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Rosemary K. Dejewski

Rosemary K. Dejewski

Jan 7, 2023

(nee Walendowski) Born To Eternal Life on Saturday, January 7, 2023, age 92 years. Loving wife of 58 years to the late Ronald. Cherished mother of Cindy (Ron) Pittelkow, Jill (Tom) Edwards and Michael (Karen) Dejewski. Beloved grandmother of Lindsay (Chris) Scotto DiVetta, Laura (Matt) Shilling, Liz (Cameron) Edwards-Cook, and Kim (Vivek) Edwards-Kocharlakota, David (Christine) Dejewski, Sarah (Alex) Rexrode,...

Thomas James Loder

Thomas James Loder

Jan 7, 2023

Loder, Thomas J. Left us unexpectedly on January 7, 2023 at the age of 62. Survived by the love of his life of Cheryl (nee Alvarez). Brother of Bob Loder, Rich Loder, Debbie Hertzberg, Lisa (Bob Wegrzyn) Steinhoff and the late Frank Loder. Dog dad of Simba. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

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Maria Dolores Mercado

Maria Dolores Mercado

Jan 6, 2023

Maria D. Mercado

Born to Eternal Life on Friday, January 6, 2023 at the age of 73 years. Beloved wife of the late Ramiro Mercado. Loving mom of Ramiro Mercado, Angel Mercado, Rosalba Mercado, Sergio Mercado, Irene Mercado, Javier Mercado, Ricardo Mercado and Maria D. Mercado. Cherished grandma of Lorena, Moises, Carmen, Leticia, Ramiro and Alma Delia;...

Georgann Quirk

Georgann Quirk

Jan 6, 2023

(nee Nickrant) Born to Eternal Life after a long physical struggle on Friday, January 6, 2023. Age 71 years. Beloved wife of Steve Quirk. Loving mom of Ann Henner and Michael (Laura) Henner. Cherished Nana of Erin; Zachary, Kenneth and Jameson; Gwen and Ethan; Logan, Josh and Lennox. Adored sister of Judy (the late Ed "Shadow") Grzegorski. Treasured Godmother...

Lois C. Stich

Lois C. Stich

Jan 5, 2023

(nee Pollack) Passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at the age of 91. Preceded in death by her loving husband Herb Stich, and her daughter's Patricia Failey and Sandra (Rick) Eidsvoog. Survived by her loving daughters Lynda (Joe) Switalski and Mary Stich. Devoted grandma of Joseph (Melissa), Danielle (Mitch), Kristin (Chris) and Erin (Travis). Proud great-grandmother of...

Rita F. Erickson

Rita F. Erickson

Jan 4, 2023

Rita F. Erickson, age 80, of Milwaukee, passed away peacefully with her family on January 4th, 2023. Beloved mother to the late Dana Threlkeld and proud grandmother to Haley and Jason. She was big sister to her beloved brother Mark (Mickey) Rysticken and loving mother-in-law to David Threlkeld. She cherished her friends, whom she spoke of frequently. She taught...

Israel Torres

Israel Torres

Jan 4, 2023

In person visitation and services are for immediate family only.  If you wish to view the services you may view the Live-Streamed services on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 10:30 AM.

Clarise Mary Jankowski

Clarise Mary Jankowski

Jan 4, 2023

Jankowski, Clarise (nee Smerlinski). Born to Eternal Life January 4, 2023 at the age of 90. Loving wife of Francis. Cherished mother of Debra (Terry) Anderson, Thomas (Jodi), Philip (Rieko) and Christopher (Kindra). Beloved grandmother of Jeffrey, Jason, Lauren, Taryn, Tyler and Zachary. Great-grandmother of Hailey, Athena, Kataryna, Jude and Eleanora. Sister of the late Dolores (the late Edward)...

Barbara Bridget Schroeder

Barbara Bridget Schroeder

Jan 2, 2023

Schroeder, Barbara B. (nee Bialoszynski) found peace Monday, January 2, 2023 at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Allen Schroeder. Mother of David Richter. Grandma of Joseph, Jonathan and Jordyn. Sister of the late Jerome and the late Kenneth (the late Rose) Bialoszynski. Sister-in-law of Suzanne (Ronald) Pellett, Bill (Susanne) Schroeder, Ron (Betsy) Schroeder, Dale (Denise)...

Kenneth Robert Betley

Kenneth Robert Betley

Jan 1, 2023

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at the age of 73. Soulmate of 52 years to Elissa (nee Schreiber) Betley. Beloved father of Kristine (Todd) Kamenick and Jason (Wendy) Betley. Proud papa of Samantha Betley, Mackenzie Betley, Gavin Kamenick and TJ Betley. Brother of Adele (Bob) Guss. Further survived by other relatives and...

