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Recent Obituaries in South Milwaukee, WI

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the South Milwaukee, WI area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Donald Haas

Donald Haas

Oct 10, 2015

Haas, Donald was reunited with his wife, Marion, on October 10, 2015 at the age of 91. Loving father to Timothy (Mary) Haas and Donna (Glenn) Dotson. Proud grandfather to Sarah Mullen, Sharon Haas, Samantha (Chris) Edgerton, and Christopher Dotson. Great-grandfather to Ryan, Jaren, Levi, Jesse, Christopher Jr., Riley, and Wyatt. Brother to Lorraine Werner, Ethel Carnes, Elaine Jung, Margaret...

Bernard Sopinski

Bernard Sopinski

Oct 9, 2015

Sopinski, Bernard, of Minocqua, WI formerly of South Milwaukee, WI, quietly passed away on October 9, 2015 after a long illness. Bernie was married to Sylvia Mecikalski (predeceased by 10 years) for 51 years. He is survived by his children, Amy (Darrell) Bushnell of Granada, Nicaragua; Kay (Steve) Peterson of Altoona, WI; Joyce Sopinski Troy of Boulder, CO; and David...

Anita Jankowski

Anita Jankowski

Oct 7, 2015

Jankowski, Anita T. (nee Loos) was reunited with her husband, Michael F., and her son, Jerome, on October 7, 2015 at the age of 85. Loving mother of Carol (David) Schmidt, Michael J. (Linda), Kathleen (Philip) Marchese, Julie (Scott) Owen, and Vicki (Gregory) Fries. Beloved grandmother of Colleen, Jason, Brian, Andrew, Kelly, Corey, Melissa, Allyson, Scott Jr., Jordan, Olivia, and...

Robert Hanson

Robert Hanson

Oct 7, 2015

Hanson, Robert W. Passed away peacefully on October 7, 2015 surrounded by family at the age of 82. Loving father to Greg (Arlene) Hanson, Mark Hanson, Debbie (Jeff) Luther. Grandfather to Jonathan, Christina, Sid, Melanie, Joe, and Sarah. Preceded in death by his wife Kathleen, brother Donald and grandson Aaron.

Richard Stubbe

Richard Stubbe

Oct 7, 2015

Stubbe, Richard C. Of Cudahy, passed away October 7, 2015 at the age of 75 years. Beloved husband of the late Sandra Stubbe. Loving father of John (Kari) Stubbe, Jennifer (Keith) Perkins, and Karen (Mike) Broeckel. Proud grandfather of Paige, Cody, and Madysen. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial service Friday, October 16, at 5:00PM at...

Harry Panosian

Harry Panosian

Oct 7, 2015

Panosian, Harry J. was reunited with his wife, Dorothy "Dottie," on October 7, 2015 at the age of 91. Loving father to Patrick (Susan), Jane (Steve), Greg, Peggy (Brian), and Diane. Proud grandpa to Nick, Melissa, Chelsea, Jack, Peter, and Ben. Great-Grandpa to Nick Jr., and Brianna. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Visitation at Molthen-Bell Funeral...

Ursula Bruening

Ursula Bruening

Oct 5, 2015

Bruening, Ursula E. (nee Sailer) Of South Milwaukee, Born to eternal life October 5, 2015 at the age of 77 years. Beloved wife of Lloyd Bruening for 54 years. Loving mother of Roger (Debbie) Bruening, Jennifer (Dan) Castle, and Jacqueline (Bob) Hebein. Proud grandma to Ryan Castle, Adam (Stacey) Pearce, Tony (Kim) Castle, Andrea (Luke) Peterson, Jake Pearce, and Joshua...

Doris Reusser

Doris Reusser

Oct 3, 2015

Reusser, Doris Mae Passed away on October 3, 2015 at the age of 90. Doris was born July 31, 1925 to her parents Arthur and Jenny Basterash and was married on June 23, 1945 to her loving husband John for 68 years prior to his passing. The Family rejoices in her heavenly reunion with her parents and husband and other...

Anthony Slusar

Anthony Slusar

Oct 2, 2015

Slusar, Anthony C. "Tony" "Deta" Tony, 86, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 2, 2015 at St. Luke's South Shore Hospital surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness. Born April 13, 1929, the 8th child and 7th son of Anton and Elizabeth (Halambeic) Slusar. Preceded to heaven by his beloved first grandchild, Jared Costa, his parents, and other...

Patricia Fenger

Patricia Fenger

Sep 28, 2015

Fenger, Patricia M. passed away at home on September 28, 2015. Beloved wife of William "Bill". Visitation at Divine Mercy Church on Marquette Ave. on Saturday, October 10, 2015 from 9:00 AM-10:30 AM. Mass of Christian Burial at church on Saturday at 10:30 AM. Private interment. Memorials to the Wisconsin Lions Foundation or Global Partners Running Waters are appreciated.

