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Andrew "Andy" Smith
May 7, 2017
Smith, Andrew J. Andrew John Smith, age 45, of Milwaukee died unexpectedly on May 7, 2017. Andy is survived by his wife of 14 years, Bridget Homstad Smith. Loving son of Ruth and Dennis Smith of Janesville, WI; dear brother and brother-in-law to Chris and Brooke (Burnham) Smith of Onalaska, WI and uncle to Ellie (age 14), Sebastian (age 12)...
James "Jimmy Money" Altman
May 6, 2017
Was called home to the Lord on Saturday, May 6, 2017, age 25 years young. Preceded in death by his father, Harold Altman and step-father Brian. He will forever be missed by his mother, Karen and papa Bruce; his siblings, Jason, Jeremy, Jacky, Bubbles (Anthony) and Brian; and other surviving relatives and friends. James legacy will be lived on through...
Joe H. Klingler
May 5, 2017
Friday, May 5, 2017. Age 72 years. Beloved husband of Shirley Ann. Dear father of Paul, the late Richard, and the late David Klingler. Son-in-law of Audrey and the late Adam Wilding. Brother of Larry (the late Sandy) Klingler. Brother-in-law of Tom and Mike Wilding and Charisse Black. Preceded in death by his parents Harvey and Adeline Klingler. Further survived...
Katharine A. Maloney
May 3, 2017
Maloney, Katharine A. Passed away surrounded by her family on May 3, 2017 at the age of 71. Loving sister of Paulette Maloney and Mary Curtis. Preceded in death by her parents Paul and Mary Maloney and her brother Daniel Maloney. Further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Katharine was a very giving, loving and tenacious person who...
Dawn M. Venne-Lucas
May 3, 2017
Venne-Lucas, Dawn M. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 2, 2017. Age 55 years. Loving wife and best friend of Brian Lucas for 37 years. Beloved daughter of Patricia (nee Verhein)(the late James) Czerwinski. Dearest sister of Jimmy Czerwinski II, Mark (Candace) and Bruce (Ellen) Venne. Cherished companion of her puppies Sophie, Maggie, Gladys, Rosie, Edy, Patsy. Special friend of...
Donald L. Efta
May 2, 2017
Efta, Donald L. Called Home to rest on Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at the age of 82 years. Beloved husband for 60 years of Shirley. Loving father of Colleen (George), John (Debbie), the late Laurie, Roxanne (Tony), Rachel (the late Byron) and Michelle (Mark) Efta. Cherished grandfather of Charles, Cassandra, Joseph, Johnnie and Brandon. Dear great-grandfather of Miles, Weston and...
June C. Rakowski
May 1, 2017
Rakowski, June C. (nee Mikulski) The lord called June home on Monday, May 1, 2017 age 84 years. Devoted and loving wife for 55 years of the late Jerome Rakowski. Wonderful and loving mom to Richard (Kelly) Rakowski and Julie (Jeff) Kruse. Dearest friend of Tom and Nancy Tarkowski. Special grandma to many children over the years. Further survived by...
Lucille A. Simons
May 1, 2017
Simons, Lucille A. (nee Schmidt) Monday, May 1, 2017 age 96 years. Cherished wife of 67 years to the late Richard G. Simons. Loving mother of Jon W. (Noelle) Simons and Lynn (Robert) Salzwedel, Mark (Karen) Simons and Julie (Richard) Tollefson. Devoted grandma of Jon R. (Michelle) Simons, Cristine (Todd) Luebstorf, Rebecca (Brad) Berger, Laura (Brian) Palicka, Anne (Chad) Blanke,...
Grace A. Jirikowic
Apr 29, 2017
(nee Ziniewicz) Grace was born in the midst of the great depression to first generation Polish immigrants. She was one of seven children born in Milwaukee, WI where she would live her entire life. When WWII broke out, she answered her countrys call and served as a typist in the Army. It was there that she would meet the love...
Roger M. Morren
Apr 27, 2017
Thursday, April 27, 2017. Age 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Jeanette (nee De Bels). Dear father of Darlene, Beverly and Suzanne (Jack) Liban. Grandfather of Ryan, Jessica (Nick), Shelly (Carl), Elise and Katie. Proud great-grandfather of Elovie and Molly. Brother of Kay (Peter) and Nancy. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home Tuesday,...
