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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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Virginia Zimmerman
May 12, 2016
Virginia J. Zimmerman "Gin" Born: Virginia Jean Schlichting, on October 3, 1924, Virginia was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was reunited with her beloved husband, Ralph "Zimmy" and son, Charlie on Thursday, May 12, 2016. Left to share in her memories are her sons: Ron and Don; grandchildren Jestine, Immanuel, Arron and Justin; five great-grandchildren; and...
Lorraine Pachi
May 11, 2016
Lorraine Pachi aka "MA" followed the path of her husband Matthew to the path beyond on May 11, 2016 at the age of 85. What a wonderful life she lived throughout the years surrounded by her loving family and friends. Some people posses the knack of loving deeply and enjoying life which was "MA". She was a life member of...
Sandra Schnurer
May 11, 2016
Schnurer, Sandra "Sam" A. (nee Maass) passed away in the comfort of home surrounded by loved ones on May 11, 2016 at the age of 61. Beloved wife of Patrick. Loving mother of Megan (Brad) Nelson, Stacy (Marques), and Ryan (Amanda). Proud grandmother to Kaya Ann and Haylee James. Sister to Susan (Dennis) Orlowski, the late Sharon (Mike) Jansen, and...
Gertrude Simmons
May 6, 2016
Simmons, Gertrude "Gert" "Gertie" (nee Armbruster) Born to Eternal Life peacefully on May 6, 2016. Beloved wife of James Simmons Sr. Loving mother of the late James Jr. (Cheryl), Michael (Kathleen) and Daniel (Jennifer). Grandmother of Emily, Amanda and Brian. Also survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation on Thursday, May 12 at Diving Mercy Parish (800 Marquette Ave, South...
Richard Mc Ilquham
May 4, 2016
Mc Ilquham, Richard L. passed away on May 4, 2016. He is survived by his parents, Richard and Patricia; and his siblings, Kim (Jeff) Nordby, Tami (Peter) Krempel, Mark, Michael (Debbie), and John (Brandi). Donations to the Milwaukee Rescue mission are appreciated.
Raphael Lussier
May 4, 2016
Lussier, Raphael M. entered into Eternal Life on May 4, 2016 at the age of 76. He is reunited with his beloved wife, Donagene. Loving father to Dennis Brown, Michael (Margaret) Brown, Cheryl (David) Winnen, Thomas (Joan) Brown, Douglas Brown, and Karen Brown. Proud grandfather to many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Brother to Stanley, James (the late Betty), Duane (Elenore), Edward...
David Hodgson
May 2, 2016
Hodgson, David T. Of South Milwaukee, Passed away May 2, 2016 at the age of 71 years. Beloved husband of Delores Hodgson (nee Bauer). Loving father of Sherry (Frank) Perez, Keith Hodgson, and Shannon (Scott) Behring. Proud grandfather of Stephanie, Evan, Olivia, Nate, Ellie, Avery, and great-grandfather of Jayden. Dear brother of the late Jack (the late Marlene) Hodgson, the...
Nancy Johnson
May 1, 2016
Johnson, Nancy (Nee Salisbury) of Shorewood. Born February 8, 1952 passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on May 1, 2016. Preceded in death by her parents, James and Margaret Salisbury, husband Joe Johnson, son Nickolas Aldrich and grandson Jakob Aldrich. Dearest mother of Dustin (Jennifer) Aldrich, proud Nana of Avery Aldrich. Beloved sibling of David (Linda) Salisbury, Margaret (John)...
Chester Tryba
Apr 28, 2016
Passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at the age of 91. Preceded in death by his wife Ethel (Crotteau) and daughter Rosemary. Loving father to Alice Tryba, Patricia (Gene) Lavin, Stanley (Chieko) Tryba, Brenda Tryba, Eugene Tryba and Chester Tryba. Grandpa to Lori, Tracy (Sean), Kathy (Brian), Andrew (Donna), Rebekah. Michael, Jessica and Jennifer. Great-grandpa to Justin, Cassandra,...
