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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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Shirley Rydell

Shirley Rydell

Jul 26, 2021

On July 26, 2021, Shirley Rydell (nee Michalek) was called home to eternal peace. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Roman "Sam" Rydell. Shirley was the loving mother of Craig (Vicki) and Nancy. She was the world's greatest "Busie" to Emily Monfre, Emma Rydell and Abbi Rydell. Sister of the late James (the late Dolly) Michalek. A...

Chang Lin

Chang Lin

Jul 25, 2021

Born October 8, 1922 in China. Passed away on July 25, 2021.

Arlene Osieczonek

Arlene Osieczonek

Jul 21, 2021

Arlene M. Osieczonek Passed peacefully on Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at the age of 87. She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis and sons Thomas and Randy. Arlene is lovingly survived by her children Bonnie (the late John), James, Jeffrey (Teresa), and Lisa (Tom); grandchildren Sabrina, Jesse, Crystal (John), and Samuel (Kristin), Nathanial; one great-granddaughter Taylor; siblings, Janice,...

Perry Stearns

Perry Stearns

Jul 21, 2021

Perry R. Stearns of Brookfield entered the gates of heaven on Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at the age of 68. Perry was born in Waukesha on May 19, 1953, to Donald and Genevieve (nee Books) Stearns. After graduating from Waukesha South High School, he served in the US Army from 1971-1974. Stationed in Okinawa, Japan, he was assigned to the...

Evelyn Tomko

Evelyn Tomko

Jul 21, 2021

Evelyn J. Tomko Entered into Eternal Life July 21, 2021 at the age of 88 years. Beloved mother Fred, Mike (Gail), Beth (Valter) Ferrara and Dan (Nancy) Tomko. Loving grandmother of 11 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren. Dear sister of Martha. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her husband David,...

David Garms

David Garms

Jul 17, 2021

David Allan Garms On Saturday, July 17, 2021, David had an angel whisper in his ear... take my hand come with me your work here is done. The world has lost a Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Son, and Friend. Born and raised in Brookfield, WI, the youngest son of parents, Lois and the late Ralph Garms; brother of Robert,...

Shirley Orlopp

Shirley Orlopp

Jul 17, 2021

Shirley I. Orlopp (Herrmann), 91, of Walnut Shade, Missouri passed away July 17, 2021, after a short illness with family at her side. Shirley was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on September 3, 1929, to Pearl M. (Cornelius) and Erwin H. Herrmann. She was raised in Milwaukee and graduated from the Wisconsin State Teachers College (Univ. of WI at Milwaukee). After...

Mary Jasenski

Mary Jasenski

Jul 16, 2021

Mary Carol Jasenski (nee Kuhns) Passed away July 16, 2021 at the age of 90. Loving mother of David, Jay (Charlotte), Paul (Tammy) and Ann (Mark, favorite son-in-law). Preceded in death by her husband Frank, and siblings William Kuhns, Patricia Pieper and Robert Kuhns. Further survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, other relatives and friends. Mary Carol...

Wayne Krawczyk

Wayne Krawczyk

Jul 15, 2021

Born October 23, 1934. Joined his beloved wife Shirley Mae in Eternal Life on July 15, 2021 at the age of 86 years. Loving Dad of Debbie (Michael) Filo, Michael (Bonnie) Krawczyk, Sandra (Steve) Atkielski, David Krawczyk, and Barbara (Walter) Nassauer. Cherished Grandpa of Shannon (Goran), Ryan (Brittany), Jared (Kylie), Jason (Sarah), Dustin (Stacey), and Jennifer. Cherished Great-Grandpa of Luka,...

Eugene Nett

Eugene Nett

Jul 12, 2021

Eugene was born September 7, 1954, in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, son of Edwin and Agnes (Schmitz) Nett. He is survived by his siblings, Mary Lou Gilgenbach, Helen (Bill) Paquin, Grace Schroeder, Darlene (Steve) Eisenhut, nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, two infant sisters, Lois and Gladys and his sister Laurel Nett; two...

John Graeber

John Graeber

Jul 12, 2021

John A. Graeber John A. Graeber, of Menomonee Falls, WI, moved on from us on July 12th, 2021 to be with loved ones who had passed previously; his wife, Patricia A. Graeber, his daughter, Cynthia M. Graeber, his parents, George F. and Katherine A.M. Graeber and others who loved and cared for John during his lifetime. John was 90 years...

