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.

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Violet Brickler

Violet Brickler

Feb 10, 2022

Violet M. Brickler Passed peacefully on February 10, 2022. She has been reunited with her beloved husband John and her parents, Alfred and Erna. She will be greatly missed by her daughter Marla, grandchildren Xena (Joshua) and Paul Werner as well great grandchildren Enriqueta, Ananya and Azita. In the 1950's Violet and John opened Brickler's Restaurant on Rawson Avenue which...

Robert Grochowski

Robert Grochowski

Feb 9, 2022

Robert "Bob" Peter Grochowski of Cudahy, WI passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at the age of 78, with his beloved wife Thea by his side. Beloved husband of Thea Grochowski (Pletz). Loving Dad of Stefanie Kivi (Jacob) and Michele Tietyen. Loving Step-Dad of Donna Hellmann (Larry), and Frank Huhn (Jill). Proud Grandfather of Gabby, Katie,...

Diane Kelker

Diane Kelker

Feb 9, 2022

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Faith Kaye

Faith Kaye

Feb 6, 2022

Passed away on February 6, 2022 at the age of 80. Loving mother to Kim (Gerald) Lohr, Robert Kaye, Jeffery Kaye, Julie (Brian) Kaufman, Steven Kaye, Pamela Smith, Charles (Peggy) Kaye. Dear grandmother to Rebecca, Natalie, Michael, David, Danny, Jeff, Matthew, Jenny, Joshua, Jacob, Desiree, Samantha, Shawn, Evan, Noah, Harley, Molly and great-grandmother to 18 great-grandchildren. She is also survived...

Mark Emard

Mark Emard

Feb 4, 2022

Passed away on February 4, 2022 at the age of 61. Preceded in death by his parents Robert and Linda Emard. Loving husband to Kelly. Dear father to Taylor and Mark. Brother to Lynne (John) Emard-Boswell, Robert (Judy) Emard, Laurie Emard and Michelle Emard. He is further survived by his father and mother-in-law Kaaren Lambros and Charles Goad and nieces,...

Vicki Schmitt

Vicki Schmitt

Feb 4, 2022

Vicki Lynn Schmitt 6/18/60-2/4/2022 Vicki Schmitt of Milwaukee, WI was born in Kewanee Illinois on June 18, 1960 to parents Thurman and Norma Jean Shank. She graduated from Kewanee High school and continued her education at Cloud County Community College with an Associates in Arts. Her interests included creating a lifetime of beautiful memories with her friends and family and...

Frances Ruprecht

Frances Ruprecht

Jan 31, 2022

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Dorothy Moran

Dorothy Moran

Jan 26, 2022

Moran, Dorothy (nee Radke) Of South Milwaukee was called by God and invited her to join Him for eternity on January 26, 2022, at the age of 90 years. Reunites with beloved husband Robert Moran Sr. in eternal life. Loving mother of Patrick (Maureen) Moran, Michael (Patricia) Moran, Daniel Moran, Sharon (the late Mark) Radke, the late Dennis Moran, Sean...

Paula Allmann

Paula Allmann

Jan 25, 2022

Found peace on January 25, 2022 at the age of 53. Preceded in death by her parents Robert and Joan Piontek. Loving wife to Timothy and dear mother to Alexander. She is survived by her sisters; Carol (Dean) Lukaszewicz, Lynn (John) Chovanec and Nancy (Jim) Navarro. Further survived by nieces and nephews; Adam and Paul Lukaszewicz, Kevin and Kyle Chovanec...

Ann Nowakowski

Ann Nowakowski

Jan 25, 2022

Mrs. Ann Nowakowski was a devoted wife to Gene, mother to Michael (Suzanne), Susan (Steve), Thomas (Midge), and Matthew (Christine), grandmother to Stephanie, Veronica, Zak, and Gene and sister to Mary, Ronnie, Tony, Frank and Sue. She had a large extended family of nieces, nephews, and cousins. During her 85 years, Ann enjoyed spending time with family, and was always...

