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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Jerry Harrison

Jerry Harrison

May 27, 2025

Jerry R. Harrison Passed Away May 27, 2025 at the age of 67. Beloved soulmate of Remy Rod. Loving dad of Jason, Sara, Laura and Jessica Harrison. Proud grandpa of Samantha Harrison, Lily Harrison, Lacey Krajewski and Grayson Jones. Dear brother of Cathy (Mike) Anderson. Further missed by nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends. Jerry was preceded in death...

Susan Janowski

Susan Janowski

May 26, 2025

Susan Ann Janowski (née Lindmeyer), of South Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away  suddenly on May 26, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on January 15, 1948, in Racine, Wisconsin, Susan led a life defined by creativity, and a deep love for family. For much of the 1980's Sue had worked with the American Red Cross, serving as Director of Education...

Melroy Behnke

Melroy Behnke

May 19, 2025

On May 19, 2025 Melroy Ernst Behnke ("Mel") peacefully passed away in his home, surrounded by his family.  He was born 101 years 11 months ago, the oldest child of Melvin and Anna Behnke from Brillion, Wisconsin.  Two siblings included a brother Herbert, two years younger, and a sister (Mary Diann) who died as an infant. Mel...

Patricia Schulz

Patricia Schulz

May 19, 2025

Patricia Ann Schulz entered eternal life Monday, May 19, 2025 at the age of 67 years young. Patricia was born August 4, 1957 to George and June Schulz. A long time resident of Cudahy, Wisconsin, Patty, as friends and family knew her, saw life through different eyes. She enjoyed music, playing games with family and especially visiting her many friends...

Johanna Wasik

Johanna Wasik

May 13, 2025

Johanna was born in Eastern Germany on October 18, 1924 to Johann and Anna Schmolke. Her parents decided to merge their names together for their firstborn and named her Johanna. Over the next nine years, six siblings were added to her family and she helped to care for them all. In the future, that experience made her the perfect aunt...

James Karvonen

James Karvonen

May 10, 2025

A memorial service honoring Jim's life will be held on Saturday, May 31 at Molthen Bell Funeral Home, 700 Milwaukee Ave, South Milwaukee. Visitation will be from 10 am until the time of service at 12 pm. He is preceded in death by his mother Helen, sister Gloria and brother Nestor. He is survived by his loving wife Bonnie (Pietz),...

Mary Tomes

Mary Tomes

May 10, 2025

Our beautiful Mother - Born November 27, 1956 and found peace on May 10, 2025 at the age of 68. She is survived by her children Jim (Carrie) Tomes, Rob (Erin) Tomes and Stephanie Tomes. Loving Grandmother to Ella, Emmy and Evry. Sister to Barb (Bob) Dennis and Jean (Eloy) Briones and sister-in-law to Al Sullivan. Further survived...

Walter Wszelaki

Walter Wszelaki

May 6, 2025

Walter William Wszelaki passed away on May 6, 2025, at the age of 71 at his home in South Milwaukee. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Beloved husband and best friend of Heidi (née Carlson) for 44 wonderful years, Walter—affectionately called Wally by many, and still known as "Bill" to many of his family members and ...

Caroline Totka

Caroline Totka

May 2, 2025

Totka, (Westphal) Caroline, age 84, of St. Francis, WI passed away peacefully at her home on May 2 after braving a long illness. Caroline was born on September 10, 1940, a daughter to the late Willi & Hertha Westphal.   On November 12, 1984 she was united in marriage to Mike Totka. Even throughout her long illness she kept her sense...

Dolores Piarulli

Dolores Piarulli

Apr 29, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dolores Piarulli, who left us peacefully on April 29, 2025, at the age of 98. Dolores lived a life marked by humility, kindness and an unwavering love of family. Dolores was a devoted mother to her son, Louis Piarulli, and daughters, Judith Kick and Susan Piarulli. She was...

Rachel Mantey

Rachel Mantey

Apr 28, 2025

Rachel Mantey, 86, of South Milwaukee, passed away April 28, 2025. She was born to the late Robert and Irene Adams, October 18, 1938, in Milwaukee, WI.  Rachel graduated from South Milwaukee High School in 1956 and received her Registered Nursing Diploma from Milwaukee County General Hospital School of Nursing in 1959. She married the late Frederick Mantey in 1959. ...

Lester Bondowski

Lester Bondowski

Apr 26, 2025

Passed away on April 26, 2025 at the age of 95. Preceded in death by his parents John and Lottie Bondowski. Loving husband to Cheri Wogsland-Bondowski. Dear father to Joseph (Marisue) Bondowski and Mary (Jeff) Wiegert. Beloved grandpa to Daniel (Emily) Wiegert, David (Melanie) Wiegert, Abby Bondowski, Ashley (Nicholas) Weber, Taylor Krutina and great grandpa to Liam Wiegert, Olivia Wiegert,...

Patricia Lisowski

Patricia Lisowski

Apr 23, 2025

Born to Eternal Life, Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 87 years. Loving wife of the late Jerome "Jerry." Beloved mother of Gary (Sandra) Lisowski, Gregg (the late Donna) Lisowski, Gerald (Nicole) Lisowski, Debra (James) George, Julianne (John DDS) Linstrom and Geoffrey Lisowski. Proud grandma of Daniel Lisowski, Scott Lisowski, the late Jared Lisowski and Stephanie (Cameron) Lee. Great-grandma of Dak...

John Loveall

John Loveall

Apr 20, 2025

John Eugene Loveall, resident of Kenosha, formerly a long-time resident of South Milwaukee, was born October 13, 1949 and died on April 20, 2025 from liver failure.  He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Joan (nee Davis) Loveall, a son Jason Allen Loveall, and 1 grandchild.  Preceded in death by his parents, Jack Loveall and Mamie (nee...

Steven Detrie

Steven Detrie

Apr 19, 2025

Passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025 at the age of 69. Loving father to Vanessa Detrie and Steven (Cristina) Detrie Jr. Dear grandfather to Kaylee. He is survived by his longtime girlfriend Kathleen Bernier. Brother to Michael (Janice) Detrie, Lynn Detrie, Paul (late Christina) Detrie, Julie (Robert) Goss and Kristine (Ronald) Ream. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives...

Vincent Koehler

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

Linda Haines

Apr 17, 2025

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Patricia Mitchel Gonzales

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

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

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...

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