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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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George Schlageter
Jul 6, 2018
Passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 6, 2018 at the age of 88 years old. George was born on July 12, 1929 to the late George Sr. and late Ida Schlageter. Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 45 years Dorothy Schlageter (nee Vorpahl). Also preceded in death by cousins Ruth Penning (nee Schultrich) and Esther Damkoehler...
Rev. Carey Lahrs Sds
Jul 5, 2018
LAHRS, Fr. Carey SDS - Died July 5, 2018 at the age of 73. He was a resident of Alexian Village. Born November 27, 1944, in Watertown, NY, to Edward and Marjorie (Carey) Lahrs. Joined the Society of the Divine Savior (Salvatorians) on September 8, 1963. Ordained a priest on September 1, 1972. Taught at Francis Jordan High School in...
Edward Andryauskas
Jul 4, 2018
Found peace on July 4, 2018 at age 87. He was born in Chicago September 6, 1930 to Joseph and Sophie (Yasuilis) Andryauskas, the youngest of three children. He served in the Air National Guard of Illinois and the Reserve of the US Air Force for 3 years as a staff sergeant medical service specialist. Husband of 50 years to...
Gilbert Schmitt
Jul 1, 2018
Schmitt, Gilbert F. Born into Eternal Life on July 1, 2018 at the age of 91. Loving husband of Rose Mary (Kolb) of 69 years. Loving father of Sue (Jim) Schnorenberg, Dennis (Cindy), Patricia (Manny) Tamayo, Richard (Lauri), Ralph (Darcy), Fred (Rosemary), Phillip (Lisa), Carolyn (Robert) Connolly, Jennifer (Gary) Feiner. Proud grandfather of 24 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Preceded in...
Theresa Allen
Jul 1, 2018
Allen, Theresa D. (nee Doherty) passed away July 1, 2018 at the age of 72 years. Beloved wife of John. Loving mother of Shannon (Jeff) Gryzwa, Sloan (Laura), and Linda Falk. Sister of Moria and Peggy. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. No services are being held at this time.
Susan Buth
Jul 1, 2018
Buth, Susan L. Born into Eternal Life on July 1, 2018 at the age of 79. Beloved wife of William Buth of 59 years. Loving mother of Debbie (Chris), Kathy (Doug), Betsy and Isobel. Proud grandmother of Megan, Haley, Alex, Amanda, Nick, Aubrey, William, Lexie, James, Morgan, Sophia. Proud great-grandmother of Kemper, Jase, Holden, Beckett. Dear sister of Mary Strenn....
Anthony Leonardelli
Jun 25, 2018
Anthony John Leonardelli, beloved son of Terry and Patty Leonardelli, loving brother of Lindsay and Meghan, was born August 29th, 1995 and unexpectedly entered eternal life June 25th, 2018. He is further survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends. A recent graduate of UWM, avid sports enthusiast, and beloved family chef, Anthony will be forever loved and...
Sandra Buchmann
Jun 24, 2018
Buchmann, Sandra E. "Sandy" (Nee Wittliff) Found eternal peace June 24, 2018 at the age of 63 years. Preceded in death by her father Theodore J. Wittliff and her mother Marian F. Wittliff (Nee Forrer), her brother Theodore "Andy" Wittliff, her son Stephen "Stu" Bella and her aunt Doris Bachinski. She is survived by her husband Norman J. Buchmann, Sr.,...
Bernice Spieth
Jun 23, 2018
Spieth, Bernice (Klawitter) Passed away on Saturday June 23, 2018 at the age of 84. Beloved wife of Henry. Loving mother of Dave (Lauren) Spieth and Debbie Cefalu. Loving grandmother of Jason Spieth, Jamie Cefalu (Brooke) and Jesse (Chrissy) Cefalu. Proud great grandmother of Jacoby and Hanah. Dear sister of Kenneth Klawitter. Dear sister-in-law of Sue Klawitter. Further survived by...
Mary Lou Ebbert
Jun 22, 2018
Mary Lou "Lou" Ebbert (nee Mintle), Died Friday, June 22, 2018, peacefully at age 90 in her home in Mequon, Wi. Preceded in death by father, Frank A. Mintle, mother, Florence Mintle (nee Krogman). Survived by brother, Frank and (Faye) Mintle and sister, Lucille Neisen. Beloved wife for 67 years to Charles Walter Ebbert and loving mother of 3 children,...
