Fr. Erwin Matt
Sep 11, 2025
Born on April 1, 1927, in Milwaukee, WI and died on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at the age of 98. Father began his priestly formation at Marquette University from 1947 – 1949 and St. Francis Major Seminary from 1950 – 1956. Father was ordained to the priesthood by the Most Reverend Albert G. Meyer on May 26, 1956, at the...
Doris Graff
Sep 9, 2025
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Doris Jane Graff (nee Lasee) of Mequon. She passed away peacefully with family by her side on the early morning of September 9, 2025, at the age of 96. She was born in Catawba, Wisconsin on September 18, 1928, the daughter of Sylvester and Elise Lasee. On July, 27 th 1957 she...
Marilyn Balistrieri
Sep 8, 2025
Marilyn L Balistrieri (nee Neuberger), a beacon of love and kindness, passed away on September 8, 2025, surrounded by her cherished family in Mequon, WI. Born on October 18, 1934, in Milwaukee, WI, Marilyn's life was a testament to her unwavering commitment to her faith, her family, and her community. Marilyn's journey began as a student at St. Casimir Elementary...
David Becker
Sep 7, 2025
David passed into Eternal Life on September 7, 2025, peacefully in his sleep. He was born to life on August 28, 1943, to Rayburn and Norma Becker. Along with his parents David was reunited with his sister Lynn and an infant brother named Josiah. Keeping David's memory alive are his beloved wife of 35 years, Theresa "Tere", his children Todd,...
Kevin Schmitt
Sep 5, 2025
Kevin Joseph Schmitt, age 65, of Jackson, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025, with his loving family by his side. Kevin was born on November 12, 1959, in Hartford, Wisconsin, to parents Matthias and Dolores Schmitt. He attended St. Hubert's Catholic School from kindergarten through eighth grade and later graduated from Hartford High School. From a young age,...
Shirley Firtzlaff
Sep 5, 2025
Shirley Firtzlaff (nee Bach) Passed away September 5, 2025 at the age of 99. Loving mother to Sharon (Tim) Prange. Dear grandmother of Lynn-Marie Estrada, Kimberly Westeen, Mindy-Marie (Brent) Schreiner, and Andrew (Sara) Prange. Cherished great-grandmother of Zane, Simone, Laina, Mariska, Landon, Chelsea, and Chloe. Preceded in death by her husband Robert Firtzlaff. Further survived by other relatives and friends....
Felicia Johnson
Sep 4, 2025
Felicia Cassia (Czerwinski) Johnson, 83, of Mequon, WI, entered the fullness of Eternal Life on September 4th, 2025, after a full life of education, compassion, adventure and love. She was known for her unwavering generosity—her home, her fridge, her arms, and her heart were always open to others. Felicia was born in Milwaukee, WI on February 24, 1942, to the...
Carole Burg
Sep 2, 2025
C arole Jean Burg (Rowe) passed away on September 2nd, 2025 at the age of 91. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 61 years Harvey, parents, Eugene R. Rowe and Bernice G. (Westphal), Stepfather Neil Shannon, Stepsiblings Karen (Greer), Kathy (Powell), Neil Shannon, and Mary (McGree) in Australia alias Shannon Mary. Loving mother of Daniel (Anne) and Douglas....
Shawn Rock
Sep 1, 2025
Passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 59, September 1, 2025. Shawn is survived by his parents John & Jean (nee Schneider) Rock III, his siblings John Rock IV, Kim (Jeff) Gross, and the late Brent Rock. He is further survived by his nieces and nephew, Nicole (Jake) Tritz, Kailyn Onasch, John Rock V and Sidney Rock. Shawn also...
Luanne Schipper
Aug 31, 2025
Luanne "Luie" F. Schipper Luanne Schipper (nee Brophy) of Brookfield WI was born to Eternal Life on August 31st, 2025 a month before her 94th birthday. Luanne was preceded in death by her husband Jerome Schipper, her mother and father John and Mary Brophy as well as her 2 sisters Eileen Loftus (Leonard) and Marie Retzer (Ken). She is survived...
