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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Debra Riendeau
Jan 30, 2015
Debra J. Riendeau, 51, fell asleep in death on Thursday, January 29th, 2015. Debra was born September 22, 1963, in Milwaukee, WI to Stephen and Elizabeth Riendeau. The family moved to Caledonia, WI early in her life and that is where she grew up, for her parents still reside there. Debra is survived by her daughter, Amber Frankiewicz; her siblings,...
Karen Stabelfeldt
Jan 29, 2015
Karen Jill Stabelfeldt (Younger) passed away peacefully on January 29, 2015. Beloved wife of Kimm, loving mother of Danika (Lee) Rzentkowski, Brett (Ellen Lukaszewicz), and Derek (Shealeen Kennedy); proud grandmother of Joseph, William, Henry, James, Stella, Maia, and Luke. Karen was a talented musician, playing the organ at Good Shepherd Trinity Church and conducting the bell choir at Community United...
David Raddatz
Jan 27, 2015
Age 84. Born December 5, 1930 to Gerhard and Helen Raddatz. Found peace on January 27, 2015. Loving husband of Barbara (nee Krueger) for 58 years. Beloved father of Brian (Christine), Eileen Fiedler (Mark), Paul (Jackie), and Sharon Frey (Jonathan). Loving grandfather of 5 grandchildren. Preceded in death by brother Roger, and survived by his brother Lee Raddatz. David was...
Raymond Krechel
Jan 25, 2015
Ray J. Krechel, age 87. Died peacefully Jan. 25, 2015. Husband of the late Audrey (nee Bouchard). Father of the late John (Debbie) Krechel, Jean (the late Tom) Maser, and Judy (John) Martschinke; grandfather of 9 grandchildren. Private services will be held at a later date.
Anita Telford
Jan 25, 2015
(nee Moessner) Born to Eternal Life on January 25, 2015, age 94 years. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Harry. Dear mother of Karen (Jeff) Polzin, Cindy Telford (Tom), and Greg Telford. Proud grandmother of 6 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Also lovingly remembered by other relatives and friends. Special thanks to the staff of the Lutheran Home for their...
Leroy Shadd
Jan 24, 2015
Shadd, LeRoy F. Age 90. Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on January 24, 2015. Loving father of Elizabeth (Alfred) Hovey, David Shadd, Randall Shadd, Christopher (Naoko) Shadd, Victoria (Dale) Schumann, Mary Rose (Dave) Sizemore, Farfalena Rahn and Martin (Lynda) Shadd. Preceded in death by his wife Grace (nee Coffaro) of 61 years. Special friend of the late Marilynn Kipp....
Velma Wessels
Jan 24, 2015
Velma Louise Wessels (née Getz) born Aug. 23, 1925, in Tremont, IL. Died Jan. 24, 2015 at age 89. Daughter of Walter and Louise Getz (Perdelwitz). Sister to Edith (Pflederer), Norma (Roberts) and Marilyn (Burns). Loving wife of Russell Wessels for 61 years. Dear mother of Richard, Robert, Bradley and Carol. Cherished grandma of Wendy, Brady, Reid, Drew and Ken....
Chaplain Barbara Jo Sorensen, Phd, Certified
Jan 23, 2015
Barbara Jo Sorensen (nee Greivell), PhD, Certified Chaplain. Age 70. Born into Eternal Life, Friday, Jan. 23, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Richard; loving step-mother of Anna Lisa Sorensen (Larry Gallagher); daughter of the late Robert and Lorraine Greivell; sister of Robert, the late Leo, Gary (Lee), Mark (Fran), the late Peter and Jane (Michael) Scott; further survived by ...
Irmgard Dill
Jan 23, 2015
Irmgard M. Dill (nee Lahmann), age 89. Born March 10, 1925 in Kassel, Germany. Preceded in death by her husband Clifford R. Dill. Survived by her son Rudi W. (Louise F.) Dill. Services are private.
Joseph Lesnik
Jan 22, 2015
Lesnik, Joseph, 91, born to eternal life Jan. 22, 2015. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Vivian. Survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation 9-10:45 A.M. Tuesday, Jan. 27. at St. Luke's Catholic Church, 18000 W. Greenfield Ave., Brookfield. Funeral Mass 11 A.M. Interment Wisconsin Memorial Park. Special thanks to Seasons Hospice and the staff of Linden Grove.
