Obituaries
Bernice H. Feuerhammer
Jan 19, 2025
Bernice H. Feuerhammer, age 85 of Markesan, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at Barrett House in Markesan.
In honoring Bernice's wishes, private family services will take place .
Cornerstone Funeral & Cremation Services in Markesan is honored to be serving the family.
Christine M. Sawyer
Jan 18, 2025
Chris (Christine) Sawyer, age 64, of Beaver Dam, WI passed unexpectedly in her sleep on Saturday, January 18, 2025.
A memorial gathering for Christine will be held on Monday, May 19, 2025, at Cornerstone Funeral & Cremation Services, 135 Keller Blvd, Beaver Dam, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 1:00 p.m....
Julie Medema
Jan 16, 2025
Julie Keen Medema, 97, of Brandon, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2025.
Julie was born August 30, 1927 in Holland, MI the daughter of John and Ella Schierbeek Keen. She was one of 8 children; 3 sisters and 4 brothers. Julie attended school in Holland, MI and went on to Calvin College where she received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education. One...
Mark Stuebs
Jan 13, 2025
The Lord welcomed Mark into heavenly paradise on January 13th. One of the last things that Mark would want from his obituary would be to talk about himself, bringing up all his accomplishments, or talking about how great of a father, husband, and friend that he was. Even though those are true, he wouldn’t want it written about how much...
Lois L. Masche
Jan 13, 2025
Lois L. Masche, age 77 of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025, at Charleston House in Beaver Dam.
Visitation for Lois will take place at St. Stephen's Ev. Lutheran Church, 300 West St., Beaver Dam, on Monday, January 20, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00...
Deanna M. Schade
Jan 12, 2025
Deanna M. Schade, age 84 of Beaver Dam, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at SSM Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac.
A gathering time to celebrate Deanna's life will take place on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at Cornerstone Funeral & Cremation Services, 135 Keller Blvd., Beaver Dam, from 10:30 a.m. until...
Jean Smith
Jan 11, 2025
Jean passed away peacefully early Saturday morning on January 11, 2025 at Prairie Ridge Assisted Living located in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin.
She was born June 17, 1929 to Howard E. Robinson and Eunice Laura (Bogie) Robinson in the township of Lindina.
She grew up on their family farm where she enjoyed working outside with her Dad. She learned to take care of...
Fredric Mollien
Jan 8, 2025
Fredric F. Mollien, 88, of Waupun, passed away on January 8, 2025 at the Christian Home in Waupun with his wife and daughters by his side.
Fred was born November 23, 1936 in Monroe, WI, the son of Fredric J. and Letha Matzke Mollien. In 1946 the family moved to Brandon, and Fred attended Brandon Elementary School and High School graduating...
Bill Toll
Jan 7, 2025
Bill Toll succumbed to cancer at his home in Brandon on January 7, 2025, in the loving care of his family.
Bill’s life began in Fond du Lac, where he was born in 1959 to Virginia Pagel Toll and Lester Toll. He went to St. Mary’s Grade School and Woodworth Junior High and graduated from Goodrich High School.
Bill’s intelligence showed in...
Wayne Rohn
Jan 7, 2025
Wayne Rohn, age 88 of Beaver Dam, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at Marshfield Medical Center – Beaver Dam.
Wayne was born on November 19, 1936. He was brought up on the farm in Randolph by his foster parents, Nick and Jessie Dykstra. He proudly served his country with the Army National Guard. On December...
Keith Zacharias
Jan 4, 2025
Keith Zacharias heroically lost his life on January 4, 2025, while saving a drowning dog that had fallen through the ice. His deep love for all living beings was evident in everything he did. Not a single stray cat left his home without receiving care, often enjoying a home-cooked meal and heartfelt praise. He sought deep connections with everyone he...
Margaret Swart
Jan 3, 2025
Margaret Swart, age 95, passed away on January 3, 2025.
Margaret was born on July 19, 1929, in Merrillville, Indiana, the daughter of Klass and Jenny DeJong Meyer. Margaret attended the Fair Oaks School System.. She was united in marriage to Arnold Swart on May 19, 1949, a partnership that would last for over six decades until his passing on April...
Dorothy Ramsey
Jan 2, 2025
Dorothy Mae Ramsey, age 98, passed away January 2, 2025 at Barrett House in Markesan.
Dorothy was born April 18, 1926 in Neenah, WI the daughter of Theodore and Anna Derfus Otto. On February 9, 1946 Dorothy married Maurice “Mike” Ramsey at St. Brendan's Catholic Church in Brandon. Following their marriage the couple resided in Brandon most of their married lives....
Sandra Rohrer
Jan 2, 2025
Sandra “Sandy” Rohrer, a radiant soul who brought joy, love, and laughter to all who knew her, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, January 2, 2025. She was born on July 12, 1943, in Manitowoc, WI, to Henry and Ruth Hessel Kinzel. Sandy grew up in Manitowoc, where she graduated from Manitowoc High School in...
Dewey Pausma
Jan 2, 2025
Dewey Pausma, age 90, passed away on January 2, 2025.
Dewey was born on August 15, 1934 in the Netherlands, the son of Paul and Ella Meinema Pausma. Dewey's journey was one of hard work and dedication, marked by his commitment to family, faith, and his farm. On November 14, 1957 Dewey married Lois Greenfield at First Christian Reformed Church in...
Phyllis Steinbach
Jan 1, 2025
Phyllis Steinbach, age 91, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 1, 2025.
Visitation for Phyllis will take place on Friday, January 10, 2025 at Cornerstone Funeral & Cremation Services, 135 Keller Blvd., Beaver Dam from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Burial will take place at Highland Memory...
John A. Schweiger
Jan 1, 2025
Whether he was your "Big Brother John" or your "Favorite Brother-in-Law" or your loving Grandpa John or your friend new or old, John was always ready with a helping hand and could light up a room with his one-liners.
John A. Schweiger passed away on January 1, 2025, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, WI. On September...
Maynard Navis
Dec 31, 2024
Maynard Navis, 90, of Waupun, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024 with family by his side.
Maynard was born October 7, 1934 to Andrew and Hilda Kastein Navis. On June 24, 1955 he married Bernice Hopp of Alto. Maynard was in the U.S. Army from 1955-1957. He was a dairy farmer all of his life and bought his first farm in...
Dr. Theodore M. Rowan
Dec 31, 2024
Dr. Theodore M. Rowan, age 97 of Beaver Dam joined his wife of 65 years on Tuesday, December 31, 2024.
Imagine growing up in a depression, attending medical school, walking down the aisle, sailing across the Atlantic to Ellis Island, and starting a family all within the first thirty years of their lives. Dr. Theodore Rowan accomplished...
Jerry Katzmarek
Dec 30, 2024
Jerry Katzmarek, 84, of Fox Lake, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Monday, December 30, 2024.
Jerry was born August 7, 1940 in Illinois, the son of Albert and Josephine Stanowitz Katzmarek. He was a retired electrician for Local IBEW 134. Jerry met the love of his life, Carol Zmudzinski and they were married for 48 years. Jerry...
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