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Ralph D. Budnik
Oct 4, 2020
Formerly of Franklin and Milwaukee, was born to eternal life on October 4, 2020 at age 90. He served in the Army from 1951 -1953, stationed in Yokohama, Japan during the Korean conflict. Ralph worked his entire professional career for Layton Park Building and Loan which became First Savings and is now Associated Bank. His passion was baseball. Ralph also...
Agnes Katherine Watt
Oct 3, 2020
Found peace on Saturday October 3, 2020 after a long battle with cancer at age 48. Loving mother of Justin Laboy, and Brianna Rehm. Dodo to Alianna, Lissette, Arabella. Cherished daughter of Caroleen (John) and the late Clarence "Sonny" Watt. Beloved sister of Chris, Sandi, and the late Stephen Watt. She will be missed by many other nieces, nephews, cousins,...
Dennis Anthony Wankowski
Oct 2, 2020
Dennis A. Wankowski Beloved Husband of the late Barbara Wankowski, Dad of David (Julie), Dan (Kim), Denise (Kreg), Blakney, and Douglas (Trina). Loving Grandfather of David II (Maghan), Nicholas, Brittany, Brent, Shannon, Tanek, Madyn, Bejla and Raijner. Great Grandfather of Caledon and soon to be Baby Wank. Dearest brother of Ken (Barbara) Wankowski and brother-in-law of Robert (Chris) Nowak, the...
Donald P. Behnke
Oct 1, 2020
Entered into Eternal Life on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at the age of 84. Beloved husband of 61 years to Nancy (nee Tuska). Loving dad of Kathleen (Paul) Melius, Steve (Lisa) Behnke, Janet Behnke, Susan (Chris) Switalski and Michael (Ashley) Behnke. Proud grandpa of Luke (Laura) Behnke, Peter (Jamie) Behnke, Erin (fiance Nick Gasper) Behnke, Rebecca Switalski, Nicole Switalski, and...
Elijah Stewart
Sep 30, 2020
Elijah T.. Stewart (Tank) of Milwaukee, WI was called home on September 30, 2020 at the young age of 17. Elijah was born in Milwaukee, WI on April 4, 2003 to Sarah M. Olson and Cedric D. Stewart. Loving brother to Noah, Nicole, Zuri and soon-to-be born Isabella Lagar. Stepsisters NaQuija and Jordyn. Elijah was a car fanatic and his...
William J. "Bill" Berry
Sep 30, 2020
Bill was a recognizable maverick in his neighborhood, where he lived for decades. He chose the lifestyle he lived and worked hard to be true to himself. Bill was a kind soul and had a big heart. He enjoyed the outdoors and had many hobbies and interests. Bill was an Army Veteran and City of Milwaukee retiree. Preceded in death...
Elaine Dorothy Savee
Sep 29, 2020
of Greendale, WI. Born to Eternal Life on Tuesday, September 29, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. Age 88 years. Cherished wife of 51 years to the late Donald Savee. Best mom in the world to Ken (Cherie), Steve (Renee), Kristen (Kurt) Mason. Loving Nanee to Ken Jr. (Jackie), Hunter, Jason, Andrew (Brittany), Sarina, the late Kurt Jr., Melissa (Adam),...
Martha Maria Faber
Sep 29, 2020
Faber, Martha (née Reti). Born to Eternal Life September 29, 2020 at the age of 86. Cherished mother of Cathy Hayes (James), Pinehurst NC, Patricia Newborn (John), Milwaukee, WI, Steven Faber (Kim Stratton), Silver Lake, WI. Beloved grandmother of Maureen, Jacob, Megan, Justin, and Joshua. Great Grandmother of Coco. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial Gathering...
Larry Witter
Sep 29, 2020
Passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at age 73. Loving father of Carri (Toby) Barry. Proud grandpa of Alexandria Barry, Elizabeth Barry, and Nathaniel Barry. Dear brother of the late Allen (Joan) Witter and the late Nancy (the late James) Bryl. Preceded in death by his parents, George and Patricia Witter. Also loved by nieces, nephews, other family members...
Duwayne P. Sukkert
Sep 28, 2020
Went home to the Lord on Monday, September 28, 2020, age 68 years. Loving dad of Jeremy (Christine), Becky and Jessica Sukkert. Proud grandpa of Zackary Sukkert, Justice, Natalie and Quintin Adyniec, Dalton and Victor Sukkert. Dear brother of Bonnie (Jeff) Mitchell, Lyle Sukkert and the late William "Bill" (Marlene) Sukkert. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends....
