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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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Virginia Nelsen

Virginia Nelsen

Dec 25, 2020

(nee Kranz) Born to Life on August 9, 1926 to Joseph Kranz and Anna Mueller Kranz. Born to Eternal Life on December 25, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Robert L. Nelsen. Dear mother of Robert J. (Susy) and Thomas Nelsen. Loving grandmother of Janelle (Matt) Peters, Shannon (Kieran) Rowe, and Holly (Dustin) Lawrence. Loving great-grandmother of Reilly, Jordan, Madeline,...

Suzanne Barthel

Suzanne Barthel

Dec 23, 2020

Suzanne "Suzi" Barthel, aged 70, died at her home in Mequon, WI on December 23, 2020. She is survived by her husband, Andy Barthel, her daughter, Sheri (Peter Sternkopf) Kroes, and her step-son, Joe Barthel. Suzi was born on November 27, 1950 in San Antonio, TX to Joseph Otho Kaiser and Grace Marie Smith. In her late teens, Suzi moved...

Sr. Ellen Lorenz

Sr. Ellen Lorenz

Dec 22, 2020

Please share your favorite memory of Sr. Ellen to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.

Jimmy Gadberry

Jimmy Gadberry

Dec 19, 2020

Jimmy Lee Gadberry, age 78, passed away in his sleep on December 19, 2020 after a short battle with cancer. He was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin and graduated from Waukesha South High School in June 1960. Jimmy married Judith Becker in March 1964 and served in the US Army from 1966-1968. Jimmy was a talented brick, block and stone mason...

Roman Haack

Roman Haack

Dec 18, 2020

With profound sadness we announce the passing of our loving and devoted father Roman "Butch" G. Haack, age 82 of Montello. He passed away on Friday, December 18, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison after a long battle with several health conditions. Roman was born in Milwaukee and married to Lois Haack in December of 1961. Roman spent most...

Dorothy Tueller

Dorothy Tueller

Dec 17, 2020

Tueller, Dorothy (nee Bartelt) of Palmyra, WI found peace on December 17 at the age of 94. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Charles who passed in 2006. Dorothy is survived by children Lawrence of Newport, TN., Michael (Lucille) of Milwaukee and Carol (the late Dan) Arnson of North Prairie, brother Rudolph Bartelt, Jr. of Jacksonville, FL,...

John Hotz

John Hotz

Dec 16, 2020

John Jacob Hotz III, Jr. Passed unexpectedly on Wed., Dec. 16, 2020, at the age of 40. He is survived by his parents John and Kathy Hotz and his sister Jennifer. Loved by his aunts Mary Cartwright, Sharon Downing, and Cheryl Hotz, his cousins Charlie, Mike, Davey, Tim, Chad, and Mike. Especially loved by his girlfriend Merlyn and his fur...

Sally Miesfeld

Sally Miesfeld

Dec 16, 2020

Sally Miesfeld Passed peacefully on December 16, 2020, at the age of 94. Born in Sheboygan, WI, the daughter of Sam and Mary Schaefer. She is preceded in death by her husband Herman Miesfeld. She will be remembered by her son, Larry (Charlene) Miesfeld and granddaughter, Heather. She is further survived by special friend, Marilyn Verish. No services will be...

Sr. Lillia Langreck Ssnd

Sr. Lillia Langreck Ssnd

Dec 14, 2020

Born to Eternal Life December 14, 2020, age 92 years. Survived by her sister Sr. Niva Langreck, SSND, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and the SSND community. Preceded in death by her parents Mary Ann and Herman, her brothers Harold, Herbert and Robert her sisters Dorothy and Marie. Private Funeral Mass and burial will be held on Thursday, January 7. In...

Sr. Michael Marie Laux Ssnd

Sr. Michael Marie Laux Ssnd

Dec 14, 2020

Born to Eternal Life December, 14, 2020, age 90 years. Survived by her sister Sr. Marie Le Clere, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and the SSND community. Preceded in death by her parents Alex and Apolonia. Her brothers Brother Michael OSB, Reverend Donald and Harold. Private Funeral Mass and burial will be held on Wednesday, December 30. In lieu of flowers,...

