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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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Germaine Maczka

Germaine Maczka

Aug 21, 2016

Maczka, Germaine C. (nee Bladecki) Passed away August 21, 2016 at the age of 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Thadeus Maczka. Loving mother of Paul (Naomi) Maczka, the late Jerome (Sue) Maczka, Mary (John) Williams, Tom Maczka, Joanne (Dennis) Makarewicz, and Martin (Lori) Maczka. Proud grandmother of Eric (Maria), Robyn (Robb), JJ, Ben, Mark, Kyle, Gary (Carrie), Janis...

James Hale

James Hale

Aug 12, 2016

Hale, Sharon J. (nee Stolpa) Dec. 7, 1938 - March 26, 2016, Hale James L. Aug. 24, 1939 - Aug. 12, 2016 Best friends and soul mates for 62 years, "Sugy and Sug" are now reunited. Beloved parents of Sandy (Shawn) Tekaver and Scotty (Amy) Hale. Loving grandparents of Breana and Jenni Stasiak. Sharon was preceded in death by her...

Donald Osborne

Donald Osborne

Aug 11, 2016

Osborne, Donald W. passed away August 11, 2016 at the age of 72 years. Beloved husband of Ellen (nee Rowland). Loving father of Melanie (Jack) Takerian and Michael (Tricia). Proud grandfather of Emily, Payton, Taylor, Jack, Olivia, Elijah, and Gabriel. Further survived by his in-laws, Karen (Tom) Sedlacek, Bob (Diana) Rowland, Pat (Patsy) Rowland, Ruth Rowland, & Tim (Katie) Rowland;...

Kenneth Lennartz

Kenneth Lennartz

Aug 9, 2016

Lennartz, Kenneth J. Reunited with his family in heaven on Aug. 9, 2016, at the age of 80. Dearest friend of Carolyn (Cari) Marks and lifelong friend of John Manoil. Preceded in death by his wife Shirley, parents John and Alvina Lennartz, brothers Donald and Leroy Lennartz, sisters Joyce Theisen, Carol Jurenka, and Doris Lauerman. Loving brother of Violet Tolkacz....

Catherine Vitrano

Catherine Vitrano

Aug 9, 2016

Vitrano, Catherine S. (nee Schoofs) passed away on August 9, 2016 at the age of 99 years. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Anthony. Loving mother of Joseph (Linda) and Antoinette. Proud grandmother of Vince (Nicole), Nicholas (Megan), Emily (Justin), Mario (Christina) Ciofani, & Dominic Ciofani. Great-Grandmother of Ella, Max, Olivia, Halley, Calla, and Jacob. Sister of Theodore (Helen)...

Paul Olson

Paul Olson

Aug 8, 2016

Olson, Paul M. Of Milwaukee, formerly of South Milwaukee. Passed away August 8, 2016 at the age of 51 years. Beloved son of Carol Stolpa "Olson" and Emery Olson. Preceded in death by 1 sister. Survived by 4 brothers, 1 sister, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial service Monday, August 22 at 11:30AM at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church. 900...

Ralph Pawlarczyk

Ralph Pawlarczyk

Aug 7, 2016

Pawlarczyk, Ralph J. Of St. Francis, Born to eternal life August 7, 2016 at the age of 78 years. Beloved husband of Judy Pawlarczyk. Loving father of Ruth (Mark) Mortensen, Frank (Terri) Pawlarczyk, and Suzanne (Mark) Torn. Proud grandfather of Tyler, Sam, Shania (his one and only granddaughter), Dan, Jake, and Timmy. Dear brother of Delores (the late Robert) Rogers,...

Leonard Holewski

Leonard Holewski

Aug 6, 2016

Holewski, Leonard F. Sr. passed away on August 6th, 2016 at the age of 80 years. Beloved husband of Joanne G. (nee Hittman) for 59 years. Loving father of Debby (Dave) Tolzman, Leonard Jr. (Cheryl), Yvonne (Jerry) Szymcak and Steve. Proud Grandfather of Mike, Matt, Steve Jr., Joe and Marty. Caring brother of Irene. Further survived by nieces, nephews other...

