Janet L. Enright (nee Allarding), 89, of Kewaskum passed away in the early morning hours on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024.   She was born in West Bend, on November 20, 1934, to the late Edward and Hattie (nee Kotecki) Allarding.   Shortly after high school graduation, and while attending her first Boltonville picnic, Janet met the love of her life Kenneth “Kenny” Enright. Kenny courted Janet for two-and-a-half years immediately proposing marriage to her after he returned home from the service in June 1956. Two short months later, on August 25, 1956, they were united in marriage at Holy Angels Catholic Church, West Bend. Together they raised their three boys Mike, Tom and Steve.   In the early years, Janet worked on the family farm doing morning chores before heading to work at the West Bend Company. But the role she loved the most was being a stay-at-home mom to her boys, housewife to Ken, and baking homemade breads, pies and other sweet treats for her family daily.   She was a member of St Michael’s Catholic Church, the Christian Women’s Group, and an active member of the St Michael’s prayer line. She ran the church kitchen for many years. Her love for cooking and baking served many a home cooked meal, when attending St Michael’s annual Fall Festival or eating lunch after a funeral. Janet was well known in the Boltonville community for her perfected German potato salad.   Janet was a former member of the local chapter of Red Hat Ladies and the Tuesday afternoon ladies bowling league at Lighthouse Lanes. She enjoyed gardening, reading, crocheting, and playing cards with family, grandchildren, and friends. She rarely sat out of a good round of Sheepshead playing many a hand at the Kewaskum’s Senior Center and attending Bingo nights at local town halls. Janet especially enjoyed her time spent with family and friends. She was blessed to be called “Grandma Janet” too many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.    Those Janet leaves behind to cherish her memory include her three sons, Mike (Linda) Enright, Tom Enright, and Steve (Jill) Enright all of Boltonville; six grandchildren, Corey Enright, Jason (Jen) Enright, Barb (Fiancé Ben) Eckes, James Landrum, Jon Enright, and Brooke (fiancé Evan) Enright; 11 great-grandchildren, Abigail, Ranen, Madison, Hadley, Lauren, Eisley, Kaitlynn, Tysen, and Nolan Enright, Bryn and Leilah Eckes; a sister, Lou Ann Weber; a brother-in-law, Joe (Ann) Enright; two sisters-in-law, Marie Hintz and Cordell Enright; other relatives and friends.    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Kenneth Enright; a sister, Elaine (Roman) Ritger; four brothers-in-law, John Weber, Ralph Hintz, Merlin (Eleanor) Enright and Gerald Enright; two sisters-in law, Janet (Fred) Mleczek and Irene (Roger) Knoeck; grandson-in-law, Jon Eckes; and three nephews, Doug Enright, Jim Weber, and Bill Enright.   VISITATION: Janet’s family greeted relatives and friends at St. John of God Chapel on Tuesday, Oct. 22, from 11 a.m. until the start of the service.SERVICE: A memorial Mass for Janet was held at St. John of God Chapel on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at noon. Burial followed.    The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff at Aurora Medical Center Hartford for their exceptional help and care.    The Myrhum – Patten Funeral and Cremation Service has been entrusted with Janet’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

   John Frank Boegel, 81, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024, at his home with his family by his side.   John was born on January 7, 1943, in Kewaskum, to the late Oscar and Lucy (nee Weitor) Boegel. John served his country in the Marines.   He was united in marriage to Rita Wenninger on July 6, 1968, at Holy Trinity – Kewaskum.   John was a US Postal Service worker.   He also loved to do word puzzle books. John was a huge Johnny Cash, Creedence Clearwater Revival, and Elvis Presley. John was a simple man who loved the small things in life. He loved his grandchildren and great–grandchildren.    Those left to cherish John’s memory include his wife, Rita Boegel; son, Joshua Boegel; grandchildren, Brooklyn Schmidt and Abbygail Dundurs; two great-grandchildren, Huxdyne and Kaitlyn Sharick-Dundurs; other relatives and friends.   VISITATION: John’s family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, Oct. 25, from 12 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., at Myrhum – Patten Funeral & Cremation Service, 215 Forest Avenue, Kewaskum, WI.   SERVICE: A memorial service for John will follow visitation at 3 p.m. at Myrhum – Patten Funeral & Cremation Service with Father Patrick Magnor officiating the service. Burial and Military Honors will take place at Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery.   Myrhum – Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with John’s arrangements. Additional information and tribute wall can be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

   Eric Jay Schladweiler, 57, of Kewaskum, was called home to be with the Lord on October 12, 2024, at Aurora Zilber Family Hospice in Wauwatosa, following a very courageous battle with cancer.   Eric was born on May 13, 1967, in West Bend to the late LeRoy and Gertrude (nee Schmidt) Schladweiler of Kewaskum.   Eric graduated from Kewaskum High School in 1985.   His life was filled with keeping busy. He helped on the family farm most of his life, also helping his brothers with their farm work – which he loved to do. At the same time as he was helping with farm work, he also worked at several different businesses including Bolen’s Inc. in Port Washington, TP Concrete in Fredonia, and most recently TNT Enterprises in Random Lake.   Eric was passionate about his gardening skills, which included growing organic sweet corn, peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, onions, squash, cauliflower, cabbage, watermelon, and other vegetables. He enjoyed watching the Packers football team, going to car races, collecting and restoring antique tractors, making wood for his wood stove, and simply being outdoors.   Those Eric leaves behind to cherish his memory include his siblings; Gary (Doris) Schladweiler of Kewaskum, Susan (Steven) Cotter of Waldo, Judy (Greg) Melius of Batavia, Liz (Steve) Weyker of Fredonia, Jeff (Teresa) Schladweiler of Kewaskum, and Jane (Brian) Ries of Lomira; is furthered survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.    In addition to his parents, Eric was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Jacob and Elizabeth (nee Schneider) Schladweiler; maternal grandparents, Henry and Clementine (nee Albinger) Schmidt.   VISITATION: Eric’s family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 9 a.m. until 10:45 a.m., at St. Michael Catholic Church, 8883 Forest View Road, Kewaskum, WI.   SERVICE: Mass of Christian Burial in remembrance of Eric will follow visitation at 11 a.m. with Father Patrick Magnor officiating the service.    BURIAL: Burial will be at St. Michael Cemetery located to the south of the church.   The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff of Aurora Zilber Family Hospice for their care and compassion.   Myrhum – Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Eric’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book can be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

