2026

Ruben C. Schwefel, 96, of Watertown, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, at Spero Heritage Home in Watertown.

Ruben was born on July 3, 1929, in Watertown, the son of Carl and Elsie (Born) Schwefel. He married the love of his life Marjorie Schwefel on June 18, 1961, and the couple enjoyed 64 years of marriage before her passing in...

Eunice Mary Weihert

Eunice Mary Weihert

Jan 2, 2026

Eunice Mary Weihert, 97, of Waterloo, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family.

Eunice, the daughter of Axel and Helen (nee Fridlund) Madsen, was born November 24, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, then later in life moved to Wisconsin.

She was united in marriage to Donald Weihert on December 14, 1946, at St. John Ev. Lutheran...

Elizabeth A. Lindemann

Elizabeth A. Lindemann

Jan 2, 2026

On Friday, January 2, 2026, Elizabeth "Ann" Lindemann passed from life to Life and now is at home with Jesus in heaven. Ann was born in Detroit, MI at Henry Ford Hospital on June 10, 1939, the eldest daughter of Edward and Margaret (Stern) Eriksson. She was born again of water and the Spirit in the Sacrament of Holy Baptism...

Barbara J. Molg

Barbara J. Molg

Dec 29, 2025

Molg, Barbara J. passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 29, 2025.

Barb is reunited with her husband Marvin (Marvy) of 59 years, her mother, Lucille and two sisters, Mary Jane and Arlene. She always spoke of missing them terribly, may they embrace together at the gates of heaven.

Barb leaves behind her loving children, daughter Darlene (Jeff), son Dennis, daughter...