Obituaries
Robert L. Day
Jul 26, 2023
Robert “Bob” Lawrence Day of Waukesha passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 in home hospice with his family at the age of 76. Bob was born on October 16, 1946 to Eugene T. and Ruth (Olsen) Day in Neptune, New Jersey. He grew up in New Jersey where his fondest memories were of the ocean, sailing his boat “The Rob Roy” and...
Peggy Reilly
Jul 24, 2023
Reilly, Margaret (Peggy) Ann (nee O’Neill) born November 15, 1933, was reunited with the love of her life, Bill Reilly on July 24, 2023. Bill and Peggy were married on August 20, 1955, and spent 52 wonderful years together before his passing in 2007.
Peggy is survived by her nine children, Tom (Mary) Reilly, Kevin (Nancy) Reilly, the Honorable Shawn...
Donald J. Purtell
Jul 24, 2023
Donald J. Purtell age 81 died on Monday, July 24, 2023.
He was born in Milwaukee, WI, the son of J Gerald and Frances Purtell. Beloved husband of Marjorie (nee Schultz) who he was united in marriage to on Oct 9, 1976 at St Anthony of Padua Parish in Milwaukee Wi. Father of Regina (Jake) Busch and Catherine (Nick) Weber....
Donald "Don" E. Peterson
Jul 23, 2023
Donald E. Peterson, of Waukesha, died unexpectedly on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at his home at the age of 53. He was born on August 7, 1969, in West Allis, WI, the son of Duane and Jeneane (nee Bryarly) Peterson. On September 19, 1997 he married the former Evelyn Morales at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Waukesha. Don will...
John A. Gresch Sr.
Jul 22, 2023
John A. Gresch Sr., a longtime Waukesha resident was born to Eternal Life on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at the age of 96. He resided in Pasadena, CA for the past 8 years close to many family members. He was born in Chicago, IL on June 28, 1927 the son of John H. and Hedwig (nee Morz) Gresch. John proudly...
Judith "Judie" M. Couri
Jul 21, 2023
Judith “Judie” M. Couri of Oconomowoc formerly of Waukesha was born to Eternal Life on Friday, July 21, 2023, at 7:21pm at her home surrounded by her loving family at the age of 78. She was born in Moline, IL on November 11, 1944, the daughter of Dean and Dorothy (nee Versluys) Van Klaveren. She attended United Township High...
Richard H. Spencer
Jul 20, 2023
Richard H. Spencer of Waukesha died on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at the age of 94. He was born in Philadelphia, PA on May 31, 1929 the son of Herbert and Matie (nee Feldhausen) Spencer. Richard proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. On May 30, 1952 he married his beloved wife Rita...
James "Jim" L. Dowling
Jul 20, 2023
James L. Dowling passed away on July 20, 2023, to his eternal resting place following an extended illness at the age of 78. He was born on June 29, 1945, and graduated from Waukesha High School in 1963. In 1965, he faithfully served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. During his time in the Army...
Dale A. Knutson
Jul 20, 2023
Dale A. Knutson of Waukesha formerly of Okauchee passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 20, 2023, at the age of 91. He was under the care of Brighton Hospice at his home at Avalon Square where he received last rites on July 19th at 12:00pm. He was born in Little Falls, Minnesota on March 20, 1932, the son of Allen...
Michael W. Hrenak
Jul 10, 2023
After a long, and courageous battle with cancer, Michael William Hrenak, passed away at home, surrounded by his wife and family, on July 10th, 2023. Michael was born July 1st, 1966, the son of Ferdinand and Dorothy Hrenak (nee Detke), in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Michael grew up in Waukesha, but could often be found at his grandparents farm, in Green...
Emilia Orozco
Jul 10, 2023
Emilia (Perez) Orozco passed away unexpectedly after surgery on July 10, 2023, at the age of 78. The daughter of Miguel Perez and Francisca Munoz was born in León Guanajuato, México on August 8, 1944, but lived most of her life in Milwaukee. On November 7,1959 she married her lifelong friend and soulmate, Jose Julian Orozco. They were married for...
Paula P. Monreal
Jul 8, 2023
Paula P. Monreal (nee Perez) of Waukesha went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at the age of 94. She was born in Milwaukee on May 12, 1929 the daughter of Jesse and Trinidad (nee Renteria) Perez and lived in Mexico for 10 years while growing up. Paula was married to the love of her...
Donald D. LaPlante
Jul 6, 2023
Donald D. LaPlante, 88, of New Berlin, died Thursday, July 6, 2023 following a brief illness. He was born in Sturgeon Bay, WI on December 24, 1934 to Arthur and Mary LaPLante. Donald was employed as a roofer, he enjoyed deer hunting, bingo, playing cards, the lottery and going to the casino. He loved camping and enjoyed the family’s...
Sherry N. Sullivan
Jul 5, 2023
Sherry N. Sullivan (nee Cichon) age 75 passed away on July 5, 2023 at home with her family by her side after a 3+ year journey with brain cancer. Sherry was born on October 3, 1947 in Wausau, WI. to her parents, Joyce and Alois Cichon. In May of 2023, she celebrated 52 years of marriage to Timothy J....
Thomas "Tom" J. Stencel
Jul 2, 2023
Thomas “Tom” J. Stencel of Waukesha passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at the age of 90. He was born in Milwaukee on February 2, 1933 the son of Peter and Regina (nee Grochowski) Stencel. He served his country during the Korean War Conflict in the United States Navy and enjoyed singing with the Navy Blue Jackets. Tom...
Ron H. Thur
Jun 29, 2023
Ronald “Ron” H. Thur of Waukesha, died on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at the age of 87. He was born in Milwaukee, WI on June 25, 1936 the son of Herman P. and Marion (nee Baggeler) Thur. Ron was a proud alumni of Messmer High School and Marquette University.
On October 18, 1958 he married the love of his...
Kenneth "Kenny" K. Rogers
Jun 26, 2023
Kenneth “Kenny” K. Rogers of Dousman died on Monday, June 26, 2023 at the age of 88. He was born in Waukesha on July 15, 1934 the son of Arnold and Sylvia (nee Lentz) Rogers. Kenny worked for Coakley Brothers for over 43 years and was one of their finest, most dedicated and professional employees in the company’s history....
Kerry-Jo Sullivan
Jun 19, 2023
Kerry-Jo Sullivan passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023, at AngelsGrace Hospice in Oconomowoc at the age of 64. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on April 17, 1959, to Robert and Dolores (nee Lien) Sullivan. As a lifelong Waukesha resident, Kerry-Jo attended Banting Elementary, Horning Middle School, and graduated from Waukesha South High. She studied accounting at WCTC where she earned...
Christopher Allen Vancleve
Jun 17, 2023
Christopher Allen Vancleve of Waukesha died on Saturday, June 17, 2023 due to injuries sustained in a car accident at the age of 46. He was born in Waukesha on December 25, 1976 the son of Pamela Vancleve. Christopher loved cooking, music, movies, collectibles and was proud of his Jordan shoe collection. He was kind, gentle, sweet and giving and...
Dorothy M. Blimbergs
Jun 11, 2023
Dorothy M. Blimbergs, of Waukesha, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023 from cancer at the age of 77. She was born in Waukesha, WI on June 23, 1945, the daughter of Earl and Mary (nee Steinhart) Edwards and lived in North Prairie as a child. Her father passed away when she was 4 years old. She then moved...
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