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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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Bruce Behling

Bruce Behling

Jun 21, 2017

Age 63, passed away on June 21, 2017. A beloved father and family man, gifted business executive, and outdoorsman, he was known for his generosity. Bruce was a bold and passionate leader with deep love for family and friends. When healthy, Bruce was legendarily fun to be around. He would want family and friends to know of his faith in...

Christopher Larson

Christopher Larson

Jun 19, 2017

Passed away unexpectedly on June 19th at 33 years old. Beloved son of Dick and Bonnie Larson. Cherished brother of Danielle (Evan) Knippel. Dear uncle to Owen and Emmitt. Loving grandson of Lillian Larson. Further survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, and other relatives and friends. A visitation will be held on Friday June 23rd at Hartson Funeral Home, 11111 W....

Geraldine Sweeney

Geraldine Sweeney

Jun 19, 2017

Of Hales Corners, passed away peacefully in her home after battling cancer on Monday June 19th at age 86 surrounded by her loving family. Survived by her children Roy, Jr. (Sue), Patrick, Sr. (Sue), David, Sr. (Marion), Mary Ann (Gary) Malecki, Dan and Paul; grandchildren Carolyn, Robert, John (J.J.), Patrick, Michelle, Paul, Jr., Jeff, Corine, David, Jr., Michael, Daniel, Jr.,...

Karen Helm

Karen Helm

Jun 18, 2017

Karen L. Helm Age 67. Called home to Heaven on June 18, 2017. Beloved daughter of the late Harvey and Arline Helm. Loving sister of Wayne (Kathy) Helm, Gary (Debbie) Helm, Patty (Chuck) Thompson, and Jeff (Karyn) Helm. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Special thanks to all her friends at Goodwill and Jesus Cares Ministry, along...

Mary Mikaelian

Mary Mikaelian

Jun 17, 2017

Mary Ann Mikaelian, 82, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2017 at The Villa at Lincoln Village after a short battle with cancer. Mary was born in Racine, WI on March 3rd, 1935. She was employed for over 20 years at Shopko, retiring in the year 2000. She enjoyed gardening and planted beautiful flowers every spring. Mary was the happiest...

Kathleen Gustafson

Kathleen Gustafson

Jun 17, 2017

Kathleen Gustafson Age 69. Born into eternal life June 17, 2017. Loving sister of David, Bill (Debbie), Robert (Kim) Gustafson, and Donna (Mike) Rivett. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Alice Gustafson. After attending a school for the visually handicapped in Janesville, WI., she worked for the...

June Nelson

June Nelson

Jun 17, 2017

June Audrey Nelson (nee Wiedenhoeft) Of Franklin. Was taken into the hands of the Lord on Saturday, June 17, 2017 at the age of 80 years old. Beloved wife of the late Dale Nelson. Dear mother of Debra Poulos (John D.) and the late Jeffrey (Lynn). Proud grandma of Angela Luna (Antonio), John N. Poulos (Ashley) Paityn, Reynna, Jarred and...

Rita Klosiewski

Rita Klosiewski

Jun 17, 2017

(Nee Otzelberger)Born to Eternal Life June 17th at the age of 87. Beloved wife of Stanley for 61 years. Loving mother of Stanley, Jr. (Lori), David (Patricia), Thomas (Bonnie), Carolyn (Dave) Stein, Anne (Russell) Leidel, and the late infant Mary Theresa. Proud grandmother of Adam, Zachary, Nicholas, Amy (Micah), Matthew, Luke (Alison), Leah, Alyssa, Megan, Landon, Cody, Joseph, Jacob, and...

Kevin Dennik

Kevin Dennik

Jun 12, 2017

Kevin G. Dennik Age 59. At peace June 12, 2017. Survived by his sister, Nancy Kalmerton. No services being held.

Thomas Harney

Thomas Harney

Jun 10, 2017

Thomas James "Russell" Harney, age 70 passed away June 10, 2017, after a long illness. He was born April 8, 1947 to Thomas H and Rose C Harney. He spent most of his life in the Milwaukee area. He spent all the time he could fishing on various Wisconsin lakes, particularly Lake Michigan. He is preceded in death by his...

Thomas Twelmeyer

Thomas Twelmeyer

Jun 10, 2017

Twelmeyer, Thomas Henry, born March 8, 1959, died peacefully June 10, 2017 from complications of Multiple Sclerosis. Preceded in death by his beloved parents Henry F and Mary Jane Twelmeyer. Tommy was seventh of 8 siblings: Mary Jane Koerner (late John); Robert F Twelmeyer (best friend Cheryl Bowen); James H Twelmeyer (Linda); Judith Peterson (Bob Linder); Betty Marks (Ron); Susan...

