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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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Leona Schein

Leona Schein

Dec 21, 2014

Schein, Leona R Passed away on December 21, 2014 at the age of 96 years. Mother of James (Julie) Braunreiter and Carol Schein. Sister of Doris Alwin. Memorial visitation Monday at the funeral home from 10-11 am with a service to follow. Molthen Bell & Sons 700 Milwaukee Ave 414-762-0154 www.molthenbell.com

David Paradise

David Paradise

Dec 20, 2014

Paradise Sr., David Passed away on December 20, 2014 at the age of 76 years. Survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Karen Paradise (nee Beck). Father of Suzanne Paradise and David Paradise Jr. Grandfather of Natalie Paradise. Also survived by his brother-in-law Kenneth (Debra) Beck, sister-in-law Sandra (Eugene) Michaels (nee Beck) and nieces. David served in the Army...

Charmaine Barrett

Charmaine Barrett

Dec 16, 2014

Barrett, Charmaine H. "Cookie" (nee Smul) of South Milwaukee, Found peace December 15, 2014 at the age of 72 years. Forever loved by Norbert Barrett, her daughters; Zeanee Richman, the late Pamela Bean, Paula (Daniel) Roark, and Tammy (Philip Toniazzo) Buckholt, Dorothy her lifetime friend, and her 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral service Thursday, December 18, at 1:00PM at...

Anthony Wawrzyniak

Anthony Wawrzyniak

Dec 15, 2014

Wawrzyniak, Anthony Frank "Tony" (age 91) formerly of South Milwaukee, WI passed away Monday, December 15, 2014 at Vitas Hospice Care. He was born July 15, 1923, to Anton and Mary Wawrzyniak. He was united in marriage to the late Mary Jane Johnson on November 20, 1948 and settled in South Milwaukee where they raised five children. After discharge as...

Alphonsus Citro

Alphonsus Citro

Dec 11, 2014

Citro, Alphonsus Joseph Born to Eternal Life on December 11, 2014 at the age of 87 years. Preceded in death by his wife, Mary (Strodel), his sons Michael, Joseph Sr. and David. Loving father of Peggy (Bill) Mitchell, Paula, Jean (the late Michael) Stemper, Vince, Caroline (Jim) McCourt, Liz (Bryan) Schreck and Phillip (Lynda). Also survived by 19 grandchildren, many...

George Bell

George Bell

Dec 10, 2014

Flag Bell George P. Of Oak Creek Passed away Dec. 9, 2014 at the age of 96 years. Beloved husband of Nora (nee Nelson) and the late Betty (nee Bruske). Loving father of Diane Zehner, Priscilla Garces, Georgia (Jim) Bell, William (Brenda) Allen, Jim (Karen) Allen, and David (Paula) Allen. Proud grandfather of 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Mass of...

Robert West

Robert West

Dec 5, 2014

ROBERT P. WEST Robert Preston West, 77, of South Milwaukee, Wisconsin, beloved husband and best friend of Patricia (McLees) West for 52 years, passed away peacefully after a brave battle with cancer surrounded by the ones he laughed with, lived for, and loved on December 5, 2014. He was predeceased by his brothers, Richard and Arthur West, his dearly loved...

Roger Reed

Roger Reed

Dec 3, 2014

Reed, Roger L. Passed away on December 3, 2014 at the age of 70 years. Loving husband and best friend to Marge. Father to Greg (Jenny), Mike, Jenny (Mike) Donaldson. Proud grandpa of Luke, Christine, Emerson and Jack. Loving brother of Roberta (Peter) Crapitto, Randy (Charlotte) Reed. Celebration of Life today (Sunday) at Pat's Oak Manor (1804 15th Ave) at...

Janet Morchinek

Janet Morchinek

Dec 2, 2014

Morchinek, Janet L. Passed away peacefully on December 2, 2014 at the age of 70 years. Loving wife of August for 47 years. Mother of Patricia (Jes Arnold) and Michael (Michele). Grandmother of Jacob. Also survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation will be Friday at the funeral home from 4-7 pm and Saturday from 10-11 am. Funeral service will...

Patrick Marino

Patrick Marino

Nov 30, 2014

Marino, Patrick J. Of Oak Creek, Found Peace November 30, 2014 at the age of 93 years. Beloved husband of Bernice Marino (nee Przbelski) for 69 years. Preceded in death by both his daughters Dorothy Grimes and Cynthia Bongiovi. Proud grandfather of Jenna (Andrew) Hodges, and great-grandfather of Connor and Madison Hodges. Dear brother of Eugene Marino, and Frances D'Onofrio....

