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Leo F Budnik

Leo F Budnik

Nov 7, 2015

Born on January 7, 1931, died peacefully on November 7, 2015, age 84 years. Loving husband of Bernice (nee Buege) for 64 years. Dear father of the late Karen (Robert) Padden, Ron (Norma) and Leo (Sandra) Budnik. Further survived by 11 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, his sister Charlene (Greg) Bloomberg, brother-in-law Richard Jonen and other relatives and friends. He is preceded...

Virginia M. "Ginny" " Ma" Wahl

Virginia M. "Ginny" " Ma" Wahl

Nov 6, 2015

(nee Eickhoff) Known by those close to her as "Ginny or Ma", found peace on Friday, November 6, 2015, age 85 years. Loving mother of Thomas (Debbie) Wahl, John (Sandy) Wahl, Theresa (Barry) Jones and the late James Wahl. Proud grandma of Mandi Wahl, John (Jayme) Wahl, Parker Jones and Vicci Wahl. Preceded in death by her parents and five...

Joseph M. Niedzielski

Joseph M. Niedzielski

Nov 6, 2015

Born to eternal life Friday, November 6, 2015 age 75 years. Beloved husband of Maryann (nee Hansen). Dear father of Charlene (Dino) Kosta, Joseph Jr., Barbara (David) Sundquist and the late Christine. Loving grandfather of Khrista, Dustin, Jesse, Michael, Brandon and Rachel. Fond brother of Sue Szulczewski. Further survived by 5 great-grandchildren, other family and friends. Memorial Visitation at the...

Lorraine H. Pietrzak

Lorraine H. Pietrzak

Nov 6, 2015

(nee Robaczek) Went Home to be with her Lord and Savior and reunited with her late husband Edward B. Pietrzak on Friday, November 6, 2015, Age 90 years. Loving mother of the late David, Michael, Kathleen (Patrick) Mostowik, and Paul (Laura) Pietrzak. Cherished grandmother of Brian Mostowik, Eddie Pietrzak, Nicole Sekach (Jimmie) and Scott Sekach (Taylor). Dear great-grandmother of Natalia...

Elizabeth "Aunt Liz" Ploszaj

Elizabeth "Aunt Liz" Ploszaj

Nov 5, 2015

Ploszaj, Elizabeth "Aunt Liz" Born to Eternal Life on Thursday, November 5, 2015. Age 94 years. Cherished aunt of Mary Ann (the late Eric) Schulz, the late Elizabeth Ann M. "Betsy", Matthew and Judith Ann Ploszaj, Margaret (Sherien) Dranzik, Katherine (Steve) Beeson, the late Barbara (Don) Stewart, Theresa (Joseph) Schuster, the late James and Wayne (Susan) Ploszay, Cheryl (Scott) Sleider,...

Cory L. Napiontek

Cory L. Napiontek

Nov 5, 2015

Of South Milwaukee. Thursday, November 5, 2015. Age 54 years. Beloved soul mate of Carrie Johnson. Cherished brother of Darryl (Cindy) Napiontek. Loving step-father of Katrina Phalen and Patrick Johnson. Preceded in death by his parents Richard and Florence Napiontek. Further survived by other family members and friends. Private services were held. Interment Holy Sepulcher Cemetery. PRASSER-KLECZKA SOUTH SUBRBAN CHAPEL...

Joseph H. "Buddy" Smith

Joseph H. "Buddy" Smith

Nov 3, 2015

Smith, Joseph H. "Buddy" Passed away at home on November 3, 2015, age 90 years. He is preceded in death by his wife, Josephine, who referred to him as her "Ever-lovin Joe", his step-son Mark, his parents, sister, Catherine, and brother, Don. Loving father of Leslie Ann and Kathy. Dear grandfather of Analisa, Andrew (Valerie) and Katherine. He will be...

Mary J. Forecki

Mary J. Forecki

Nov 2, 2015

(nee Kapmarski) Born to Eternal Life Monday, November 02, 2015. Age 85 years. Devoted wife of the late Donald Forecki. Loving daughter of the late Joseph and Alfreda Kapmarski. Further survived by other cousins, relatives and friends. Visitation FRIDAY, November 6, 2015 from 9:30-11:00 AM at ST. JOHN PAUL II PARISH at St. Helen Church, 3329 S. 10th St. Milwaukee....

Stephanie "Joan" Jaskulski

Stephanie "Joan" Jaskulski

Nov 2, 2015

Jaskulski, Stephanie "Joan" (nee Stempski) Monday, November 2, 2015. Age 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Erwin for 46 years. Loving mother of Sherry (Doug) Derrick and Lawrence Jaskulski. Proud grandmother of Mark (Kerry) Derrick, Jill Russo and Scott Derrick. Great grandmother of Ryann and Mackenzie Derrick, Daryn, Ben and Emmi Russo. Caring sister of Helen (the late Raymond)...

Roberta L."Bobbie" Rezutek

Roberta L."Bobbie" Rezutek

Nov 1, 2015

(nee Gardner) Born to eternal life on Sunday, November 1, 2015, age 78 years. Beloved wife of the late Benedict M. Rezutek, and daughter of the late Robert and Eldora Gardner. Loving mother of Tim (Terry) Seipel, Chris (Michelle) Seipel and Benedict R. (DeAnna) Rezutek. Proud grandma of Nathan, Phillip (Sarah) Seipel, Matthew (Diandrea) Seipel; Christopher and Miya Seipel; Jacob,...