Elizabeth Jandegian

Elizabeth Jandegian

Sep 22, 2015

Jandegian, Elizabeth J. (nee Dixon) Born to Eternal Life on Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at the age of 91. Preceded in death by her husband Michael. Survived by her sister Patricia Kowski (nee Dixon) nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends including her step-sons Rick and Jeff and step-grandson Brian. Memorial visitation on Friday, October 2 at the...

Emma Dick

Emma Dick

Sep 19, 2015

Emma R. Dick was reunited with her beloved husband, Vernon, on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at the age of 90. Emma was a life-long resident of Oak Creek, born on August 31, 1925 the daughter of John and Clara (nee Hahn) Hauerwas. She was raised on the family farm and graduated from South Milwaukee High School in 1943. On October...

Robert Emmer

Robert Emmer

Sep 16, 2015

Emmer, Robert V. Passed away surrounded by loved ones on September 16, 2015, at the age of 85. Loving husband of Shirley (nee Richards). Beloved father to Sharla (Gilles) Fouquet, Suzette Emmer, Stacey (Marty) Henne, Cindy (Milan) Maksimovic and Curt (Holly) Emmer. Grandfather to Raymie (Bee) Grundhoefer, Xander Emmer, Jenny (Tom) Barbian, Mandie (Brad) Jeske, Marisa (Michael) and Marcus (Hannah)...

Marian Scott

Marian Scott

Sep 15, 2015

Scott, Marian (nee Lesch) passed away at the age of 65 on September 15, 2015. Beloved wife to Michael. Loving sister to Margaret (Don) Burg. She will be deeply missed by her furry companion, Midnight. Preceded in death by her parents, James & Esther, and her sister, Joyce. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation will be 9:30AM-11:30AM at...

James Wallschlaeger

James Wallschlaeger

Sep 10, 2015

Wallschlaeger, James R. passed away on September 10, 2015. Loving father to Jessica (Jon) Phillips, Jill, John, and Julie. Proud grandfather to 4 granddaughters. He shared his life with Terry for 22 years. Son to Barbara. Brother to Tom (Nancy), Jill (Paul) Lee, Karen (Jack) Friess, Rob, Bill (Susan), and John. Preceded in death by his father, James. There will...

Karl Nimphius

Karl Nimphius

Sep 10, 2015

Karl Heinz Nimphius, 93, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2015. He is reunited with the love of his life, his wife, Esther. Loving father to Kris (John) Richardson-Smith, Karla (Clarence) Harris, and Kurt (Krista). Cherished "Opa" to Casey (Jacob Wood) Harris, Claren Harris, Jason (Lindsey) Richardson, Andrea (Brian) Heneghan, Paul (Sandy) Smith, and Megan (Graham) Cheetham, 7 great-grandchildren, family...

Barbara Anuszewski

Barbara Anuszewski

Sep 10, 2015

Anuszewski, Barbara A. (nee Golabiewski) was reunited with her husband, Robert, on September 10, 2015 at the age of 76. Beloved mother to Susan (Jeff) Slogaski, Mark (Anita), and Kim. Loving grandmother to Rebecca, Jacob, and Marena. Sister to Ruth (Whitey) Edwardsen and sister-in-law to Frances Fleischman. Further survived by other family, friends, and neighbors. Visitation at Molthen-Bell Funeral Home...

Marilyn Grady

Marilyn Grady

Aug 31, 2015

Grady, Marilyn was reunited with her beloved husband, Walter, on August 31, 2015. Loving mother to Lisa. Preceded in death by her sons Patrick and Michael; her parents, Marie and Charlie "Poppy;" her sister, Joan; her brother-in-law, Gerry; and many close family members. Survived by nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law in New York and Wisconsin, and many close and dear...

Claudio Martinez

Claudio Martinez

Aug 29, 2015

Martinez, Claudio Of Milwaukee, formerly of Racine, Born to eternal life August 29, 2015 at the age of 93 years. Beloved husband of the late Teofila Martinez. Loving father of Edward (Sue) Perez, Juan (Emma) Alejos, Carmen (Ruben) Perez, Alex (RoseAnn) Lopez, Connie (Jose G.) Lozoya, Linda (Alejandro) Juarez, Ernest (Martha) Martinez, the late Sylvia Ayala, and Dora (Brian) Hanson....

Johna Tiedke

Johna Tiedke

Aug 27, 2015

Tiedke, Johna T. Of Oak Creek, Born to eternal life August 27, 2015 at the age of 64 years. Loving sister of Amy (Jim) Rolain. Preceded in death by her parents; John and Beverly Tiedke, and her brothers; Paul and Todd Tiedke. Memorial service on Thursday, September 3, at 5:00PM at the funeral home. Memorial gathering on Thursday from 3:00PM...

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