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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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Virginia Hill

Virginia Hill

Feb 4, 2024

Virginia "Virg" Hill (née Kruzikas) passed away peacefully among loved ones on February 4th at age 72 after a brief, yet brave battle with an aggressive cancer. After a successful career, Virg enjoyed many blissful years of retirement and opened herself up to everything life had to offer, often joking gleefully that she didn't even know what day...

Gerald Madison

Gerald Madison

Feb 3, 2024

Gerald "Jerry" Madison was called home to the Lord on February 3rd 2024 Age 68, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his cherished grandchildren, Jaimye Pannemann and Jayden Bruss, his beloved partner Julie Tart. Preceded in death by his children Whitney and Dylan, his parents Joyce and John Madison and his brother Ty Thompson. Also survived...

Robert Wilke

Robert Wilke

Feb 1, 2024

Robert John Wilke, 78 of East Troy,WI passed away February 1, 2024. Robert (Bob), was born in Milwaukee May 30, 1945, to Carl and Dorothy Wilke of Milwaukee, WI. Robert attended grade school at St. Joan of Arc in Okauchee, WI and then graduated from Oconomowoc High School in 1963.  He enrolled at UW-Whitewater and graduated in 1969 with a...

Richard Gabriel

Richard Gabriel

Feb 1, 2024

Richard C. Gabriel Richard "Dick" C. Gabriel of Cedarburg, WI passed away peacefully on February 1, 2024 at the age of 90. He was born 1/1/1934 in Milwaukee, WI to Anton J. and Esther G. (Wegner) Gabriel. Dick was the first child born in the nation in 1934. He was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin and proudly served...

Barbara Zube

Barbara Zube

Jan 26, 2024

Barbara Ann Zube On January 26, 2024, Barbara gracefully started her journey to heaven from Zilber Hospice. She was reunited with her husband Raymond, and parents John and Clara Weber. October 11th, Barbara celebrated her 85th Birthday at Village Pointe Commons, Grafton, where she resided for five- and one-half years. Barbara is survived by her sisters, Kathleen (James) Cieslik, Marilyn...

Kay Wilson

Kay Wilson

Jan 26, 2024

Kay M. Wilson (nee Comyne) Born in Marinette, WI September 21, 1940. Died peacefully at home surrounded by family on January 26, 2024 at the age of 83. Married Donald F. Wilson September 19, 1959. Kay will be deeply missed by her children Debbie Monroe, Bob (Karen) Wilson, Ann (Brian) Schueler and Donnie Wilson. Much loved grandma of Lindsay, Ashli,...

John Clasen

John Clasen

Jan 25, 2024

John Clasen was born on November 5 th , 1945, in Port Washington, WI. John was Born into Eternal Life on January 25 th , 2024, at the age of 78. John will be dearly missed by his loving sister, Merrylou Green, and his beloved brother, Baldwin Clasen. John's memory will continue to live on in the hearts of his...

Patricia Sargent

Patricia Sargent

Jan 25, 2024

Patricia J. Sargent (nee Ternes) died peacefully following a surgery, in Milwaukee on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at the age of 77. Her loss was unexpected, and her family, while heartbroken by her absence, is heartened that she is free of the pain that took away her freedom and independence over the last few years of her life. Born in...

Michael Jelinski

Michael Jelinski

Jan 25, 2024

Went to Eternal Life January 25, 2024, age 63. He was reunited with his loving father Bernard H Jr. Beloved father of Kristin (David) Swoboda and Michael Scott Jr.  and grandfather of five. Mike is survived by his siblings, older brother Patrick and younger sister Denise. Further survived by many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles and other loving relatives and...

Br. Kilian Harrington Sds

Br. Kilian Harrington Sds

Jan 22, 2024

Age 95. Died in Milwaukee on January 22, 2024. Born in Antigo on March 16, 1928. Joined the Society of the Divine Savior (Salvatorians) in 1951. Cared for the community's farms, gardens, and orchards for many years in Maryland and Wisconsin. Taught organic farming to cognitively disabled adults in Sauk Centre, MN, from 1985 to 2019, with a two-year break...

William Lutz

William Lutz

Jan 20, 2024

In Loving Memory of William "Billy" John Lutz December 2nd, 1962 – January 20th, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William "Billy" John Lutz, a devoted husband and loving father, who was passionate about his family and friends. He departed this world on January 20th, 2024 leaving behind cherished memories that will forever be...

