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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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Phyllis Scheper

Phyllis Scheper

Mar 4, 2024

Phyllis Scheper lost her battle with asthma on March 4th 2024. Phyllis lived a long and loving life with her husband Robert who she was married to for 58 years. Mother of Wendy and Rob. Mother in law to Amy Scheper and grandmother to Charley Brinks. Phyllis is preceded in death by her daughter Dawn. In respect of Phyllis's wishes...

Vicky Kniesz

Vicky Kniesz

Mar 4, 2024

Vicky Lynn Kniesz passed away on March 4, 2024 at age 61. She was born on September 10, 1962 to Roger and Judith Wolf in Shawano, WI. Loving wife of John Kniesz for 36 years. Cherished mother of Rebecca (Joseph) Bok. Grandmother of Adam and Ethan Bok. Beloved daughter of Roger Wolf, siblings Steven and Heidi Wolf. Preceded in death...

Mark Newgard

Mark Newgard

Mar 1, 2024

Mark passed into the arms of his Lord on March 1, 2024. He is preceded in loss by his parents, Ronald and Lois, and his brothers, Rick and Steven. He is remembered by his daughters, Anna and Kathryn; his brothers, James and David; as well as his niece, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mark was deeply involved with Hales Corners Lutheran...

Lorrine Rutkowski

Lorrine Rutkowski

Feb 28, 2024

Lorrine Lila Loomis Rutkowski, of Franklin, WI formerly of Rhinelander, WI, died on February 28, 2024 at New Perspective Senior Living in Franklin, WI, she was 94 years old.  She was born on January 25, 1930 in Gilmanton, WI to Henry Warren Loomis and Alice Myrtle (nee Austin) Loomis.  Lorrine graduated from Eleva High School in 1948 and from Milwaukee...

Karen Helminski

Karen Helminski

Feb 25, 2024

Karen J Helminski , a proud Gemini born June 6, 1965, was peacefully reunited with her father on February 25, 2024. Beloved daughter of James and Judith, sister to Laura (Tom) Ciesielski & Maggie (Don) Doyle, aunt to Stephanie (Brandon) Dodsworth, Elizabeth, Abby, David, Katie & many great nephews.  Karen was raised in Hales Corners, graduating from Whitnall High class...

Joan Grieb

Joan Grieb

Feb 25, 2024

Joan Grieb nee Berghammer passed away peacefully at Kettle Moraine Gardens in Kewaskum on February 25, 2024, at the age of 92. Joan married the man of her dreams, the late Robert Grieb, at St. Agnes Church in Milwaukee in 1954. They were happily married just shy of 50 years. In addition to her late husband and parents, she was...

Mary Meier

Mary Meier

Feb 23, 2024

(nee Pakulski) Of Pewaukee.  Born to Eternal Life February 23, 2024 age 70 years.  She was Born to Life on August 24, 1953 in Milwaukee, WI to Joseph and June (nee Tropy) Pakulski.  Beloved wife of Gary Meier.  Former spouse of Dennis Peuschold.  Dear mother of Lindsey (Bryan LaFave) Peuschold and Jonathan (Kimberly) Peuschold.  Dear step-mother of James (Sandra) Meier,...

Steve Italiano

Steve Italiano

Feb 20, 2024

Stephen Dominic Italiano, born November 18, 1965, passed away on February 20, 2024. Anyone who knew Steve would say that he was a big spirit with an even bigger heart, generous and loyal  beyond measure.  All too soon and after a bout of RSV, that full heart had no more to give. He is survived by his beloved...

Mildred Martel

Mildred Martel

Feb 19, 2024

In Memoriam: Mildred Mae Martel It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mildred "Millie" Martel on February 19, 2024. Her commitment to family formed the core of her existence. A beloved wife of over 50 years to Raymond Martel, a fierce mother to Brian Martel, and a loving grandmother to Liam, Aiden, Nolan, and Kate Martel....

Robert Zinda

Robert Zinda

Feb 19, 2024

Robert Frank Zinda, of Hales Corners, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2024 at the age of 83. Bob was the lucky father of three sons - Gregg (Dawn) Malkowski of West Allis, Brian (Carina) Zinda of Neenah, and Craig Zinda of Menomonee Falls. He was blessed with eight grandchildren - Megan (Ryan) Miller, Mark Malkowski, Matthew Malkowski,...

