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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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June Kantor

June Kantor

Aug 30, 2018

Age 90. Born to eternal life on August 30, 2018. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert Kantor. Beloved mother of Pamela Thompson Wamser (Carl James Wamser). Proud grandma of Joshua G. (Becca) Thompson. Great-grandma of Olivia Mae Thompson and Owen James Thompson. Loving aunt of Danny, Michael, Sharon, Timothy, Cathy, and Laurie Riley. June was also preceded in death...

Mark Kablau

Mark Kablau

Aug 29, 2018

Passed away peacefully on August 29th while holding the hand of his beloved Renate. Further survived by his daughter Sarah, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, and his beloved cat Yoda. He loved fishing, hunting, and hiking in the woods. A visitation will be held on Tuesday September 4th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. followed by a memorial service...

Joan Barnes

Joan Barnes

Aug 29, 2018

Age 87. Passed away peacefully August 29th, 2018. Preceded in death by her loving husband Commodore and beautiful daughter Marcia Feilen. Beloved mother of Donna (Mick) Dwyer, Fred (Terry) Barnes, Andrea (Randy) Roesler and Alan (Kirsten) Barnes. Very proud grandmother of Justin, Katie, Nathan, Theresa, Jared, Nicole (Kyle), Andrew, Lexi, Emily, Lukas and great-grandchildren Alizay and Anthony.Joan was born and...

Mark Tojek

Mark Tojek

Aug 25, 2018

Age 56. Born to Eternal Peace on August 25, 2018. Loving husband of Jeanine Tojek for 17 years. Dear brother of David (Angela) Tojek and Phillip Tojek. Beloved father of Matthew (Amanda) Tojek, Samantha (Sam) Barsanti, Sarah Tojek (Carlos Gonzalez), Emily (Alex) Zarnowski and step-father of Katie (Chris) Prom and Jamie (John) Buch. Proud grandpa of Jace Tojek, Shayna Tojek,...

Eileen Gruen

Eileen Gruen

Aug 21, 2018

Age 92. Passed peacefully on August 21, 2018. Survived by devoted daughter Linda (John) Eggert, loving grandchildren Chad (Michelle) Appleby, Ryan (Bibiana) Appleby, Julie (Alan) Moe and great-granddaughter Malia Appleby; her two sisters, Marian & Donna, and many other relatives & friends. Eileen was predeceased by her beloved husband Delbert Gruen on June 28, 2017 (their 70th Wedding Anniv) and...

Scott Harty

Scott Harty

Aug 19, 2018

Harty, Scott Curtis has made peace with the Lord on August 19, 2018 age 55 years. Survived by his wife Sharon Harty, loving parents Ronald and Shirley Harty, sisters Cynthia Coloso and Julie Harty, nieces, nephews, stepchildren, grandchildren, and many loving friends. Scott loved to be around his family and his friends and especially enjoyed his time on the reservation....

Wallace Buske

Wallace Buske

Aug 19, 2018

"Wally" Age 91. Born to eternal life on August 19, 2018. Together again with his beautiful wife, Geri. Loving father of James (Linda) Buske, Debbie (Craig) Hanneman, Mary (Kevin) Rak, Don (Sandra) Buske, and Jeff (Joan) Buske. Blessed with 14 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Further survived by many other relatives and friends. Visitation at Nativity Lutheran Church, 6905 W. Bluemound...

Laverne Koel

Laverne Koel

Aug 19, 2018

Age 86. At peace August 19, 2018. Loving wife of Arthur Koel for 35 years. Beloved mother of Donna (Alan) Mooney and stepmother of Lois Koel, Dick (Jan) Koel, Michael (Jayne) Koel, Karen (Fred) Russell, and Anita Koel. Blessed with grandchildren and with one great-grandchild. Dear sister of Kenneth (Hazel) Kernen, Clifford (Bernadette) Kernen, Carol (Ronald) Robrahn and Arlyne (Robert)...

Thaddeus Napiorkowski

Thaddeus Napiorkowski

Aug 18, 2018

Thaddeus Felix NapiorkowskiBorn: April 9, 1934Born to Eternal Life August 18, 2018Visitation will be Wednesday, August 29th at Holy Family Congregation, 4825 N. Wildwood Avenue, Whitefish Bay from 11:00 AM until the Memorial Mass is celebrated at 12:00 noon.There is no additional information at this time.

Patrick Buchan

Patrick Buchan

Aug 17, 2018

Buchan, Patrick J. age 55, died at home surrounded by family on Friday, August 17, 2018. Son of the late Warren ("Swede") and Dorothy (Kryscio) Buchan. Beloved father of Connor, Keegan and Riley. Survived by siblings Candy, Sue, Mike, Pam, Jackie and Renee. Further survived by many relatives and friends. Per Patrick's wishes, a memorial service will not be held.

