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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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Richard Retzer

Richard Retzer

Jul 30, 2025

Richard "Dick" Retzer Age 93- passed away peacefully in his sleep at Vista Pointe Assisted Living in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin on July 30, 2025. He is survived by sons Drew and Ross and numerous nephews and nieces. Preceded in death by his wife Barbara (Kahn) Retzer, siblings Robert Retzer, Dorothy Wedemeyer, and Evelyn Morris and many other friends and relatives....

William Katheiser

William Katheiser

Jul 28, 2025

Bill passed away surrounded by his loving family on July 28, 2025. He was welcomed by his parents William and Lois and his sister Jodi. Keeping his memory alive are his beloved Cindy, his children Jill (Victor) Manson, Jana and Jacob (Boy) Katheiser, grandchildren Bentley and Jaylin Katheiser, sisters Sue (Kevin) Fox, Sandy ( Justin) Boyd and Amy Katheiser.  and...

Jan Wrecza

Jan Wrecza

Jul 26, 2025

Jan Matthew Wrecza Born on May 1, 1952 and found peace on July 26, 2025. Beloved husband of 43 years to Elizabeth. Proud father to Matthew Louis (Leah). Loving Papa to grandchildren Gabriel and Elouise Wrecza and Wyatt. Beloved brother to Carol (Sidney) Sand, of Colorado. Uncle and special friend to Christian Hellmer (Maria), great-uncle to Ian and Corina Hellmer...

Dolores Hallett

Dolores Hallett

Jul 26, 2025

Dolores "Dolly" Marie Hallett Devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Dolores "Dolly" Hallett. 93 died Saturday, July 26, 2025, with her family by her side. Dolores "Dolly" married Frederick Hallett 66 years ago. The two were each other's lifelong companions and friends. They were blessed with eight children. Dolly was an avid reader and loved spending time with her grandchildren...

Beverly Steinke

Beverly Steinke

Jul 23, 2025

Beverly Johann Steinke (nee Saeger) 92 was born to eternal life on July 23, 2025.  Bev was born on September 28 th , 1932 at Milwaukee Country General Hospital and grew up on 12 th street in Milwaukee as one of 4 children.  She met the love of her life Erwin "Duke" Steinke in the alleyway between their houses the...

Suzanne Booz

Suzanne Booz

Jul 22, 2025

Suzanne was born Sept. 22, 1936, in Milwaukee, WI, to Evelyn and Arthur Laubach. She devoted herself to her family and parishioners of St. James Catholic Church in Mequon and later St. Cecelia in Thiensville, often soloing for church choirs, funerals, and weddings. Suzanne was well known in the community as a piano teacher. She taught piano, arranged recitals, and...

Gerald Kessler

Gerald Kessler

Jul 20, 2025

Reunited with his beloved wife Sandra, July 20, 2025 at the age of 75 years. Loving father of Kimberly (Raul) Flores and Quinn (Frankie) Kessler. Proud grandfather of Xavier Flores and Quinncy Kessler. Dear brother of Diane, Susie, Mikey and Tina. Further survived by Susan Johnson, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A Memorial Gathering will be held on Thursday...

Shelley Burns

Shelley Burns

Jul 18, 2025

   Shelley D. Burns, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away on July 18, 2025, at the age of 64.  Born September 24, 1960, in Lake County, Ohio, Shelley led a compassionate, caring and community focused life.       Shelley is survived by her devoted husband, Douglas Burns; her cherished daughters, Jenna and Alexandra; her caring brother, Brad Dibble (Barbara) of Risingsun,...

Fr. Robert Wicht Sds

Fr. Robert Wicht Sds

Jul 13, 2025

Father Robert David Wicht SDS was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on November 15, 1938. He was one of two sons born to Henry and Isabelle (Szyfranski) Wicht. He attended St. Elizabeth Grade School in Milwaukee and St. Mary's Grace School in Oshkosh. Sensing a call to priesthood and religious life, he studied for two years at Salvatorian Seminary in St....

Ronald Van Patten

Ronald Van Patten

Jul 12, 2025

Ronald C. Van Patten, age 90, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025.   He was born in Manitowoc, WI on April 14, 1935.  Ron is survived by his daughter, Terri (Shawn) Konzal, son Bradley, grandchildren Jenna and Brady, as well as his sister Marie (Leigh) Schroeder.  He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy (Kane), parents Everett and Silvena...

