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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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Eileen Perkins
Oct 29, 2022
Eileen Calvy Perkins, of South Milwaukee, WI, passed away on October 29, 2022, of lung cancer. She was born in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, on February 18, 1959, to parents Thomas Louis Calvy and Rita Rose Calvy (Monroe). Eileen was a dedicated mother of David Perkins (Josh) and Casey Perkins (Lindsay). Cherished sister of Colleen Calvy (Jack Reinhart), Patricia Calvy, Ellen Dodd...
Velita Checky
Oct 29, 2022
Passed away peacefully on October 29, 2022 at the age of 88. Loving wife to the late Kenneth Checky. Dear mother to Michael Checky, Debra (Gerald) Dillig, David (Susan) Checky and Susan Gagnon. Beloved grandmother to Joshua (Chelsie), Jennifer (Justin), Josiah (Danielle), Andrew (Eloisa), Melissa (Nick), Daniel, Jason, Cheyann, Savanna, Angie, Aaron and Hope (Raymon). Great-grandmother to Andrew, Kobe, Alison,...
Susan Risch
Oct 25, 2022
Passed away peacefully on October 25, 2022 at the age of 67. Loving mother to Eric Risch. Dear sister to Audrey (John) Hebert, Steven Varga, Stuart (Gloria) Varga and Linda Varga. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Susan was a generous and caring person who danced to the beat of her own drum. She will be deeply...
Earl Stahl
Oct 21, 2022
Passed away peacefully on October 21, 2022 at the age of 94. Preceded in death by his parents Elmer and Frances Stahl. Loving husband to the late Betty Ann (nee Janusiak). Dear father to the late Dale (Nadine) Stahl, Gerry (Travis) Bradbury, Cindi (Jeff) Zarbock, Andy (Dara) Stahl and Frank (Dyan) Stahl. Beloved grandfather to Eric (Dayle) Stahl, Rose Smith,...
Patricia Kleist
Oct 16, 2022
KENOSHA – Passed away peacefully on October 16, 2022 at the age of 87. Pat was a Kenosha resident for most of her life. After graduating from Northwestern University, Pat began her long teaching career in Kenosha, in Illinois and finally in Wauwatosa, WI. Upon retirement, she continued as a substitute teacher for several years. A lifelong athlete, Pat was...
Audrey Merz
Oct 13, 2022
Born to Eternal Life October 13, 2022, age 94 years. Loving sister of Frank (Diane) Merz. Dear aunt of Scott, Rodd, Lori and the late Jeff. Dear cousin of Judy, Janice and Shelly. Also survived by great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Audrey was a retiree of the City of Milwaukee. Visitation Saturday, October 22, from 12:00 pm...
Loretta Kuka
Oct 11, 2022
Loretta A. Kuka passed away on October 11, 2022 at the age of 83. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Wilfred. Loving mother of Michael, Brian, Susan (Hubert) Krawczyk, and Joseph. Proud grandmother of Cal and Madeline. Sister of the late Joan Lukas and Barbara Beene. Visitation at Nativity of the Lord Catholic Church on Wednesday, October 19, 2022...
Patricia Wilke
Oct 11, 2022
(nee Leuck) Of Oak Creek. Born to Eternal Life October 11, 2022, age 71 years. Beloved wife of Thomas Wilke for 49 years. Dear mother of Craig (Alisa) Wilke, Ted Wilke and Jennifer (Michael) Raskey. Loving grandmother of Mason, Gina, Evan, Tyler, Rose and Matthew. Dear daughter of Shirley and the late Richard Leuck. Fond sister of Thomas, Sue, Joe,...
Lisa Tennison
Oct 9, 2022
Lisa Marie Tennison passed away on October 9, 2022 at the age of 52 years. Loving wife of Brian. Caring sister of Cathy (Jon) Frederick, Jenny (Nathan) Vaillancourt, and Lawrence Keeler. Beloved auntie of Heather, Amber (Jon) Reader, Kirsten, Brett, Xavier, Kalia, Arianna, Kalina, and Jackson. Preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth Keeler and Donna Hogue. Further survived by...
