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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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Glenn Edward Bultman

Glenn Edward Bultman

Jan 4, 2026

Glenn E. Bultman 85, passed away peacefully in his sleep in Milwaukee on January 4, 2026. Glenn will be deeply missed by the love of his life and wife of 59 ½ years, Kathleen K. (Ketelsen) Bultman; daughter and son-in-law Elizabeth (Beth) and Scott Sailor; son and daughter-in-law Robert (Rob) and Jennifer Bultman; grandsons Spencer (Mary Jane) and Mitchell (Giana)...

Michael Edward Patterson

Michael Edward Patterson

Jan 4, 2026

Michael Edward Patterson known as “Senior” to many, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026 at the young age of 71. Born on October 12, 1954, at the U.S. Naval Hospital in Great Lakes, IL to Doris and Wayne Patterson and then grew up in Milwaukee, WI. He was a graduate of South Division High School, class of 1972. Mike was...

Shirleyann I. Klemm

Shirleyann I. Klemm

Jan 4, 2026

On January 4, 2026, Shirleyann Irene (Krause) Klemm, age 89, of Menomonee Falls, peacefully entered eternal life, surrounded by her loving family and receiving compassionate care from Dimensions Living in Oconomowoc and Agrace Hospice.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 11:45 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 13445 Hampton...

Ruth M. Laughlin

Ruth M. Laughlin

Jan 2, 2026

Ruth Laughlin (née Dybul)

May 11, 1937 – January 2, 2026

Ruth Laughlin, loving mother, grandmother, and devoted homemaker, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, at the age of 88.

Born on May 11, 1937, Ruth lived a life centered on her family and home. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard “Dick” Laughlin, who passed away on July...

Kathleen M. Neidert

Kathleen M. Neidert

Dec 30, 2025

Kathleen M. Neidert, age 81, of Sheboygan, WI, passed away on December 30th, 2025. She was born on May 16th, 1944, to Ralph and Emily (née Platek) Drapp and grew up in Milwaukee, WI, where she developed the kindness, resilience, and gentle spirit that would define her life.

Kathleen was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, known for her...

Lori A Dieringer

Lori A Dieringer

Dec 28, 2025

Lori Ann Dieringer (McLees), age 63, of Germantown, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at her home on December 28, 2025. After a three-year journey following a stage IV cancer diagnosis, Lori entered into true freedom and rest, surrounded by love. Born in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Lori was the cherished daughter of John and the late Grace McLees. She graduated from Menomonee...

John Joseph Kuczynski

John Joseph Kuczynski

Dec 28, 2025

Passed away December 28, 2025 at the age of 78. Loving son of the late Edwin Sr. and Dolores (nee Fons) Kuczynski. Dear brother of Mary Flahive, the late Susan Lipsky, the late Edwin Jr., the late Sr. M. Catherine O.C.D., William, Anthony, the late Kenneth, and Anne Sawyer. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Mass of Christian...

Marian Cecelia Fassbender

Marian Cecelia Fassbender

Dec 27, 2025

Marian Cecelia Fassbender

(nee Goetz) Born to Eternal Life December 27, 2025 at the age of 92. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Alban. Loving mother of Terrance, Steven, Theresa, Susan, Sandra, John, Mary, James, Michael, Patrick, Paul, Alban, Anita, Andrew and Gerard. Loving grandma and great grandma.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, January 2, 2026, at 12:00...

George J Fetzer

George J Fetzer

Dec 22, 2025

George John Fetzer, 87, passed away peacefully in his sleep with family by his side on December 22, 2025. He was born on March 2, 1938, to George and Stella Fetzer and grew up in Milwaukee. He grew up there alongside his four siblings (Marion, Rose, David and Sharon). He met his wife Bernice Salevski and they were married on...

James Jermaine Trinastic

James Jermaine Trinastic

Dec 20, 2025

It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James J. Trinastic, a beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, and devoted community member, who peacefully departed this life on December 20th, 2025. He was 89 years old and a long-time resident of Milwaukee and Germantown, Wisconsin. James will be deeply missed by all who had the...

