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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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Eugene Baumhueter

Eugene Baumhueter

Oct 5, 2013

Eugene, or Gene as he was called, was one hard-working and independent man. He had to be, growing up on a farm near the Canadian border in North Dakota. His father died of the Spanish flu when Gene was a young boy, and his mother, Helen Seavers remarried, and had 3 more sons. They later lived on farms near Madison...

Thomas Stys

Thomas Stys

Oct 5, 2013

Stys, Thomas R., 77, born to eternal life October 5, 2013 following a long illness. He was born July 19, 1936 in Milwaukee to John and Mary (nee Brzenk) Stys. Tom is survived by his son, Paul (Cindy), a grandson, Brandon, and extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Karen. Private family services were...

Kay Smith

Kay Smith

Oct 4, 2013

(nee Crowley) Born in Rockford, IL, on April 2, 1939, found peace on Oct 4, 2013. Surviving are her loving husband of 56 years, John; children Gregory (Cristina), Lisa (Craig), and Patricia. She was a loving grandmother of five, and great-grandmother of one.Service:A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Oct 12, 2013, at 11AM, at Meyer's, 4260 S. 76th...

James Decleene

James Decleene

Oct 4, 2013

DeCleene, James P. 'Jim', age 73, born to eternal life October 4, 2013. Loving husband of Yvonne DeCleene, dear father of Jim Nevola, Jason DeCleene, and Jamie (Mike) Fabian, step-father of Darryl (Laura), Trent, and Tory (Ellen) Windorski, and Lea (Jeff) Stiggle, proud grandfather and great-grandfather. Further survived by his sister Sally Hamm, nieces, nephews, extended family, many friends, and...

Reginald Kotajarvi

Reginald Kotajarvi

Oct 4, 2013

Kotajarvi, Reginald M. 'Reg' , 'Rex' Entered eternal life on Friday, October 4, 2013. Special husband of Sue (nee Van Horne). Born in Laurium, MI. Preceded in death by his parents Matti and Olga (nee Soivio) Kotajarvi, seven brothers and three sisters. Survived by brother Robert, special nieces Debby Braley and Tess Barnes, many other loved nieces and nephews, dear...

Florence Flynn

Florence Flynn

Oct 3, 2013

Flynn, Florence C. (nee Smith from Rubicon, WI) born into the arms of the Lord October 3, 2013 at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late John. Loving mother of John (Betty), Mary (Fred) Matestic, Patrick (Carolyn), Timothy (Sue), Diane McGinnis (friend, Jay) and Joyce (Lee) Wendt. Proud grandmother of John (Diane) Flynn, Christopher Flynn (friend, Lisa), Sarah...

Sue Schneider

Sue Schneider

Oct 2, 2013

(nee Margaret Sue Woodward) of Sheboygan and formerly Oak Creek, Cleveland, WI and West Allis. Found rest on Wednesday, October 2, 2013, at the age of 76. Preceded in death by her parents, Natalie Martin and Gilbert Sentz and loving husband, Matt. Surviving are her children, Debi (John) Lemon, Matt, Jr. (Arlene), and Loretta (Rick) Gill; grandchildren Amie (Tim) Zwicke,...

Michael Hablewitz

Michael Hablewitz

Oct 2, 2013

Hablewitz, Michael, 66, closed his eyes after a courageous battle with multiple myeloma. He leaves his loving memories to be cherished by his wife of 30 years, Delores. Loving father to Jennifer (Jay) Kirsch, Krista (Adam) Remington, Michael (Kirstin) Hablewitz, Colleen (Rodger) Bergeron, Lisa (Jason) Lemke, and Douglas Hablewitz, proud Opa to Ava, Benjamin, Bryce, Dylan, Ella, Gabriella, Jack, Joshua,...

Emilie Strakusek

Emilie Strakusek

Oct 1, 2013

Strakusek, Emilie, age 96, born to eternal life October 1, 2013. Survived by nieces and nephew; Jean (Richard) Acken, Sandy (Bill) Lowe, and David (Joan) Fritzler, and extended family and friends. Preceded in death by her parents; Christian and Elizabeth (nee Wolf) Fritzler and her husband, Samuel J. Strakusek, Jr., a sister, Emma Fritzler, and two brothers; Herman and Fred....

Goble Shelton

Goble Shelton

Sep 30, 2013

Reunited with his loving wife Frances Faye on Sept 30, 2013. Loving father of Danny (Patty), Mary (Elmer), Phyllis (Glen), Deborah (Mike), John (the late Joy), James (Dyan), Claudette, and Bonnie (Warren). Loving grandfather of 24 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. He was inducted into the Dartball Hall of Fame.Cemetery:Interment at Highland Memorial Park, New Berlin, WI.Visitation:Visitation will be held at...