Mary Cornell

Mary Cornell

Jul 31, 2016

Mary Jo Cornell passed away July 31, 2016 at the age of 58 after an eight year battle with cancer. Loving wife to Steve. Beloved daughter of Harry and Geraldine Glinecki. Sister of Gary and Jim Glinecki. Mother of Ryan (Tavia) Gavinski. Aunt of Drew Glinecki. Grandmother of Chase and Owen. Daughter-in-law to Margery and Clarence Cornell. Sister-in-law to Cynthia...

Richard Knitter

Richard Knitter

Jul 30, 2016

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 30, 2016 at the age of 58. Loving husband to Karen. Beloved father to Jason (Jenell) and Shawn (Rebekkah). Grandpa to Rylan, Grayson and Violet. Brother to Michael (Gail), Sally (Dale) and Joseph (Carolyn). Further survived by his mother Mable, best friends Mark and Kim as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends....

Martin Cimbalnik

Martin Cimbalnik

Jul 28, 2016

Died on July 27, 2016 at the age of 75. He is preceded in death by his mom Virginia, brothers Francis (Mary), Dennis (Nadine) and sister Hazel. He leaves behind three children; Robert, Leanne and James. He has 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He will be truly missed and loved. Martin was a life long member of the 1400 fishing...

Bruce Baewer

Bruce Baewer

Jul 25, 2016

Baewer, Bruce of South Milwaukee passed away on July 25, 2016 at the age of 75 years in Peshtigo, WI. Beloved husband of Donna for 50 years. Loving father of Mary, Kathy-Jo, and David. He is preceded in death by his son, Edward. Proud grandfather of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Further survived by a close family friend, Jane; nieces, nephews,...

Clarence Boucher

Clarence Boucher

Jul 25, 2016

Boucher, Clarence E. Passed away July 25, 2016 at age of 91. Children: Lois (Richard) Bretl, Jeff (Colleen) Boucher, Julie (Randy) Schweisser, Laura (Wayne) Steinmetz, Dennis (Kathy) Meyer, Cindy (Wayne) Berberich, Randy (Laura) Meyer. Grandchildren Diane, Darlene, Kurtis, Gretchen, Anson, Amber, Sonya, Jared, Autumn, Jena, Brianne, Brittany, Jamie, Richard and 22 great grandchildren. Brothers Leonard Boucher and Paul (Lou Ann)...

Richard Grobschmidt

Richard Grobschmidt

Jul 23, 2016

Richard Grobschmidt, 68, passed away Saturday, July 23, 2016. He leaves behind his wife of 47 years, Barbara Grobschmidt; daughter, Tamara Grobschmidt; son-in-law, John German; granddaughter, Josie; father, Chester Grobschmidt; sister, Karen Southerlin (Bo); sister-in-law, Patti Kunkel; nephews Brian (Kelly) and Greg Orozco, Dustin (Jamie) and Ryan Kunkel; step-sisters and brothers of the Schweitzer Family, many special cousins and lifelong...

Marion Carlson

Marion Carlson

Jul 23, 2016

Carlson, Marion M. (nee McGill) Of South Milwaukee, Passed away July 23, 2016 at the age of 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Duane "Zeke" Carlson for 51 years. Loving mother of Jan (David) Kerber, Trent (Cindy) Carlson, and Heidi (Wally) Wszelaki. Proud grandmother of Jason (Erin) Wait, the late Anthony Kerber (Ali Janusz), Louis Carlson, Frankie Carlson, the...

Esther Miller

Esther Miller

Jul 23, 2016

Miller, Esther L. (nee Jeskey) Of South Milwaukee, Found peace July 23, 2016 at the age of 88 years. Preceded in death by her husband Donald, and her siblings Francis (Ruth) Jeskey, Nerea (Arthur) Haack, and Harold Jeskey. Survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral service Wednesday, July 27, at 11:00AM at the funeral home chapel. Visitation on...

Maria Longo

Maria Longo

Jul 20, 2016

Longo, Maria E. "Delia" (nee Dozon) Of Milwaukee, Formerly of the Philippines, Born to eternal life July 20, 2016 at the age of 70 years. Beloved wife of Cpt. Terry Longo, US Army (Ret). Loving mother of Chanda Longo. Proud grandmother of Isiah and Harmony. Further survived by sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral service Friday, July...

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