Obituaries

Apr 15, 2024

Corey J. Frank

Passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 15, 2024 at the age of 36. Loving dad of Chloe Frank. Dear son of Joseph (Lisa) Frank and Michelle Frank. Cherished brother of Kailey, Colten, and Olivia. Beloved grandson of Margaret Heinz. Further survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Corey was...

Apr 12, 2024

Sandra Jean Horounziak

With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing of Sandra Jean Horounziak, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Born on September 4, 1964, in Milwaukee, WI. Sandra peacefully left this world surrounded by family on April 12, 2024 at the age of 59. Dear mother of Amanda (Francisco) Gonzalez, Joseph Chojnacki,...

Apr 11, 2024

Michael David Downs died on Thursday, April 11, 2024, after a brief illness and we are all devastated. Mike was the husband of Barbara (nee Schmidt), father of Erin (Tom) Berndt, Kim (Chuck) Torres, and Kelli Downs. He was the grandfather of Chris (Elina), Conor, Reid, Gabby, and Sam, and most recently, the great-grandfather of Lincoln Mae. Mike was...

Apr 11, 2024

Ricky Lee Graham (Rick), age 74, shed his earthly mantel and passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024. He was married to Cara-Lynn (Speare) for 42 years, raising two beloved daughters, Sandra Beth and the late Rachel Lee. He is also survived by his much-loved grandchildren Antoine, Mia, Aiden, Alejandro, Domini and Dorian, and his brothers and sisters. Rick...

Apr 10, 2024

Judith (Judy) Anne Jopke, age 78, of St. Francis, WI passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on April 10th, 2024.

Judy was born in Milwaukee to Marie and Jan Krelowicz on April 17th, 1946. She lived in Bay View until she married her adoring husband, Lawrence (Larry) Jopke on February 4th, 1966. Judy had a lengthy career...

Apr 9, 2024

James F. Marenda

Born to eternal life and joined his beloved wife, Judith (nee Orlowski) on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, age 86 years. Loving dad of Gregory Marenda, Laura (David Slivicki) Mac Cudden. Kathy (Roger) Hajek and Ann Marenda. Proud grandpa of Victoria, Nick, Michael, Tommy, Mathew, Nathan and the late Ryan. Dear great-grandpa of Sophia. Long...

Apr 8, 2024

Robert J. Harrison "Bob" (Wilbur), age 63, passed away peacefully with his soulmate, Laura Megal, by his side on April 8th, 2024.

Beloved partner of Laura Megal; Beloved father of Stacy Harrison; Beloved ex-husband of Nancy Tutaj; Beloved brother to Cathryn (James) Sokolowski, Elizabeth (Lawrence) Kiley; Beloved uncle to Heather (Robert) Ryan, Daniel Sokolowski, Andrew Sokolowski and...

Apr 6, 2024

Serrano, Marcial Sr. Found peace on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at the age of 86. He is survived by his wife, Jacki; his sister, Minerva Ortiz; his children, Brenda, Annette, Marcial Jr., Marco and Matthew; Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, other relatives and friends.

Visitation Saturday, April 13, 2024 at THE FUNERAL HOME from 9AM to 11AM. Procession to Woodlawn...

Apr 5, 2024

(nee Mancuso) Beloved wife of the late Henry Krist; devoted mom Jerry (Katherine) Krist. Proud grandma of Sydney Krist and Lyndsey Krist. Sister of the late Gerald (Maureen) Mancuso. Further survived by other relatives and friends.

Diane retired after 25 years as a Travel Agent in Rockford Illinois. She enjoyed playing cards and Bingo and dining out...

Apr 5, 2024

Bernice (Perlaczynski) Ruswick was born August 10, 1926, the youngest of the four children of Valentine Perlaczynski and Bertha (nee Kitzke) Perlaczynski. Although, her father died from illness less than two years later, she had no shortage of relatives. She and her family occupied the Polish flat of a house built and occupied by her grandfather and family and...

Apr 5, 2024

LeAnne Joy Ziemer has left the Diner!

Born February 21, 1958, LeAnne died in the loving arms of her wife on the morning of April 5, 2024.

