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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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Daniel Johnson
Jul 23, 2017
Daniel Edward JohnsonDaniel Edward Johnson, age 80, beloved husband of Deborah Cooper Harding, ended his long journey on Alzheimer's Road early in the morning of July 23,2017. Dan died, as he had lived, peacefully and gracefully in his Greendale, WI home. He was surrounded that day by family, grandchildren, and close friends.Dan was born on November 1, 1936 to Mathias...
Vincent Testroet
Jul 23, 2017
Age 82. Born into eternal life July 23, 2017. Preceded in death by his wife, Alice and son, Gerald Niemi. Loving father-in-law of Jo Ann Niemi. Dear brother of Janice Smith. Beloved grandpa of Jerry Niemi, Gina (Kevin) Wargin, and the late Cathy Jo Gaar. Blessed with four great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and...
Alan French
Jul 23, 2017
Age 89. Died July 23, 2017. Preceded in death by his wife, Violet and son, Jay French. Father of Sheri (Scott) Aiosa, and father-in-law of Deborah French. Grandfather of Andrew (Taylor), Evan (Jessica), and Eli Kinn; Margaret, Alex French, and Colin Leedale. Private Services.
Lyle Steele
Jul 22, 2017
Lyle R. SteeleAge 92. Found peace July 22, 2017. Fun-loving father of Pamela (Jeff) Strook, and Lyle and Mark Steele. Proud grandfather of 4 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild. Long-time loving companion of Marie Kinyon. Visitation Saturday, August 5th, 1 PM to 3 PM, at the funeral home. Service at 3 PM.
Edward Trucksa
Jul 21, 2017
Edward M. "Eddie" TrucksaAge 87, met his Heavenly Father on July 21st, 2017 and joined his loving wife, Jane Lee Trucksa of 57 years. He is survived by his son Edward J. (Shelly), daughter Lisa Anne, and four grandchildren. Burial was at Southern Wisconsin Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Union Grove, Wisconsin.
Marlene Brugger
Jul 17, 2017
Marlene A. BruggerAge 76, passed away, Monday, July 17, 2017. Wife of the late Michael Brugger, and a long-time resident of Greendale. She will be dearly missed by her daughter Lisa (Neal) and son Daniel. She is further survived by her sister Karen Champeau and sister-in-law Valerie (Dean) Ferber as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends....
Jeanette Michals
Jul 12, 2017
Passed away on July 12th at 78 years old and is now resting peacefully. Lifelong resident of Wind Lake and beloved wife of 58 years to Jim. Cherished mother of Jimmy (Renee), Chris (Mike) Lovrek, Don (Linda), Dawn (John) Sweeney, and Paul. Extremely loving grandmother of Josh (Julie), Angela (Ben) St. Louis, Kristen (Joe) Addis, Jackie (Matt) Weis, Michael, Alyssa...
Mona Boucha
Jul 9, 2017
Mona D. Boucha (nee Neumann) Age 88, of New Berlin, passed away Sunday, July 9th, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Edgar R. Boucha. Loving mother of Cheri (the late Edward Jr.) Barborich. Fond aunt of Pennee (James) Irwin of Ft. Lauderdale, FL and James (Debra) Parks of Birmingham, AL. Preceded in death by her parents Walter and Bernice Neumann,...
Gregory Campbell
Jul 9, 2017
Gregory D. Campbell, 54 Known to most as GregGreg passed away unexpectedly while at his home in Waukesha, WI on the 9th of July, 2017. Greg was a loving father, son, brother, cousin, uncle, and friend. Greg was always there for anyone who might need his help. He helped so many while he volunteered at the Waukesha Alano Club. That...
Charles Nikolaus
Jul 9, 2017
Beloved husband and best friend to Idella (nee Erickson) for 59 years. Survived by his children: Lawrence (Katherine), Barbara (Robert) Dresdow, Ann (Phillip) Gray, Laura (Dennis) O'Bryan, Paul (Stacie), Carol (Donnie) Goeldner, Patricia (Timothy) Hofmann, and Eric (Kristine). Grandfather to 19 grandchildren: Joel, Lauren, Kevin, Annie Nikolaus; Katie (Nathan) Dresdow Baughmen, Laura (Christopher) Dresdow Driggers, Brian (Anna) Dresdow, Todd (Sarah...
