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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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Frank Merz
Apr 9, 2023
Born September 26, 1934. Passed away April 9, 2023 at the age of 88. Treasured husband of Diane. Devoted Dad of Scott (Kari), Rodd, Lori and the late Jeffy. Father-in-law to Sheila. Grandfather to Samantha (Hardian), Jason, Sabrina, Bret, Austin, and Vivian. Great grandfather to Logan, Drew, Kaius, Memphis and Sloane. Frank graduated from Riverside High School and then enlisted...
Florence Koziol
Apr 9, 2023
Florence B. Koziol (nee Marciniak) January 5,1926 to April 9, 2023. Passed away peacefully at the age of 97. Florence worked part time as a cleaner at South Milwaukee High School, 1966-1991. Before that she worked at Trinity Hospital Laundry and Doerman Shoe. Florence was a lifelong resident of South Milwaukee, where she married Francis J. Koziol in 1955. They...
Ruth Mcdonough
Apr 8, 2023
Born to Eternal Life on April 8, 2023 at the age of 72. Preceded in death by her parents Duane and Clara Polster and brothers Duane Jr. (Betty) and Dale. Loving wife to James for 52 years. Dear mother to James (Sally) and Ryan (Kim) McDonough. Beloved grandmother to Kaelan, Connor and Harper. Loving sister to Mary (Dale) Moats. Aunt...
Susana Rubio De Suarez
Apr 4, 2023
Susana M Rubio de Suarez, age 85, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, surrounded by her children. She was born in Huamachuco, Peru on July 22, 1937, daughter of the late Javier and the late Susana (Villalba) Rubio. She was preceded in death by her husband Jaime in November 2021. She graduated with a degree...
Dennis Brown
Apr 2, 2023
Passed away on April 2, 2023 at the age of 70. He is survived by family and friends. A funeral service will be Wednesday, April 5 at Holy Sepulcher Chapel at 11 AM.
Glenn Pulaski
Apr 2, 2023
Passed away on April 2, 2023 at the age of 62. Preceded in death by his parents Robert Pulaski and Arlene Behrens. He is survived by his siblings; Nancy Westray, Dan Behrens and Chris Behrens. Further survived by a niece, nephews and friends. Private family services will be held.
Larry Hart
Mar 30, 2023
Passed away peacefully on March 30, 2023 at the age of 81. Loving husband to Louise (nee Gagnon). Preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Sophie Hart, sister Maryann and brothers; James Hart, Steve (Dorothy) Kominowski and Todd Hart. He is survived by siblings; Paulette (Ollie) Champeau, Dick (Ellen) Kominowski, Jeff (Chris) Kominowski, Dave Kominowski, Brian (Janet) Hart, Debbie...
Jean Sundberg
Mar 26, 2023
(nee Dziadowicz) Formerly of Cudahy and most recently of Oak Creek. Found peace on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at the age of 81 years. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband John Sundberg. Loving Mother is survived by her daughter Linda (Terry) Resch and her son Matt (Kathryn) Pachi. Further survived by her brother Allan Dziadowicz, nieces, nephews,...
Dennis Kruger Sr.
Mar 21, 2023
Found Peace March 21, 2023 at the age of 80. Beloved husband of the late Marie (Nee Coveney). Dear father of Denise Lazarski, Dennis Jr. (Elizabeth) and Dawn Kruger. Proud grandfather of Jacob, Gavin, Kaylee and Hannah. Preceded in death by his parents Fred T. Sr. and Mary (Nee Rosicka) Kruger, his siblings and spouses Mae (Carroll) Surges, Alice (John)...
Rose Hadjinian
Mar 20, 2023
Rose Hadjinian – November 20, 1925 – March 20, 2023 Heaven gained a new angel. Rose was a loving, devoted mother, wife and friend to many. She was preceded in death by her dear husband, Tony Hadjinian, sister and brother, Namzar Kaprelian and Kaprel Kaprelian. She leaves behind her adoring children, Myranee (Stephen) Hubbard, Paulette Hadjinian and Keith (Karyn) Hadjinian,...
