Evert-Luko Funeral Home

01/12/2026

01/09/2026

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01/07/2026

Gail L. O'Connor

Gail Lynn O'Connor (Newman), 76, of North Lake, WI, passed away on January 6, 2026.

Gail was born on July 17, 1949, in Aurora, NE. Gail attended Aurora High School and became the school's prom queen. She later attended Creighton Nursing School in Omaha and worked her career as a registered nurse.

In her spare time, you would often see her at a local baseball field or playing her beloved game of Bridge.

Gail is survived by her three sons, Trey (Kim) O’Connor, Brian (Niki) O’Connor, and Todd (Pattie) O’Connor, six grandchildren Sean, Kiersten, Addy, Emmy, Alyssa and Luke and her brothers Mike and Jeff Newman.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Evert-Luko Funeral Home, 170 Warren Ave., Hartland, WI. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until the time of the service.

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01/06/2026

Nancy E. Fetkenhauer

Nancy E. Fetkenhauer, lovingly known as Nanci, was born on June 10, 1938, in Brookfield, Wisconsin. She peacefully passed away, surrounded by her family, on January 2, 2026, at Dimensions Living West in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and strength.

Nanci was raised in Hartland, where she attended Hartland High School, graduating as the last class before Arrowhead High School's establishment. Following her marriage to Sheldon, Nanci and Sheldon "Clem" lived on Nagawicka Lake, where some of her fondest memories were created. Her early years shaped the warm and caring person she became, with a sassy side that endeared her to many. Throughout her life, Nanci embraced her artistic talents, immersing herself in crocheting, knitting, painting, and drawing. Her love for reading further reflected her inquisitive nature and imaginative spirit.

Following the passing of her beloved husband, Sheldon, in 1966, Nanci found herself navigating various secretarial jobs before discovering her true passion in the restaurant business. She became a cherished hostess and co-owner of the Phoenix, a role in which she thrived, bringing joy and warmth to all who dined there.

Nanci was a proud matriarch, celebrated by her children: Pamela (Wayne) Hall, Thomas (Barbara) Fetkenhauer, Timothy Fetkenhauer, and Todd (Kay) Fetkenhauer. Her enduring love and guidance extended to her grandchildren: Ryan (Lynn), Cherie, Sydney, Wyatt, Justin, Nathan, and Tyler, along with five cherished great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind her siblings, Clifford Reimer, Thomas Reimer, and Peggy Holden, brother in-law, Lloyd (Karen) Fetkenhauer, along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends who will sorely miss her kindness and vibrant spirit.

Nanci faced her life's challenges with grace and resilience, and while she mourned the loss of her parents, Delbert and Bernice (Betker) Reimer, her infant daughter, Patricia, her sister Cherie, her brother Dale, her husband Sheldon, and her granddaughter Krista, she held their memories close within her heart. Also remembered fondly is her significant other and co-owner of the Phoenix, Karl Stielow, whose partnership brought joy to her life.

A visitation will take place on January 14, 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, followed by a memorial service at 12:00 pm at Evert-Luko Funeral Home, located at 170 Warren Ave, Hartland, WI.

Nanci's beautiful spirit, creative soul, and unwavering love will forever resonate in the hearts of those fortunate enough to know her. She leaves behind a legacy of family, artistic expression, and a reminder to cherish each moment spent with loved ones.

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01/05/2026

Laura J. Siedschlag

Laura J. Siedschlag, age 78, passed away on January 3, 2026 at her home. She was born on June 17, 1947 to John and Regina Pryga in Wausau.

Laura is survived by her husband, John; daughters, Julie (Joseph) Bruhn and Jill (Michael) Paddock; grandchildren, Zachary, Connor and Danielle; brother, Richard Pryga; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, John Pryga, Jr. and Chester Pryga.

Education and working with young people were important to Laura, and she enjoyed her career teaching at Wauwatosa West. She liked vacationing, Florida and taking her walks on her many travels.

*Due to unforeseen circumstances, the funeral services for Laura have been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date.

