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Recent Obituaries in Brookfield, Menomonee Falls, Thiensville, WI
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Harry Smith
Jul 9, 2019
Smith, Harry K. Passed away on July 9, 2018 at the age of 92 years. Loving husband of Dorothy ( Nee Fox) for 46 years. Father of Judy (Bob) Johnson, Janice (Paul) MacComber and the late Gary Smith. Step-father of Christine (Steve) Stenz, Edward (Deborah) Taulman and Robert Taulman. Brother of Cedric Smith. Further loved by 12 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren,...
Paul Schramka
Jul 8, 2019
Born to Eternal Life July 8, 2019, age 91 years. He always said "I would have been older, but I was sick a year." Preceded in death by his wife Barbara (nee Malley), grandson Matthew Schramka, and his parents Eugene and Rose (nee Fons) Schramka. Beloved husband of Ruth (nee Ondrejka) Willborn-Schramka. Loving father of Stephen (Cristina), Michael (Joy), MaryAnne...
Ann Lalasz
Jul 8, 2019
Passed peacefully on Mon., July 8, 2019, at the age of 89. Lovingly remembered by her children, Robert (Liz McMillen) Lalasz and Elizabeth Lalasz; her grand-pets, Oscar, Izzy, Zookie, Jasper and Marlene; other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Leonard; siblings, Edward, Regina and three others at a young age. A native Milwaukeean and...
Mary Costa
Jul 7, 2019
(Nee Antonicci) entered the kingdom of heaven on Sun., July 7, 2019 at the age of 79. She was the loving and caring wife of the late Jack Costa. Also preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Rose and several spirited aunts. The precious mother of Jacquelyn (Bob Helbig), Joseph (Candace) and Jennifer (Marc Abendroth) exemplified selfless devotion to...
John Fobair
Jul 7, 2019
Fobair, John L. Found peace on Sunday, July 7, 2019 at the age of 87. He is survived by his loving and faithful wife of 60 years, Elizabeth (NEE Klein) and beloved eight children: John (Annette), Christi (Dave) Jentz, Denise (Jeff) Cashmore, Steven, Jilleen (Steve) Pfarr, Marc (Barta), Neal, and Mary (Kevin) Murack, and his twenty grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren....
James Kaeufl
Jul 6, 2019
Of West Allis passed peacefully on Sat., July 6, 2019 at the age of 75. He is survived by his wife Karen; children Claudette (David) Wildes, Kenneth (Debi Gray) Kaeufl and Christopher Kaeufl; granddaughters, April and Jennifer Wildes. He is further survived by his special friend, Terri Kromray; siblings, Cheryl (David) Farrell, Daryl (Jean) Olson; other relatives and friends. He...
William Loppnow
Jul 4, 2019
William Townley (Bill) Loppnow, 77, of The Villages, Florida lost his valiant 16-year battle with kidney cancer on Thursday, July 4, 2019, with his loving wife, Barbara, by his side. Bill was born on April 17, 1942, in Appleton, Wisconsin, eventually moving to Green Bay where he graduated from Green Bay West High School and established a profound appreciation for...
Betty Harrer
Jul 3, 2019
(nee Will) Of Grafton. Reunited with her daughter Linda Smith on July 3, 2019 at the age of 87 years. Beloved mother of Allen (Karen), Michael (Ellyn), Cheryl (Gary) Weber, Valerie (Gary) Statler, the late Linda (Scott) Smith, Robert (Margaret) and Patricia (James) Kalies. Also survived by 15 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial Service Friday,...
Joan Wojculis
Jul 3, 2019
Wojculis, Joan Of Milwaukee, Found peace July 3, 2019, at the age of 86 years. Beloved sister of the late Marcella Nemitz. Loving Aunt of Robbie and Andrea. Loving Great Aunt of Brian, Shannon and Jodie. Loving Great, Great Aunt of Jason, Jeffrey, Ashley, Justin and Michael....and.... Loving Great, Great, Great Aunt of Jackson and Mia. Joan was spry, had...
Marliese Lasanske
Jul 1, 2019
Marliese Lasanske (nee Winkler), age 79, passed away peacefully on Monday July 1st with her loving family by her side. Marliese was born the daughter of Hildegard and Oskar Winkler on December 27, 1939 in Stuttgart, Germany and moved to the U.S. with her family at the age of 9. They settled in Whitefish Bay where she attended the German...