Helma Rainer

Helma Rainer

Sep 27, 2013

Helma L. Rainer (nee Buelow) died on September 27, 2013 due to heart and respiratory problems. She was born February 13, 1925 in Neshkoro, WI. Along with parents Henry and Helen, Helma lived on a small farm 2 miles southeast of Neshkoro. She had 3 siblings: Harold, Nelda, and Elsa. The family moved to the west side of Berlin, WI...

Jean Neimann

Jean Neimann

Sep 27, 2013

(formerly Grams) Died peacefully on Sept 27, 2013, age 83. Survived by her daughter Jennifer Grams Lowe and brother Paul Grafton Neimann. Private services.Service:Private services.

Mary Davis

Mary Davis

Sep 27, 2013

Mary Ellen Davis, 83, died peacefully with her family by her side on September 27, 2013 in Milwaukee, WI. She was born November 3, 1929 to George and Mary Ellen Coyne Harden in Ottumwa, IA. In 1947, Mary Ellen graduated from Ottumwa High School. On September 5, 1948, she was united in marriage to Jack H. Davis. He died on...

Warren Gray

Warren Gray

Sep 26, 2013

Gray, Warren A., age 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 26, 2013 at Southpoint Health Care Center. He was born April 11, 1923 to Alexander and Laura Gray in West Allis. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia, son, David, son-in-law, Thomas, his parents, sisters; Marion and Ruth, his twin brother, Wallace, and brother, Russell. Warren is...

Colleen Bauer

Colleen Bauer

Sep 24, 2013

Bauer, Colleen Mae, (nee Kehring), 83, was reunited with sons, Thomas and James on September 24, 2013. She was born February 22, 1930 and was a great wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be forever missed by husband Fred of 67 years, her children Janell (Mike) Matuck, Eileen (Thomas) Zastrow, and Frederick (Glenn) Bauer, grandchildren Tyler, Madelyn, and Logan,...

Donald Gnadt

Donald Gnadt

Sep 22, 2013

Age 60. Went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sept. 22, 2013. Cherished husband and best friend of LouAnn. Proud father of Bryan (Heather), and beloved father-figure of Christine. Devoted son of Emily (the late Reuben) Gnadt, and son-in-law of Frank Kulakowski. Wonderful brother of Margaret (Jerry) Eisentraut, Linda Denny, Richard (Jane), Mary (Ken) Leinss, Roger, Gerald,...

Carl West

Carl West

Sep 21, 2013

West, Carl J. "Bud" 71, born to eternal life September 21, 2013. Loving father of Sarah (Javier) Lopez, Amy Morison, John (Kerri) West, and Paul (Donna) West, beloved son of William. Proud grandfather of nine: Sebastian, Sophia, Monica, Ryan, Isabel, Rosa, Samuel, Jonah and Joshua. Further survived by the mother of his children, Elisabeth Kappel, two brothers; William and Thomas,...

Stephen Carroll

Stephen Carroll

Sep 20, 2013

Age 70. Went peacefully while surrounded by family on Sept. 20, 2013. Loving husband of Loretta. Proud dad of Michelle (Jeanette), Lisa (Tony) Cabino, and Steve Jr. (Debbie). Proud grandpa of 12 grandchildren, and papa to 14 great-grandchildren. Also survived by his mother Loella Carroll, and sister Joan (Tom) Lyskawa. He is further survived by other relatives and friends. 'We...

Audrey Luebke

Audrey Luebke

Sep 19, 2013

Luebke, Audrey H., 92, died peacefully September 19, 2013. Loving wife of Herman for 68 years. Cherished mother of Robert (Victoria) Luebke, Barbara (James) Merten, Jane McCauley, Susan (Phil) Gazell, and Thomas (Cynthia) Luebke; beloved grandmother of 7 and great-grandmother of 8. Visitation will be held Monday, September 23, 2013 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, S89...

Teresa Truesdale

Teresa Truesdale

Sep 19, 2013

Age 44. Went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus on Sept. 19, 2013. Loving sister of Sheila (Sherwood) Lindell, Margie (Scott) Palmer, Julie (Mark) Zinke, Katie (Jim) Lund, Lisa (Bill) Stanton, and Danny Truesdale. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Dan and Alice Truesdale.Visitation:A memorial...

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