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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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Sr. Mary Willems Ssnd

Sr. Mary Willems Ssnd

Jul 4, 2016

Born to Eternal Life July 4, 2016 age 91. Survived by her dear sister Sally Hookey, loving extended family of nieces and nephews, cousins, dear friends and the SSND Community. A Wake Service will be celebrated Friday, July 8 at 10:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at the Holy Family Chapel at Notre Dame of Elm Grove,...

George Steringer

George Steringer

Jul 4, 2016

Steringer, George J. Born to Eternal Life on July 4, 2016 at the age of 87 years. Preceded in death by his wife Dolores and his grandson Timmy Ackmann. Survived by his loving companion Gloria Aguirre, his children Michael Steringer, Kathleen (Roger) Jans and Suzanne (David) Ackmann, his grandchildren Michael Steringer Jr., Jim (Colleen), Jack (Karen), Jenny, Joey (Jolie), Jeff...

Randall Smith

Randall Smith

Jul 4, 2016

Born to Eternal Life July 4, 2016, age 52 years. Dear son of Jilon A. (nee Vogl) Smith and James A. (Joan Welch) Smith. Loving brother of Jason A. (Sara) Smith, Jacqueline R. Smith and Jessica M. Wojczulis. Dear uncle of Lauren, Peyton and Aiden Smith, Jennah, Kennedy and Mia Smith, and Gabby Wojczulis. Also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins,...

Joyce Wood

Joyce Wood

Jul 4, 2016

Joyce Ann Wood, mother, sister, Nana and great-grandmother, was born to eternal life on July 4, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Bill Wood, parents Walter and Ann Zielinski and sister, Janice Grabowski. Joyce was the loving mother of Rick (Margaret) Wood, Pam (Stephen) Schaefer, Mike (Desiree) Wood and Matt (Kim) Wood. Beloved Nana...

Eugene Rubenzer

Eugene Rubenzer

Jun 25, 2016

Born to Eternal Life on June 25, 2016, age 62 years. Described by many, many friends as a talented actor with a big heart, a talented, lovely soul; great sense of humor, invaluable friend, creative and fun person, who carved out a career in the arts in Milwaukee and Los Angeles, who was able to foster creative bonds in a...

Dennis Gettelman

Dennis Gettelman

Jun 24, 2016

Gettelman, Dennis John December 6, 1943. Died June 24, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer. Lovingly remembered by his family and friends. Survived by his loving wife Janice (nee Schulteis), and children Gwen (Scott Mehlos), John Henry (Kathryn), Kristi, Tom, and Jamie (Nick) Kasten. Proud Grandpa of Brett, Lauren, Benjamin, Nathan, and Evan. Further survived his siblings; by Donna...

Michael Zimmer

Michael Zimmer

Jun 22, 2016

God had seen that his faithful child had battled against Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy long enough, so on Wednesday, June 22nd, at the age of 36 years, He called Michael to His side. Beloved son of Allen and Donna. Loving brother of Melissa and Mathew (partner of Ashley). Loving uncle of Matthew Jr., Sophia and Charlotte. Survived by Aunt Janice Lieber...

Robert Budic

Robert Budic

Jun 21, 2016

Robert Budic Passed away Tuesday June 21st at 73 years of age. Loving husband, father, grandfather, brother-in-law and friend. Leaves behind his beloved wife of 30 years Karen Budic. Beloved father to Patrick, Tom (Holly,) Jim (Ria), step-father to Christine (John), Tim, and Brian (Chris). Grandchildren Garrison, Kenshi, Taishi, and Emma Budic; Corinne and Colin Nierzwicki and preceded in death...

George Torphy

George Torphy

Jun 18, 2016

December 21, 1925 to June 18, 2016 George, son of Marie Kirchner and John Torphy, was born in Rockford, Illinois and spent his early life in Beloit Wisconsin. He is survived by his wife Patricia, sons William and Ted, as well as Ted's wife Blanche, his grandsons Brenden and Patrick, brother & sister in law Ronald and Karen Priebe, and...

Robert Broich

Robert Broich

Jun 17, 2016

Broich, Robert "Bob" Bob gave his entire family great joy for 93 years before departing on June 17, 2016, to join Paulette in heaven. Bob led a simple, hard-working life; not boring, but simple. What was important to him was wanting happiness for his family. Many men are strong, but very few have been able to mix the right amount...

Florence Keuler

Florence Keuler

Jun 17, 2016

Of Three Lakes, WI, died peacefully on June 17th 2016, surrounded by family. Florence was born in Milwaukee, WI, on January 15, 1921. One of 5 children, of Walter and Ida Schattschneider (nee Wolffersdorff). Preceded in death by beloved John Valiquet, Clarence Schultz, and Glenroy Keuler, her parents Walter and Ida, her brother Ernst (Schattschneider), and her sister Gladys (Werner)....

