Obituaries

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....

Sep 20, 2023

Passed away on September 20, 2023 at the age of 92. Loving wife to the late William Gene Truscott. Dear mother to Bill (Dania), Gary (Doreen), Thomas (Jeanne) and Robert (Nori). Also survived by 5 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild. Sister to Raymond (Connie), Kathy and the late Natalie. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial service on Wednesday,...

Sep 18, 2023

Passed away on September 18, 2023 at the age of 86. Loving wife to the late Henry Dini Jr. Loving mother to Gina (late John) Tommet and Darrell Dini. Proud grandmother to Brion Tommet. Preceded in death by siblings; Carol, Rita and Donald. She is survived by siblings; Kathleen (Ronald) Pokrzywinski, Jim (Kathy) Lassa, Carl (Kathy) Lassa, sister-in-law Betty...

Sep 14, 2023

Marian Davis (nee Omer), 97, resident of South Milwaukee and member of Divine Mercy parish since 1961, joined the angels on September 14, 2023.  She was born on August 7, 1926, in Mahnomen, MN.  She grew up during the great depression on a farm in Bagley, MN.  Although the family was poor and farm work was hard, Marian referred...

Sep 12, 2023

Born to life September 22, 1952.  Born to eternal life September 12, 2023. Survived by husband Roger of 49 years, son Adam, daughter Angela (James), brother Al (Judy), nieces, nephews, other family and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Norman and Anna (nee Watry) and brother Bob. Diane enjoyed crafting and sewing, especially quilting, visiting quilt shops,...

Sep 10, 2023

Michalene I. (Elaine) Habanek Born November 19, 1923 Died September 10, 2023 Beloved wife of Gilbert J. Habanek. Cherished mother of Carin Smith, Jim Habanek and Jerry Habanek (deceased). Dear mother-in-law of Sally Habanek and Darlene Habanek. Grandmother of Rachel (Tim) Stevener, Chris (Christy) Smith, Tony (Kate Parisi) Smith, Ben Habanek, Emily (James) Aleksy and Kate Habanek. Great grandmother of...

Sep 7, 2023

Robert Paul "Bob" Machak, a resilient, persistent, and respected man, passed away peacefully at The Woods of Caledonia on September 7, 2023. Born on December 12, 1935, in Cudahy, Wisconsin, to Paul and Katherine. Bob was the youngest of four children. His older siblings, Emily, Anne, and John, preceded him in death.

Bob's life was marked by...