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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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Gerald Joers

Gerald Joers

Dec 14, 2017

Joers, Gerald "Jerry" A. Age 68, passed away due to complications of Huntington's Disease with his family by his side on December 14, 2017. Loving and beloved husband of Joanne (Nee Horton). Proud and devoted dad of Matthew (Misty).Adoring grampa of Mason. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, brother, Eugene (Patti) and sister, Laura Schmitt, mother-in-law, Henrietta Horton, brother-in-law,...

Jeffrey Dean

Jeffrey Dean

Dec 12, 2017

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 12th at the age of 63 years. Preceded in death by his parents George and Mabel Dean and sister Patricia Toman. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Maudie). Loving father of Nicholas (Corey) and Matthew (Amy) Dean. Proud grandpa Jeff of Dominic and Wesley. Also survived by his sister Marilyn (Warren) Lister and special son-in-law...

Alvin Loeffler

Alvin Loeffler

Dec 11, 2017

Passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 11, 2017 at the age of 95. Preceded in death by his sisters Ruth Mielke, Grace Thiede and Jean Lowe. Survived by his wife of 69 years, Irma Wiegel Loeffler. Beloved father to Bonnie (Ray) McMahan, Lorraine (Brian) Sorrick, Karen Loeffler, Jean (Bill) Drilias, Nancy (Duane Pickel) Loeffler and Mary (Tom) Ballinger....

Raymond Sleeth

Raymond Sleeth

Dec 8, 2017

Sleeth, Raymond M. Passed away Friday, December 8, 2017. Visitation Friday, December 15 at the funeral home from 5 to 6pm with a Funeral Service at 6pm. Interment Private Molthen-Bell Funeral Home 700 Milwaukee Ave. South Milwaukee, WI (414)762-0154 www.molthenbell.com

Mary Haidarian

Mary Haidarian

Dec 7, 2017

Haidarian, Mary B. (nee Balian) passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at the age of 87 years. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Esahag. She is preceded in death by her parents, Mehran & Margaret (nee Sahagian) Balian; and siblings, Sharon Hayden, Sam Balian, and Richard Vartan Balian. She is survived by many cherished nieces & nephews; Godchildren;...

David Cyr

David Cyr

Dec 4, 2017

Cyr, David K. Passed away on Monday, December 4, 2017 at the age of 59. Loving husband to Jean. Beloved father to David, Nicole and Edward. Also survived by his two grandchildren Josephina and Emelio. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation at Molthen Bell Funeral Home (700 Milwaukee Ave, South Milwaukee) on Friday, December 8 from...

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,...

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