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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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James Adkins
May 20, 2018
James T. "JT" AdkinsFound peace May 20, 2018 at the age of 96. Loving husband of the late Viola for 63 years. Beloved father of Judy (the late Edward) Sprague, James R. (the late Bonnie), John (Allyson), Jeff, Joann (David) Walter, Janine (Michael) Kasprzyk, and Jeri Sue (Bryan) Bauer. Proud grandfather of 19 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Further survived by...
Elizabeth Warner
May 20, 2018
Elizabeth Marshall Warner, 94, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 20, 2018. Elizabeth grew up in Bayside, Wisconsin and attended Whitefish Bay High School and Milwaukee Downer Seminary. She received her B.S. in Education in 1946 from the University of Pennsylvania and was a graduate of the Philadelphia School of Occupational Therapy. She worked for many years...
Lois Luglio
May 16, 2018
(Nee Brah) Age 93. Born to eternal life May 16, 2018. Lois Luglio- loving mother who could talk to anyone. She truly loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchild.Lois went to Marquette University during WWII and earned a PhB, which is a Philosophy Bachelor. She would say that if someone confused that with a PhD that was their problem. She...
Robert Kruger
May 14, 2018
Entered into Eternal Life on May 14th at 97 years old. Beloved father of Dave (Susan) and Donna. Dear grandfather of Kimberly and Tamara (Jamie) Darrow and great-grandfather to Gracelynn. Proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force during WWII. Dedicated to his Lord Jesus and member of St John's Ev Lutheran Church for 91 years. Further survived by other family...
Ann Kretschmer
May 14, 2018
Ann (Cielesz) Kretschmer, age 91, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2018 at Wheaton Franciscan Hospital in Franklin, WI. She was preceded in death by her husband Alvin C. Kretschmer in 1997 and an infant daughter. Born 1/31/1927 in North Chicago, she was the youngest child of Mary and Andrew Cielesz, who predeceased her, as did her six brothers and...
Ramona Kitzinger
May 13, 2018
Passed away peacefully on May 13th at 87 years old. Beloved mother of Curt (Linda), Joe (Sherry), and Ken (Trish). Further survived by a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, her sister Audrey, and other relatives and friends. She served as vice chairman of the Democratic Party of Waukesha for a number of years and was a large supporter of the Labor...
William Horn
May 13, 2018
William "Bill" Michael Horn, 67, returned to his heavenly home on Sunday, May 13, 2018. His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God was an example for all who knew him. He was born to the late Dick and Dotty Horn in Muskego, Wisconsin on August 26, 1950. Bill attended school in Muskego through high school and...
Jean Johnston
May 12, 2018
Jean Marie Johnston, age 76, passed in peace on May 12th, 2018. She wasborn on March 24th, 1942 in Lake City, Iowa to Oren King and Audrey King.Jean was the beloved wife of Roger Johnston for 57 years. She alwaysspread her incredible generosity and touched the hearts of family andstrangers alike. Jean lived her life to the fullest, finding joy...
Beatrice Petersdorff
May 12, 2018
Beatrice "Bea" E. Petersdorff (nee Bianchi) Age 80, at rest May 12, 2018. Beloved wife of Eugene Petersdorff. Mother of the late Dan (Cyann), Matt (Debbie), Ed (Denise) and James (Cassie) Renner. Proud grandmother of 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Warner (Nancy) Bianchi and Marcella (Regis) Burns. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Also preceded in...
Herbert Strauss
May 11, 2018
Herbert "Herb" P. StraussAt rest, May 11, 2018 at the age of 92. Loving husband of Dolores (nee Whiteaker). Beloved dad of Gerald (Renetta), Donald (Carol), and Kim Singer. Proud grandpa of 6 grandsons: Ryan Strauss, Ronald (Jennifer) Strauss, Scott Singer, Jonathan Singer, Adrian Strauss, and Ethen Strauss; 3 granddaughters: Jennifer Strauss, Debra (James "Ron") Compton, and Jackie (Cory) Hicke;...
Joy Loveless
May 10, 2018
Joy Charlotte LovelessAge 75 of Greenfield, Wisconsin, passed away Thursday evening, May 10th, 2018 at her home, surrounded by her family.Joy was born on August 20th, 1942 in Red Wing, Minnesota as the daughter of the late Ferdinand and Charlotte Wedde. In July of 1975, Joy was united in marriage to James ("Jim") E. Loveless in Red Wing. She retired...
