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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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Vince Kluck

Vince Kluck

Jan 15, 2023

Passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2023 at the age of 57. He is survived by his wife Michelle. Dear son to Valerian Sr and the late Virginia Kluck. Beloved father to the late Justin and Ashley. Loving brother to Larry (Tina), Valerie (Steve), Vernon (Theresa) and Vicki (late Randy). Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation...

Catherine Rabala Eserkaln

Catherine Rabala Eserkaln

Jan 14, 2023

Born to Life February 11, 1979 in Nairobi, Kenya. Rested to Eternal Life January 14, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin USA. Dr Catherine 'Kattie' Eserkaln (née Rabala) is survived by her beloved husband Paul Eserkaln and 2 beautiful daughters, and mother Jane Margaret Brand. She was the loving sister to Paul, Millicent, Lucille, George, Diana and Sheila Rabala. She lived a...

Antoinette Haines

Antoinette Haines

Jan 13, 2023

Born to Life May 12, 1945. Born to Eternal Life January 13, 2023. Toni is preceded in death by her beloved husband of over 20 years, Richard; parents Stanley and Genevieve and her brother Stanley. She is remembered by her sister Suzanne; sister in law Jeanne Sawicki; nephews and nieces Matthew, Genevieve, Margarita, Victoria and Andrew. Toni was and avid...

Edward Marshall

Edward Marshall

Jan 11, 2023

Edward (Ed) James Marshall passed away in his home on January 11, 2023. He was born in Cudahy, Wisconsin on August 5th, 1938. He is preceded in death by his brother Peter Marshall Jr. and parents Paul and Elizabeth. He often reminisced about the joy of his childhood growing up in Cudahy, Wisconsin. Raised by immigrant parents from Hungary, his...

Donald Raasch

Donald Raasch

Jan 9, 2023

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Nicholaus Waszak

Nicholaus Waszak

Jan 9, 2023

Found peace on January 9, 2023 at the age of 44. Dear father to Cailynn and Emilee. Loving brother to Michael (Sarah) and Jennifer (Jeff). Beloved son to David and Patti. He is also survived by his fur friend Romeo, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation at the funeral home on Friday, January 13 from 9 to 10:30 AM...

Richard Ventela

Richard Ventela

Jan 7, 2023

Passed away on January 7, 2023 at the age of 82. Loving husband to Ruth. Dear father to Kevin (Sue) and Kyle (Linda). Beloved grandpa to Janelle (Josh), Steven, Rebecca (Chris), Laurie and great-grandpa to Aubrey, Myra, Vincent, Zayden, Harley, John and Colt. Also survived by his sisters Sharon and Shelby (Robert) Further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives...

Richard Dostal

Richard Dostal

Jan 6, 2023

Passed away on January 6, 2023 at the age of 67. Loving husband to Laurie for 36 years. Dear father to Stephanie (Andrew) and Stacey (Nicholas). Beloved papa to Madelyn, Alayna, Morgan and Bentley. Also survived by his sisters; Sandy, Scheryl and Teri. A memorial service will be held on January 20 at Forest Hill Memorial Park (3301 E Forest...

Ronald Peregrine

Ronald Peregrine

Jan 6, 2023

Entered the loving arms of Jesus on Friday, January 6, 2023 at the age of 84. Ron is survived by his brother, Robert B. Peregrine, Sr.; niece Linda (Mark) Smith; nephew Robert B. Peregrine, Jr. Great Uncle to Amanda (Frank) Buono and Vincent; Phillip Smith; Adam (Mallory) Smith, Henry & Charlie. He was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip...

David Windler

David Windler

Jan 5, 2023

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Joseph Van Eimeren

Joseph Van Eimeren

Jan 5, 2023

Passed away peacefully on January 5, 2023 at the age of 87. Loving husband to Esther J. Van Eimeren (nee Siegers). Dear father to Elizabeth Van Eimeren, Christopher Van Eimeren and Geoffrey (Cindy) Van Eimeren. Beloved grandpa to Allison and the late Amanda. Brother to Jordan (late Diantha) Van Eimeren, Christine (Douglas) Koerner, Margaret (Duane) Czaicki, the late John (late...

