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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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Diann Stasik
Mar 7, 2017
DiAnn L. Stasik was welcomed into heaven March 7, 2017. Age 51. Loving daughter of Erla and the late Edward Lanke. Loving sister of LuAnn Lanke, husband Harry Stasik and beloved son Harrison Stasik. Also survived by nieces, nephews and other friends and relatives. Visitation Thursday, March 16, 10AM-12PM at the St. Alphonsus Catholic Parish, 6000 W. Loomis Rd, Greendale. ...
Shirley Sobotik
Mar 7, 2017
Sobotik, Shirley May (nee Fischer) Age 89. Went home to Heaven on March 7, 2017. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, David Sobotik, her precious daughter, Barbara Allen and son-in-law Dave Allen. Loving mother of David (Karen) Sobotik, Sharon Sobotik, Joanne (Doug) Rehard, and Gary (Karen) Sobotik. Proud grandma of Shelly, David (Theresa), Michael (Nicole), Kyle (Courtney), Laura (Mike),...
Ricky Barnhardt
Mar 2, 2017
Left us too soon on March 2nd, 2017 at the age of 60. Loving life partner of 20 years to Gail Benke. Cherished brother of Terry, Dennis (Nancy), Steven (Candice), Michael, Patrice (Richard) Frank, David (Tammy), Daniel (Gayle), and Brian (Michelle). Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Special friend of Emma, Gary, and Carol. Preceded in death by his...
Tanya Sevener
Mar 1, 2017
Passed away on March 1st, 2017 at the age of 58. Beloved mother of Benjamin. Cherished sister of Serena (Gary) Byerly, Mark Sevener, and Matt (Melissa) Sevener. Further survived by her aunt Linda Rockefellar and many nieces and nephews. Born on February 11th, 1959, she was a Milwaukee resident for most of her life, and graduated from John Marshall high...
Virginia Last
Feb 28, 2017
Virginia B. "Ginny" LastGinny found peace on February 28, 2017 when she went home to Jesus and to be with the love of her life, her husband George, and her beloved mother Muriel. Dear mother of George Jr. (known as "Chuck" (Donna) Last, Pamela (David) Cureton, and Gary Last. Beloved sister of Norman (Lois) Caudill and Wendy Bridges. Preceded in...
Joseph Fleischman
Feb 27, 2017
Fleischman, Joseph L. "Buzz" Age 88. At peace February 27, 2017. Preceded in death by his beloved wife Audrey (nee Boettcher) Fleischman. Loving father of Richard (Kellie) Fleischman. Proud grandpa of Melissa Fleischman and Joshua (Randi) Fleischman. Great-grandpa of Mason, Taylor, and Makayla. Dear brother of William (Barbara) Fleischman, Aileen Pfeiffer, the late Lois (Eddie) Miklavcic, the late Monica Frey,...
Ruth Kurth
Feb 26, 2017
Ruth B. KurthAge 93, passed away on February 26, 2017. She was a long-time resident of Muskego, but had been residing at Brenwood Park Assisted Living in Franklin, WI for the past year. Ruth was born March 1, 1923 in Milwaukee, WI. Ruth graduated from Bay View High School in 1940. She then worked as a keypunch operator for the...
Dorothy Thierfelder
Feb 25, 2017
Dorothy June Thierfelder (nee Bauer) Dorothy passed away peacefully, Saturday, February 25, 2017 at the age of 91. She was born in Milwaukee on June 8th 1925 to the late Charles and Fredericka Bauer. She married her sweetheart of 78 years, Kenneth A. Thierfelder, on June 25th, 1945 in Houston, Texas while Ken was serving in the United Army Air...
Harriet Hartel
Feb 25, 2017
Hartel, Harriet M. (nee Weldy) Went home to her Lord and Savior on February 25, 2017 at age 87. She is survived by her sons David (Georgeann) and James, and her granddaughter Jaime Hartel (Brian) Johnson. She was preceded in death by her beloved son John Christopher Hartel, and her first granddaughter, Hannah Gabrielle. Harriet is also survived by her...
Elmer Helm
Feb 24, 2017
Elmer F. Helm, Jr.Age 91, was reunited with his wife Evelyn and son Dennis February 24, 2017. Survived by his children Deborah (the late Jerrold) Reish, Rod (Sandi), and Darcey (Randy) Reinders, 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, sisters, brothers, and many other family members. Visitation Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 5 to 7 PM, at the funeral home. Service at 7 PM. ...
