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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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Jeffrey Fischer

Jeffrey Fischer

Dec 30, 2024

Jeffrey D. Fischer, born October 23, 1956, to Richard and Eleanor Fischer, passed away suddenly on Monday, December 30, 2024 at the age of 68. A lifelong resident of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Jeffrey attended Pleasant View School for special education. He was a kind, thoughtful, and creative soul. Who found joy in trains, classical music, bowling and creating art in his...

Allan Malone

Allan Malone

Dec 27, 2024

Allan F. Malone Was born June 18, 1950 in Milwaukee and died peacefully on December 27th, 2024. Allan moved to Appleton in the early 1970s where he lived with his wife Gale (who passed in October after celebrating 50 years of marriage on May 18th, 2024) and two daughters, Camille Malone and Maureen (Tyler) Menting. He was an avid DIY...

Barbara Pfleger

Barbara Pfleger

Dec 27, 2024

Barbara Jean Pfleger, 83, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2024, at  Hospice Alliance in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, after a year-long battle with lung cancer. Born on April 25, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, to Anne and C.J. Quarders, Barbara resided in Somers, Wisconsin, where she lived a life filled with love, humor, and kindness. She is survived by...

Hortense Wagner

Hortense Wagner

Dec 25, 2024

Hortense Wagner (nee Pytlik), aged 93, passed away peacefully on Christmas morning, December 25, 2024 in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin after a fight with cancer. Hortie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her 4 sisters.  She is survived by her children Don (June) Wagner, Marsha (George) Toshner, Mike (Tiff) Wagner, and Rich Wagner; her 14 grandchildren -...

Janet Holzem

Janet Holzem

Dec 25, 2024

Holzem, Janet G. (nee Nennig) Born to Eternal Life December 25, 2024 at the age of 90 years. Beloved wife of 52 years to the late Raymond H. Loving mother of Judith (George) Metzger, Christopher (Christine) Holzem, Michael Holzem, Carl (Kim) Holzem and Therese (Josh) Beck. Proud Grandmother of Karl and Katie Metzger, Jason and Jeffrey Holzem, Lily, Delaney and...

Jacquelyn Jones

Jacquelyn Jones

Dec 25, 2024

Jacquelyn Morse Jones, 86, of Milwaukee, WI was born on November 16, 1938, in Baldwin, LA, to Leonia Mercedes (Bruno) Morse and Howard Taft Morse, Sr. Jackie accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age. As a teenager, she became a secretary at a Methodist church, where she managed their office and supported staff and pastors administratively....

Terrance Favre

Terrance Favre

Dec 22, 2024

Of Greenfield.  Born to Eternal Life December 22, 2024, age 79 years.  Beloved husband of Joyce (nee Studener).  Dear brother of Jacqueline (James) Burkhardt.  Loving uncle of Heidi (Jason) Seymour and Michael (Hermelinda) Burkhardt.  Loving great-uncle of Sophia, Greta, Jonah, Evan, Caleb and Noah.  Also survived by other relatives, friends and his beloved caregiver Veronica Serna.  Preceded in death by...

William Gaffney

William Gaffney

Dec 21, 2024

William John Gaffney passed away on Saturday Dec 21, 2024 at his home with his loving wife at his side. Bill was born at his Milwaukee home on May 25, 1935 to the late Vernon T and Marian M Gaffney. He is  preceded in death by his siblings Norman Gaffney, John (Jack) Gaffney and Shirley Miller. He is survived...

Jean Vicenzi

Jean Vicenzi

Dec 18, 2024

Our mom, Jean Louise Vicenzi, passed away peacefully at home in the early morning of Wednesday, December 18, just 5 days after her 92nd birthday.  She was a loving and devoted wife to our dad, Elio, for 70 years and a wonderful mom to all 7 of us for as many years as we have each been alive: Pat (Jon...