Virginia Lewandowski

Virginia Lewandowski

Nov 30, 2014

Lewandowski, Virginia J. was reunited with her husband, Walter F. on Sunday, November 30, 2014. Loving mother to Terry (Karen) Moss, and Terry Ragoschke. Proud grandmother to Sean, Brandi, Ryan, Derek, Karen, Dylan, Mike, Brandon, Amy, and Katie. Great grandmother to Jesse, Natalie, Jorden, Hannah, Cloe, Stephen, and Aria. Sister to Irene Styczyski. Preceded in death by Bradley Moss, her...

Lois Ziolkowski

Lois Ziolkowski

Nov 29, 2014

Ziolkowski, Lois J. (82) was reunited with her husband, Boleaus, on November 29, 2014. Loving mother to Dennis, Ken, Debbie, Mary (Jim) Bartaczewicz, and the late Daniel. Proud grandmother to Brooke and Brianna Bartaczewicz. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. A visitation will be held at Molthen-Bell Funeral Home on Thursday, December 4, 2014 from 12:00PM-1:00PM. Interment...

Alice Simon

Alice Simon

Nov 29, 2014

Simon, Alice C. Passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 29, 2014 at the age of 92 years. Loving mother of Christine Anderegg and Steven (Cheryl) Simon. Grandmother of Zachary (Michelle) Anderegg, Cole (Minkyeong) Simon and Kyle Simon. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation Thursday at Sacred Heart of Jesus (3635 S Kinnickinnic Ave) from 9-10 am...

Anna Yogurtian

Anna Yogurtian

Nov 28, 2014

Yogurtian, Anna (nee Vahradian) Of Huntington Beach, CA, formerly of South Milwaukee, WI, Born To Eternal Life November 28, 2014 at the age of 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Roupen Yogurtian. Loving mother of George (Gayle) Yogurtian, Harry (Gloria) Yogurtian, and Jim Yogurtian. Proud grandmother of 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Haig (the late Lucille)...

Adeline Van Vlaenderen

Adeline Van Vlaenderen

Nov 26, 2014

Please disregard Monday's notice and service details in the Milwaukee Journal. Services have been rescheduled and are being held privately.

David Shutta

David Shutta

Nov 25, 2014

David L. Shutta Of South Milwaukee, Passed away November 25, 2014 at the age of 55 years. Beloved husband of Julie Shutta (nee Thiel) for 32 years. Loving father of Michael (Alissa) Shutta, Timothy (Angela) Shutta, and Nick (fiancée Lynette Amberg) Shutta. Proud grandfather of Ethan, Hannah, and Jax. Dear brother of Deborah Shutta, Linda Edwards, Diane (Kim) Schuller, and...

Rose Kruszyna

Rose Kruszyna

Nov 23, 2014

Kruszyna, Rose found peace October 23, 2014. Loving sister to Mary Ann Kress (of West Bend, WI). Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, November 8, 2014 at Nativity of the Lord Church in Cudahy. Visitation will be Saturday at church from 10:00AM until the time of service. Interment at St....

Jack Haag

Jack Haag

Nov 22, 2014

Haag, Jack R. of Oak Creek passed away Sat. Nov. 22, 2014 at the age of 93 years young. Beloved husband of 68 years to Helen Haag (nee Herold). Loving father of Bill (Jan), Tom, Gail Krug. Proud grandfather of Heather (Jake) Jakubowski, Fred, Rachel, Kevin and Kyle. Further survived by great granddaughters, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends including...

Lillie Ward

Lillie Ward

Nov 21, 2014

Ward, Lillie Mae Born to Eternal Life on Friday, November 21, 2014 at the age of 83 years. Preceded in death by her husband for over 50 years, Glen Ward. Loving mother of the late Starlene (Larry) Tiffany, Gloria (Kent) Klauser, Mary (William) Scholz, Terry (Sandra) Ward, Beth (Venu) Gupta, Thomas (Susan) Ward, Shelley (John) Guttmann, Penny (Nils) Telle. Grandmother...

Elizabeth Krueger

Elizabeth Krueger

Nov 20, 2014

Krueger Elizabeth M. ( nee Hauke ) of St. Francis. Passed away Nov. 20, 2014 at the age of 53 years. Beloved wife of John L. Krueger. Loving mother of Erin Krueger. Cherished daughter of Patricia (the late John) Hauke. Dear sister of Andrew Hauke, Philip (Mary Kay) Hauke, Mary (John Chojancki) Kanitz, James Hauke, Jane Cieslak, Margaret, Joseph, the...

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