All Obituaries

Margaret was born March 28, 1926, in Milwaukee to the late Aloysius and Mary H. Zylka. She was united in marriage to her “One and only love,” David Paul Chyla on April 23, 1949. David preceded Margaret in death. Margaret had a lifelong devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, who she fondly referred to as “My Lady.”  Mother Mary was Margaret’s sure strength in times of trial and adversity. Momma’s philosophy in life was simple… ...

Janet Margaret MacLean (née Eiynck) was born 10-21-39 in St. Cloud, MN and spent much of her early life in Osakis, Minnesota. Her fondest childhood memories included time at her uncle Elmer’s dairy farm in Meir Grove, MN and helping at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osakis, MN.  Janet graduated from St. Cloud State University with a B.S. in Education. She met her future husband, James MacLean, while on a trip to visit her ailing mother at the Mayo Clinic and ...

Jan Marie Schumacher of Hartford passed away surrounded by loving family on February 12, 2026, at the age of 70 years. She was the daughter of Elroy and Patricia (nee Marx) Schumacher. Jan was born on August 5, 1955, in Hartford, Wisconsin. Jan worked at Maysteel Industries in Allenton, Wisconsin. In March 2004, Jan suffered a brain aneurysm burst and had been cared for at Samaritan in West Bend, Wisconsin for the past 22 years. She had amazing help from her family and friends, especially, ...

Jack Knotek passed away Thursday, February 12 ,2026, at the age of 93. He was born in Milwaukee on October 11,1932, and was the son of Howard and Mabel Knotek. He was married to Nancy (nee Wallace) who preceded him in death. Jack was a veteran of the Air Force who served during the Korean War. He enjoyed all sports, especially tennis and badminton, which he played into his later years. Both he and Nancy spent many years in retirement antiquing. Jack was always up for a game of ...

Julie A. Behnke (nee Strong), age 65 of Hartford, Wisconsin, passed away in the comfort of her home Saturday, February 7, 2026. Please check back for Julie's complete obituary. Thank you.

Robert S. Schaefer of Iron Ridge, Wisconsin passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the age of 97 years. He was born January 28, 1928, in Hartford, WI, the son of Matt and Rose Schaefer. Bob had a hobby farm in Iron Ridge for over 55 years; he enjoyed animals and loved raising sheep. He worked at WB Place for over 40 years. He is survived by his children Robert Jr. (Sharon), Mark (Cynthia), and Gail (Marti) Gahlman. He is also survived by 5 loving grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, ...

Charlotte Ann Neumann, age 61, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She was born on March 3, 1964, in Tomahawk, Wisconsin, to Robert and Diana Baacke. Charlotte was a proud graduate of Tomahawk High School. On May 22, 1999, Charlotte married the love of her life, Jeff Neumann. Together, they built a beautiful life in West Bend, Wisconsin, filled with love, laughter, and adventure. Charlotte lived life to the fullest and was ...

Dorothy Grandine, a lifelong resident of Hartford, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026. She was 87 years old.  She was born in Hartford on June 22, 1938 to Robert F. and Ellen J. Klockow.  A 1956 graduate of Hartford High School, she enrolled briefly at UW-Milwaukee before transferring to UW-Madison.  While there, she met her soulmate John M. Grandine of Crandon, WI and the two were married on June 22, 1958. Dorothy and John were active members of First United Methodist ...

Mary Eileen Theisen passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026, at the age of 75 years.   Mary was born into the busy Allenton farming family of Walter and Victoria Theisen (nee Schellinger). Mary worked hard to complete her schooling and earn her LPN license. She was proud of her nursing career, working in hospitals and elder care facilities until her retirement. Faith was important and she was well-connected with her church family at Mary Queen of Heaven ...

Kristine Louise Klika passed away on Tuesday, January 6th, 2026, at the age of 73. Kris was born June 13, 1952, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the second of fourteen children to Harvey Webster and Alice Jean (née McFarland). She graduated High School from Green Bay East High in 1970, then went on to Sacred Heart School of Practical Nursing, graduating in 1974. Kris started working at St. Joseph Hospital on the general medical surgery unit before going back to school in 1977. She obtained ...