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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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Elizabeth Buerger

Elizabeth Buerger

Dec 3, 2013

Elizabeth J. 'Betty' Buerger (nee Borgenzahn) At age 75, reunited on December 3, 2013, with "Hon", Ronald R. Buerger, nearly four years to the day since their last hand hold of 53 years in Cudahy. Strong-willed Mom to sons Scott (Danielle) of Oak Creek, Ronald (the late Joan) of Waukesha, Michael (Julie Matt) of Mukwonago, and daughter Lisa Downey. Proud...

John Karner

John Karner

Dec 2, 2013

Passed away Dec. 2, 2013 age 85. Loving husband of Dolores (nee Perez) for 60 years. Dear father of Lynn, Loren (Patricia), John (Debbie), Steve, and Karen (Bob) Bauer. Cherished grandpa of John (Sarah), Paul, Luke, Sarah, James, Michael, Matthew (Kristi), Natalie, Evan, and Eric. John proudly served in the Army 11th Airborne as a parachutist and gliderist. Thank you...

Donovan Bro

Donovan Bro

Dec 2, 2013

Donovan A. Bro went peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, December 2, 2013 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Ruth (nee Gruenwald). Loving father of John (Kim), Andrew (Lisa) and Peter. Devoted grandfather of Tyler, Carly, Judson, Natalie and Ian. Dear brother of Karen Stegeman and brother-in-law of Charlotte Cathey. Further survived by nieces, nephews and many good...

David Benson

David Benson

Dec 2, 2013

Benson, David L. Age 50. Died at home on December 2nd, 2013. Cherished son of Delores Benson. Dear brother of Laura (Ben) Robeck, the late William J. (Kim), Robert J. (Kim) II, Cindie (Gary) Berg and Daniel C. Blessed with special nieces and nephews. Further survived by other relatives and friends. David was preceded in death by his father, Robert,...

Kenneth Liebel

Kenneth Liebel

Dec 1, 2013

Liebel, Kenneth J., 70, born to eternal life December 1, 2013. Loving husband of 47 years of Sandra (nee Dobrowski), dear father of Joel, and further survived by extended family and friends. Visitation 11 A.M.- 1 P.M., Saturday, December 7, 2013. Funeral service at 1 P.M. followed by military honors.

Joseph Perelli

Joseph Perelli

Dec 1, 2013

Dec. 1, 2013 , at the age of 83, "Papa' decided it was time to join his lovely bride of 51 years after a long struggle with Alzheimer's. He was one of the strongest people we knew and he will be forever missed. Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Kathleen and son Thomas. Loving father of Christine (Andrew) Murphy,...

John Roche

John Roche

Nov 28, 2013

John Thomas 'Tommy' Roche, Age 72. Born To Eternal Life on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28, 2013. Loving husband and friend of Sharon for nearly 50 years; caring father of Wendy Roche and grandfather of Jordan Roche; brother to (the late) Kathy Mutter, Sharon (Bob) Schmidt, (the late) Martha Dague, and James (Rachel) Roche; further survived by many other relatives and...

Vera Repa

Vera Repa

Nov 28, 2013

Repa, Vera L. (nee Uldrian) Having celebrated 92 years of a wonderful life, Vera Laura (Uldrian) Repa found peace on November 28, 2013. Preceded in passing by her loving husband Frank, she is survived by daughters Sally K. (David L.) Hanson, and Barbara Kate Repa (Thomas Reynolds), and son John J. Repa. Private services. Memorial contributions honoring Vera to: Project...

Audrey Blum

Audrey Blum

Nov 27, 2013

Blum, Audrey M. (nee Schultz), 86, born to eternal life November 27, 2013. Loving mother of Robert A. (Bonnie), Richard L. (Cecelia), Randy J., and Rory E. (Kristin), proud grandmother of five and great-grandmother of seven. Further survived by extended family and friends. Visitation 4-6 P.M. Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at Christ Lutheran Church, S89 W22970 Maple Ave., Big Bend....

Steven Mertz

Steven Mertz

Nov 27, 2013

Steven J. Mertz, age 55, went home to his Lord and Savior on November 27, 2013. Loving son of John and Jean; beloved brother of Jim (Sherri), David (Deborah), Dan, and Sheryl (Ty) Lawrence; further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held Saturday, December 7, 2013 from 10 to 11 a.m. at St. Marcus Lutheran Church, 2215...

