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Recent Obituaries in Brookfield, Menomonee Falls, Thiensville, WI

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Brookfield, Menomonee Falls, Thiensville, WI area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Mary T. Valente

Mary T. Valente

Jan 17, 2026

(nee Van Haag) Of Menomonee Falls. Born to Eternal Life on January 17, 2026. Born to Life on June 11, 1963, to Robert and Rosemary (nee Buraczewski) Van Haag. Dear mother of Danielle (Jovany) Valente. Loving stepmother of Christopher (Olivia) Valente and Justin Valente. Beloved sister of Jennifer (Touché) Tomaw. Dearest aunt of Sherry, Zachary, Michael, Alissa and Alexis. Also...

Rosemary McCulloch

Rosemary McCulloch

Jan 8, 2026

(nee Fischer) Passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, at the age of 97 years. She was born in Mayville, WI. She spent most of her life in Milwaukee, where she nurtured and raised her family. Rosemary will be dearly missed by family and friends for the caring and love she brought them. Preceded in-death by family members and loving...

Beverly Joan "Bev" Kingery

Beverly Joan "Bev" Kingery

Dec 10, 2025

Beverly Joan “Bev” (Baumer) Kingery passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in Fox Point, Wisconsin, at the age of 86. She was preceded in death by her parents Vern and Zenith (Jackson) Baumer, her loving husband Ronald “Ron” Kingery, her younger sister Nancy (Baumer) Kingery and her brother-in-law Bob Kingery. She was the loving mother to Michele (Kingery)...

David Hugo Lehman, Architect, AIA

David Hugo Lehman, Architect, AIA

Dec 9, 2025

David Hugo Lehman, Architect, AIA. This was the title on his business card and how he loved to be introduced. Born February 8, 1931 in Ft. Atkinson, Wisconsin, David died peacefully surrounded by family on December 9, 2025 in Springfield, Virginia. He lived a long life filled with a large and ever-growing family.

Preceded in death by his wife of over...

Sharon L. Fliss

Sharon L. Fliss

Jan 20, 2026

Sharon L. Fliss September 8, 1944 - January 20, 2026 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Sharon, who departed this world peacefully on Tuesday, January 20th, 2026, at the age of 81. Sharon, a cherished wife, mother, and friend, leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and warmth that will continue to inspire all who knew her. Born...

Ann M. "Beeka" Hansen

Ann M. "Beeka" Hansen

Jan 14, 2026

Ann "Beeka" Hansen (nee Schliesleder) beloved wife of Gary Hansen, passed away peacefully at the age of 81, on January 14th, 2026, surrounded by many who loved her dearly.

Born March 29th, 1944

Ann was the loving mother of Linda Paikowski (Tom) and David Webster. She was a devoted grandmother to Benjamin, Andrew (Lindsey), Cassidy (Tunisha), Austin (Maria), Kyle, and Morgan, and...

Shirley Ann Nygaard

Shirley Ann Nygaard

Jan 13, 2026

Shirley Ann Nygaard (nee LeMay) passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026 at the age of 90, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and deep devotion to family and friends. She was the beloved wife of the late Lyman “Toby” Nygaard, with whom she shared 62 years of marriage filled with laughter, music, adventure, and unwavering partnership. Shirley was...

Donald Kupferschmidt

Donald Kupferschmidt

Jan 9, 2026

Donald Dean Kupferschmidt was born to eternal life on Friday, January 9, 2026 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of 50 years to Mary (nee Thush). Dear father of David and grandfather to Isabella May. Brother to Cindy Hinich. Don was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Emma (nee Graf) and son Scott. Don worked in information...

Glenn Edward Bultman

Glenn Edward Bultman

Jan 4, 2026

Glenn E. Bultman 85, passed away peacefully in his sleep in Milwaukee on January 4, 2026. Glenn will be deeply missed by the love of his life and wife of 59 ½ years, Kathleen K. (Ketelsen) Bultman; daughter and son-in-law Elizabeth (Beth) and Scott Sailor; son and daughter-in-law Robert (Rob) and Jennifer Bultman; grandsons Spencer (Mary Jane) and Mitchell (Giana)...

