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.

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John Morris

John Morris

Dec 10, 2024

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Florence Bauer

Florence Bauer

Dec 8, 2024

Florence Bauer, age 93, passed on to eternal life on December 8, 2024. She is survived by five children,  Robert, Linda Romanski (Jeffery), Richard (Leslie), Donald (Kari), and William (Linda) and eight grandchildren. Most of her life was devoted to being the best mother and raising her children. She worked as an accountant for Milwaukee County. She cared for her...

Sophie Schilder

Sophie Schilder

Dec 5, 2024

Sophie B. Schilder, a beacon of warmth and generosity, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2024, at the age of 93. Born on June 25, 1931, in the heart of Wisconsin, Sophie's life was a testament to the power of love, family, and service. As a devoted mother, Sophie's legacy is carried on through her sons, Gary, Jeff and his...

Lieselotte Curry

Lieselotte Curry

Dec 4, 2024

Passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024 at the age of 97. Lottie was born in Germany and met her husband, Don when he served in the military. They moved to WI when he was discharged. She taught herself English and held a job as a housecleaner. She was an avid golfer for many years and enjoyed travel. They had...

Kenneth Jankowski

Kenneth Jankowski

Nov 29, 2024

Passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024 at the age of 82. Loving husband to the late Dianne for 57 years. Dear father to Julie Rose and Laura (Tony) Talavera. Beloved grandpa to Daniel Rose, Samantha and Lucas Talavera. Brother to Marlise, Marilyn, Jimmy, Freddy, Annie, Larry, Kevin, Billy, Sandy and the late Bob. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other...

Ann Zander

Ann Zander

Nov 23, 2024

Passed away peacefully on November 23, 2024 at the age of 74. Loving wife to Gary for 53 years and dear mother to Erin (Mark) Kidd and Jen (Mike) Newbrey. Beloved grandma to Noah. Also survived by her sister Germaine (Dick) Eberle, brother LaMont (Jane) Prathschner. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She is preceded in...

Jerry Ferry

Jerry Ferry

Nov 17, 2024

Passed away on November 17, 2024 at the age of 81. Loving husband to the late Helen "Babe" Ferry. Dear father to Curtis Ferry. Beloved grandpa to Amber and mother Deana Kanehl. Brother to Dennis (Sally) Ferry, Donna (late Floyd) Tande and the late; Jeff, Mike, Doug, Marlene, Roger, Duane and Jean. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, neighbors...

David Dobrzynski

David Dobrzynski

Nov 16, 2024

David Peter Dobrzynski, born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on November 16, 2024, at the age of 78. David graduated from South Milwaukee high school and went on to graduate from Marquette University with a business degree. David was a decorated Vietnam veteran, who served his country proudly. He...

Keith Iwanski

Keith Iwanski

Nov 11, 2024

Keith A. Iwanski Of South Milwaukee - Passed away on November 11, 2024, age 68. Keith was born on September 28, 1956 at St. Francis Hospital in Milwaukee, WI. He was a member of the Oak Creek United Methodist Church - where he married his wife Judi Ann Schmidt in October 1999. He enjoyed; bowling and car shows (especially old...

Judith Silberhorn

Judith Silberhorn

Nov 10, 2024

Judith Blaine Silberhorn (81) began the next chapter of her soul's journey on November 10th, 2024.

Judy was born in Madison Wisconsin on April 6th, 1943 as the oldest child of her parents, George and Mary-Margaret (n.Kirby) Blaine. As a toddler, her earliest memories were while living  in Brooklyn New York, where her father was...

Philip Behlmer

Philip Behlmer

Nov 8, 2024

South Milwaukee, WI - Passed away peacefully with family on November 8, 2024 at the age of 90 years. Beloved husband of Janice for 59 years. Much loved and cherished father of Christopher (Brenda) and Timothy. Survived by many relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents Helen and Henry, loving wife Janice, siblings Mary Helen Clark (Thomas), Agnes...

