Obituaries
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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Therese Ratsch
Nov 13, 2018
Long time resident of Mukwonago, WI. Therese Ratsch found peace on Tuesday, November 13th, 2018 at the age of 82. Loving mother of Kurt (Doris) Ratsch, Anita (Michael) O'Leary & Matthew Ratsch. Proud grandma of Emily (Michael) Garcia, Melissa (Matthew / fiance) & Robert (Courtney) O'Leary. Preceded in death by her loving husband Kenneth "Kenny", son Matthew along with her...
Wayne Baumgart
Nov 10, 2018
Age 72, passed away peacefully in his home on November 10th surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of 49 years to Sandra (nee Simons). Loving father of Nicole Baumgart and Paul (Jenny) Baumgart. Further survived by his brother-in-law Tom (Mary) Simons, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A graduate of UWM and lifelong Brewers and Packers fan. Former Milwaukee...
Jay Erdman
Nov 9, 2018
Jay Erdman died at home surrounded by family on November 9th, 2018 at 82 years. Jay was born in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin in 1936, to Martin and Enid Erdman who preceded him in death. He graduated from Milwaukee School of Engineering. He worked his entire career for Allen-Bradley/Rockwell as an Electrical Engineer. He married Janet Scholtz on May 14th, 1960. Together...
G. Schmidt
Nov 8, 2018
Age 81. Passed away peacefully on November 8th, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved father of Mike (Colleen), Mark (Susan), Todd (Elizabeth), and Jodi (Dean) Paprocki. Loving grandfather of 8 and great-grandfather to 13. Further survived by nieces, nephews, friends made in Naples, FL over the past 20 years, and many others. A visitation will be held on Monday...
Jean Strehlow
Nov 8, 2018
Age 95. Reunited with her cherished husband, Bill on November 8, 2018. Loving mother of Harry (Grace) Strehlow and Jorja Strehlow (Bob Bywater). Proud grandma of Marvin Schofield (Shannon Burke), Kolina (Eric) Olson, Paula (Ken) Hacka. Proud step-grandma of Sarah (Ryan) Chesky, Daniel Bywater (Tabitha Rutherford, and Mary (Mike) Nelson. Great-grandma of 15. Great-great-grandma of 10. Sister of Geraldine Sapp....
Susan Devore
Nov 8, 2018
(nee Wagner)Born April 5, 1952, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 8, 2018, at the age of 66. Beloved wife of Gene Devore, stepmother to Holly A. Devore, and Mommy of her "Babies" (pets) Cha Cho and Smokey.Sue is preceded in death by her late husband Jorn Jensen, father-in-law Everette Devore Sr, brother-in-law Robert Devore, father Donald M. Wagner, and...
Mark Koelsch
Nov 6, 2018
Mark passed away suddenly on November 6, 2018 at the age of 50. He was a loving husband to Melissa, father to Evelyn and Joshua, brother to Krissy, and son to Wayne and Midge. He is survived by numerous family, friends, and colleagues across the country. Mark made his living loving to hate all things audio/video, making numerous connections along...
Barbara Raasch
Nov 5, 2018
Barbara Joan Raasch nee KalupaApril 25, 1934 – November 5, 2018Barbara J. Kalupa, age 84, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 5, 2018 with family by her side. She was born in Milwaukee to Joseph and Mildred Kalupa (Jones). She was Treasurer of the Philomathea Club and First VP of the Latin Club at Washington High School, from which she...
Dolores Urban
Nov 5, 2018
Age 68. At peace Nov. 5, 2018. Loving wife of Robert for 44 years. Beloved mother of Jason (special friend Sarah Ruffert). Dear sister of Lu Ann Prothero and cherished sister-in-law of Janet (Charlie) Schmidt. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Dolores was preceded in death by her parents, Ervin & Yvonne Henrickson. Graduate of Clintonville Senior High School...
Arlene Ruttgers
Nov 4, 2018
Age 82. Found peace November 4, 2018. Loving wife of Robert for 62 years. Caring mother of Star (Ron) Sienkiewicz and Jody (Matt) Wesley. Cherished grandmother of Zachary Sienkiewicz. Special thanks to the Lutheran Home 'Memory Care' Staff for their compassion and loving care. Private family services.
