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.
John Chapko
Aug 6, 2017
Entered into eternal life on August 6, 2017 at the age of 86. Longtime resident of South Milwaukee, John was married to Barbara (nee Starks) for 62 years. Loving father of Michael (Ida), Karen (Mark) Fairbanks, Nancy, and Terry (Paige Shuman). Cherished grandfather of Carly, Amanda, Julia (Michael), Natalie (Jason), Jonathan, Timothy, Tanner, Kendall, and Brendan. Proud great-grandfather of Amelia....
Ronald Serocki
Aug 5, 2017
Serocki, Ronald Resident of Waterford, WI. Former resident of Cudahy, WI. Ron passed away at age 52 with his last days spent with his family and friends by his side on Saturday, August 5, 2017. Loving son of the late George J. and the late Margaret J. Serocki. Cherished brother of Robert (Mary) Serocki, Kathleen (Bill) Mani, Bonnie Dillon, Richard...
Lorraine Johnson
Aug 3, 2017
Johnson, Lorraine (nee Kriske) passed away on August 3, 2017 at the age of 87 years. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Richard. Loving mother of Michael (Janice), Douglas (Beth), and Laura Segrin. Proud grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Sister of Raymond Kriske and Gerald Kriske. According to Lorraine's wishes, no service will be held. Interment will...
Mary D'Alessandro
Aug 1, 2017
(nee Urschler) of Caledonia. Born to eternal life August 1, 2017 at the age of 75 years. Beloved wife of the late Michael A. D'Alessandro Sr. Dear mother of Michael Jr. (Renee) and Kenneth (Connie) D'Alessandro. Proud grandmother of Michael T, Zoe, and Danielle. Fond sister of Margaret (Kenneth) Friedl and Carl (Canan) Urschler. Proud Aunt of Julie (Paul) Steiner...
Jane Gilanyi
Jul 29, 2017
Gilanyi, Jane E. (nee Felten) Of South Milwaukee, Met her Savior on July 29, 2017 at the age of 78 years. Beloved wife of Frank Gilanyi. Loving mother of Karen (Roy "Bill") Griffith, and Alan (Chris) Gilanyi. Proud grandmother of Fred (Amanda) Karol, Kim (Mike) McFarlin, Tim (Lindsey) Karol, Mike (fiance-Tami) Gilanyi, Dan (Lauren) Gilanyi, and Josh Gilanyi. Great-grandmother of...
John Wal
Jul 29, 2017
Wal, John B. was called to Jesus on July 29, 2017 at the age of 54 years. Loving brother of Dawn (Ronald) Kuchler, Deanna (Dean Copland), Matthew, and Denell Bovee (Dave Hogland). Proud uncle of Ryan, Nick, Leah, Clayton, and Kayla. Great-uncle of Micah, Emma, Bella, Jace, and Aryana. Further survived by his friend, Susan, other family and friends. Private...
Donald Howard
Jul 29, 2017
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at the age of 79. Loving husband to Dorothy. Beloved father to David (Chel) and Darcy (Sean) Smith. Also survived by his grandchildren Brianna, Kayla, Alec, Daniel. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Memorial visitation at the funeral home on Monday, August 7 from 4 to 7 PM with a memorial...
Edna Janusiak
Jul 27, 2017
Passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2017 at the age of 91. Preceded in death by her parents Helen and Felix, her husband Henry, daughter Karen Orsak and her brothers and sisters. She is survived by her son-in-law Wayne Orsak, grandchildren and great-grandchildren as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation at Divine Mercy Parish (800 Marquette Ave,...
Juanita Hendrix
Jul 26, 2017
Hendrix, Juanita A. (Nee Beaty) Passed away peacefully on July 26, 2017 at the age of 87. Loving wife of David D. Hendrix Sr. of 65 years. Loving mother of Cecelia (Greg) Melcher. Proud grandmother of Aaron (Renee) Hendrix. Proud great grandmother of Margaux L. Hendrix. Dear sister of Elda (Gaylord) Deets. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Preceded...