James Joseph Santi

James Joseph Santi

Jan 1, 2023

Found peace on Sunday, January 1, 2023, age 86 years. Loving husband for 66 years to Jean Santi. Beloved dad of Deborah Cayo and Denise Santi, Proud grandpa of Sara (Dustin), John and Austin Cayo. Preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Mary Santi; brothers August (Irene), Americo (Pearl) and Frank (Janis) and a sister Ida (Roland) Knowles....

William David Blue

William David Blue

Jan 1, 2023

Born to Eternal Life on Sunday January 1, 2023. Age 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Barbara. Preceded in death by his siblings Carl, Floyd, Bob and Jessie Weber

Father of Steven Bialoszynski, Michael Bialoszynski, Kimberley (Bruce) McElroy, David Blue and Nanette (Tim) Prendergast.

Grandfather of Thomas, Adam, the late Jospeh, Nicole Bialoszynski; Dustin,...

Marilyn Ann Koszuta

Marilyn Ann Koszuta

Dec 30, 2022

(nee Regele) Marilyn began her journey to her Heavenly Home from a small farming community, Athens, WI, on July 24th, 1933. After 89 years, she reached her goal Friday, December 30th, 2022. Preceded in death by her dearest husband Carl. Marilyn sadly leaves behind two loving sons, Steven and Edward, Steven's thoughtful wife Marie, and Edward's significant other Ramona...

Leonard Wanta

Leonard Wanta

Dec 30, 2022

December 30, 2022 at the age of 93 years. Born in Stevens Point on July 24, 1929 to the late Theordore B. and Clara (Weronke) Wanta. Brother of the late Jerome and Rita (the late Kenneth) Korleski of Rockton, IL. Uncle of Deborah Bates, Portland, OR; Sandra (James) Aspland, Rockton, IL; Karen Korleski, Rockford, IL; the late Mary Korleski;...

Howard Jerome Slawny

Howard Jerome Slawny

Dec 28, 2022

Peacefully and surrounded by family, Howard J. Slawny passed away on Wednesday, December 28th at the age of 99 years.

Howard will lovingly be remembered by his wife Jeannie of 52 years; children: Paula, Pam (Mike), Jack (Barb), Betsy (Steve), 4 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. Howard was predeceased by his wife of 20 years (Dorothy); son...

Robert George Injeski

Robert George Injeski

Dec 28, 2022

Injeski, Robert G. Born to Eternal Life on December 28, 2022 at the age of 86. He was the loving husband of Harriet Ilene (nee Miller), the cherished father of Thomas (Carol) Injeski and Victoria Heideman, and the beloved grandfather of Alexandra and Emma. Bob was the brother of Margie (Hector) Mendoza, Walter (the late Bertha), Raymond (Bobbie), the...

Jo Schardt

Jo Schardt

Dec 27, 2022

Josephine Otylia Schardt "Jo" (nee Frenczak), 95, Passed away on December 27, 2022 with the love of her many nieces and nephews. She co-owned Standard Oil and Tool with her late husband Raymond. A life time Pioneer, she retired after 39 years of service with AT&T.

What gave Jo the most joy was spending time with her...

Jeffrey Earl Tice

Jeffrey Earl Tice

Dec 26, 2022

Tice, Jeffrey Earl left this world peacefully on the morning of Dec 26, 2022 after a long, but relatively peaceful struggle with dementia. Son, Stepson, Brother, Step Brother, first among cousins and dear friend to many. Jeff was a voracious reader, hobby craftsman, lover of cats & dogs, and could readily recite the capitals to all 50 States. Jeff's...

Kathleen J. Gunderson

Kathleen J. Gunderson

Dec 26, 2022

(nee Demarais) Born to Eternal Life on Monday, December 26, 2022, age 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Gordon for 64 years. Loving mother of Susan Karpinski, Steven Gunderson, Cynthia Schaefer (Mike), Lonnie (Kay), Norman (Michelle), Teri (Eric) Larson, Gregory (Michelle). Further survived by 22 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, other family members and friends.

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Mark Franklin Braatz

Mark Franklin Braatz

Dec 24, 2022

Braatz, Mark F. Reunited in Heaven with the love of his life on December 24, 2022 at the age of 66. Loving husband of the late Mary (nee Conway). Cherished father of Thomas Conway and Eric (Sarah) Braatz. Beloved grandfather of Zephan, Lorelei and Addison. Brother of Carolyn, Todd, Scott (Korie) and Frank Braatz Jr, and Karen Fischer. Proud...

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