Obituaries

Oct 2, 2025

Eugene J. "Gene" Schramka, age 94 years, Entered the Kingdom of Heaven on October 2, 2025, to be with his high school sweetheart and wife Ellen of 63 years. Dear father of Paul (Anne), Sis (Paul) Steinmetz, E.G. (Barb) and Kevin (Lori) Schramka. Fond brother of Tommy (Jeanne) Schramka.  Also survived by 10 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives...

Sep 30, 2025

The Wolski's family shares bittersweet news: oldest brother, longtime bartender, caretaker, and storyteller of the tavern, Mike Bondar, has passed away peacefully, in the arms of his  companion and wife of 43 years Joann  . Also Survived by siblings Bernard, Susan, Dennis, Jackie and Jill. Mike succumbed to Lewy Body Dementia after a 6 year struggle. Mike – In his...

Sep 27, 2025

Carol Jean (Luedtke) Depies, age 91, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2025.  Born in Thiensville on November 12, 1933, to Oscar and Marie (Meer) Luedtke, Carol was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, relative and friend. Carol is survived by her children Dave (Lori), Dan (Andrea) and Dona; grandchildren Stacy (Scott), Eric (Caydee), Nick (Anna), Hannah (Alec) and Josh;...

Sep 26, 2025

Robert (Bob) W. Pegarsch, Sr., age 86, of Milwaukee, passed away peacefully, Friday morning, September 26, 2025. He was born June 5, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois the son of Fred and Caroline Pegarsch. He married Lois D. Madsen on November 5, 1960 in Milwaukee, WI. Bob worked at Western Metal in Wauwatosa, WI and various part-time jobs for almost 50...

Sep 19, 2025

Deborah "Deb" Ann Klinkert passed away peacefully at her home in Mequon, Wisconsin on September 19, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones, after a courageous 18-year battle with cancer.

Deb was born in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, to Lorraine (Glodowski) and Gerald Klinkert on June 12, 1956. She was preceded in death by her father Gerald....

Sep 18, 2025

Passed away peacefully at the age of 84 on September 18, 2025. Beloved husband of 62 years to Jean (nee Schneider). Proud father of John Rock IV, Kim (Jeff) Gross, the late Shawn Rock and the late Brent Rock. Loving grandfather of Nicole (Jake) Tritz, Kailyn Onasch, John Rock V and Sidney Rock. Loving great-grandfather of Lacey Tritz. John also...

Sep 17, 2025

Patricia Ann Whaley (nee Dakin) was born November 10,1931 in Birchwood, WI. She passed into eternal life on September 17 th 2025. Survived by her loving husband of 74.5 years George Whaley. Loving mother of four children, Michael Whaley, Linda (Joe) Banaszynski, Cynthia (Farhad) Mohsenian, Mark (Susan) Whaley. Also survived by 13 grandchildren, Eric, Justin, Scott, Sarah, Melissa, Kevin, Samantha,...

Sep 16, 2025

Anna Mae Krautner (nee Daley) Passed away September 16, 2025 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of Edward Krautner. Loving mother of Michael (Kathleen Callan) Krautner and Susan Kruszka. Cherished grandmother of Aidan (Megan) Krautner, Maura Krautner, and Andrew Kruszka. Dear sister of James Daley. Further survived by other relatives and friends....

Sep 12, 2025

Sister Teresa Rebholz, SDS One of 10 children, six boys and four girls, Teresa was born on Easter Sunday, April 5, 1931, daughter of William and Susan (Kaiser) Rebholz in Auburndale, Wisconsin, Diocese of La Crosse. She was the fourth child and oldest daughter. Along with her brothers, Teresa attended the Deansville Public School, grades 1-4. In March, 1941, the...

Sep 11, 2025

Born on April 1, 1927, in Milwaukee, WI and died on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at the age of 98. Father began his priestly formation at Marquette University from 1947 – 1949 and St. Francis Major Seminary from 1950 – 1956. Father was ordained to the priesthood by the Most Reverend Albert G. Meyer on May 26, 1956, at the...

