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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Dorothy Marifke

Dorothy Marifke

Jan 27, 2025

On Januray 27, 2025 Dorothy was reunited with her beloved husband Clarence. Loving mother to David (Charlotte) Marifke, the late Robert Marifke, Jackie (Jeff) Bzdawka and Gary (Lisa) Marifke. Dear grandmother to Jennifer (Terry), Brenda (Dave), Michelle (Steve), Brian (Ashley), Scott, Rachel (Chris), Andrew, Nicholas (Alejandra) and Hollie (Michael). Great-grandmother to Arthur, Katherine, Ethan, Anna, Emily, Avery, Dax, Drew, Zoe,...

Edward Boucha

Edward Boucha

Jan 26, 2025

Edward John Boucha died peacefully on January 26, 2025 at the age of 71. He was born on November 23, 1953 to the late George and Alice Boucha in Warroad, MN. Ed was a proud Native American and a band member of Animakee Wa Zhing #37. Ed graduated from Warroad High School in 1971 and went on to...

Alexander Sielaff

Alexander Sielaff

Jan 24, 2025

Born in 1941 and passed away January 24, 2025 at the age of 83. Son of the late Raymond and Lucille Sielaff. Brother of James (Kathleen) Sielaff and uncle of Daniel, Rachel and Heather. Alex spent most of his life at Southern Wisconsin Center for the developmentally disabled in Union Grove. He loved music especially Elvis. He loved Christmas, Easter...

Elizabeth Karras

Elizabeth Karras

Jan 18, 2025

Passed away peacefully on January 18, 2025 at the age of 80. Preceded in death by her husband Gerald Karras. Loving mother to Steven (Michele Wilson) Karras and Anne (late Robert Combs) Karras. Dear grandmother to Nicholas, Brett and Jake. Sister to Jane (Thomas) Vassel and the late John Delton. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Michael Finnegan

Michael Finnegan

Jan 17, 2025

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 17th, 2025 at the age of 68. Loving Husband of Barbie for almost 50 years. Beloved Dad of Audra (Dennis) and Marshall (Katie). Proud Grandpa of Sophia, Gianna, Ethan and Lucas. Dear Brother of  Barb (Mike) Marcum,  Sue (Mike Kiedrowski) Finnegan and Chris (Anne) Behl. Further survived by extended family and friends....

Laverne Peterson

Laverne Peterson

Jan 11, 2025

LaVerne "Pete" Peterson passed away on January 11, 2025 at the age of 89. Beloved father of Pamela (Bob) Gleason, Penny (Tim) Farrell, and Perry (Jeanette Grischow) Peterson; stepdaughters Dawn Nolan and Dina (Paul) Sustachek. Loving grandfather to Tim Farrell, BJ (Kim) Gleason, Ali (Galen) Burke, Patrick Peterson, Kashian Peterson, Dustin Hoppe, Jesse (Haylee) Sustachek, Austin (Carly) Sustachek and Skylar...

Elizabeth Ksobiech

Elizabeth Ksobiech

Jan 6, 2025

Passed away on January 6, 2025 at the age of 92. Loving wife to the late Richard "Dick" Ksobiech. Dear mother to Brenda (Dave) Bugajski and Tracy (Jeff) Szulczewski. Loving grandmother to Mindi Plante, Dustin (Vanessa) Plante and Elizabeth Szulczewski. Great-grandmother to Logan, Briella and Kalani Plante. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. The family wishes to...

Brian Mesick

Brian Mesick

Jan 2, 2025

Went home to be with the Lord on January 2, 2025 at the age of 68. Born to Barbara Mesick in 1956. Loving husband to Diane for 48 years. Dear father to Jeremy (Nicole), Jessy, Johnny and Hector. Beloved grandpa to Debbie and Jerelynn. Survived by brothers and sisters-law; late Marianne (late James) Balzer, Ed (Jean) Lemay, Aggie (John) Thelen,...

Jesse Ruiz

Jesse Ruiz

Jan 1, 2025

Jesse Ruiz Jr., born on July 27, 1951, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin has gone to be with the Lord on January 1, 2025. Jesse was the third of eight children born to Jesse and Aurelia Ruiz. He is now reunited with his beloved parents and other loved ones. Jesse leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter. He was a dedicated...

