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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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Ralph Michaels
Mar 30, 2018
Ralph James Michaels, Jr.Found peace March 30, 2018. Son of the late Ralph and Ella Mae (nee Kegley); son-in-law of the late Tony and Mary Maggiore; Beloved wife and best friend of 57 years to Agatha "Aggie" (nee Maggiore); loving father of Ralph (Ann), Robert (Gina), John (Jennifer), Laurie (Steve) Krause, and Joseph (Jennifer); special grandpa of Joshua, Kimberly, Amanda...
Jon Jorgensen
Mar 30, 2018
Jon C. JorgensenPassed away March 30, 2018 at age 55. Survived by his parents Herman and Doreen (nee Ostermick) Jorgensen, daughter Tasha (Jason), sister Joy (Jim) O'Hearn, and nephew Daniel O'Hearn. A memorial service will be held, Saturday, April 28th, at Noon, Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 3022 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee.
Henry Hummel
Mar 30, 2018
Passed away peacefully in his home on Friday March 30th surrounded by loving family, at 92 years old. Beloved husband of 53 years to Barbara (nee Smith). Cherished father of Ann (Thomas) Flick, Henry (Judy), John (Tracey), and Mark (Diana). Loving grandfather of Bryan, Austin, Mitchell, Madison, Haley, Alexis "Alex", Jordan, and Tristan. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives...
Dale Winkler
Mar 29, 2018
Age 72. Passed away March 29, 2018. Survived by wife, Claudia (nee Callen), father of Keith (Christina), grandfather of Madilynn. Preceded in death by daughter Jennifer and parents, Eugene & Grace. Special thanks to Dr. Barkhaus and the VA ALS team. Private services will be held. Contributions to your favorite animal shelter or the VA would be appreciated.
Gregory Gesch
Mar 28, 2018
Greg's work here is done. On March 28th, he was reunited in Heaven with his mom and dad, Doris and Trip Gesch. Always a big brother to Larry Gesch and Donna Gesch. As a family, we have many memories of enjoying mom's good cooking, dad's sense of humor, summers spent at Mt. Morris Lake and countless celebrations with extended family....
Harriet Hapke
Mar 28, 2018
Age 89. At peace March 27, 2018. Preceded in death by her parents, Harry & Viola Hapke; siblings, Marion Braund, Carol, Fred (Mary), and John. Sister-in-law of Mary Hapke. Aunt of Joe (Denise) Hapke, Jane (Steve) Barwick, Ann Drosen, Leilani, Debbie, and the late Laurie (Jim) Petrie. Great aunt of Justin, Ethan, Kevin, Jill, Dan, Alexa, Noel, and Jenna. Further...
Kenneth Thierfelder
Mar 27, 2018
Kenneth ("Ken") A. Thierfelder Ken passed away peacefully, Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at the age of 92. He was born in Milwaukee, on October 30th 1925. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 71 years, Dorothy. He married his sweetheart of 78 years, Dorothy June, on June 23rd, 1945 in Houston, Texas while Ken was serving in...
Wayne Palmer
Mar 26, 2018
Wayne Everett PalmerNovember 8 1961 - March 26, 2018Wayne E. Palmer, age 56, passed away on March 26, 2017, in hospice at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center. Wayne was born on November 8, 1961 in Bozeman, Montana. Due to the nomadic nature of his father's work he attended numerous primary schools in several states. He had a very bright mind,...
David Suhm
Mar 25, 2018
Passed away on Sunday March 25th at 84 years old. Beloved husband of 58 years to Nancy (nee Ferko). Cherished father of Michael (Cheryl), Laura (Greg) Kaminski, and Bob (Eileen). Loving grandfather to Kayla, Courtney, Katie, Matt, Alex and Luke. Treasured brother of Doug (Elaine) Suhm. Preceded in death by his brothers Dick and Larry. Owner of Suhm Laboratories for...
Dorothy Talatzko
Mar 24, 2018
"You're stuck with me. I'll live to be 100" was a common phrase from Dorothy Talatzko. She had been saying it for years and it seemed like she would be right. A proud woman, Dorothy's determination allowed her to live independently in her home until she was nearly 94 when she accepted a relatively short and graceful exit from our...
Pedro Martinez
Mar 23, 2018
Pedro Bustos Martinez, fondly known as Pete, passed away suddenly on Friday, March 23rd with family present, at the age of 61. Pete was a loving husband, best friend, and beloved father and grandfather. Pete was especially known for talking with everyone and anyone, his contagious laugh, and warm smile. He was the president of Memories Car Club, which became...
Beatrice Starich
Mar 21, 2018
Age 85. At peace March 21, 2018. Preceded in death by her husband, Frank. Loving mother of Ronald (Laura), Donald (Diane), John (Patti) and Bonnie (Jerry) Libby. Proud grandma of Amber, Shaylynn and Mitchell. Dear sister of Don (Sandy)Podd, Kenny Podd, and Gloria (Don) Bonnert. Further survived by other family and friends. Visitation at Hartson Funeral Home on Sunday, March...
Frank Freitag
Mar 21, 2018
Frank M. FreitagAt Rest, March 21, 2018. Visitation Tuesday, March 27th, 10 AM to 11 AM, Hartson Funeral Home, Hales Corners. There is no further information at this time.
John Lese
Mar 18, 2018
John Robert Lese, of New Berlin, Wisconsin, born on September 6, 1964 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Cynthia Lese and the late Robert Lese, passed away at age 53 on March 18, 2018 in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. John graduated from Waukesha County Technical Institute in December 1984 with a degree in Marketing. He was an Automobile Wholesaler in the local automotive industry...
Achim Reiner
Mar 17, 2018
Passed away peacefully on March 17th at 81 years old. Beloved father of Darren, Deana (Mark) Josi, and Kevin. Loving Opa to Brooklynn, Jordan, Tyler, Taylor "Schmuck", Payton, Preston, and Pierce. Further survived by his sister Regina Brainard, brother-in-law Steve Williams, nieces and nephew, and other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Ferdinand and Gertrude, and brother...
Barbara Gscheidmeier
Mar 11, 2018
(nee Lorch)Passed away unexpectedly on March 11th at 73 years old. Beloved mother of John (Samantha), Jason (Katherine), and Joshua (Novia). Cherished grandmother of Gabrielle, Olivia, Elizabeth, Noah, Carter, Amelia, and Aria. Further survived by her loving ex-husband Gary, sister Judy (the late Frank) D'Amato, brother Tom (Teddi) Lorch, and sister-in-law Mary Lorch. Preceded in death by her parents Ralph...
Barbara Gracyalny
Mar 8, 2018
Barbara Colette Gracyalny (Nee Woida)Passed away peacefully on March 8th, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. Beloved mother of Kimberly, Kevin (Lynette), and Kelly (David). Cherished grandmother of Crystal (Bob), Daniel (Christi), and Ryan. Great-grandmother "GG" to Ethan, Kyler, and Damien. Loving sister of Tom, Greg, Phil, Kenny, Chris, Jackie, Janine, and Lorraine. She is now reunited in Heaven with...
Erla Lanke
Mar 8, 2018
Erla Mae Lanke (nee Weis)Age 85, reunited with her beloved Eddie on March 8, 2018. Loving mother of LuAnn (John Fauber) and treasured grandmother of Campbell, Harrison, and Remy. Dear sister of Walter, and sister-in-law of Phyllis, Richard, Beverly, Marion, Lowell, and Carol. Mother-in-law of Harry Stasik. Loved by many, many others. Preceded in death by her husband Edward of...
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