Paul Curtis Ratz
Jan 11, 2026
Paul C. Ratz, of Milwaukee, WI, passed away on January 11, 2026, at the age of 73. He was born on October 27, 1952, to Henry and Beverly (nee Harrison) Ratz.
Paul enjoyed spending time on vacations up North at the cabin in Waupaca, affectionately remembered as the “gingerbread house”. He had a deep love for music, especially Jimi Hendrix. He...
James R Snyder
Jan 10, 2026
James (Jim) Robert Snyder December 10, 1934 – January 10, 2026 James Robert Snyder, known to all as Jim, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026, surrounded by family after a brief illness. He was 91 years old. Jim’s life was marked by remarkable resilience, kindness and a quiet, thoughtful demeanor that endeared him to everyone who knew him. Jim...
Maureen L Sarson
Jan 9, 2026
Maureen Sarson has passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She had worked as a daycare teacher for almost 20 years before retiring. She enjoyed the simple things in life like walking her dog, crafting, baking and picking weeds in her front yard. She was loved by...
Cathy Marie Smiley
Jan 9, 2026
Cathy M. Smiley (aka Kotch), age 69, passed away on January 9, 2026.
Cathy had just completed 45 years as a nurse at West Allis Memorial Hospital, and she had no interest in retiring. Caring for her patients meant the world to her.
She was an avid Brewers and Packers fan. She was a book lover and read constantly.
She enjoyed yearly vacation...
Lucille S Perkins
Jan 8, 2026
Lucille S. Perkins, age 100, passed away with her son John by her side on January 8th, 2026. She was born on September 10, 1925. In her younger years, she was the owner of a ceramics store, volunteered at Maplewood Nursing Home and assisted Milwaukee County Foster and Adoption Agency in the 1950’s and 60’s, where she took in children...
Otila C Trevino
Jan 8, 2026
Otila Carbajal Trevino, age 84, of Caledonia, Wisconsin, was called home to the Lord on January 8, 2026. She was born on December 29, 1941, in Montel, Texas, and lived a life rooted in faith, love, and devotion to family.
Otila was a proud and talented seamstress, a career she loved and took great pride in. Outside of her work, she...
Gertruda Maria Anna Nowak
Jan 8, 2026
Gertruda (Gertie) Marie Anna Nowak (née Erkens), age 76, passed away peacefully at home on January 8, 2026, in New Berlin, Wisconsin. Gertie was born on January 4, 1950, in Brunssum, the Netherlands, where she grew up and formed the strong values and traditions that would guide her throughout her life. Later, she made her home in New Berlin, Wisconsin,...
Marla Louise Sellhausen
Jan 8, 2026
Marla Sellhausen (née Hansen), age 61, passed away on January 8, 2026. Born on April 29, 1964, Marla lived a life centered on family, friendship and love. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother whose presence brought warmth and laughter to those around her. Marla is survived by her loving husband, Frank Sellhausen; her children Jason (Sarah), Chad...
Barbara Ann Hoffmann
Jan 8, 2026
Barbara Ann “Bobbie” Hoffmann, died peacefully at home in Cedarburg, WI, surrounded by family on January 8th, 2026, at age 94. Bobbie was born June 28th, 1931, in Escanaba, MI. Daughter of the late Mary Ullaine O’Donnell and Donald Skopp. Preceded in death by husband Donald E. Hoffmann and daughter Barbara J. Huggler. Loving mother to Deborah, Patrick, Brian, Jeffrey,...
John Louis Weed
Jan 7, 2026
In Loving Memory
John L. Weed
9/2/1958 - 1/7/2026
Husband to Georgeana (aka Suzy), father to Candice (Mike) and Bradley, and grandfather to Lance.
Brother to Bill, Linda, Bob, and Danny.
He was preceded in death by his mother Josephine and father William.
John will be remembered for his love of the Beatles, and his love for local bands and festivals.
And of course we'll miss his...
James Howard Elleson
Jan 7, 2026
James H. Elleson passed away peacefully at Shorehaven Senior Living in Oconomowoc, WI on January 7th. Jim was born on July 24, 1933, to Earl and Elsie (nee Wirta) Elleson in West Allis, WI. He grew up in West Allis with his twin sister Barbara and older sister Betterae. He graduated from West Allis Central High School and the University...
Jan Valentine Cverko
Jan 4, 2026
Jan V. Cverko, age 77, passed away at the Clement J. Zablocki Veterans Memorial Hospital on January 4, 2026.
Jan was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the Army as a Field Radio Repairman. He studied Psychology at UWM, but his proclivity for electronics led him to a second career in electronics repair.
In his free time, Jan could be...
Gertrude Bojarski
Jan 2, 2026
Gertrude “Gertie" Bojarski, age 83, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication and quiet strength. She was born in Detroit, Michigan, to Victor and Mary (Alfonsi) Maxinoski. Gertrude was preceded in life by her close-knit family and shared a special bond with her twin sister, Margaret (Maxinoski) Tangney, as well as her brother, Cornelius. Gertie was known...
Marvin Raymond Goelz
Jan 1, 2026
Marvin Raymond “Marv” Goelz, age 89, passed away peacefully with his sons at his bedside on January 1, 2026, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. A lifelong resident of Wisconsin, Marv was born in Milwaukee on February 22, 1936, to Gilbert and Agnes Goelz. A proud graduate of Marquette High School in Milwaukee, Marv went on to build a successful career as an...
Barbara Mae Palubicki
Jan 1, 2026
Barbara Mae Palubicki (nee Krause), 89, of Muskego, Wisconsin died at Linden Grove Mukwonago on January 1, 2026, after a short battle with cancer. Barbara was born in Milwaukee, WI on November 22, 1936, to Henry and Sophia Krause, who both preceded her in death.
Barbara married Eugene (Gene) Palubicki on October 12, 1957. They both attended Messmer High School. Eugene...
Mayra Alejandra Rodriguez Munoz
Dec 31, 2025
BU2 Mayra Alejandra Rodríguez Muñoz, USN It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Builder Second Class (BU2) Mayra Alejandra Rodríguez Muñoz, a proud Seabee and veteran of the United States Navy whose life was defined by service, courage and love for others. Mayra was born on July 6, 1997, in Bogotá, Colombia, and later established her...
James A. Bogacki
Dec 28, 2025
James A. Bogacki, age 61, passed away on December 28, 2025.
James is survived by his sisters Julie (Ken) Blevins and Jennifer Schlump, and nephews Owen and Wyatt Blevins. He was preceded in death by his parents Alvin and Arlene (nee Bielinski) Bogacki, and his brother Daniel Bogacki.
In honor of his military service, a private graveside ceremony will be held at...
