Obituaries

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.

Jeffrey Koch

Jeffrey Koch

Jul 10, 2023

Passed away on July 10, 2023 at the age of 66. Preceded in death by his parents Ralph and Virginia Koch. Loving husband to Susan for 43 years. Dear father to the late Jason, Matthew (Kimberly) and Katie (Joel). Beloved grandfather to Hailey, Gage, Dakota, Kyra, Skylar, Paityn, Cain, Jaxon, Chase and Dominic. Brother to the late Jacquelyn, Glenn, Kathy,...

Chad Nessler

Chad Nessler

Jul 9, 2023

Chad Michael Nessler, 34, recently of Waukesha, WI passed away suddenly on July 9th, 2023. A beloved fiancée, son, brother, uncle, godfather, friend; he was born in Milwaukee, WI on March 22nd, 1989. He is survived by his fiancée, Theresa Tice, mother and father Kimberly (nee Klaisner) and Michael Nessler, sister Rachel (Allen) Sadowski, niece/goddaughter Kenzie Sadowski, Grandma Diana Nessler,...

Doris Cotter

Doris Cotter

Jul 6, 2023

Please share your favorite memory of Doris to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.

Constance Weiler

Constance Weiler

Jul 3, 2023

OAK CREEK, WI, Constance M. "Connie" Weiler (nee Montag) was born to eternal life on July 3, 2023 at the age of 92. Connie was born in Milwaukee, WI on June 25, 1931 to Edwin and Rose Montag. Connie was a beloved wife of Gerald H. Weiler for 71 wonderful years. Cherished mother of the late Dale (Margie), Dennis (Debbie),...

Steven Lockwood

Steven Lockwood

Jul 3, 2023

Passed away peacefully on July 3, 2023 at the age of 69. Preceded in death by his parents Francis and Marjorie Lockwood. Loving husband to Lois for 43 years. Dear father to Patrick Lockwood, Jenny (Dan) Legg and Adam (fiancee Easton Joyce) Lockwood. Grandfather to Theodore and Desmond. He is survived by his siblings; Larry (Darcy) Lockwood, Tim (Sandy) Lockwood,...

Rebecca Guenette

Rebecca Guenette

Jul 1, 2023

Rebecca Lynn Guenette, Born on August 8th, 1983. Rebecca went to her eternal home July 1st, 2023. Rebecca was a loving mom to her two daughters Kaitlyn and Alissa (Nick). Fiance to Brian Ambers. Rebecca was an adoring grandma to Asher and Jaxon. Loving daughter to Rich and Dawn. Sister to Jason (Jacquelyn) and Angel Aunt to Alexis, Evan, and...

Sharon Chmielinski

Sharon Chmielinski

Jun 29, 2023

(Czecholinski), age 72, of Caledonia, passed away at home on Thursday, June 29, 2023. Sharon was born to Frank and Margaret Czecholinski on December 26, 1950 and grew up in Milwaukee. She attended Custer High School, then attended UW Oshkosh and graduated in 1973 with a Bachelor's in Education. After graduating college, Sharon taught at St. Stephen Parochial School for...

John Bautzmann

John Bautzmann

Jun 22, 2023

John W Bautzmann Jr Passed away peacefully on June 22, 2023 at the age of 68. Loving husband to Marion. Dear father to Christy (Joseph) Trauernicht, the late Jason and John W. Bautzmann III. Beloved grandfather to Joseph and Samantha. Brother to Janine (John) O'Hara, Tom Bautzmann, Robert (Robin) Bautzmann, the late Yvonne Hadley. Survived by nieces and nephews; Sean,...

Edward Ladwig

Edward Ladwig

Jun 18, 2023

Edward L. Ladwig passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 18, 2023, at the age of 78, following a long illness. He is the son of the late F. Milton and Catherine Ladwig. Ed is survived by Susan his loving wife of 51 years; his three sons Edward (Shelly), Christopher (Colleen) and Peter (Will Cushman); and his four cherished...

Marlys Langowski

Marlys Langowski

Jun 3, 2023

Marlys was born and raised on a farm in Argyle, Minnesota. She met, fell in love, and married Gene Hanson of Thief River Falls, Minnesota. After having two children, Gene and Marlys moved to South Milwaukee to raise their family. Marlys worked for Bucyrus Erie for many years managing the Pricing Department. They were married for almost 30 years. Gene...