Robert Couchman
Jul 9, 2017
Robert Couchman Jr died Sunday, July 9th 2017 at Luther Manor in Wauwatosa, WI. Born June 11, 1923 to Robert and Edna (nee Hardaway) Couchman, married December 5, 1943 in Morgan Hill California to Winifred (nee Harkness), and graduated with a degree in engineering from Cal Poly after serving two stints in the Navy in WWII and the Korean Conflict....
Margaret Ristow
Jul 8, 2017
Margaret "Marge" G. RistowAge 100. Passed away July 8, 2017. Married to Harvey Ristow for 54 years. He passed away in November of 1990. Survived by daughter Sandy (Howard) Wiegert and son Bruce (Barb) Ristow all of Hales Corners; her grandchildren, Brian Wiegert of Franklin, WI, Shelley (Mike) Massman of Waterford, WI, Catherine (Kelly) and Jacob Horigan of Burlington, KY,...
John Kujawa
Jul 4, 2017
John E. KujawaPassed away peacefully on July 4, 2017 at the age of 87. He was preceded in death by his wife Patricia in 2014. He leaves six children: John (Donna), Kathryn (Rick) Wendorf, Camille (Don) Reid, Sharon Stensland, Joseph Kujawa, and James (Amber). In addition there are 16 grandchildren and a growing number of great-grandchildren. Further survived by other...
Edward Warzonek
Jul 2, 2017
Edward WarzonekAge 76. Called home to heaven July 2, 2017. Loving husband of Elaine for 51 years. Wonderful dad of Elaine (Jeff) Majinski and Edward (Jenny) Warzonek. Proud grandpa of Cassie, Ryan, Gabby, Chloe, Tori, Cali, and Edward. Dear brother of Judy (Ben) Rucka. Brother-in-law of Marlene Heckel. Further survived by his niece Marlena, other nieces and nephews, relatives and...
Paul Croke
Jul 1, 2017
Paul Joseph CrokeAge 73. Died July 1, 2017. Preceded in death by his parents Charles and Margaret Croke. Survived by sister Mary, and brothers Robert, Thomas, Patrick, and Richard. Visitation Wednesday, July 12th, 9 AM to 10:45 AM, St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, 7963 S. 116th St., Franklin. Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Private interment.
John Rietzke
Jun 30, 2017
Passed away at home on June 30th at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Barbara for 54 years. Cherished father of Lynnette Rietzke, Lisa Rietzke, and Lori (Jeremy) Griesbach. Loving grandfather to Bryant, Sydney, Lindsay, Grant, and Grace. Further survived by his sister Nancy (Ev) Wood and sister-in-law Nancy (Don) Skaja, nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. Owner...
Catherine Goran
Jun 29, 2017
Catherine Mary GoranWelcomed home into the arms of Jesus on June 29, 2017 at the age of 50. Most precious daughter of the late Donald S. and Marianne (Nee Clark) Goran. Beautiful and cherished sister of Lisa (Paul) Liban, Donna (Dave) Komassa and Gary (Elizabeth) Goran. Kind-hearted aunt of Katelyn, Parker, Derrick, Jessica and Joshua. Also, lovingly survived by cousins...
Mara Berkans
Jun 28, 2017
(nee Grintals) Passed away peacefully on June 28th at the age of 83. Mara was born on February 28, 1934 and grew up in Riga, Latvia. She came to Wisconsin in 1956. Preceded in death by her husband Janis Berkans and brother Ivars. Survived by her sister Vija, sister-in-laws, nephews, nieces, and friends. A memorial service will be held on...
Delbert Gruen
Jun 28, 2017
Delbert William GruenAge 93, passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2017, on the same date as his & beloved wife Eileen's 70th Wedding Anniversary. In addition to wife Eileen, survivors include his loving daughter & son-in-law, Linda & John Eggert; and son, Dale Gruen. Del will be greatly missed by, and he always enjoyed talking with, his three grandchildren, their...
Margaret Thurnbauer
Jun 27, 2017
Margaret Thurnbauer (nee DaSkare) found eternal peace on June 27th, 2017, at the age of 87. Margaret was a devoted mother to her two children, Martin Jr. (Jacqueline) Thurnbauer and Marcia (Tom) Buhler. Margaret retired after working many years for the American Heart Association, and also had been a real estate broker and developer prior to her second career at...
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