Donna M. Schmidt (nee Fillion), age 84 years, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on October 15, 2021 at Kathy Hospice surrounded by her family.Donna was born on September 22, 1937 in Kings - ford, Michigan to Samuel and Mary Jane (nee LeClaire) Fillion. She was united in marriage to Arthur Schmidt on June 18, 1960 in Milwaukee.Donna graduated from Kingsford High School, and then graduated Salutatorian of her college class. She was a primary school teacher for many years, including at St. Boniface in Germantown. Donna was active in card club, Hummel club, and Precious Moments club. After retirement, Donna and Arthur like spending time in Arizona as snowbirds.Those Donna leaves behind to cherish her memory include her beloved husband of 61 years, Arthur; cherished daughters, Pamela Pfluger and Penny (Troy) Zagel; loving grandchildren, Lauren (Jason) Jones, Jon Pfluger, and Ellie Zagel; kind sister, Carol Klenke; and dear niece, Mae Oppermann. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by six siblings.Visitation: Donna’s family greeted relatives and friends at the Myrhum – Patten Funeral Home, 215 Forest Ave, in Kewaskum, on Wednesday, October 20, 2021, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Visitation will continue on Thursday, October 21, 2021 at St. Peter Catholic Church, 200 E Washington St, in Slinger, from 11 a.m. until the time of Mass.Funeral Service: Mass of Christian Burial for Donna will be held at 12 Noon on Thursday, October 21, 2021 at St. Peter Catholic Church in Slinger with Father Richard Stoffel officiating. Luncheon at Church to follow the Mass.Burial: Interment immediately following the luncheon on Thursday at Peace United Church of Christ Cemetery in Kewaskum.Donna’s family extends their heartfelt appreciation to the staff at Kathy Hospice for the loving care they provided while she was there.Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Donna’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

Clyde Everett Gerner, age 87 years, of West Bend was called home to be with the Lord on October 15, 2021 at Cornerstone Assisted Living in West Bend surrounded by his loving family.Clyde was born on April 1, 1934 in Fillmore to Lawrence and Elda (Gruhle) Gerner. He was united in marriage to Mary Lou Kirmse on November 10, 1974 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Newburg.Clyde graduated from Kewaskum High School. He worked on his grandfather’s farm, and then began his career at Gehl Company. Clyde retired from Gehl in 1999 after working there for 36 years. He was a longtime member of the Fillmore Fire Department. Clyde loved gardening, all types of hunting, fishing and ice fishing.Those Clyde leaves behind to cherish his memory include his wife, Mary Lou; his step-children, Kenlyn (John) Schwinn and Jerry (Lindsay Gruenwald) Seideman; grandchildren, Benjamin (Dani) Seideman, Justin (Miranda) Seideman, Tye (DeAnna Fischer) Seideman, and Shawn (Sheri) Verbanac; and three great-grandchildren.Clyde is further survived by siblings, Kenneth (Jan) Gerner, Ginny Scott, and Marilyn (Ernie) Preston; as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.In addition to his parents, Clyde was preceded in death by his step-son, Glen Seideman; and brother, Gordon Gerner.A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, Octo - ber 23, 2021 at 4 p.m. at Myrhum-Patten Funeral Home (1315 W Washington St. – West Bend, WI 53095) with Pastor Jonathan Arndt officiating.The family will greet relatives and friends on Sat urday at the funeral home from 2:00 pm until the time of service. The Fillmore Fire Department and other area fire departments are invited for a walkthrough at 3:45 p.m.Inurnment will be at Union Cemetery in Newburg at a later date.The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff at Cornerstone Assisted Living and Preceptor Hospice for their care and compassion.Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Clyde’s arrangements. 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 the care of Myrhum-Patten Funeral and Cremation Service, 1315 W. Washington Street, West Bend, WI 53095.