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.

Kenneth Pakulski

Kenneth Pakulski

Dec 28, 2021

Kenneth H. Pakulski passed away at home on December 28, 2021 at the age of 78. He is reunited with his parents, Anthony and Florence. He is survived by his Godson & cousin, Patrick (Lisa) Lisowski; Goddaughter & niece, Michele (Lance) Gallun; and cousins, Bertie Schmadl. Special friend of Mike (Val) Iverson, Gloria, and Shawn (Corinne) Nareski. Preceded in death...

Earl Murnane

Earl Murnane

Dec 27, 2021

Earl J. Murnane passed away on December 27, 2021 at the age of 87. He is reunited with his beloved wife, Isabel (nee Damian). Loving father of Bob (Peggy) Murnane and Linda (Rick Jasnica) Swick. Proud grandfather of Tommy, Bobby, the late Aaron, Joel, Joe, Brooke, Luke, and many great-grandchildren. Brother of Audrey Waldoch, Russ, the late Lou Foster, the...

Giuseppina Pappalardo

Giuseppina Pappalardo

Dec 26, 2021

Giuseppina "Josephine, Josie, Jo" M. Pappalardo (nee Balsamo) of Oak Creek, WI, was a caring and loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, nonna, daughter, daughter-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, friend, and neighbor. She was born into eternal life December 26, 2021 at the age of 67. Jo was born to the late Liborio and Anna Balsamo on December 4, 1954, in Termini, Sicily....

Mary Francis

Mary Francis

Dec 23, 2021

Francis, Mary Elizabeth (nee Nicholson) South Milwaukee - Mary Elizabeth Francis (nee Nicholson) was welcomed to heaven on December 23rd, 2021 at the age of 68. Loving wife of Darrell, wonderful mother of Doug, Marybeth, and Jayne Ryczkowski (Brian), and best Nana to Madison, Brooke, Elizabeth & Emily Ryczkowski. Proud daughter of the late Doug and Liz Nicholson (nee Molthen)....

Roger Peterson

Roger Peterson

Dec 22, 2021

Age 80, went to join his wife Karen in Heaven on Wednesday, December 22, 2021. He was born in Minnesota on May 14, 1941 to the late Helmer and Hannah (Holland) Peterson. He was united in marriage to Karen Mahlman on May 29, 1965 at St. John's Church in South Milwaukee. Roger served in the U.S Army from 1960 to...

Francis "Fritz" Mahsem

Francis "Fritz" Mahsem

Dec 21, 2021

Francis J, "Fritz" Mahsem was born on August 8th, 1936 and passed away peacefully on December 21st, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Veronica along with his brothers, Leonard and Robert, sister Rose Olsen and beloved son, Patrick. Survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Connie (nee Torzynski), children, Chris (Maureen), Michael and Susan (George) Aldrich...

Dolores Poplar

Dolores Poplar

Dec 21, 2021

Dolores passed away peacefully on December 21, 2021 surrounded by here family. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Jack, sister Dorothy and brother in law Morris. She will be missed by her children, Robert (Arleen) and Susie; grandchildren Nicholas (Margaret) and Jennifer (Don) Kveton; Great grandchildren Juliet, Antonina, Jack J. and Nastassia. Further survived by nephews, nieces and friends....

Dolores Tolkacz

Dolores Tolkacz

Dec 20, 2021

Passed away peacefully on Dec 20, 2021 at the age of 90. Preceded in death by her husband Peter. Loving mother to Jackie (Paul) Ziarek, Terri (Jim) Scoles, Tim (Lori) Tolkacz, Peter Tolkacz, Julie Wilde, Mark (Kim) Tolkacz and Jill (Rob Page) Tolkacz. Dear grandmother to Nathan, Daniel, Benjamin, Matthew, Richard, Carly, Matt, Wes, Peter, Kelly, Jeff, Brandon, Paige, Dillan...

Josette Bauer

Josette Bauer

Dec 19, 2021

Found peace on December 19, 2021 at the age of 74. Preceded in death by her husband Lawrence and parents Frank and Paulette. Loving mother to Jerry (Denise), Keith (Cheryl) and Cheri (Dale). Dear grandma to Brandon, Samantha, Emma, Aubrey and Austin. Also survived by her sisters Maryann and Yvette. Private services were held.

