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.

Joanne Wesley

Joanne Wesley

Nov 29, 2017

Wesley, Joanne M. (nee Gargulak) Of South Milwaukee, Born to eternal life November 29, 2017 at the age of 57 years. Loving mother of the late Dennis (Amber) Wesley, and Megan Wesley. Dear sister of the late Thomas (Ann Marie), Jerry (Ame), Tony (Joan), and the late David Gargulak. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mass of...

Edmond Skibba

Edmond Skibba

Nov 28, 2017

Born to Eternal Life on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at the age of 66. He is survived by his sister Pat Landergott, cousins, other relatives and friends. Visitation at Divine Mercy Parish on December 1 from 10 to 11 AM with Mass to follow. Interment Holy Sepulcher Cemetery.

Maryann Hendryx

Maryann Hendryx

Nov 27, 2017

Hendryx, MaryAnn (nee Heine) Of South Milwaukee, went to heaven, back into the loving arms of her mother Helen and her father Frank on November 28, 2017 at the age of 78 years. Loving mother of Patricia Ann (Bob) White, Walter (Charlene) White, Michael (Dawn) White, Jeffrey (Julie) Hendryx, and Teresa Ann Mikula. Proud grandmother of Carrie, Christopher, Andrew, Jonathan,...

Marilyn Goeden

Marilyn Goeden

Nov 23, 2017

Goeden, Marilyn, Lois (nee Carey) Of Oak Creek, found peace November 23, 2017 at the age of 79 years. Beloved wife of Kenneth. Loving mom of Maureen (Jose) Casas and Patrick Munsell. Stepmom of Diana, Candice, William, Lorrie, and Barry. Proud grandma of 4 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Memorial service Friday December 8,...

William Erwin

William Erwin

Nov 22, 2017

Erwin, William "Bill" F. went to Heaven on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at the age of 68 years. Beloved husband and best friend of Suzy (nee Paquin) for 43 years. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Laura Erwin. He is further survived by sister, Patty (Jim) Penn; nieces, Lynn (Gary) Morawicz and Amy Ludwig; and great...

Ralph Hetzel

Ralph Hetzel

Nov 21, 2017

Hetzel, Ralph R. was chosen by the Lord to join him at the age of 86. He is reunited with his beloved wife Rosemary. Loving father of Michael (Sandra), Peggy (John), Richard, Patricia (Scott), Geri (Dan), and Robert. Proud and loving grandfather of John (Tiffany), Catherine (Lacee), Samantha (Zachary), Jacqueline (Brian), Danielle, Lucas, Morgan, Hailey, Devin and Dillon. Loving great...

Ferne Ponto

Ferne Ponto

Nov 21, 2017

Ponto, Ferne Adele Ferne Ponto departed this earthly life and entered eternal life on November 21, 2017. 1 Corinthians 15:57 Thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Ferne was born on October 6, 1926 to Julius and Zelda Sorenson. She enjoyed her growing up years with brothers Donald, Donovan, and Douglas. In 1950,...

Peggy Mckendry

Peggy Mckendry

Nov 14, 2017

(nee O'Brien) Transcended this existence on November 14, 2017, joining her parents Donald Frederick O'Brien and Gladys Louise O'Brien née Warren. Peggy was born on April 1, 1943 in Ripon, Wisconsin, during her favorite season, the time of "spring lace." She lives on through her siblings Sherry (Del), Cody, Kelly (Kim), Cindy (Tom), and Tracy (Sue), her husband Bradford Ernest...

Rodney Nichols

Rodney Nichols

Nov 13, 2017

Nichols, Rodney A. Of Oak Creek, Born to eternal life November 13, 2017 at the age of 64 years. Beloved husband of Doreen Nichols. Loving father of Shawn (Susan) Nichols, and Ryan Nichols. Proud grandfather of Tabitha, Danny, and Andrew. Cherished son of Bernice and the late Duane Nichols. Dear brother of the late Penny (Jim) Seidner, Patty (Jim) Guza,...

Louis Melotik

Louis Melotik

Nov 12, 2017

Of Cudahy. Born to Eternal Life on November 12, 2017 at the age of 86 years. Dear brother of Martin (Maureen) Melotik, Robert (Elaine) Melotik, Arthur (Doug Edelen) Melotik and Andrew (Barbara) Melotik. Brother of the late John (Janice) Melotik. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation at the funeral home on Thursday, November 16 from 4...

