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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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Vincent Koehler
Apr 18, 2025
Vincent John Koehler passed away peacefully after a brief illness on April 18, 2025, at the age of 88. Vince was born on December 24, 1936, and grew up on a family farm in Hilbert, Wisconsin. Lessons learned on the farm guided his lifelong enterprising spirit, conservation-mindedness, appreciation of nature, and sense of humor. Vince completed his education at St....
Linda Haines
Apr 17, 2025
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Patricia Mitchel Gonzales
Apr 15, 2025
Patricia Mitchel-Gonzales, age 80, passed away on April 15, 2025, after facing multiple underlying health challenges. She spent her final years in the comfort of her home in South Milwaukee, where she and her husband, Gerald "Gerry" Gonzales, built a life together over the past 30 years. Patricia was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Preceded in...
Stanley Matusewick
Apr 13, 2025
With heavy Hearts, we announce the passing of our father Stanley G. Matusewick, 93, of South Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Born in Montreal, Wisconsin to Vincent Matusewick and Agnes Lunkus, he was the youngest of 9 children: Joe, John, Jenny, Ed, Mary, Alex, Vincent and Frank. He graduated from Hurley High school. He loved northern Wisconsin, especially the Gile Flowage where his...
Ramona Pehowski
Apr 13, 2025
Passed away on April 13, 2025 at the age of 95. Ramona, our mother, was a devoted mom who after getting divorced raised seven children on her own. Always putting us first she went without things for herself, making sure we had the food, clothes, and other things we needed. Enough so that one day her father gave her money...
Allan Hobbs
Apr 11, 2025
Allan E. Hobbs made his solo Honor Flight to the gates of Heaven on Friday, April 11 th , 2025. Al was born on November 24, 1938, to Everett and Marie Hobbs. He is survived by his lovely bride of 64 years Eileen (Fleming) Hobbs. His 6 children, sons and daughter in-laws, 17 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren filled his...
Thomas Cordle
Apr 9, 2025
Passed away unexpectedly on April 9, 2025 at the age of 51. Loving son to Thomas (Frances) Cordle and Phyllis (John Canter) Burchfield. Dear father to Jayson (Autumn) Cordle. Beloved brother to Tina (Tony) Gaskill and loving uncle to Desirea Heslin. Also survived by former spouse and still loved by Becky Crawford, his dogs Reese and Riley, other relatives and...
Daniel Jones
Apr 6, 2025
Daniel Robert Jones, a man known for his loving nature and gentle spirit, passed away on April 6, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on February 3, 1952, Daniel led a life marked by devotion to his family, an appreciation for life's simple pleasures, and a steadfast commitment to his community. Daniel's legacy is carried on by his beloved...
Shirley Pawelski
Apr 5, 2025
It is with deepest sorrow that we announce Shirley Theresa Pawelski passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, at the age of 90, surrounded by her four children, in Oak Creek, Wisconsin. Shirley was preceded in death by her beloved husband Henry Pawelski; loving parents Harry and Theresa Hoss, and brother Arthur; loving step-father Luman Hodgins and step-brothers Donny and...
Harold Moats
Apr 1, 2025
Harold L. Moats, a cherished patriarch and friend to many, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on November 6, 1929, Harold lived a life marked by love, laughter, and a deep appreciation for the natural world around him. Harold's journey began as the beloved son of Ralph Moats and Marie Sellner, brother of...
Renee Mysliwy
Mar 27, 2025
On March 27, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones, Renee Mysliwy was called from this earth after an 11-year battle with breast cancer. Born on November 22, 1969, Renee brought warmth, strength, and kindness into the lives of all who knew her. She cherished her family deeply and built lasting friendships that stood the test of time. Her unwavering...
Theresa Torkelson
Mar 25, 2025
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Kenneth Tischer
Mar 24, 2025
Tischer, Kenneth Allen, "Ken" gained his eternal life Monday, March 24, 2025 at the age of 64 years. Beloved husband of Kathleen "Kathy" Tischer (nee Verburgt). Loving father of Amber (Mike) Mason, Keith Garland, Ashley Garland, Tiffany (Jose) Tischer Hernandez Garcia, and Genavie Grzesiak. Proud grandfather of Mikey, Anthony, Myles, Jacob, Matthew, Aiden, Layla, Matthew, Layona, Cooper, Jeremiyah, Madison, Mia,...
Christopher Sobon
Mar 21, 2025
Christopher O. Sobon Born November 10th, 1959 to Francis "Bud" and Jean Soban from Oak Creek, WI passed away peacefully at home on March 21st, 2025 at the age of 65. Chris was a very loving and devoted husband to Natalie for 43 years. A Beloved father to Trisha (Ben), Kathrine (Denis) and Kimberly. A Kind and adoring PAPA to...
Marlene Meyer
Mar 19, 2025
Marlene was Born to Eternal Life on March 19, 2025 at the age of 79. Preceding Marlene in death are her parents Henry and Alma; brothers Jimmy, Ron (Cheri), and Lester as well as in laws Andy, and Nancy.
Remembering Marlene are her beloved husband Jerry, daughter Faith (Fred), grandchildren Scott, Ashlyn, Alex and Landon, great grandchildren...
Lawrence Keeler
Mar 18, 2025
Passed away on March 18, 2025 at the age of 48. Preceded in death by his parents Kenneth and Donna Keeler and his sister Lisa. He is survived by his children; Xavier, Kalia and Arianna Keeler and sisters Jennifer (Nathan) and Cathleen (Jon). Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was a man of great faith, had...
Donald Walsh
Mar 17, 2025
Passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025 at the age of 92. Loving husband to Jane Walsh for 68 years. Dear father to Maureen (Patrick) Moran, Dennis (Victoria) Walsh, Jim (Cheryl) Walsh and Karen Walsh. Beloved grandfather to Joielyn (Cory), Ronald (Jaime), Brian (Cara), Jessica (Stephen), and Nick, and great-grandfather to Kaylea, Matthew, Brayden, and Nora. Further survived by nieces,...
Joyce Hartung
Mar 12, 2025
Born to Eternal Life on March 12, 2025 at the age of 98. Preceded in death by her husband Ralph Hartung, daughters Barbara Reichartz and Rita Wargolet, son Richard Hartung, and her brother Lester Bellow. She is survived by her son-in-law Irvin (Liz) Wargolet, 6 grandchildren, many great grandchildren, other family and friends. Visitation on Friday, March 21 from 10...
Gary Kulig
Mar 11, 2025
Gary Kulig ended life's journey on 3-11-25. Loving husband of Karen Kulig and proud father of Ryan Kulig (deceased). Son of August Kulig (deceased) and Virginia Kulig (deceased). Brother of Sharon Schue (deceased), Mary Kulig (deceased) and Patricia (David) Samolinski. Son-in-law of Gilbert Magolan (deceased) and Rita Magolan (deceased). Brother-in-law of Cynthia (Richard) Piorkowski, Nadine (Donald) Drake, Doreen (Hans) Melberg,...
Glen Aaknes
Mar 10, 2025
Glen Aaknes, aged 85, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on October 16, 1939, Glen's life was a testament to the enduring power of love, commitment, and joy in the simple pleasures of life. Married for an impressive 66 years, Glen's unwavering devotion to his wife Judy was the cornerstone of...
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