Beatrice "Bea"

J. (Herold) Moldenhauer

It is with profound love and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Beatrice Jean (Herold) "Bea" Moldenhauer, who left us peacefully surrounded by family on September 21, 2025, at the age of 86.

A cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was born in Watertown, Wisconsin to her parents Melvin and Dorothy Herold. Bea will be remembered for her devotion to caring for her family, with emotional strength, honest opinions, and hard work done without complaint. She had a sharp mind, a quick wit, and strong presence about her. Bea's unwavering love for her family was always evident through good times and challenging times.

Her unforgettable signature phrases (Bea-isms) will ring in our ears with affection forever. In her free time, she enjoyed traveling, puzzles, and card games with family and friends. And, with a desire to give meaningful gifts to loved ones, she learned to knit and cross stitch later in life.

Bea is survived by her devoted husband, Wayne Moldenhauer, with whom she shared 68 loving  years of marriage. She was a proud mother of five sons. She is survived by her sons; Jerry (Deb), Del (Janet), Jon (Angie), Scot (Liz), daughter-in-law Kris, her 13 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, her sister Janet Lang.

She was preceded in death by her son Lynn; brother Lawrence "Butch" and his wife Vonnie Herold, and her parents Melvin and Dorothy Herold.

The family has respectfully requested a private ceremony.

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