Antoinette Marie Groth
Sep 28, 2020
Groth, Antoinette (Toni) passed away September 28th, 2020 ending her temporary stay here on earth, and entering her eternal home in Heaven. Toni was preceded in death by the love of her life, Gary, her son Gary Jr (Bucky), her parents August and Sarah Magestro, and her sister Connie. Toni was survived by her son Raymond, daughter Sara, and her...
Kimbra Adel Blacksher
Sep 27, 2020
Kimbra A. Blacksher Transitioned on Sunday, September 27, 2020. Age 45 years. Doting mother and best friend of Lakaysha Blacksher. Cherished sister of Kia Blacksher and Karon Blacksher (Kelly Janczak). Dear cousin of Michelle Bankhead and Toma Davies. Also survived by other family members and friends. Kimbra attended South Milwaukee High School and was a graduate of Bryant & Stratton...
Israel S. Mercado
Sep 26, 2020
Mercado, Israel S. "GRAMPI" Passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2020 at the age of 22. Visitation at the Funeral Home on SUNDAY, October 4, 2020 from 2:00-6:00 PM. Funeral Services at 3:00 PM. Additional Visitation Monday from 10:30 AM-11:30 AM. Interment follow at Good Hope Cemetery.
Nora Straseski
Sep 26, 2020
(nee Dondero) Went to join her beloved daughter, Marie, on Saturday, September 26, 2020, age 61 years. Beloved wife of James "Jim" Straseski for 15 years, together a total of 21 years. Loving mother of Anthony (Sunny) Spears. Cherished grandma of Isabella Spears-Bowen, Asher Spears, Drake Hill, Autumn Spears and the late Willow Spears. Further survived by many siblings, other...
Barbara Ann Smith
Sep 24, 2020
Passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2020 at age 65. Loving mother of Philip Itzenhuiser, Gwen (Steven) Bulinski, and Eric (Heather) Itzenhhuiser. Grandmother of 2 grandchildren. Dear sister of Camille Stefanski, Diane Reeve, and David (Barb) Smith. Also loved by other family members and friends. Inurnment will take place at Highland Memorial Park, 14875 W. Greenfield Ave. New Berlin, on...
Garold Russell Peace
Sep 23, 2020
Peace, Garold Russell Born to Eternal Life Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at the age of 83. Loving Father of Felicia Sellers, Candy Bruce, Tranace Peace and Garold R. (Sara) Peace II. Companion of Virginia Reichwald. Grandfather of Steven Sellers, Nathan Sellers, Eric Robinson, Bianca Robinson, Kesha Bruce, Corey Bruce, Quinten Bruce, Brandon Bruce, Kiara Bruce, Andrew Bruce, Freddie Teamer, Amber...
Jorge Serna
Sep 23, 2020
Passed away, Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at the age of 57. Visitation at the Funeral Home, Saturday, September 26, 2020 from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Funeral Service 4:30 PM. Prasser-Kleczka Funeral Homes South Suburban Chapel 6080 South 27th Street 414-282-6080
Dorothy C. Babcock
Sep 22, 2020
Found peace on Tuesday, September 22, 2020, age 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Ralph W. Babcock. Devoted mom of Ralph E. (Joanne), Robert (Anne) and Richard Babcock. Proud grandma of Brian (Jessica), Kyle (Susan), Chelsea, Kelly, Courtney and Carissa. Dear great-grandma of Amber, Laura, Kylie, Alisyn and Caden. Sister of the late Kenneth Lederhaus. Sister-in-law of Leatrice Thurston....
John Kenneth Zielinski
Sep 22, 2020
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at the age of 91. Beloved husband of 66 years to Olga Zielinski. Loving dad of Becky Amann and Kathy (Paul) Connolly. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Private committal and Military Honors will be held on Friday, May 21, 2021 at 11 AM at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
Richard Barrington
Sep 22, 2020
Tuesday, September 22, 2020. Age 75 years. Loving husband for 51 years of Peggy Barrington. Loving dad of Terry (Rebecca) Barrington and Traci Barrington (Fiance Jeff Sanchez). Proud Grandpa of Genesis, Bella and Dominic Barrington; Gavin, Kelton and Aiden Lillyroot. Further survived by other family and friends. The family will be hosting a memorial gathering on Saturday, October 10, 2020...
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