Frederick Miller

Frederick Miller

Jan 3, 2023

Passed away peacefully at home on January 3, 2023 at the age of 78. Preceded in death by his parents Charles (Sammy) and Pearl (Peggy) Miller. Loving husband to Mary for 53 years. Dear father to Jennifer (John) Drana and Jason (Jessica) Miller. Beloved grandpa to John, Joe, Collin and Camryn. Preceded in death by his siblings; Charles Miller, Marilyn...

Paul Kopecky

Paul Kopecky

Dec 31, 2022

Passed away peacefully on December 31, 2022 at the age of 83. Loving husband to Patricia for 65 years. Dear father to Paul James (Susie) and the late Robert John. Beloved grandpa to Crystal and Shawn and great-grandpa to Madison and Nathaniel. He is also survived by his siblings Tom (Carol), Dennis (Kaye) and Judy and other relatives and friends....

Viola Wickstrom

Viola Wickstrom

Dec 30, 2022

Viola Margaret Wickstrom (nee Kettner) passed away on December 30, 2022 at the age of 94 years. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Harold. Loving mother of Teresa (Jeff) Truettner and Mary (Joe Lopez) Wickstrom. Proud grandmother of Joshua Wickstrom. Sister-in-law of Eloise Kettner. Preceded in death by her son, Mark Wickstrom; brother, Vincent Kettner; and son-in-law Robert Gunderson....

Marilyn Castle

Marilyn Castle

Dec 28, 2022

Marilyn Theresa Castle (Nee Pfeffer) Age: 88 Passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Beloved wife of Patrick Castle for 68 years. Loving Mother of John (Mary) Castle, Rosanne (Harry) Moore, Gregory Castle, Daniel (Jenni) Castle, and Mary Beth (Tom) Krause. Proud grandma of Sean (Karen), Matthew, Melanie (Mike), Jessie (Mike), Ryan (Alissa), Kari, Anthony (Kimberly), Andrea (Luke), Marissa (Andrew), and...

Kenneth Gestl

Kenneth Gestl

Dec 25, 2022

Kenneth Karl Gestl, age 82, entered God's Kingdom in his home Christmas day, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones. Born in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin on September 4th, 1940 to Karl and Anna Gestl. Proceeded in death by his parents and loving older sister, Dolores Marusik. Ken is survived by his wife and soulmate, Kathleen Beiler Gestl and former wife, Gloria...

Mary Ann Gagliano

Mary Ann Gagliano

Dec 24, 2022

Mary Ann Gagliano went to join the Lord on December 24 2022. She was preceded in death by her late husband Donald Barber Sr.,who was the love of her life. They were blessed with seven wonderful children. Margaret York (John,deceased), Donna Roberts, (Louis), Donald Barber Jr., Alex Barber, Joy (David,deceased), Laura Peresse,deceased, and Roger Barber. She is also survived by...

David Backes

David Backes

Dec 23, 2022

David James Backes, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and mentor, passed away at the age of 65 on December 23, 2022. Preceded in death by father Gilbert F. Backes and mother Jeanne (Vogt) Backes, David is survived by his wife and best friend of more than 44 years, Judi; his children Heidi (Tony), Tim (Katie), Jenny (Cody), and Andrew; his grandchildren...

Diane Janke

Diane Janke

Dec 19, 2022

Diane E. Janke (nee Choinski) passed away on December 19, 2022 at the age of 74. Beloved mother of Michael (Jennifer). Loving grandmother of Jacob, Isaiah, Caleb, and Luke. Sister of James (Fran) Choinski. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Visitation at Molthen-Bell Funeral Home on Thursday, December 29, 2022 from 4:00-6:00. Memorial service on Thursday at...

James Kwiatkowski

James Kwiatkowski

Dec 16, 2022

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