Obituaries

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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Gilbert Zuniga

Gilbert Zuniga

May 14, 2017

Passed away peacefully at home on May 14th at the age of 73 surrounded by his loving family.  Survived by his wife of 31 years, Joan, and his beloved children: Rachel (John) O' Brien,  Sheila (Devin) Lehmann, Natalie (Wayne) Zuniga, Gilbert N. (Jennifer) Zuniga, Joel (Ruby) Zuniga, and Stephan (Breanny) Zuniga.  Further survived by his brother Joe, sisters Noella and...

Phyllis Malkowski

Phyllis Malkowski

May 14, 2017

Passed away peacefully on May 14th at the age of 89.  Beloved mother of Janel (Alan) Ripley, Jack (Jean), and James (Nancy).  Beloved grandmother of Shelly (Randy), David (Melissa), Troy (Ariel), Steve (Jeanne), Scott (Cassi), Ryan, Jamie (Ben), Alana, and Angela.  Loving great-grandmother to Meagen, Devin, Kacey, Tesia, Sloane, Austin, Dylan, Carly, Maddyn, Raya, Beau, and Eleonora.  Further survived by...

Ronald Olson

Ronald Olson

May 13, 2017

Ronald J. Olson of Muskego found peace on May 13, 2017 at the age of 80 years old. Beloved husband of Karen J. Olson (Kuchler) for 34 years. Dear Father of Alan Olson (Nancy), Renee Olshefski, Lucy Currah (Pat). Loving Step-Father of Michelle Navarrette (Rob), Suzette Zimmerman (Roger) and Heather Brandt. Caring Grandpa of Andy, Erin, Nicole (Chad), Johnathan, Brian,...

Betty Worachek

Betty Worachek

May 12, 2017

Betty Jane Worachek (Nee Berg)Age 89.  Went home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 12, 2017.  Beloved wife of the late George for 60 years.  Dear mother of James (Susan) Worachek, Jo (Fred) Bagley and John Worcachek.  Grandmother of Jennifer (Abhishek) Yadav, Sarah (Joel) Blackburn, Mason and Nina.  Great-grandmother of Aarav Yadav.  Sister of Anna (Richard) Mergenthaler. ...

Anne Johnson

Anne Johnson

May 10, 2017

Anne D. JohnsonAge 78.  Found peace May 10, 2017.  Loving mother of Cindy Adams, Terry Adams, Nick (Sara) Adams, and Anthony Czarnecki.  Proud grandma of Julia (Joseph), Angela (Mark), Sophia, Tanner, Trevor, Michael, Andrew, Leah, and Justin.  Great-grandma of Joseph, Joshua, Luciana and Kensington.  Dear sister of Brenda, Betty, June, Sheila, Susan, and Robin.  Visitation at Hartson Funeral Home on...

Tracey Polzin

Tracey Polzin

May 9, 2017

Tracey Ann Polzin (Nee Helm) lost her courageous battle with cancer at home with her family on May 9th, 2017 at age 55.  Preceded in death by son Jesse D., mother JoAnn DeCleene, father Jack Helm and brother Steve Helm.  Survived by caring husband Jeff Polzin, who lovingly and tenderly cared for her until the Lord called her home.  Also...

Mark Kearn

Mark Kearn

May 9, 2017

Survived by his sons James and Kevin, their mom Karen, and his parents James and Barbara (nee Bulgrin.) Preceded in death by brothers Matthew and Christopher. Mark Kearn was a talented cook, skilled craftsman, and accomplished outdoorsman. He blessed both family and friends with his knowledge and abilities in each of these roles. In times of celebration he brought you...

Mary Smigelski

Mary Smigelski

May 9, 2017

Smigelski, Mary M.May 9th, 2017 Age 64.Preceded in death by her parents, Dr. Raymond J. Smigelski Sr. and Emily C. (nee Wisniewski).  Survived by her brother Raymond, relatives, and close friends.  Mary was a graduate of Mt. Mary University.  She was a physical therapist for many years.  Mary took special pride in taking care of her yard and feeding all...

Lester Jakubiak

Lester Jakubiak

May 8, 2017

Lester Joseph Jakubiak of Waukesha, age 78, died on May 8, 2017, after a determined battle with cancer. Preceded in death by two weeks by his wife Mary Patricia (O'Brien) of 53 years; parents Joseph and Anne (Hribar); and siblings Richard, Irene Orgaine and Virginia Nicora.  Survived by sons Michael (Hilary Becker) of Chicago and Joseph (Sarah) of Milwaukee; brothers...

Troy Lemanski

Troy Lemanski

May 7, 2017

Passed away unexpectedly on Sunday May 7th at the age of 48.  Survived by his mother Charmayne, brother Adam, grandmother Marcheta Kirchmeier, and uncle Cameron Kirchmeier.  Further survived by his three best friends Oden, Kitty, and Gunny.  He worked at Homer's, owned TAL-FAB, and most recently worked at Break & Equipment.  He's now working on that big truck in the...