Sheila Muratti

Sheila Muratti

Aug 16, 2018

Sheila Muratti of Greendale, Wisconsin died at St. Luke's Hospital, surrounded by her family on Thursday, August 16, 2018, at the age of 80. She is survived by her children Richard Imperiale (Susan), Michael Imperiale (Kathy), Joseph Imperiale, Carmen Muratti, her sister Carmen Johnson of North Carolina as well as her seven grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Sheila was...

Edith Blum

Edith Blum

Aug 15, 2018

Edith "Edie" Blum (Nee Tabbert)Found peace August 15, 2018. Born April 24, 1927 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to Albert and Anna (Nee Bruessow) Tabbert. Loving wife of the late Loren Blum. Beloved mother to Peggy Pischke, of Mequon, Wisconsin and Joanne (Robert) Yeutter, of Greenfield, Wisconsin. Proud grandmother to Amber (Jeff) Lampsa of New Berlin, Wisconsin, Jodie (Barry) Thrune of New...

Edward Larsen

Edward Larsen

Aug 15, 2018

Age 80. Sunrise August 18, 1937 - Sunset August 15, 2018. Loving husband of Kathleen. Loving father of Tamara "Tammy" Larsen, Debbie (David) Rehorst, Jennifer "Jenni" Larsen and step-father to Marcia (Alan) Johnson, John (Susan) Bachowski, Scott (Donna) Bachowski, Kelly, and Corine Sullivan. Further survived by grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Eddie proudly served the Village of Hales...

Sharon Gross

Sharon Gross

Aug 14, 2018

Gross, Sharon M., age 66 of Wauwatosa, passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 14, 2018, in hospice. She retired from a career in accounting, most recently as director of financial services at VICI Beauty School. Sharon was a devoted wife, loving mother, and proud grandma. She's remembered for her strong-willed perseverance, selfless nature, love of cows, and her exploding muffins from...

William Plachetka

William Plachetka

Aug 13, 2018

Survived by his sister Jeanne (Frank) Kissane, nephews Peter, Thomas, and niece Marie. US Army veteran; graduate of UW-Madison School of Pharmacy. Bill resided in Madison, Phoenix, and Sequim, WA. He enjoyed many trips to Europe, was an avid scuba diver and skier, and long-time member of the National Ski Patrol. Special thanks to: Dr. Barkhaus and the ALS team...

Jean Chadderdon

Jean Chadderdon

Aug 10, 2018

Jean E. Chadderdon (nee Carter)Survived by her husband of 61 years, John; children Lora (Tom), Jeffrey (Kristin), Larry and Nancy; and grandchildren William (Kelseigh), Benjamin, Nathaniel, Joshua, Samara and Spencer. She was an active, well-loved member of Christ United Methodist Church and the Order of Eastern Star. Memorial gathering Saturday, September 29th, 2018, 9:00 AM to 11 AM, Christ United...

Robert Kaminski

Robert Kaminski

Aug 10, 2018

Age 75. Of Greenfield, Wisconsin, passed away, Friday, August 10, 2018. A celebration of life service will be held at 3:00 PM, Wednesday, August 29, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 12700 W. Howard Avenue, New Berlin, WI. Family and Friends will be welcomed for visitation beginning at 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM.Robert was born October 28, 1942 in Milwaukee, WI....

Shirley Lowitz

Shirley Lowitz

Aug 10, 2018

(nee Price) Born on May 5, 1940 to Emma (nee Roeder) and Eugene Price (both deceased). Received in the arms of her Lord Jesus Christ on August 10, 2018. Cherished mother of Suzanne (Peter) Soderberg, Cathie Jo Lowitz, and Tammy (David) Kane. Special partner and companion to Fred Lowitz. Beloved sister of Terry (Barb Mehlos) Price, Penny (the late Russell)...

Caroline Mrotek

Caroline Mrotek

Aug 10, 2018

Caroline L. Mrotek passed away peacefully on August 10, 2018 in San Antonio, TX. She was born on April 30, 1920 in Milwaukee, WI. She resided in many places over the years while traveling with the love of her life late husband Richard Mrotek (CMSGT Ret.). Upon retiring they made New Berlin, WI home where they shared many years together....

Carolee Goetzinger

Carolee Goetzinger

Aug 9, 2018

Carolee Goetzinger (nee Eckstrom)Age 79, our M8RIARC slid into the box sideways exclaiming, "damn... what a ride!" August 9th, 2018. Loving wife of H. Henry "Hank" for 61 years. Beloved mother to Rev. Harland "Skip" (Karen), Andrea, Barbara (David) Sheedy, Douglas (Julie Strandt), and Christine (Mark) Redetzke. Proud grandmother to Rev. Aaron, Meghan (Caleb), Matthew, Christian, Ian, Orennia, Elise, Emily,...

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