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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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Ruth Osowski

Ruth Osowski

Jan 15, 2021

Ruth Osowski nee Matson was born into eternal life on Friday, January 15th, 2021 peacefully in her sleep. She grew up with a large loving family, preceded in death by her parents Theresa and Clarence; brothers Gordon (Kathy) Matson, Vernon (Bernice) Matson, sisters Lorraine (Jim) Galles, Betty (Robert) Wubker and Mary (Carl) Porupcan, son-in-law Victor Orlikowski, who will all be...

Gerald Schiller

Gerald Schiller

Jan 15, 2021

Born to Eternal Life January 15, 2021, age 94 years. Beloved husband of the late Patricia J. (nee Goralski). Dear father of Jackie (David) Malson, CeCe (Jeff) King, and Dale (Marla). Also survived by 6 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his 4 sisters. Funeral Mass Thursday, January 21, 11:00 AM at St. Dominic Catholic...

William Rodenbeck

William Rodenbeck

Jan 14, 2021

William 'Bill' John Rodenbeck passed away peacefully on January 14, 2021 at the age of 93, after fighting a tough battle with complications of Parkinson's Disease. He is preceded in death by his parents Edwin & Helen Hooper Rodenbeck of Fort Wayne, IN. He is survived by his brother Ron of Fort Wayne IN, his daughters; Louise "Lisa" Rodenbeck Lockman...

Russell Straub

Russell Straub

Jan 13, 2021

Born to Eternal Life on Wed., Jan. 13, 2021, at the age of 96. Loving husband of the late Ann Straub. Beloved father of Barbara Jean Petersen, Michael John Straub, John Gregory Straub, Jo Ann Marie Hyde and Susan Mary Maliszko. Proud grandpa of Amanda Ayala, Tracy Lutkus, Erik Jensen, Dane Jensen, Kimberly Straub, Cole Tyler Hyde, David Jorden Hyde,...

Walter Smith

Walter Smith

Jan 12, 2021

Walter J. "Wally" Smith Of Milwaukee Born to Eternal Life on January 12, 2021 at the age of 90. Beloved husband of Lois (nee Niehoff). Loving father of Sandi (Bill Knotek) Smith and Mary (Mark) Wolff. Proud grandpa of Amanda (Nate) Mork, Michael (Amy) May, Nick (Luci Trebatoski) May, Ava Anne and Seth Wolff. Great Grandpa of Giovanni, Elena, Evan,...

Barbara Domoracki

Barbara Domoracki

Jan 12, 2021

(nee Budish) Age 82 years, was welcomed into Eternal Life January 12, 2021. Preceded in death by her husband Vernon, son Christopher (Gail), and daughter Patricia (Elvia Elizondo). Loving, strong, and feisty mother of Linda (Craig) Sertzel, Janine (David) Hendrickson, and Elizabeth (Gregg) Domoracki. Proud Grandma of Michael and James Domoracki; Tyler and Taylor Lehr, and Great-Grandma to Ryleigh. Barbara...

Donald Roeder

Donald Roeder

Jan 8, 2021

Roeder, Donald A. Entered Eternal Life, on January 8th, 2021 at the age of 93, where he was reunited with his wife, Janet and son, Darrel. Devoted Father of Keneth (Lori) Roeder and daughter-in-law Ann Roeder. Loving Grandfather of Jennifer (Cory) Cipra, Zachary (Robyn) Roeder, Daniel (Melina), Matthew and Christina (Allen Neibauer) Roeder. Adoring Great Grandfather of Mikaya, Isaiah, Autumn,...

Patrick Mckenna

Patrick Mckenna

Jan 7, 2021

On Thursday January 7, 2021, Patrick A. McKenna, a long time Wisconsin resident passed away at home in Milwaukee. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, including a Masters degree in Political Science, he was a staunch defender of the Constitution and the protections it affords all citizens, especially those with special needs. He was keenly observant of the political...

Elise Rieder

Elise Rieder

Jan 7, 2021

Elise B. Rieder Went Home to her Savior on January 7, 2021, on her 81st birthday. Loving Wife of the late Alan J. "Big Al" Rieder. Dear mother of Mark (Ann) Rieder and Kenneth (Cindy) Rieder. Loving grandmother of Anthony, Rebecca and Jonathon Rieder. Dear sister of Clarence and Gordon Mason. Sister-in-law to Jerry Rieder and Jane Welch. Further survived...

Marian Held

Marian Held

Jan 7, 2021

Marian Elizabeth Held (nee Spindler), 82, of Mequon, passed away January 7, 2021, in the home she shared with her beloved family for the final 52 years of her life. She and her late husband, Ronald, were married June 24th, 1961 and enjoyed 48 wonderful years together before Ron's passing in 2009. Marian is survived by four children, Diane (Mark)...

