All Obituaries

Theodore J. Genger (Ted) of Hartford passed away suddenly at the age of 67, September 8, 2021 at Marvin’s Manor in Horicon, WI.  He was born September 3, 1954 the son of Harold and Verna  (Nee Bleifuss) Genger.  He helped his parents on the family farm, enjoying driving his tractors.  He was a life time member at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church in Huilsburg. Ted is survived by his sister-in-law Theresa Genger, his nephews Bryan (finance Tammy) Genger, Keith, Tony...

Ruth Jansen, a longtime Hartford resident, passed to her heavenly home on September 8, 2021 just shy of her 94th birthday. She was born September 14, 1927, daughter of Raphael and Lillian (nee Schultz) Klinger.  After graduating from Hartford School Systems, she began working at the West Bend Aluminum Co. and Chrysler Outboard.  After 38 years of service, she retired at the age of 55 and then worked at Heide’s Gift Shop for ten years.  She married Charles Jansen in 1948...

Mae Fannie Bleifuss, of Juneau, entered into eternal life at the age of 98 years, on September 6, 2021.  She was born July 27, 1923, daughter of Henry A. and Elizabeth (nee Buss) Steffen. Mae graduated in 1940 from Juneau High School.  She married Hans Bleifuss, on November 11, 1942 at Zion Lutheran church, Clyman WI. Mae enjoyed homemaking but also was very much a people person.  She enjoyed clerking at the Juneau Variety store; and prior to retirement, worked as a program...

Raymond J. Margraf passed away September 2, 2021 at the age of 85. He was born September 8, 1935, son of Charles & Rachel (Stuesser) Margraf. He loved fishing and was an avid outdoorsman & hunter. He shared his love of fishing with his grandchildren and many family and friends throughout the years. He was a proud Marine and served in the Korean war. He is survived by his wife Janet, & children, Ray (Sue) Margraf, Betty (David) Reals, Steven Margraf & Jennifer (Elly)...

Elaine Amy Gerth of Iron Ridge, passed away at the age of 84, on September 2, 2021.  She was born December 31, 1936, in Hartford, daughter of George and Amy (nee Wuesthoff ) Wegener.  She married Gene Gerth, May 22, 1957. Early on in their marriage, she helped Gene on the farm. She made many friends when she worked at ER Wagner, in Hustisford, and for a short time she managed K-Mart in Hartford. Her true calling was to minister her faith at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in...

Devon C. Manewal of Hartford passed away on August 21, 2021, at the age of 42 years. She was born January 13, 1979, daughter of Corey and Robin (nee Caranchini) Manewal.   Devon was crafty and loved to decorate. She was good hearted and enjoyed helping people. Devon was a strong woman until the very end.  She will be...

Lucille “Lucy” E. Seil of West Bend, peacefully entered into eternal life at Cedar Community on August 18, 2021, at the age of 89 years. She was born on December 27, 1931, in Mayville, the daughter of Dewey and Irene (nee Pribnow) Bintzler.  Lucy & Gilbert Seil were united in marriage August 23, 1980.  He preceded her in death in 1991.  Lucy was a longtime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in West Bend and was very involved in the St John’s Guild...

Gregory “Greg” A. Plautz of Hartford, passed away at the age of 54 years, on August 17, 2021, at the Aurora Grafton Hospital in presence of his family. He was born on May 14, 1967, son of Walter and Elaine (nee Fellers) Plautz. Greg was never married and had no children. He had a great love of gardening as well as raising Springer Spaniels, chickens and cats. Greg loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing.  He often mentioned his desire to travel to Alaska and other outdoor...

  Joann Lenore Adkins of the Township of Herman, passed away on Sunday, August 15, 2021 surrounded by her loving family at the age of 82 years.  She was born on February 24, 1939 in Rib Lake, WI, the daughter of Lester and Vera (nee Krueger) Wallace.  Joann was always someone you could turn to and someone you could talk with.  She was always willing to listen and to be helpful.  She was a very strong person who never lost an argument.  Joann was a loving...

Terry D. Buss of Juneau passed away Wednesday August 11, 2021 at the age of 56 years. He was born on October 25, 1964 in Beaver Dam, WI the son of Raymond and Darlene (nee Pirkel) Buss.  Growing up working on the family farm, Terry eventually took over the operation in 2001.  Terry was a long-time employee at Renewed Resources of West Bend, WI, where he worked in forestry management.  Terry enjoyed farming, riding ATV's and building trucks to play in the mud.  He...