Carl Papp

Carl Papp

Jul 11, 2025

Carl J. Papp, 77, of Big Bend, WI, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025. Proudly born and raised in Piggsville, WI (Milwaukee) in 1947. Carl lived a life defined by hard work, loyalty, and quiet strength. He was kind, generous, accepting, always offered a lending ear and shoulder and nonjudgemental of everyone. He proudly served in the United States...

Jerome Didier

Jerome Didier

Jul 10, 2025

Jerome "Jerry" Victor Didier, a beloved husband, father, grandpa, son, brother, godfather, andfriend to many, passed away on July 10, 2025, in Cedarburg, Wisconsin.He was born on October 19, 1939, at the home of his grandparents, Hubert and Mary Didier, on the family farm in Dacada, Wisconsin. He was raised in Saukville, where his family had deep roots. In...

Thomas Moravetz

Thomas Moravetz

Jul 9, 2025

Thomas J. Moravetz

Passed Away Peacefully Wednesday July 9, 2025, at the age of 69, after a battle with lung cancer. He will be dearly missed by his wife Elizabeth (nee Verette) of 42 years. His sons John (Laura) and Tommy (Amber) his grandchildren Jonathan, Joey, Xavier, Olivia, Jonah and Finn. His siblings John (Chris), Mary, Barb, Emmy...

Phillip Goodrich

Phillip Goodrich

Jul 5, 2025

Phillip V. Goodrich Passed away July 5, 2025 at the age of 76. He is preceded in death by his daughter Pamela LaRoche. Beloved husband of Susan (Kuehl) Goodrich. Loving father of Danny (Jill) Goodrich, Michelle (Tom) Morris, and Kenya (Scott) Johnson. Proud grandfather of Alex Derse, Timothy (Theresa) Derse Nosacek, Emily (Christian) Smolik, Alyssa Goodrich, Adrien (Maddie) Maas, and...

Patricia Wolfgram

Patricia Wolfgram

Jul 2, 2025

Pat was born on May 24th,1938 into a family that included 5 other children, a family headed by August and Rose Kohlhoff. Along with her brothers August, Bobby, Freddy, Richard and sister June, it was a sizable family that struggled during the Depression era of America. The untimely death of Pat's father left Rose to raise the children on her...

Delayne Pultz

Delayne Pultz

Jul 2, 2025

Delayne Pultz (Gustavsen) "Dee" of Milwaukee WI, age 97, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025. Delayne was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert Pultz, her parents, Morris and Alice (nee Barnekow) Gustavsen, sisters Gloria Hamilton and Janet Flejter, son Daniel Pultz, and grandson Eric Pultz. Delayne is survived by son Jeffrey Pultz (late daughter-in-law Patricia), daughter Debra...

Liam Rueth

Liam Rueth

Jun 28, 2025

Liam James Rueth was called home to the Lord on June 28, 2025 at 6:10 AM in the comfort of his own bed. He was loved by all who knew him and will be missed by his large and loving family.  Although he was only here for a short time he has touched many lives and was our family's own...

Joyce Strom

Joyce Strom

Jun 27, 2025

Joyce Ann (Lindebo) Strom crossed over to peace on June 27, 2025. Her family carries her smiling, graceful, playful and kind spirit forward in their hearts through shared memories of her 85 years, 9 months and 21 days of joyful life. Joyce was born into this world on September 6, 1939, an auspicious time in history. Her family lived on...

Lorraine Rischman

Lorraine Rischman

Jun 23, 2025

Lorraine Rischman February 23, 1948- June 23, 2025 Finally at rest with the Lord, no more pain and suffering endured from many bouts of cancer over a long time. Left behind are husband Allan M. Rischman of 53 years, son Brian Walter Rischman, eight grandchildren, and sister Linda Schultz. Preceded in death by her son Brad Allan Rischman. Further survived...

David Schmidt

David Schmidt

Jun 23, 2025

David A. Schmidt Born to Eternal Life on June 23rd, 2025, age 80. Survived by his brother, Martin (Dale) Schmidt, daughters Sarah Beackley and Jessica Schmidt, son-in-law Christopher Beackley, as well as nephews, nieces by marriage, grand-nieces, and a grand-nephew. Proceeded in death by his parents, John and Hilda (Hansel) Schmidt and wife Sandra (King) Schmidt. He was a devout...

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