Josephine Guse
Aug 30, 2025
Josephine Hallie Guse (Gooch), of West Allis, WI, entered eternal life on August 30, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on March 31, 1939, Jo lived a life defined by love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family and community. Beloved mother of Patrick (Sheryl) Guse of Brookfield, David Groves of Virginia, and Todd Groves of West Allis. Cherished...
Frederick Shortts
Aug 27, 2025
After a long battle with several cancers, Frederick T. Shortts of Slinger, WI (age 76) passed away on August 27, 2025. Fred was born February 21, 1949 in Newburgh, Ontario and grew up in Napanee, where he attended NDSS. He was a Registered P.Eng. in Ontario, graduating from University of Waterloo, and employed in the industrial ventilation industry. He had...
Phyllis Waters
Aug 26, 2025
Phyllis Waters passed away peacefully in her home in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, on August 26, 2025. Just weeks earlier, she joyfully celebrated her 101 st birthday with visits from many friends and family. Phyllis was born on August 13, 1924, in Baraboo, Wisconsin, to James and Esther Morley. She was the third of four daughters, Betty, Mary, and Loyce, and...
Jeffrey Arends
Aug 24, 2025
Born to Eternal Life on August 24, 2025 at the age of 72. Welcoming him home are his parents John J. and Lucille M. and brother John T. His memory will be kept alive by his brothers Scott, Monte (Linda) and William (Susan), sister in law Cheryl, as well as nephews, nieces and many friends. Jeff faithfully served his country...
Viola Schmitt
Aug 23, 2025
Reunited with her beloved Husband Leander Schmitt in Heaven on August 23, 2025 at the age of 97. Daughter of the late Andrew and the late Margaret Schickert. Dear mother of Don (Marie), David (Chris), Tony (Joan), Gerald, Ron and Darryl (Susan) Schmitt. Loving grandmother of Noelle (Andrew), Matthew, Jared (Kari), Taylor (Reese), Logan (Ben), Austin (Emily), Madison and Nathan....
Paula Burks
Aug 17, 2025
Paula Ann Burks (née Bowens), age 64, passed away on August 17, 2025, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Born on July 18, 1961, in the same city she called home throughout her life, Paula left a lasting impression on all who knew her through her creativity, dedication, and vibrant spirit. Paula served her community with distinction throughout her professional life. She worked...
Hellen Myricks
Aug 15, 2025
Hellen Ruth Myricks, 83, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on May 27, 1942, in Carthage, Mississippi, Hellen was the daughter of Robert and Velma Myricks. She attended Conway High School in Mississippi and graduated with the class of 1960. Shortly after, she relocated to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where she met and...
Darlene Eisen
Aug 14, 2025
Darlene Joan Eisen, devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Born to Eternal Life on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at age 93. She is survived by a brother Gaylord (Tammy) Kelley, children, Karen (Noel) Toussaint, Brian (Audrey) Smith, Gary (Scarlett) Smith, Kelley (Jay) Dick, Constance Clayton, step children, John Eisen, Jr, Carol (Dave) Allen, Donna (Dennis) Lipofski, Joseph (Mary) Eisen, 13...
Sr. Virginia Reichard Ssnd
Aug 13, 2025
Born to Eternal Life on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Isabelle Reichard and one sister, Susan (Geibl). Survived by her loving School Sisters of Notre Dame Community, plus two sisters: Mary Helen Falkenberg and Laura Seidler, four children: Wayne Schaefer, Kathy Elsesser, Laura Abt and Beth Sager, 7 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. A...
Sr. Josephe Flynn Ssnd
Aug 7, 2025
Born to Eternal Life on Thursday August 7, 2025 at age 84. She survived by her sister Ruth (Ken)Vonderberg, nieces, nephews, and the SSND community. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Mary, and her sister, Eileen Mosconi. A Wake Service will be celebrated Tuesday August 19 at 12:30 pm followed by a Mass of Christian Burial...