LeAnne is survived by her wife, Sandy Ziemer, sister, Julie Haley, grandchildren, William and Hailey and family through marriage including Mark (Mary), Wendy (Michael), Jody (Bill), Lisa (Michael),...

Apr 4, 2024

Jacquelin R. Balistreri (nee Oettinger) was born to eternal life where she was reunited with the love of her life, Steve Balistreri Sr. on Thursday, April 4th, 2024 at the age of 72. Loving mother of Tony (Ericka) Balistreri and Steven (Sarah) Balistreri. Beloved Nana of Joseph, Elizabeth, Mia (Antonio), Steven III, Salvatore, and Sofia. Cherished great-grandmother of Marcus....

Apr 4, 2024

Linda Sue Siersyznski

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 4, 2024. Age 62 years. Beloved wife for 26 years of Mark Sierszynski. Loving mom of Jaclyn (Jake) Franecki, Joe Vargas and Jeremy (Chrissy) Sierszynski. Adored grandma of Isaiah, Olivia and Cecilia; Vince. Cherished daughter of Patricia and the late Robert Ratzmann. Dear sister of Mark (Connie) Ratzmann,...

Apr 2, 2024

Berry, John. Born to Eternal Life April 2, 2024 at the age of 67. Loving son of the late Barbara (nee Sinner) and the late Carl Berry. Brother of Karen (Salvador) Benitez, Joseph Berry and Penny Kilcrease. Uncle of Jeffrey Berry, Kimberly Hofstetter, Stella Benitez, Samantha Berry, Stacey Berry and Joseph Berry. Great-Uncle of Sebastian Benitez, Joshua Berry, Shane...

Apr 1, 2024

Robert D. Bales "Bob"

Passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024 at the age of 81. Loving husband of Margaret A. Wang-Bales. Beloved dad of John (Michelle), James (Jolene) and Joe (Vicki) Bales. Cherished grandpa of Brittany Harris, Christian and Kylie Bales, Joshua (Allison) and Jeremiah Bales, Jenna (Josh) Biermann and Alyssa Bales (Adam Kieffer). Dear brother...

Apr 1, 2024

Elaine Joyce Boyce July 12, 1929 - April 1, 2024

Elaine was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on July 12, 1929 to James and Anna Wolney (nee Dulak). She passed away quietly on April 1, 2024 at the age of 94.

Family, sailing, learning, and teaching were Elaine's passions. With her husband, Hawley, and three daughters...

Mar 31, 2024

Zess, Dianna (nee Korenkiewicz). Born to Eternal Life March 31, 2024 at the age of 79. Loving wife for 61 years of David Zess. Cherished mother of Tracy Heard and Scott (Chrissy) Zess. Beloved grandmother of Angel Heard, Alex Arnold and Joshua Zess. Great-Grandmother of Domonic. Sister of the late Roland Korenkiewicz, the late Richard Korenkiewicz and the late...

Mar 31, 2024

(nee Sauvé) was reunited with her husband, Donald, as she peacefully entered into eternal life on March 31, 2024. Loving mother of Dana (David) Eick and Caron Trataris. Beloved grandmother of Ambrose (Vera) Trataris Hannush and Sean Trataris. Cherished sister of Veronica (the late Gordon) Baker. Further survived by nieces, nephews, sister-in-laws and many dear friends.

Anne's...

Mar 30, 2024

David Gerhard Herriges passed away peacefully at his St. Camillus residence on Saturday, March 30, 2024, age 89 years. The beloved husband for 65 years to Nancy Kay (nee Easter) Herriges. Cherished Father of Christine (Jerry) Cayo, Catherine (Dale) Holland, Ellen (Keith) Drummond and Bill (Laurie) Herriges. Loving grandfather to 8 grandchildren: Jennifer (Xavier) Nitschke-Thomas, Hayley (Ryan Perez) Nitschke,...

Mar 30, 2024

Michael J. Fritsche

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, March 30, 2024. Age 69 years. Loving father of Mandy (Carl) Norman, Melissa (Joshua) Huth, Monica (John) Borchardt and Kristin (Jim) Krause. Cherished grandpa of Marcus Norman and Mason Fritsche; Camiren Huth and Kellen Huth; Morgan Borchardt, Preston Borchardt and Olivia Borchardt; Sophia Krause and...