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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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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
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
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...
Anthony Wasik
Nov 20, 2014
Wasik, Anthony J. Died Thursday, November 20, 2014 at the age of 88 years. Loving husband of Johanna for nearly 60 years. Brother of Mary. Also survived by sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation on Tuesday at the FUNERAL HOME from 11 am to 12 pm with a service to follow. Private entombment...
Marie Mercil
Nov 19, 2014
Mercil, Marie (nee Lessard) of South Milwaukee passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2014 surrounded by her loving family at the age of 81. Reunited with her husband Melvin. Dearest mother of Sandra (Randall) Stuner, Cynthia (James) Kowalski, Daniel "Bucky" (Cheryl), and Wendy (Joseph) Parise. Proud grandmother of Christopher (Erica) Stolarski, David Stolarski, Jennifer (Eric) Schaumberg, Michael Kowalski, Julaine, Jessica, Jamie...
Beverly Wierzba
Nov 13, 2014
Wierzba, Beverly J. Of South Milwaukee, Born To Eternal Life November 13, 2014 at the age of 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Eugene Wierzba. Loving mother of Patrick (Monica) Wierzba, and Nancy Wierzba. Proud grandmother of Benjamin (fiancé Rachel) Wierzba. Special mom to Mary Prodzinski. Dear sister of Audrey (the late Marvin) Matuszak, and sister-in-law of Sophie (Gene)...
Irene Angus
Nov 10, 2014
Angus, Irene R. (nee Dallman) Of South Milwaukee, Born To Eternal Life November 10, 2014 at the age of 87 years. Loving mother of Judy (the late Warren) Joerndt, and Gary Angus. Proud nana of Victor Joerndt, and great-nana of Savannah Joerndt. Dear sister of Robert Dallman, and Benedict Dallman. Godmother of Linda Niziolek. Preceded in death by her siblings;...
Nancy Barnes
Nov 8, 2014
Barnes, Nancy M. passed away November 8, 2014. Loving mother to Debra (Donald) Antoniewicz and Tim (Cheryl). Proud grandmother to 5 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Sister of Joan Riehn. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Private services are being held.
Theresa Miklaszewski
Nov 6, 2014
Miklaszewski, Theresa G. (nee Schober) age 95 of South Milwaukee, WI was reunited with her husband, John S. on November 6, 2014. Loving mother of Mary (Duane) Rich, Steve (Susan), Margaret, Joseph (the late Connie), and Joan. Proud grandma of Debra (Gary) Anderson, David (Wendy), Tom (Christine), Robert (Ashlee) Rich, Tony, and Brenna. Great-grandma of Michael, Justin, Alexandria, Kylie, Parker,...
Carla Holms
Nov 1, 2014
Holms, Carla L. (nee Buchholz) Of Hales Corners, Passed away November 1, 2014 at the age of 63 years. Loving mother of Erik (Jodie Dobrzynski) Holms. Proud grandmother of Hannah and Alek. Beloved companion of Richard Anderson. Dear sister of Grant Buchholz. Lifelong friend of Lynne and Jim Wegman. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Memorial service Saturday, November...
Joseph Polster
Nov 1, 2014
Polster, Joseph J. "Gentleman Jim." Born March 7, 1929. Born to Eternal Life November 1, 2014. Beloved husband to Katherine (nee Flannery). Loving father to Michael (Kim), Debbie Wnuk, Linda (James) Abrahamson, and Lisa Polster. Proud grandfather to James, John (Donna), Jason, Robin (Jason), Kristin, Amanda (Jeremy), Jeremiah, Daniel, and Katie. Great-grandfather to 6 great-grandchildren. Beloved brother of Gordon Polster....
William Hintz
Oct 31, 2014
Hintz, William G. passed away Friday, October 31, 2014. Loving brother to Monica E., Charmene (William) Wellerritter, and Geoffrey M. (Kim T.). Proud uncle to Michael (Sally) Hintz, Kimberly Hardin, James Braxel, Lindsey Hintz, and Lyle Hintz. Great-uncle to Taylor Hintz, Casey Hardin, Gabe Hintz, Michaela Hintz, and Conner Zupan. Nephew to Virginia Cimbalnik. Best friend to Dale Leschke. Further...
Joyce Berry
Oct 30, 2014
Berry, Joyce M. (Nee Fischer) Went home to the Lord, Thursday, October 30, 2014, at age 79. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth. Loving mother of Mark (Kim Hare). Loving grandmother of Kayla. Dear sister of Eugene (Darlene) Fischer. Special friend of Fred Graf. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, November 4,...
Irene Nebel
Oct 28, 2014
Nebel, Irene L. "Toots" (nee Perry), formerly Irene Elster, Born to Eternal Life October 28, 2014 at the age of 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Eric Paul Elster, and the late Ralph L. Nebel. Loving mother of Bonnie (Tom) Brown, Karen (Robert) Stahovic, Cathy (David) Budnik, Ginny (Dennis) Wilke, Gary (Cindy) Nebel, Eric (Barbara) Elster, Judy Siettmann, Michael...
Kenneth Grandy Jr.
Oct 28, 2014
Grandy Jr., Kenneth N. Of South Milwaukee, Found peace October 28, 2014 at the age of 44 years. Beloved husband of Pam Grandy (nee Butz). Loving and devoted father of Chloe and Quinn Grandy. Great son of Ken and Jackie Grandy. Dear brother of Pat (Carol) Grandy. Fond son-in-law of Steven and Natalie Butz. Further survived by other relatives and...
Gerald Urlakis
Oct 27, 2014
Urlakis, Gerald N. Of South Milwaukee, Born To Eternal Life on October 27, 2014 at the age of 83 years. Beloved husband of Joan Urlakis (nee Dembowski). Dear brother-in-law of Marilyn (the late Walter) Grady, and Mary (the late Kenneth) Urlakis. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Per Jerry's request, no services will be held. "To my...
Ruth Cords
Oct 25, 2014
Cords, Ruth Z. (nee Brink) passed away October 25, 2014 at the age of 95 years after a brave battle with dementia and other ailments. Preceded in death by her parents; Victor and Elizabeth Brink, her sister; Donna (Frank) Sweet, and her great-nephew; Boyd Johnston. Beloved wife of Arno W. Cords. Loving mom of Connie (William S.) Pilger. Proud grandmother...
Roman Buczkowski
Oct 24, 2014
Buczkowski, Roman J. Of South Milwaukee, Found peace October 24, 2014 at the age of 86 years. Beloved husband of Alice Buczkowski (nee Gasior) for 59 years. Loving father of Clint (Janice) Buczkowski, Pamela Klosiewski, and Amy (Gary) Schmidt. Proud grandfather of 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Further survived by sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Private services...
Angelina Howe
Oct 24, 2014
Angelina M. Howe, 36, passed away at WFH All Saints ICU on Friday, October 24, 2014 following extended illness and complications. Angie graduated from Waterford Union High School and loved music and playing with her blocks and magazines. She was the daughter of Ron and Diane Howe; grand-daughter of Dolores (the late Harold) Arndt and is joining her 5 brothers...
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