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Recent Obituaries in Hales Corners, WI

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Hales Corners, WI area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Melvin Homsher

Melvin Homsher

Aug 14, 2020

Melvin Carl Homsher Waterford - Age 89. Went home to heaven to be with the Lord forever on August 14, 2020. Loving husband of Lorraine. Beloved father of Joanne (George) Hartay, David (Cindy), and John. Proud grandfather of Julia (Matt) Podlisecki, Natalie, Matthew, Nicholas, and Catherine Homsher. Great-grandfather of George Podlisecki. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Melvin proudly...

Donna Wilkowski

Donna Wilkowski

Aug 13, 2020

Age 61 - Peacefully passed on August 13 Donna was born to Janice Wilkowski and the late David Wilkowski. Survived by her beloved, Russell Malkowski. Loving sister of the late Robert Wilkowski, Glenn Wilkowski, Jerry Wilkowski, and Dave Wilkowski. Loving mother of Paul Frank. Proud grandmother of Kaitlyn Frank and Elizabeth Frank. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Many...

Harry Heileman

Harry Heileman

Aug 10, 2020

Heileman, Harry Herbert (1941-2020) Harry Heileman, 79, died peacefully on August 10. He is preceded in death by his wife, Dr. Jean Johnson, and by his parents, Herbert and Mildred Heileman. Harry grew-up in Hales Corners, attended Greendale High School and earned a Bachelor's degree and later a Master of Arts degree in History from the University of Wisconsin –...

Lawrence Yachinich

Lawrence Yachinich

Aug 9, 2020

Of Greenfield - Age 97. Born into eternal life on August 9, 2020. Loving husband of the late Ann Yachinich for 60 years. Beloved father of Larry (Julie), Robert (Nancy), Diane (Bob) Kruse, Ronald, Steven (Kathy), Marlene (Tony) Orzechowski, and Marion (Nick) Schermer. Proud grandfather of Johnathon, Peter, Susan, Mary, Meiko, Emily, Rick, Samantha, Christopher, Katie, Stephanie, Justin, Joshua, Morgan,...

Ellen Stilwell

Ellen Stilwell

Aug 9, 2020

Ellen M. Stilwell (nee Kaufmann) of West Allis was called home to Heaven on August 9, 2020 at the age of 89. Preceded in death by her loving son, Charlie, she looked forward to the time she could be reunited with him. Mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She had a wonderful and caring companion, William Anderson, with whom she spent the...

Joseph Crema

Joseph Crema

Aug 7, 2020

CREMA, JOSEPH S. age 64. Earned his eternal crown of glory on August 7, 2020 surrounded by his loving sisters; Linda, Teri Ann, Joan (David), June (Steve) and Jane (Jeff). Preceded in death by his wife, Sandy and sister Cheryl (Roger). Further survived by stepchildren, Eddie, Tom, Tasha and Dennis, as well as sister-in-law, Debbie and many nieces, nephews and...

George Briglevic

George Briglevic

Aug 5, 2020

Age 90. Passed away peacefully on August 5, 2020. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Frances. Beloved father of Ken (Gail), Den (Roxanne), Jim (Faith), Barb (Kim) Schroeder, Joe, and Renee (Lee) Sirny. Proud grandpa of Jeanette, Travis, Becky, Mandy, Adam, Leah, Stacey, Meagan, Chris, and Justin. Blessed with many great-grandchildren. Dear brother of John (Joanne) and Frank (Kathy)....

Michaelann Germershausen

Michaelann Germershausen

Aug 4, 2020

Entered into eternal life on August 4th, just shy of her 78th birthday. Beloved mother of Amy (Jay Janiszewski), Eric, and Joel (Ann Olson). Awesome grandmother of Katherine, Lucy, Anna, and Jane, and step-grandmother of Abigail, Hannah, and Grace. Loving sister of Lynn (John) Biwer, Carol (Roy) Brooks, and the late John Waddleton. Further survived by nieces, nephews, and a...

Charles Murry

Charles Murry

Aug 4, 2020

Age 59. Passed away on August 4th. Survived by his children: Laurie Arend, Charles (Tina) Murry, Jr, Greg Murry and Ashley Fought. Cherished son of Albert and Phyllis Frankenstein. Brother of (the late) Eda, (the late) Bobby, Patsy, Johnny, Lloyd, Mary, Julie and Jim. Further survived by 14 grandchildren, 1 great-granchild with one on the way, other relatives and many...

