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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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Gary Knuth
Feb 9, 2022
Gary Roger Knuth, 78, died Wednesday February 9, 2022. He was born November 9, 1943, in Milwaukee, son of Harvey J. and Naoma F. (Gould) Knuth. Gary married Jo Horwath on December 31, 1982. Gary enjoyed life and its challenges. He earned a blackbelt in karate, held multiple national motorcycle drag racing records, and earned his pilot's license. He also...
Theodore Mingari
Feb 8, 2022
Of Mequon. Passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 8. 2022. He was born on January 22, 1947 in Milwaukee, WI to the late Salvatore and the late Angeline Mingari. On August 23, 1969, Ted married Donna (nee Karolczak) who survives him. He is survived by his sons Christopher of Thiensville and Steven (Lisa "Li") of Greenfield; and one...
John Lafferty
Feb 8, 2022
John Richard Lafferty Passed peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at the age of 87. John was born in Newton, Iowa, the son of Charles R. and Sara L. (nee Beach) Lafferty. He married the love of his life Beulah (nee Dawson) Lafferty in 1954. John is survived by his wife...
Marvin Smith
Feb 5, 2022
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Jacquelyn Schauss
Feb 5, 2022
Jackie Schauss passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022 in Slinger, WI, after long standing illness. Jacquelyn (Jackie) Rae Scheel was born January 2, 1945 at Le Gault Hospital in Owen, WI. She was the daughter of Alfred and Audrey (Anderson) Scheel. Jackie was baptized and confirmed at the First Presbyterian Church in her hometown of Abbotsford, WI. In her teens...
Elaine Drezdon
Feb 5, 2022
(Nee Schwerm) Age 95. Passed on Feb 5, 2022 in Waupun, WI. Beloved wife of the late Arthur J. Drezdon. Preceded in death by her son, David (Kathi). Loving mother of Rande, Nancy and Christine. Further survived by her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and other relatives. Visitation Monday, February 21, from 1-2 PM at Wisconsin Memorial Park - Chapel of the Chimes,...
Lloyd Lemke
Feb 4, 2022
Lloyd A. Lemke, Passed away Peacefully on February 4, 2022 at the age 85. Beloved husband of the late Joanne. Loving father of Victor E. (Gail) Tomasello, Jr., Joanne M. Tomasello, Pamela J. (Glenn) Koehn, Cindy A. Lemke and Kevin J. Lemke. Dear grandpa of Gina M. Tomasello, Cristin Mozejewski and Sarah Koehn. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives...
Kenneth Lee Bigler
Feb 3, 2022
Kenneth Lee Bigler passed away February 3, 2022 at the age of 79. He was born in Chicago, IL. on September 11th, 1942. He moved with his family to Milwaukee when he was 4 years old. He met his future wife Peggy Oppitz when her family moved in next door. They were married on August 20th, 1966 at Mt. Lebanon...
Douglas Wilke
Feb 1, 2022
Douglas Charles Wilke Born 1/12/58 Returned to Eternal Life on February 1, 2022 After suffering from several chronic conditions, Doug passed peacefully at his home on February 1, 2022. He is survived by his four sisters, Pamela Wilke-Barritt, Christine Jakubek, Roxanne Jakubek (Tom Christian), and Diana Jakubek (John Rettig), Tiffany Wilson, and Marshall Lawerence, are Deborah's Lawrence children. He was...
James Butalla
Feb 1, 2022
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John Babl
Jan 31, 2022
Of Grafton, formerly of Milwaukee. Born to Eternal Life January 31, 2022, age 62 years. Beloved husband of Lisa (nee Rahn) Babl. Dear father of Aiden James Babl. Fond brother-in-law of Debbie Rahn. Fond uncle of Justin Trupp. Also survived by many friends. Preceded in death by his parents John E. Babl Sr. and Patricia Babl. Special thanks to the...
Andrew Rech
Jan 30, 2022
Passed away on Sun, Jan.30, 2022, at the age of 94, at The Lutheran Home, Milwaukee. He was born on Dec.10, 1927, in Logansport, IN the son of the late John and Valeria (Krause) Rech. Andrew moved to Milwaukee, WI in 1943. He was a graduate of Messmer Highschool, Marquette University, and was a proud U.S. Army Veteran. Andrew married...
Fr. Thomas Novak Sds
Jan 29, 2022
Died January 29, 2022. Born December 16, 1932, in Antigo to Joseph and Mary (Jirovec) Novak. Joined the Society of the Divine Savior (Salvatorians) on September 8, 1953. Ordained a priest on June 6, 1959. Ministered as teacher, counselor, parish priest, and in the administration of the Salvatorians, both in Milwaukee and in Rome. Did extensive research, editing, and writing...
Susan Garven
Jan 29, 2022
Born May 9, 1953, passed away at age 68, January 29th, 2022, at Froedtert Hospital. Preceded in death by her parents Richard and Mary Garven. She is survived by her brothers Christopher (Dana) Patrick (Jennifer) Beloved Aunt of Jamie, Sam, and Lola. Further survived by sister-in-law Debra, other relatives, and friends. Susan was passionate and had a special love for...
Donnis Whiting
Jan 29, 2022
Donnis Wayne Whiting, age 78, of West Bend, passed away on Saturday, January 29, 2022. Donnis was born on January 14, 1944 in Blue River, Wisconsin. After high school he joined the U.S. Marine Corp. from September 1962 to October 1966 and served two tours in Vietnam. After the service he worked for Air America. Donnis then went back to...
Jeanne Reddemann
Jan 28, 2022
JEANNE C. REDDEMANN, 89 Jeanne C. Reddemann (nee Zobel) died January 28, 2022 at the age of 89 years. She was born December 23, 1932 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She moved to Watertown, Wisconsin where she graduated from Watertown High School and then moved back to Milwaukee and graduated from Wisconsin State College with a BS Lower Elementary Education degree. She...
Gerald Turley
Jan 28, 2022
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Angela Crisci
Jan 27, 2022
Angela Marie Crisci Has been reunited with her mother in Heaven January 27, 2022 at the age of 38. Loving mother of Parish and Sebastian Crisci. Beloved daughter of Daryl and the late Christina Crisci. Cherished sister of Stephanie Crisci. Angela will be deeply missed and loved by aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and many friends. A Memorial Gathering will...
Dorothy Szcygiel
Jan 26, 2022
Dorothy Szcygiel Born to Eternal Life Jan 26, 2022 at age 100 years. Preceded in death by husband Casimir "Casey", father Anthony S. Korotko and mothers, Josephine Slominski and Harriet Orcholski. Loving mother of John, Mary and Anne Szcygiel. Loving grandmother of John II, Jacob, Monika Szcygiel (Davis Endries), Angela Fuller (Joe Pettit) and Mark Fuller, great grandmother of 4....
Gertrude Ullsperger
Jan 26, 2022
Gertrude Helen Ullsperger Of Waukesha passed into the Lord's loving embrace on January 26, 2022, at the age of 95. Gert was born on a farm in Clyman, Wisconsin, on January 30, 1926, to Helen and Walter Schroeder. She graduated from Waukesha High School in 1944 and lived in Waukesha her entire adult life. Gert was a remarkable woman and...
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