Albin Janiszewski

Albin Janiszewski

Nov 11, 2017

Janiszewski, Albin E. passed away on November 11, 2017 at the age of 90 years. He is reunited with his beloved wife, Lois. Loving father of Steven (Heidi) Janiszewski and Mary Pifer. Grandfather of Amy (Christopher) Drout, Kimberly (Timothy) Buntrock, Sara Janiszewski, Kelly (Matt) Lyman, and Abby Janiszewski. Great-grandfather of Ethan, Ella, & Caleb Drout, Jackson Lyman, and William Buntrock....

Avalon Krygier

Avalon Krygier

Nov 10, 2017

Krygier, Avalon B. (nee Zynda) passed away on November 10, 2017 at the age of 100 years. She is reunited with her beloved husband of 61 years, Roman. Loving mother of Dee (Rick) Pracki. Proud grandmother of Kristin, Karen, and Kevin (Krystal). Great-grandmother of Taylor, Kendyll, Kaitlyn, Elizabeth, Addison, Kaleb, and Kody. Avalon was preceded in death by her daughter,...

Judith Witt

Judith Witt

Nov 8, 2017

Passed away peacefully following a courageous battle with cancer. Loving wife of 47 years to Neil A. Witt. Beloved mother of Sarah (Lance) Bento and Jessica (AJ) Tegt. Adored grandma of Camren, Selena, and Eli Bento, Madeline and Jacob Tegt, along with many grand pets. Judy was preceded in death by her parents, Elaine and Walter Walker, sister Jean Walker,...

Patricia Schiefer

Patricia Schiefer

Nov 6, 2017

Schiefer, Patricia A. (nee Polecheck) passed away on November 6, 2017 at the age of 82 years. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Hugh. Loving mother of Stuart (Carol) Schiefer and Cheryl (Jeffrey) Kitzke. Proud grandmother of Tamara (Bryan) Kroes, Amanda (Chris) Gruber, Casandra (Sam) Dekeyser, Adam Schiefer, Kendall (Michael) Emerson, and Adrianne (Steven) Broeker. Great-grandmother of Tehya, Paisley,...

Theresa Schultz

Theresa Schultz

Nov 6, 2017

Schultz, Theresa L. passed away on November 6, 2017 at the age of 56 years. Beloved daughter of Maryellen and the late John. Loving sister of Christine and John. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation will be at Molthen-Bell Funeral Home on Sunday, November 12, 2017 from 4:30PM-7:30PM. Funeral service will be at the funeral home on Sunday...

Gary Van Kylen

Gary Van Kylen

Nov 5, 2017

Passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2017 at the age of 73. Preceded in death by his parents Frank and Isabelle Van Kylen and sister Christine. Loving husband to Jene and beloved father to Vanessa (Joe) Klein, Andrea (Johnny) Cichowski and Amanda (Terry) Chaffer. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, his brothers Greg (Sharon) and Dennis (Nancy)...

Albert Clasen

Albert Clasen

Nov 4, 2017

Clasen, Albert H. Passed away peacefully on November 4, 2017 at the age of 85. Loving husband of Jean Clasen (Nee Hughes). Loving brother of Mary Ruth (Late David) Liegler, Robert (Donnarae) Clasen, Don (Susan) Clasen, Rae (Late Leslie) Lunsford, and Lee (Nancy) Clasen. Further survived by lots and lots of nephews and nieces. Preceded in death by his parents...

Mary Weiss

Mary Weiss

Nov 1, 2017

Born to Eternal Life on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at the age of 86. Preceded in death by her parents William and Minnie Weiss, and sister Kathleen (Joseph) Geletko. She is survived by her brothers William (Maureen) Weiss and James (the late Mary Lou) Weiss and sister Lois (the late Dr. John T.) Schmitz. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other...

Karla Harris

Karla Harris

Nov 1, 2017

Karla Nimphius Harris, 62, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2017. Loving wife of Clarence for 31 wonderful years, and cherished mother to Casey (Jacob Wood), and Claren. Beloved sister of Kris (John) Richardson-Smith, and Kurt (Krista) Nimphius. Treasured niece of Betty Nimphius. Second mother to Vittoria, Asako, Nicole and Tony. Confidant, mentor, and friend to countless nieces, nephews, cousins,...

Marybeth Turner-Robinson

Marybeth Turner-Robinson

Oct 31, 2017

Born to Eternal Life on Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at the age of 75. Preceded in death by her husbands William R. Turner and Larry P. Robinson, brother James Mannasmith and step-daughter Joan (Clem) Augustynowicz. Loving mother to Michael (Elizabeth) Turner and step-mother to Susan (Dave) Drosner, Stephen Turner and Christopher (Adrienne) Robinson. Proud grandmother of Laura (James) Schrieber, John...

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