Beverly Bolz

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved sister Beverly Bolz of Belgium, Wis. Bev passed away peacefully surrounded by her entire loving family on April 23, 2026, at the age of 73. 

She was born March 31, 1953, to Jerome and Martha (Kleckner) Bolz of Port Washington.

Bev was the heart of our family, known for her faith, kindness, generosity and devotion to her family and church. Bev had a special gift for making others feel welcomed and valued — a true reflection of the faith and love that guided her life. 

Bev spent her working life in many areas of education: teacher, educator, facilitator and trainer. She spent her retired life dedicated to her family and her church.

She treasured her time with family and friends, creating memories that will be cherished forever. She especially loved it when the entire family could spend time together at the holidays and family functions.

Bev’s deep faith was the foundation of her life. She was a member of St. John XXIII Catholic Parish in Port Washington and served as chairman of the Human Concerns Committee, co-coordinated funeral meals for parishioners, served on the Feed My Starving Children Committee and organized volunteers for parish weekly funds. She devoted numerous hours to the parish and loved every minute of doing it.

Her special crafting talents included making gorgeous, handcrafted greeting cards for all occasions. Bev was an avid reader. She loved to travel with family and friends. Crafts as well as gardening were important hobbies for Bev.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving siblings Gary (Mary Sue) of Port Washington, Danny (Sharon) of Random Lake, Carolyn (Reed) Wykhuis of Oostburg, Cathy (Mark) Schowalter of Port Washington and Ron (Joanne) of Port Washington.

Bev is further survived by 13 nieces and nephews, Bryan (Heather) Bolz, Michelle (Kyle) Clavette, Tim (Courtney) Bolz, Tami (Jon) Petre, Kimberley (Kevin) Eppers, Kristi (Ben) Ulik, Peter (Kailyn) Wykhuis, Joseph (Amanda) Wykhuis, Jacob (Miranda) Schowalter, Mikayla (Andrew) Schowalter, Rebecca Bolz, Ryan (Corkie) Bolz and Natasha (Heath) Jakubowski; 27 great-nieces and nephews, Grace, Madelayne, Ellaoise, Audric, Karly, Harper, Sydney, Joshua, Evelyn, Emma, Alana, Sierra, Cedar, Hazel, Hattie, Etta, Howie, Arlo, Harrison, Grace, Malcolm, Hollis, Paisley, Everett, Nolan, Jameson and Livvy; other beloved relatives; and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Jerome and Martha Bolz and niece Hannah.

The family would like to thank the Froedtert team and St. Croix Hospice for their exceptional care.  

After a warm life filled with joy, laughter and faith, she is at peace.  

A private Rosary service and family Mass of Christian Burial were celebrated on Friday May 8, at 10:30 a.m. at St. John XXIII Catholic Parish, St. Peter of Alcantara Church in Port Washington. Father Patrick Wendt officiated.

She was laid to rest in St. Mary’s Mausoleum in Port Washington.  

Eernisse Funeral Home, Port Washington, was honored to serve the family.

Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com.