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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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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...

Patricia Trauernicht

Patricia Trauernicht

Oct 28, 2017

(nee Dziobkowski) Was called home to the Lord on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the age of 80. Preceded in death by her husband Mack L. Trauernicht, parents Frank and Jean Dziobkowski, and sister Josephine (Gordy) Krawczyk. Loving mother to Brian (Mary) Trauernicht, Jeffrey (Beverley) Trauernicht, Jacqueline (Thomas) Roehsler, Nathan (Julie) Trauernicht and Nicole (Benjamin) Cofta. Also survived by her...

Mario Del Rosso

Mario Del Rosso

Oct 28, 2017

With great sorrow, the family of Mike Del Rosso announces his passing at age 87 on October 28, 2017. Mike was born on November 18, 1929, in Chicago, son of Alice and Mario Del Rosso. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Lola Jean; daughter Diana (David Felland); son-in-law Steve Calhoun (Shyla). He doted on his grandchildren...

Richard Davidoff

Richard Davidoff

Oct 27, 2017

Passed away peacefully on Friday, October 27, 2017 at the age of 64. Preceded in death by his wife Mary and daughter Maggie. Loving father to Dustin (Alyssa) Cappelli and dear grandfather to Sydney, Luca, Nico, Kirsten, Kaleb and Kadon. Also survived by his brothers Bobby, Roger and sister Patty. He is further survived by many great friends. Memorial visitation...

Doris Mueller

Doris Mueller

Oct 26, 2017

Found peace on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at the age of 91. Preceded in death by her husband Lawrence. Loving mother to Wayne (Karen) Mueller. Dear grandmother to Jodi (George) Carini and Ryan (Ashley) Mueller. Great-grandmother to Helena and Sophia Carini. Also survived by her nieces and nephews; Chris Kilbourn, Gail (Pat) Corrigan, Susan (Michael) Corrigan and Michael (Dawn) Kilbourn....

Audrey Bierbach

Audrey Bierbach

Oct 25, 2017

Bierbach, Audrey E. (nee LeGath) Of South Milwaukee, Born To Eternal Life October 25, 2017 at the age of 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth Bierbach for 67 years. Loving mother of Thomas (Theresa Bellone), Peter (Linda), Robert (Vicki), Andrew (Pam), and Timothy Bierbach. Proud grandmother of Hunter (Michelle Watson), Simon (Jodie), Kyle (Lauren Bobrowicz), Joshua (Ashley), Dustin...

Margaret Serak

Margaret Serak

Oct 24, 2017

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at the age of 90. Preceded in death by her husband Stephen, son Stephen and daughter Carol. Loving mother to Michael (Donna), Joseph (Kathleen), Thomas (Peggy), Barbara and Jeanne. Also survived by 12 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and her brother Andrew (Joyce). Futher survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation at...

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