Eugene Perlewitz
Jun 19, 2018
Born to Eternal Life June 19, 2018, at the age of 90 years. Loving husband of the late Connie (nee Bertini). Loving dad of Lois (Tony) Wirkus, Richard, Janet (Jeff) Ledbetter, Linda (Julian) Rice and Robert (Robin). Grandfather of Katherine, Kristin, Stephen, Lisa, Greg, David, Spencer and Trevor. Great-grandfather of Kathryn, Madelyn and Gabrielle. Brother of Sr. Miriam Francis "Lois"...
Jean Porsow
Jun 17, 2018
Jean B. Porsow (nee Strelow), was reunited with her husband Roy A. Porsow (d.) on Sunday, June 17th, 2018 at the age of 92. She is survived by her loving brother, Roger Strelow, and sister-in-law Doris Porsow of California. Preceded in death by her brothers Raymond and Robert Strelow. Proud aunt of Susan (nee Strelow) and Gary Boettcher and family....
Addison Wakeford
Jun 15, 2018
Addison A. (Bud) Wakeford, Jr passed away on June 15, 2018 at the age of 89. Bud was born in Chicago, IL on September 11, 1928 to the late Addison and Martha Wakeford. Bud grew up in Whitefish Bay, WI and graduated from Whitefish Bay High School in 1946. He enlisted in the US Army and was stationed in post-war...
Sandra Larsen
Jun 15, 2018
(nee Rush) Born to Life on April 17, 1942 in Ashland, KY - Born to Eternal Life on June 15, 2018 in Hales Corners, WI. Beloved wife of the late Bernie Larsen. Beloved mother of Sheri Bolek. Dear sister of Pam Worley, Terry (Weise) Rush, Steve (David) Rush, Jay (Sheri) Knuckles, Kenny (Pam) Knuckles, Kirby Knuckles and Rick (Peg) Knuckles....
Jeraldine Marchant
Jun 14, 2018
Jeraldine Marchant of New Berlin, 100, passed away peacefully in her sleep late at night on Wednesday June 13, 2018. Over her full century of life Jeraldine (Jerry) pursued several successful careers—as a teacher, a labor organizer and union administrator, a realtor, and a political activist. She was a woman of remarkable resilience, determination and adaptability. Born in Chicago in...
Patrick Andresek
Jun 11, 2018
On Sunday, June 10, 2018, Patrick Thomas Andresek, age 49, of Sussex, WI, passed away peacefully in his home. Beloved son to Mary M. Andresek and the late August E. Andresek Jr., brother to Christopher, Jennifer Hirth, Peter (Carrie), TImothy (Cheri) and Robert. Uncle to nieces Megan and Abigail. Pat will also be fondly remembered by many other family members...
David Wojcik
Jun 10, 2018
David J. "Davey Na" Wojcik. Of West Allis. Born to Life on January 28, 1953 to Richard and Gladys Wojcik. Born to Eternal Life on June 10, 2018. Dear father of Eric and Melissa (fiance Michael Kleinschmidt) Wojcik. Loving grandfather of Brylee and Callie. Fond brother of Lynn (Roger) Schmitz, Alan Wojcik and Barbara Beecher. Dear friend of Robert, Yvonne...
Manfred Meyer
Jun 8, 2018
Passed away June 8, 2018. Survived by his children Mathias (Jenny) Meyer and Melissa (Mike) Wirth and brother Bruno (Petra) Meyer. Preceded in death by his parents August and Annaliese Meyer. Further survived by his friends and neighbors. Private memorial has been held. Donations to the American Heart Association would be appreciated.
Walter Jahn
Jun 7, 2018
Of Mequon/Thiensville, was born to eternal life June 7, 2018 at the age of 80. Sam was the beloved husband of Marlene. Loving and devoted father to his four children, Kathy (Jon), Diane (Kevin), Mike (Bridge) and Sharon (Michael). Sam was the proud grandpa to Dani, Brandon, Niki, Gabi, Aaron, Garrett, Collin, Cody, Brionna, Bella, Cooper, Colton and 5 great-grandchildren....
Gary Gromacki
Jun 7, 2018
Born to Life December 20, 1945. Born to Eternal Life June 7, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Gladys (nee Schorr). Dear brother of Greg Gromacki and Gail Honkonen. Preceded in death by his parents Edward and Eleanor Gromacki, and brothers Glen and Gene Gromacki. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends and his dog Jasper. Gary was an...
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