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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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Monika Brust

Monika Brust

May 4, 2020

Monika Hess Brust, our vibrant, beautiful Hungarian gypsy, entered Heaven on May 4, 2020. Born on February 10, 1935 in Musci, Hungary, she was the oldest of 3 children born to Stefan and Elizabeth (Mueller) Ruppert. Monika, her parents, and two brothers Peter and Larry, were forced to flee their home and farm in Hungary following WWII, and create a...

Arlene Mroczkowski

Arlene Mroczkowski

May 2, 2020

(Nee Kupkowski) Born to eternal life surrounded by her loving family on May 2, 2020 at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late Clemens. Dearest mother of Judith (Martin) Demeter, Susan (Donald) Kerber, and James (Janet) Mroczkowski. Proud grandmother of Timothy, Daniel (Abigail), Thomas Demeter and Megan (Gregory) Holdahl, Andrew and Brian Kerber, and Eddie and the late...

Evelyn Wanta

Evelyn Wanta

May 1, 2020

Evelyn Emily Wanta (nee Campos) passed away on May 1, 2020. She was born March 18, 1928 in Manila, The Philippines to Caroline (Drake) and Lorenzo Campos. She immigrated to Milwaukee, WI where she met and married Stephen B. Wanta. They were married for one day shy of 58 years until his death on May 31, 2005. A dentist by...

Ross Hopfensperger

Ross Hopfensperger

May 1, 2020

Has taken his final ride on May 1, 2020 at the age of 67. Beloved brother of Janet (the late Donald) Dewey and Dennis (Barbara) Hopfensperger. Loving uncle of David, Christopher, Edward, Cynthia, Kristine and James. Dear nephew of Myrna Hopfensperger. Further survived by cousins, other relatives and many friends. Ross was preceded in death by his parents Vilas and...

Shirley Stich

Shirley Stich

Apr 30, 2020

SHIRLEY ANN STICH (STOUT) Shirley was born to Delbert Stout and Erma Nagy on October 29, 1929. She passed away on April 30, 2020 at the age of 90. She attended Riverside High School and has 1 sister (Betty) and 2 brothers (Don and Delbert) who she was very close to. Shirley met her husband, Norb, after high school on...

Margaret Dubnicka

Margaret Dubnicka

Apr 30, 2020

Margaret C. Dubnicka (nee Frank) of Menomonee Falls. Born to Eternal Life April 30, 2020 surrounded by her family at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the Late Stanley. Dear mother of Thomas (Sue), William (Sue), Jayne (Michael) Koel and John Dubnicka. Proud grandma, great grandma and great great grandma of many. Loving sister of Mildred Wierl and Shirley...

Margaret Ziegler

Margaret Ziegler

Apr 28, 2020

Age 93, was born to eternal life on Tuesday, April 28, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband, Delbert Ziegler, and her parents, Hugo and Hilma Olson. She was born in Chicago on October 12, 1926. She is survived by her son David, her son Paul and Paul's spouse Sue Ziegler. She is further survived by her grandsons...

Kenneth Tomic

Kenneth Tomic

Apr 26, 2020

Ken went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 26, 2020 after complications with Covid-19, he was 78 years old. Ken was born in Germany and came to the U.S. when he was a young boy. He grew up in South Milwaukee where he graduated and married his high school sweetheart Adrienne (Thompson). They were married...

Edward Strom

Edward Strom

Apr 26, 2020

Our husband, father, uncle, sibling walked on and peacefully left his 84 year earthly presence behind before dawn on Sunday, April 26, 2020, on what would prove to be a warm, sunny spring day. He will be immortalized in our memories and our stories. Ed was always quick to share a smile or extend his hand to assist others. He...

Sr. Gabriel Mary Spaeth Ssnd

Sr. Gabriel Mary Spaeth Ssnd

Apr 24, 2020

Born to Eternal Life April 24, 2020, age 87. Survived by her sisters Sr. Laura Jean SSND, Lucy (David) Bingen, Mary (Lloyd) Verhaalen, her brothers Jerome (Diane), Tony (Mary Jane), Bernard (Trish), Ronald (Helen), Richard (Judy), Sister-in-law Ruth and nieces, nephews and the SSND Community. Preceded in death by her parents Isadore and Loraine, her sister Alice Adelmeyer (Merlin) and...

