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Gerald Schroeder

Gerald Schroeder

Jan 14, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gerald James Schroeder, who departed this life on January 14, 2026, in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, at the age of 86. Born on April 7, 1939, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Gerald was a devoted husband, father, and friend, whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of all who knew him.

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Alfred Peter Scherer

Alfred Peter Scherer

Jan 13, 2026

Entered peace into the hereafter on Tuesday, January13, 2026 at age 100 years.

Loving husband of Anni Scherer for 74 years.

Treasured father of Norman (Karen) Scherer and Ingrid (Steven) Richardson.

Cherished Grandfather/Opa of Valerie Robel (Paul Gueller), Julia (Jeremy Affolter), Elizabeth Lemaire, Emily (John Terry) Rossi, Eric (Crystal) Scherer and Blake Scherer.

Dear Great-grandfather/Opa of Gianna and Emmett Affolter, Vienna and Magnolia Robel,...

Randall Roth

Randall Roth

Jan 12, 2026

It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of Randall W. Roth, cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother and master electrician, who left us on January 12, 2026, at the age of 72. Born on June 18, 1953, in Racine, WI, Randall brought warmth, laughter, and skilled craftsmanship to all those around him. He lived in Burlington, WI for 48...

MaryClaire Marciniak

MaryClaire Marciniak

Jan 12, 2026

(nee Beyer) Born to Eternal Life on Monday, January 12, 2026 at the age of 85. Cherished wife for 52 years to the late David Marciniak. Beloved mom of Michael (Brenda) Marciniak, the late Christine (Wolfgang) Stueckle, and Joseph Marciniak. Proud grandma of Kathryn, Erica, Ryan, Troy Marciniak, Kendra and Jacob Stueckle. Dear sister of the late Leo Beyer, the...

Maria Ramirez

Maria Ramirez

Jan 11, 2026

Ramirez, Maria De Lourdes (Née Otero) Born to Eternal Life on January 11, 2026, age 59. Maria was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico on February 25, 1966 to the late David Otero and Norma Reyes. She was united in marriage to her best friend Julio Ramirez on September 29, 1985 in Puerto Rico. They moved to Milwaukee in February...

Melford Robbert

Melford Robbert

Jan 11, 2026

Robbert, Melford "Lee". Passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026 at the age of 86. Married to Sharon (nee Wolff). Cherished father of Sherri (Jim) Mertz and the late Ethan (Vickie Reinke) Robbert. Beloved grandfather of Jake (Lindsay) Mertz and Cassandra Robbert. Great-grandfather of Heidi, Megan and Julie Mertz. Brother of Leroy (Lois) Robbert and Phyllis (Zolly) Kirsch. Also survived by...

Patricia Manz

Patricia Manz

Jan 10, 2026

She was preceded in death by her husband Gilbert Manz Jr. She passed away on their wedding anniversary. Patricia is survived by her children Rick, Bill, and Lori (Ed). 7 grandchildren including Erica, Will, Ashley, Alyssa and Katie. 8 great grandchildren including Gavin, Grayden, Nova, Aniyah and Xavier. She was loved deeply and will be missed deeply.

Andrew Ritter

Andrew Ritter

Jan 10, 2026

Ritter, Andrew "Mike". Born to Eternal Life January 10, 2026 at the age of 79. Loving husband of the late Ursula (nee Betley) for 50 years. Cherished father of Jill (Ralph) Ritter Catizone, Cindy (Lary Kaleta) Ritter and Lisa (Andy) Pilarski. Step-grandfather of Bennett Kaleta and Gwen Kaleta. Brother of Carol (the late Fred) Znider. Also survived by nieces, nephews,...

Patricia Wojciechowski

Patricia Wojciechowski

Jan 7, 2026

(nee Banaszak) Passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at the age of 94. Preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Richard; and her daughter, Kathleen Wojciechowski. and Survived and remembered by her four children, Richard, (Susan), Jon (the late Janet), Debby (Jeff) Hauke and Andy (Laura); nine grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Patricia was a dedicated wife, mother...

Thomas Schueller

Thomas Schueller

Jan 7, 2026

Thomas P. Schueller

Entered Peace and joined his parents Geraldine and Maurice as well as brothers Terry and Dave on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Age 67 years. Loving dad of Nicholas (Michelle) Schueller, Ben "B.J." Schueller and Cody Schueller. Cherished grandpa of Winston and Walden. Adored brother of Rick (Sandi) Schueller and Mary Beth (Bob) Smith. Dear sister-in-law of Mary Schueller....

