Tom Zernia

1 month ago | washingtoncountyinsider.com | Judy Steffes |Tom Zernia

MARQUETTE MI – Sam Shudarek, 24, of Marquette, passed away on April 7, 2025, in Marquette, Michigan. Born on December 4, 2000 in Baraboo, Wisconsin, and raised in West Bend, WI the child of Todd and Bonnie (Wilson) Shudarek, Sam was loved by many. Sam graduated from West Bend East High School in 2019 and was an active member of the marching band and swim team. A gifted pianist and talented performer, Sam participated in numerous music competitions and brought joy to others through beautiful music.

2 months ago | washingtoncountyinsider.com | Judy Steffes |Tom Zernia

West Bend / Hartford, WI – Interfaith Caregivers of Washington County is celebrating one of its volunteer drivers who is homing in on an amazing accomplishment. Lee is on an incredible mission, as he’s just a few thousand miles away from hitting a staggering 100,000 miles driven for Interfaith Caregivers. That’s 4 TIMES around the world worth of driving. Currently at 96,285 miles, Lee’s dedication to supporting our community seniors is truly unmatched.

2 months ago | washingtoncountyinsider.com | Judy Steffes |Tom Zernia

Oconomowoc, Wi – Randy L.Thompson passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on February 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 22, 1951, in Monticello, Iowa to the late Ralph and Anne Thompson.

2 months ago | washingtoncountyinsider.com | Judy Steffes |Tom Zernia

April 1, 2025 – Washington Co., WI – Unofficial results are coming in for the November 5, 2024, General Election in Washington County, WI as polls closed at 8 p.m. Click HERE for the latest resultsScroll to the middle of the page to find the summary or votes by municipality. Remember to refresh the page for updatesPolling places across Washington County in Slinger, Richfield, Jackson, Kewaskum, Hartford, Germantown, and West Bend saw a brisk pace throughout the day.

2 months ago | washingtoncountyinsider.com | Judy Steffes |Tom Zernia

March 11, 2025 – Washington Co., Wi – A 42-year-old man who previously lived in the Town of Hartford, WI, has been sentenced in Washington County Circuit Court on felony charges of possession of child pornography. According to the courts, Jeffrey Feistel, pleaded guilty to 2 of 5 felony charges. The other 3 felony charges were dismissed but read into the record. The sentencing hearing for Feistel was March 6, 2025, in judge Sandra Giernoth’s court.