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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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Matelan Glaske
Feb 23, 2024
Passed away on February 23, 2024 at the age of 90. Preceded in death by his wife Carole. Dear father to Kaye (Rod) Dreblow and Karen (Paul) Richardson. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial visitation at South Milwaukee United Methodist Church on Wednesday, February 28 from 10:30 am to 12 pm with a service at noon.
Melvin Wicke
Feb 19, 2024
Passed away on February 19, 2024 at the age of 83. Preceded in death by his wife Shirley. He is survived by his children; David Wicke, Mark Wicke, Kelly Dank, Steve (Holly) Zwicke, James (Bonnie) Zwicke and John (Marnie) Zwicke. Grandpa to Abby (Adam) Zwicke, Krista (Riley) Murphy, Elizabeth Wickman, Voronika (Mitch) Zwicke and Daniel Zwicke. Further survived by nephew...
Margaret St. Antoine
Feb 19, 2024
Margaret St. Antoine December 6, 1931 – February 19, 2024 St. Antoine, Margaret (Nee Janusiak) peacefully entered eternal life at the age of 92, surrounded by her loving family, on February 19, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Daniel St. Antoine. Cherished Mom of Randall (Emma) St. Antoine, Danielle (Scott) Buerger. Dear Mother-In-Law of Chris St. Antoine. Proud Grandma of...
Robert Knaak
Feb 18, 2024
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Todd Olson
Feb 16, 2024
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Todd, formerly of South Milwaukee. Born on May 12, 1961 to Carol (William) Stolpa and Emery Olson. Survived by his loving mother, brothers, Jeffrey (Kathy), Kurt (Joanie), Scott (Amy), and sister, Pamela (David) Swenson. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and friends who were...
John Myers
Feb 16, 2024
Passed away on February 16, 2024 at the age of 64. He is survived by his son Jeramiah (Jackie), grandson Aiden, 6 sisters and 6 brothers. He is further survived by many nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will take place at a later date.
Patricia Borden
Feb 15, 2024
Patricia Ann Borden "Momma" departed her loving family on Thursday, February 15, 2024. She was born in Escanaba, Michigan on June 19, 1943 to Eva (Dolly) and Chester Borden. Pat babysat many kids in the neighborhood until she took a job as a custodian at South Milwaukee School District. Pat's true calling was when she managed Oak Crest Assisted Living...
Mildred Braxel
Feb 15, 2024
Millie was born on September 22, 1924 in the U. P. of Michigan. She left home at the age of 16 and spent several years living with other relatives. When WWII started, Millie moved to Cudahy to live with a girlfiend. For awhile she worked as a seamstress in a glove company and also did some housekeeping as well. In...
Peter Wargolet
Feb 15, 2024
Born October 24,1960 and passed away on February 15, 2024, age 63. Survived by his brother Paul (spouse Darcy and sons Anthony and Nathan), stepbrother & sisters - Daniel, David, Kenneth, Diane, Susan Weigand. Also survived by aunts and uncles and cousins, family, friends and co-workers. Preceded in death by his parents - mother Deanna and stepfather Philip Weigand. Peter...
Sonia Mcfadden
Feb 13, 2024
Born to Eternal Life on February 13, 2024, at the age of 88 years. Loving mother of Debbie (Manley) Anderson, Jeffrey (Kathryn) Pirtle, Patrick (Sally) McFadden, Michael (Steven Scholze) McFadden, Brian (Joan Holcomb) McFadden and Neil (Donna Petrusky) McFadden. Proud grandmother of Anni (Matthew) Burger, Dori Kate Evanoff and Megan Pirtle, and great grandmother of Arianna Spezza, Daphne Burger and...
William Kremsreiter
Feb 13, 2024
William "Junior" Richard Kremsreiter passed away peacefully at his home in South Milwaukee, WI on February 13, 2024 at the age of 90. He was surrounded by his family at the time of his passing. William was born April 16, 1933 in Athens, WI to William and Margaret (Niewolny) Kremsreiter. William grew up on a farm in Athens, WI,...
Beverly Bridich
Feb 13, 2024
Back to stardust once again - Passed away on February 13, 2024 at the age of 91. Preceded in death by her husband Matthew. Loving mother to Linda (Matthew) Chromy, Julie (Richard) Mostowik and Amy (John) Bell. Dear grandmother to David (Jo) Chromy, Samantha Chromy, Alex Mostowik, Erica Bell and Sage Bell. Beverly was a very generous and gave to...
Michelle Lukic
Feb 9, 2024
Born to Life June 17, 1959. Born to Eternal Life February 9, 2024. Beloved wife and loving mother.
Dolores Yakich
Feb 6, 2024
Born 08/07/1929 to Vincent and Julia Rittman in Cudahy, WI. Passed away peacefully 02/06/2024. Dolores graduated in 1948 from South Milwaukee High School. She married Paul J. Yakich her high school sweetheart in 1949 and were married for 66 years. They had 3 children Steven, Kathleen and Ronald. Paul passed away 04/11/2015 and Steven (Darlene) passed away 05/30/2015. Survived by:...
Mary Liebsch
Jan 26, 2024
OAK CREEK – Mary Liebsch, 85, of Oak Creek, passed away on January 26. She was born to LaVerne and Irma Liebsch on May 27, 1938. A lifelong resident of Oak Creek, Mary graduated from South Milwaukee High School in 1956. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Development, from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, in 1960....
Keith Iverson
Jan 26, 2024
Keith Wayne Iverson, 83, of St. Francis, WI, passed away Friday, January 26, 2024, in South Milwaukee, WI, surrounded by his family. Keith was born November 27, 1940, in Lake Mills, IA, to Chris and Eleanor (née Moe) Iverson. His family then moved Milwaukee, WI, where he grew up. He graduated from South Milwaukee High School and met his wife,...
Catherine Juriewicz
Jan 24, 2024
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Kathleen Licitar
Jan 23, 2024
Passed away on January 23, 2024 at the age of 84. Loving wife to the late Raymond Licitar. Dear mother to Kim (Carol), Christine, Cynthia and Cathy. Loving grandma to Jennifer, Heather, Ike, Keith, Rick, Robert, Zachary, Brandon, Brooke, Bailey and Blake. She is further survived by great-grandchildren, her brother Michael Miller, nieces and other relatives.
Gilbert Habanek
Jan 20, 2024
Beloved husband of the late Michalene I. (Elaine) Habanek. Cherished father of Carin Smith, Jim Habanek and Jerry Habanek (deceased). Dear father-in-law of Sally Habanek and Darlene Habanek. Grandfather of Rachel (Tim) Stevener, Chris (Christy) Smith, Tony (Kate Parisi) Smith, Ben Habanek, Emily (James) Aleksy and Kate Habanek. Great grandfather of Jordan and Abigail Stevener, Mason and Lincoln Smith and...
Nancy Derosa
Jan 20, 2024
September 26, 1941 - January 20, 2024 Nancy Lou (Strejc) DeRosa went peacefully to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at her home in Oak Creek, WI. She was born in Chicago, IL to William and Mildred Strejc. The family later settled in southwestern Michigan in the small town of Coloma. Nancy graduated from Coloma High School in 1959, the...
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