Obituaries

Jul 9, 2025

Entered into Eternal Life on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at the age 80. Loving husband of 55 years to Joan (nee Miezin) Smith. Beloved and devoted dad of Jim (Julie) Smith III and Debra (Matthew) Jossart. Proud grandpa of Jonathan and Michael Jossart. Brother of Kathleen (Arnold) Tabaka. Further survived by his nieces, nephews and friends.

Jim...

Jul 8, 2025

Genevieve "Jean" M. Larsen (nee Ulrich)

Beloved wife to the late Morris Larsen. Loving mother to Margie (Steve) Ulrich, Ruth (Guy) Bohlman, Jennifer (Mark) Zakrzewski, and Greg (Patricia) Larsen. Cherished grandmother of Cherie (Chris) Jones, Steve (Amy) Ulrich, Ben Ulrich, Sarah (Matt) Palubicki, Ethan (Jennifer) Zakrzewski, Heidi (Cameron) Bardele, Hannah (Jordan) Arsnow, Josh (Melissa) Bohlman, Jakob Bohlman,...

Jul 7, 2025

(nee Galecki) Born to eternal life on Monday, July 7, 2025, age 83 years. Loving and caring mother of Dawn Karrington. Dear step-grandmother of Alyson, Ashleigh, Amberleigh and Alexandria. Further survived by cousins, other family, countless cherished friends who she considered her chosen family, and former students. She will be especially missed by her cousins, the Furru family, with...

Jul 5, 2025

Stemwell, Patricia (nee Brockman). Born to Eternal Life July 5, 2025 at the age of 96. Loving wife of the late William. Cherished mother of Michael (Vicki) Stemwell, Jonathan (Mary) Stemwell, Kevin (Vesna) Stemwell, Lisa (Randy) Pittser, Eric (Christina) Stemwell, Christopher (Jennifer) Stemwell, the late Kathy Stemwell and the late Jean Nadolny. Beloved grandmother of cherished grandchildren, great-granchildren, and...

Jul 4, 2025

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, July 4, 2025 at the age of 81. Loving dad to Melody Ann (Chris) Estrada, Charles Edward Wolf and Christopher Michael Wolf. Beloved partner of 60 years to Maria Conchita Villar Wolf. Devoted grandfather of Gabriella, Zachary and Aidan Estrada; Charles "Wolfie" and Chancellor Wolf. Caring brother of Peter (Peggy)...

Jul 4, 2025

John Everett Duff

A patriotic American John E. Duff passed away on the 4th of July, 2025. Age 71 years. Beloved husband for 52 years of Teodora "Teddy" Duff. Loving dad of Jessica (Kevin) L'Huillier, John L. Duff (Robin Bechler) and Amy (Phenix) Duff. Cherished grandpa of Leticia L'Huillier, Alyssa L'Huillier, Ciera L'Huillier and Samantha L'Huillier; Brianna...

Jul 4, 2025

Debra "Debbie" L. Lewis (nee Felt)

Promoted to Glory on Friday, July 4, 2025 at age 65 years. Debbie loved the beach, whether it be the beaches on the Chicago lakeshore where she grew up, or what became her happy place, Holden Beach, North Carolina, her home away from home. Her creativity was expressed through her sewing...

Jul 2, 2025

Linda Marie Ditello

age 75, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025. Born in Waukegan, Illinois, Linda resided in Milwaukee for her entire adult life. She had a unique upbringing as an "army brat," traveling with her parents during her childhood.

Professionally, Linda dedicated her career to being a Buyer, a role...

Jun 30, 2025

Lois Ann Clarke (nee Jurack), 80, of Greenfield, WI, passed peacefully on June 30th 2025, after

a difficult journey with Alzheimers disease.

Lois grew up in Lyons, IL, graduated from Rosary College (now part of Dominican University)

and taught at Nazareth Academy High School in Illinois. She was an avid collector of 45...

Jun 30, 2025

Richard "Dick" Rutzen

Born to eternal life on Monday, June 30, 2025, age 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Nancy (nee Tesnow) for 64 years. Loving father of Rob (Mary) Rutzen and the late Lynda Johnson (Larry Burss). Dear Grandpa of Dana (Preston) Chybowski and Kyle (Abby) Gorecki. Great grandpa of Mila and Levi Gorecki, Grayson...