Dafina Roter-Velyov
Nov 4, 2018
Age 44. At peace November 4, 2018. Loving mother of Alexis Roter and Grace Roter. Beloved daughter of Ivanka Geiger (Jack) and Kenneth Geiger. Dear sister of Tina Geiger (Gerald Hazard). Aunt to Jelena and Lillyana. Close friend to Ben Thimm and Jodi Cummings. Further survived by many other friends and relatives. Preceded in death by maternal grandparents Mladen "Deda"...
Carolin Faust
Nov 3, 2018
Carolin R. Faust, age 60, passed away peacefully at St. Luke's hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on November 3, 2018. She was surrounded by her most important family and loved ones as she found peace, after a long struggle with diabetes and COPD. Carolin was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on January 9, 1958 to Margaret Kuether ( mother), who preceded her...
Harriet Novak
Nov 2, 2018
Age 94. Passed peacefully on November 2, 2018. Beloved wife of the late John Novak. Dear mother of Jay (Jennifer) and Guy (Carol). Proud grandmother of Amanda (Ted) Smith, Nicholas (fiance' Amy Steckelberg), Joseph (Jen) Novak; Tiffany (Bryant) Roberts, Ashley, Kyle (Desirae') and Michael Novak. Loving great-grandmother to Bear and Oliver Smith; Naomi, Bryson, and Tristan Roberts; and Blake Novak....
James Loveless
Nov 1, 2018
James E. "Jim" Loveless Age 82. Sunrise July 3rd, 1936, Sunset Nov 1st, 2018. Peacefully passed away in his home surrounded by family. Preceded in death by Elmer R. Loveless, Clara and Harold Lorenz, and his wife Joy. Also preceded In death by granddaughters Jessica Lynn and Madison Charlotte. Loving father of Robert (Rhea), Sheree (Ron), Jim (Kim), Rhonda, Joe...
Russell Mcclellan
Nov 1, 2018
Age 79. Found peace November 1, 2018 after a long struggle with diabetes and vascular disease. Loving husband of Valerie (nee Knippel) for 53 years. Loving father of Shelly McClellan and Quinn (Myriam) McClellan. Proud grandpa of Collin, Caitlyn, Jessica, Brittany and Aaron. Russ was preceded in death by his parents Frank & Rose, four brothers and three sisters. Further...
Percy Veness
Oct 31, 2018
"Percy Arnold Veness died peacefully on October 31st, 2018. Age 85 years. Beloved husband to the late Evelyn for 63 years. Loving father of Steven (Mary), the late Carol, David (Maureen), Diane (Roger) Burczyk and Mark (Robyn). Dear grandfather of Corrie, Tina, the late Steven Jr., Brian, Dawn, Kim, Don, Duane, Carol, Roger Jr., Nick, the late Eric, Judy and...
Vernon Vorpahl
Oct 30, 2018
Vernon D. VorpahlFormerly of Greendale, Born to Eternal Life October 30, 2018 at the age of 89. Loving husband of the late Dolores (nee Bergmann). Devoted father of Tom (Lori), Elizabeth, and Brian (Meg). Proud grandpa of Chelsea, Tyler, Connor, Elise, and Greta. Further survived by other family members and friends. Memorial service Saturday, November 10th, Whitnall Park Lutheran Church,...
Michael Glembocki
Oct 29, 2018
Michael "Mike" J. GlembockiOf Franklin, Wisconsin, found peace October 29, 2018 at the age of 67. Loving husband of Bobbi (nee Meyer) for 42 years. Beloved father of Janell (Patrick) Brock and Bret (CarrieAnn) Glembocki. Proud grandpa of Weylan Glembocki. Dear brother of Dorothy Brownlee, Helen Glembocki, and Claire Loizzo. Further survived by other relatives and many friends. Special thanks...
Dennis Dwyer
Oct 28, 2018
Dennis W. Dwyer of Burlington was born to eternal life on Oct. 28 at the age of 67. Beloved husband and lifelong love for more than 44 years of Jan (nee Harper). Cherished dad of Dr. Christopher Dwyer and Jessica Dwyer. Much loved grandpa of Maitlin and Coen Dwyer. Dear brother of Pat Dwyer, Kate Joerres and Mick (Donna) Dwyer....
Emma Benke
Oct 27, 2018
Emma M. BenkeOctober 27, 2018Born April 10, 1920 in the Town of Lake. Life-long resident of Muskego, Wisconsin. The last three years she was a resident of Brenwood Park Assisted Living. Loving wife of the late Darwin Benke. Beloved mom of Gary (Carol Myslivecek), and Gail (the late Ricky Barnhardt) Benke. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends....
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