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.

Please visit our Wall of Honor to view the veterans we were honored to serve.

Janet Jakubowski

Janet Jakubowski

Mar 8, 2018

Passed away peacefully in her home with her daughters by her side on Thursday, March 8, 2018, age 79. Preceded in death by her parents Ezra and Ruby Pennington and her sister Judith Combs. Loving mother to Christine Mihopulos, Nancy Jakubowski and Cynthia (Daniel) Zielinski. Dear grandma to Marie, Renee, Daniel, Russell and Erin. Also survived by 4 great-grandchildren, nieces,...

Jerome Marifke

Jerome Marifke

Mar 7, 2018

Marifke, Jerome J. passed away on March 7, 2018 at the age of 94 years. He is reunited with his beloved wife, Frances (nee Bibis). Loving father of Karen (Gary) Kirchner, Dennis Marifke, and Bonnie Salopek. Proud grandfather of Michael, Paul, Erin, Dana, Lisa (Mike), and Tim (Robin). Great-grandfather of Aidan, Jade, Damion, Kaylee, Emma, Jax, Anthony, Emily, and Jake....

Phyllis Warner

Phyllis Warner

Mar 4, 2018

Age 96, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2018 attended to by her daughter, Barbara (Warner) McQuiag in TN. Phyllis was a native and long time resident of South Milwaukee, WI. She was much loved by family and friends. She is also survived by her son, Jack C. Warner, grandchildren: Thor Warner, Suzanne Hoffman, Julie Lolo, and Vince Warner; as...

Cheryl Albright

Cheryl Albright

Mar 2, 2018

Albright (Pratt), Cheryl J. (Nee Rossetti) Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, March 2, 2018, at the age of 73. Beloved wife of Gary Albright and of the late George Pratt. Caring mother of Scott (Mary) Pratt and Dennis (Jennifer) Pratt. Proud grandmother of Jessica (Kevin) Hying, Janet (Alex) Thielen, Jill (Anthony) Cox, Katie (Jake) Eaton, and...

Christine Tougas

Christine Tougas

Feb 28, 2018

Born to Eternal Life on February 28, 2018 at the age of 74. Preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Sophie (nee Gorz) Drogosz. Loving wife of Philip. Bonus mother of Penny (Mike) Loden, Tom (Debbie) Tougas, Tony (Lynda) Tougas, Renee (Mark) Nemeth and Tim Tougas. Dear grandma to Bryan (Jessica), Brandon, Blake, Larissa, Nicholas, Kristen, Zachary, Jacob, Ryan,...

Peter Rogars

Peter Rogars

Feb 19, 2018

Rogars Jr., Peter H. "Butch" passed away on February 19, 2018 at the age of 77 years. Beloved longtime companion of Mary O'Shea. Loving father of Theresa (Walter) Huebner, Peter, Michael (Theresa), and Paul. Proud grandfather of Amanda Huebner, Matthew Huebner, Chadwick (Brittany), Lucas, and Mark Brown. Great-grandfather of 4 great-grandchildren. Brother of Faith Lueders and Larraina (Gordon) Nelson. Uncle...

Mary Zielinski

Mary Zielinski

Feb 16, 2018

Zielinski, Mary (Nee Schulgen) Reunited with her husband George, parents Marion and Robert Schulgen and brother Thomas Schulgen on Friday, February 16th, 2018. Preceded in death by her children Joseph Zielinski and Georgianna Meyer. Survived by her brother Charles (Angela), brother in law Hal Cusick (late Roberta). Also survived by her sons Thomas (Sherry) and Daniel (Cindy) Zielinski, grandchildren, nieces,...

Charles Fouts

Charles Fouts

Feb 16, 2018

Passed away on Friday, February 16, 2018 at the age of 87. Loving husband to the late Beatrice. Beloved father to Brenda Fouts, Leslie (David) Defebo and step-father of the late Gwendolyn Johnson. Dear brother of Reta (Wayne) Flavin, Bruce Fouts and the late Donald (Susan) Fouts. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation at Divine Mercy...

