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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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John Annen

John Annen

Jun 20, 2017

Annen, John Jr. passed away on June 20, 2017 at the age of 91 years. He is reunited with his beloved wife, Ruth (nee Zielinski). Loving father of Kurt (Lynn), Jean (Bill) Knauf, Colleen Kaufman, Mary, and Michael (Sandra). Proud grandpa of Brandon, Caitlin, Melissa, Natalie, Jonathon, Emily, Madison, Maria, Julia, and Anthony. Great-grandpa of Aria, Jack, and Sophia. Brother...

Margaret Christ

Margaret Christ

Jun 18, 2017

Christ, Margaret V. (Nee Brophey) Age 79, died June 18, 2017. Preceded in death by her husband Cletus. Loving mother of Colleen (David) Hovde and grandmother of Rebecca Christ, Robert (Becca) La Rock and Danielle Roman. Further survived by son Gerald (Pam) Christ her three favorite cousins (and friends) John (Ginger) Bong, Susie (Jim) Bartlett, and Lynn Louise Bernier (Lelan)...

Mildred Krzywkowski

Mildred Krzywkowski

Jun 16, 2017

Krzywkowski, Mildred Of Eagle River, former Cudahy. Passed away on June 16th, 2017 at the age of 93. Loving mother of Lenore (Alan) Busack, Richard, Annette, Christine, and Valerie (Mark) Malzacher. Further survived by 5 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her loving husband George Krzywkowski. Mildred and George were the owners of Sandy Beach...

Joseph Pelland

Joseph Pelland

Jun 15, 2017

Was born at home with the assistance of a midwife to Dr. Manthei, A Co. Dr of the C&H Copper Co.on the 28th of April 1925 in Lake Linden, Michigan in the UP. A Uper. he attended St. Joseph Grade School and Lake Linden High School. Graduating in 1943. Drafted into the Army in World War II. After the war,...

Mary Ann Lisowski

Mary Ann Lisowski

Jun 14, 2017

Lisowski Mary Ann V. (nee Zeznanski) formerly of South Milwaukee. Found peace June 14, 2017 at the age of 87 years. Love of her life and best fishing partner of the late Leonard J. Lisowski. Loving mother of Michael (Eileen) Lisowski, LeAnn (Thomas) Johnson, Pamela (Robbin) Polinske, the late Jeffrey (Susan) Lisowski, Patrick (Lisa) Lisowski, and Lori (Joseph) Finn. Proud...

Claudine Gawlak

Claudine Gawlak

Jun 14, 2017

Gawlak, Claudine J. was called home to Jesus on June 14, 2017 at the age of 85 years. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Edward. Loving mother of Jeanette (Les) Lautenbach, Janice, and Jennie (Curtiss) Gosh. Proud grandmother of Bradley (Nancy) Lautenbach, Debbie (Dave) Taylor, Robbie (Allie) Lautenbach, Anthony Parker, John Parker, Steve Jasunas, Johnnie Rait, Jessica (Sam) Hartman,...

Gregory Branger

Gregory Branger

Jun 13, 2017

The family will be having private services.

Emily Griffin

Emily Griffin

Jun 11, 2017

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 11, 2017 at the age of 89. Loving wife to Curtis. Beloved mother to Wade (Nancy). Grandma to Jacob and Adam and great-grandma to Jacob and Megan. Also survived by other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her brother Alex. Private services will be held.

Violet Tolkacz

Violet Tolkacz

Jun 6, 2017

Tolkacz, Violet P. passed away on June 6, 2017 at the age of 96 years. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Raymond. Loving mother of Rae Ann (Michael) Mitchell and Mary Megna. Mother-in-law of Michael Megna. Proud grandmother of Jamie Melik, Michael (Jamie) Melik, James Megna, and Amy (Shaun) Rewolinski. Great-grandmother of Kairi & Leela Rewolinski and Lexy, Tess,...

