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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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Tonya Newberry

Tonya Newberry

Jun 3, 2024

Tonya Mae Newberry (nee Farrington) Reunited with her best friend and soulmate Robert, her beloved son Willie and granddaughter Taylor on June 3, 2024 at the age of 71 years. Loving mother of Bobby (Kim) Santos, Lisa Krivens, Tanya (Kris) Marks, Melissa Newberry and Danny Newberry. Beloved companion of Dave Svoboda. Proud grandma of Savannah, Tyler, Haley, Chloe, Zoey and...

Helen Dounar

Helen Dounar

May 27, 2024

Passed away on May 27, 2024 at the age of 98. Preceded in death by her husband Henry Dounar and son-in-law Vance E. Werner Sr. Loving mother to Kenneth J. Dounar and Kathleen A. Werner. Dear grandmother to Vance Werner Jr and Bridget (Tom) Stitgen. Great-grandmother to Jacob (Jessica) Ledford, Abby Stitgen, Sam Stitgen, Noah Stitgen and great great-grandmother to...

Frank Sandor

Frank Sandor

May 21, 2024

Passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on May 21, 2024, age 84. Preceded in death by his daughter Sue, sons John and Daniel, two brothers and three sisters. Loving husband to Sandra of 20 years. Dear father to Steven (Cheryl) Sandor and Rebecca (Jason) Baxter. Also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, his brother Charles (Marilyn) Sandor and...

Kelly Hartmanstorfer

Kelly Hartmanstorfer

May 20, 2024

Passed away on May 20, 2024, age 63. Preceded in death by his father Arthur Hartmanstorfer. Loving son to Shirley Hartmanstorfer and brother to Kevin Hartmanstorfer and Kim (Glenn) Haake. Also survived by niece and nephews; Devin Haake, Kristin Haake, Alexander Haaker and great-nephew Aaron Haake.

Martin Sahagian

Martin Sahagian

May 20, 2024

Passed away on May 20, 2024 at the age of 97. Loving husband to the late Gloria. Dear father to Mark (Robin) Sahagian, Carol (Stuart) Schiefer, the late Nancy (Leroy) Meyer and the late Carl Sahagian. Further survived by 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Services are pending.

Rosemary Loppnow

Rosemary Loppnow

May 20, 2024

Rosemary (Guza) Loppnow, age 80, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on May 20, 2024. She was born in Milwaukee to Regina and Joseph Guza on February 27, 1944, and remained in the area, attending South Milwaukee high school, before she met and married Douglas Loppnow in 1966.  They moved to Franklin and then...

Ray Bosserman

Ray Bosserman

May 10, 2024

Passed away on May 10, 2024 at the age of 85.   Preceded in death by his sweetheart of 48 years Loa (nee Gorski), parents Roy and Ruth Bosserman, and best friend since childhood, John Sippy.  Loving father to Kelly (Jon) Czerwinski and Jennifer (Larry Toniazzo) Bosserman.  Dear grandfather to Alyssa (Garrett) Schey and Jenna Czerwinski.   Cherished brother to Karen Fredrick. ...

Marlan Larson

Marlan Larson

May 10, 2024

Marlan passed away on May 10, 2024, at the age of 89 with family by his side.  Beloved Brother of Vernon (Lorraine) Larson and Sister Bonnie (Tom) Farber. Cherished Uncle to Nephews, Greg (Gail), Ron (Linda), Ken (Thuy), Dave (Sue) and Bill (Paula) Larson, Tom (Tammy), Mike, Mark (Sandy) Zimmerman and Niece Sheryl Larson.  Also, many Great-nephews and Great-nieces.  Preceded...

Olga Reitzi

Olga Reitzi

May 7, 2024

Olga Reitzi passed away on May 7, 2024, surrounded by her family and friends in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.  She was 92 years old. Born in Militinas, Croatia, Olga and her family fled to Austria in 1942 to escape war in Yugoslavia. They lived in Austria until 1949, when they emigrated to Milwaukee.  In 1952, Olga met and married John Reitzi,...