   Ellis W. “Ollie” Krahn, 92, of Kewaskum, formerly of Beechwood, passed away on October 8, 2024, at Froedtert West Bend Hospital.   Ollie was born on October 28, 1931, in Beechwood, the son of the late Ervin and Marie (nee Kreutzinger) Krahn. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict in the 39th Infantry Scout Dog Platoon and worked as a cook.   Ollie was a member of the Triangle B Post #193 in Beechwood, Batavia, and Boltonville and he was also fortunate enough to go on the honor flight to celebrate his service. Following his service, he hauled milk for Beechwood Cheese Factory, worked at Gilson and farmed.   On February 16, 1966, he was united in marriage to Monica Przybylowski in Sheboygan and her family became his. They ran the Lake Seven Resort and were the founders of the Night Fliers Snowmobile Club. Farming was the love of his life where he spent many hours working in the fields.    Those Ollie leaves behind to cherish his memory include his daughters, Christine (Richard) Matthies and Leslie (Ron) Scheid; grandchildren, Andy (Lisa) Matthies, Richard “Trey” Clark, Breanne Clark; great-grandchildren, Rebecca (Justin) Rabehl, Brice Matthies, Abby Matthies, and Taylor Dolata; siblings, Shirley Mull, Sylvester (Jean) Krahn, Neil (Barbara) Krahn, Karen (Raymond) Borchert; sisters-in-law, Doris Krahn and Sandy Krahn; brother-in-law, Walter (Sue) Przybylowski and Sylvester Stern; many nieces, nephews, and friends.   In addition to his parents, Ollie was preceded in death by his wife, Monica, and her son, John “Hans” Zwick; grandson, Bradley Matthies; his siblings, Adrian Krahn, Gaylord (Margie) Krahn, Eugene (Annie) Krahn, Wesley Krahn, Dianna Bellin, Donna Wimmer, Eleanor Stern and an infant brother, Ronald Krahn.   VISITATION: Ollie’s family will greet relatives and friends at the Myrhum – Patten Funeral & Cremation Service, 215 Forest Avenue, in Kewaskum on Friday, Oct. 18, from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m.   SERVICE: A service for Ollie will be held at 3 p.m. at the funeral home in Kewaskum on Friday, Oct. 18, with Rev. Eric Kirkegaard officiating. Burial with military honor rites will follow at Beechwood Cemetery.   The family wishes to express their deep gratitude to the compassionate staff and for the exceptional care received at Kettle Moraine Gardens in Kewaskum.   The Myrhum – Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Ollie’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

   LTC Jeffrey C. Dreher, 59, of Williston, FL, passed away on August 26, 2024, at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque, NM.   Jeff was born on December 30, 1964, in West Bend, the son of Jules and Gwendolyn (nee Edwards) Dreher. Jeff attended Tremper High School in Kenosha and then continued his education at Parkside University, where he got his bachelor’s degree. He also received his associate degree in Fire Science from Gateway Technical College and a Masters of Divinity from Liberty University. He became an ordained minister at Gospel Chapel Kenosha of the Full Gospel Focus.    He proudly joined the U.S. Army – Airborne Division in 1984, serving in multiple tours including Germany, Iraq – Desert Storm, Saudia Arabia, Afghanistan, and Kuwait. Jeff served as a battalion commander, combat engineer and medical section chief, and Company Command with 274th Regiment. He received numerous Service Medals. Jeff was planning his retirement in December of 2024 with 40 years of service.    Those Jeff leaves behind to cherish his memory include his mother, Gwendolyn Dreher; his siblings, Juliana (Jim) Cassidy, Jody (Gary) MacDonald, and Jennifer Ashauer; his nieces and nephew, Kristopher, Abby, and Grace; his former wife, Guadalupe and her children, Yader and Ruben Acuna, and Yoshuara (Greg) Patchel and grandkids, Maricelly (Kyle) Patchel, Emmanuel, Gabrielle, Alissa, Isaac, Ellie, Ariel, Ruben Jr., Jackson, Luka, and Avery; many relatives and friends.   Jeff was preceded in death by his father, Jules Dreher; a brother-in-law, Joseph Ashauer and nephew, Dwayne Ashauer.   VISITATION: Jeff’s family will greet relatives and friends at the Myrhum – Patten Funeral & Cremation Service, 1315 W. Washington Street, in West Bend on Friday, Oct. 11, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.   SERVICE: A service for Jeff will be held at 1 p.m. at the Myrhum – Patten Funeral & Cremation Service in West Bend on Friday. Burial with military honors will follow at Lutheran Memorial Park in Kewaskum.    The Myrhum – Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Jeff’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.