Edward Komatz
Edward George Komatz, age 97, of Friendship, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 8, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin, with Father David Komatz officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at the funeral home. Military honors will be presented by the Adams County Honor Guard. Interment will take place at Quincy Cemetery at a later date.
Edward was born on September 18, 1928, in the Town of Greenfield, Wisconsin, to Matthew and Stephanie (Kravanya) Komatz. He graduated from West Milwaukee High School in 1947. Shortly thereafter, he moved to Adams County and joined the United States Army, serving in Germany and traveling extensively throughout Europe. On September 17, 1960, Edward was united in marriage to Sue Marie Buchanan at Adams Trinity Lutheran Church. The couple began their life together in West Milwaukee, later living in West Allis and Port Washington before returning to Adams County following Edward’s retirement in 1984. He dedicated 35 years of service to Pabst Brewery before retiring.
Edward found joy in traveling throughout the United States and Canada, taking cruises, golfing at Moundview Golf Course, gardening, deer hunting and pheasant hunting in South Dakota, playing sheepshead, solving crossword puzzles, and reading the newspaper. He was a proud member of American Legion Post #250 and a longtime member of Moundview Golf Course.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings, Ann Komatz Buchanan and Rose Owsianny-Kramer; Ernest (Avis) Komatz, Joseph (MaryLou) Komatz, Matthew (Kathleen) Komatz Jr., and Mary Louise (Marvin) Waller and his son-in-law, Todd Thede.
Edward is lovingly survived by his wife, Sue Marie Komatz of Friendship, Wisconsin; daughters, Penny (Jeffrey) Mamerow of Colgate, Wisconsin, and Patti Thede of Oshkosh, Wisconsin; grandsons, Alan Jeffrey Mamerow and Jackson Buchanan Thede; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the summer, with details to be announced.
The family extends special thanks to St. Croix Hospice and especially to Pastor Fred, social worker Carrie, and nurses Jessica and Kourtney for their compassionate care.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences and further information may be found at www.roseberrys.com
Following the service a video of the service will be published here.
Sincere condolences to Sue and your entire family. May Ed rest in peace after his life well-lived. We’ll get together soon.
Meanwhile virtual hugs and prayers to get you through.
You are in my thoughts and prayers! Take care!
So sorry for your loss. We heard so many great memories from mom (Claudette Sawyer) about time she spent with them. Always brought smiles and laughs to her talking about those days. From the Strand/Sawyer bunch Rest in Peace.
Dear Sue and family,
I want to express my condolences to the Komatz family.
We have known each other since going to Hadlock School in Quincy. So many good memories growing up and through the years!
I’ll see you at the funeral.
Love and God Bless,
Carole Havel
correction the favorite stop was on Co Z near Castle Rock Lake……to stop and see local friends
Sending our deepest sympathy, we were very honored to provide care and support.
St Croix Hospice, team Baraboo
Rest in peace uncle Eddie. I have many fond memories of you, like taking us fishing at the secret fishing hole. Pheasant hunting and deer hunting. May the Lord comfort everyone affected by your loss.
memories of Ed go back to when i got out of high school and would hitch a ride to and from work in Milwaukee where he worked,,,Sometimes there was a stop along the way at a little bar on 13 (ha) We both were long time Packer friends and up to now would watch them play at our respective homes and chat on the phone unfortunately he missed the last one. My sincere sympathy to all Eds family and friends and Sue my home and heart is open to whatever i can do to help I know it will not be easy. God Bless you all.
I will always remember my Uncle Eddy with a smile. He was a great man and a influence in my life. He will be missed
So very sorry for your loss I have so many good memories of Ed and the experiences that we share throughout the years. Prayers for you and your family.
Sue, rushing my Prayers and Blessings your way, may you find comfort in all the fond memories you and Ed shared! God Bless you Sue and your entire Family!
Penny, Patti, Sue & Families,
Sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. Wonderful that you had so many years and now wonderful memories.
Aunt June
Sue
I am So sorry for your loss. MAY he RIP.
Be strong and call if u want to talk. JOYCE
Sue, Penny & Patti
Sorry to hear the loss of your husband & Dad
Wonderful that you had so many years & now wonderful memories
Sister & Auntt
Rosemarie
Sue and Family: Thinking of you all during this very difficult time. Sue: Keep those special memories alive in your heart of your long life together and all the wonderful memories you made along the way. Sending Our Love, John & Vicki
Thinking of you
So sorry for your loss
Gods peace to you and your family
Sue, Sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. My sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. You two had a long good life together and made many memories. Keep those memories close in your heart.
So sorry for your great loss, Stay strong many blessings and good vibes.
Dearest Sue and Family
Condolences and prayers to you all.
So, so sorry for the loss of Ed. May God bring you and your family some comfort during this difficult and heartbreaking time. Please know that so many others care!!!! Love and Hugs to you and your family. ❤️🙏❤️
So sorry on your loss
Dear Sue and family, my Mom, Bruce and I are so very sad to see the news of Ed’s passing. You took such loving care of him through the years. Mom will always remember your visits bringing a bouquet of his beautiful peonies to her.
Please know you and your family are in our prayers!