Sr. Joan Emily Kaul Ssnd

Sr. Joan Emily Kaul Ssnd

Dec 14, 2020

Born to Eternal Life December 14, 2020, age 95 years. Survived by her nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and the SSND community. Preceded in death by her parents Michael and Helen and her brothers Tom and Edward and her sisters Catherine and Bernadette Annis. Private Funeral Mass and burial will be held on Tuesday, January 5. In lieu of flowers, a...

Sr. Cynthia Borman Ssnd

Sr. Cynthia Borman Ssnd

Dec 14, 2020

Born to Eternal Life December 14, 2020, age 90 years. Survived by her two brothers: Bryan (Janet) and James (the late Norma Jean), four sisters: Joan (Raymond) Carey, Sandra (the late Richard) Matty, Clare (James) Perra and Cynthia Hanson, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and the SSND community. Preceded in death by her parents Viola and Harvey and her sisters: Elizabeth...

Dorothy Smith

Dorothy Smith

Dec 14, 2020

Dorothy E. Smith Born April 8, 1928, Born to Eternal Life December 14, 2020 at the age of 92. Preceded in death by her loving husband Harry K. Smith of 46 years. Mother of Christine (Steve) Stenz, Edward (Deborah) Taulman, and Robert Taulman. Loving Step-Mother of Judy (Bob Johnson), Janice (Paul) Mac Comber, and the late Gary Smith. Loving grandmother...

Arthur Mugurdumov

Arthur Mugurdumov

Dec 14, 2020

The funeral service for Arthur will be livestreamed via our Facebook page on Thursday, December 17 at 11 AM Central Time. Follow the link below to our page. The livestream will show up as a video a few minutes before 11 AM, and will be available to watch after the service as well. https://www.facebook.com/SchramkaFuneralHomes/

Irma Kohl

Irma Kohl

Dec 13, 2020

Irma Kohl Born to Eternal Life on December 13, 2020 at the age of 91 years. Preceded in death by her parents Peter and Cora (Baumgartner) Kohl and her 5 siblings. Survived by her sister-in-law Carol (the late Joseph) Kohl, nieces, nephews and other relatives. A private family Mass and celebration of her life will be held.

Sr. Mary Alexius Portz Ssnd

Sr. Mary Alexius Portz Ssnd

Dec 13, 2020

Born to Eternal Life December 13, 2020, age 96 years. Survived by her nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and the SSND community. Preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Caroline. Her brothers Alex, William and Reverend Bernard Portz. Private Funeral Mass and burial will be held on Monday, December 28. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the School Sisters...

Sr. Dorothy Macintyre Ssnd

Sr. Dorothy Macintyre Ssnd

Dec 11, 2020

Born to Eternal Life December 11, 2020, age 88 years. Survived the SSND community. Preceded in death by her parents Chester and Margaret and her brother William. Private Funeral Mass and burial will be held on Tuesday, December 22. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the School Sisters of Notre Dame Retirement Fund would be appreciated.

Orville Disch

Orville Disch

Dec 11, 2020

Orville Alexander Disch passed away December 11, 2020 just as the first freshly fallen snow lay on the ground. He died of a broken heart, 33 days after his beloved wife of 74 years, Dorothy Marie (Troy) Disch died of COVID-19. Born October 30, 1921 in New Glarus, WI. Preceded in death by his parents Herman Martin Disch and Dorothy...

Haile Ghebrehiwot

Haile Ghebrehiwot

Dec 10, 2020

December 10, 2020, age 54 years. Visitation Friday, December 18, from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM at the Schramka Funeral Home, 13220 W. Capitol Dr., Brookfield. Processing to Pinelawn Memorial Park after the visitation for a 12 NOON graveside. Masks are mandatory at the visitation and the family asks that you observe social distancing and please try to keep it...

Ronald Wrasse

Ronald Wrasse

Dec 10, 2020

Please share your favorite memory of Ronald to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.

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