Sue Mauch

Sue Mauch

Jan 21, 2022

Passed away peacefully on January 21, 2022 at the age of 59. Loving wife to the late Paul Mauch. Dear mother to Alec and Tyler. Sister to the late Charlie, Mike, Pat, John, Donna, Colleen, Karen, late Monica, Judie. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held at Mt. Olivet Chapel (3801 W Morgan...

Carmella Randa

Carmella Randa

Jan 20, 2022

Born to Eternal Life on January 20, 2022 at the age of 88. Daughter to the late Joseph and Mary Fugarino. Beloved wife to the late John R. Randa. Loving mother to Patricia (Randel Radandt) Jones and Pamela (James) Philleo. Dear Nana to Joseph, Kate (Jason Julius) and Ross. Sister to Frank Fugarino and the late; Sebastian Fugarino, Joseph Fugarino,...

Evelyn Benkowski

Evelyn Benkowski

Jan 19, 2022

Evelyn J. Benkowski was born on December 10, 1947 and entered her heavenly home on January 19, 2022. Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, John and Celia Benkowski. She was a graduate of South Milwaukee High School. Evelyn worked her entire career, over 40 years, at the Ladish Company and retired in 2010. She enjoyed traveling and took...

Mark Pfeffer

Mark Pfeffer

Jan 19, 2022

Of Eagle, WI - Born to eternal life on January 19th at the age of 70. Mark is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Karen Pfeffer. He was the beloved father of Melissa, Sarah, and Rebecca. He was the proud and loving grandpa of 10 grandchildren, who adored him. He was the loving brother to Judy, Dennis, Lori,...

Kenneth Hermersmann

Kenneth Hermersmann

Jan 14, 2022

Kenneth J Hermersmann, (AKA Herm) 72, of South Milwaukee, died peacefully on January 14, 2022, while in the company of his wife, at Aurora St. Luke's South Shore Hospital. He was born December 14, 1949, at his parent's home in the Town of Lake, and was the son of the late Arthur and Alice (Raszeja) Hermersmann. Ken attended school in...

Virginia Kubel

Virginia Kubel

Jan 14, 2022

Virginia T. Kubel (nee Czeszynski) Passed Away on January 14, 2022. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Joseph, Parents Stephen and Mathilda; brother Ernie and sister Dorothy. Virginia is survived by her niece Judy and Nephews Randy, Jeff and Brion. Further survived by great nephews and nieces.

Kenneth Osowski

Kenneth Osowski

Jan 12, 2022

Kenneth "Ken" Joseph Osowski left this world peacefully on January 12, 2022 at the beautiful age of 75 years. Ken was born on August 5, 1946 in South Milwaukee, WI to Jennie (Kender) and Stanley Osowski. He was held in love and surrounded by his family as he passed, finally unlocking all the mysteries of eternal life, as he had...

Karen Lesky

Karen Lesky

Jan 9, 2022

Karen M. Lesky, age 75, was surrounded with her daughter's love when she passed away peacefully in her home on January 9, 2022. Karen was the first born of four daughters to Francis & Gilbert Lesky. She was raised in Milwaukee and graduated from Bay View High School in 1964. At the age of 18 she got married and moved...

Thomas Adams

Thomas Adams

Jan 8, 2022

Thomas W. Adams passed away on January 8, 2022 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Rose Marie (nee Magestro). Loving father of Thomas J. Adams and Tracy L. (Alan) Haybermeyer. Proud grandfather of Jacob, Kali, and Kayla. Brother of Mary Ellen (Vernon) Mallum and Elaine Taylor. Brother-in-law of Pauline Parker, Linda Danek, Sally Lubinski, and Augie Magestro. Preceded...

Helen Wozniak

Helen Wozniak

Jan 6, 2022

Helen J. Wozniak (nee Peterson) Embraced by God on January 6, 2022 at the age of 98. Preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Leonard. Mother of Mary, Joe (Sue), Jim (Debbie), Terra Ann Rosenblatt, Cari (Jon) Griffiths, John (Kati), Jeff (Judy). Fondly remembered by her 11 grandchildren and two great-granddaughters, many nieces and nephews. Survived by her...

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