Obituaries

Oct 29, 2023

Born to Life December 20, 1940. Born to Eternal Life October 29, 2023. Diane is preceded in death by Loving husband Robert and her parents, Marion and Marie Konicki. Keeping her memory alive are her daughter Carol (John) Skurulsky, her sister Mary Dwyer and many loving nephews, nieces and friends. She was a devout, longtime member of St Hyacinth's Church...

Oct 27, 2023

Passed away on October 27, 2023 at the age of 90. Preceded in death by his loving wife Audrey. Dear father to the late Rich (Beth) Case, Robert (Laurie) Case and Ann (Jim) Kirchen. Beloved grandfather to Nicholas (Gwynne), Mike (Shelby), Justina (Brian), Ryan (Zharai) and Dan (Megan) and survived by 10 great-grandchildren. Brother to George (Charlotte), Claude and Keith...

Oct 25, 2023

Audrey Ruth (Pasterski) Jacob June 27, 1930 - October 25, 2023, 93 years old. Age 93 of Oak Creek, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. Audrey was born June 27, 1930 in Milwaukee, the daughter of the late Albert and Gertrude (Weissenberger) Pasterski. Audrey graduated from South Division High School in 1948. On January 8, 1955 she was...

Oct 23, 2023

Passed away on October 23, 2023 at the age of 80. Preceded in death by her husband Dean Berglund, parents Chris and Eleanor Iverson, brother Gene, brother-in-law Clyde (Janice) Berglund and mother-in-law Esther Berglund. Loving mother to Carla Berglund and the late Chris Berglund. Beloved grandmother to Brandyn Berglund. Also survived by her brother Keith (Judy) Iverson, many nieces, nephews,...

Oct 22, 2023

Leslie Champagne, age 86, passed away on October 22, 2023 Loving husband to Ione (nee Armbruster) for 66 years. Dear father to Gail (David) Prohaska, Dale (Michele) Champagne, Christine (Chris) Chomicki and the late Shari (Benon) Chomicki. Grandfather to Robert (Shannon) Prohaska, Matthew (Catherine) Prohaska, Nicholas (fiancé Kristina Ott) Champagne, Joshua Chomicki (Megan Tennant), and Zachary Chomicki. Great-Grandfather to Claire...

Oct 19, 2023

Passed away peacefully on October 19, 2023 at the age of 98. Loving wife to the late Clarence "Cutter" Scherr III. Dear mother to Stephan and Ellen Scherr. Private services will be held.

Oct 18, 2023

Allison R. Phillips, 49, of Franklin, WI was called home on October 18, 2023, while surrounded by family and friends. Proud mother of Peyton Phillips, loving daughter of Thomas and Sharon Phillips and sister of the late Eric Phillips. Allison graduated from Franklin High School in 1992 and pursued her passion for the arts by attending UW-Parkside, graduating in 1999...

Oct 18, 2023

Mary Hannah Eserkaln

(nee Kvien) Born: March 31, 1936 in LaCrosse, WI and died: October 18, 2023 in Wauwatosa, WI. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends. Survived by her sons; David Andrew Eserkaln, Michael Thomas Eserkaln and Paul William Eserkaln, and her granddaughters; Sydney Jo Eserkaln, Breanna (Bree) Elizabeth Eserkaln and Isabelle (Izzy)...

Oct 17, 2023

Mary Joan Johnson (Nee Nelson) passed away at age 72 peacefully surrounded by family members on October 17, 2023.  The loving wife of Richard Johnson, age 82.  Mary is survived by her children Kevin Silkey (Carrie), Mark Silkey (Genise), Scott Johnson (Mary), Carla Rayburn (Buddy), and 16 grandchildren.  Loving sister to Nancy Seng and Daniel Nelson, she is preceded in...

Oct 16, 2023

Passed away on October 16, 2023 at the age of 77. Loving husband to Marian. Dear father to Dean (Gena), Chris (Dana), Todd (Michel) and Paul III. Beloved grandpa to Zane, Zachary, Cassandra, Caleb and Benjamin. Further survived by his sisters; Karen (Ken), Bonnie (Wayne) and nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents Paul Sr....

Oct 14, 2023

Arlen "Al" Shorey was born to Life on May 24, 1952 and was born to Eternal Life on October 14, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frederick and Esther and brothers Henry, Darrell and Jeffery. Al is remembered by his brothers James (Wanda), Frederick Jr (Karen) and John. He served in the United States Army and was...

Oct 14, 2023

The world got a little colder and light a little dimmer on October 14, 2023. Bobby unexpectedly passed away at the age of 72. He is preceded in death by his parents Paul and Dorthea and his longtime idol Doris Day.Bobby will be remembered by his dear sister Kathy, other family and a multitude of friends. He touched the lives...

Oct 13, 2023

Charles "Chuck" Arkens Found peace October 13, 2023. Beloved husband of Cheryll for 51 years. Loving dad of Jessica (Greg) Kuklinski. Proud grandpa of Kevin (Sarah) and Abigale (Ryan). Cherished great-grandpa of Averi and Jayce. Preceded in death by his parents Glenn and Ethel Arkens and in-laws Duane and Martha Riel. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Chuck graduated...

Oct 8, 2023

On October 8, 2023 John Michael Swindawicz passed away at the age of 84. Those who remember John include his loving wife Lynn, sister Betty (Carl), nephew Edward and nieces Pamela and Tamara. John was born in Milwaukee WI. He dutifully served his country in the United States Army for many years. His love of the outdoors led him to...

Oct 4, 2023

Passed away on October 4, 2023 at the age of 89. Loving husband to the late Yvonne. Dear father to Jerry Harrison and Cathy (Mike) Anderson. Beloved grandfather to Jason, Sara, Laura, Jessica, Mark, Jennifer and Michelle. Further survived by his brother Harlan and sister Mary. Ronald served in the Navy on a destroyer during the Korean War. Visitation at...

Sep 30, 2023

Passed away on September 30, 2023 at the age of 88. Loving husband to Ellen for 64 years. Dear father to Ross, Adam (SherriAnn), Lesley and Allison (Brook) Scheiber. Papa to Ashley (Dan), Megan, Thomas, Logan, Miranda, August and Hazel. Also survived by 7 great-grandchildren, his brother Eric and sister Betty. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends....

Sep 29, 2023

Frederick A. "Freddy" Roth Passed away on September 29, 2023, at the age of 53. He was born on June 11, 1970, in Cudahy, WI and resided at Central Wisconsin Center in Madison, WI. Freddy will always be remembered for his smile, laughter, and his love for everyone. Beloved Son to Darlene Nowakowski (Lyle Donovan) and Arthur (Cheryl) Roth. Dear...

Sep 24, 2023

Called home on September 24, 2023 at the age of 70. Preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Marie Woodhouse. Special cousin of Tammy Kane. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Ricky, my dear cousin. I find comfort in knowing you are reunited with Uncle Bob and Auntie Marie. Though my heart is filled with sadness, I am...

Sep 21, 2023

Passed away on September 21, 2023 at the age of 64. Loving husband to Mary Schanning. Dear father to Tabitha Jean (Joshua) Peek and step-father to Stacy. Beloved grandfather to Korrina, Kaiden and Kyla. Brother to Kim (Jeff) Denning, Greg (Janice) Schanning and Lea Ann (Paul) Stockus. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Sep 21, 2023

Anthony "Tony" Pavarotti, born John Oscar Stewart, passed away unexpectedly on September 21, 2023 at the age of 65. He was raised in South Milwaukee but spent many years traveling the country, living in several states. He had a way of making people laugh, sharing the wildest stories, and being there for loved ones at the drop of a hat....