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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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Joan Pecor

Joan Pecor

Jun 8, 2021

With profound sadness, we announce the death of Joan Adele Pecor. She passed away in New Berlin at her beautiful apartment the night of Tuesday, June 8th with family at her bedside. Joan was a true storyteller. She regaled family with tales of her mischievous teen years, her travels and her many moves with Glenn, Gwenn, Jay and Dana in...

John Williams

John Williams

Jun 8, 2021

Passed away peacefully on June 8, 2021 at the age of 76. Preceded in death by his parents John and Johanna and sisters Dolores Hoida and Marion Schuld. Loving husband to Mary for 49 years. Dear father to Gary (Carrie) Williams, Janis (Michael) Medek and Daniel (Brienne) Williams. Beloved grandpa to Brynn, Devyn, Ryan, Callie and Emma. Further survived by...

Michael Swartz

Michael Swartz

Jun 6, 2021

Michael Burton Swartz was born on May 12, 1947, the son of Donald and Mary Jane Swartz in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He is the youngest of four. His siblings include Nancy Rafferty (Richard, deceased) and Donald Swartz (Carol, deceased), both of Schoolcraft, Michigan; and Harriet Swartz, who preceded him in death. Both of Mike's parents preceded him in death. Mike was...

Bernadine Grutza

Bernadine Grutza

Jun 3, 2021

Bernadine Grutza (nee Frankowski) passed away on June 3, 2021 at age 88, surrounded by her family. Loving mother of Gail (Joseph) Safranski, Michael (Cindy) Grutza, Leslie (Rick) Grutza-O'Leary, Matthew Grutza, and Andrew Grutza. Beloved gramma of Ben (Karen) Safranski, Salena (Eugene) Kwon, Mary (Joseph) Safranski/Mikolajczak, AJ (Taylor) O'Leary, Sunny (Anthony) Spears, and Riley Draheim. Great-gramma to Hanna, Leah, Hazel,...

John Kowalski

John Kowalski

Jun 2, 2021

John J. Kowalski passed away on June 2, 2021 at the age of 62. Loving husband of Debbie (nee Andrew) of 36 years. Father of Julie (Adam Perl), Tina (Tony Lewis), Melissa (Tone Sanchez), and his boy Tim (Lora Short). Loving brother of Kate Kowalski (Steve Krogull), brother-in-law of Bennett (Tracey Elliott) Andrew, and Curt (Pam) Andrew. Grandfather of Brianna,...

Patrick Maciejewski

Patrick Maciejewski

Jun 1, 2021

Patrick D. Maciejewski, 71. Passed away June 1, 2021. Born to life August 24th, 1949. Father of Mark any Christy. Grandpa of Stella, Sophia, Olivia, Evan, Lillian and Madelynn. Brother to Larry (Mary Ellen), Mike (Leslie), Paul (Pam) and Mary Lynn (Dean) Landon. Uncle of Andrew, Jason, Jon, Matthew, Ashley, Scott, Christina and Amelia. Great uncle to Marley, Jorie, Devin,...

John Sobon

John Sobon

May 28, 2021

John J. Sobon passed away on May 28, 2021 at the age of 91. He is reunited with his beloved wife, Sylvia (nee Lipowski). Loving father of the late John, Robert (Lori), the late Donald, Judy Williamschen, Jeffrey (Renee), Paul (Tammy), and Dave (Kelly). Proud grandfather of Jaime, Joanne (Paul), & Lyndsie, and many great-grandchildren. Brother of Thomas (Jean), Gabriele...

Theodore Beinlich

Theodore Beinlich

May 25, 2021

Passed away on May 25, 2021 at the age of 88. Preceded in death by his wife Roselinde. He is survived by his sons Theodore Jr. and Rene (Sabrina) and two grandchildren Connor and Aben. Interment Tuesday, June 1, 10 AM at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery in Cudahy.

Darrell Benoit

Darrell Benoit

May 24, 2021

Darrell A. Benoit passed away on May 24, 2021 at the age of 61. Loving father of Danielle (Chris) Mayers and Andréa Benoit. Beloved son of the late Ernest and Suzanne. Brother of Dale (Sharon). Uncle of Alayna. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Darrell spent his career as a check processor and manager at M&I Bank. In his...

Jeffrey Cornehls

Jeffrey Cornehls

May 18, 2021

Jeffrey "Jeff" C. Cornehls passed away on May 18, 2021 at the age of 62. Beloved husband of Cynthia. Loving father of Tyler Cornehls and Carly Johnson. Proud grandfather of Dylan, Grayson, & Mila Cornehls, Audrey Johnson and Sunny Kopecky. Cherished son of Carl and Sharon. Brother of Scott (Joan) and Heidi (Terry Kotke) Simatic. Brother-in-law of Robb (Kim Lenae)...