Peter Ruhland
Jun 30, 2019
Peter "Pete" M. Ruhland July 4, 1952 - June 30, 2019 With profound sorrow, we announce the untimely passing of Peter "Pete" M. Ruhland of Mequon. Pete passed away unexpectedly on June 30, 2019, at the age of 66, just a few days before his 4th of July birthday. Peter was born to John and Lillian Ruhland of Milwaukee, where...
Margaret Bluma
Jun 29, 2019
Passed away June 29, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Robert E. Bluma. Dear mother of David (Krystyna), the late Charles (Dennine), John (Maria), Robert (Carol), Thomas (Charlene), James (Mary), Mary Kay (Richard) Retzlaff, and Janette (Skip) Zimmermann. Also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren, siblings, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday,...
Corrine Hojak
Jun 28, 2019
Born to Eternal Life on Fri., June 28, 2019 at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Edward, loving mother of Bruce (Laurie), Karen Balde and Brian Hojak. Proud grandmother of Matthew, Nathaniel, Rebecca and Zachary. She is further survived by her dear sister Judy Larson, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents...
Beata Melchior
Jun 27, 2019
Born to Eternal Life June 27, 2019, age 66 years. Preceded in death by her parents John G. and Doris S. Melchior, and sister Anne C. Melchior. Dear sister to John B. Melchior and Joan (Mohamed Soumah) Melchior. Special mother to Kou Vang and Rose Pha. Beloved special grandmother to Tristan and Melody Vang. Best friend to Janet (Doug) Gierach....
Roman Szocik
Jun 23, 2019
Szocik, Roman Born October 19, 1926. Died June 23, 2019, Preceded in death by wife Nina (La fata) and siblings, Stella, Annie, Emily, and Johnny. Survived by his step son, Jack (Lois) Wojciechowski, Diane (Jeff) Bolton, Susan (Larry) DuPree, Edwin (Carol) Wojciechowski and family. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 10...
Rita Sinkovec
Jun 21, 2019
(Nee Gilgenbach) Reunited with her loving husband John of 51 years on June 21, 2019, at the age of 98 years. Beloved mom of John (Joan), Jerome, Jeffrey (Sharon), Susan, the late Janet, the late James and the late Joseph. Loving grandmother of Alice (Greg), Kelly, Bryan, Melissa and Samantha. Great-grandmother of Julian, Cale and Willow. Dear sister of Joan...
Barbara Kasper
Jun 19, 2019
Kasper, Barbara Jane (nee Ratcliffe) Passed away peacefully June 19, 2019 surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Larry for almost 65 years. Loving mother of Stephen (Molli), Lori Jelinek, the late Paul, John (Jill), and Elizabeth (John). Proud grandmother of Jaceleen, Alyssa, Sarah, Ryan, Lauren, Jake, Shanna, Kristine, Zach, and Meghan and great-grandmother of Amelia, Ezra, Avery, Crosby, Deklyn,...
James Zielinski
Jun 19, 2019
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his adoring family on June 19, 2019 at the age of 86. Beloved husband of Carol for 64 years. Amazingly devoted father to Bill (Melissa), Christine (Tom), Jeannie (Mike) and David (Deb). Proud and loving grandparent to Alexandra, Nicholas, David and Rachel. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Frances Zielinski. Jim...
Mary Rose Ann Carleton (Leffler)
Jun 18, 2019
Mary Rose Ann Carleton (Leffler) Died at her home June 18, 2019. She was 72. She was born January 2, 1947, daughter of the late Richard and Cecelia Leffler. Beloved wife to Gary W. Carleton. Dear mother to Larry (Deanna) and Sherry. Loving grandmother to 5 grandchildren- Nicholas (Amanda), Chase, Sierra, Sydney, and Savanna, and 2 great-grandchildren- Harper and Teagan....
Ralph Grimm
Jun 17, 2019
Of Mukwonago, passed on Mon., June 17, 2019 at the age of 66. He leaves behind many loved ones and friends. Family will be hosting a "Celebration of Ralph's Life" at Eagle Springs Pub in Mukwonago at noon on Saturday, June 29, 2019, located at W345 S10432 Wambold Rd, Mukwonago.
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