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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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Yuriy Khalatyants

Yuriy Khalatyants

Jun 22, 2022

The visitation and funeral service for Yuriy was livestreamed via our Facebook page on Thursday, June 30th at 11 AM Central Time. A recording is available to watch: https://fb.watch/e3ZERiO0eg/

Joseph Krautkramer

Joseph Krautkramer

Jun 21, 2022

Joe passed away in his sleep surrounded by family after a 19 year battle with COPD. He is survived by his son Michael, sister Mary Moeri, brother-in-law Charles Moeri, brother Dan and many nieces and nephews. Joe was preceded in death by his mother and father Lois and Lester Krautkramer and his brother Fred. Joe lived most of his life...

Bonnie Luedtke

Bonnie Luedtke

Jun 18, 2022

(nee Fakes) Passed away Saturday, June 18, 2022 at the age of 74. Beloved wife of the late James O. "Pinky". Loving mother of Krissy and Kevin Luedtke. Proud grandma of Toby, Jaxon and Oscar. Dear sister of JoAnn (Rick) Bergin, Judy (Kevin) Larson, Diane (JC) Van Vessem. Fond sister-in-law of Carol (the late Elroy) Depies. Further survived by nieces,...

Gerald Wiersma

Gerald Wiersma

Jun 17, 2022

It is with heavy hearts to announce the passing of Gerald J. Wiersma on June 17th, 2022 at the age of 76. He was born in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin on August 22, 1945. He grew up in Cambria, WI where he loved to help and work on his grandparents' farm as a young man. He met the love of his...

Joan Fossum

Joan Fossum

Jun 17, 2022

Of Brookfield, WI (nee Laughlin) passed away on June 17, 2022 at the age of 87. Beloved wife of late Glenn G. Fossum; loving mother of Karen (David) Jaeckels, Michael (Sana) Fossum and Colleen (Scott) Valkoun; and devoted grandmother to Caroline Fossum, Margaret Kurth and Mia Kurth. She is also survived by nieces, nephews and other relatives, friends and neighbors....

Marilyn Budish

Marilyn Budish

Jun 17, 2022

(nee Mueller) Age 89. Passed away June 17, 2022 and is now enjoying a blessed reunion in Heaven with her beloved husband Chester and dear parents Paul and Bertha Mueller. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation Monday, June 27, from 10:00 am to 12:00 PM at Good Shepherd's Ev. Lutheran Church, 1235 S. 100th St., West...

Raymond Miller

Raymond Miller

Jun 12, 2022

Raymond D. Miller, age 90, passed peacefully to eternal life on Sunday, June 12, 2022. He was born in Milwaukee, WI to the late Delbert F. and Margaret E. Miller (Dusing). He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Tracey; his sister, Elnore Mueller and brother-in-law, Robert Mueller. Ray was dearly loved and will be sorely missed by his...

Edmund Ellis

Edmund Ellis

Jun 12, 2022

Please share your favorite memory of Edmund to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.

Janice Besler

Janice Besler

Jun 9, 2022

Born to Life on September 25, 1938. Born to Life Eternal June 9, 2022. Janice worked 10 years as a receptionist at Medical Associates in Menomonee Falls and a sales rep for Jewerly Works in Cedarburg. She is survived by her sons Randy and Christopher, grandchildren Samantha, Andy, and Brooke, great grandaughter Celine, brothers Daniel, Dustin, James, sisters Janine, Gail,...

Carol Simenc

Carol Simenc

Jun 9, 2022

Carol Mae Simenc, 85, of Franklin, Wisconsin, passed away on June 9, 2022 with her family at her side. Predeceased by her loving husband Anton (Tony) V. Simenc in 2020. Carol was born December 21, 1936 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, a daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Stampfl. Carol enjoyed golf and was a member of Whitnall 9 Hole Club....