John Brodie

John Brodie

Dec 17, 2024

John Alexander Brodie, son of Homer (Ping) Brodie and Lorena Forcier, died at home surrounded by family on December 17 th . He lived for God and his country. He is survived by one brother, Dan, his children, Jeff, Tami Tess, Mike, and John (Boo), seven grandchildren, and eleven great grandchildren. He also has a brother in arms from the...

Shannon Miller

Shannon Miller

Dec 17, 2024

Sharon "Shannon" Miller September 25, 1951 – December 17, 2024 Sharon Miller, lovingly known as Shannon, passed away on December 17, 2024, at the age of 73. Born on September 25, 1951, in New York City, she was raised in Park Slope, Brooklyn. Shannon moved to San Francisco in the 1980s, where she built a community...

Garth Jensen

Garth Jensen

Dec 17, 2024

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James Opat

James Opat

Dec 16, 2024

Jim passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on December 16, 2024. James was born on March 24 th , 1951 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Mary and Edward Opat. Beloved husband to the late Sandra Ann Opat. Jim is survived by his sons Michael and James along with his grandchildren Jimmy, Evelyn and Michael. A loyal fan of the Green...

William Klebenow

William Klebenow

Dec 11, 2024

William "Bill" Klebenow Passed away December 11, 2024 at the age of 78. Survived by his siblings Carol (Rexford) White, Don Klebenow, and Alan (Dianne) Klebenow, niece Emily Meyer, nephew Matthew Klebenow, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents Ruth and Edgar Klebenow. Bill's love for cars and youth sports created an incredible number of friendships over...

Cecilia Thomas

Cecilia Thomas

Dec 11, 2024

(nee Chambers) Born to Eternal Life on December 11, 2024, at Clemson Downs in Clemson, SC. Born in Menomonee Falls on April 13, 1933, to Fred and Mary Chambers. She attended St. Mary's Catholic Grade School and Menomonee Falls High School and graduated in June of 1951. She married Arthur Wendt on October 20, 1956. He passed away on February...

Phyllis Waggoner

Phyllis Waggoner

Dec 8, 2024

Phyllis Fay Waggoner (nee Dorsey) passed away peacefully on December 8, 2024, at age 91. Dear Mother of Paula Haberlein (Dennis) and Mark Waggoner (Laurie Kennedy). Loving grandmother to Joseph, Ryan, Steve (Shari), and Gina. Great grandmother of Parker, Brinn, Mason, Taylor, and Hazel. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bernard Waggoner; Mother, Opal Dorsey; Father, Fred Dorsey; and...

Barbara Barry

Barbara Barry

Dec 8, 2024

Please join us to celebrate the life of Barbara Jean Barry on April 26th at Schramka Funeral Home in Thiensville, WI from 1-4:00pm. Barb's life touched so many of us, and everyone from her circle of friends and family is welcome to attend and share memories. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Cancer Society. Barbara...

Barbara Skoropat

Barbara Skoropat

Dec 8, 2024

Barbara Skoropat, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on November 2, 1938, Barbara's life was a testament to the power of kindness and devotion. A loving mother and grandmother, Barbara is survived by her only son, Mike Skoropat, and his wife, Michelle, along with her cherished grandchildren,...

Donald Praeger Jr.

Donald Praeger Jr.

Dec 7, 2024

Donald Fredrick Praeger Jr. passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Donald was born on October 24, 1958 in Milwaukee, WI. He graduated from Milwaukee Lutheran High School in 1976.  He began working in the excavating business with his father and brother until he retired in 2017 and moved to Lafayette, Indiana.  He loved meeting and working with many...

Lynn M. Ryan

Lynn M. Ryan

Dec 6, 2024

Lynn M. Ryan (nee Manhardt) Passed away on December 6, 2024 at the age of 71.  Cherished mother of Robert (Heather) Ryan, Nicole Ryan, and Wendy (Jason) Hildreth.  Proud grandmother of Alexis (Natalija) Walker, Kayla Harrison, and Elaina Ryan and step-grandmother of Willow and Leo.  Treasured sister in-law, aunt, cousin, and friend to many.  Preceded in death by her parents,...

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