Edward Gouin
Oct 3, 2022
Edward E. Gouin Jr. passed away on October 3, 2022 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Carolyn (nee Myers). Loving father of Vicki (Jon) and the late Mark. Proud grandfather of Noelle, Jake (Gaby), Chad (Emily), and Bella. Preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Nadine. Further survived by his siblings Bill (Vivian), Dan (Pam), Chris, Mary,...
Donna Rehak
Oct 1, 2022
On Saturday October 1, 2022, Donna Lea Rehak entered Eternal Life at the age of 86. Donna lived a full life surrounded by friends and her family who were her pride and joy. Donna was born in La Crosse, WI but her parents Ermon and Alice Dunn settled in the South Milwaukee area early in Donna's life. She grew up...
Teresa Kearney
Sep 29, 2022
Teresa Rose Karo Kearney "Terry," passed from this life at her home on Thursday, September 29, 2022 at the age of 94. She was preceded in passing by her husband Gerald (Jerry) Kearney, parents John and Gisella Karo, sisters Anna and Gisella. Terry is survived by her son Mark (Mark), brother John (Joanne) and nephews Bill, Jeffrey, Douglas, Kevin and...
Edward Przybylski
Sep 26, 2022
Passed away peacefully on September 26, 2022 at the age of 99. Loving husband to the late Dorothy. Dear father to Edward P. (Janice) Przybylski. Beloved grandfather to Michael (Jill) Przybylski and Michelle Przybylski. Great-grandfather to Michael and Emma. Brother to the late Harry (Marian) Przybylski. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Ed served in the Army during WWII....
Marian Ratajski
Sep 24, 2022
Born to Eternal Life on September 24, 2022 at the age of 90. Loving wife to the late Gerald. Dear mother to Thomas (Linda) Ratajski, James (Mary) Ratajski, Susan McKeon and the late Julie Fleming. Beloved grandmother to Todd, Tim. Elizabeth, Michael and Andy Ratajski, Shannon and Kelly McKeon and Lauren and Pam Fleming. Great-grandmother to Bryce, Sage and Benson....
Mary Schlesner
Sep 24, 2022
Born to Life January 15, 1939. Born To Eternal Life September 24, 2022. Visitation will be held September 29 at Molthen Bell Funeral Home from 2:00 until 3:30 with a service at 3:30. In lieu of flowers make donations to South Milwaukee Human Concerns or St. Jude Children's Hospital.
Conrad Percha
Sep 23, 2022
Conrad (Connie) Percha, 90, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 23. Conrad was a faithful man who loved the Lord, his family, church, and community. He was a member of St. Clare Catholic Church and a life-long resident of Wind Lake, WI. He leaves behind a beloved sister, Jean Syms, of La Center, WA; nieces Cindy...
Archie Dadian
Sep 23, 2022
Archie (Hachig) Dadian, age 89, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 23, 2022, after a 2-year battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Shirley, loving father of Laurie, Lisa (Bryan) Boyadjian, Lyle (Nicole), and Larry (Tanya). Archie was blessed with eight grandchildren Jordan, Nicholas, Victoria, Luc, Leo, Sammy, Talia, and Jack, whom he adored. He will be missed by brothers Onnig...
Mae Guenther
Sep 23, 2022
Passed away on September 23, 2022 at the age of 85. Loving wife to the late Wayne W. Guenther. Mae and Wayne were married on January 9, 1954. Beloved mother to Christine Gevers and Rick (Linda) Guenther. Dear grandmother to Shad (Mary) Gevers and great-grandmother to Devin Gevers and Tyler (Ixty) Gevers. Sister to the late John Ronkowski, the late...
Rosella Harley
Sep 21, 2022
Rosella Harley entered into eternal life on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at the age of 89. Rosella Marie Olson was born on a farm in Dunn County, Wisconsin on April 19, 1933, the daughter of Martin & Esther Olson. She was baptized on May 28, 1933 at Barum Lutheran Church and was later Confirmed into the Christian faith on June...
Thomas Kubicek
Sep 19, 2022
Passed away peacefully on September 19, 2022 at the age of 72. Preceded in death by his parents Alfred and Margaret Kubicek. Loving husband to Judy (nee Hyvonen). Dear father to Nicole (Andy) Jensen, Mark (Kelly) and Michelle (Jeremy) Lewandowski. Grandpa Tom to Robin and Luke Jensen. Devoted Bapa to Marshall and Archer Lewandowski and Thomas Kubicek. Also survived by...
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