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Frankie 'Jan' Bindas

Frankie 'Jan' Bindas

Jan 17, 2024

Bindas, Frankie J. (nee Roper) Born to Eternal Life January 17, 2024 at the age of 88. Loving wife of the late George R. Cherished mother of Denise Chojnacki, Jeff Bindas, Ken (Diane) Bindas and Mark Bindas. Beloved grandmother of Angela Bindas, James Chojnacki, Jodi Chojnacki, Josh Kendzierski and Gregory Bindas. Great-grandmother of Alex, Abby, Angelee (Caleb), Aaliyah and...

Lynn A. Hagen

Lynn A. Hagen

Jan 16, 2024

(nee Bartol) Left us too soon on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, age 54 years. Beloved mother of Nicole (Chase Hewitt) and Kristin Nowicki. Cherished daughter of Sue Bartol and the late Ray Bartol. Dear sister of Jesse (Renee') Bartol, the late Jacob Kruse, Jackie Kruse and Joey Kruse. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other family, friends, co-workers and her...

Gerry A. Vogel

Gerry A. Vogel

Jan 16, 2024

Vogel (nee Africano) joined her beloved husband, the late Donald Barry Vogel in the next great adventure on January 17, 2024 after a courageous battle with dementia. In addition to her husband, she was proceeded in death by her mother, Margaret Mazzola (Lutrario); stepfather, Joseph Mazzola; and father Jerry Africano. She is survived by her daughters Anna Vogel Purnell...

Patricia R. Pisarek

Patricia R. Pisarek

Jan 15, 2024

(nee Fintak) Born to Eternal Life January 15, 2024 at the age of 87. Beloved mother of Steven (Lawrie) Pietrowiak, Cathy (Gene) Campbell and Jill Pietrowiak. Cherished grandmother of Garrison, Trevor (Julie) Pietrowiak, Lauren, Lindsey and Ian Campbell. Dear mother-in-law of Dave Bachtell. Preceded in death by her first husband, Joseph Pietrowiak, second husband Robert Pisarek and her children...

Ret. Col. Usaf Casey (Clarence) M. Backes

Ret. Col. Usaf Casey (Clarence) M. Backes

Jan 15, 2024

Found peace and was reunited with his beloved wife Marge (nee Ochoxner) on January 15, 2024. Loving father of Kyle (Kim), Kelly and Kraig Backes. Further survived by his grandchildren, Jordan (Kaitlin) and Ryan (Emily Duelge) Backes, and his great-granddaughters, Ella and Aubrey Backes. Casey was predeceased by parents, Matt and Ann Backes (Zimmer), sisters Jean (Don) Holton, and...

Ruthellen Barbara Slaaen

Ruthellen Barbara Slaaen

Jan 13, 2024

Slaaen, Ruthellen (nee Sosalla). Born to Eternal Life January 13, 2024 at the age of 96. Cherished mother of Robert Slaaen. Beloved grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Private family services were held.

Richard R. Haske

Richard R. Haske

Jan 13, 2024

Richard R. Haske "Dick"

The curtains closed on an extraordinary life, Saturday, January 13, 2024, age 89 years. Beloved husband for 64 years to Joan (nee Mulqueen). Loving father of Richard II (Karolina) Haske, Kathryn (David) Schires, Maureen (Andrew Hitchcock) Haske and Carin Belan. Proud grandfather of Meagan (Josh) Lecus, Nicholas (Jessica) Schires, Alexandra (Braxton Davis) Schires,...

Karen L. Lopez

Karen L. Lopez

Jan 9, 2024

(nee Kasar). Born to Eternal Life Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at the age of 81 Loving wife of Candido Lopez-Garcia. Mother of David, Sara (Bob), Melissa (Troy) and Michael (Kristen). Grandmother of seven and great grandmother of four. Visitation Monday, January 15 from 10am to 11am at The FUNERAL HOME with a Funeral Service at 11am. Interment to follow...

Cleo William Smith

Cleo William Smith

Jan 8, 2024

Smith, Cleo W., lovingly known as Bill. Born to Eternal Life on January 8th, 2024 at the age of 70. Beloved husband of Chun (nee Park) for 49 years. Loving father of Nancy (Joel) Rupnick, Tony (Nancy) Smith and Chrystal (Jason) Kerwin. Cherished Papa of Andrew, Tony, Kishanti and Kylee. Proud Great Papa of Seoul, Tucker and Nova. Also...

Hector Luis Cruz

Hector Luis Cruz

Jan 8, 2024

Hector Luis Cruz Jr.

(April 19, 1992 - January 8, 2024)

MILWAUKEE - It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Hector Luis Cruz Jr., who left us on January 8, 2024, at the age of 31. Hector was born on April 19, 1992, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin....

