24 February 2021

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Mary Ellen Schulz

Mary Ellen Schulz


Mary Ellen Schulz (nee Ritger) passed away on Monday, February 22, 2021 at the age of 85 years. She was born on February 26, 1935 in Allenton to Gerhard and Gertrude (nee Aufdermauer) Ritger. On August 25, 1962 she married Donald R. Schulz and together they farmed in the Town of Wayne. She enjoyed gardening, quilting (member of “Addison Hand Quilters”), and watching the Packers and Brewers. Mary Ellen is survived by her eight children; Nancy, Michael, Diane (Ken) Kingery, Christine, James (Lisa), Linda (Scott) Dzimian (Scott), David (Nancy) and Julie (Daniel) Heino Jr.; and grandchildren Jacob and Martina Schulz, Daniel Heino III, Damian, Luke, and Clare Schulz, Danielle Kingery (Justin) Miller; her great-grandchildren Quinn and Wade Miller; her brothers Herbert (Shirley), Peter (Beverly), and sister-in-law Lillian Ritger, and brother-in-law Gerald (Elaine) Schulz. She was preceded in death by her husband Donald, sisters Frances (Donald) Rettler and Marcia (Ronald) Jerde, brothers Anthony Ritger and LeRoy (Imelda) Ritger, and brother-in-law Allen (Patricia) Schulz. A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Resurrection Catholic Church in Allenton. Final place of rest will be at Washington County Memorial Park. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Phillip Funeral Home of West Bend is assisting the family. (262) 338-2050 / www.phillipfuneralhome.com
19 February 2021

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Richard E. Schilter

Richard E. Schilter


It is with honor that we remember the life of Richard Erwin Schilter, who entered into peace on February 17, 2021. He was 92 years old. Richard and his twin brother, Robert, were born on September 10, 1928 to Erwin and Lodie (Melius) Schilter. He became a U.S. Marine and was an airplane mechanic during WWII. He later met and married Rose Miracola, with whom he had five children. After Rose's unexpected passing at a young age, Richard found new love and a mother for his children in his marriage to Lorraine Schwamb in 1969. They were married for 40 years until her death in 2009. It is the love and memories of both Rose and Lorraine that have carried Richard through the past few years. We're sure they're playing cards, dancing and eating well in Heaven together. Richard worked at Badger Meter for 30+ years as an electrician and was a proud member of the IBEW Local 494 Union. An outdoorsman at heart, Richard loved spending time with friends and family fishing, hunting, and golfing. He especially enjoyed driving to lakes across the Midwest and Canada. As a Grandpa, he spent countless hours at basketball and baseball games in Oostburg, West Bend, and across the state. But whether it was sports or education, Richard strongly believed in hard work and took pride in the achievements of his family. He was fiercely independent, but good-natured, always joking with his grandkids to "stay out of trouble." Richard also went on the Honor Flight in October 2017, accompanied by his son Raymond. Richard is survived by his children Christine Schilter, Raymond (Nadine) Schilter, Jimmy Schilter, Donna (Bruce) Steinhardt, and Henry (Tammy) Schilter; his 11 grandchildren Heather (Andre) Bennett, Melissa (David) Schmidt, Michael (Kala) Schilter, Dana (Jeff) Fochs, Kyle (Mandy) Schilter, Katie (Mark) Evans, Matthew (Kate) Schilter, Ryan (Emma) Schilter, Laura (Matt) McHugh and Bruce (Emily) Baumhardt and Geoff (Jodie) Baumhardt; and Gail (Juan) Aguirre. He also adored his great-grandchildren and lit up anytime he saw them - Dawson Bennett, Clara and Rose Schmidt, William and Evelyn Schilter, Elly and Piper Fochs, Tyler and Grayson Schilter, Nina and Mae Evans, Alexis, Cecelia and Josephine Schilter, Brandie Boeder, and Kenadie Baumhardt. He is preceded in death by his parents, twin brother, and wives Rose (Miracola) Schilter and Lorraine (Schwamb) Schilter. Written by Katie Evans, granddaughter of Richard Schilter.
18 February 2021

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17 February 2021

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Shooter Identified In  Kewaskum Double Homicide

Shooter Identified In Kewaskum Double Homicide


Shooter Identified In Kewaskum Double Homicide By Anne Trautner The man accused of shooting and killing two men in separate residences in the Town of Kewaskum on Wednesday, Feb. 3, has been identified as 30-yearold Nicholas Scott Pingel of West Bend. Following the two homicides, Pingel was killed during a shootout with a Washington County deputy. Family members have identified the two men

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Firefighters Respond To  Chimney Fire In Boltonville

Firefighters Respond To Chimney Fire In Boltonville


Firefighters Respond To Chimney Fire In Boltonville By Anne Trautner A single family residence at 1332 Scenic Drive in Boltonville suffered no damage after sustaining a chimney fire on Monday, Feb. 15. According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, the homeowner, who uses a wood burner as primary heat in the winter, stated that he allowed the fire in the wood burner to burn out

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Check It Out!

Check It Out!


Check It Out! A Column By Kewaskum Librarian Lori Kreis March 1 is the date each year when annual reports for libraries are due to be submitted to the state. This is the third year I have completed it here and I find the process fascinating. Some of my colleagues find the entire procedure extremely stressful, to the point that tears have been involved. I love statistics and compiling data,