Obituaries

Oct 29, 2023

Charles John Lipinski

Passed away on October 29, 2023. He was the cherished son of the late Adeline Barbara and John Joseph Lipinski. Charles is further survived by caring neighbors, other family, and friends.

Charles was widely regarded as a man of faith, courage, and generosity. True to his character, he...

Oct 29, 2023

Proko, Ylli

Age 55. Passed away unexpectedly on October 29th, 2023. Beloved husband of 30 years to Vasilika Proko (nee Ndina). Loving father of Sidorela, Klaudio, Briana, and Dorian Proko. Cherished son of Mosko and Vasiliqi Proko, of Albania. Dear brother of Maksi Proko and Dhurata Ismaili. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and...

Oct 28, 2023

Michael Brock Wiken

A few hours shy of his 79th birthday, on October 28, Michael Wiken walked through the open door of the Enchanted Cottage. The home God prepared for Mike, where he became his whole self. All ten toes, no more Mikey, nine toes as he would say. His eyesight restored, so 50+ years...

Oct 27, 2023

Died at age 71 due to complications from a blood clot in an already damaged heart.

Born and raised in Milwaukee, WI, he graduated from UW-Milwaukee where he studied political science, philosophy, and military history.

He met his wife Sandra in Milwaukee at the bookstore where she worked, then followed her to Madison WI when...

Oct 27, 2023

James Thomas Barchus, age 79, of Milwaukee passed away peacefully in hospice on Friday, October 27, 2023 and is now reunited with his beloved wife Carol eleven years after her passing. He was born November 7, 1943 the son of Ward and Mary Barchus. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Ronald and William.

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Oct 26, 2023

Barbara C. Papez

(Nee Good). Passed from her earthly body into Heaven and was reunited with James, her beloved husband, on October 26, 2023 at the age of 83. Loving mother of Christine (Wes), Steve (Tammy), Dave (Sheila), and Tom (Lori). Caring grandmother of Brian, Shawn, the late Paul, Scott, Andrew James, Becca, Rachel Christine,...

Oct 26, 2023

Darrick A. Wagner

Found peace on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at the age of 39. Beloved son of Deborah and the late David Wagner. Loving brother of the late Dana Gomez, Darlene Smith and Danielle Cope. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Visitation at the Max A. Sass & Sons Greenridge Chapel...

Oct 24, 2023

Eunice Zirbel passed away in her Greendale, WI home on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at the age of 84, following a courageous three-year battle with Leukemia. Eunice was the wife to Robert, the love of her life, for 61 years. She is survived by her sons Scott (Abigail), Mark (Jennifer), and Dan. She was preceded in death by her...

Oct 24, 2023

Nora Jean Schmid

Nora entered into Eternal Life at age 67 in West Allis, WI on October 24, 2023. She was born in Milwaukee, WI to Donald and Dorothy Schmid. She attended West Allis schools including West Milwaukee High School then went onto become a “professional” career waitress. Nora had an amazing green thumb and...

Oct 23, 2023

Teresa “Teche” Nicolat

Jan. 25th, 1932 – Oct. 23rd, 2023

Teche Nicolat, 91, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 23rd, 2023, in Milwaukee, WI. She is survived by her family, Irma, Dennis, Cesar, Carla, Linda, Laura, and Ricky. Tere spent much of her time in recent years sewing, collecting coins, and doting on...

Oct 23, 2023

David "Dave" Pavlich passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, October 23, 2023, at the age of 92. Cherished husband of Geraldine (Krajewski) Pavlich for almost 68 years. Loving father of Deborah (Thomas) Bauer and Scott Pavlich. Preceded in death by his son David Pavlich and daughter-in-Law Kathryn Korstanje Pavlich. Proud grandfather of Jacob Jansky, Jessica (Chase) McCulloch,...

Oct 23, 2023

Debra Ullerich, a loving and selfless woman, passed away on October 23, 2023, in her birthplace of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Born on January 6, 1964, to Nancy and the late Jack Fluur, Debra’s zest for life and kindness left a lasting impression on everyone she met.

After graduating from...

Oct 23, 2023

Gary P. Dettman

Born to eternal life October 23, 2023. Age 71.

Loving husband of Deborah (Nee Byczynski) Dettman for 36 years. Loving Dad of Ashley (Daniel) Keller and Adam (Melissa) Dettman. Dear Papa of Cameron Dettman, Brynley and Emilia Keller. Brother of David (Patricia) Dettman. Further survived by other relatives and friends.

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Oct 23, 2023

Oct 22, 2023

Carol May Chmielewski, aged 83, died with her daughters at her side on Sunday, October 22, 2023. Carol was the only daughter of Harold and Myrtle Johnson; she was born on November 23, 1939 in Sioux City, IA, and lived most of her young life in Sioux City and the surrounding areas. As a child she loved singing and...

Oct 21, 2023

El Schneider, 77, of Oak Creek, WI passed away on October 21, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Nancy; daughter Jen, sons Timothy and Andrew; and brother Alan (Shelby). Further survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers Edwin Jr. and Don, sister Marie Woelfel, brother-in-law Jim Ramus, and beloved...

Oct 20, 2023

Harry Karpinski was born into eternal life on Friday, October 20, 2023 in his hometown of Milwaukee at the age of 90. Harry was born on December 30, 1932, and lived a life filled with kindness, laughter, and a deep devotion to his family.

Harry served our country in the Army stationed in...

Oct 19, 2023

Kathleen E. Drapes

“Kathy”

(nee Davis) Entered into Eternal Life on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at the age of 77. Preceded in death by her husband Ronald. Loving mom of David Malkowski and Beth (Scott) Potrykus. Devoted Gramma of Evan (Brittany) Potrykus, Alexander (Sami) Potrykus, Ethan Potrykus, Griffen (Jensen) Potrykus and Paige Bolen. Loving Great...

Oct 18, 2023

Suzanne M Bourdo, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully of natural causes on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, in Neosho, Wisconsin. Born on September 24, 1936, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Suzanne lived a full life of 87 years. Suzanne was preceded in death by her loving husband of 68 years, Jim Bourdo, her son, Paul Bourdo, and her...

Oct 17, 2023

Kathleen Loyola Schmid

(Nee Wissing). Born to Eternal Life on October 17, 2023 after complications from a stroke at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Delmer “Pickles”. Loving mom of Brian (Lynn), Steve (Kim), Meg (Jim) Foltz, Phil (Corrine), Paul (Mel) and David (Karen). Proud grandma of Kristin (John), Eric (Jess), Drew (Steph), Alyssa...