Esther Martin

Esther Martin

Feb 12, 2018

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, February 12, 2018 a the age of 91. Preceded in death by her husbands Allen Martin and Chester Damask as well as her son Allen Martin. Loving mother to Suzanne (the late Kerry) Martin-Smith, Sandra (Steve) Schaufelberger, Sharon (Blaine) Bukowski, and Jeffrey (Jacquelyn) Damask. Dear grandmother to Angela (Bryan) Olson and Barry...

Frank Pranghofer

Frank Pranghofer

Feb 12, 2018

Frank J. Pranghofer, 61, of Milwaukee passed away Monday, February 12, 2018. Frank was born February 11, 1957 in Milwaukee to William and Rosann Pranghofer. He was a devoted husband to Rebecca for 39 years, a loving father to Jessica (Jason) Czaja and Emily (Jason) Oltmanns and beloved "Grandpa Frank" to Owen and Blake Oltmanns. He was the owner of...

Friderich Lorentzen

Friderich Lorentzen

Feb 12, 2018

Lorentzen, Friderich S. "Fritz" Went home to be with the Lord on February 12, 2018 at the age of 86. Loving father of Christopher Lorentzen and Mark (Robyn) Lorentzen. Survived by companion Nancy Chybowski. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 53 years Jimmie (Gray) Lorentzen, parents Gabriel and Dagmar Lorentzen, and...

Leonard Wayer

Leonard Wayer

Feb 11, 2018

Wayer, Leonard J. passed away Sunday, February 11, 2018 at the age of 96. Beloved husband of the late Helen (nee Wolta). Loving father of Tom Wayer and Diane (Mel) Dilley. Special friend and care giver Irene Perez. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Leonard enjoyed spending time at the Vet's club at the VA. Visitation at...

Martha Schilz

Martha Schilz

Feb 10, 2018

Schilz, Martha B. (nee Sokolowski) entered into the fullness Eternal Life on February 10, 2018 at the age of 94 years. Loving mother of James. Proud and beloved grandmother of Sarah, Jimmy, and Mary. Former wife and special best friend of the late Robert Schilz. Sister and best friend of Josephine Sokolowski, Sister of Carmella (the late Ralph) Hintz, the...

Emil Kling

Emil Kling

Feb 10, 2018

Kling Jr., Emil L., passed away on February 10, 2018 at the age of 77 years. He is survived by his beloved wife, Sandra. Loving father of Roxanne (Alex) Mladenovich and Christine (Dennis) Enoch. Proud grandfather of Megan Stetzer, Joshua Enoch, Jessica Enoch, and Nicholas (Samantha) Mladenovich. Great-grandfather of Garrett Stetzer, Mikayla Stetzer, Cameron Enoch, and Emery Mladenovich. Brother of...

Lorraine Griph

Lorraine Griph

Feb 9, 2018

Passed away on Friday, February 9, 2018, age 89. Loving wife of the late Carl Griph and preceded in death by her brothers and sisters. Beloved mother of Leonard (Sarah) Griph and Gregory (Gail) Griph. Dear grandmother to Adam (Nicole), Anthony, Benjamin, Sara (Alex), Erin, Jacob and the late Rachael Griph. Also survived by her 5 great-grandchildren; Brendyn, Norelle, Garrett,...

John Reinhardt

John Reinhardt

Feb 8, 2018

Age 90 of Greenfield, died on Thursday, February 8, 2018. He was born October 13, 1927 in Sheboygan to John and Esther (nee Herman) Reinhardt. John was a WWII Navy veteran serving from 1944 to 1948. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Robert and Conrad and sister Margaret (Raymond). Loving husband to Jean and beloved father to...

Subscribe

Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries

An orange arrow pointing to the right on a white background.
A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.