Karen S. Brennan (Todorovich)

Karen S. Brennan (Todorovich)

Jan 7, 2024

Passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 7, 2024 at the age of 62. Loving wife of the late Joseph S. Todorovich. Dear stepmother of the late Michael J. Todorovich. Beloved daughter of Sue Krueger. Cherished sister of Jon (Julie) Warmke, Kathy Brennan, Michael (Yasmin) Brennan, Thom (Nancy) Brennan and Joely Magana. Dear sisters-in-law Barbara Todorovich and Marilyn (Richard) Petlewski....

Rogelio M. Delgado Sr.

Rogelio M. Delgado Sr.

Jan 6, 2024

Found peace on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at the age of 91. Born in Tangancicuaro,

Michoacan, Mexico on November 6, 1932. Raised in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. After

serving in the United States Army during the Korean War, he made his home in Wisconsin for the last 66 years. Loving spouse of the late, Verna Delgado....

Linda A. Johnson

Linda A. Johnson

Jan 5, 2024

Born to Eternal Life January 5, 2024, at the age of 74. Loving wife of the late David M. Johnson. Beloved mother of Angela Haybeck and Timothy Johnson. She will be missed by Angela's puppy, Mia, Linda's "baby girl." She is survived by her sisters Sandi (Ed) Duffy, Donna (Ed) Melchior, and Lisa (Dan) Warwick. Further survived by nieces,...

Cheryl D. Barrington

Cheryl D. Barrington

Jan 4, 2024

Barrington, Cheryl D.

(nee Keast) Passed away January 4, 2024 at the age 76. Loving wife of Thomas Barrington "Tom" for 55 years. Dear sister-in-law of Barbara (Harry) Bandash and Robert Barrington. Further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society or HAWS In...

Victor Tony Ruka

Victor Tony Ruka

Jan 3, 2024

Passed away peacefully into the arms of his Heavenly family on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at the age of 96. Cherished husband of 42 years to Jean (nee Schirpke) Ruka. Loving father of Michael (Colleen) Ruka, Catherine (the late Melvin) Wright and the late Andrew Ruka. Grandfather of Jessica and Joshua (Heather) Ruka. Brother of Armand (Polly) Ruka and...

Charles F. Baitinger

Charles F. Baitinger

Jan 2, 2024

Born to Eternal Life January 2, 2024 at the age of 82. Loving husband of the late Jane (nee Treu). Cherished father of Scott Baitinger, Nicole Baitinger and Danielle (Dan) Gallo. Beloved grandpa of Layla, Pearl and Atlas Gallo. Brother of Ron Baitinger the late Dan Baitinger. Further survived by other relatives and friends.

We bid farewell...

Eileen Elizabeth O'Brien

Eileen Elizabeth O'Brien

Jan 1, 2024

Eileen Elizabeth O'Brien, daughter of Frances (Hurley) and Edmund O'Brien, was born on November 19, 1944 in Whittemore, Iowa, and died on January 1, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Beloved by all who were blessed to know her, Eileen was a pillar of her family, her community, and her church. Eileen led by example, demonstrating an enormous heart, humility, and...

Janet Mae Falk

Janet Mae Falk

Jan 1, 2024

Falk, Janet (nee Rymaszewski). Born to Eternal Life January 1, 2024 at the age of 74 after a heroic fight with breast cancer. Loving wife of Terrence. Cherished mother of Katie Falk and Carl (Linh) Falk. Beloved grandmother of Mavis and Viola Mueller and Julie and Valerie Falk. Sister of David (Jody) Rymaszewski, Lois (Mark) Lucas, Lynn (Lyle) Conner...

Robert L. Livesey

Robert L. Livesey

Dec 31, 2023

Found peace on Sunday, December 31, 2023, age 81 years. Beloved husband for 60 years to Peggy (nee Goodman). Loving dad of William (Lisa), Kathryn, Karen and James Livesey. Proud grandpa of Joseph (Amanda), Justin, Tyler and Amanda May Livesey; Reese and Georgia. Adored "father figure" to Pam Hosp, dear friend, Tom Spara and trusted family friend, Eric Olson....

Patricia Ann Duke

Patricia Ann Duke

Dec 30, 2023

Died peacefully at her home on Saturday, December 30, 2023 at the age of 87. Mother of Pamela (Curt) Wuesthoff and the late Ann (Tony Marrtin) Hagen Martin. Proud grandma of Elizabeth Wuesthoff, Tiffany Sherrill and Vincent Hagen. Great grandma of Maddie and Tyler Sherrill. Life long friend of Patricia Olson and the late Peggy Quirk.

Patricia...

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