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01/04/2026

Carol Ann Pfeiffer

Carol Ann Pfeiffer, age 90 of Hartland, passed away on January 2, 2026 at her home. She was born on December 18, 1935 to Charles and Theresa (Sterr) Luko in Okauchee.

Carol is survived by her step-sons, Peter (Karen) and Tony; daughter-in-law, Bev; grandchildren, Jeremiah (Lindsay), Jacob (Erika), Cole (Kayla), and Dustin; great-grandchildren, Van, Curtis, Brayden, Charlie, Madisson, Aubrie, Carson, Claire and Rhys; her sister-in-law, Judy; nieces and nephews, Vickie (Del) Buchholz, Gayle (Jim) Brezonick; and a very special friend, Linda. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick “Fritz”; her step-son, Rick; her parents; her brothers, Don and Dick (Nancy); and her nephew, David.

In her youth, Carol enjoyed sports and was an avid baseball player. She was a caregiver to many throughout her life, and enjoyed going out to lunch and dinner with her friends.

A visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 23, 2026 at Evert-Luko Funeral Home, 170 Warren Avenue in Hartland, with burial to follow at St. Charles Cemetery.

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01/03/2026

Diane M. Phelps

Diane Phelps-Cieslik, 73, of Hartland, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2025, in Hartland.

Diane was born on March 6, 1952, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to Donald and Bernice Soquet. She grew up in Green Bay, graduated from East De Pere High School, and later earned an associate’s degree from Katharine Gibbs College. She discovered a lifelong love of horses while riding with her family, especially her father. Horses would remain one of her greatest joys throughout her life.

Diane spent more than three decades with Jazzercise, a career that matched her energy, confidence, and passion for helping others succeed. She was a Jazzercise instructor and franchise owner for 32 years and later served as District Manager for Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota for 22 years, supporting and overseeing nearly 250 franchisees. Diane had a gift for connecting with people and was known for her strong leadership, mentoring, and speaking skills.

After retiring in 2011, Diane devoted her time to volunteering at LifeStriders, a nonprofit providing therapeutic, nature-based services for individuals with physical, emotional, and cognitive special needs. She volunteered with the therapeutic horseback riding program, mentoring volunteers, teaching classes, and helping train and exercise horses. In 2016, she became a certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor through PATH, Inc. Diane also served on the LifeStriders Board of Directors and created a training program to help volunteers feel confident, safe, and supported. Later in life, she earned her motorcycle license and could often be seen riding her yellow Honda Rebel to LifeStriders, a perfect reflection of her independence, confidence, and love of adventure. In recognition of her dedication, she was honored as LifeStriders Volunteer of the Year in 2015.

Health, fitness, and living well were always important to Diane. She met her husband, John, at Al’s Run & Walk, enjoyed scuba diving with her son Ian, and cherished time spent with her family. She was known for her infectious laugh, often ending in tears, and for the warmth and joy she brought into every room.

Diane is survived by her husband, John; her sister, Julie; her sons, Ian and Nick; and her grandchildren, Finnley, Luca, Shelby, Rory, Jersey, and Tripp.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to LifeStriders in Diane’s memory, in support of the therapeutic horseback riding program she loved so deeply.

We thank everyone who shared love, support, and kindness during this time. In particular, we are deeply grateful to the staff at Heritage Lake Country Memory Care Facility for the love and care they provided to Diane over the past three years. Diane felt it, and so did we.

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01/02/2026

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01/01/2026

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12/30/2025

Eva Lotz

Eva Lotz, age 89 of Pewaukee, was born to Eternal Life on December 29, 2025. She was born on December 24, 1936, to Joseph and Theresa (Czimmer) Wermesi in Hungary.

Eva is survived by her children, Joseph, Linda (Norbert) Bracke, Robert, James (Kathleen), Mary (Jason) Armao, and Amy Lotz Kozina; her daughter-in-law, Jill Lotz; sister, Anna Massek; sister-in-law, Marie Lotz; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family, and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband, Josef; her son, Paul; and her parents.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at St. Charles Catholic Church, 313 Circle Drive in Hartland, with a visitation from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. A private burial will be held at Holy Cross Cemetery.

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