All Obituaries

Barry Lueck, age 56, passed away unexpectedly from a pulmonary embolism on April 24, 2024 in Park Falls, Wisconsin.  Barry’s bigger-than-life personality and generous heart are a great loss to his family, and especially to his wife of 32 years, Heidi Gensmer Lueck.  Barry and Heidi shared a special bond and deep friendship throughout their years together. Barry was a renaissance man whose spirit, passion for goodness, and love of adventure cannot be captured in a few...

Barbara Ann (Schaufelberger) Bobbe 73 of Whitewater, Wisconsin died unexpectedly on April 24, 2024. Barbara was born on February 12, 1951 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to parents Paul and Lorraine (Rickard) Schaufelberger. She was the oldest of five children. Barbara grew up in Mequon, Wisconsin and attended Homestead High School and the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Barbara married her college sweetheart John Bobbe, on August 24,1974. Together they have one son, Andrew Bobbe and one grandson...

Diane Louise Krause, 68, of Fort Atkinson, passed away on April 22, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer combined with other illnesses. Born on May 30, 1955 in Fort Atkinson, WI, she peacefully departed this world at Alden Estates in Jefferson, Wisconsin. She was the beloved daughter of the late Ralph and Gladys (Kutz) Krause and was the oldest child of three. She was a caring sister to the late Daniel (Gail) Krause and James (Deena) Krause. Her role as an...

Jamie Lynn Ranguette, 39, of Fort Atkinson, passed away unexpectedly in a car accident in Whitewater on April 13, 2024. Born January 15, 1985, to James and Leslie Ranguette, and Doreen (Jeff) Gruenberg, Jamie was a beacon of joy and kindness in the lives of all who knew her. Jamie grew up in the warm and loving arms of her family in Fort Atkinson, where she attended the local high school, graduating in 2005. Her early life was filled with laughter, learning and the forging of lifelong...

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Jeffrey Harrison Turnipseed, known affectionately as Jeff to his friends and family. Born on March 17, 1957, in Watertown, Wisconsin, Jeff's journey came to an unexpected close on April 13, 2024, in Whitewater, Wisconsin, due to a vehicle accident. Jeff leaves behind his Aunt Carolyn, a host of friends and coworkers, as well as the many staff whose lives he dearly touched. Jeff's early life in Watertown was marked by the joy...

Thomas “Tom” Kletsch, 65, of Fort Atkinson, passed away with loved ones by his side on April 13, 2024. Thomas was born on January 13, 1959 in Waukesha, WI, son of the late Earl and Beverly (Kline) Kletsch. Tom married Denise on January 27, 1989. He enjoyed raising his dogs and spending time with his family. Tom is survived by his wife, Denise Kletsch; his children who he was so proud of, Jason Castillo, Dustin (Crystal) Kletsch and Kristina (Jay) Howell; 10+ grandchildren and...

Robert (Bob) Krentz, 78, of Fort Atkinson, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Alden Estates of Jefferson. Robert H. Krentz was born on January 5, 1946 to Wilmer L. and Kathryn J. (Henry) Krentz in Fort Atkinson, WI. Bob attended St. Paul’s Lutheran Grade School and graduated from Fort Atkinson High School setting the first award winning butterfly swimming record along with swimmer of the year. After attending 1 year of college at Oshkosh, WI, Bob served in the Air Force...

Stacie Lynn Trail, 61, of Watertown, WI passed away after a very brief battle with illness on March 28, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Stacie was born on August 10,1962 to Richard and Barbara Cramlet in Glencoe, MN, the first daughter and the second of four. The family moved to Delafield WI in December of 1977 where Stacie completed high school and went on to pursue a career in the trucking industry. Stacie married the love of her life, Jimmie Trail, Jr., in 1992 in Okauchee,...

Scott R. Church, 51, died on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at his home surrounded by his wife and children following a long battle with stomach cancer. He was born on September 27, 1972, in Janesville, the son of Robert and Nancy (Goodsell) Church. He was a 1991 graduate of the Fort Atkinson High School and had served in the U.S. Army Reserves. On November 9, 1996, he married his soul mate, Kathaleen Lynch at the St. Joseph Catholic Church. Scott had owned and operated his own family...

Michael John Baumann, 74, passed away at UW Hospital in Madison on March 25th, 2024. He was born on June 1st, 1949, in Watertown to Harold and Arline (Kaercher) Baumann. He married Earline “Judy” Baker on June 27th, 1970, at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Jefferson. They had two children, Deanna and Daniel. He worked at Schweiger for many years and Monterey in Janesville for many years until they closed. He retired and lived life full of adventure. He loved to be...