Obituaries

Jul 1, 2024

John M. Strohmayer

Passed away on July 1, 2024 at the age of 69. John is survived by his loving wife (Debbie) Nee Skonieczny of 39 years. Dear brother of Richard (Janet). Brother-in-law of Jackie, Linda, Tom (Betty), Patti and Renee. Dear nephew of Mary Gename. Cherished family friend Diane Yanko. Also survived...

Jun 30, 2024

Carl A. Nell

Born May 10, 1934, passed away at the age of 90 on June 30, 2024.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Arline, his three children Sheri (Peter), Paul (Karen) and Lori (Jeff), five grandchildren Kyle, Delaney, Jacob, Heidi and Emma, and sister Barbara.

Carl graduated from South...

Jun 30, 2024

David F. Sands, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on October 19, 1941, to the late Harley and Sylvia (Caprioli) Sands in Milwaukee, WI. David was a devoted husband to his late wife, Judy, with whom he shared 51 years of marriage until her passing in 2019. Their family would grow to...

Jun 29, 2024

Rosemarie Ann Rzeczkowski, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2024, in Franklin, Wisconsin, at the age of 96. Born on Valentine's Day in 1928 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rosemarie's life was a testament to the power of love and the strength of family bonds.

She joined the workforce...

Jun 27, 2024

James Jerome Themar, known affectionately as Jim to his friends and loved ones, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2024, in Wauwatosa, WI, at the age of 87. Born on November 13, 1936, in Medford, WI, Jim lived a full and vibrant life, marked by the love of his family, devotion to his faith, a commitment to service, and...

Jun 26, 2024

Dorothy Marie Turk

WEST ALLIS - (nee Beres) Reunited with her loving husband of 60+ years, Joseph, on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at the age of 89.  Mother of Mary Ann (Gerald) and Daniel (Christine).  Grandma of Stephanie (Jim), Emily, Erica and Erin.  Great grandma of Jaden and Justin.  She is further survived by nieces,...

Jun 25, 2024

(Nee Biedenbender) - Born 6/17/1936. Age 88. Ginny passed away peacefully with her children at her side on June 25, 2024. Ginny was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, and friend. She now spends eternity in heaven with her loving husband, Verl. Ginny had suffered many years with dementia and the effects took their toll.

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Jun 24, 2024

Carole Jean Hanlon, a cherished beacon of warmth and wisdom, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2024, at the age of 82 in Muskego, Wisconsin. Born on January 22, 1942, in Peoria, Illinois, Carole's life was a testament to her enduring kindness, her passion for education, and her unwavering faith.

Carole's journey began as the...

Jun 23, 2024

Mary Kay Filler, known affectionately as Mary to her friends and family, passed away suddenly on June 23, 2024, at the age of 67. Born on November 10, 1956, in South Milwaukee, WI, to loving parents Esther and Arthur Toniazzo, Mary's warmth and kindness radiated throughout her family and friends.

Mary's life was a testament...

Jun 23, 2024

Dennis J. Rau, passed away at the age of 68 on Sunday, June 23, 2024, He was born February 26, 1956, to the late Shirley (Gebert) and Robert Rau.

He is survived by his daughters, Ashley (Kevin) Blaha of Lake Geneva, Lindsey Miller of Oak Creek, stepdaughter Julie Quakenbush of La Crosse and granddaughter Aubrey...

Jun 22, 2024

Robert “Bob” Snyder

Passed away peacefully on June 22, 2024 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Donna Snyder (nee Mordeszewski) for 23 years. Loving dad of Deborah (Fred) Marko and Wendy (Rick) Rytman. Proud grandpa of Amy (Christopher) Hayre, Jennifer (Maxx) Berkowski, and Caitlyn and Ashley Rytman. Great grandpa of James, Patrick, Colin,...

Jun 22, 2024

Daniel J. Donder, Sr. passed away on June 22, 2024 , age 94, six months to the date after the passing of his cherished wife of 70 years, Violet P. Donder (nee Pluta). Loving father of Deborah (Larry) Vesely, Daniel (Jane) Donder, Jr., and Diane Jelinek. Proud grandfather of Michael (Stephanie) Vesely, Kyle (Jeannie) Jelinek, Jonathan (Annie Brown) Vesely,...

Jun 21, 2024

Jermaine Rose Naniot (Kress), 78, passed away peacefully at her Greenfield, WI home on June 21, 2024. Jermaine “Jerri” was born on July 6, 1945 in Milwaukee, WI to parents Joseph and Rosemary Kress. She graduated from West Allis Hale in 1963, and worked for Briggs and Stratton, Harley Davidson and American Greetings. She retired from Walgreens after working...

Jun 20, 2024

Audrey Brzezinski (nee Acker) passed into Eternal Life at the age of 92. A lifelong resident of Milwaukee County. She is survived by daughter Deborah Brzezinski, son Dale (Jane) Brzezinski, grandson Paul (Jessica) Brzezinski, granddaughter Shannon (Ken) Nook, great granddaughter Ivry Brzezinski, great grandsons: Preston Brzezinski, Jacob Nook & Jaydon (Breanna) Wargin. Preceded in death by her husband David...

Jun 20, 2024

Our father, Mike Glapinski, was born on May 28, 1932 to Sigmund and Angie (Kaminski) Glapinski. Raised on the south side of Milwaukee during the depression, he and his family were no strangers to the hardships faced by the majority of Americans during that time.

His father ran a grocery store until circumstances led to...

Jun 19, 2024

Barbara J Butkowski, affectionately known as Barb to her friends and family passed away peacefully on June 19, 2024 in Bradenton, Fl, at the age of 75. Born on August 5, 1948, in Milwaukee, WI, Barb was a shining example of kindness, entrepreneurship and joie de vivre.

Barb’s early education at St. Mary’s Academy in...

Jun 18, 2024

Robert J. Schultz, 92, passed away on Tues., June 18, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Marian, children Darren (Ann) and Susie, grandchildren Sean and Sam.

Visitation will be held on Mon., June 24, 2024, at the MAX A. SASS MISSION HILLS CHAPEL (8910 W. Drexel Ave., Franklin) from 9:00...

Jun 17, 2024

Robert A. Kozlowski, age 84, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2024. He was born on January 2, 1940 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Chester and Ann Kozlowski. He was married to his long time love, Mary Ann Kozlowski for 53 years.

Bob loved to golf, build model train layouts and model airplanes, play sheepshead, and...

Jun 16, 2024

Jun 16, 2024

Born Sofia Jaros in Superior April 9, 1922, she grew up the middle child of seven, born at home during a spring blizzard. Her classmates called her Sophie.

During WWII Sophie was one of the first female meter readers in Wisconsin. At a dance hall party where her parents were celebrating paying off their mortgage,...