John Rapant
Mar 19, 2023
Of South Milwaukee - Passed away peacefully on March 19, 2023 at the age of 94. Beloved husband of Dorothy (Totka) for 69 years. Dear father of Mary Ellen (Paul) Nedd, Barbara Wisniewski, Mark (Jeaninne) Rapant and Fred Rapant. Grandfather of David (Amanda) Nedd, Brian (Jess Diaz) Nedd, Russell Rapant, Kevin (Ashley Szymborski) Rapant, Richard Rapant and Claire Rapant. Great-...
Delores Melcher
Mar 19, 2023
Delores P. "Dee" Melcher (nee Pfeffer) of Cudahy, passed away to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at the blessed age of 92. She was preceded in death by her remarkable parents Joseph and Mary Pfeffer "Ma and Pa". Dee was the last surviving of eleven siblings, reunited in heaven with; Leroy, Rosemary, Edward, twin sister Doris...
Gary Engelbert
Mar 12, 2023
Passed away peacefully on March 12, 2023 at the age of 81. Dear brother to Wayne (Barbara) Engelbert and Don (Nancy) Engelbert. Uncle to Dorothy Stern, Kelly Thayer, Nancy (Mike) Totero, David and Doug Engelbert. Great uncle to Josh and Tyler Czarnecki, Jeanne (Steve) Foltz, Scott and Maureen Harlan, Samantha and Stephanie Stern. Further survived by cousins Gene and Sam...
Cecilia Molthen
Mar 9, 2023
Molthen, Cecilia C. (nee Schmitz) "Cece" passed away Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the age of 97. Beloved mother of Peggy (Tom) Saporito, Judi (Don) Stephens, Cathie (Budd) Knauer, Greg Molthen, Barb Brinkmann, Paul (Cindy) Westin, Jim (Patty) Molthen, the late Johnny Molthen, Lia Ruszczynski, and Bob (Tami) Molthen. Proud grandmother of 17 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. Further survived...
Barbara Dziedzic
Mar 4, 2023
Passed away on March 4, 2023 at the age of 73. Loving wife to Chuck for 52 years. Dear mother to Heather Dziedzic and beloved grandmother to Keough Lemieux and Isabella (Maggie) Lemieux. Daughter to Audrey Hughes and the late William Hughes. She is survived by her siblings; David Hughes, Billy (Linda) Hughes, Susan (Mike) Bottoni, Patti (Dennis) Vilkoski, John...
Helen Fisher
Feb 21, 2023
Helen W. Fisher (Nee Wielichowski}, left this life peacefully, the evening of Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at 97 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Donald. Loving Mom of Pat (Rick) Kais and Don (Kathy) Fisher. Cherished Grandma of 5: Jesse (Eric) Schlueter, Jason (Dori) Kais, Meg (Dan) Chin, Adam (Jennifer) Fisher and Mandi (Brandon) Stayner. Very Proud Great...
Josephine Sluka
Feb 19, 2023
Josephine "Josie" Sluka (nee Zaduban) Josie was born on December 30, 1925 in Czechoslovakia, and went home with the angels on February 19, 2023. During her lifetime, she resided in three countries; Czechoslovakia, Canada and the United States. She was married to John Sluka in 1949 until his passing in 2008; and together, they raised three children. She retired from...
Margaret Fischer
Feb 17, 2023
Margaret Lucille Fischer (Unglaub) Passed away on February 17, 2023 at the age of 91. Wife of the late William Charles Fischer. Daughter of the late William and Lucille Unglaub and grandma to the late Laura. Loving mother to Debi (David), Pam (Jeff), Mark (Suzanne), and Pat (Leann). Dear grandma to Dan, Deah, Ashleigh, Sara, Austin, Paige, Rachel (Danny) Wimmer...
Faith Brandt
Feb 16, 2023
Faith Y. Brandt, age 90, went to be with Jesus her Savior on February 16, 2023. She was born to Chester Kotke and Imbia Aho on June 14, 1932. Faith is preceded in death by her beloved husband Ronald, son-in-law Donald Herman, and grandson Marcus Brandt. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Duane Kotke, Dean Kotke and...
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