Sep 9, 2025

With great sadness, we announce the passing of Doris Jane Graff (nee Lasee) of Mequon.  She passed away peacefully with family by her side on the early morning of September 9, 2025, at the age of 96. She was born in Catawba, Wisconsin on September 18, 1928, the daughter of Sylvester and Elise Lasee.  On July, 27 th 1957 she...

Sep 8, 2025

Marilyn L Balistrieri (nee Neuberger), a beacon of love and kindness, passed away on September 8, 2025, surrounded by her cherished family in Mequon, WI. Born on October 18, 1934, in Milwaukee, WI, Marilyn's life was a testament to her unwavering commitment to her faith, her family, and her community. Marilyn's journey began as a student at St. Casimir Elementary...

Sep 7, 2025

David passed into Eternal Life on September 7, 2025, peacefully in his sleep. He was born to life on August 28, 1943, to Rayburn and Norma Becker. Along with his parents David was reunited with his sister Lynn and an infant brother named Josiah. Keeping David's memory alive are his beloved wife of 35 years, Theresa "Tere", his children Todd,...

Sep 5, 2025

Kevin Joseph Schmitt, age 65, of Jackson, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025, with his loving family by his side. Kevin was born on November 12, 1959, in Hartford, Wisconsin, to parents Matthias and Dolores Schmitt. He attended St. Hubert's Catholic School from kindergarten through eighth grade and later graduated from Hartford High School. From a young age,...

Sep 5, 2025

Shirley Firtzlaff (nee Bach) Passed away September 5, 2025 at the age of 99. Loving mother to Sharon (Tim) Prange. Dear grandmother of Lynn-Marie Estrada, Kimberly Westeen, Mindy-Marie (Brent) Schreiner, and Andrew (Sara) Prange. Cherished great-grandmother of Zane, Simone, Laina, Mariska, Landon, Chelsea, and Chloe. Preceded in death by her husband Robert Firtzlaff. Further survived by other relatives and friends....

Sep 4, 2025

Felicia Cassia (Czerwinski) Johnson, 83, of Mequon, WI, entered the fullness of Eternal Life on September 4th, 2025, after a full life of education, compassion, adventure and love.  She was known for her unwavering generosity—her home, her fridge, her arms, and her heart were always open to others. Felicia was born in Milwaukee, WI on February 24, 1942, to the...

Sep 2, 2025

C arole Jean Burg (Rowe) passed away on September 2nd, 2025 at the age of 91. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 61 years Harvey, parents, Eugene R. Rowe and Bernice G. (Westphal), Stepfather Neil Shannon, Stepsiblings Karen (Greer), Kathy (Powell), Neil Shannon, and Mary (McGree) in Australia alias Shannon Mary. Loving mother of Daniel (Anne) and Douglas....

Sep 1, 2025

Passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 59, September 1, 2025. Shawn is survived by his parents John & Jean (nee Schneider) Rock III, his siblings John Rock IV, Kim (Jeff) Gross, and the late Brent Rock. He is further survived by his nieces and nephew, Nicole (Jake) Tritz, Kailyn Onasch, John Rock V and Sidney Rock. Shawn also...

Aug 31, 2025

Luanne "Luie" F. Schipper Luanne Schipper (nee Brophy) of Brookfield WI was born to Eternal Life on August 31st, 2025 a month before her 94th birthday. Luanne was preceded in death by her husband Jerome Schipper, her mother and father John and Mary Brophy as well as her 2 sisters Eileen Loftus (Leonard) and Marie Retzer (Ken). She is survived...

Aug 30, 2025

Josephine Hallie Guse (Gooch), of West Allis, WI, entered eternal life on August 30, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on March 31, 1939, Jo lived a life defined by love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family and community. Beloved mother of Patrick (Sheryl) Guse of Brookfield, David Groves of Virginia, and Todd Groves of West Allis. Cherished...