Joann Duckert
Jan 21, 2015
JoAnn Duckert, 71, of Theresa, passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at Zilber Hospice in Wauwatosa. JoAnn was born in Milwaukee on September 6, 1943 to George and Bernice (nee Nick) Franklin. In her younger years, she worked as a carhop and enjoyed her chosen profession as a printing pressman. She was a charter member of a Milwaukee motorcycle club...
Janet Macdonald
Jan 20, 2015
Janet A. "Jan" MacDonald, age 76. Born May 21, 1938. Found peace Jan. 20, 2015. Loving mother of Doug (Janet) MacDonald, and Bill (Nancy) MacDonald. Proud grandmother of Samantha and James. Cherished sister of Barbara (Bruce) Utto and Alan (Margo) Knops. Beloved sister-in-law of Mary Jo (John) Ward. Further survived by her dear friend, Lou Petri, nieces, nephews, and many...
Robert Talatzko
Jan 18, 2015
Talatzko, Robert J. II "Bob" Age 59. At peace January 18, 2015. Loving husband of Katherine (nee Penning) for 36 years. Proud father of Robert III (Tracy)and Joseph (Shannon). Loving grandpa of Kain and Theodore. Dear son of Dorothy Talatzko. Brother of Connie Abel, Bev (Craig) Grajeda and Laurie Talatzko. Brother-in-law of Ron (Arlene) Penning, Dennis (Pat) Penning, Mary (Paul)...
Marianne Goran
Jan 18, 2015
Goran, Marianne C. (nee Clark), 81, born to eternal life January 18, 2015. Loving mother of Gary (Elizabeth), Donna (Dave) Komassa, Lisa (Paul) Liban, and Catherine Goran, proud grandmother of five, and dear sister of June Ericsen. Preceded in death by loving husband, Donald and son, David. Visitation at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 3722 S. 58th St., Milwaukee,...
Laura Nelson
Jan 17, 2015
Laura L. Nelson, a daughter of the King, went to be with her heavenly Father on Saturday, January 17, 2015. Beloved by her three blessings named Hunter, Makayla, and Jaden Nelson. A precious gift of love to her mother Jean Bonner; sisters Leanne Torres and Annette Radant. Nieces; Stephanie Torres, Alexandria Radant ad Alyssa Radant. Nephews; Nicholas Bonner and Javier...
Juan Alvarez
Jan 16, 2015
Alvarez, Juan V., 67, born to eternal life January 16, 2015. Loving husband of Pamela (nee Meyer), dear father of Juan G. (Tracy), Camila F. Leffel, Elsa (Joe) Nolan, Julia, and Emiliano, proud grandfather of five, beloved brother of three brothers and three sisters, and further survived by extended family and friends. Former commander of the GI Forum. Visitation at...
Robert Douglas
Jan 14, 2015
Passed away peacefully on January 14, 2015 at the age of 47. Loving father of Adam and Marcus. Beloved son of Chris (Ron) Reams and Gary (Rose) Douglas. Caring brother of Ann, Jim (Tracy), and Jason (Chloe). Robert will be greatly missed by many other relatives and friends. A celebration of Robert's life will take place on Saturday, January 31,...
Geraldine Schiller
Jan 14, 2015
On the evening of January 14th, 2015, surrounded by her loving family... God called home his angel on earth, Geraldine Ann Schiller, to return with Him to the kingdom of heaven to receive her wings. She leaves behind lessons of unconditional love, strength & wisdom. She was a devoted, dedicated mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and a best friend to all...
Richard Mills
Jan 13, 2015
Age 63. Went home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 13, 2015. He will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 26 years, Louise "Lue". Proud Dad of Kelly (Greg) LaPlant, Becky (Derek) Brylow, and Tracy Jolitz. Adored Poppy of Annabelle and Josephine, Grandfather of Christopher, Courtney, and McKenna. He is also survived by his brother...
Frank Kopacz
Jan 11, 2015
Frank L. Kopacz, Born Jan. 16, 1915. Died Jan. 11, 2015 at age 99. Devoted husband of the late Florence (nee Siwakowski). Survived by loving sister Irene Moulton, nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will be held Friday, Jan. 16, 2015 from 11 AM to 12 Noon at the funeral home. Service to follow.
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