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Thomas J. Rosso

Thomas J. Rosso

May 30, 2018

Wednesday, May 30, 2018. Age 71 years. Thomas is preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Nina Rosso, brothers James, Joseph (Serafina), his sister Joann (Jack) Bottoni and nephew Walter Rosso. Thomas is survived by his sister-in-law Emma Rosso, nieces and nephews; Joseph (Lorena) Rosso, Nina Rosso, Daniel (Lisa) Rosso, Sandra (Larry) Wilson, Rebecca (Joseph) Hughes, Paul, James, Michael...

Margaretha G. Hanssen

Margaretha G. Hanssen

May 29, 2018

Hanssen, Margaretha (nee Reynders) Born in Holland and immigrated to the United States in 1958, died peacefully on Tuesday, May 29, 2018, at the age of 88. Loving mother of Corne, Susie Sowlles, Mary Ann (Dan) Prager and Yvonne (Tim) Kaczkowski. Cherished grandmother of Chrissy, Andrea, Nick, Danny, Maggie, Claire and T.J. Treasured great-grandmother of Lucas and Wesley. Preceded in...

Wayne  E. Budzien

Wayne E. Budzien

May 29, 2018

Went home to the Lord and his beloved wife, Muriel, on Tuesday, May 29, 2018, age 80 years. Cherished father Kimberly Brhely and Kelly (Kevin). Devoted grandpa of Heather, Seth, Ryan and Connor. Loving great-grandpa of Adrian and Avery. Dear brother of June Kaiser and Gary (Patty) Budzien. Faithful friend of Tom and Kim Fink. Further survived by nieces, nephews,...

Glen Allen Phillips

Glen Allen Phillips

May 28, 2018

Glen Allen Phillips Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, May 28, 2018 at the age of 71 years. Beloved husband of Donna (nee Thompson). Loving dad of Amy Phillips (Ben Klepzig), Dana Phillips and Sara Phillips (Jeff Sexton). Grandpa of Ethan Phillips and Ariel Allen. Dear brother of Claire (Leonard) Radtke, Vila Jean (Royal) Hart, Juan (Sue)...

Ruth  E. Setterlund

Ruth E. Setterlund

May 27, 2018

(nee Petrosky) Born to Eternal Life on Sunday, May 27, 2018, age 96 years. Beloved wife of the late Joseph G. Setterlund. Loving mother of Sister Sandra Setterlund, Joseph M. Setterlund, Karen (Francis) Palumbo, the late Janice Lynn Setterlund and Jeffery (Sheree) Setterlund. Cherished grandmother of Jolene, Matthew, Janice, Justin, and Oliver. Cherished great-grandmother of Paul and Bradley. Dear sister...

James Joseph Bracey

James Joseph Bracey

May 26, 2018

On Friday, May 26, 2018 Heaven opened its gates to its newest angel Jim Bracey at the age of 95 years. He was greeted by his wife of 56 years Lorraine (nee Schmidt). Loving dad of Sue Meyer and her husband John. Treasured grandpa of Jonathan and Tim Meyer and his wife Courtney. Cherished great-grandpa of Zoe and Charlie Meyer....

Fredrick Carl "Fritz" Frischmann

Fredrick Carl "Fritz" Frischmann

May 26, 2018

Frischmann, Fredrick C. Fritz Born to eternal life on Saturday, May 26, 2018, age 85 years. Beloved husband for 62 years of Marge. Loving dad of Shirley (Tom) Lemanski and Joe (Kathy) Frischmann. Proud grandpa of Kelly (Pete) Thompson, Tyler Lemanski; Matthew, Jeremy and Nicole Frischmann. Dear brother of Larry Frischmann and Marie Frischmann. Also survived by many nieces, nephews,...

John E. Stollenwerk

John E. Stollenwerk

May 25, 2018

Of York, PA formerly of Milwaukee was Born to Eternal Life on Friday May 25, 2018 Age 78 years. Beloved husband for 57 years of Karen (nee Knaak). Loving dad of Lori (Steven) Smith, Lisa (Brad) Stauch and Jay (Marne) Stollenwerk. Cherished grandfather of, Kara Smith, Marie Smith, Jordan Smith, Annie Stolenwerk and Mattie Stollenwerk, Christopher and Matthew Stauch. Dear...

Michael E.  Luenser

Michael E. Luenser

May 20, 2018

Mike left this world unexpectedly on Sunday, May 20th, 2018, age 64 years. Loving husband and soul mate of Jane (nee Talaska) for 33 years. Beloved step-dad of Trudy (Nabor), Krisi (Joe) and Jeremiah (Kelly). Cherished grandpa of Alexandria, Olivia, Giovanni, Leticia, Iris, Emily, Maya, Marissa and Easton. Dear brother of Barbara (Fred) Roos, Robert Luenser and Joanne Luenser. Special...