Lee Murrenus

Lee Murrenus

Jun 9, 2017

Age 74. Found peace June 9, 2017. Beloved husband of Lucy for 56 years. Dear father of Joseph (Dennis) Murrenus-Mehaloulous, Sarah (Gary) Romano, and Ray (Toni) Murrenus. Proud grandfather of Nikolas (Ashley) Romano, Angelica, Jessica, and Cody Murrenus, and Christopher Pipkorn. Great-grandfather to Tabitha Romano and Mason Murrenus. Visitation Wed., June 14th, 5 PM to 6 PM, Trinity Episcopal Church,...

Robert Trucks

Robert Trucks

Jun 9, 2017

Robert G. Trucks Age 60. Passed away unexpectedly June 9, 2017. Beloved brother of Richard (Sheri) Trucks and Karen (Stephen) Karl. Dear uncle of Shannon (Frank) Theim, Jennifer Trucks and Nicholas Trucks. Preceded in death by his parents, Walter & Shirley Trucks. Per Robert's wishes, no services planned.

Marie Kujawa

Marie Kujawa

Jun 7, 2017

Marie Kujawa (Nee Brandstetter)Age 82. Called home to heaven June 7th, 2017. Preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Kujawa. Cherished mother of Joseph (the late Debra Usinger), Christopher (Lisa), Nancy Bartels, Steven, Theresa (Bob) Monte, Deborah (Rick) Schweigert, Michael (Jamie), and Patricia Kujawa (Lenny Shilts). Proud grandmother of Bryan, Jacob, Sarah, Ilija (Chasidy), Joseph (Heather), Jonathan, Caitlin, Angela, Brad,...

Frank Colletti

Frank Colletti

Jun 6, 2017

Frank "Cookie" CollettiFound peace on Tuesday, June 6th, 2017 at the age of 74. Loving husband of Maureen (Nee Geiszler) for 53 years. Preceded in death by his daughter Kim. Loving father of Krista (fiancé Tracy). Grandpa to Samantha, Ryan, and Katalin Bohlman. Great-grandpa to Dominick, Abbagail and Xzander. Brother of Peter (Carol), brother-in-law of Sharon (Richard) Rosenmerkel. Further survived...

Sandra Brower

Sandra Brower

Jun 5, 2017

Passed away unexpectedly on June 5th at the age of 74. Beloved mother of Keith "Punky", Kallie (Jim) Pipkorn, Dennis, and Debra (Ann Myatt). Cherished grandmother of Derek (Jillian) Pipkorn. Further survived by her brothers Dick (Teri) and Jim, nieces and nephews, and other relatives and many friends. Special mention to Mary Malecki. She is now reunited in Eternal Life...

Theresa Heiden

Theresa Heiden

Jun 4, 2017

Passed away peacefully on June 4th at 60 years old after battling cancer. Significant other of 20 years to Dennis McDonald. Beloved mother of Heidi (Brian) Egner. Cherished sister of Mary (Rick) Holladay, Tim (Peggy) Heiden, and the late Judith Heiden. Further survived by other relatives and friends. A visitation will be held on Monday June 12th at Hartson Funeral...

Lori Abernathy

Lori Abernathy

Jun 4, 2017

Lori E. Abernathy (nee Putnam) Age 59. Of Caledonia. At peace June 4, 2017. Loving wife of Larry for 26 years. Dear daughter of Mary and the late Russell Putnam. Beloved sister of Tom (Sandy) Putnam, Glenn (Christine) Putnam, the late Beth Yllas, and the late Christopher Putnam. Loving step-mother of Shawn (Heidi) Abernathy. Proud grandma of Brenden and Madilyn....

Otto Pettersen

Otto Pettersen

Jun 3, 2017

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at age 87, with his loving son John by his side. Born February 2, 1930 in Milwaukee, WI, Otto is preceded in death by his beautiful wife Gloria Mae (nee Saraga), as well as his mother and father, Rose and Otto, sisters Evelyn, Lorraine, June, and Margaret, and brother Frank. Loving father...

Berta Poberezny

Berta Poberezny

May 31, 2017

After a short battle with cancer, Berta "Betty" Poberezny (nee Denk) surrounded by her family, passed away at home on Wednesday, May 31, 2017.Betty was born in Munich, Germany and shortly after immigrating to Sheboygan, Wisconsin, she became a proud patriotic citizen of the United States of America. Betty worked hard in her new country starting as a store clerk...

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