James Edward Freytag

James Edward Freytag

Dec 19, 2025



James E. “Pete” Freytag, age 89, passed away on December 19, 2025, in Palm Coast, Florida. Born February 13, 1936, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, Pete lived a life shaped by curiosity, service, generosity, and a deep devotion to family and community.Pete grew up in Williams Bay and Lake Geneva area of Wisconsin, where his lifelong love of sailing began. As a...

Richard Alan Ensslin

Richard Alan Ensslin

Dec 19, 2025

Richard “Rick” Alan Ensslin The Lord called Rick home on December 19, 2025. Born on August 23, 1948 to Walter and June (Wendorf) Ensslin, Rick was preceded in death by his parents. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 55 years, Kathy (Kolasinski) Ensslin, and his three children: Jeffrey and Amy (Meyer) Ensslin, Jill (Ensslin) and Jeff Bailey, and Julie...

W. John Counsell

W. John Counsell

Dec 16, 2025

Willard John Counsell, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, peacefully entered into eternal life on Tuesday, December 16th, 2025. John was born October 13, 1942, in Oconomowoc, WI, to Bill and Julia (Kimball) Counsell and to an idyllic childhood in Lake Country, growing up on Lac La Belle. He attended elementary and middle school at St. Jerome Parish School...

Debbie McElligott

Debbie McElligott

Dec 14, 2025

Debbie McElligott

*July 28, 1954 – December 14, 2025*

Debbie, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 14th, 2025. Born on Wednesday, July 28th, 1954, Debbie lived a full and vibrant life, touching the hearts of all who knew her.

Left to cherish her memory is her devoted husband, Tom, who remained by her side through all...

Mary Jane Mroczek

Mary Jane Mroczek

Dec 11, 2025

(nee Kosmicki) Of Menomonee Falls. Born to Eternal Life December 11, 2025, age 88 years. Mary Jane was born in Stevens Point on June 2, 1937, to Valerian and Evelyn Kosmicki. She married Norbert Mroczek on May 2, 1959. Preceded in death by her parents and husband. Mary Jane is survived by her daughter Lori, sons Thomas, Jeff and Mark...

Beverly Joan "Bev" Kingery

Beverly Joan "Bev" Kingery

Dec 10, 2025

Beverly Joan “Bev” (Baumer) Kingery passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in Fox Point, Wisconsin, at the age of 86. She was preceded in death by her parents Vern and Zenith (Jackson) Baumer, her loving husband Ronald “Ron” Kingery, her younger sister Nancy (Baumer) Kingery and her brother-in-law Bob Kingery. She was the loving mother to Michele (Kingery)...

Sr. Kenneth Marie Kozal SSND

Sr. Kenneth Marie Kozal SSND

Dec 10, 2025

Born to Eternal Life on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at the age of 95.  Survived by her loving School Sisters of Notre Dame community and her sister Patricia Rosengren, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and nephews.  Preceded in death by her parents, Bert and Irene, and a brother Bob. A Wake Service will be celebrated Thursday, December 18th at 12:30 pm followed...

Galina Bat

Galina Bat

Dec 8, 2025

Galina Bat "Yacobson"

Born to Life April 4, 1945. Born to Eternal Life December 8, 2025. Visitation will be on December 11, 2025 at Schramka Funeral Home (423 N Main St Thiensville 53092) from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers please send memorials in Galina's name to Cedar Community.

https://www.cedarcommunity.org/

Judith A Brown

Judith A Brown

Dec 4, 2025

Judith Anne Brown (“Ma Brown”) age 82, of Milwaukee, WI, passed away December 4th, 2025 with family by her side.

She was born on November 3rd, 1943 in Milwaukee, WI to Fred and Sylvia Hugin. She grew up there alongside her three siblings (Carl, Mary and Bill), helping out at her parent’s bakery (Hugin’s Home Bakery), graduated from Milwaukee Lutheran High...

Gary Carleton

Gary Carleton

Dec 2, 2025

Gary William Carleton, age 82, passed away on December 2, 2025. He was born on October 15, 1943 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Gary proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from June 1963 to May 1967, a commitment he carried with honor throughout his life. Following his military service, Gary worked for the Milwaukee Gas Company (WE Energies) from 1967...

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