Ralph Milbrath

Ralph Milbrath

Oct 31, 2015

Went to join his beloved wife, Arlene (nee Wilson), on Saturday, October 31, 2015, age 86 years. Loving father of Guy (Brenda) Milbrath, Gail Milbrath, Susan (Phil) Krawczyk and Darcy (Ed) Ellenson. Dear brother of John (Sue) Milbrath Proud grandfather of 9 and 7 great-grandchildren. Also survived by other family and friends. Ralph was a U.S. Navy veteran Serving during...

Janice D. Hayman

Janice D. Hayman

Oct 31, 2015

Of Anoka, MN, formerly of Milwaukee, WI. Died on October 31, 2015 at age 86. Janice Hayman was born in Milwaukee in 1929 to the late Edward and Martha Klotz. She was married to the late Charles Hayman from 1948 to 1982. Janice is survived by her children David (Krista) Hayman, Coon Rapids, MN, Kerry (John) Forsberg, Shoreview MN, and...

Jeremy M. Trawitzki

Jeremy M. Trawitzki

Oct 30, 2015

Trawitzki, Jeremy M. God called Jeremy Home on Friday, October 30, 2015. Age 38 years. Loving dad of Hannah Paepcke. Beloved son of Mike and Carrie Trawitzki. Brother of Joe Trawitzki, Julie (Paul) Trzebiatowski and Janet O'Neill. Dear uncle of Madison and Zeke. Jeremy is further survived by his cherished aunts and uncles, other family members and many dear friends....

Philip A. Knoth

Philip A. Knoth

Oct 28, 2015

Tuesday, October 27, 2015 age 23 years. Beloved son of Rosalyn (fianc-Randy Potter) Knoth. Dear brother of Daniel and Bernard Knoth. Fond grandson of Mary Jane Knoth, the late Rosauro and Felicidad Tecson. Fond nephew of Josefina (Ricardo) Macario, Rosauro (the late Lorna) and the late Ruby Tecson. Further survived by other family and friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home...

Joanne M Baglien

Joanne M Baglien

Oct 28, 2015

Baglien, Joanne M. (nee Schael) of St. Francis died Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at Ruth Hospice at the age of 83 years. She is survived by her children Dennis (Susan), Dawn, Darryl and the late Doug (Dee Brandt). Grannie of Angie Desjarlais (Charlie My Boy), Maria, Tony, Chris Bingham, David, Daniel and Matthew. Grannie JoJo of Meghan Brandt. Great Grannie...

Angeline M. Rollfink

Angeline M. Rollfink

Oct 28, 2015

Rollfink, Angeline M. "Angie" Wednesday, October 28, 2015. Age 78 years. Loving mother of Jonathan (Theresa) Vandehei, Jeffrey (Janice) Vandehei, Jacalyn Rollfink, James (Lauren) Brown, Jesse Johnson, Isaiah, Marzette and Hunter Fredack. Angie is further survived by 17 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, other family members and friends. Memorial visitation at the Funeral Home MONDAY, November 2, 2015 from 5-7 PM. Memorial...

Carol L. Helgren

Carol L. Helgren

Oct 26, 2015

Helgren, Carol L. (nee Carlson) Monday, October 26, 2015. Age 85 years. Beloved wife of 64 years to Charles. Loving mom of Charlene and Jim (Kathy) Helgren. Proud grandma of Adam (Tracy) and Cameron (Audi). Great grandma of Brianna, Grace and Lauren. Sister-in-law of Ruth, Virginia and Don. Further survived by other family and friends. Preceded in death by her...

Robert  J. Hansen

Robert J. Hansen

Oct 26, 2015

Found peace on Monday, October 26, 2015. Age 72 years. Robert was born September 4, 1943 to the late Charles and Ruth Hansen. He is survived by his daughters Kelley (Ryan) Pattee, Melanie Hansen, and Lisa (Matt) Stewart. His grandchildren Addison and Jackson Pattee, Nathan and Carter Whalen. Former husband and dear friend of Anne LaPaz. Further survived by other...

Audrey  G. Cheeseman

Audrey G. Cheeseman

Oct 24, 2015

Found peace on Saturday, October 24, 2015. Age 89 years. Beloved wife of the late John Cheeseman. Loving mother of Janet (Jan) Tomko, John Cheeseman, Rex (Kathy) Cheeseman, Lee Cheeseman, Dawn Tietyen, Sharon (Doug) Pinzer, Tim Cheeseman, Scott Cheeseman, Brian Cheeseman, Mark (Brenda) Cheeseman, Sheila (John) Barnes, Larry Cheeseman and the late Bette (the late Jack) Scribner. Dearest sister of...

Jean C. Schmit

Jean C. Schmit

Oct 20, 2015

94, Was born to eternal life on Tuesday, October 20th, 2015 in the loving care of St. Ann's Retirement Home. Jean was born January 19, 1921 in Milwaukee, the only and much beloved daughter of Josephine (Mirkes) and John P. Schmit. Jean was a lifelong member of the St. Ann's Society, Marianist Lay Community, and the Immaculate Conception Church. Jean...

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