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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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Olga Horton

Olga Horton

Sep 16, 2019

Of South Milwaukee passed unexpectedly on Monday, September 16, 2019, at the age of 70. She was born in Austria and was the daughter of Nikolaus and Franziska Dujomovic. Olga was the wife of the late David Horton. She is survived by her child, Tina (Steve) Wroblewski and grandchildren, Shane Effinger, Joe Effinger, Shelby Wroblewski; child, Nicholas Schuster and grandchildren,...

Mary Ann Holding

Mary Ann Holding

Sep 15, 2019

Passed away peacefully on Sun., Sept. 15, 2019 at the age of 88. Loving wife of the late James E. Holding. She is survived by her children, James (the late Sandy) Holding, Cheri (Craig) Lindstedt and Sandy (Mike) Povolo; grandchildren, Bill Lindstedt, and Laura (Mark) Landvatter; great-grandchildren, Brandon Lindstedt, Justin Lindstedt, Alex Landvatter and Ryan . Further survived by step-grandchildren,...

Avak Tertadian

Avak Tertadian

Sep 12, 2019

Born on December 3, 1924 and passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2019 at the age of 94. Loving husband to Janice A. Tertadian (nee Berg). Beloved father to Scott Tertadian, David (Kari) Tertadian, Jack Tertadian M.D. and Nancy (Steven) Sikora. Dear grandfather to Elizabeth (Marcus) Roshak, Steven Tertadian, Lauren, Noah and Max Sikora. Great-grandfather to James Roshak. Brother to...

Ann Stevens

Ann Stevens

Sep 11, 2019

Stevens, Ann E. passed away on September 11, 2019 at the age of 62. Loving mother of Robert (Angie), Sabrina (Marcus) Rhines, Wesley (Samantha) Norquist, and Toni Freeman (Roger Baptiste). Very proud grandmother of Brittany, Geneva, Elijah, Micah, Aminah, Aria, and Madelyn. She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Sharon Harron, and her brother, William Harron. She...

John Seibel

John Seibel

Sep 9, 2019

Passed away peacefully on Monday, September 9, 2019 at the age of 66. Loving husband to Debra. Beloved father to Sally (Brian) Dollar, Nicole (Steve) Pliszka and Jill (Rob) Struble. Dear grandfather to Alicia (Ryan) Foster, Tyler Struble and Gavin Dollar. Also survived by his great-granddaughter Emma, many brothers and sisters, other relatives and friends. Memorial visitation at the funeral...

Richard Patten

Richard Patten

Sep 9, 2019

Richard "Dick" A. Patten- "Papa"- joined his wife, Amelia, on September 9, 2019 at the age of 83. He was a loving husband, father, and Papa. Richard was born on November 12, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois. Despite this, he was a true Packer fan known to taunt Bear fans by reminding them that indeed, "the Bears still suck". He had...

Donald Kuhagen

Donald Kuhagen

Sep 8, 2019

Passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2019, age 69. He is survived by his special friend, Lois M. Burns and step-son Richard (Donna) Burns. Preceded in death by his brother Ronald Kuhagen. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation at the funeral home on Thursday, September 12 from 4 to 7 PM with a service at 7 PM. Interment...

George Brenzel

George Brenzel

Sep 7, 2019

Passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at the age of 85. He is survived by his son Mark and ex-wife, Barbara. Brother to James (Mical), Daniel (Kathy), Abigail (Dell) Lewis, Bridget (Chris) Kurth, Caroline (Rod) Meade, Nannette Nimmer and the late Sarah Traina. Also survived by other relatives and friends. George was a Milwaukee police officer for 32 years....

Michael Grabowski

Michael Grabowski

Sep 5, 2019

Passed unexpectedly on Thurs., Sept. 5, 2019 at the age of 33. His humor, laughter, joy and love will be missed by his parents, Michael J. and Teresa A. Grabowski Sr.; brothers, Shane (fiancé, Jaimee Sixty) Grabowski and Travis (Tonya Ross) Grabowski; maternal grandparents, Mary and Frank Szpek; nieces & nephews, Althea, Jordyn, Estevan, Daniel, Dayne and Lyric; aunts &...

Merlyn Jekich

Merlyn Jekich

Sep 1, 2019

Jekich, Merlyn A. passed away on September 1, 2019 surrounded by family at the age of 92. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Lazar. Loving mother of Milo (Claudia) and Mark. Proud grandmother of Michelle (Clinton), Melony, Ashley (Tammer), Joe (Michelle), and Lisa (John). Great-grandparent of 13 great-grandchildren and great-great-grandmother of 2 great-great-grandchildren. Sister of Warren (Lorrain). Preceded in...

