Richard “Dick” Howard Kornitz passed away on September 10, 2021, at the age of 79 after a long and prosperous life. Born on March 11, 1942, in Milwaukee to the late Roland and Freida (Nienhardt) Kornitz, he married Joan (Baumhardt) at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Eden on February 20, 1965. Dick was a proud veteran who served his country in the U.S. Navy traveling around the world from 1959-1963. It was in the service that he learned the electrical trade, which became his lifetime vocation. He spent 30 years as a Master Electrician with the City of Milwaukee before retiring in 1997.An avid hunter, Dick’s love for the sport began at a young age from experiences with his father and their dogs. In addition to hunting in the State of Wisconsin, he enjoyed big game excursions throughout North America. He was a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association, the Eden Good Fellows Rod and Gun Club, as well as a member of the Twin Lakes Protection Association.Dick was also a passionate skier from an early age, teaching his wife, daughters, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews to enjoy the sport. He spent 42 years as a volunteer member of the National Ski Patrol, helping hundreds of injured skiers using his extensive first-aid training.We are sure he is on the first chair on the ski slopes of heaven.He is survived by his wife, Joan; daughters, Kaye (Mark) Kass and Laura Mastropolo. Further survived by grandchildren, Tyler Mastropolo, Abby Kass, Marlea Mastropolo, and Noah Friedenfels; brothersin- law, James (Karen) Baumhardt, John (Janey) Baumhardt, and Jay (Vicky) Baumhard; sister-inlaws, Jane (John) Davis and Sharon Baumhardt; and other nieces and nephews, relatives, and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Sharon; his in-laws, Joe and Jean Baumhardt; and brother-in-law, Jerome Baumhardt.Visitation for Dick will be on Sunday, September 26, starting at 1 p.m. at Shepherd of the Hills Catholic Church, W1562 Co. Rd. B, Eden, WI, followed by a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 4 p.m.In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Eden Fire Department, the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight, or the Alzheimer's Association.Twohig Funeral Home, Campbellsport, is serving the family with online guestbook and condolences at www.twohigfunerals.com.

Steven J. Philippi, age 54, of Kewaskum, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 9, 2021, at Froedtert Memorial Hospital in Milwaukee with his loving family by his side. Steven was born in West Bend on November 5, 1966, son of Donald and Patricia (nee Flasch) Philippi. He graduated from West Bend High School Class of 1985. He was united in marriage to Christine Lisko on October 26, 1990, in Lake Geneva and had their vows blessed at Holy Angels on October 26, 1991.Steven was a loving husband, wonderful daddy, proud grandpa, a friend to all he met and could talk to a stranger for hours. He will be remembered for his love of farming, which he instilled into his children and who carry on the tradition today. He also passed on his passion for cars and snowmobiles to his kids. He had a love for the Brewers, Packers, Badgers and Nascar. Steven was active in the KettleMoraine Klassic Kar Klub and the Kohlsville Kruisers snowmobile club. He was very active in planning car shows and class reunions. He worked for the city of West Bend in the Sewer Utility until the time of death.Steven is survived by his wife of 30 years, Chris (nee Lisko); his 25-year-old daughter, Marissa (fiancé Dakota Trujillo); his 23-year-old son, Trayton; and the apple of his eye, one-year-old granddaughter, Lillianna. He is further survived by his parents, Donald and Patricia Philippi; sisters, Donna (John) Hupfer, Christy (Dave) Starr; brother, Brian; parents-in-law, James and Vivian Lisko; sisterin- law, Cindy (Donnie) Cridelich; and brother-in-law, Kevin (Sherry) Lisko; and other family members and friends and of course his Simba Lion.Steven was preceded in death by special uncles, Carl Melchiors and Wilmer Philippi, affectionately called Charlie, dear friend Rick Blaeske along with other family members and the many fur buddies he held dear to his heart, especially Magnum and Tucker.A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 16, at Holy Angels Catholic Church (138 N. 8th Ave., West Bend, WI 53095) with Fr Howard Haase presiding.Visitation will be at the church on Thursday from 2-4:45 p.m.The family wishes to thank all of the staff at Froedtert Hospital CVICU. Their kind and compassionate care meant the world to the family.Family and friends are encouraged to bring photos of Steven to share with the family, kindly asking you to put your names on the back and date if known and will be greatly appreciated. An area will be available for those who wish to share written memories as well.Memorial contributions can be made to the family.Phillip Funeral Home is assisting the family.(262) 338-2050 / www.phillipfuneralhome.com