Walter Carberry

Walter Carberry

Jul 11, 2021

Walter H. Carberry Born to Eternal Life on July 11, 2021 at the age of 94. Loving father of Michael (Dawn), Michele (Daniel) Hoffmann and Clint Carberry. Proud grandpa/gramps of Justin (Katie), Kasey (Aaron), Lindsay, Shannon and Skylar. Great grandpa of 8 and great great grandpa of 5. Dear brother of Roland (Inge) Carberry. Walter will be deeply missed by...

Isolde Hay

Isolde Hay

Jul 11, 2021

Isolde W. Hay of Thiensville formerly of West Chester Illinois. Preceded in death by her husband Eugene, her parents, Herman and Betty Eckle and her dear brother Wolfgang Eckle. She is survived by her children Isabell (Kim Markert) and Thomas Hay, grandchildren Ted (Jen), Kristen, Nicole (Michael) Rivecca and great grandchildren Elise, Avery, Max and Alex. Isolde loved her job...

Joyce Wesling

Joyce Wesling

Jul 10, 2021

Joyce A. Wesling (Nee Wagner) was reunited on the 19th hole with her husband of 50 years, Dick on July 10, 2021 at the age of 86. Loving mother of Jean (Mark) Lewry, Deborah, Nancy, James (Kim), and Karen. Dear grandmother of Kristine and Melissa Lewry, Thomas, Bryce, and John Wesling. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Joyce never...

Kenneth Weske

Kenneth Weske

Jul 9, 2021

Kenneth John Weske 67, entered eternal peace on July 9, 2021. Ken was born on December 20, 1953 in Milwaukee, WI. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Marie Ann (Siegel) and Paul Emil Weske. Ken is survived by his devoted life companion and partner, James Snyder. He is further survived by his aunt, Jane (Siegel) Hoppe and...

William Chapin Iii, Major Usaf (Ret.)

William Chapin Iii, Major Usaf (Ret.)

Jul 8, 2021

William Barton Chapin III, Major USAF (Ret.) Of River Hills. Born to Life on May 14, 1934. Born to Christ on July 8th, 2021, age 87 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Carolyn Chapin (nee Bower), children Susan Stephen (Richard), Deborah Holtorf (Scott), Bart (Lisa), Scott (Danuta), and Dave (Rachel), grandchildren Cristian, Christopher, Kathy Sue,...

Raymond Kastern

Raymond Kastern

Jul 7, 2021

Raymond H. Kastern III died unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, July 7. Ray was a beloved father, son, grandson, uncle and friend. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish and hunt. Many of his favorite memories took place "Up North" with family and friends. Ray also loved sports, and rooted for the Brewers and Packers, for better or...

Janice Duquaine

Janice Duquaine

Jul 6, 2021

Janice A. Duquaine (nee Trimberger) of Hartford Born to Life May 30, 1939. Born to Eternal Life July 6, 2021 Preceded in death by her parents James and Theresa, brother James, and brother in law Kenneth. Survived by her husband, of 62 years, Robert, children Debbie Moll, Doug (Michele), Daniel (Donna), Susan (Russ) Oechsner and son in law Randy Moll....

Mary Truss

Mary Truss

Jul 5, 2021

(nee Butzlaff) Born to Eternal Life on July 5, 2021 at the age of 101 years. Preceded in death by beloved husband Stanley along with sons Dennis and David (Sandra). Dearest mother of Donna Martin and loving grandmother of Kristie (William) Christopherson, Kara Arndt, Kandice (Nathan) Kaercher, Kevin (Vanessa) Greene. Cherished GG of Taylor, Summor, Lillian, Jacob, Tanner, Logan, Quinn,...

John Schauss

John Schauss

Jul 2, 2021

John David Schauss "Jack", passed away peacefully at his home on July 2, 2021. John was born December 18, 1942 in Wausau, WI to John and Lydia Schauss. He attended Wausau East High School. He later joined the Army in 1961 and was stationed at Sandia Base New Mexico and later stationed in Fischbach, Germany. Upon completing military service in...

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