Derek Syrrakos

Derek Syrrakos

Jun 2, 2023

Passed away peacefully on June 2, 2023 at the age of 51. Loving husband to Lisa and loving father to Alexander. Also survived by his siblings Dawn Syrrakos and David Syrrakos Jr. and close family friend Michael Bautch. Further survived by nieces and nephew. Visitation at the funeral home on 06/12 from 10-12 with a service at 12pm. "He is...

Ronald Wierzba

Ronald Wierzba

May 31, 2023

Passed away peacefully on May 31, 2023 at the age of 67. Loving husband to Patricia. Dear father to Jennifer Wierzba, the late Ronald Wierzba Jr. and step-father to Nicole Wasielewski. Also survived by his siblings; Janet (late Larry) Michalets, Jack (Chris) Wierzba and Carol (late Dan) Kendall. Further survived by two nephews and friends. Ron retired from Eaton as...

Roberta Schrader

Roberta Schrader

May 27, 2023

Roberta L. Schrader "Dee" (nee Dielen) Passed away suddenly at her South Milwaukee home on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at the age of 70. In 1952, Dee was born the second of nine children to the late Robert and Rita (Vey) Dielen of Milwaukee. In 1971 she married her high school sweetheart, Donnie and together they raised 3 children. Dee...

Joanne Siecinski

Joanne Siecinski

May 27, 2023

Passed away on May 27, 2023 at the age of 75. Daughter of the late Joe and Anna Siecinski. Loving mother to Werner Holzwarth Jr, Rose (Mike) Schroeder and Janet (Allen) Schroeder. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and Nieces and nephews. Sister to the late Mike (Carol) Chojnacki, late Chet Chojnacki, Henry (Margaret) Chojnacki , late...

Anna Culjich

Anna Culjich

May 27, 2023

Please share your favorite memory of Anna to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.

Patricia Houghtaling

Patricia Houghtaling

May 26, 2023

Born to Eternal Life on May 26, 2023 at the age of 81. Preceded in death by her husband Loran Houghtaling. Loving mother to Jeffrey (Nina) Houghtaling and dear grandmother to Brandon Houghtaling and Rianna Case. Further survived by her sisters Joyce and Maggi Whisenant, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation at Elim Tabernacle (5000 S 60th St, Greenfield)...

Eleanor Zingale

Eleanor Zingale

May 26, 2023

(nee Melanese) Born to Eternal Life on May 26, 2023 at the age of 92. Loving mother to Carma (Russell) Rainer, Jeannette (Nino) Piller and Debora (Josue') Zingale. Dear grandmother to Shannon Rainer and Christopher Rainer. Great-grandmother to Ashley Czubinski, Alex Czubinski, Christopher Rainer Jr and Noah Rainer. Further survived by nieces, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by...

Gregory Shimkus

Gregory Shimkus

May 25, 2023

It is with great sadness that the Shimkus family announces the passing of beloved father, brother, uncle, and friend Gregory Anthony Shimkus. Greg passed away peacefully Thursday, May 25 2023, after years of struggles with severe COPD and recently, an extremely aggressive pneumonia. Greg chose the comfort and dignity of hospice care in the twilight of his life believing in...

Stefan Kolodrubitz

Stefan Kolodrubitz

May 22, 2023

Stefan G. "Steve" Kolodrubitz found peace in the Lord on Monday May 22, 2023 at the age of 96. He is preceded in death by his loving parents, Wasyl and Ksenia, twin brother Walter, sisters Natalie and Anne, brothers Peter and Joseph and sister in law Doris. Survived by his beloved sister in law Lucille "Rusty", nephews nieces and other...

Rhonda O'Donnell

Rhonda O'Donnell

May 12, 2023

Rhonda K. O'Donnell, tribal member of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, entered fully into the presence of his Lord and Savior on May 12, 2023 at age 51. Rhonda is survived by her loving husband Pete O'Donnell, cherished daughter Kayla (Dillon) DeVille, father Robert(Kathy) Aardahl, grandson Cameron (Alicia) Marsden, sister Renee (Jack) Vance, niece Veronica (Jared) Salisbury,...

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