Timothy Pezzi

Timothy Pezzi

Jan 1, 2025

Passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025 at the age of 66. Devoted husband to Laurie for 25 years. Beloved son of the late Gerry and late Gloria Pezzi. Loving brother to Victor (Ruth), late Vincent, Rick, Rusty (late Carol), Robert (Kathy), Cindy and Steven. Caring uncle to Angela, Samantha, Jonathan, Joey, Christopher, Joshua, Carl, Michelle, Leanna, Deanna, Taylor and...

Thomas Cantillon

Thomas Cantillon

Dec 26, 2024

Tom passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024.  Tom is survived by his wife Barbara Cantillon, Son Thomas (Bonnie) Cantillon, Daughter Deborah (Dave Grabarczyk) Cantillon, Daughter-In-Law Laurie Drapp, Granddaughter Tammy (Nathan) Schleicher, Great Grandchildren Ava Antonie and Miles Schleicher.  He is preceded in death by his sons Robert Cantillon and Michael Cantillon. Tom was more than just a regular at...

Dian Bowden

Dian Bowden

Dec 24, 2024

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Carl Belter

Carl Belter

Dec 22, 2024

Passed away on December 22, 2024 at the age of 81. He is survived by his wife Delayne "Dee", son Carl Jr. (Michelle), grandchildren: Luke, Kaylyn, Katelyn, Justin and Carly. Also survived by brothers Florian and Ken (Judi), nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great  nephews and great great-nieces and nephews.. Carl worked at the Heil Co. for 21 years. He also worked...

Mary Grant

Mary Grant

Dec 22, 2024

Mary Natalie Shelby Grant, born December 17, 1933, in Antigo, Wisconsin, entered eternal rest surrounded by her loving daughters. She was lovingly cared for in her final days by the compassionate staff at The Woods of Caledonia and caring nurses of St. Croix Hospice. Mary was the beloved daughter of Raymond and Mary Shelby and grew up alongside her brother,...

Elizabeth Nimphius

Elizabeth Nimphius

Dec 20, 2024

Elizabeth was reunited with her beloved husband Rudolph on December 20, 2024, age 98. She was surrounded by her loving family. Along with Rudy she was greeted by her parents, John and Elizabeth. Keeping her memory alive are her children Daniel (Susan), David, Dennis (Monique), Timothy (Darlene) and Thomas (Sherrill); 17 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren and her sister Patricia...

Dennis Mcneely

Dennis Mcneely

Dec 19, 2024

Born to Life November 17, 1946. Born to Eternal Life December 19, 2024. Beloved husband and loving father. Private services will be planned.

June Spielbauer

June Spielbauer

Dec 17, 2024

June was reuntited with her beloved husband Lloyd on December 17, 2024, ten days after her 98 birthday. She was further preceded in death by her parents Frederick and Ester. Keeping June's memory alive are her children Daniel (Kristine), Richard (Kay) and James (Linda), seven grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and her sister Patricia Wonderling. June was a longtime member of...

Marilyn Klopp Filar

Marilyn Klopp Filar

Dec 14, 2024

Marilyn Rosanne Klopp-Filar of Franklin, WI passed away on December 14 th , 2024, at the age of 86. She passed peacefully surrounded by her family. Marilyn is survived by her children, Steven (Kristine) Ludka, Scott (Patricia) Ludka, and Karin (Timothy) Wierman.  Her grandchildren, Angela (Charles), Lauren, Rachel, Samantha (Daniel), Riley (Adrienne), John (Tiffany), and Danielle (Tony). ...

Liza Flagge

Liza Flagge

Dec 13, 2024

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Lisa Eilers

Lisa Eilers

Dec 12, 2024

Born to Eternal Life on December 12, 2024 at the age of 65. Preceded in death by her father Robert Eilers, mother Fern and step-father Carl Schoppe, and brother-in-law Randy Forster. She is survived by her sister Lynn Forster, nieces Kelly (Rich) Forster Stein and Amy (Bradley) DeRosa, great nephews Aidan and Logan Stein and her companion Donald Antoniewicz Jr....

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