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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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Rita Olenchek

Rita Olenchek

Apr 23, 2023

Rita Ann Olenchek Passed away April 23, 2023 at age 93. Rita (nee Lettenberger) was born and spent her childhood in St. Nazianz. After moving to Milwaukee, she graduated from Juneau HS and worked at Omar Bakery where she met her beloved husband of 70 years, Bernard Olenchek. She is survived by her sons Larry (Marna) and Ron (Kitty), grandchildren...

Mary Klein

Mary Klein

Apr 23, 2023

Mary took her Blessed Mother's hand on April 23, 2023 at the age of 98, surrounded by her loving family. Mary was reunited with her beloved husband Philip G., her parents George and Anna; sisters Louise and Peggy, and brothers Chuck and George. She will be remembered by her children Constance (Thomas) Klein, Thomas G. (Mary) Klein, and Mariann Carstedt;...

Kevin Fullerton

Kevin Fullerton

Apr 21, 2023

Kevin F. Fullerton, age 72, left us peacefully on Friday, April 21, 2023 after an extended illness. He was born to John J. and Lorine M. (nee Murphy) Fullerton on December 17, 1950 in Janesville, Wisconsin. The youngest of five children, he attended St. Mary's School through seventh grade. Kevin lost both of his parents at a very young age....

Kent Krueger

Kent Krueger

Apr 21, 2023

Kent Kurth Krueger found peace on April 21st, 2023 at the age of 84. Kent was born on September 18th, 1938 son of the late Raymond J. and Evelyn E. (nee Kurth) Krueger. Kent was a long-time resident of Wauwatosa, WI. He attended McKinley Elementary School and Longfellow Junior High School. During his teen years Kent was actively involved with...

Sr. Angeleen Brill Ssnd

Sr. Angeleen Brill Ssnd

Apr 21, 2023

Born to Eternal Life April 21, 2023 at the age of 95 years. Sister is survived by her sister Joan Bryant, nieces and nephews and the SSND community. Preceded in death by her parents, Gerhard and Angeline Brill, her sisters, Sister Cecily, SSND and Helen Lowe, and her brothers, Sylvester, Francis, and Robert. A Service of Remembrance will be celebrated...

Ronald Kingery

Ronald Kingery

Apr 17, 2023

Ronald "Ron" Kingery, a former resident of Belvidere, IL, passed peacefully on Monday, April 17, 2023, in Wisconsin, at the age of 87. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harmon and Ona (Steen) Kingery, his younger brothers Kinney Lee and Raymond Kingery, and his older sisters Ruth (Kingery) Harris and Runell (Kingery) Harris. Ron was a loving husband...

Michael Iding

Michael Iding

Apr 16, 2023

Michael Edward Iding of Milwaukee, WI found peace on April 16, 2023 at age 81. Born in Milwaukee, WI on December 21, 1941 to Earl and Erna Iding. Graduated from Washington High School and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. He lived in Cedarburg, WI while his children were growing up. Mike had a lifelong passion for cars, even after he was no...

Ardith Lehn

Ardith Lehn

Apr 15, 2023

(Nee Rehn) Entered into Eternal Life, Saturday, April 15, 2023, at age 89. Beloved wife of the late Ronald M. Lehn for 60 years. Loving mother of Judy (Dave) Walters, Debbie (Frank Paulin) Maynard and Kari (Mark) Shank. Proud grandma of Jim (Kelly) and Traci Laatsch, Ronald (Nicole) and Karlee (Adam) Pasbrig, Jessica (Josh) Carlson, and Adam, Brian (Paige), John...

Tina Burns

Tina Burns

Apr 15, 2023

(Nee Calamici) Born to Eternal Life April 15, 2023, age 100 years. Beloved wife of the late Ben J. Burns. Dear mother of Kevin, Keith Burns and the late Colleen Henderson. Loving grandmother of Tracy (Kelly) Henderson, Tara (Bud) Simon and Shane (Laura) Henderson; Ben G. and Christian Burns; and Matthew Burns. Proud great-grandmother of Liam Kelley and Clara Henderson,...

Robert Kenney

Robert Kenney

Apr 14, 2023

Of Colgate. Born to Eternal Life April 14, 2023, age 96 years. Beloved husband for 72 years of Janet (Nee Beaudoin). Dear father of Robert A. (Judith), Michael (Julie) and Timothy (Beth) Kenney. Loving grandfather of Kelly (Dan) Weltin, Colleen Stravrakos, Patrick (Elizabeth) Kenney, Timothy (Jessica) Kenney, Amy (Kai Hunter) and Robert (Elizabeth) Kenney. Loving great-grandfather of Grahm, Henry, Violet,...

