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.
Willard Hilinske
Mar 20, 2017
Hilinske, Willard C. "Red" Of Neshkoro, formerly of South Milwaukee. Passed away March 20, 2017 at the age of 96 years. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Hilinske. Loving father of Lana (Tom) Sluga, the late Judi Hilinske, Daniel (Elaine) Hilinske, the late Marje Hilinske, Mike (Denise) Hilinske, Debbie (Leo) Mandujano, and Jeanne (Bruce) Christensen. Proud grandfather of Tim, Katie,...
Ronald Raether
Mar 18, 2017
Raether, Ronald Raymond Born to Eternal Life on March 18, 2017 at the age of 87 years. Preceded in death by his parents Oscar and Elaine Raether. Loving husband of the late Janet Helen (nee Meier). Loving father of Renee (Rick) LeMonds and Rochelle Thomas (Greg Eckert). Dear grandpa of Ryan and Robert LeMonds. Dear brother of the late Richard...
Robert Koss
Mar 17, 2017
Koss, Robert passed away on March 17, 2017 at the age of 72 years. Loving father of Michael (Bonnie), Mara (Laura), and Jerome (Mandy). Proud grandfather of Jacob and Brandon. Brother of George, Priscilla, and Randy. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Robert was a friend to all. A genuine, well liked, nice guy. He will be...
Edward Madson
Mar 13, 2017
Madson, Edward B. passed away on March 13, 2017 at the age of 64 years. Beloved husband of Lynda Kotte. Loving father of Cass Commander, United States Navy (Laura) and Quinn (Jenni). Proud grandfather of Henry, Scarlett, Solomon, and Madelyn. Son of Eileen and the late Milo. Brother of Linda (Bob) Olson and Pat (Steve) Warner. Private services will be...
Robert Swanson
Mar 13, 2017
Robert passed away on Monday March 13th, 2017. He was the husband of Virginia Ann Swanson who proceeded him to heaven. Robert was the father of Donald F. Swanson (Kansas City), Marlene Swanson, Maureen Swanson (proceeded in death) and Jean Ann Schjodt (Denver, CO). He leaves behind four grandchildren; Zackary, Louise, Amanda and Alexander as well as six great grandchildren....
Michael Pera
Mar 13, 2017
Pera, Michael Passed away March 13, 2017 at the age of 67 years. Loving father of Marc Pera. Following Michael's wishes, no services were held.
Barbara Finch
Mar 12, 2017
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 12, 2017 at the age of 78. Loving wife to Thomas Finch. Beloved mother to Rebecca (Peter) Rehak and Cynthia (William) Meyer. Grandma to Andrew Rehak, Sophia and Margaret Meyer. Also survived by her brother Daniel and sister Marie. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial visitation on Thursday, March 16...
Ernestine Boisits
Mar 9, 2017
Peacefully passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2017 at the age of 85. Preceded in death by her son Stephen, daughter Barbara, brothers Josef and Otto as well as her sister Emmi. Loving wife to Frank for 65 years. Beloved mother to Gerald. Grandmother to Michelle (Ed), Kevin (Danielle), Nick (Katie), Jake (Amy) and Lindsey. Also survived by 5 great-grandchildren,...
Cynthia Buchholz
Mar 7, 2017
BUCHHOLZ, CYNTHIA ("CINDY JOHNSON") LYNN Of Franklin, WI, went to be with Jesus, on March 7, 2017 at the age of 67 yrs, at Vitas Hospice Unit, The Lutheran Home, after a struggle with Lymphoma Non Hodgkin's brain cancer. She was surrounded by her immediate family. Loving wife to; Edward Buchholz. Beloved parent to; Cindy (Brian) Holbrook, & Brad Buchholz....
James Deluca
Mar 5, 2017
DeLuca, James J. passed away on March 5, 2017 at the age of 92 years. Beloved husband of Louella (nee Jacobsen). Loving father of John (Maribeth), Marie (Roland) Roe, David, Robert (Deb), and Michael (Jill). Proud grandfather of William (Jade), Matthew (Danielle), Lauren (Gus) Krejcha, Michael (Molly) Otto, Matthew (Samantha) Otto, Kelvin Roe, Bryan Roe, Justin, Nina, and Douglas. Great-grandfather...
Christine Van Kylen
Mar 5, 2017
Found peace on Sunday, March 5, 2017 at the age of 67. She is survived by her loving brothers Gary (Jenefer), Gregory (Sharon), Dennis (Nancy) and sister Sandra (Thomas) Balestrieri. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Christine will be interred privately at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery at a later date.
Matthew Morris
Mar 2, 2017
Morris Sr., Matthew "Bud" Of Cudahy, Found peace March 2, 2017 at the age of 81 years. Beloved husband of Dorothy Morris. Loving father of John (the late Judith) Morris, the late Timothy (Barbara) Morris, Gregory (Julie) Morris, Amy (Bob) Kline, Terry (Angie) Morris, Matthew Jr. (Jill) Morris, Wendy (Nick) Laehn, and Peter (Felicia) Morris. Proud grandfather of 18 grandchildren...
Shannon Betancourt
Mar 1, 2017
Found peace on Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at the age of 45. She was a cancer survivor and had a love for animals. Loving wife to Joseph. Beloved mother to Amberlyn, Brooke, Alexander and Rudi. Daughter to Dennis and RoseAnne Gerber. Grandmother to Jasey and Adella. Further survived by her sister Lori, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation on...
Diane Schuette
Feb 28, 2017
Schuette, Diane (Nee Balcerowski) Found peace February 28, 2017 at the age of 79 years. Beloved wife of the late Melvin Sr. "Jack". Loving mother of Dan, Jackie (Kip) Bliss, Mel Jr. (Sandy), the late John (the late Lori), the late Joe (Donna), the late Lloyd. Further survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Memorial service on Sunday, March...
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