Ryan Widor

Ryan Widor

May 18, 2021

Incredibly loved and leaving a void in hearts impossible to fill, Ryan passed away on May 18, 2021 at the age of 33. Preceded in death by his grandparents Vernon, Nancy and Charles "Chuck"; uncles Gregg and Lavern "Popeye"; aunt Dawn and father-in-law Paul. Survived by his wife Tara-Rae (Blohm), sons Grant, and Cameron and daughter Fiona and dog dad...

Maryann House

Maryann House

May 14, 2021

Born to Eternal Life on May 14, 2021 at the age of 83. Preceded in death by her husband Wayne and sons Randy and Daniel House. Loving mother to Lori (William) Pritchard, Diane (Mark) Orozco, David House and Michael House. Dear grandmother to PJ (Jamie) Stojanovic, Matthew Stojanovic, Ashley (fiance John) Pritchard, Michael (Korina) Pritchard and Savannah House. Visitation at...

Donald Patskowski

Donald Patskowski

May 14, 2021

Donald Patskowski Jr. Passed away on May 14, 2021 at the age of 61. Loving brother to Robert and Steven Patskowski. Dear uncle to Carly. Also survived by his aunts, uncles, other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald Sr. and Nancy Patskowski. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, from 2:00PM...

Edward Zembroski

Edward Zembroski

May 9, 2021

Edward "Ed" C. Zembroski December 14, 1942-May 9, 2021. Beloved husband of Cathy (nee Embertson) for 53 1/2 years. Loving father of Chad (Tricia) and Jason (Amy). Proud grandfather of Alex, Zachary, Natia, and Zoriana. He is preceded in death by his parents, Edward S. and Cecilia "Virge" (nee Dominski) Zembroski. Further survived by his furry friend Lucky, other family,...

Daniel Gorney

Daniel Gorney

May 7, 2021

Daniel F. Gorney passed away on May 7, 2021 at the age of 89. He is reunited with his beloved wife, Delores "Dolly" (nee Reuter). Loving father of Daniel (Brian), Dale (Amy), Darryl (Cheryl), and Dana Czarnecki. Proud grandfather of Bret Czarnecki and Evan Czarnecki. Brother of James (Lila), the late Lloyd (Janice), and the late Gordon (the late Fay)....

Edward Mahn

Edward Mahn

May 6, 2021

Edward "Ed" R. Mahn passed away on May 6, 2021 at the age of 82. Beloved husband of Blanche. Loving father of Robert, Steve (Lisa), Mike, Christine, and Martin. Proud grandfather of William Kopp. Brother of Sue (John) Bitney. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation at Molthen-Bell Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 from 11:30-1:30. Burial at...

Martha Ambrookian

Martha Ambrookian

May 1, 2021

Martha R. Ambrookian (nee Kaloustian) of Glendale formerly of South Milwaukee passed away on May 1, 2021. Reunited with her beloved husband, Andre. Loving mother of Sandra, the late Richard (Sue), and Jeffrey (Deb). Proud grandmother of Logan, Lauren, and Tina. Sister of Mike (the late Else) Kaloustian and the late Harry (the late Anna) Kaloustian. Further survived by other...

Philip Lindberg

Philip Lindberg

Apr 26, 2021

Greenfield - Passed away peacefully on April 26, 2021 at the age of 94. He is survived by his three sons Philip (Charmaine), Robert (Kristie) and David (Theresa); his grandchildren Jenna (Andrew) Rogers, Mikail Brahm-Lindberg, Benjamin Philip (Keena) Lindberg, Bradley (Kylie) Lindberg, Lauren Lindberg and Ethan Lindberg. He is further survived by three great-grandchildren; Henrik Philip and Cruz Lindberg, and...

Anne Schiefelbein

Anne Schiefelbein

Apr 21, 2021

Anne I. Schiefelbein (née Misun) passed away on April 21, 2021 at the age of 87. Beloved wife of Glenn Schiefelbein. Loving mother of Dawn (Gary) Strombeck and Kurt (Dori) Schiefelbein. Proud grandmother of the late Mary, the late Natalie, Jackson, Anthony Garcia, and Hayden. Preceded in death by her siblings John Misun, Daniel Misun, Eleanor Garity, and Ruth Misun....

Karen Podoll

Karen Podoll

Apr 20, 2021

Karen K. Podoll (nee Dobrzynski) passed away surrounded by love on April 20, 2021 at the age of 52. Beloved wife of James. Loving mother of Melanie (Joshua) Hughes. Cherished daughter of Joseph (Clara Wilkowski) Dobrzynski and the late Margaret (nee Sarnowski) Dobrzynski. Sister of Steve (Debbie) Dobrzynski, Patti (Kevin) Kratt, Mike (Laurie) Dobrzynski, John Dobrzynski, and the late Joey...

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