Fr. Andre Papineau Sds

Fr. Andre Papineau Sds

Apr 12, 2023

Died Apr. 12, 2023, in Milwaukee, WI, at age 85. Born Oct. 6, 1937, to Thorold and Gladys (Denoo) Papineau of Escanaba, MI. Joined the Society of the Divine Savior (Salvatorians) in 1958 and was ordained a priest on June 5, 1965. Taught at Marian HS in Mishawaka, IN; Dominican College in Racine, WI; and Sacred Heart School of Theology...

Ronald Ziolkowski

Ronald Ziolkowski

Apr 12, 2023

In loving memory, our family regrets to announce the loss of Ronald J. Ziolkowski on 4/12/2023 of La Crosse, WI. Ron was born on 5/23/1933 in Milwaukee WI, served in the United States Army and had a long career as a Police Officer with the Milwaukee Police Department. He was an avid Wisconsin Sports fan, Fisherman, and Golfer. Ron was...

Kathryn Kanack

Kathryn Kanack

Apr 11, 2023

Kathryn Kanack of Cedarburg passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at McKinley Place in Cedarburg, WI where she was a resident. She was 95 years young. Katy was born July 15, 1927 in Zachow, WI, the daughter of Paul and Emma (Radtke) Dobratz. She graduated from Shawano High School. On May 15, 1948, Kathryn was united in marriage to...

Joseph Emanuele

Joseph Emanuele

Apr 11, 2023

Joseph Anthony Emanuele Passed away April 11, 2023 at the age of 82. Beloved and caring husband of Anita. Loving father of Gina (Rich) D'Acquisto, JoAnn (Mark) Emanuele, and Tony (Carie) Emanuele. Cherished grandfather of Jason (Laura) Honaker, Joe (Tory) Honaker, Katie (Jesse) Groll, Mike Bernstein, Joe (Kendall) Emanuele, Emily (Nate) Emanuele, and Hannah Kalcich. Precious great-grandfather of Bennett Emanuele....

Karen Bloedel

Karen Bloedel

Apr 9, 2023

Karen Bloedel (nee Reeder) Passed away April 9, 2023 at the age of 79. Beloved wife of Ron for 62 years. Loving mom of Cindy (Tom) Nickerson. Dear sister of Harold (Pat) Reeder and Donna (Kenny) Gehl. Preceded in death by her parents Harold and Ruth Reeder and brother Ronnie Reeder. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation will...

Mary Becker

Mary Becker

Apr 9, 2023

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Kim Newby

Kim Newby

Apr 8, 2023

Kim Newby passed away peacefully on 4/8/23 at her Mequon home surrounded by family. After a two year battle with brain cancer, Kim played like a champion to the very end. Preceded in death by her parents Glyn and Marilyn. She is survived by her husband of 27 years, Harold, two kids, Halee & Justen, and sister, Pamela (Hamilton) and...

Donna Krauss

Donna Krauss

Apr 7, 2023

Donna M. Krauss, 77, of Germantown, Wisconsin, peacefully passed into God's heavenly embrace on the morning of 04/07/2023. She was born to parents Robert and Evelyn Stofflet, on 05/22/1945 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The beloved matriarch of the Krauss family was intimately involved with the various Krauss family businesses, including the family grocery store. Her strong, yet effervescent and cheerful demeanor...

Sr. Mary Dix

Sr. Mary Dix

Apr 6, 2023

Sr. Mary Benilda Dix SSND Born to Eternal Life April 6, 2023 age 93. Survived by her brother, Brother Richard Dix SM and her sister Ann (Gene) Haderer and the SSND community. Preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Helen (Kitowski) Dix, her sisters, Theresa (Al) Placek and Pat (George) Miller and her brother Jim (Rita) Dix. A Service...

Jeffrey Croatt

Jeffrey Croatt

Apr 4, 2023

GERMANTOWN – Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 4, 2023. Jeff was born on July 23, 1950, to Robert and Doris (Steffens) Croatt in "beautiful" Belgium, WI. Jeff graduated from Cedar Grove High School in 1968. After high school he attended UW-Whitewater where he earned his degree in Secondary Education and met his wife Cathy on a...

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