Dennis Marschman

Dennis Marschman

May 5, 2017

Dennis Keith Marschman of Waukesha, WI and Mission, TX, passed away very peacefully on Friday, May 5, 2017 at the Renaissance Hospital in Mc Allen, Texas.  Dennis was still a "young man" at age 75, his birth date was July 9, 1941.  He experienced "Peace In The Valley" as the Lord walked him through the "The Valley of the Shadow...

Diane Mcfarlane

Diane Mcfarlane

May 5, 2017

Diane M. McFarlane  (nee Lovrek)  Age 61.  Found peace May 5, 2017.  Beloved mother of Brenda (Darin) Baldwin,  Lee (Christine) McFarlane, and Jessica McFarlane.  Blessed with grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Dear sister of Cindy (Jeff) Kramer, Sharon Lovrek, and the late Chuck Lovrek.  Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  Visitation at the funeral home on Wednesday, May 10th...

Kenneth Vincent

Kenneth Vincent

May 4, 2017

Vincent, Kenneth W. Born December 17, 1921 – Passed away May 4,2017 at the age of 95. Preceded by his beloved wife, Myrtle Isabel (Hauerwas) Vincent. Survived by son Rick (Judy) Vincent, daughter Jill (Kurt) Hoffmann, grandchildren Jami (Alan) Chestney, Maggie (Keegan) Miller, Abbie (Matthew) Morzy, great grandchildren, Jacob, Lindsey, Reese, Finn & Levi.  Ken was in the Army during...

Fred Bennett

Fred Bennett

May 4, 2017

Of Greendale, passed on to Eternal Life on May 4th, 2017 at the age of 89.  Son of Elmer and Magdalyn (Kojis) Bennett.  Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Weldy) for 68 years.  Loving father of Cynthia (Robert) Mueller, Christine Bennett, Jack (Debbie) Bennett, and the late Terrance Patrick.  Survived by 7 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.  Brother of James...

Mary Cramer

Mary Cramer

May 3, 2017

Mary Elizabeth "Polly" Welch Cramer passed away peacefully in the presence of her family on May 3, 2017.  Polly was born on November 6, 1919 to Helen Nash and Melville Hegler, and grew up in Chicago with her sister Sybil "Pete" Giordano.  She went to Beloit College where she met Arthur Welch, Jr., whom she married in 1942.  They had...

Marilyn Smith

Marilyn Smith

May 2, 2017

Marilyn S. Smith (Nee Block)  Died peacefully surrounded by her family on May 2, 2017 at the age of 81.  She was the beloved wife of the late Stanley W. Smith.  Dear daughter of Stanley and Florence Block.  She formerly resided in Oak Creek, WI and worked for many years at Ninos/Cork and Cleaver.  Beloved mother of Dan (Judy) Gitlewski,...

James Paulmier

James Paulmier

May 1, 2017

James M. Paulmier found peace on May 1st, 2017 at the age of 73.  Loving and devoted husband of 43 years to Maribeth.  Beloved father of Amy (Ryan), Daniel, Katie (Ryan) and Joseph (Heather).  Cherished grandfather of Ava, Madelyn, Lydia, Ella, Elliot, James, AJ and Bennett.  He was also loved by many relatives and caring loyal friends.  Jim will be...

Genevieve Morin

Genevieve Morin

May 1, 2017

Genevieve R. "Jenny" MorinAge 89.  At Rest May 1, 2017.  Loving wife of the late Charles.  Beloved mother of James (Laura), Robert (Linda), and Jean Morin.  Proud grandmother of Steven (Nicole), Jamie (Sara), Kristle, Marissa and great-grandmother of Joshua, Jacob, Brandon, Lukas, Kirstan, Kennedi, Landon.  In addition to her husband, Jenny was preceded in death by siblings and other family...

William Senft

William Senft

May 1, 2017

William "Bill" Senft  Age 84.  Found peace May 1, 2017.  Loving husband of Betty (nee Paro) for 50+ years.  Beloved father of Bill (the late Lynn) Senft and Bob Senft.  Proud grandpa of Brad Senft.  Great-grandpa of Aila Anderson.  Dear brother of Mary Koebler.  Further survived by other relatives and many good friends.  Bill proudly served our country in the...

Viola Rechlin

Viola Rechlin

May 1, 2017

Age 88, of Muskego, died peacefully on Monday May 1st.  Beloved wife of 68 years to Clifford.  Loving mother of Linda (Dennis) Lentz, Larry (Rosanne), and Laura (Ralph) Socolick.  Proud grandmother of Jeremy (Lisa), Jason (Amy), Rachel (Jason) Helmrick, Eric (Melissa), Neil (Jamie), Monica (Chris) Mecha, James (Jessica), Adam, Emily (Chris) Perry, and Alex; and a great-grandmother of 14.  A...

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