Obituaries

Apr 17, 2022

Apr 14, 2022

John Jorgensen passed away April 14, 2022 in Milwaukee at the age of 73. Beloved husband of Arlene (née Kiefer) Jorgensen. Loving father of Gina, John (Laura), and Eric (Tiffany) Jorgensen, as well as his almost “daughter” Sabrina Lupoli who resides with them. He was “Grandpa Pizza” to Michael (Antonia), Nicholas (Lia), Dianna (Steve), Brittany (Peter), Darrin, Sofia, Natalija,...

Apr 14, 2022

Marcia A. Mantei (Nee Nowosielski) Born to Eternal life April 14, 2022 at the age of 69. Beloved wife of Robert of almost 45 years. Loving mother of Kristen (Patrick) and Jason (Kelley). Proud grandmother of Archer. Dear sister of Nancy (Matthew), and the late Andrew. Special Cousin of Beth (Ramon) and Kathleen. Further survived by nieces, nephews and...

Apr 14, 2022

Denise E. Brzenk (Nee Bruno). Passed peacefully on April 14, 2022 at the age of 63. Beloved wife of David for 40 years. Loving mother of Kate (Chris) Pischke, Claire, and Emma (Kyle) Eberle. Cherished Nana of Bella and Ellie. Dear sister of Diane, Donna (Ed), Dave (Marlene), and Debi. Fond daughter-in-law of Patricia and the late Raymond and...

Apr 14, 2022

Robert “BK” G. Kovach, age 71, of Waterford, WI and formerly of Ashland, WI, passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 14, 2022. BK is survived by his loving wife Elizabeth “Betsy” of 29 years; his cherished son David; his brothers Fred (Mary), Peter and Tom along with many other family and friends and his four-legged companion Rusty...

Apr 13, 2022

Susan L Kaczmarek (Nee Evinrude), age 76, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 13, 2022. Sue was born on August 1,1945 to Roland & Mary Louise (nee Dallas) Evinrude. She married Greg Kaczmarek in 1979, who has been Sue’s best friend, soul mate and life partner. Sue attended West Allis Central High School in West Allis and graduated from...

Apr 13, 2022

Rosemary Bittner Found her peace on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 in the early morning at the age of 86. Preceded in death by her parents Elmer and Bernice; her brother William (the late Loretta “Lori”); and niece Shilo Balfanz. Rosemary is survived by her nephews and nieces John A. Bittner, Linda (Thomas) Komassa, James (Teresa) Bittner, Jeffry Bittner, Jean...

Apr 12, 2022

Dorothy S. Kurzynski (nee Brzycki) Joined her beloved husband Richard on April 12, 2022 at the age of 93. Mother of David (Jean), Gregory (Gloria) Kurzynski and Barbara Swieciak. Grandmother of David Jr. (Tabitha) Kurzynski, Deborah Demeyers, Shelly (James) Jones, Jody (Kevin) Habel, Scotty (Julie) Swieciak, Mark (Stephanie) Swieciak, and Christy (Mike) Wood. Great-grandmother of Eric and Brian Kurzynski,...

Apr 11, 2022

Kenneth C. Beckner Kenneth (Kenny) Charles Beckner, 80, passed away on Monday afternoon, April 11, 2022. Kenny was born November 21, 1941 in Hales Corners, WI to Leland and Celia (Ottmann) Beckner. He grew up in St. Martins, WI and then served 4 years in the US Air Force. He was stationed at George AFB in California as an...

Apr 11, 2022

Jeremy Jr. was born on July 21, 2020, to Delivion “Livi” Hansen and Jeremy Heinichen, Sr. At Livi’s 20-week ultrasound, Jeremy Jr. was found to have hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS). HLHS is a congenital heart condition where some of the heart does not develop. At one week old Jeremy Jr. underwent a Norwood procedure to begin to correct...

Apr 9, 2022

Born in Evanston, Illinois on February 25, 1946. Found peace on April 9, 2022. She grew up in Wauwatosa, WI and was a proud graduate of Divine Savior Holy Angels High School in 1964. Jane attended Marquette University and then went on to model and work in interior design. In 1982 she created Jane Kerwin Homes, Ltd. and was...

Apr 9, 2022

Frances J. Maio (nee Oliva) of St. Francis, 93, passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2022. She was born on March 30, 1929, in Pennsylvania to the late John and Concetta Oliva. Frances was united in marriage on September 17, 1949, to Tony Maio in Milwaukee. She was a fabulous cook who showed her love through her cooking. Frances...

Apr 8, 2022

Donald H. Bockmann passed away peacefully April 8, 2022, at the age of 101. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Ruth, parents Edgar and Lucille Bockmann and his sister Ruth Hanson. Beloved father of Bryan (Shelley) Bockmann and Diane (Dan) Lowry. Grandpa of Jennifer Lowry, Amanda (Brandon) Derus, Jon (Madelaine Coyle) Bockmann. He is also survived...

Apr 8, 2022

Mark A. Hurley age 66 years, passed away on April 8, 2022. Born December 17, 1955, the son of the late James and Doris (Podjaski) Hurley. Beloved husband of Kay (nee Halkowski). Loving dad of Kristy (Michael) Vogt and Tammy (Dennis) Winton. Proud grandpa of Delanie and Jaxon. Dearest brother of James (the late Denise), John (Donna), the late...

Apr 7, 2022

Richard D. Verona Franklin - Rick Passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at the age of 75. Loving husband of Sharon (nee Hoskins) for 52 years. Beloved dad of Wendy (Beau) Humphries and Julie (Brendan) McGee. Father to his beloved Daisy. Grandpa of Jordan, Marilynn and Gavin. Brother - in - law of Tom (Sheryl Steingraber) Hoskins....

Apr 7, 2022

Arlene A. Dorman “Midge” Reunited with her daughter Janet Fauntroy on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at the age of 90. Loving mother of Joline Dorman, Linda (Randy) Hock and Michael Ryan. Proud grandmother of Daniel (Sherry), Robert (Angie), Michael and Justin (Holly). Great-grandmother of Athena, Nathan, Lila, Bradly and Drew. Great-great-grandmother of Lilianna. Sister of June Baldwin. Further survived...

Apr 7, 2022

Cedric Grilli Passed away with his loving family by his side on April 7, 2022 at the age of 91. Beloved husband of Evelyn Grilli (nee Staszak) for nearly 67 years. Loving father of Deborah (the late Michael) Starz, Kathleen (Roger) Frycienski, and Richard (Tracy) Grilli. Proud Papa of Garrett and Zachary. Dear brother of Joseph (the late Alvina)....

Apr 7, 2022

Francisco G. Morantes died peacefully in his sleep on April 7, 2022. He was 73 years old. He worked in construction and loved to ride his Harley. He had a great sense of humor and was always smiling. He is survived by his daughters Sarah Grace, Nina Morantes, Amanda Morantes and Precilia Morantes. He will forever be in our...

Apr 5, 2022

Diane Pilger Bush, 73, passed away on April 5, 2022 at OCH Regional Medical Center in Starkville, MS. She was a retired teacher with Grenada School District and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Starkville. She loved her church. She was a wonderful wife, mother and teacher. She was preceded in death by her parents, William J....

Apr 5, 2022

George M.B. Van Gorden passed away at his home in Milwaukee on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at the age of 77. George was preceded in death by his parents George and Natalie (nee Frechette) Van Gorden and his daughter Sherry Van Gorden. He is survived by his loving wife, Jana Van Gorden (nee Rehbein), sister Margaret (Roger) Hallman, children...