Edward Tomka

Edward Tomka

Aug 3, 2020

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William Nelson

William Nelson

Jul 30, 2020

Age 81. Passed away on July 30th. Beloved father of Brent (Nola) and Jody Shake. Grandfather of Blake and Sydney Nelson and Sadie Shake. Cherished brother of Ken (Ginger). Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Retired from Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewage Commission after 30 years. He was a 32nd degree Mason, belonging to both the Nathan Hale and...

Cleone Goelz

Cleone Goelz

Jul 28, 2020

MUSKEGO - Age 80. Called home to heaven on July 28, 2020 after spending her final weeks battling multiple medical issues and covid-19. Loving wife of Marvin. Beloved mother of Michael (Paula), Jeffrey (Heather), Gregory (Jaime), and Gary (Karen). Proud grandma of Nathan, Amber, Garrett, Ainsley, Kyan, Ashlyn, Lauren, Grace and Emma. Dear sister of Jerome (Karen) Samens and Sister...

Audrey Wefel

Audrey Wefel

Jul 28, 2020

(Nee Bruess) Age 92. At peace July 28, 2020. Preceded in death by her husband, Lorenz V. Wefel Jr. Loving mother of Deborah (Richard) Sloane, Jeffrey Wefel, and Laura Wefel. Blessed with three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Private family services. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. If desired, memorials to St....

Lawrence Alfery

Lawrence Alfery

Jul 28, 2020

Lawrence "Larry" H. Alfery died on July 28, 2020. He was born to Eunice and Henry Alfery. He grew up in Milwaukee and lived many years in Hales Corners. He served in the U.S. Army. He was a proud graduate (eventually) of the University of Wisconsin – Madison. He was an executive with Erie Manufacturing. He was married to Nancy...

Ellen Kinder

Ellen Kinder

Jul 27, 2020

Of Waukesha - (Nee Chopp) Age 81. At peace July 27, 2020. Arrangements under our care.

Frances Blackburn

Frances Blackburn

Jul 26, 2020

(Nee Gruener) Age 92. Died peacefully July 26, 2020. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Donald. Beloved mother of Lynn (Larry) Olsen and Dawn (Bill) Cavalco. Cherished grandmother of Dominic (Jade), Joe, and Gina. Great-grandmother of Arielle, Zoey, and Vinny. Dear sister of Doris Fischer. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Private services will be held....

Richard Gill

Richard Gill

Jul 26, 2020

Of Milwaukee - Age 85. At peace July 26, 2020. Loving husband of Judy for 59 years. Beloved father of Rick, Terri (Dan) Kraemer, Mike (Denise), and Darren (Angela). Proud grandpa of Makayla, Bailey, Miley, Carly, and Alex. Great-grandpa of Kylee and Nola. Further survived by his best friend of 75 years, "Art", other relatives, friends, and his cherished pet,...

William Taylor

William Taylor

Jul 25, 2020

New Berlin - Age 68. At home with the Lord on July 25, 2020. Loving husband of Ana. Further survived by his parents, Arthur & Elma Taylor, other relatives and friends. Visitation at Hartson Funeral Home on Thursday, July 30th from 10 AM until the time of the service at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to The...

John Caspary

John Caspary

Jul 24, 2020

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Jack Caspary, of Muskego, on July 24th. Preceded in death by his parents, John & Florence Caspary. Survived and dearly loved by Nancy Claas, her daughter Kelli (Todd) Krcma and family, and sisters Joan (Jerry) Roehsner and Jeanne (Joe) Raab. Further survived by many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Jack graduated...

Mandel Wolfe

Mandel Wolfe

Jul 23, 2020

Of Hales Corners - Passed away July 23, 2020 at the age of 91. Preceded in death by his beloved wife Sara. Cherished father of Greg (Erica), Connie (John) Hauer, and Mark (Molly). Adoring grandfather of David (Dallas), Daniel, Michael (Lauren) Hauer, Alex (Katelyn) Hauer, Evan Hauer, Charlie, and Ella. Further survived by other loving family and friends. If desired,...

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