Lenard Laehn

Lenard Laehn

Jun 6, 2017

Laehn, Lenard L. Of South Milwaukee, passed away June 6, 2017 at the age of 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Eloisa Laehn. Loving father of Glen (Barbara) Laehn, Kathy (Tom Gabriel) Laehn, and Cindy (John) Janiszewski. Proud grandfather of Christopher, Nicole, Kenneth, Michelle, Steve, Laura, and Jamie. Great-grandfather of Aubrey, CJ, Connor, Jake, Serenity, Zoey, Alex, Zander, Summer...

Helen Rollman

Helen Rollman

Jun 6, 2017

Rollman, Helen M. Of South Milwaukee, Born to eternal life June 6, 2017 at the age of 96 years. Survived by family and friends. Cemetery service will be held on Saturday, July 1, at 10:00AM at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery in Cudahy.

George Yogurtian

George Yogurtian

Jun 1, 2017

Yogurtian, George passed away on June 1, 2017 at the age of 70 years. Beloved husband of Gayle. Loving father of Gregory (Kimberly) and Melanie. Proud grandfather of Joshua and Calissa. Brother of James and Harry (Gloria). Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Funeral service at Molthen-Bell Funeral Home on Monday, June 5, 2017 at 11:00AM. Visitation...

Jean Sobon

Jean Sobon

May 31, 2017

Passed away peacefully on May 31, 2017 at the age of 81. Preceded in death by her husband Francis. Loving mother to Chris (Natalie), Dan (Jackie), Cindy (Scot) and Bill (Juli). She is survived by 9 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, her brother Father Otto and sister Eileen Weber. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation at Divine Mercy Parish (800...

Janet Budzisz

Janet Budzisz

May 31, 2017

Budzisz, Janet A. Of Daytona Beach, FL, formerly of Franklin, WI, passed away May 31, 2017 at the age of 73 years. Beloved wife of the late Russell Budzisz. Loving mother of Thomas (Vicki) Budzisz, the late Mark Budzisz, and Paul Budzisz. Proud grandmother of Chelsea (Andy) Malueg, Greg (Amy) Budzisz, Alyssa (Hunter) Hobgood, Samantha (Matthew) Murphy, Christina, Jennifer, and...

Randy Stephan

Randy Stephan

May 31, 2017

Passed away peacefully on May 31, 2017, age 59. Preceded in death by his wife Laura. Loving father to Paul (Jaime) Stephan. Dear grandpa to Nico. Also survived by his brother Keith Stephan and sister Sue Lachapelle. Memorial visitation at the funeral home on Friday, June 9 from 4 to 6 pm with a memorial service at 6 pm.

George Ziarek

George Ziarek

May 30, 2017

Ziarek, George C. Of Oak Creek, Formerly of Hudson, Florida. Joined his wife Carol of 70 years on May 30, 2017 at the age of 92 years. Loving father of Gregory and Bonnie. Proud grandfather of Michael (Melissa), Chris, Scott, and Sarah. Great-grandfather of Aubrey, Sydney, and one more girl on the way. Dear brother of Esther Kintop. Further survived...

Mary Penrose

Mary Penrose

May 28, 2017

(nee Guiliani) Born on January 30, 1930 and passed away on May 28, 2017, age 87. Preceded in death by her husband Alfred J. Penrose, son Tyler G. Penrose, brothers Dominic and Louis Guiliani, and sister Lena Meyers. Loving mother to James A. (Carol) Penrose, Prudence (Greg) and Julianne (Nick) Penrose; Dear grandmother to Jennifer (Wes) Wanta and Angela (Nick)...

Sandra Kujac

Sandra Kujac

May 25, 2017

Kujac, Sandra M. (nee Smith) was called to Heaven unexpectedly on May 25, 2017 at the age of 57 years. Beloved wife of William "Bill." Loving mother of Samantha Rose (Jeremy Hamilton) and many of the girls of South Milwaukee's graduated class of 2009. Caring sister of Ronald. Further survived by friends, other relatives, and in-laws. Visitation on Thursday, June...

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