Jacqueline Torn

Jacqueline Torn

Jun 14, 2016

Torn, Jacqueline A. (Nee Reichelt) Passed away Tuesday June 14, 2016 at the age of 85. Beloved wife of the late Donald Torn. Loving mother of Michael (Connie), Steven (Susan), Linda (Paul) Witte, Sheila (Kevin) Moll and Dennis. Proud grandma of Jennifer (Michael) Kerr, Stephanie (Evan) and Jonathan Torn; Ashley (Bryan) Schuh, Brittany (Andrew) Savee, Chad (Sara) and Casey Torn;...

Carol Rogers

Carol Rogers

Jun 12, 2016

Rogers, Carol Lynn (nee Zabel) passed away Sunday, June 12, 2016 at the age of 65. Beloved wife of the late Jay Rogers. Loving mother of Lynn, Bob and Tim Rogers. Proud grandmother of Destinee, Devin, Nolan and Zoey. Dear sister of Evelyn Stelter, Eric and Fred Zabel. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation at the...

Mary Andryszcyk

Mary Andryszcyk

Jun 12, 2016

Mary Blanch (Momzie) Andryszcyk age 93 of Withee, WI passed away peacefully at William Childs Hospice House in Palm Bay, FL on Sunday, June 16, 2016. She was born on July 16,1922 to Edward and Isabelle (Schottler) Mertens in Withee, WI. Growing up on the family's dairy farm, she graduated from Withee High School in 1940. She left the farm...

Joseph Woyach

Joseph Woyach

Jun 11, 2016

Joseph R. Woyach Born to Eternal Life June 10, 2016, age 99 years. Predeceased by his loving wife Alma M. Woyach. Dear father of Joseph R. (Linda) Woyach and the late Judith (the late Richard) Sowinski. Loving grandfather of Mark (Jodi) Sowinski, Keith Woyach, Jeffrey (Vicki) Woyach, Timothy McEvoy, Alison McEvoy, and Laurie Sowinski. Loving great-grandfather to Breanna Woyach, Mackenzie...

Geraldine Rahn

Geraldine Rahn

Jun 11, 2016

Rahn, Geraldine S. (nee Uhlig) Born to Eternal Life June 11, 2016 age 79. Loving mother of Kim. Grandmother of Gary (Becky), Brittney, Cheryl, Shelby (Randy), and Tyler, and 7 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband Floyd, parents Melvin and Katherine, and son Kelly. Further survived by 5 siblings, other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be Friday, June...

Kathleen Matthews

Kathleen Matthews

Jun 11, 2016

Matthews, Kathleen J. "Kathy" (Skip) Found eternal peace on June 11, 2016 at the age of 71 years. Loving wife of Tom for 44 years. Mother of Heather (Ron) Williams and Renee Wigen. Preceded in death by her parents John and Irene Daskam and her siblings Jeneane and James Daskam. Further loved by many friends and family. Visitation Thursday, June...

Marlene Gehrig

Marlene Gehrig

Jun 10, 2016

Passed away peacefully June 10, 2016 age 83. Survived by children Jay (Kathy), Tammy (Robin) Reid, Scott, and Kevin (Trisha); grandchildren Shawn (Reyna), Andrew (Lindsey), Kristi (Tony) Verkuilen, Dawn (Aaron) Dobrinska, Joel, Ryan, Kyle Reid, Amanda, Hailey, Sydney, and Ian; and 8 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband Jerome and son Randy. Further survived by other relatives and friends....

Doris Preiss

Doris Preiss

Jun 9, 2016

Doris passed away on June 9th 2016 in Palm Springs California at the age of 92. She is survived by her son Gregrey (Andrea), daughter Margo (Carlos Kimathi), daughter in law Linda Preiss, grandchildren Bryan (Ariana), Brandon (Shannon), Jenna Rodewald, Chad (Sarah) and 8 great granddaughters, Callie, Hannah, Kiersten, Madison, Kayla, Harper, Maya and Emersen. Doris was preceded in death...

Eleanor Contratto

Eleanor Contratto

Jun 5, 2016

(Nee Sadowski) Of Woodcliff Lake, NJ formerly of Spring Hill, FL and Milwaukee. Born to Eternal Life June 5, 2016, age 88 years. Preceded in death by her husband Robert. Dear mother of Robert J. II (Antoinette) of Suwanee, GA, Michael (Kathleen) of Park Ridge, NJ and Thomas (Carol) of Louisville, KY. Loving Nana of Robert III, Chantal, Jameson, Erin,...

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