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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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Ernest Pate
Jul 15, 2016
Of Michigamme, MI, formerly of Richfield, WI. Born to Eternal Life suddenly on July 15, 2016, age 70 years. Beloved husband of Janet (nee La Crosse), the love of her life. Dear father of Jeffrey Pate and Jennifer (Brad) Bailey. Dear step-father of James Mac Fall, Jeanne Roberson and Joanna Mac Fall. Loving grandfather of Maggie, Sara, Nate, and Josh...
John Schaefgen
Jul 14, 2016
Schaefgen, John H. passed away Thursday, July 14, 2016 at the age of 84 years. Beloved husband of the late Kathryn. Loving father of Katherine (Michael) Ruck, Michael Schaefgen, Jay (Marnie) Schaefgen, Eric (Laurie) Schaefgen, Susie Schaefgen and Marc Schaefgen. Dear brother of the late William Schaefgen. Further survived by 11 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, nieces,...
Eugene Blastic
Jul 13, 2016
Passed away peacefully on July 13, 2016, age 81. Beloved husband of Patricia. Dear father of Terri (Jim) Binder, Rick and Dan. Loving grandfather of Stephanie (Chuck Martin) Binder, Melissa (Dave) McMahon, and Joe (Kelli) and Brittany Blastic. Papa of Lukas, Landon and Linkin. Fond brother of the late Ruth (the late Gerald) Marks. Special family friend Coleen Blastic. Also...
Jerome Morse
Jul 12, 2016
Born to Eternal Life July 12, 2016 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Marge (nee Novotny) of 62 years. Loving father of Patrick, Michael (Beth Foy), Kathleen (Steven) Hall and Will Morse. Proud grandfather of Tim, Maggie, Natalie, Drew and Mark. Further survived by his cousin Betty Vogt, Brother-in-law of Dan Verfurth, Bob Voelz and Tom (Julie) Novotny,...
James Fitch
Jul 11, 2016
James Stuart Fitch, Ph.D. of Glendale, WI went home to be with his Lord, Jesus Christ on July 11, 2016 at the age of 79 years. He was born March 20, 1937 to James P. and Louise L. Fitch. He married Christine Marie Gallagher on June 15, 1985. Jim was fond of water aerobics at the Wisconsin Athletic Club as...
George Moulton
Jul 11, 2016
Moulton, George F. Passed away peacefully July 11, 2016 at age 68 surrounded by his family. Survived by his beloved wife Cynthia of almost 40 years, best buddy Evan, brothers Robert (Marsha) and William (Kelle), father-in-law Armando Brazzoni, and brother-in-law Reynaldo (Renae) Brazzoni. Preceded in death by his parents Robert and Marjorie and infant brother Mark. Further survived by nieces,...
Violet Wittig
Jul 11, 2016
Wittig, Violet Passed away peacefully July 11, 2016. Beloved mother of Cheryl Mader. Proud grandmother of Andrea (Andrew Zahurance) Mader and Chris (Heather) Mader, and great-grandmother of Alli Mader and Evonne Mader. Loving sister of Irene Brabender and Ronald Brabender. Preceded in death by her husband Edwin and son Gerald. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral...
Laurie Nash
Jul 8, 2016
Passed away peacefully July 8, 2016 age 62. Daughter of the late Jack and the late Leona Nash. Survived by her four big brothers Allan, Roger (Judy), John (Char), and Jerry (Barb). Further survived by nieces and nephews. Memorial visitation will be held Wednesday, July 13 from 6 PM to 8 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers,...
Donald Bergmann
Jul 5, 2016
Bergmann, Donald H. passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Lois. Loving father of Michelle, Marcelle (deceased) and Michael (Kris). Dear brother of Carol. Further survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial Gathering Saturday, July 16 at the funeral home from 1 to 4pm with a Memorial Service at 4pm....
Lorraine Davis
Jul 5, 2016
Davis, Lorraine E. (Nee Joers) July 5, 2016, age 91 years. Preceded in death by her husband Carroll Davis, her son Capt. Gary A. Davis USAF, her sister Ellie Muller and her great-grandson James Davis. Survived by her longtime companion William Bowman, her grandchildren Kylie (Matthew) Webb, Matthew (Kim) Davis, Gregory (Megan) Davis, great-grandchildren Kasandra, Alyson and Lianna Webb, Matthew...
Norma Monfre
Jul 5, 2016
(nee Braun) Born to Eternal Life July 5, 2016, age 81 years. Beloved wife of Frank R. Monfre for 63 years. Preceded in death by her mother Gladys Bauer. Loving mother of Mark S. (Lynn), Robert R. (Kelley) and Tracy L. (John) Wischnefski. Special grandmother of Anthony (Angela), Laura (Timothy), Theresa (Joseph), Tyler and Kyle. Great-grandmother of Kelsey, Cal, Logan,...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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