Michael Edward Patterson

Michael Edward Patterson

Jan 4, 2026

Michael Edward Patterson known as “Senior” to many, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026 at the young age of 71. Born on October 12, 1954, at the U.S. Naval Hospital in Great Lakes, IL to Doris and Wayne Patterson and then grew up in Milwaukee, WI. He was a graduate of South Division High School, class of 1972. Mike was...

Shirleyann I. Klemm

Shirleyann I. Klemm

Jan 4, 2026

On January 4, 2026, Shirleyann Irene (Krause) Klemm, age 89, of Menomonee Falls, peacefully entered eternal life, surrounded by her loving family and receiving compassionate care from Dimensions Living in Oconomowoc and Agrace Hospice.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 11:45 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 13445 Hampton...

Ruth M. Laughlin

Ruth M. Laughlin

Jan 2, 2026

Ruth Laughlin (née Dybul)

May 11, 1937 – January 2, 2026

Ruth Laughlin, loving mother, grandmother, and devoted homemaker, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, at the age of 88.

Born on May 11, 1937, Ruth lived a life centered on her family and home. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard “Dick” Laughlin, who passed away on July...

Kathleen M. Neidert

Kathleen M. Neidert

Dec 30, 2025

Kathleen M. Neidert, age 81, of Sheboygan, WI, passed away on December 30th, 2025. She was born on May 16th, 1944, to Ralph and Emily (née Platek) Drapp and grew up in Milwaukee, WI, where she developed the kindness, resilience, and gentle spirit that would define her life.

Kathleen was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, known for her...

Lori A Dieringer

Lori A Dieringer

Dec 28, 2025

Lori Ann Dieringer (McLees), age 63, of Germantown, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at her home on December 28, 2025. After a three-year journey following a stage IV cancer diagnosis, Lori entered into true freedom and rest, surrounded by love. Born in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Lori was the cherished daughter of John and the late Grace McLees. She graduated from Menomonee...

John Joseph Kuczynski

John Joseph Kuczynski

Dec 28, 2025

Passed away December 28, 2025 at the age of 78. Loving son of the late Edwin Sr. and Dolores (nee Fons) Kuczynski. Dear brother of Mary Flahive, the late Susan Lipsky, the late Edwin Jr., the late Sr. M. Catherine O.C.D., William, Anthony, the late Kenneth, and Anne Sawyer. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Mass of Christian...

Marian Cecelia Fassbender

Marian Cecelia Fassbender

Dec 27, 2025

Marian Cecelia Fassbender

(nee Goetz) Born to Eternal Life December 27, 2025 at the age of 92. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Alban. Loving mother of Terrance, Steven, Theresa, Susan, Sandra, John, Mary, James, Michael, Patrick, Paul, Alban, Anita, Andrew and Gerard. Loving grandma and great grandma.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, January 2, 2026, at 12:00...

George J Fetzer

George J Fetzer

Dec 22, 2025

George John Fetzer, 87, passed away peacefully in his sleep with family by his side on December 22, 2025. He was born on March 2, 1938, to George and Stella Fetzer and grew up in Milwaukee. He grew up there alongside his four siblings (Marion, Rose, David and Sharon). He met his wife Bernice Salevski and they were married on...

James Jermaine Trinastic

James Jermaine Trinastic

Dec 20, 2025

It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James J. Trinastic, a beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, and devoted community member, who peacefully departed this life on December 20th, 2025. He was 89 years old and a long-time resident of Milwaukee and Germantown, Wisconsin. James will be deeply missed by all who had the...

James Edward Freytag

James Edward Freytag

Dec 19, 2025



James E. “Pete” Freytag, age 89, passed away on December 19, 2025, in Palm Coast, Florida. Born February 13, 1936, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, Pete lived a life shaped by curiosity, service, generosity, and a deep devotion to family and community.Pete grew up in Williams Bay and Lake Geneva area of Wisconsin, where his lifelong love of sailing began. As a...

Richard Alan Ensslin

Richard Alan Ensslin

Dec 19, 2025

Richard “Rick” Alan Ensslin The Lord called Rick home on December 19, 2025. Born on August 23, 1948 to Walter and June (Wendorf) Ensslin, Rick was preceded in death by his parents. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 55 years, Kathy (Kolasinski) Ensslin, and his three children: Jeffrey and Amy (Meyer) Ensslin, Jill (Ensslin) and Jeff Bailey, and Julie...

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