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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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Bette Ross

Bette Ross

May 3, 2015

Bette J. Ross (nee Dittrich) Born on July 12, 1923 and was Born to Eternal Life on May 3, 2015 at the age of 91. Bette was a long time resident of Cedarburg and Boynton Beach, Florida. She was the beloved wife of the late W. J. Ross for 48 years. Bette was the dearest and loving mother of Lana...

Sr. Lucy Rubenzer Ssnd

Sr. Lucy Rubenzer Ssnd

May 2, 2015

Rubenzer, Sr. Lucy Marie, SSND Born to Eternal Life May 2, 2015 age 94. Survived by her sisters, Beatrice Poirier, Jeannette Schilling, Betty Lou Bennesch, Marie Clark, Mable LeGesse, nieces, nephews, other relatives, dear friends and the SSND Community. A Wake Service will be celebrated Wednesday, May 6 at 10:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at The...

Donald Peterson

Donald Peterson

May 2, 2015

Peterson, Donald A. Born to Eternal Life on May 2, 2015 at the age of 80 years. Dear father of Debra (David) Lowman, Karen (Kenneth) Wicinski and James Peterson. Further survived by his special friend Patricia Peterson, Michael Wicinski, Alexia and Camaree, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation at the funeral home on Friday, May 8 from 4 PM...

Julia Poker

Julia Poker

Apr 29, 2015

(nee Beck) Age 96. Entered into Eternal Life April 29, 2015 and was reunited with her Loving Husband and Dancing Partner of 58 years, Edward. Loving Mother of Barbara (Jim) Tabaska, Christine, Susan (John) Kaminsky, the late David, and Elaine (Dave) Yount. Dear Grandma of Tom, Mike, Ann and the late Peter Tabaska, Allison (Sean Patterson) and Megan Kaminsky, and...

Thomas Blegen

Thomas Blegen

Apr 28, 2015

Born to Eternal Life April 28, 2015, age 72 years. Beloved husband of Karen Blegen. Dear father of Stacey (Danny) Kircher, Timothy Blegen and Kim Novak. Loving grandfather of Danny and Brandon Kircher, and Gracey Jo Blegen. Also survived by other relatives and friends. Tommy was a member of The Labor Local 113 for over 50 years. He was proud...

Lucile Rapp

Lucile Rapp

Apr 28, 2015

Rapp, Lucile Lorraine (nee Bombinski) Age 91. Quietly passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, April 28, 2015. Loving wife of the late Walter A. Rapp. Caring mother to her children: Sharon (Rick) Dietsche, Michael (Debbie) Rapp, Michele (Chris) Ladewig and Cindy Tooher. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and one great grand daughter. A celebration of Lucile's life at the...

Virginia Schultz

Virginia Schultz

Apr 27, 2015

Virginia Schultz (nee Scharmach) 83, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2015 at Acute Post Care of Milwaukee. Virginia was born March 20, 1932, in Milwaukee to the late Roman and Adeline Scharmach. She married Melvin Schultz on March 21, 1953. He preceded her in death on July 27, 2000. Survivors include children, Ernest (Pamela) Schultz, Melody (William) Dolan, Carter...

N. Duwell

N. Duwell

Apr 22, 2015

Duwell, N. Lillian (Nee Johnson) of Wauwatosa. Joined her loving husband John on April 22, 2015 at the age of 79 years on their 54th Wedding Anniversary. Loving mom of Sandy (Marc) Schulze, Shari (the late Lance) Bodart and Jennifer (Mark) Gamroth. Proud grams of Liz, Zach, Austin, Kayely, Julia and Lily. Further loved by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives...

Wanda Kass

Wanda Kass

Apr 20, 2015

Kass, Wanda C. Born to Eternal Life July 20, 2015 at the age of 94. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Walter. Loving mother of Chuck (Marianne) and Jim (Ellen) Kass. Grandmother of 8 and great grandmother of 19. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friend. Visitation will be TODAY, Wednesday, July 23 at St. Eugene's Catholic...

Norbert Gresbach

Norbert Gresbach

Apr 20, 2015

Gresbach, Norbert John, 89 years, passed away suddenly on April 20, 2015, one day before his 90th birthday, in Hartford, WI. He was born in Milwaukee, WI to William and Eleanor Gresbach on April 21, 1925. Norbert was the beloved husband and best friend to Shirley, who preceded him in death several years prior. He is survived by his sisters,...