Jun 27, 2025

Zuber, Kenneth "Kenny" A. Born to Eternal Life June 27, 2025 at the age of 91. Loving husband of Betty (nee Lavine) for 70 years. Cherished father of Steven (Sherre Hawkins) Zuber, Deb Christensen, Randy (Anne Kennedy) Zuber, Cindy (Dean Hammes) Koluch, Dan (Mary) Zuber and Sandy (Joel) Munter. Beloved grandfather of Rachel (Jeff) Easton, Cassie Schlosser, Race Kangas,...

Jun 27, 2025

Michael Vern Werra, age 59, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly on June 27, 2025. A talented painter by trade, he built a successful self-employed career in both residential and commercial painting, leaving a lasting impression on the homes and businesses. Mike took pride in his work, always ensuring that each project reflected his vibrant personality and attention to...

Jun 24, 2025

Buttke, David "Dave". Found peace on June 24, 2025 at the age of 41. Loving partner, companion, travel buddy and fiance of Jody Steingold. Beloved son of Randy and Arlene (nee Cychosz). Loving brother of Joanne (Brad) Lebiecki and Nikki (Tony) Schmidt. Special uncle of Hailey, Maggie and Cooper; Claire, Jayne and Eli. Dog dad of Leo. Also survived...

Jun 23, 2025

Patricia "Patty" Haasch

Found peace on Monday, June 23, 2025, at age 53 years. Patricia Haasch was born on April 6, 1972, in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. She is survived by her loving husband, Michael Haasch, who will carry her memory in his heart forever. They shared a beautiful journey, one filled with love, support, and companionship.Preceded in...

Jun 22, 2025

Devon "David" Theodore Chase Davis

We lost our beloved Devon on June 22, 2025. He is survived by his mother Melinda (nee Reeise) and father Trevor Davis, and son Kayson Eckman. Siblings, Christiana Davis and Austin (Aly) Maurer. Girlfriend, Marissa; grandparents, Viles Davis, the late Sharon "Granny" Wood, Kenna Luke, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews....

Jun 22, 2025

Feller, Lola M. Born July 31, 1944, passed away at the age of 80 on June 22, 2025. Lola is survived by her loving son Bryan, dear sisters: Doris (Carl) Templin, Judith (Patrick) Jozwiak, and Carol (Michael) Lanaghan. Also survived by nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Preceded in death by husband David Paul Feller, son Mark Feller, parents Ruth...

Jun 21, 2025

Thomas "Tom" R. Auner

Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at age 73 years. Loving father of Sara (Kraig) Maduscha. Cherished grandfather of Kennedy and Klaire Maduscha. Further survived by cousins and friends, and a special thanks to cousins Robby Turzai and Carri Gnacinski for their support towards the end of Tom's life....

Jun 21, 2025

Dorothy S. Freda, age 78, entered into eternal life on June, 21, 2025.

Dorothy is survived by her cherished husband, Michael Freda; her son, David (Yvette) Jankowski; her daughter, Jennifer (Jett) West; and her son, Martin (Kim) Jankowski; her grandchildren, Higinio Gallegos, Joshua Jankowski, Jessica Jankowski, Matthew Jankowski, and Shaun Jankowski; her great-grandchildren, Joshua, Ishmael, Mathias, and...

Jun 20, 2025

Shaun T. Hilliard Sr.

Passed away peacefully on Friday, June 20, 2025 at age 78 years. Beloved husband of the late Nancy Hilliard (nee Hora). Loving father to Shaun (Amanda) Hilliard Jr. and Bonnie Hilliard. Cherished grandfather of Olivia, Ethan, Laila, and Alexander Hilliard. Dear sister-in-law Sue (Walter) Rozumowicz. Dear uncle to John and Alyssa Rozumowicz. Further...

Jun 20, 2025

Friday, June 20, 2025 at the age of 75. Beloved husband of the late Denise Taft. Loving father of Shawn (Tina), Nancy (Michael) and step-children AJ (Dani), Heather (Chris). Proud grandpa of Aedan, Madison, Lilly, Anna, Siena, Connor, Anora, and Ainsley. Caring brother of Diane and John. Preceded in death by his parents George and Doreen; siblings Reg, Kath...