Thomas Kaye

Thomas Kaye

Nov 26, 2013

Kaye, Thomas Frank, Age 72, passed away on November 26, 2013. He is survived by his beloved Wife of 42 years Julie (Nelson) Kaye. Furthered survived by his sisters -in -law Margaret Kaye, Louise Kaye and numerous relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his brothers Norman Kaye and Leroy Kaye. A lifelong resident of the area Tom taught at...

Andrew Nowosielski

Andrew Nowosielski

Nov 24, 2013

Age 59. Went peacefully while surrounded by family on Nov. 24, 2013. Loving brother of Marcia (Robert) Mantei, and Nancy (Matthew) Naus. Proud Uncle of Jill, Kristen, Amy, and Jason. Special companion of Kristine Bodner. Also survived by his Aunt Felicia Zatarski, cousins, other relatives and friends. Andy was a Respiratory Therapist for over 20 years.Visitation:Visitation at the funeral home.Service:Funeral...

Christine Hromada

Christine Hromada

Nov 23, 2013

Christine A. Hromada, 54, passed away November 23, 2013 surrounded by her loving family. Dear sister of Louis (Mary) and Michael (Therese) Hromada; awesome aunt of Christopher (Val), Michael, and Melissa; doting great-aunt of Trisha, Kellen, and Helena; special sister of Kathleen Hromada; and many other family and friends. Private services will be held. If desired, memorials may be designated...

Eugene Bestel

Eugene Bestel

Nov 22, 2013

Bestel, Eugene B., 87, born to eternal life November 22, 2013. Loving husband of Lois (nee Boesel), dear father of Lu Ann (William) Ringler, and James Bestel, proud grandfather of Jennifer (Ryan) Thomas, great-grandfather of Jonathon, cherished brother of Jacqueline Ziervogel and Beatrice Jandl. Further survived by extended family and friends. Visitation Tuesday, November 26, 2013 from 3-6 P.M. at...

Charles Rathsack

Charles Rathsack

Nov 22, 2013

Rathsack, Charles A. Sr. Age 72. Passed away November 22, 2013. Loving husband of Carol for 50 years. Beloved father of Shelley (Kurt) Schmidt, Robin Wilson and Charles, Jr. Blessed with six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Cherished son of Marvelyn (Lester) Pufall. Dear brother of LouAnne Pufall and Darold (Patti) Pufall. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation at...

David Frantz

David Frantz

Nov 22, 2013

Frantz, David A. 'DAF' Age 67. Born October 20th 1946 and welcomed home by the Lord into eternal peace on November 22, 2013. Devoted husband to Mary Shoda-Frantz. Proud father to Jeremy (Jennifer) Frantz, Erin Frantz and step-father to Cary Shoda (Marivi Ortiz-Shoda) and David Shoda. Beloved 'Papa Bear' grandfather to Charlie Frantz. He was a man of faith, devoted...

Suzanne Dretzka

Suzanne Dretzka

Nov 17, 2013

Dretzka, Suzanne Marie (nee Sullivan) Of Cudahy. Born to Eternal Life on Sunday, November 17, 2013 at the age of 81. Loving mother of Jacqueline Phillips (Dr. Mike) and David (Jean). Further survived by 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held at St. Vincent Pallotti, 5424 West Bluemound Rd. on Wednesday, November 20th with...

Michael Gould

Michael Gould

Nov 17, 2013

Michael K. 'Mike' Gould, 67, was born to Eternal Life November 17, 2013. Beloved husband of Mary; cherished father of Michael J. Gould (Samantha), Melinda (Richard) Sopina, and Megan Gould; loving grandfather of Ryan, Kaitlin, and Casey; also survived by many other relatives and friends. Michael was a proud retiree of Milwaukee Carpenters Union Local #344. Visitation will be held...

John Hesse

John Hesse

Nov 16, 2013

Entered into Eternal Life on Nov. 16, 2013. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 62 years, Burnelle, and granddaughter Diane Poweleit. Dear father of Donald (Christine), Susan (John) Poweleit, Kathleen (Bob) Healy, and Maria (Mo) Kandil. Further survived by 13 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff at Merrill Hills Manor, where he...

Gilbert Anderson

Gilbert Anderson

Nov 16, 2013

Anderson, Gilbert E. Age 83. Born to eternal life on November 16, 2013. Loving husband of Dorothea for 61 years, Dear father of Linda (Dennis) Bonneville and Debra (Dale) Jaeger, Proud grandfather of Dennis, Jr. (Jessica), Jeffery (Val) and Christopher Jaeger. Great grandfather of Alexis and Caleb, Noah and Jeslin, Dennis III and Devin. Further survived by extended family and...

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