Rose Arnold
Jul 19, 2017
Arnold, Rose M. (nee Peuschold) Of Cudahy, Born to eternal life July 19, 2017 at the age of 82 years. Loving mother of Sandra (Kenneth) Pringle, Cheryl (Michael) Dec, Brian (Tracy Holliman) Arnold, and Jeffrey (Connie) Arnold. Proud grandmother of the late Jacob, Brandon, Jessica (Ryan), Nathaniel, Alyssa, Daniel, Natalie, Emily, and Devin. Great-grandmother of Jonathan. Dear sister of Barbara...
Ruth Bartek
Jul 17, 2017
Bartek, Ruth M. (nee Miller) Of Oak Creek, Born to eternal life July 17, 2017 at the age of 80 years. Beloved wife of the late Jerry Bartek. Loving mother of Barb (Terry) Davison, the late Grace Rames, Brenda (Mark) Slicker, the late Joseph Bartek, Joyce (Bruce) Lambert, and John (Nitza) Bartek. Proud grandmother of 11 and great-grandmother of 2....
Kristine Sanchez
Jul 14, 2017
Sanchez, Kristine A. (Holmgren) 51, Oak Creek, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday July 14, 2017. Kristine was the daughter of Nils and Cindy Holmgren. She was born on July 23, 1965 in Milwaukee Wisconsin. She was a graduate of Greendale High School and attended Alverno College. She worked most recently as a customer service supervisor at Emerson Climate Technologies. On...
Elizabeth Kovales
Jul 14, 2017
(Nee Roth) In the arms of angels Liz was brought to her heavenly home delivered from the ravages of ALS which she faced with extraordinary courage, grace and dignity her indomitable spirit unbowed. Surrounded by family on July 14, 2017 at age 63 she took our love and sorrowful goodbyes with her. She will be remembered for everything she was...
Judith Nash
Jul 10, 2017
Nash, Judith M. Passed away peacefully on Monday July 10, 2017. Loving wife of 54 years to Dennis Nash. Loving mother of Debra (Randall) Ahlborn, Michael Nash, and Tracy Marie Nash. Proud grandmother of Sydney Marie, Brice and Tyler. Loving sister of Carolyn Falvey, and Nick Santilli. Dear sister in law of David Nash and Janice (Charles) Dreher. Further survived...
Berdyne Braier
Jul 10, 2017
Born to Eternal Life on Monday, July 10, 2017 at the age of 80. Loving wife to John Braier for 58 years. Beloved mother to Bonnie and Connie Braier. Grandmother to Spencer, Kristian Braier and Melanie Georgian. Also survived by her siblings Erdith Kniezic, Arden Peterson, Clarece Kuswa and Joan Peterson. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends....
Carol Tollefson
Jul 10, 2017
Born to Eternal Life on Monday, July 10, 2017, age 70. Preceded in death by her husband Timothy S. Tollefson. Loving mother to Scott, Allen (Vicki), Kim (Eric), Tom, Fred (Nellida) and Brad. Also survived by 14 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Visitation at the funeral home on Saturday, July 15 from 1 to 3 pm with a service to follow....
Dale Schwertfeger
Jul 9, 2017
Passed away on his birthday, July 9, 2017 at the age of 78. Survived by his brother Gary (Yvonne) Schwertfeger and his two sisters Faith (John) Norton and Lyla Schroeder. Further survived by his loving niece Heather, other nieces and nephews, special grand-nephew Grant, beloved cousin Ralph and family, many other cousins and dear friends. Visitation at St. John's Lutheran...
Sally Yesbeck
Jul 7, 2017
Yesbeck, Sally A. (nee Wisniewski) Of Oak Creek, Born to eternal life July 7, 2017 at the age of 71 years. Beloved wife of Bob Yesbeck. Loving mother of Chris (Nikki) Yesbeck and Dan (Kristine) Yesbeck. Proud grandmother of Madison, Ryan, Michael, Anna, Donovan, and Paulson. Dear sister of the late Ronald (Eugenie) Dadian Wisniewski. Also survived by her 2...
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