Obituaries

Mildred E. Hildebrandt

Mildred E. Hildebrandt

Sep 7, 2025

Mildred E. “Millie” Hildebrandt, 96 of Watertown, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at Park Terrace.

Millie was born on October 7, 1928, in Chicago, the daughter of Albert and Gerda (Laas) Fischer. She was a 1946 graduate of Woodstock High School. On October 1, 1949, Millie was united in marriage with Gene Hildebrandt in Woodstock, IL, and the couple...

Brian C. Pitel

Brian C. Pitel

Sep 6, 2025

Brian C. Pitel

BORN: October 20,1978

BORN TO ETERNAL LIFE: September 6, 2025

Brian was a very happy, bright-eyed people watcher. He drew everyone in with his beautiful smile and deep hearty laugh. It was a blessing to have him in our lives. He was truly an angel. He was a resident of Bethesda Lutheran Home since 1992 and moved to his beautiful...

A. Clifford Fisk

A. Clifford Fisk

Sep 3, 2025

A. Clifford “Cliff” Fisk, 89 of Watertown, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Spero Heritage Homes of Watertown.

Cliff was born on February 12, 1936, in Eaton, NY, the son of Allen and Velma (Holden) Fisk. He attended Concordia High School in Bronxville, NY, then went on to St. John’s Lutheran College in Winfield Kansas before finishing his...

Myrtle M. Covin

Myrtle M. Covin

Sep 1, 2025

Myrtle Covin was born on April 11, 1961, in Chicago and died on September 1, 2025, at Broadstep Group Home here in Watertown, at the age of 64.

She was baptized in 1961 and moved to the former Bethesda Lutheran Home in 1971, being gently cared for by the loving staff, many of which were able to continue caring for her...

Mary M. Behm

Mary M. Behm

Aug 28, 2025

Mary Madelaine Behm passed away at her home in Richfield, Wisconsin, on August 28, 2025, at the age of 89.

She was born on February 4, 1936, in Banbury, England, to Arthur and Ellen Kinnerley. On March 21, 1959, she married Howard Wallace Behm in England. In 1960, they began their life in the United States and shared many years fixing...

Brian L. Keuss

Brian L. Keuss

Aug 26, 2025

Brian L. Keuss, 68 of Watertown, passed away on August 26, 2025, at Rainbow Hospice Inpatient Center of Johnson Creek.

Brian was born on April 28, 1957, in Illinois, the son of Glenn and Marie (Schneider) Keuss. Brian received joy and contentment from songs about Jesus and enjoyed being in the company of others to share his love. He brought happiness...

Robert F. Legg

Robert F. Legg

Aug 25, 2025

Robert F. "Bobby" Legg, 82 of Jefferson, passed away on Monday, August 28, 2025, at home.

“Daddy’s coming to Bethesda on a horsey”

 Robert Francis Legg 

Born in Chicago, IL, on August 16th, 1943, to Frances and Robert Legg. He proudly represented both his father's and mother’s names. He had a sister Janet and a brother George. In 1966 he was admitted to...

Daniel J. Knapton

Daniel J. Knapton

Aug 24, 2025

Daniel J. “Snickers” Knapton, 67 of Waterloo, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 24, 2025.

Snickers was born on March 20, 1958, in Columbus, the son of Gordon and Violet (Pribbenow) Knapton. He was a graduate of Waterloo High School. Snickers loved being outside farming with his John Deere Tractors. In his free time, he enjoyed attending car shows and swap...

Patricia A. Forehand

Patricia A. Forehand

Aug 18, 2025

Patricia A. Forehand, 70 of Watertown, went home to be with the Lord on August 18, 2025, at Waukesha Memorial Hospital.

Patricia was born on March 18, 1955, the daughter of Edward and Nancy (Pence) Stafford. Patricia was a smart woman who was an avid reader and read anything that had words on it. She enjoyed crocheting, whether it was baby...

Dennis A. Fosdal Sr.

Dennis A. Fosdal Sr.

Aug 15, 2025

Dennis A. Fosdal Sr., 84, of Watertown, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025, at Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital.