Sue Patnode

Sue Patnode

May 6, 2024

To have and to hold til death do us part. A beautiful love story admired by family and friends. Sue Patnode, 86, of Oak Creek and South Milwaukee fell asleep with the angels surrounded by her loving husband and family. Sue was the cherished wife of 65 years to Ken Patnode Sr. and a loving mother to Twyla Niedfeldt, Sondra...

Marlene Slamka

Marlene Slamka

May 4, 2024

Marlene passed away on May 4, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her children Mike (Liz), John (Debby), Steve, Ron Jr. (Cindy), Beth (Greg), David (Linda), Mark (Vicky), Jackie (Don), brother Bill, sister Jackie, and an abundance of grand children, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Ronald Slamka and siblings...

Steven Ekes

Steven Ekes

Apr 30, 2024

Steven P. Ekes passed away, surrounded by his family, on April 30th, 2024, at the age of 69. He was Born in Wisconsin and is survived by his loving wife Debra (Pocian), and daughters Michelle and Nicole. He was preceded in death by his parents Stephen and Louise (Kohler).  Steven was a proud member of the United States Marine Corp....

Karla Klaybor

Karla Klaybor

Apr 28, 2024

Karla Marie (Presser) Klaybor, age 60, found peace April 28th after a hard fought battle with Lymphoma. Karla was born July 3rd 1963 to Mary Therese (Kaufman) & Richard Presser. Beloved wife to her husband Randal Klaybor of 39 years, & most cherished mom to her two daughters Leah & Kelly. Sister to Christy (Gerry Holgerson) Presser, the late Bryan...

Leonard Carini

Leonard Carini

Apr 27, 2024

SOUTH MILWAUKEE - Lenny was called to the Gates of Heaven on April 27, 2024, at 82. Before joining the Lord, he was surrounded by his loving family. Lenny is now reunited in heaven with his son Lenny Jr. He is also preceded in death by his parents, John and Antonina Carini and brothers Dominic (Mary), John (Nina), and Joseph...

Eleanore Karian

Eleanore Karian

Apr 26, 2024

Our beloved aunt, Eleanore Karian, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2024. Eleanore was born on March 1, 1930, in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin.  She was the third of four children born to Harabed and Kohar Karian (nee Hugopian).  She was preceded in death by her beloved siblings:  Margaret (Harold) Baylerian, Harry (Yevkine) Karian, and Patricia Karan.  She is survived by...

Lawrence Zimmerman

Lawrence Zimmerman

Apr 23, 2024

Born to Eternal Life on April 23, 2024 at the age of 95. Preceded in death by his loving wife Lydia (nee Juran). Dear father to Barbara (Glen) Laehn, Jean (Ramiro) Gonzalez and Mary Sue (Daniel) Taft. Beloved grandfather to Steven (Shannon), Laura (Rick), Matthew (Melissa), Vincent (Shannon), Kyle (Elizabeth) and Samuel (Kaela). Further survived by 12 great-grandchildren, his sister...

Christine Paul

Christine Paul

Apr 13, 2024

Christine K. Paul passed away unexpectedly on April 13, 2024 at the young age of 60. Chris was preceded in death by her parents Jill and Lawrence Solberg as well as her beloved Grandparents Bess and Weltzin Blix (Honey and Bandah). Chris is survived by so many who adored her. Loving wife, aka "Sugar" to her soul mate and...

Ruth Jacob

Ruth Jacob

Apr 10, 2024

Ruth Eileen Jacob, 80, met her Lord and Savior April 10, 2024 at Autumn Leaves in Franklin, WI. Ruth was born in South Milwaukee, WI to Esther and Albert Joncas.  She met her husband Earle while attending Oak Creek High School. They graduated together in 1962 and were married July 18, 1964. They had 3 children. She worked for Johnson...

Claude Case

Claude Case

Apr 8, 2024

Claude Calvin Case passed away peacfully surrounded by his loving family on April 7, 2024 at the age of 96. He has been reunited with his Beloved Dolores. Also precededing Claude in death are his parents, Samuel and Erma, and 11 brothers and sisters. Those who keep Claudes memory alive include his children, Patrick (Lynda), Steven, Paula (Steven) Harmeyer, and...

Nazife Pondikati

Nazife Pondikati

Apr 3, 2024

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