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.

Lorraine Fuhreck

Lorraine Fuhreck

Apr 8, 2016

Fuhreck, Lorraine M. (nee Holschen) Entered eternal life at the age of 89. She was born on May 29, 1926 to Henry and Helen Holschen in Brown Deer, Wisconsin. She attended Zion Grade School and South Milwaukee High School. After graduation from high school Lorraine joined the Cadet Nurse Corp during WWII where she earned her nursing degree. She worked...

Karl Uthemann

Karl Uthemann

Apr 6, 2016

Uthemann, Karl H. Of Racine, formerly of South Milwaukeee, Found peace April 6, 2016 at the age of 51 years. Beloved husband of Sheryl Uthemann. Loving son of Jerry and Mary Uthemann. Dear brother of Karen (Gerald) Lau, and Heidi (John) Manka. Son-in-law of Warren and Arlene Burton. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial service Wednesday,...

Dolores Frederick

Dolores Frederick

Apr 4, 2016

Frederick, Dolores A. (nee McNamara) Of South Milwaukee, Born to eternal life April 4, 2016 at the age of 83 years. Beloved wife of the late John A. Frederick Jr. Loving mother of David (Carolyn), Michael (Anne), Donald (Heather), Thomas (Anne), James (Kimberly), and her AFS son Francisco (Fatima) Gutierrez. Proud grandmother of Kathryn, Andrea (fiance Becca), Christina, John, Kevin,...

Nellie Rhoades

Nellie Rhoades

Apr 3, 2016

(nee Buswell) Passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2016 at the age of 88. Nellie was born on February 1, 1928 to Ezra and Hazel (Hurley) Buswell in Madison, WI. Nellie is preceded in death by her husband Daniel L. Rhoades and by her sisters; Eileene M. Buswell, Alice L (Cecil) Morgan, Lillian E. (Edwin) Schweiger as well as nieces;...

Jack Krysiak

Jack Krysiak

Mar 29, 2016

Krysiak, Jack passed away on March 29, 2016. Loving father of Terry and Kimberly (Michael) Binder. Proud grandfather of Jack, Alex, and Brooke. Former spouse of Judy. Companion of Sharon Potter. Brother of Phyllis (Steve), Carol (Dave), Judy (Donnie), Phil, and Ken (Sarah). Preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Pearl, and his brother, William. Further survived by nieces,...

Marianne Knuth

Marianne Knuth

Mar 28, 2016

Knuth, Marianne C. (nee Obermier) Born January 22, 1925, was raised up on Eagles Wings on March 28, 2016 at the age of 91 years. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 44 years, Howard. She is survived by her 5 beloved children; Gary (Sandie) Dillon, Gayle (Rodger) Pawlus, Judy (David) Bentley, Dennis Knuth, and Sandra (Steven)...

Margaret Santas

Margaret Santas

Mar 28, 2016

Santas, Margaret M. passed away on March 28, 2016 at the age of 96. She is reunited with her beloved husband, Harley. Loving mother to Betty Vitrano and Joseph. Proud grandmother of 8 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her children, Gilbert, Shirley Fritsch, and Larry. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Visitation...

Esther Bruchhauser

Esther Bruchhauser

Mar 28, 2016

Passed away on March 28, 2016 at the age of 90. Preceded in death by her husband Donald Bruchhauser and her brother Arthur Kuehmichel. Loving mother to Barbara Nitzsche, Howard (Susan) Bruchhauser, Jeff (Claudia) Bruchhauser, and Marlene (Eric) Berendt. Further survived by 11 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, her sister Doris Sutor, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial visitation on Friday,...

Arnold Netzel

Arnold Netzel

Mar 28, 2016

Netzel, Arnold (Ron); Born to Eternal Life on Monday, March 28th, age 82. Beloved husband of the late Mary A. Netzel for 45 years. Devoted father of Kirk (Missy) Netzel and Scott (Shannon) Netzel. Proud grandfather of Jackson and Victor. Cherished brother of the late Gertrude (the late Robert) Owen and the late Robert (the late Elizabeth) Netzel. Caring brother-in-law...

Audrey Joerres

Audrey Joerres

Mar 25, 2016

Joerres, Audrey I. (nee Doxtater) passed away on March 25, 2016. She is reunited with her husband, Alvin "Mickey" Joerres. Loving mother to Shirley (Ralph) DeWoody and Dennis Joerres. Proud grandmother to Cheryl (Denny) Hoffner, Rebecca (Erin) DeWoody, Brad (Alicia) Joerres, Tanya (Rae) DeWoody, and Yvonne (Chuck) Bautista. Great-grandmother to Micah, Luke, Joshua, Anthony, Amiee, Sydney, and Mackenzie. She is...

