Obituaries

Mar 18, 2026

Lawrence C. Blank, “Larry”, of Muskego, WI, passed away on March 18, 2026 at the age of 81. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Deanna (nee Doll) Blank; his children Christy (Malcom Lionel) and Dean; and his brother Steve. He will be fondly remembered by many cousins, nieces and nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death...

Mar 18, 2026

Mar 17, 2026

Thomas E. “Tom” Jones was born October 14, 1946 in Indianapolis, IN to Clarence “Casey” and Marjorie “Marge” Jones. He passed away March 17, 2026 at the age of 79 following a long battle with multiple myeloma. His early education was in Indianapolis, IN graduating from Thomas Carr Howe High School in 1964. Tom grew up behind Englewood Christian Church...

Mar 15, 2026

Rose Ellen Steinmann Rose Ellen Steinmann (nee Passante), age 93 was born to Eternal Life on March 15, 2026. She remains the loving wife of the late Frederick for 57 years. She is the beloved mother of Sharon (Jeffrey) Weissenburger, Rosemarie (Paul) Barrette, Jeffrey and Gregory (Christine). God blessed her with ten grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. She is survived by...

Mar 14, 2026

Early in the morning of Saturday, March 14th, 2026, Michael D. Hansen Sr., aged 75 left us to journey to heaven.

He was born to Kenneth and Rita Hansen on November 7th, 1950 in Milwaukee.  Michael was an accomplished fixer and builder of all things, and worked diligently as a Scalesmaster for Buzzi Cement Company.  He was also a veteran of...

Mar 13, 2026

Jacqueline C Todorovich (Stiehm) Jacqueline passed away on March 13th, 2026. She was 94. Born to Carl and Frances (Goettings) Stiehm and raised in West Allis, she was a graduate of West Allis Central HS. After her marriage, the family moved to New Berlin where Jackie lived for over 60 years. During this time, she worked and retired from Kohls...

Mar 12, 2026

Johnathan Jay “Jay Bird” Otto, 35, of Milwaukee, passed away unexpectedly on March 12, 2026. Born September 12, 1990, in Milwaukee to Tracy Otto and Richard Rauch, Jay was raised with love by Tracy Otto, Sammie Broyld, and Jennifer Broyld. Known for his big heart, infectious smile, and loyal spirit, Jay lived life with passion and always showed up for...

Mar 11, 2026

Patricia “Pat” Lipke, 70, of Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026. Born to Leonard and Helen, Pat spent her life in Wisconsin, where she raised her two sons with a devotion that defined everything she was. More than anything else, Pat loved her children. Through every challenge life brought her way, her love never dimmed. Pat faced years...

Mar 9, 2026

Richard Ernest Malzer passed away on March 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on November 30, 1944, in Garrison, North Dakota. Richard will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his strong work ethic, and the many memories he created with those he loved. Richard proudly served his country in the United States...

Mar 9, 2026

NEW BERLIN – Betty McBrair, age 98, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026. Loving mother of Jerry (Pam) McBrair, Scott (Eileen) McBrair, Jill (Bill) LaCroix, Jan Uphoff and son-in-law Larry Wills. Proud grandmother of Heather (Chris) LaMaster, Heidi McBrair, Troy McBrair, Daniel LaCroix, Colin (Cassie) McBrair, Jenni LaCroix; and great-grandchildren Kori, Harper, Connor and Charlotte. Also survived by her...

Mar 9, 2026

Joshua Peter Thekan

February 23, 1981 – March 9, 2026

Josh, 45, passed away peacefully surrounded by love after a courageous eight-year battle with colon cancer. A devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend, Josh will be remembered for his kind heart, quiet strength, humor, and deep love for the people in his life.

Josh grew up in West Allis, Wisconsin, where he...

Mar 8, 2026

Theodore E. "TK" Kolodzyk Age 84, at peace March 8, 2026. Private family services were held.

Mar 7, 2026

Dennis Stopher Dennis Stopher, of Franklin, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026, with his loving wife of 44 years, Cathy, by his side. He was born on March 27, 1955, the eldest son of Glenn and Dolores Stopher. He grew up in the Greenfield area with five brothers and graduated from Whitnall High School, class of 1973. Dennis...

Mar 7, 2026

Keith Strait of Frankin, WI, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026 at the age of 61. He was born on October 13, 1964, to Barbara and Donald Strait in Milwaukee, WI. After graduating from Milwaukee Tech Highschool, he became a lifelong machinist, working at Louis Allis, A/C Equipment, Siemens, Regenco and Toshiba. Beloved husband to Stacy Strait (Lembck), sharing...

Mar 6, 2026

Mar 6, 2026

Kenneth Eugene Davis, “Ken”, of Muskego, WI, passed away on March 6, 2026. Ken was born on December 30, 1946, to Charles and Mary Davis. Ken was a loving husband to LaVonne Davis; loving father to Michael (Amanda) Davis and Emily (Jason Sr.) Barczak; and loving step-father to John and David (Stacey) Los. Further remembered as loving grandfather to Jackson...

Mar 6, 2026

Our family is heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved mother, Rose Marie Karns, who passed away peacefully at her home at New Perspective Senior Living on March 6, 2026.

Rose was born in Milwaukee, WI, and was a full-time homemaker. Rose is survived by her son, Jeffrey Karns (Lazarina Karns); her grandsons, Jeramie Karns (Lera Karns), Jonathan Karns (Michelle...

Mar 6, 2026

Margaret B Knops (nee McColl) 83. Beloved wife of Alan, momma to Daisy, loving mother to Sharon (Rick) Engel, Heather Knops, Amy (Scott) Miller, five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, proceeded in death her brother David McColl. Best friend "sister" Ann MacSween. Many other relatives and friends. Margaret came to the US in 1966 from Scotland after meeting Alan who was stationed...

Mar 6, 2026

Lou passed away on 3/6/2026 at the age of 91. He is survived by his daughters, Mary Beth (Greg) Bissonnette of Merrill, WI, Cheryl (Jerry) Hart of Merrill, WI and Katherine (Tom) Juranitch of Conover, WI. Also survived by his grandchildren, Kate (Scott) Conley, Lynn (Chris) Kroening, Bryan (Tracie) Bissonnette, Matthew (Stephanie) Juranitch and William Juranitch along with seven great-grandchildren,...

Mar 5, 2026