Sigurd "Butch" W. Skare Jr.
Apr 25, 2017
Tuesday, April 25, 2017. Age 74 years. Beloved husband of the late Sharon (nee Weinzatl). Dear father of Brenda (Richard) Baas, Wendy Jo Skare and Jim (fianc Karen Summers) Skare. Grandfather of Tia, Richard II, Zachary Baas and Breann Schmidt. Brother of Norman (the late Karen) and Gordon (Margaret) Skare. Further survived by one niece, other relatives and friends. Visitation...
Antonia "Toni" Heisel
Apr 24, 2017
Heisel, Antonia Toni (nee Calderon) Age 64, found peace April 24, 2017 at her home with her loved ones surrounding her. She is survived by her 4 beautiful daughters, TracyRae (Jodi) Luchetta, Tanya Polzin, Danielle Heisel (Don Habermehl), and Crystal (Ryan) Kocherer and 6 wonderful grandchildren, William, Hydn, Jack, Reagan, Randall, and Reegan. Survived by siblings; her lifelong best friend...
Diega C. Perez Laboy
Apr 24, 2017
Diega C. Prez Laboy Went Home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 24, 2017 at the age of 84 years. Beloved wife for 68 years of Santos Prez Rodrguez. Loving mother of Hector (Mary) Prez-LaBoy, Carlos (Zoraida) Prez-Laboy, Maria (Efrain) Burgos, Santos Jr. (the late Marie) Prez Laboy, Jos (Lillian) Prez Laboy, Maria (Angel) Ortiz and Luz (Roosevelt)...
Michael C. Radke
Apr 24, 2017
Found peace on Monday, April 24, 2017 at the age of 63. Loving husband of Daniela (nee Linvik) for 42 years. Beloved father of Jennifer (Jason) Luce and Melissa (Javier) Gonzalez. Cherished grandpa of Barrett, Aidan and Noah. Dear brother of Mark (Sharon), Robert (Diane) and John (Debbie) Radke. Further survived by many dear friends, relatives and other family. Memorial...
Gerald R. Genz
Apr 22, 2017
Gerald R. Genz Died peacefully on Saturday, April 22, 2017. Age 80 years. Beloved husband of Patricia A. Genz. Loving father Deborah Genz of Eagle River, WI, Richard (Sue) Genz of Burlington, WI and Shawn of Mokena, IL. Cherished grandfather of Krystle (Joe) Reeves, Justin (Amanda) McGee and Matthew (Kelsey) McGee; Megan Genz; Noah Genz and Madalyn Genz. Treasured great-grandfather...
Ann E. Germanson
Apr 22, 2017
Germanson, Ann Elizabeth Ann Elizabeth Germanson, 87, died April 22, at her home of cancer. Beloved wife of Kenneth and children, Laurie Stott, David Germanson and Joanne (David) Monyelle, all of Milwaukee, and Richard (Susan) of New York City, five grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. A daughter, Jill Lozier, preceded her in death. Ann was born Feb. 11, 1930, in...
Irvin H. Jenson
Apr 21, 2017
Died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, April 21, 2017. Age 95 years. Beloved wife of Elaine (nee Feine) for 65 years. Dear father of Konnie (Dave) Otto and Steve (Tammy) Jenson. Grandfather of Ryan and Erika Jenson. Preceded in death by his siblings Archie, Otilia, Mabel and Mearl. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Memorial...
Robert J. Kroll
Apr 21, 2017
Reunited with his beloved wife of 64 years Rosemarie (nee Kozinski) on Friday, April 21, 2017 at the age 83. Loving father of Robert (Charlotte), Steve (Judy), Cindy (Jeff) Martyka and Greg Kroll. Loving grandpa of 9 and great grandpa of 9. Caring brother of Kenneth, Elaine (Joseph) Kozinski, Vivian (the late Tom) Nick, Wayne, Susan (Bob) Kusnick and Kathleen...
Karen A. Froelich
Apr 20, 2017
(nee Gritz) Entered into Eternal Life on Thursday, April 20, 2017. Age 67 years. Beloved mother of Mark Froelich. Cherished sister of the late Judie (Bob) Forrest. She is further survived be her nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial Visitation at the Funeral Home FRIDAY, April 28, 2017 from 10:00 AM-12:00 Noon. Memorial Services at 12:00 Noon. The family...
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