Robert Downard

Robert Downard

Jun 4, 2022

Robert G. Downard Jr. ("Bob"/"Bobby") relinquished his life of almost 75 years on June 4th, 2022 at St. Luke's Hospital in Milwaukee following a long battle with a lung disease. Bob was born on August 10, 1947 in Beaver Falls PA to his parents Robert (Red) and Louise Chaney Downard, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his...

Donald Hayden

Donald Hayden

Jun 3, 2022

Donald Ray Hayden (55) born January 14, 1967 returned to stardust on June 3, 2022 following a life full of love, loyalty, and friendship. Donald grew up in Milwaukee WI, one of two children whose siblings grew into an outstanding group of 11 wonderful people. He lived in Milwaukee most of his life except for a few years when he...

James Cadwallader

James Cadwallader

Jun 2, 2022

Born to Eternal Life June 2, 2022, age 62 years. Survived by his sister Jane (Jim) Schneider, step-mother Donna S. Cadwalader,  nephew Daniel J. (Katy Waechter) Schneider and niece Marianne E. Schneider. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Services will be private.

David Rekoski

David Rekoski

Jun 1, 2022

David Brian Rekoski passed away on June 1, 2022 at the age of 55. Beloved son of Susan and the late Arnold Rekoski. Loving brother of Michelle (Mark) Pociecha, and proud uncle of Andrea Pociecha; further survived by other relatives and friends. David was preceded in death by his grandparents Reuben and Regina Rekoski and Francis and Margaret Dienberg

Peter Galdick

Peter Galdick

Jun 1, 2022

Peter Duane Galdick of Waukesha, WI, passed away on June 1, 2022, with his forever girlfriend and wife, Shari, and family by his side. Peter was born on November 26, 1942, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He graduated from Riverside High School in 1960. Prior to graduating, he met his wife-to-be, Sharon "Shari" Blank, at a dance at the Pierce Street Social...

Frances Grzechowiak

Frances Grzechowiak

May 31, 2022

(nee Strelka) Born to Eternal Life May 31, 2022, age 98 years. Beloved wife of the late Raymond J. Dear mother of Carolyn, the late Gary, Beverly (the late Ron) Stephens, Daniel, and Irish daughter-in-law Carol. Loving grandma of Jessica (Brian) Fischer, Michelle (Dax) Rodriguez and Nicole Maloney, Keith (Jen) Stephens and Katie (Josh) Yost. Cherished Busia of Jack, Bensen,...

Marilyn Vanier

Marilyn Vanier

May 30, 2022

Marilyn Joyce Vanier (nee Piechura) was Born into Eternal Life on May 30, 2022. She was born on August 11, 1943 to the late William and Lillian (nee Mayer) Piechura. On April 28, 1962 she married the love of her life, Robert Vanier at St. Elizabeth's Church in Milwaukee. Marilyn worked as a sales coordinator for several national companies before...

Ralph Gingras

Ralph Gingras

May 28, 2022

Ralph Peter Gingras, 66, of Racine, WI passed away peacefully in his daughter Samantha's home in West Bend, WI on May 28, 2022 with Samantha, son-in-law Chad, grandchildren Gauge, Rosilyn, and Bailey, and his sister Sandy by his side. Ralph was born in Springfield, MA on August 10, 1955 to Eugene and Lorraine Gingras. He graduated from Classical High School...

Genevieve Strobusch

Genevieve Strobusch

May 20, 2022

Genevieve M. Strobusch (neé Bretz) Found peace on May 20, 2022 at the age of 96 with family at her side. Genevieve was preceded in death by her husband George and their infant son, Little Georgie. Loving mother of: Alan (Tammy) Strobusch, Barbara (Michael) Stanke, James (Linda) Strobusch, Gary (Sally) Strobusch, Sandra (Neal) Kruszka, and Pamela (Gary) Meier. Proud Grandmother/Great-Grandmother...

Gerald Wolslager

Gerald Wolslager

May 19, 2022

Please share your favorite memory of Gerald to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.

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