Elvira Hanauer

Elvira Hanauer

Apr 20, 2015

(nee Becker) Born to Eternal Life April 20, 2015, age 91 years. Preceded in death by her husband Carl, brother Adolph Becker, sisters Margaret Johnson, Clara Widowski and Irene Brahm. Also survived by nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, dear friend Louise, other relatives and friends. Visitation Monday, April 27, 11 am to 12 noon at Mother of Good Counsel...

Hubert Worzalla

Hubert Worzalla

Apr 19, 2015

Of Germantown, formerly of Westfield, WI. Born to Eternal Life April 19, 2015, age 85 years. Beloved husband of June (nee Kadlec). Dear father of Christine (Glen) Bodendorfer, Patrice (Mark) Wierschem, Richard (Patti), David (Judy) and the late Russell Worzalla. Loving grandfather of Michael (Samantha), Victoria (fiance Dan Schuh) and Ryan Bodendorfer, and Bret Worzalla. Also survived by other relatives...

Raymond Jamroze

Raymond Jamroze

Apr 18, 2015

Raymond (Ray, Rayme) D. Jamroze Left this world to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 18th. He was born on December 21, 1931 in Milwaukee, WI. to Adam F. Jamrozy and Josephine A. Buczynski. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, and two brothers, Norman and Eugene and his wife, Joyce Evelyn (Washbish). He is survived by...

Helen Ostrowski

Helen Ostrowski

Apr 17, 2015

Helen E. Ostrowski (nee Karpinski) Passed away peacefully on Friday April 17, 2015, age 92. Beloved wife of the late George Ostrowski for 56 years. Loving mother of Gloria (Mike) Rooney and Sandra (Chuck) Maahs. Proud grandmother of David Rooney, Shawn (Kimberly) Rooney and Lindsay Maahs. Special great-grandmother of Tristan and Damon Rooney. Fond sister-in-law of Melvin Ostrowski and Dolores...

Billie Purnell

Billie Purnell

Apr 16, 2015

Wilma Ann Purnell aka Billie, Billie Ann, Miss Billie, Gran Billie of Mequon, WI, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Thursday April 16, 2015 at the age of 83. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 43 years; Lloyd K Purnell, parents; William and Ann Phelan, siblings; Claire Phelan and Kilian Phelan. Survived by sister; Mary Inez Meyers,...

Fannie Embry

Fannie Embry

Apr 13, 2015

Embry, Fannie W. Born to Eternal Life on April 13, 2015 at the age of 85 years. Much beloved mom of Maria and Ronald Embry. Further loved by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Fannie was preceded in death by 9 siblings. Fannie was a graduate of the Teacher Education Program at Lane College in Jackson, TN. She was a...

Leroy Depies

Leroy Depies

Apr 11, 2015

Leroy W. Depies of Minocqua formerly of Thiensville, WI passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at the age of 86. Beloved husband for 60 years to June (nee Blaubach). Proud father of Cindy (Ken) Buttitta, Jeff (Terry), Bob (Diane), Mike (Debbie), Bill (Heather), Paul (Kim), Kathy (Mark) Dalton, Jim and Sue (Gregg) Denman. Proud Grandpa of 28 grandchildren...

Violet Lange

Violet Lange

Apr 10, 2015

(nee Pohle) Born to Eternal Life April 10, 2015, age 96 years. Preceded in death by her husband Arthur J. Lange, daughter Judith (the late Lawrence) Banach, son Gerald Lange and parents Fred and Emma Pohle. Dear mother of Arthur P. (Lynda), Dennis (Patricia), Marlyne (Donald) Bartelt and Steven (Gail) Lange. Also survived by 27 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great-grandchildren,...

Genevieve Bruce

Genevieve Bruce

Apr 10, 2015

Bruce, Genevieve T. "Genny" (Nee Lambe) Born to Eternal Life on Friday, April 10, 2015 at the age of 91 years. Preceded in death by Dean L. Bruce, her beloved husband of 58 years. Loving mom of Dan (Jan) Bruce, Bonnie ( Roy Juarez) Hoffmann, Doug Bruce and Christine (the late Bob) Kremer. Proud grandmother of 11 grandchildren and 18...

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