Robert Cantillon

Robert Cantillon

Nov 7, 2024

Robert (Bob, Bobbo) A Cantillon Bob, beloved husband of Laurie (Bandana) Drapp, found peace and eternal life on Thursday, November 7 at the age of 61.  He was born on November 27, 1962 in Cudahy, WI to Thomas and Barbara Cantillon, who survive him.  Bob is also survived by his siblings Thomas (Bonnie) Cantillon and Deborah (Dave Grabarczyk) Cantillon.  Bob...

Barbara Zielinski

Barbara Zielinski

Nov 5, 2024

Barbara passed away unexpectedly at home on November 5.  She is survived by her loving husband Andrew T. Zielinski, sons William Graber, Andrew T., daughters Kim (Paul) Thiessenhusen, Darlene (Tim) Nimphius, Christine Peterson, grand children Chrissy, Patricia, Terri, Kenneth, Jamie, Destiny, Kyle and a host of great grand children, relatives and friends. Barbara was quite a prankster, fun loving outgoing...

Nancy Dzidzan

Nancy Dzidzan

Nov 4, 2024

Passed away on November 4, 2024 at the age of 81. Preceded in death by her parents Peter and Loretta Bakalarski. Loving wife to Bob Dzidzan. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Nancy was a teacher with the Oak Creek-Franklin school district for 40 years and was a member of the Polsih National Catholic Church.

Gary Krahn

Gary Krahn

Nov 3, 2024

Passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024 at the age of 74. Born to Walter and Mary Krahn in 1950. Loving husband to Joanne for 50 years. Dear father to Matthew (April) and Kelly. Beloved grandfather to Evan, Autumn, Dylan and Taylor (David). Brother to Dave (Beth) Krahn, Jim (Marge) Krahn, Mary (Mike) Ketterhagen, late Don (Beth) Krahn, late Bob...

Sharon Grover

Sharon Grover

Oct 29, 2024

Passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 29, 2024 at the age of 77. Preceded in death by her parents Felix and Twyla Grover, son Sammy Storm, brother Terry Grover, nephew Clint Grover and great nephew David Ludka. She is survived by her niece Heather (Vince) Grover-Solfest, grandson Anthony Storm, daughter in law Amanda Storm, great nieces and nephews;...

John Hartunian

John Hartunian

Oct 20, 2024

Born to Life August 1, 1928. Born to Eternal Life October 20, 2024. Visitation will be held at Molthen Bell Funeral Home, October 26 from 1:00 pm until time of service at 2:30. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Samaritan's Purse. https://www.samaritanspurse.org/article/samaritans-purse-helping-displaced-armenians/

Audrey Hamilton

Audrey Hamilton

Oct 20, 2024

Audrey (Schubert) Hamilton, at the age of 90 passed away peacefully on Sunday October 20, 2024 at home in Franklin, WI. Loving Wife of the late Ralph Hamilton.  Beloved mother of Charlene (Bill) Bethke, Lynn (the late Wayne) Meyer, Brian (Patricia), Keith, Tod, and Scott (Lyn).  She was the proud Grandma of 8 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 3 great...

Mary Ellen Sopik

Mary Ellen Sopik

Oct 12, 2024

Born to Eternal Life on October 12, 2024 at the age of 84. Preceded in death by her husband George Sopik. She is survived by her sisters Patricia Waldoch, Bonnie Romanowski, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation at the Divine Mercy Parish on October 18 from 9:30 to 11 AM with Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Entombment...

Mary Reddick

Mary Reddick

Oct 6, 2024

Passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024 at the age of 71. Preceded in death by her husband Leslie Reddick. Dear mother to Amy (Tony) Goodenough, Paul (Amber) Reddick and Mathew (Jennifer) Reddick. Beloved grandma to Dominic, Gianna, Benjamin, Owen and Will. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and lifelong friend Joe Fields. Mary loved dogs, gardening and most...

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