Robert W. "Bob" Van Beck

Robert W. "Bob" Van Beck

May 19, 2018

Van Beck, Robert W. Bob Born to Eternal Life Saturday, May 19, 2018 at the age of 83. Reunited with his wife, the late Gladys (nee Ratayczak). Beloved dad of Cathy (Jim) Stamper, Chris (Richard) Curl, Joe (Michelle), Rick (Lisa) and Tom (Julie). Grandpa of 14 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren, with one more due in September. Loving brother of Carol...

Joel "Joe Mama" Schumann

Joel "Joe Mama" Schumann

May 18, 2018

Found peace Friday, May 18, 2018 at the age of 34. Loved son of Scott and Cindy (nee Phillips) Schumann. Fun-loving brother of Nicole (fianc Eric Foster) and Jamie (Chris) Stecker. Lovable uncle of Joshua Schumann and Zoey and Zane Stecker. Grandson of Arlene Phillips. Cat dad of Hello Kitty and Bam. Also survived by other relatives and many friends....

James L. "Jimmy" Zeller

James L. "Jimmy" Zeller

May 15, 2018

Born to eternal life on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, age 81 years. Beloved husband of Charlene Zeller and the late Dale Margaret (nee Norman) Zeller. Loving father of Suzy (Paul) Piekarski, Pam (Gary) Banazewski, Chris Felkner and Billy Felkner. Proud grandpa of Brett (Megan) Wetterling, Alex (Fiance-Alexandria Kutcher) and Andrew Piekarski. Dear brother of his twin sister, June (Gordon) Chartier...

Mark W. Rodefer

Mark W. Rodefer

May 15, 2018

Mark W. Rodefer Passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 15, 2018. Age 59 years. Beloved husband for 17 years of Cheryl (nee Bruesewitz). Loving father of the late Natasha Rodefer. Cherished grandpa of Jayce Rodefer. Dear Step-father of Adam and Brandon (Heather Thomas) McSorley. Treasured brother of Dennis (Susan) Rodefer, Lana (John) Raffensperger, Hollie (John) Nairns, the late Glenn Rodefer,...

Thomas J.  Esser "Tom"

Thomas J. Esser "Tom"

May 14, 2018

Tom was peacefully reunited with his father James Esser on Monday, May 14, 2018 at the age of 65. Loving husband of 42 years to Linda (nee Fisher). Beloved dad of Michael (Sarah Barwacz) Esser. Dear brother of Wayne (Linda) Esser and Karen (Oliver) Zimmerman. Cherished son of Joan Esser. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Visitation...

Steven T. Vasas

Steven T. Vasas

May 12, 2018

Vasas, Steven, T. Passed away unexpectedly and Entered into Eternal Life on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at the age of 33. Beloved son of Todd Vasas. Cherished brother of Jaime (Andy) Zimmer. Favorite uncle of Madalyn, Addison and Lyla. Loving grandson of Ralph and Beverly Ast. Dear nephew of Linda and Tom Cottreau. Loving boyfriend of Rachael Sinner. Preceded in...

Shirley L. Williams

Shirley L. Williams

May 11, 2018

Friday, May 11, 2018. Age 97 years. Beloved wife of the late Charles Williams. Loving mother of Pieter (Patsy) Williams, Kathryn (Darrell) Krushensky, Michael (the late Joyce) Williams, Carl Williams (Pat Kohlmann), Carol (Jim) Bach and Shirley (Rick) Shepherd. Cherished grandmother of 16 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren. Sister of Lucien (Sally) Crum and the late Glen ( the...

Albina M. Massaro

Albina M. Massaro

May 11, 2018

(nee Pagini) Born to Eternal Life on Friday, May 11, 2018, age 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Daniel. Loving mother of Nancy Buntrock and Daniel J. (Beth A.) Massaro. Dearest grandmother of Andrea (Ryan) Hunkins, Timothy (Kimberly) Buntrock and Nickolas Massaro. Dear great-grandmother of Hunter Hunkins, Brantley Hunkins and William Buntrock. Also survived by other family and friends....

Mario Fiorelli

Mario Fiorelli

May 11, 2018

A long-standing resident of St. Francis. Beloved husband of the late Mary (nee Stancher) to whom he was married for 65 years, passed away on May 11, 2018, one day before his 95th birthday. He was the devoted father to Joanne (William) Hicks), James (Kim), and Dean (Carmen); grandfather to fourteen; and great-grandfather to thirteen. He is survived by brothers...

Rev. Edward M. Safiejko

Rev. Edward M. Safiejko

May 10, 2018

Born to eternal life on Thursday, May 10, 2018, age 93 years. Preceded in death by his parents, Augustus and Veronica Safiejko; and brothers, John Safiejko, Craig (the late Katherine) Stanley and Rev. Joseph Safiejko. Loving brother of Jenny (Oscar) Hudson, Helen (the late Stanley) Gryczkowski and Mary (the late Larry) Sams. Further survived by loving nieces, nephews, other family,...

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