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Francine Ruth Knepper
Apr 16, 2025
(nee Lusardi) Passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Wednesday, April 16 , 2025 at the age of 75. Beloved wife of 21 years to the late Dennis Kaczmarek. Loving mom of Tammy (Michael) Haase and Chad (Lisa) Kaczmarek. Proud grandma of Preston, Sloane and Brooke. Sister of Thom (Mary) Lusardi. Caring wife of the late Jerry Knepper. Further survived...
Dennis Ristow
Apr 16, 2025
In Loving Memory of
Dennis Nelson Ristow
April 16, 2025 • Age 91
With heavy hearts, we share that Dennis Nelson Ristow found peace on April 16, 2025, at the age of 91.
Dennis was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He is survived by his wife, Joan Ristow; his...
Paula J. Marshall
Apr 15, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Paula Johanna Marshall, age 93, who departed this life on April 15, 2025, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Born on August 12, 1931, in the vibrant city of Milwaukee, Paula graced the world with her warmth, kindness, and an unwavering love for family and nature.
Paula dedicated over thirty-five years of...
Sanford "San" C. Countryman
Apr 15, 2025
Sanford "San" Catlin Countryman
Was born into eternal life on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at age 90 years. Beloved husband of Karen Countryman (nee Threlkeld). Dear father of Bradley (Colette) Countryman and Debra (Donald) Shutt. Fond step-father of Susan Hamilton, Gail (Randy) Czerwinski, and Brian (Mary) Bauerschmidt. Cherished brother of Thomas. Loving grandpa of Austin (Alice), Sarah,...
Ronald R. Perez
Apr 14, 2025
"Noonie"
Reunited with Christ on Monday April 14, 2025 at age 90. Loving husband of the late Shirley M. Perez (nee Flores). Loving and devoted Father of Julie (Juan) Avila. Beloved grandfather of Grace and Bella. Cherished brother of Theresa (the late McLain) Brunke.
Ronald is preceded in death by his parents Rafael R. Perez...
Clifford "Cliff" Arnold Pescheck
Apr 14, 2025
Pescheck, Clifford "Cliff". Born to Eternal Life April 14, 2025 at the age of 59. Devoted father of Heather (Leslie) Marton and Marissa Pescheck. Beloved Papa of Xavier. Brother of Tass, Colleen (Mike) Saglin, Carl, Craig (Lisa), Clark (Linda), Curt, and the late Chris. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends, and his little buddies Lotsa and...
Robert John Hashek
Apr 13, 2025
Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to James and Anne (Kanuaz) Hashek, passed away on
April 13th, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife, Frances Hashek (Nee Zeeryp), and
his four daughters, Anita (Jesse) Sandoval, Dana (Norm) Lidholm, Dawn Rambo, and
LeAnn (John) Conway, as well as his stepson, John (Heather) Baird. Also survived...
Mark J. Somers
Apr 13, 2025
Mark Somers, 62, of Milwaukee passed suddenly in his sleep on April 13, 2025.
Born July 23, 1962 to James and Barbara Somers, he was the eldest of five children. He proudly served in the Army Reserves for four years, and he had recently retired from being a skilled tradesman with the carpenters union.
Somers...
Jeffrey Clayton Jones
Apr 13, 2025
Jones, Jeffrey Jr. Taken from us too soon April 13, 2025 at the age of 44. Cherished father of Aubrey June. Brother of Tanya and the late Jason Jones. Son of Jeffrey Sr. and Carol Jones. Dear friend of Rachel June, Jamie and Jason. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Private Services were held....
Kenneth "Ken" E. Sellers
Apr 12, 2025
Kenneth "Ken" E Sellers
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at age 81. Beloved husband of Karen Sellers (nee Sievert) for 57 years. Loving father to Kenny (Jackie) Sellers and Kelly Sellers (Jeremy). Dear grandpa of Brandon (Bailey) Wood, and Taylor and Kenzie Sellers. Further survived by other family members. No formal services will be...
Joseph Anthony Schneider
Apr 9, 2025
Joseph Anthony Schneider, age 69, of West Allis, WI, passed away April 9, 2025. Born on August 15, 1955, in Milwaukee, WI, Joe lived a life rich with humor, curiosity, and quiet dedication to his family and passions.