Marjorie Rosenek

Marjorie Rosenek

Apr 22, 2020

Marjorie "Marge" H. Rosenek FRANKLIN – (nee Majeski) Born to Eternal Life April 22, 2020, passed away peacefully at the age of 100. Reunited with her beloved husband, Leonard. Dear daughter of the late Frank and Agnes Majeski. Wonderful mom to Mary (Clem) Lemanczyk, Carol "Cary" (Dave) Tianen, Terri (Bob) Lawler and Margaret "Marge" (Dave) Pugh, and special nephew Rich...

Frederick Wiedmeyer

Frederick Wiedmeyer

Apr 21, 2020

Frederick N. Wiedmeyer, Age 68, passed away Tuesday April 21, 2020 in Menomonee Falls, WI. He was born May 27, 1951 in Theresa, WI. Fred enjoyed golfing, hunting, pool, horseshoes and spending time with family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Florence, and his siblings, Andy, Wally, Phyllis, Shirley, and Patricia. Fred is survived...

Arleen Herman

Arleen Herman

Apr 16, 2020

Arleen E. Herman (nee Koester) Passed away surrounded by her daughter and family on Thursday, April 16, 2020 at the age of 101 years. She was born on September 15, 1918 in Milwaukee, WI to Wilma and Walter Koester. She is survived by her daughter Audrey J. Crowell (Art), her grandsons Adam (Stephani), Joseph (Mary) and Brian (Holly). She also...

Sr. Melmarie Stoll Ssnd

Sr. Melmarie Stoll Ssnd

Apr 16, 2020

Born to Eternal Life April 16, 2020, age 91. Survived by nieces, nephews and the SSND Community. Preceded in death by her parents Peter and Elsa, brothers George, Edward, Thomas and Jerry and sisters Rosemary (Sr. Ara Coeli SSND) and Margaret Mary (Sr. Marie Gabriel SSND) A Memorial Mass and celebration of life will be planned at a later date....

Katherine Schuh

Katherine Schuh

Apr 15, 2020

It is with sorrowful hearts that we mourn the loss of a beloved mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother and great-great-grandmother. Katharina (Katherine) Helena Schuh nee Guenzler passed away on April 15, 2020. She passed from underlying health conditions due to Covid-19. She was 84 years old. Katherine was born on March 25, 1936 in Florsheim am Main, Germany. Daughter of the late...

Delores Buraczewski

Delores Buraczewski

Apr 13, 2020

Passed away peacefully on Monday, April 13, 2020, at the age of 89, after a long struggle with Alzheimer's. Survived by children, Sandy (Jeff) Balzer, Brian (Janet) Buraczewski and granddaughter, Jackie; friends and extended family. Delores was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Ellie Callewegge; husband, Chet Buraczewski and granddaughter, Jamie Balzer. Special thanks to the staff of...

Sr. Mary Francele Sherburne Ssnd

Sr. Mary Francele Sherburne Ssnd

Apr 9, 2020

Born to Eternal Life April 9, 2020, age 99. Survived by her sister Cecile Smith, nieces, nephews and the SSND Community. Preceded in death by her parents Frank and Cecile, brothers Robert, Richard and William and sister Mary Clare. A Memorial Mass and celebration of life will be planned at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation to...

Sr. Margaret Mary Janke Ssnd

Sr. Margaret Mary Janke Ssnd

Apr 8, 2020

Born to Eternal Life April 8, 2020, age 89. Survived by the SSND Community. Preceded in death by her parents Elmer and Mary. A Memorial Mass and celebration of life will be planned at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the School Sisters of Notre Dame Retirement Fund would be appreciated.

Linda Parys

Linda Parys

Apr 8, 2020

Passed away peacefully on April 8, 2020 at the age of 69. Loving wife to Robert Parys. Dear mother to Ryan (Jodie) Parys and Elliot Parys. Grandmother to Alexander Parys. Also survived by brothers Jerry, Wayne, Joe, Gary and recently passed Allan and sisters Elizabeth and Janice. Sister-in-law to Jane (Todd) Parys-Borden. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, services will be held...

Sr. Mary Regine Collins Ssnd

Sr. Mary Regine Collins Ssnd

Apr 6, 2020

Born to Eternal Life April 6, 2020, age 95. Survived by her sisters Rosalie, Rita, Pauline, Eleanor and Miriam, brothers Jim and Jude, nieces, nephews and the SSND Community. Preceded in death by her parents Richard and Jenny, brother Gerard and sisters Catherine, Teresa and Virginia. A Memorial Mass and celebration of life will be planned at a later date....

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