Sr. Dorothy Land Ssnd

Sr. Dorothy Land Ssnd

Jan 19, 2024

Sr. Dorothy Land SSND Born to Eternal Life January 19, 2024, at age 83. Sister is survived by her sisters Jean, Barbara, Carolyn Land and Joan (Richard) Perry, and Anne Mucic and nieces, nephews and the SSND community. Preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Barbara. A Wake Service will be celebrated Thursday, January 25th at 12:30 pm followed...

Scott Cochran

Scott Cochran

Jan 17, 2024

Scott Darnel Cochran Birth place: St Joseph, Missouri Death Place: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Cremation Funeral Home: Schramka Funeral Homes, Brookfield WI Death reason: Stroke with Complications Private Service: April 9, 2024 Central High School Graduate Occupation: Shoreline Real Estate building manager, maintenance 20+yrs Surviving: Dennis Cochran (Oldest Son), Darrell Cochran (Younger Son), Troy Cochran (Brother) Vanessi Cochran (Granddaughter), Linda Cochran...

Helene Glasl

Helene Glasl

Jan 16, 2024

On January 16, 2024 Helene Marie Glasl gained her wings and went to walk with the angels. She was 79 years old. Helene was the beloved wife of Allen J. Glasl and devoted mother of Kristina Marie (Dave), Nicole Lynn (Sean), Julie-Ann (Mike) & Scott Allen. She loved being Grandma to Bryce Allen, Gavin Lee, Brady Christian, Dylan Matthew, Connor...

Audrey Gunther

Audrey Gunther

Jan 13, 2024

Audrey Helen Gunther of Milwaukee (nee Schmeichel) Passed away January 13, 2024 at the age of 94. Preceded in death by her husband Ross Gunther, parents August and Lucretia (Jacobs) Schmeichel, sister Patsy Kreutz, and children Scott and Rory (Sandra). Loving mother of Kim (Carol), Lyn (Ingrid), Rick (Vicky), and Guy (Judith). Proud grandmother of Dream (Patrick) Gunther-Nettesheim, Keona (Jeffrey)...

Richard Burdick

Richard Burdick

Jan 12, 2024

GREENFIELD – January 12, 2024

Richard was born on October 29, 1937 to Ferdinand and Eleanor Burdick in Cudahy, Wisconsin. He passed away peacefully on January 12, 2024 at the age of 86.

Predeceased by first wife Carol M. (nee Peller). Beloved husband of Virginia S. (nee Lavann). Dearest father of Julianne Schalk, Michael Burdick,...

Mary O'Connor

Mary O'Connor

Jan 12, 2024

Mary M. O'Connor, dearly loved mother and grandmother, entered eternal life at the age of 92 on Friday, January 12, 2024. Mary was born on October 21, 1931 in Chicago to Francis Herbert and Marie (Reuland) Herbert. Mary entered nurses training after high school and after raising her children, was a nurse at Lakeland Hospital in Elkhorn, WI for many...

James Helminski

James Helminski

Jan 12, 2024

James Helminski, 81, of Greendale, passed away on Friday January 12, 2024, in Waukesha. He will be dearly missed by MANY friends. Losing him leaves a significant void in the Hales Corners Community. Jim was preceded in death by his parents Rose & Walter Helminski, his brother Melvin sister in law Carol, dear granddaughter Jessica & great grandson Connor. He...

Donald Engelbert

Donald Engelbert

Jan 11, 2024

Donald Gene Engelbert of Mequon WI passed away on January 11 th , 2024.  Donald was born on February 25 th , 1938 to William L. Engelbert and Lucile (Taylor) Engelbert in Chicago IL.  Donald was a 1956 graduate of Rufus King High School in Milwaukee Wis.  Don served for 3 years in the 32 nd Military Police Company of...

Gerald Kleser

Gerald Kleser

Jan 10, 2024

Gerald Francis Kleser of Oshkosh, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on January 10, 2024 at age 86.  He was born in Milwaukee , Wisconsin on 10/1/37 to Charles and Johanna ( nee Hetzel) Kleser.  He graduated from St. Elizabeth Catholic grade school , thereafter he graduated from Boys Trade and Technical High School.  Jerry enlisted in the Army National Guard...

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