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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Elizabeth Tokarski

Elizabeth Tokarski

May 22, 2017

Tokarski, Elizabeth "Liz" Mae (nee Hicks) passed away on May 22, 2017 at the age of 80 years. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Chester. Loving mother of Stephen (Debbi), Kenny (Shannon), Mark (Maria), Diane (Mark) Schlueter, Lynn Falloretta (Mike Policastro) and Julie (Jim) Polum. Dear grandma of Brent (Lynn), Tim (Ashley), Aaron, Ryan (Mallory), Nick, Zach (Samantha), Stephanie,...

Elizabeth Murray

Elizabeth Murray

May 21, 2017

Murray Elizabeth R. (nee Molthen) of South Milwaukee. Born to eternal life May 21, 2017 at the age of 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Douglas K. Nicholson and the late Jack F. Murray M.D.. Loving mother of Mark (Jeanne) Nicholson, Mary (Darrell D.D.S.) Francis, Lisa (Karl) Holt, and Jack P. Murray. Dear grandmother of Jacquelyn (Ryan) Monfils, Nicole...

Melvin Fouts

Melvin Fouts

May 20, 2017

Fouts, Melvin V. Of Oak Creek, Found peace May 20, 2017 at the age of 83 years. Beloved husband of Connie Fouts (nee Malek). Loving father of Gregory, Lawrence (Susan), Dennis, Ronald, and Michael Fouts. Proud grandfather of Angie (Jess) Warren, Tiffany (Nate) Breske, Fawn (fiance-Kevin Stevens) Fouts, Marie (Richard) Amini. Great-grandfather of his fishing buddy Travis, Mia, Hailee, Austyn,...

Pete Verburgt

Pete Verburgt

May 20, 2017

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 20, 2017. Loving father to Bobbi (Jason) Kern and Nicole (Jason) Verburgt. Dear grandpa to Seth and Shelby. Beloved brother to Judy Delisle, Kathleen (Ken) Tischer, John Verburgt and Mike (Ramona) Verburgt. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents Francis and Edith, and his brother Frank....

Linda Masnak

Linda Masnak

May 17, 2017

(nee Aamodt) Passed away May 17, 2017. Born November 1, 1952 to Burton and Marlys Aamodt. She was the third of six children. Survived by her loving husband Gary, step-daughter Morgan Masnak, siblings Marilyn (Gene) Behnke, Barbara (Jack) Ernest, Laurel (Bill) Wilson and Robert (Laura) Aamodt. Also survived by brothers-in-law Jeffrey Masnak, John Masnak and Michael Pauer, sisters-in-law Lisa Masnak...

Ardelle Freimark

Ardelle Freimark

May 14, 2017

Freimark, Ardelle C. (Nee Remick) Born to ETERNAL LIFE May 14th, 2017 at the age of 77 years. Beloved wife of Ronald Freimark for 58 years. She was a cherished and devoted Mother of Debbie (Don) Sievert, John Freimark and Dr. Michael Freimark as well as a treasured "Nana" to Kristin, Katee, Chadd, Ellee, Kelsee and Danny and 4 Great-Grandchildren....

Edith Sheridan

Edith Sheridan

May 8, 2017

Sheridan, Edith G. (nee Pillar) of Milwaukee, Born to eternal life May 8, 2017 at the age of 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Giles. Loving mother of Glenn (Gigi), James (Doris), Thomas (Judith), Anne (ex- Marty Chojnacki), and Robert (Deborah) Sheridan. Proud grandmother of Timothy (Lindsay), Scott (Ann), Cynthia, Daniel (Jill), Kevin, Jason, Melissa, Eric (Billie Jo), Jennifer...

Carol Noyes

Carol Noyes

May 4, 2017

Passed away Thursday, May 4, 2017 at the age of 80. Loving wife to Ronald G. Noyes. Beloved mother to Scott (Cathy), Sue, Steve, and Jim (Linda) Noyes. Adored by 10 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, relatives, and friends. Preceded by sister Nancy (Jim) Zurfluh. Carol worked as a registered nurse. She organized vacations and cooked and baked enough to feed...