Roger Schaefer

Roger Schaefer

Jan 6, 2021

Roger R. Schaefer Milwaukee- Found peace on January 6, 2021. at the age of 85. Son of the late Roland and Mabel Schaefer. Beloved husband of Rita Schaefer (nee Davis) of 56 years. Proud loving father of Douglas (Janet), Matthew (Kerstin), Tiffany (Adam) Hicks. Loving Ampa to Landreya (Malcolm), Miranda (Marcus), Tori and Danny. Caring great-ampa to Malyha, Lucian, Asriel,...

Sr. Mary Luke Baldwin

Sr. Mary Luke Baldwin

Jan 4, 2021

Born to Eternal Life January 4, 2021, age 97 years. Survived by her distant cousins, friends and the SSND community. Preceded in death by her parents Wallace and Magdalen and her brother Fred and wife Millie. Private Funeral Mass and burial will be held on Tuesday, January 19. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the School Sisters of Notre...

Frank Mikulec

Frank Mikulec

Jan 3, 2021

Francis S. Mikulec, 90, known as "Frank" among his friends, passed away peacefully in Mequon, WI on January 3, 2021. He was born on October 25, 1930 in Milwaukee, WI to Joseph S. and Mary K. (Glocka) Mikulec. Growing up he participated in the Slovak Catholic Sokol Drum and Bugle Corp and track. At Messmer High School he met his...

Paul Tuschel

Paul Tuschel

Jan 2, 2021

Born to Eternal Life January 2, 2021, age 72 years. Preceded in death by his parents Leon Tuschel Sr. and Cecelia Moore Tuschel, and his brother Leon Tuschel Jr. Loving brother of Linda (Richard) Bryl, David (Karen) Tuschel, and Mark Tuschel. Dear uncle of Adrienne (Brian) Armitage, Andrew (Amy) Bryl, Alyssa Bryl, and Erika Tuschel. Also survived by other relatives...

Scott Schrank

Scott Schrank

Jan 1, 2021

Scott Allan Schrank met his Savior on January 1, 2021 at the age of 58. There to welcome him in heaven were his wife Gail, and his parents Frederick and Janet Schrank. Scott is survived by sons Marshall (Natasha), Spencer (Suzanne), and Dereck, grandchildren Kali and Arthur, sister Sue (Bob) Patten, nephews Robert, Zachary (Angie), and Justin (Katy), along with...

Bernard Spiegelberg

Bernard Spiegelberg

Jan 1, 2021

Bernard "Bernie" N. Spiegelberg Went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 1, 2021, at the age of 90. Preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Meta (nee Nielsen) Spiegelberg, and his sister, Estelle Vaichinger. Loving father of David, Daniel, Lisa (Guy) Warriner, Julie (Michael) Davis, and Nina (Ron) Stanossek. Proud Opa of Lindsey (Joe) Koffman,...

Kenneth Steib

Kenneth Steib

Jan 1, 2021

Our fearless fighter who faced his life and illnesses with courage, perseverance, and dignity, entered Eternal Life with Our Lord on January 1, 2021. There to welcome him were his two infant sons, Kenneth and Joseph, and his parents Benedict and Adeline (nee Liedtke) Steib. Ken was born on August 11, 1932. Ken attended St. Robert grade school and graduated...

George Miner

George Miner

Jan 1, 2021

George H. Miner North Prairie – Passed peacefully at his home on Jan. 1, 2021 at the age of 76. Loving husband of Donna (nee Holberg) of 56 years. Beloved Dad of Shelley (Scott) Kienast, and Doug (Cherish) Miner. Proud grandpa of Amber (Vince) Jakubek, Brandon (Amanda) Kienast, Bristol, Dayton, and Loudon Miner. Great-grandpa of Madison and George. He is...

Thomas Klein

Thomas Klein

Dec 30, 2020

Born to Eternal Life December 30, 2020, age 58 years. Dear brother of Amy (Steve) Masters. Fond brother-in-law of Judy Klein. Loving uncle of Michelle Masters, Melissa Masters, Maxwell Klein, and Heidi Lund. Preceded in death by his dear mother and father Allan and Eunice Klein, and brother Mark Klein. Tom will be dearly missed by his family, friends and...

Joy Wehausen

Joy Wehausen

Dec 27, 2020

Joy A. Wehausen (nee Kreiser) Passed away peacefully December 27, 2020 at the age of 63. Beloved wife of Karl for 36 years. Loving mother of Jon. Dear sister of Scott Kreiser, Kevin (Cathy) Kreiser, and Jay (Jean) Kreiser. Adored aunt of Robert Kreiser (Laura), Leslie Bojar (William), Emyli Kreiser, and Kennidi Kreiser. Preceded in death by her parents Howard...

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