Obituaries

Jan 29, 2024

Judith Ann Bialk, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2024, in New Berlin, Wisconsin, at the age of 81. Born on May 6, 1942, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Family was the cornerstone of Judiths world. She was the beloved wife of the late Arnie Bialk, whom she was married to for 51 years, and a devoted mom to...

Jan 29, 2024

Gladys Martorano passed away Monday, January 29th 2024. Age 93. Beloved Wife of Phillip Martorano for 69 years, who proceeded her in death in 2017. Loving mother of Susan (Glenn) Pokorny and Marlene (Richard) Hawley. Dear grandmother of Chad Pokorny, Kim Pokorny, Heather (Matt) Childress, Rebecca Stewart (Greg Foster) and the late Dawn Pokorny. Great grandmother of Bella Dawn...

Jan 28, 2024

Emilio Otero Jr.

Born to Eternal Life January 28, 2024 at the age of 65. Loving husband of Sophia (Nee Zhang) Otero. Beloved son of Emilio Sr. (the late Gloria) Otero. Father of Weiling (Julie) Wu. Dear brother of Rick Otero, Rosie (EJ) Otero Speelman, Jorge Otero, Mary Otero, Bob Otero, William (Michelle) Otero, Carol...

Jan 28, 2024

Arla Bernice (Liebsch) Sahagian, 95 years old, passed from this life on Sunday,  January 28, 2024. Arla was born on January 26, 1929, to Walter and Helen Liebsch in South Milwaukee. She was the youngest of 3 children. Arla was a 1941 graduate of South Milwaukee High School. She worked for the Marine Bank in South Milwaukee and then...

Jan 26, 2024

On the 26th of January, 2024, Irene M. Kopernik (nee Pioro)  of Blair, WI passed away at the age of 95. She was born in Sady, Poland, on March 28, 1928, to Chester and Katherine Pioro and her earliest days were spent in Poland.

She and her family were taken and forced to work in...

Jan 26, 2024

Susan "Sue" Coulson, nee Wojszko, a cherished mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully of natural causes on January 26, 2024, in her hometown of Milwaukee. Sue’s 78 years of life were marked with unwavering laughter and sass which brightened the lives of those around her. She will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of...

Jan 25, 2024

The family of Mary Farley announces she went home to be with the Lord on January 25, 2024. Mary finished a blessed life peacefully in her sleep surrounded by her family. She was born in Kentucky on July 22, 1932, the daughter of John and Veronica Ulrich. She married the love of her life, Thomas Farley on August 6,...

Jan 25, 2024

Phillip David Dziubek III, known affectionately as Phil, Skip or Flathead Phil to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2024, at his home in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Born on November 10, 1950, to Phillip Dziubek Jr. and Grace (Nowacki) Dziubek.

Phil's early years were spent in the vibrant neighborhoods of Milwaukee, where...

Jan 24, 2024

Janice S. Grezinski

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at the age of 72 after a battle with cancer.

Reunited with her parents Daniel and Dorothy Grezinski. Loving sister of Barbara (the late Kenneth) Piotrowski and Dave (Judy) Grezinski. Special aunt to Mike (Michelle) Grezinski, Michelle (Bryan) Staal, and Jeff (Amy) Piotrowski. Great-aunt...

Jan 22, 2024

Mary Ann Theresa Gawlik

(nee Peliak) Passed away Monday, January 22, 2024 at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late Walter and  loving mother of Catherine “Kasia”, John, Mary and the late Michael. Grandmother to Jadwiga “Heddy”.Visitation at St. John Paul II Parish - St. Helen Church, 3329 S. 10th St., Milwaukee, WI, on Wednesday,...

Jan 21, 2024

James F. Podlewski, Milwaukee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 21, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on January 28, 1942, in Milwaukee, WI, to the late Siegmund and Martha (Kalamarski) Podlewski. James was a beloved father to his daughters Rachael, Valerie (CJ), and Jessica (Brian). He was a cherished grandfather to Garrett, Jocelyn, Sara, Sydney, Shawn, Paige,...

Jan 21, 2024

Shirley M. Rau passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on January 21, 2024, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Born in the Town of Little Black, Wisconsin, Shirley embodied the virtues of faith, love, and intelligence throughout her incredible journey of life.

Shirley's early years were shaped by the love of her parents, the late John...

Jan 21, 2024

JoAnn M. Soderstrom, age 81, entered into eternal life peacefully and surrounded by family on January 21, 2024. Born on December 23, 1942, daughter of John Carl (J.C.) and Lillian Fenske. Devoted wife of 48 years to Bob Soderstrom. The most loving mom to Jim (Tina) Budzinski, Lisa (Jim) Stark, Jill (Dan) Sheridan, and Susan (Adam) Mildren. Nana of...

Jan 20, 2024

Zachary M. Doro, age 35, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on January 20th, 2024.

Zach was a beloved son to Cheryl Doro (Glanzrock) and Greg Doro. He was a cherished brother to Ashley Moncher (Doro) and Josh Doro and was the proud uncle of Aiden, Adam, Kailey, and Maia. He is further survived by...

Jan 20, 2024

Linda R. King

(Nee Pederson) Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at her home on January 20, 2024 at the age of 76 after a courageous battle with Chron’s disease. Loving wife of Michael King. Beloved mom of Craig (Jennifer) King and Michelle (Steve) Born. Dear grandma of Andy, Lucas, Bella, Emmaline and Aliya. Cherished sister...

Jan 20, 2024

Nowak, Gary A.

Age 71. Was called home to Heaven on January 20th, 2024.

Loving dad of Jackie (Ryan) Michalak and Dave Nowak. Cherished grandpa of Deven, Jaena, and Larissa Michalak. Treasured brother of Thomas Nowak, Gail (Joseph) Galati, and Jill (Rick) Bellford. Further survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives,...

Jan 19, 2024

Deborah A. Cieslak

Found peace on January 19, 2024 at the age of 69. Debbie was preceded in death by her parents Sylvester and Bernadine (nee Grzesk) Cieslak and her brother Jeffrey Cieslak. She leaves behind her siblings Denise (David) Slawny, Allan (Cynthia) Cieslak, Donna (Eugene) Immel, and many family and friends.

Jan 19, 2024

Steven A. Fladwood

Passed away peacefully on January 19, 2024 at the age of 80. Loving husband of Cheryl Fladwood. Preceded in death by his first wife Carol Fladwood. Loving father of Ronald (Barbara) Fladwood, Todd and Joel (Angela) Fladwood, Melanie (Jeff) Benavides. Dear grandpa of Adam, Eric, Austin, Jake, Jasmyne, Maya, Paige and Thea....

Jan 18, 2024

Maria C. Colorez

(Nee Najera) Beloved wife of the late Peter Colorez. Loving mother of Kathleen Kranz, Rita Moreno, Maria (Willis) Bradley, David (Bonnie) Colorez, Gary (Bonnie) Colorez and Anastasia “Stacy” (Dennis) Armstrong and the late Peter Colorez Jr. Beloved granddaughter Shauna (Chris) Colorez De La Cruz Christina Kranz, Deborah Colorez, Raymond Kranz Jr., Cynthia...

Jan 18, 2024

James H. Richards

Passed away peacefully on January 18, 2024 at the age of 92. James was preceded in death by his parents Henry and Frances; his wife Carmine; his son Dr. Jeffrey; and by his sisters Ellen, Jane, Marion, and Arlene. He is survived by his brother-in laws Mark Cieslik and Michael Switalski and by his...