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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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Leonard Holstad
Apr 15, 2016
Holstad, Leonard Axel of Apache Junction, Arizona was called home to the Lord on 4/15/16 at the age of 89. Leonard was born in South Milwaukee, WI on 12/15/1926 and was married to Beverly Holstad for 63 years. Loving father to Lori (Holstad) Barone, son-in-law Robert Barone, Papa to his six grandchildren, Rob Mountain, Justin Mountain, Lenny Holstad, Terry Holstad,...
Penelope Hensel
Apr 13, 2016
Hensel, Penelope "Penny" (nee Milewski) Age 68, of Oak Creek, Found peace on April 13, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born to the late LaVerne "Lee" (nee Ensslin) and Eugene Milewski. Beloved wife and special friend of Jack. Loving mother to Chad, Heath and Troy. Survived by her sister Pam (Clayton) Lynde, brothers Parker (Lynn) Milewski and Perry...
Robert Mish
Apr 13, 2016
Mish, Robert Of South Milwaukee, Born to eternal life April 13, 2016 at the age of 73 years. Beloved husband of Sun Cha Mish. Loving father of Glenn (Natalie) Mish. Proud grandfather of Grant Mish. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Following Bob's wishes, a private family service was held.
Wilbert Meyer
Apr 13, 2016
Meyer, Wilbert passed away on April 13, 2016 at the age of 97. He is reunited with his beloved wife, Mary June. Loving father to Quentin "Butch" and Becky (Jim) Lamoureaux. Proud grandpa to Marni (Rob) Lemberger, Ross (Jenne), Shanna (Jack) Magee, Jacy (Mike) Ynza, Brett, David, and Jill. Great-grandpa to Lexi, Kylie, Weston, Gavin, and Scarlett. Father-in-law to Tia....
Josephine Konieczka
Apr 8, 2016
Konieczka, Josephine (nee Marino) Of St. Francis, Born to eternal life April 8, 2016 at the age of 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Harry Konieczka. Loving mother of Ed (Kathleen) Konieczka, Tom (Mary) Konieczka, Joan (Bob) Dubrish, and Kathy (Paul) Drach. Proud grandmother of Kristen, Laura, Robert, Beth, Michael, Katie, Dan, and great-grandmother of Abigail, Caleb, Anna, Ella,...
Dolores Choinski
Apr 8, 2016
Choinski, Dolores M. passed away on April 8, 2016. Reunited with her beloved husband, Chester C. Loving mother to Kathleen Eschbach and Carol L. (Dennis) Wojtecki. Proud grandma to Debora (Casey) Morrison, DeeAn (Dustin) Dillman, Matthew (Meredith) Wojtecki, and Amanda (Don) Lichucki. Great-grandma to Caleb, Chad, Craig, Clay, Keith, Kameron, Makayla, Samuel, Olivia, and Emily. Preceded in death by her...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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