George Laukant

George Laukant

Feb 18, 2024

George F. Laukant went to his Heavenly Home on February 18, 2024.  He was born on May 8, 1936 in Leeds, WI to Max and Goldie (Crown) Laukant.  George was preceded in death by his parents, son Kenneth L. Laukant, and brothers Howard, Max, and Richard.  He is survived by his wife Brenda of Sussex, WI, daughter Katherine (William) Zietlow...

Patricia Frey

Patricia Frey

Feb 16, 2024

Patricia L. Frey (Nee Senkel) of Greenfield found peace on February 16, 2024, at the age of 80. Beloved wife of 59 years of Richard Frey. Loving mother of Lisa (Pamala) Frey, Jennifer (Michael) Lisser, and Jonathan (Sharon) Frey. Proud grandmother of Ryan, Ellen and Calvin Lisser, and Ava Frey. She is also survived by her sisters Judith Bredeweg, Vernette...

Kimberly Anderson

Kimberly Anderson

Feb 16, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Kimberly Anderson, who passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2024, at the age of 51 after a brief illness. She was a beloved daughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Despite the many health challenges Kim...

Boyd Meyers

Boyd Meyers

Feb 15, 2024

Born into eternal life on February 15, 2024. He is survived by his sons Christopher Meyers and  Daniel (Misty) Meyers, and daughters Kimberly Acompanado-Bohmann (Andrew), Erin Quinnell (Corey), Natalie Gross (Bill Shank), his grandchildren Owen and Hugo Meyers, Alexsander, Nicholas and Georgia Acompanado, Ethan and Anthony Bohmann, Charlotte, Reid and Skylar Quinnell, Brodie and Harley Shank, his siblings Bill Jr...

Gregory Vraney

Gregory Vraney

Feb 14, 2024

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Gregory J. Vraney. Greg was born in Milwaukee in 1941. Following his graduation from UWM he began a stellar career as a Certified Public Accountant, he also served his country in The U.S. Army. In remembering Greg we celebrate a life well lived and a legacy of fun, friendship and adventure. Greg...

Sharon Henning

Sharon Henning

Feb 13, 2024

Sharon Henning Passed away February 13, 2024 at the age of 75. Visitation will be held Saturday, March 2nd from 1-2 PM at Christ Church United Methodist, 5109 Washington Ave, Racine. Memorial service at 2 PM, reception to follow.

Sr. Doris Jean Lebrun Ssnd

Sr. Doris Jean Lebrun Ssnd

Feb 12, 2024

Born to Eternal Life February 12, at age 89. Survived by her sisters Joann, Mary, Marilyn, Gloria, Dorothy, Eunice, Samantha and by her brothers Don and Roger, and the SSND community. Preceded in death by her parents, John and Margaret, and her brother, Ray. A Wake Service will be celebrated Monday, Feb.19 th at 12:30 pm followed by a Mass...

Sharon Van Hart

Sharon Van Hart

Feb 12, 2024

Sharon L Van Hart (nee Trasser) 69 , passed on Feb 12th. Beloved wife of Mark, amazing mother and best friend to sons Mark (Carmen) and Tony (Rochelle), and adored grandmother to Olivia, Noah, Evan, Soren, and Amelia.  Sharon's sister Janice and her infectious "Eye of the tiger, have fun" spirit survive her.  Her zest for life was illuminated by...

Jeanette "Jan" Counsell

Jeanette "Jan" Counsell

Feb 8, 2024

Jeanette Clara (Rau) Counsell peacefully entered in to eternal life on Thursday, February 8, 2024.  Jan was born August 25, 1944 in Sheboygan Falls, WI to Wallace and Ethel (Rausch) Rau and to a childhood on a thriving dairy farm.  She attended grade school in a one room school house that set her on a path to college at UW-Whitewater...

Tony Stafford

Tony Stafford

Feb 7, 2024

Tony Stafford Born to Life December 25, 1959 in Oregon, IL. Born to Eternal Life February 7, 2024 in Menomonee Falls, WI. Beloved husband of Kathy (nee Hitz). Dear brother of Mary (Phil) Stafford-Santos and brother-in-law of Leonard (Sharon) Hitz, Steven (Valerie) Hitz, Tim (Barb) Hitz, and David (Beth) Hitz. Further survived by 18 nieces and nephews and their spouses,...

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