Walter Prodoehl

Walter Prodoehl

Jan 7, 2026

Walter C. Prodoehl



Born on May 30th, 1929 in Milwaukee and passed away peacefully at the age of 96 years on Wednesday, January 7th, 2026. Walter is preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Mary Prodoehl, sister Joan Kaczkowski (Erdmann), brother Joseph F. Prodoehl, and his wife Harriet C. Prodoehl (nee Polinski). He is survived by his beloved wife Donna...

Daniel Di Pietro

Daniel Di Pietro

Jan 5, 2026

Daniel "Dan" Di Pietro

Passed away suddenly on Sunday, January 4, 2026, aged 63 years. Loving brother of Edward Di Pietro, Joseph (Kathleen) Di Pietro, Catherine Di Pietro, Susan (William) Hessel, Charles Di Pietro, Dorice (Todd) Unertl, and Christine (Dave) Mickelson. Dear uncle of Antonio, Connie, Edward, Angela, Christine, Brad, Melissa, Andrew, Rebecca, Marcus, Lila, Julianna, and Garrett. Further survived by...

Shirley Spidell

Shirley Spidell

Jan 4, 2026

(nee Wolf) Was welcomed into Heaven on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Age 84 years. Beloved wife of the late Richard J. Spidell. World's Greatest and Forever Mom of Deborah (Paul) Smith, James (Leslie) Spidell, Michael (Mary) Spidell, David (Terri) Spidell and Sharon Spidell Wojnarowicz. Cherished grandma of Stephanie (Warren) Kadden and Jordan (Chelby) Smith; Derrick (Amanda) Spidell and Jacklyn (Breck)...

Sam Bird

Sam Bird

Jan 3, 2026

Sam Walter Bird Died peacefully on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026, age 93 years with family at his side. Loving husband reunited with his wife of 48 years Phyllis (nee Elmer). Preceded in death by beloved parents Walter and Mary (nee Unger), brother Ronald (Jacquelyn) and daughter Marva. Devoted father of Victor (Deborah) and Patrick (Christina). Dear grandfather of Meghan (Khalid)...

Cheryl Schwab-Swiatek

Cheryl Schwab-Swiatek

Jan 3, 2026

Cheryl "Sherry" Rose Schwab, 71 passed away January 3, 2026 in South Milwaukee Wisconsin, after a lengthy illness. Sherry was born December 31, 1954 in Bismarck, North Dakota to Joseph and Imogene (Schwahn) Schwab, as the 5th of 10 children and the first daughter in the family. Sherry grew up on the Schwab farm north east of Strasburg. She attended...

Enan Beskow

Enan Beskow

Dec 30, 2025

Enan Beskow



Found eternal peace on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, aged 20 years. Beloved son of Karesse (Steve Steckbauer) Beskow and Joel (Patty) Beskow. Loving brother of Nia Beskow. Dear grandson of Nancy Beskow. Cherished nephew of Don Meulemans Jr., Kari (Harley) Bernstein, Laurie Szpot, and Erik (Debbie) Beskow. Further survived by other family, friends, and his pets, Oreo,...

Terry Bierer

Terry Bierer

Dec 28, 2025

Terry W. BiererTerry Bierer passed away on Sunday, December 28th, 2025, in Milwaukee after a long journey with dementia. He was 78 years old.Terry was the son of Bion and Bette Luton Bierer. He spent his early years in his beloved Pacific Northwest. He served in the US Coast Guard and was a Vietnam veteran. After marrying Jo he moved...

Marjorie Hanke

Marjorie Hanke

Dec 26, 2025

Hanke, Marjorie (nee Traxel). Went to be with her Lord December 26, 2025 at the age of 97. Loving wife of the late Arthur Hanke. Cherished mother of Jeff (Trish) Hanke, Tom (Diane) Hanke, Claudia (Darryl) Immel and Craig (Lynn) Hanke. Beloved and cherished grandmother and great-grandmother. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Sister of the late...

Carol Strelka

Carol Strelka

Dec 25, 2025

(nee Budnik) Left us unexpectedly on Thursday, December 25, 2025, age 76 years. Beloved wife of Robert for 56 years. Loving Momma Carol of Danielle (fiance-Paul) and Jennifer Strelka. Proud Nana of Kylie and Breanna. Dear sister of Dick (the late Carol) andf David (Cathy) Budnik. Also survived by other family, friends and her "fur grand-dogs".

Carol enjoyed traveling and left...

Marelene Groff

Marelene Groff

Dec 25, 2025

(nee Piesik) Born to eternal life on Thursday, December 25, 2025, age 88 years. Beloved wife for 64 years to the late Thomas J. Groff Sr. Loving mom of Gerald (Lynn) Groff, T.J (Karrie) Groff and Bonnie (Dave) Yopps. Cherished grandma of Megan (Josh) Nicks, Jessica (Marshall) Stallings and Caroline Groff; Daniel, Diana and Randi (Delaney) Groff; Eric and Ian...

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