Sandra Swiatczak
Feb 24, 2017
Sandra J (Nee Turek) Swiatczak passed away peacefully at her home in Oconomowoc at the age of 68 on February 24, 2017 after a long battle with breast cancer. Sandi is survived by her loving husband James Swiatczak, daughter Keri (Tim) Dabroski, stepdaughter Amy Lynn (Jesse) Ruegsegger, stepson Steven (Jennifer) Swiatczak, sister Sherry (Guy) Lentz, grandchildren Jeanette, Eddie and Dahlia,...
Anton Lesh
Feb 24, 2017
Lesh, Anton "Tony" of Milwaukee started his Heavenly journey unexpectedly on February 24th, 2017 at the age of 58, surrounded by his loving family. Tony is survived by his loving wife Julie (nee Barthel) Lesh. Dear brother of Stephen (Lisa), Millie, and Donald. Beloved stepfather of Ashley (Paul). Dear father of Anton Jr. "Tony", Miranda (James), and Rickie. Loving papa...
Richard Halamka
Feb 20, 2017
Richard "Richie" C. HalamkaAge 78. Of Milwaukee, died unexpectedly February 20th, 2017. Survived by sisters Shirley Szopinski and Arlene Schneider, son Richard Jr., and other family and friends. Richie was preceded in death by his brother James Halamka. Special thank you to David Torres and other friends who have helped Richie throughout the years. Per Richie's wishes, there will be...
Thomas Banker
Feb 20, 2017
Passed away on peacefully on February 20th, 2017 at the age of 78, surrounded by his loving family. Now reunited with his loving wife Mary Jo. Beloved father of Deborah (Jeffrey) Wittrock and Nicholas Banker. Loving grandfather of Anna Wittrock. Cherished brother of Vincent (Patricia) Banker. Further survived by other relatives and friends. A visitation will be held on Friday...
Leslie Krecklow
Feb 18, 2017
Leslie Ann Krecklow (Nee Moon), 62, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 18th, 2017. Survived by her 3 children, Daniel (Megan), Jacquelyn (Ryan), Karly (Joseph), and 6 grandchildren (and expecting her newest grandson late March 2017). Further survived by her companion Michael O'Connell, her mother, Darlyn Kohne, sister Tracey (Mike) Hansow, brothers Joseph and Christopher (Kristine) Moon, her niece, nephew,...
Carol Hackenbruch
Feb 17, 2017
Hackenbruch, Carol B. Age 89. At peace February 17, 2017. Preceded in death by her loving sister, Jacklyn Laschen. Beloved aunt of Julia (Steven) Karides and Jennifer Laschen. Carol enjoyed a long career at the Milwaukee Central Library making many life long friends. She especially loved animals and the theater, for this she shall be fondly remembered. Private services.
Dolores Enslen
Feb 17, 2017
(nee Payne) was called to Heaven on February 17th, 2017 shortly after her 93rd birthday. Survived by her daughter Carol (Sid) VanderVeen, and many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Now reunited with her husband George and sons Terry and Tom. A visitation will be held on Tuesday February 21st at Christ Lutheran Church at S89 W22970 Maple Ave. Big Bend 53103...
Norma Clemente
Feb 15, 2017
Norma C. Clemente (Mama Norma) Norma Crisologo Clemente, 87, of Oak Creek, WI, passed away on Wednesday, February 15th, 2017. Born June 1st, 1929 in Manila, Philippines, she was the daughter of the late Manuel Crisologo and Trinidad Torres; loving wife of the late Francisco R. Clemente and mother to the late Cecilia. She is survived by her children, Dorothy...
Carole Mertes
Feb 12, 2017
Carole Joan "CJ" Mertes (Nee Dieringer) from Grafton, WI, was accepted into the arms of her loving Savior after a long and courageous battle with cancer on February 12, 2017 at the age of 59. Close family and friends were by her side as she transitioned into eternal life. She is the beloved wife of Dave and loving mother of...
Maria Olender
Feb 11, 2017
Maria L. OlenderAge 88. Started on her heavenly journey February 11th, 2017. Loving wife of the late John W. Olender. Cherished mother of Irene (Robert) Milinski, Stanley (Linda Dahle), and Eddie (Anna) Olender. Beloved grandma of Joey, Denise, Lisa, Stacie (Frank), Tricia, Angela, Nicole, Eric (Jamie), Stefanie (Timothy), and Johnny. Great-grandma to Ashlee, Arianna, and Alivia, Alina, Rhyan, Ella, and...
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