James Duerst Obituary

The passing of James Duerst (Big Bend, Wisconsin) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on November 5, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James Duerst or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lydia Duerst and Jacob Duerst; and his sisters, Virginia Babler and Betty Engen. He is survived by: his wife Aletha Duerst; his children, Wendy Roeber (Bill), Todd Duerst (Kay) and Nancy Duerst (Jon Emmer); his grandchildren, Nicholas Willgrubs (Molly), Matthew Roeber (Jenna), Trenton Roeber (Christopher Lucas), Leandra Damewood (Mackenzie), Jakob Willgrubs and Marina Bigham (Carson); his great grandchildren, Brae and Rue Willgrubs; and his sister Judy Stuessy (Tom). He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.