Duane E. “Pete” Krueger, 93, of Horicon passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Saturday, March 28, 2020. Duane was born the son of Ewald and Marcella (Backus) Krueger on July 3, 1926, in Horicon. He was a 1944 graduate of Horicon High School and went on to honorably serve his country in WWII in the US Navy in the Pacific Theater until 1946. He was united in marriage to Beatrice Marx on July 19, 1947, at Zion Lutheran Church in Horicon. Duane was employed at John Deere Horicon Works until his retirement in 1984. He was a member of St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Horicon. Duane was an avid sports fan and enjoyed gardening. Duane is survived by his wife of 72 years, Beatrice of Horicon; his children, Betty Jane Ladd of Palm Harbor, FL, Joel (Susan) Krueger of Horicon, and Ellen (Terry) Bartsch of Port Richey, FL; his grandchildren, Eric (Brooke) Krueger, Matthew (Molly) Krueger, Philip (Stephanie) Krueger, Andrew Bartsch, Michael (Kara) Bartsch, Margaret Bartsch, Patrick (Dawn) Ladd, Timothy (Alyssa) Ladd, and Maureen (Jeffrey) Austin; his 19 great-grandchildren. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws, Richard and Lena Marx; sister, Donna Jean Smith; son-in-law, Stephen Ladd; seven brothers-in-law and five sisters-in law. A family graveside service will be held at Oak Hill Cemetery in Horicon with a memorial service to be held at a later date due to the current health restrictions. Special thanks to the staff at Hillside Hospice for all of their care and support shown to Duane and his family. Memorials in memory of Duane may be directed to St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Horicon. Koepsell Funeral Home in Horicon is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com

Joan Kay Hodgson, 76, of Horicon, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 25, 2020. Joan Hodgson was born to Arthur and Jeanette (Gerlach) Plansky on April 9, 1943, in Beaver Dam. Joan married her sweetheart Dennis Hodgson on October 11, 1975, in Juneau. Joan was employed in many fields. Joan worked as a waitress, factory assembler, co-owned a craft store in Horicon, got her real estate license and sold real estate and wallpapered in many people’s homes. Her last and most favorite job was driving school bus for her "kids".  Joan is survived by her husband, Dennis; son, Derek (Cindy) Kreckow and family; Cory, Justin, Jenna and Jenna’s daughter, Joslynn; Joan’s granddaughters, Ashley (Shawn) Sinotte and their daughter, Briella, Amber (Travis) Basler and their mother, Janice (Joe) Murphy; sisters and brother, Dorie (Don) Gourlie, Judy Behnke, Elaine Schabel, Art (Jeanie) Plansky, Mary (Bob) Bonack, Peggy Streit; and brother-in-law, Bob Taglipietra; Joan’s-in-laws, Betty (Wayne) Hildebrandt, Dale (Diane) Hodgson and Bonnie Hodgson; nieces, nephews and many, many friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Donna Taglipietra; brothers-in-law, Don Behnke, Nubby Schabel, John Sreit; her mother and father-in-law, Edna and Hilbert Hodgson. Joan loved people, all people, and enjoyed spending time with them, playing games, camping, fishing and going out to eat. Most of all she loved her Lord and wanted everyone to know Him and let Him into their hearts and lives.  A private family interment was held on Tuesday, March 31, at Stone Cemetery in Burnett. A memorial service to be held at a later date. A special Thank You to the staff at E-2 Clearview in Juneau. Memorials may be made to Special Touch Ministry or Operation Smile c/o Dennis Hodgson, 512 N. Finch Street, Horicon WI 53032. The Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. To make an online condolence or for more information visit www. KoepsellFH.com.

Chuck Bublitz was called to his heavenly home to be with Jesus in glory on Monday, March 23. Chuck was born on April 4, 1957, in West Bend to Elroy and Carol (Jackson) Bublitz. He was baptized April 21, 1957. He was united in marriage to Kitty Schneider on October 21, 1978, at Peace Lutheran in Hartford. Those Chuck leaves behind to cherish his memory include his wife, Kitty; three children, Kevin (Jessica) Bublitz of Lomira, Eric (Laura) Bublitz of Lomira, and Marla (Derrick) Denis of Glendale; seven grandchildren, Jackson, Greta, Will, Creighton, Layla, Stella and Ellie; a sister, Gail (Kenn) Kurtz; three brothers, Richard (Audrey) Bublitz, James (Peggy) Bublitz, and Joseph (Dawn) Bublitz; other relatives and friends. Chuck was preceded in death by his father, Elroy Bublitz; mother, Carol Bublitz; and brother, Paul. We remember Chuck in the many ways he showed his love for the Lord. He was a devoted husband, loving father, adoring grandpa, dear brother and treasured friend. Working in the family restaurant, he touched so many lives with his cheerful smile and giving attitude. In church he was the loudest singer and faithful servant to others in Christ. His favorite things to do were working, playing, telling stories, motorcycling, snowmobiling and spending time Up North goofing off with his family and friends. He was always energetic, cracking jokes and quick with a smile. His love for Jesus was apparent every day. We are grateful to have had a great example of a Christian husband, father and grandpa and we patiently wait to be reunited with him in heaven. Because of current restrictions, a private service will be held for Chuck’s family at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lomira. Please consider signing our online guest book (www.myrhum-patten.com) to share your condolences with the family. Cards addressed to the family may be sent in care of: Myrhum – Patten Funeral and Cremation Service, 1315 W. Washington Street, West Bend, WI 53095.