Dennis was born on April 9, 1941, in Viroqua, WI, the son of Alfred and Irene (Hazemann) Fosdal. He married the love of his life Judith Wiese on November 3, 1962, in Milwaukee, and the couple enjoyed 47 years of marriage before her...

Richard M. "Dick" Werth

Richard M. "Dick" Werth

Aug 11, 2025

Richard M. “Dick” Werth, 75, of Watertown, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 11, 2025, at Sunset Ridge in Johnson Creek with his family by his side.

Dick was born on April 29, 1950, the son of Merlin and Josephine (Smith) Werth. He married the love of his life Linda Davis on August 11, 1979, at St. Stanislaus in Berlin, Wisconsin,...

Darryl R. Springer

Darryl R. Springer

Jul 30, 2025

Darryl R. Springer, 60, of Waterloo, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at UW Hospital in Madison.

Darryl was born on December 7, 1964, in Watertown, the son of David and Penny (Landsee) Springer. He worked for many years as a butcher. He was passionate about caring for the family farm. In his free time, he loved to fish and...

Theodore G. Lien

Theodore G. Lien

Jul 30, 2025

Theodore G. Lien, 70, of Cambridge, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison.

A memorial service will take place at 2:00pm on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at Calvary Baptist Church in Jefferson with Pastor Milton Jones presiding. 

Jose Valle Machorro

Jose Valle Machorro

Jul 28, 2025

Jose "Pepe" Valle MachorroJose "Pepe" Valle Machorro,66, un querido padre, abuelo, falleció pacíficamente en sucasa el lunes 28 de julio de 2025.Pepe tenía un profundo amor por la naturaleza y encontró alegría trabajando la tierradurante toda su vida. Atesoraba el tiempo que pasaba con su familia, a menudocompartiendo sus pasiones por la pesca, la buena música y una cerveza fría....

Carol M. Waldorf

Carol M. Waldorf

Jul 28, 2025

Carol M. Waldorf, 78 of Watertown, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2025, at Lilac Springs in Lake Mills.

Carol was born on March 19, 1947, In Milwaukee, the daughter of Leo and Mae (Sontag) Gregorius. On October 10, 1970, Carol was united in marriage with William Waldorf and the couple shared almost 55 years of marriage. Prior to starting...

Morris L. Safer

Morris L. Safer

Jul 18, 2025

Morris L. Safer, 89, of Neosho, originally of Watertown, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025, at Alden Estates in Jefferson.

Morris was born on December 5, 1935, in Milwaukee, the son of Mendel and Belle (Rotman) Safer. He was the owner/operator of a liquor store for many years. In his free time, he enjoyed painting, playing BINGO and many other...

Rodney R. Uttech

Rodney R. Uttech

Jul 16, 2025

Rodney R. Uttech, 87 of Watertown, was called to heaven on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.

Rodney was born on March 22,1938, in Lebanon, the son of Reinhard and Alice (Tritten) Uttech. Rod was baptized at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Lebanon where he also attended grade school. He graduated from Hustisford High School. Rod was a member of the National Guard...

David J. Block

David J. Block

Jul 15, 2025

David J. Block, 85 of Watertown, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Park Terrace of Watertown.

David was born on August 16, 1939, in Watertown, the son of Theodore (T. C.) and Vera (nee Benninger) Block. David was confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church and attended elementary school there as well. After he attended Northwestern College Preps for high...

Americo Bonilla Castillo

Americo Bonilla Castillo

Jul 10, 2025

Americo Bonilla Castillo, 62 of Marshall, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at UW-Hospital of Madison.

Americo was born on December 23, 1962, in Zacatecas, Mexico, the son of Jose Vicente Castillo and Demetria Bonilla. In 2020, he married Maria Morales after sharing over 20 years together. Since he was a teen, Americo worked as a butcher for various employers....

Efrain Ayala

Efrain Ayala

Jul 5, 2025

Efrain Ayala, 70 of Watertown, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at St. Mary’s Hospital of Madison.

Efrain was born on November 14, 1954, in Mexico, the son of Efren and Maria De Nieves Herenandez Ayala. On December 1, 2001, Efrain was united in marriage with Rita Reals in Illinois. Efrain was a happy and faithful man with a heart...