Aurora Villarreal
Apr 25, 2016
Villarreal, Aurora (nee Guardiola) Born to eternal life April 25, 2016 at the age of 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Raul Villarreal. Loving mother of Martha E. (Alfonso) Garcia, Reynaldo Villarreal, Juan Luis Villarreal, Raul Jr. (Carmen) Villarreal, and Jesse Villarreal. Proud grandmother of 16 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Mass of...
Marie Goldsmith
Apr 25, 2016
Passed away peacefully on Monday, April 25, 2016 age 84. Preceded in death by her husband Jerome. Loving mother to Jerome (Mary) Goldsmith, Carolyn (Dennis) Schumi and Dawn (Dave) Larsen. Grandma to Jerome (Antoinette), Steven (Mardy), Nicole (Jason) Dustin, Daniel, Samantha, Ryan and Shane. Great-grandma to Gavin, Tristan, Lincoln, Tegan and Mason. Sister to Jean (Harold) and Lavon (Gordon). Further...
Martha Sosalla
Apr 24, 2016
Martha A. Sosalla (Nee Walek), a long-time resident of St. Francis, passed away peacefully on April 24th, 2016. She was 97. Born to the late John F. and Mary (Reck) Walek on November 25th, 1918, in the town of Burnside in Trempealeau County. Wife and polka dancing partner of 52 years to the late Alphonse (Allie) Sosalla. They were married...
James Ploeger
Apr 23, 2016
Ploeger, James passed away on April 23, 2016 at the age of 77. He is reunited with his beloved wife, Regina (nee Kizewski). Loving father to Gina (Timothy) Conner and Nathan. Proud grandfather to Aaron Conner. Brother to Marie (Late Edmund) Rzentkowski, Irene (Late William) Wanta, and Ann Cayo. Preceded in death by his son, Daniel and his brothers, Gerald...
Dorothy La Coursiere
Apr 18, 2016
La Coursiere, Dorothy E. (nee Prudhomme) went to God's arms after fighting a courageous battle with illness on April 18, 2016 at the age of 87. She is reunited with her husband, Francis. Loving mother to David (Patricia), Katherine, Michael (Patricia), Connie (Philip) Howard, Barbara, Laurie (Scott) Potrzebowski, and Robert (Teresa). Proud grandmother to 17 grandchildren, great-grandma to 29 great-grandchildren...
Donald Engbring
Apr 18, 2016
Passed away on Monday, April 18, 2016 at the age of 90. Preceded in death by his parents Robert and Harriet Engbring, brother Robert, sisters Pearl (the late Del) Fritschler and Myrtle (the late Earl) Zimmer. Survived by his brother Paul (Helen) Engbring, nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation on Friday at the funeral home from 11am to 12 pm with...
Doris Lauerman
Apr 18, 2016
Lauerman, Doris E. (nee Lennartz) Passed away at home on April 18, 2016 at the age of 93 years. Preceded in death by her husband Frederick "Dick" Lauerman, brothers Donald and Willard Lennartz, and sisters Carol Jurenka and Joyce Theisen. Loving mother of Sandra (Don) Kalb, Deborah Konkel, and Richard Lauerman of Farmington CT. Proud grandmother of 5 grandchildren and...
Sherri Ayers
Apr 17, 2016
Ayers, Sherri (nee Manka) passed away at home on April 17, 2016. Beloved wife to Greg. Loving sister to Deborah (Thomas) Wensierski and Gayle (Gary) Boyanovsky. Grand-aunt to Kirsten Litwicki, Kaleb Gish, and Kadon Gish. A special cousin to Sue and Cary and Addie for always being there when needed. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation will be...
Ernest Benoit Jr.
Apr 16, 2016
Benoit Jr., Ernest J. Of Oak Creek, Found peace April 16, 2016 at the age of 82 years. Beloved wife and companion of Suzanne Benoit. Loving father of Darrell Benoit, and Dale (Sharon) Benoit. Proud grandfather of Danielle (Chris) Myers, Andrea Benoit, and Alayna Benoit. Further survived by sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral service Thursday, April...
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