James Wiegert
May 8, 2018
Joined his beloved wife Teena in Heaven on May 8th at 88 years old. Beloved father of James, Jr. (Karen), Katherine (Lawrence) Miller, Joseph (Lisa), Jon (Traci), and Tammi (Kirk "Bud") Kotke. Proud grandfather of Haley, Jesse, Jamie, Wendy, Craig, Eric, Ryan, Scott, Ashley, Justin, Kyle, Jordan, Taylor, Kyler, Teagan, Grayson, Avery, and Gage. Great-grandfather to Logan, Alexis, Jeremy, Peyton,...
Beverly Meddaugh
May 7, 2018
Beverly A. Meddaugh (Nee Holbach)Passed away peacefully on May 7th, 2018 at the age of 81.Survived by her loving husband of 62 years Meryle. Beloved mother of Scott (Nancy), Christopher, and Kelly. Devoted grandmother of Daniel Frostman, Ryan, Amanda (Joe) Sabol, Kyle, Corey (Allison), Samantha, Jessica, and Tyler. Proud great-grandmother of Nicolas and Chloe. Preceded in death by granddaughter Jennifer...
Beverly Gabala
May 7, 2018
Beverly "Bev" F. Gabala (Nee Biedenbender)Found peace May 7, 2018 at the age of 84. Loving wife of the late Robert. Bev was also preceded in death by her daughter Carolyn. Beloved mother of Arnold (Jackie), Bob (Karen), Mary (Don), Michael (Pam), and Cheryl. Proud grandma of 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Geri and Adeline. Further survived...
Tom Krause
May 6, 2018
Found peace on May 6th at 71 years old. Beloved father of Kathleen (David) Bass, Kristie (Chris) Smith, Richard (Leslie), and Tommy. Further survived by grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Owner of Krause Auto Body. A visitation will be held on Thursday May 10th at Hartson Funeral Home, 11111 W. Janesville Rd. Hales Corners 53130, from 4 p.m....
Hertha Strube
May 5, 2018
Hertha "Pat" Erna Ida Strube (nee Bethke)Born on September 18, 1921 and joined her beloved husband Marvin Lyle Strube in heaven on May 5, 2018. Pat loved her family which included children, Pam Mickelson, Dallas Strube, and Den Strube; grandchildren Casi Johnson, Niki Nuti, Cheyenne Heltemes, Dylan Strube, Sara Strube, Austin Strube, Allison Strube; and great-grandchildren Cali Heltemes, Colton Heltemes,...
Shirley Salter
May 5, 2018
Shirley J. SalterAge 89. Passed away May 5, 2018. Loving wife of the late Howard R. Salter. Dear mother of the late Bruce (Lea) Salter, Donald (the late Patricia) Salter, and Charles (Karen) Salter. Shirley was a loving grandmother to 10 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. Further survived by other relatives and friends. For 53 years she was the...
Joseph Fortune
May 5, 2018
Passed away peacefully in his home on May 5th at 92 years old in the presence of his loving and caring wife of 70 years, Virginia "Genie" (nee Kaytna). Dear father of Marc (Jackie), Leslie Reinhart, Christopher, and Joel. Loving grandfather of 9 and great-grandfather to 6. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Proud veteran of the...
Dorothy Meilenner
May 4, 2018
Passed into Eternal Life on May 4th at 91 years old. Beloved mother of James (the late Cheryl), Thomas (Kathy), Mary (James) Richards, Geri Montoya, Ann Stumpf (Todd), and Joseph. Cherished grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother to 4. Further survived by her sisters Arlene and Millie, nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. A visitation will be held on Friday...
Sarajane Kleeba
May 2, 2018
Sarajane L. Kleeba (Nee Azzolina) born June 7, 1951 to the late Anthony and Jennie Azzolina in Milwaukee, WI passed peacefully on May 2, 2018 with family by her side. She will be greatly missed by those who loved her.Cherished wife of Richard for 40 years. Loving mother of Gina (Chris Lewis) Kleeba and Jenna (Eric) Day. Proud grandmother of...
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