The son of the late Harold and Dorothy Schneider (née Sobolik), Joe grew up in Milwaukee alongside his siblings...
Elissa J. Betley
Apr 8, 2025
(nee Schreiber) Passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at the age of 75. Joined together with her Soulmate of 52 years the late Kenneth Betley. Beloved mother of Kristine (Todd) Kamenick and Jason (Wendy) Betley. Proud grandma of Samantha Betley, Mackenzie Betley, Gavin Kamenick and TJ Betley. Sister of Dulce (Dennis) Jacobson, Jeannine (Joe) Rodriguez and Randi (Jim)...
Lou Lorraine Mallory
Apr 7, 2025
Lou Lorraine Mallory
Passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2025 with her granddaughter Jessica and her husband Shawn by her side at the age of 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Curtis Mallory. Loving mom of Jim (Veronica) Ruleford and the late Connie Toothacher. Cherished grandma of Jessica (Shawn) Voelz, Patrick (Amber) Ruleford; Chris, Ricky,...
Christine Mary Mountcastle
Apr 5, 2025
(nee Warczak) Christine Mountcastle entered into Eternal Life on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at the age of 76.
Christine is survived by her beloved children Timothy Mountcastle, Catherine (Christopher) Kemp, Brian (Julie) Mountcastle, and Julie Schwan; her cherished grandchildren Thomas Newton, Victor Schwan, Robert Kemp, Michael Mountcastle, Darius Mountcastle, Brooklynn Lebich-Mountcastle, and Dylan Lebich-Mountcastle. Preceded in death...
Gregory J. "Gary" Loehrer
Apr 5, 2025
Gregory J. (Gary) Loehrer, age 89, of Greenfield, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Patricia T. (Pat) Loehrer (nee Wisniewski).
Gary is survived by his by five children: Cathy (Bill) Holnagel, Margaret (the late Mike) Snyder, Paul (Kimberly) Loehrer, Mark (Kim) Loehrer, and Patti...
Anna Leona Kizewski
Apr 5, 2025
Anna L. Kizewski (95), passed away peacefully at home on April 5, 2025 with her children at her side. She was born on February 20, 1930, in the Town of Alban, one of 14 children of John Sr. and Katherine (Goskowicz) Kulas.
On June 29, 1953 Anna married the boy next door, her best friend and love...
Roberta Lee Doxtator
Apr 4, 2025
Roberta was born April 19, 1937 in Tomah, Wisconsin to her parents, Isadore Doxtator and Beatrice Hill Doxtator and passed away peacefully on Friday, April 4, in Cudahy, WI at the age of 87 years. She is survived by her children Lorene (Tom) Patnode, Lisa (Jose) Ramirez, Brian Doxtator and Karin Doxtator; also her closely held, Antonio Doxtator, Armando...
James Lewis Mccoy
Apr 4, 2025
McCoy, James L.
Passed away Friday, April 4, 2025 at the age of 91. Preceded in death by his dear wife Violet (nee Hrejsa), brother Robert, sister Leota (Joseph) Balestrieri and step-daughter Linda Simmons. Proud Uncle of Thomas (Sandra) Balestrieri, Patricia (Roy) Stolpa, Judith Balestrieri and Janet (the late Richard) Rodman. Stepfather of Robert and Jeffery Simmons...
Edward J Petrin
Apr 4, 2025
Edward J. Petrin
"Ed"
Friday, April 4, 2025. Age 55 years. Loving brother of Ray (Nan) Petrin, Marie Haines, Bob Petrin, Charles (Jannis) Petrin. Dear half-brother of the late Jerome Robertson, Frank Jr. Petrin, the late Penny Petrin, Bill Petrin, David Petrin and the late Joann Petrin. Ed is also preceded in death by his...
Norman F. Behrendt Sr.
Apr 3, 2025
Norman F. Behrendt Sr.
Was peacefully born into eternal life on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at age 99 years. Beloved husband of the late Sally Behrendt (nee Jannetto), married for 66 years. Loving father of Craig (Helen) Behrendt, Bruce (Mary) Behrendt and Norman Jr. (Karen) Behrendt. Dear grandpa of Anthony and Alyssa Behrendt; Rebecca, Benjamin, Zachary, Emily...
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