Maynard Stromberg

Maynard Stromberg

Mar 25, 2016

Passed away peacefully on March 25, 2016. Maynard was born on August 2, 1917 in Iola, Wisconsin to Sophia (Colden) and Engebret J. Stromberg. He graduated from high school and attended Luther Collge in Decorah, Iowa for one year. He entered military service with the US Army in 1942, serving with the 11th Field Hospital and saw combat in North...

Nancy Bischoff

Nancy Bischoff

Mar 22, 2016

Bischoff, Nancy P. (nee Priebe) Of South Milwaukee, went to heaven on March 22, 2016 at the age of 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Armand Bischoff. Loving mother of Lon Bischoff, and Sherry (Mark) Roberts. Proud grandmother of Collin, Ryan, Morgan, Eric, and great-grandmother of Nova. Loving friend of Jody Scott. Further survived by other relatives, friends, and...

Miriam Miller

Miriam Miller

Mar 21, 2016

Miller, Miriam A. (nee Schottlaender) of South Milwaukee, Born to Eternal Life March 21, 2016 at the age of 81 years. Beloved wife of James Miller. Loving sister of Rich (Peggy) Schottlaender. Dear aunt of Denise, Aileen, Michelle, and Gary (Linda). Special friend of Jill Sahagian, and Jill's dogs Amber and Brie. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Funeral...

Mary Peppey

Mary Peppey

Mar 16, 2016

Peppey, Mary M. "Babe" (nee Brust) Passed away on March 16, 2016 at the age of 96. Preceded in death by her husband Lee Peppey as well as three sisters and one brother. Loving mother to Kristine (David) Nessman, Marilee Peppey, Debra (John) Steinhart, Robby (David) Mliner, and Jon (Jean) Peppey. Further survived by 10 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews,...

Jessica Ludwiczak

Jessica Ludwiczak

Mar 15, 2016

Born March 23, 1992, passed away suddenly Tuesday, March 15, 2016. Loving daughter of Nan Ludwiczak; Terry Eaton; Ervin Ludwiczak; Cynthia Francis. Jessica is also survived by her brothers; Jason (Michelle) Spieth, Jonathan Spieth and her sister, Katie May Ludwiczak. Nephew's Ethan, Andrew and niece, Rosie Spieth. She is survived by her Aunt's Kay (Joe) Schwendeman; Kris (James) Yakich; Danielle...

James Kelley

James Kelley

Mar 12, 2016

Kelley, James C. III entered eternal life on March 12, 2016. Loving father to Zachary. Beloved son of Jim and Martha. Caring brother to Sylvia (Thomas) Bachmann and Kevin (Emily). Uncle to TJ, Sofia, Kaden, and Chase. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation will be on Thursday, March 17, 2016 at Divine Mercy Catholic Church in South Milwaukee...

Randy Stockford

Randy Stockford

Mar 11, 2016

Stockford, Randy K. Of South Milwaukee, Found peace March 11, 2016 at the age of 67 years. Loving mother of Melissia (James) Waywell, and Kimberlea (fiance- Paul Sites) Stockford. Proud grandmother of Raelynn Sites, Jameson and Airlie Waywell, and 4 more grandchildren on the way. Dear sister of Dan (Mary Kay) Stockford, and Rick Stockford. Dearest friend of Carol (Bill)...

Rosalind Olson

Rosalind Olson

Mar 11, 2016

Olson, Rosalind "Roz" (nee Hastings), passed away peacefully with family at her side on March 11, 2016, at the age of 60. Roz applied her BA and Interior Design Degrees as a creative and gifted artist who did everything with passion and love. She owned her own company Premis Design, was a fervent gardener, and recently worked as a floral...

Anne Fellin

Anne Fellin

Mar 9, 2016

Born to Eternal Life on Wednesday, March 9 at the age of 85. Preceded in death by her parents Fabian and Lucina, her beloved husband John Fellin and brother Narciso (Jean). Loving mother to Bob (Cathy), John (Annie) and Larry (Stephanie). Grandmother to Andrea (Brad), Danielle and John. Great-grandmother to Joey, Ashlyn, Makenna, Tessa and Easton. Sister to Edith (Wayne)...

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