Raymond Anderson

Raymond Anderson

May 3, 2017

Anderson, Raymond W., Sr. passed away on May 3, 2017 at the age of 82 years. He is reunited with his beloved wife of 56 years, Mary Lou. Loving father of Ray (Kathy), Jr., Ed (Betty), Mary (Keith) Kolodzyk, and Jane (Chris) Boknevitz. Proud grandpa of Joshua, Tiffany, Jacob (Allisha), Matthew (Tasha), John Homeyer, Ray (Kelly) Boknevitz, and Molly (Matt)...

Susan Lezala

Susan Lezala

May 2, 2017

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at the age of 62. Preceded in death by her parents Kenneth and Blanche Lezala. Loving sister to Linda (the late Stephen) Serak, Mike (Bernice) Lezala and Cindy (Norm) Zaren. Also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends including her dog Sadie. Memorial visitation on Tuesday, May 9...

Marilyn Maass

Marilyn Maass

Apr 24, 2017

Maass, Marilyn B. (nee Weeks) Of South Milwaukee, Found peace April 24, 2017 at the age of 85 years. Loving mother of Richard (Colette) Maass, and Pam (Andy) Bierbach. Proud grandmother of Jacob Maass, Lindsay (Jeffrey) Lentz, Kyle (Lauren Bobrowicz) Bierbach, Dustin (fiancee Murphy Thomas) Bierbach, and Gunnar Bierbach. Great-grandmother of Kenneth Josephine Bierbach. Dear sister of the late Wayne...

Diane Hipsley

Diane Hipsley

Apr 21, 2017

Hipsley, Diane C. (nee Belter) Of South Milwaukee, Found peace April 21, 2017 at the age of 49 years. Beloved wife of Bob Hipsley. Loving mother of Luke and Kaylyn Hipsley. Cherished daughter of Carl and Dee Belter. Dear sister of CJ (Michelle) Belter. Aunt of Katelyn, Justin, and Carly. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Memorial service Thursday,...

Casper Keishian

Casper Keishian

Apr 16, 2017

Keishian, Casper passed away in his sleep on April 16, 2017 at the age of 87 years. Loving father of Mark, Janine, and Jennifer. Beloved boyfriend of Valanee Schmitz. Further survived by his grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Preceded in death by his ex-wife, Delores. Visitation at Molthen-Bell Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 from 4:00PM-6:00PM. Funeral...

Vernetta Robbins

Vernetta Robbins

Apr 14, 2017

Robbins, Vernetta M. "Netta" (nee Humphries) Of South Milwaukee, age 72, died at her home April 14, 2017. She was born on June 23, 1944 to Vernon Humphries and Bernice Bragg. She leaves behind 2 children; Robyn White and Jodi Kanitz, 4 grandchildren; Max Brulz, Codey White, Cole (Nicole) White, and Deshawn Wilson, and a grandchild on the way. She...

Valerie Lezala

Valerie Lezala

Apr 13, 2017

Lezala, Valerie M. passed away on April 13, 2017 at the age of 76 years. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Laurence. Loving mother of Gary (Mary) and Debbie. Proud grandmother of Stephen (Jeanine) and Terry (Renee). Great-grandmother of Spencer and Simon. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Visitation will be at Nativity of the Lord...

Martha Guckenberger

Martha Guckenberger

Apr 8, 2017

Passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2017. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gregory Barbian and Clarence Guckenberger, her daughter Joan (Larry) Scheiding, grandchildren Michael Scheiding, Mary Scheiding, Christine Scheiding and all of Martha's siblings and their spouses. Mother of Margaret Sandra (Ron) Entringer. Grandmother (Buscia) of John (Sue) Scheiding, Theres (Mark) Hutchinson, Cathy Pondikati, Michele (Bill) Fujinaka, Tom...

James Keane

James Keane

Apr 8, 2017

Keane, James E. "Jim" died April 8, 2017 at the age of 86 years. Loving husband of 61 years to Betty (nee Stack). Further survived by many nephews, nieces, other relatives, and friends. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Kathryn; brother, John; and sister, Mary Jin. Jim graduated from Cudahy High School. He enlisted in the...

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