Frederick Johnson

Frederick Johnson

Dec 16, 2021

Frederick "Doodles" J. Johnson passed away on December 16, 2021 at the age of 85. He is reunited with his beloved wife, Marion. Loving father of Sean (Harry), Robb (Suzanne), Scott (Roxanne), Kim, and Jodi. Proud grandfather of 6 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. He shared a special bond with his grandson, Erik. Brother of Larry (Deanne), Bruce (Debbie),...

Robert Buerger

Robert Buerger

Dec 15, 2021

Robert A Buerger Cudahy – Born to Stanley and Florence Buerger on August 15, 1941, passed away peacefully December 15, 2021 at the age of 80 with his beloved wife beside him. He is survived by his wife Helen of 58 years. Loving father of Therese (Lance) Wasniewski and Robert (Trina) Buerger, Jr. Proud grandpa of Joshua, Andrew, and Gina;...

Ramona Thalman

Ramona Thalman

Dec 14, 2021

Ramona Thalman passed away on December 14, 2021 at the age of 75. Beloved mother of Todd Zydowicz and Travis (Tracy) Zydowicz. Loving sister of Peter (Millie) Thalman. Proud grandmother of Marina, Sami, Hailey Jo, and Nikolas. Further survived by other family and many friends. Visitation at Molthen-Bell Funeral Home on Saturday, December 18, 2021 from 3:00-4:30. Memorial service on...

Ian Hjertaas

Ian Hjertaas

Dec 12, 2021

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Joseph Lengyel

Joseph Lengyel

Dec 12, 2021

Joseph S. Lengyel Jr November 16, 1927-December 12, 2021 Grandpa Joe has been so many things in his life. He's been a soldier, who chose to serve in WWII. He's been a Golden Gloves boxing contender who trained hard. He drove a 18 wheeler for Midwest Transfer, all over delivering supplies. He was a machinist, who worked at Ladish for...

Kathleen Passehl

Kathleen Passehl

Dec 10, 2021

Passed away on December 10, 2021 at the age of 63. Preceded in death by her parents Gregory and Betty Schoenung. Loving wife to Ron and dear mother to Jeremy. Sister to Gary Schoenung, Deb Falck, Mary Weir and Terri Mutsch. Further survived by her father-in-law Leroy "Lee", sister-in-law Donna, other relatives and friends. Visitation at the funeral home on...

Ruth Abraham

Ruth Abraham

Dec 9, 2021

Ruth Renee Abraham (Brenner) ascended to heaven on December 9, 2021 surrounded by the love of her family. She was born to the late George C. Brenner and Adele D. Brenner (Neimy) on January 2, 1937. She grew up an only child until her brother Steve Brenner joined the family when she was 10 years old. The family lived in...

Adeline Becker

Adeline Becker

Dec 9, 2021

Born on July 31, 1932 and passed away on December 9, 2021 at the age of 89. Loving wife of the late Richard W. Becker Dear mother of Deborah (Chris) McFadden and Rick (Carol) Becker. Grandmother of Anthony (Laura) Kubicek, Kristin (Ryan) Schlosser and Matthew Becker. Great-grandmother of Casey Kubicek, Madysen Schlosser, Lia Schlosser and Lou Schlosser. Sister to the...

Diane Bayer

Diane Bayer

Dec 9, 2021

Diane A. Bayer (nee Schuster) passed away on December 9, 2021. Beloved wife of David C. Bayer. Loving mother of Matthew A. (Bridget), Elizabeth A. (Jesse A. Mantyh), Margaret M. (Jerod Duris), and the late Michael. Proud grandmother of Rose, Anna, Elise, Felicity, Peter, Max, and Genevieve. Sister of the late Betty Schuster, the late Carol Krier, the late David...

Dianne Jankowski

Dianne Jankowski

Dec 7, 2021

(nee Thomas) December 7, 2021 - Found peace with family by her side after a long battle with cancer. Loving wife to Ken for 54 years. Dear mother to Julie Rose and Laura (Tony) Talavera. Beloved grandma to Daniel (fiancee Jasmine Hays) Rose, Samantha Talavera and Lucas Talavera. Also survived by her brother Richard (Sandi) Thomas. Private services will be...

Kevin Brown

Kevin Brown

Dec 5, 2021

Kevin Brown, 49, of South Milwaukee, WI left this world and was reunited with loving Mother and Father on December 5th, 2021. He leaves a hole in the hearts of his surviving family and friends. Love of his life, fiancé, Connie Loving Father to Austin and Samantha. Known as "KK" to his adoring stepchildren Christopher and Julia. "Pop Pop" to...

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