Dawn Hosmanek

Dawn Hosmanek

Aug 30, 2019

Hosmanek, Dawn P. (nee Dinkelman) Preceded in death by her husband Joseph J. Hosmanek. Proud, loving and devoted mother of Jodeen, Max (Celina), Dan (Ellen), Jilan (Jeff Kerznar), Sally (Peter Schultz), and Eileen. Loving grandmother of Erin (Jeff), Martin, EmmyLou, Hans (Toni), John and Grae and great-grandmother to Milo and Lucy. Beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. And BFF...

Alvin Gaeth

Alvin Gaeth

Aug 29, 2019

Gaeth, Alvin passed away on August 29, 2019 at the age of 89 years. He was born June 5, 1930 to Frederick and Josephine Gaeth. Preceded in death by his parents, his wives Cleda Louise (nee Madison) & Patricia Mary (nee Marine), his daughter Linda Louise, sisters Dolores (the late Ken), Amelia (the late Earl), Anna (the late Edward), Eleonore;...

Carol Drier

Carol Drier

Aug 29, 2019

Passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, August 29, 2019, age 77. Preceded in death by her husband Joseph Drier. She is survived by her three children; Tim, Sherry and Dawn. Further survived by many grandchildren, nieces, nephews and dear friends. Memorial service at Forest Hill Memorial Park Chapel (3301 E Forest Hill Ave, Oak Creek) on Monday, September...

John Nowicki

John Nowicki

Aug 29, 2019

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 29, 2019, at the age of 72. He is survived by Jayne, his wife of 42 years. Loving father to Matthew (Kerri) and Rebecca (Mike). Beloved grandfather of Ryan and Ethan. Dear brother to Barbara (Dennis), Gloria (Gene), Pat (Steve) and Colleen (Michael). Also survived by his best friends Ron, Steve, Paul and his...

Marilyn Bordak

Marilyn Bordak

Aug 29, 2019

Marilyn J. Bordak (nee Dellevar) went to her Heavenly home on August 29, 2019. Preceded in death by her loving husband Robert "Bob," her parents Claude Sr. and Anna Dellevar, her infant sister Shirley, and younger brother Delmar. Marilyn was born on July 16, 1930 in Shelby Ohio. Survived by older brother Claude Jr, sister in law Carol Dellevar, three...

Burt Treweek

Burt Treweek

Aug 27, 2019

Born in Dearborn, Michigan and a lifelong resident of St. Francis, WI. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 27, 2019, age 66. Preceded in death by his wife Nancy. He is survived by his sons Joshua and Joseph. Memorial visitation at St. Mark's Ev. Lutheran Church (3515 E Van Norman Ave, Cudahy) on Tuesday, September 3 from 10 to 11...

April Mikula

April Mikula

Aug 27, 2019

Our dear angel, April Mikula, of South Milwaukee, WI passed to a better life on August 27, 2019 at the age of 59. Dear sister of Dawn; loving aunt of nephew Daryl and niece Autumn (Ethan); great-aunt of Lillian. April leaves behind her significant loving partner and best friend of 20+ years, Michael Nichols. He aided her over the past...

Carolyn Marks

Carolyn Marks

Aug 27, 2019

Marks, Carolyn A. (nee Schoenhaar) passed away on August 27, 2019 at the age of 94 years. She is survived by her loving children James, Richard, and Lori Bates. Proud grandmother of 6 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Sister of Bruce Schoenhaar. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation will be at Molthen-Bell Funeral Home on Saturday, August 31, 2019...

Frances Peregrine

Frances Peregrine

Aug 19, 2019

Peregrine, Frances "Fran" L. (nee Rash) unexpectedly passed away on August 19, 2019 and is in the loving arms of her Savior. Beloved wife of Robert Sr. Loving mother of Stephen (Tammi) Poe and stepmother of Linda (Rev. Mark) Smith and Robert Jr. (Cherie). Proud grandmother of 9 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and 1 more great-grandchild on the way. Sister of...

William Brandt

William Brandt

Aug 17, 2019

Passed peacefully on Sat., Aug. 17, 2019, at the age of 84. Loving husband of Kathleen D. (nee Kotke) of 66 years. Cherished father of Tammy (Ronald) Drzewiecki, Randy (Christine) and Scott Brandt. Proud grandpa of Ashley (Joshua) Bierbach, Whitney (Tyler) Knudtson, Randi (Joshua) Fleischman, Jessica (Danny) Herro, Caitlin (Gilbert) Gonzalez, Christopher (Taylor) Drzewiecki and Brianna Brandt. Great-grandpa of Connor,...

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