Obituaries
Thomas J. Hekkers
Sep 15, 2021
Tom Hekkers passed away on Wednesday, September 15, 2021. He was 72 years old. Tom was born on August 2, 1949, in Berlin, Wisconsin. He attended Hillcrest Elementary and Waukesha South High School. Upon graduation, Tom enlisted in the United States Army (1968-1970) RVN-Sergeant/Platoon Leader serving in the Central Highlands at An Khe, Vietnam. Upon return to civilian life, and...
Joyce M. Portz
Sep 15, 2021
Joyce M. Portz of Delafield, WI formerly of Sun City, AZ passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at age 90. She was born in Waukesha, WI the daughter of Clyde and Josephine Nichols. Joyce married her high school sweetheart, Donald Portz in 1951 and together they raised three wonderful children; Mike, Diane and Patty. She was...
Miguel S Gonzales
Sep 9, 2021
Miguel Antonio Santino Gonzales, age 31, left us unexpectedly on September 9, 2021. He was born in Waukesha on January 29, 1990. He studied and taught martial arts and attained his 1st degree blackbelt in both taekwondo and combat hapkido at a young age and was a member of the Boy Scouts for many years. Miguel was on the wrestling...
Robert William Breecher
Sep 7, 2021
Robert William Breecher a lifelong Waukesha resident died unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at the age of 69. He was born in Waukesha on October 23, 1951 the son of Robert Sr. and Mary Ellen (nee Shrinner) Breecher. Robert attended St. Mary Catholic Church growing up. He worked various jobs throughout his life and enjoyed volunteering at the Salvation...
Frank Michael Madushaw
Sep 4, 2021
Frank Michael Madushaw of Pewaukee died on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at the age of 96. He was born in Milwaukee on November 24, 1924 the son of Frank and Anna (Kropf) Madushaw. Frank graduated from Wauwatosa High School in June 1943. The next weekend he was on the train for basic training in the U.S. Army at Camp Haan,...
Lynn Bliese
Sep 3, 2021
Lynn Bliese (nee Adams) passed away peacefully surrounded by family in her home on September 3, 2021. She fought an eight-year battle with PSP, demonstrating courage and resilience throughout. Lynn was a lifelong resident of Waukesha. She graduated from Waukesha South High School in 1964, and later attended UW-Whitewater. Lynn trained as an X-Ray Technician at Deaconess Hospital in Milwaukee...
Scott M. Chapel
Sep 3, 2021
Scott M. Chapel passed away on Friday, September 3, 2021. No services will be held at this time.
Ann Regar
Aug 31, 2021
Ann Regar of Brookfield was born to Eternal Life on Tuesday, August 31, 2021, at St. Camillus at the age of 89. She was born in Milwaukee on March 7, 1932, the daughter of Dr. Robert and Marie (nee Higgins) Dunbar. Ann loved entertainment whether it be reading a good book, watching a movie, going to the theater, or going...
Lorraine Rita Orgas
Aug 29, 2021
Lorraine R. (nee Sheehan) Orgas, of Pewaukee, reunited with her loving husband, Robert “Bob” Orgas on Sunday, August 29, 2021 at the age of 89. She was born in Lisbon, WI on January 14, 1932 the daughter of James and Ottilia (nee Metz) Sheehan. She graduated from Hartland High School and on November 28, 1953 she married the love of...
Jack "Hijack" G. Hanson
Aug 28, 2021
Jack G. “HiJack” Hanson, Jr., of Waukesha, died unexpectedly on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at his home at the age of 66. He was born on October 9, 1954, in Waukesha, the son of Jack and Shirley (nee Schickowski) Hanson, Sr. He was a 1973 graduate of Waukesha South High School. On April 16, 1982 he married the former Debra...
Millard D. "Doc" Savage
Aug 27, 2021
Millard D. “Doc” Savage of Waukesha passed away on August 27, 2021 at the age of 93 with his daughters by his side at Angels Grace Hospice. He was born in Milwaukee on January 11, 1928, the son of Oscar and Katherine (nee: Karner) Savage. Millard graduated from Custer High School and went on to proudly serve his country in...
Clark F. Christensen
Aug 26, 2021
Clark F. Christensen, of Waukesha, died Thursday, August 26, 2021 at East Troy Manor at the age of 88. He was born on August 7, 1933, in Appleton, WI, the son of Elmer and Dorothy (nee Dennee) Christensen. He was deeply involved with his deaf organizations policies and socials. He was past President of the International Catholic Deaf Association Chapter...
Gary L. Abplanalp
Aug 26, 2021
Gary L. Abplanalp, died on Thursday, August 26, 2021, at the age of 66. He was born in Milwaukee, on June 19, 1955, the son of William and Margaret “Peggy” (nee Eckrich) Abplanalp. Gary graduated from Catholic Memorial High School and went on to be an Air Traffic controller for General Mitchell airport. He retired after 26 years of service....
Louise "Lulu" Wagner
Aug 23, 2021
Louise “Lulu” Wagner, of Waukesha died unexpectedly on Monday, August 23, 2021 at her home at the age of 77. She was born on May 14, 1944, in Waukesha, the daughter of Steve and Francis (nee Congemi) Italiano. She had worked for Town and Country grocery store and Vic’s Meats. She enjoyed playing cards and traveling. She will be sadly...
James "Jim" J. Karniewski
Aug 22, 2021
James “Jim” J. Karniewski of Muskego passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 22, 2021 at the age of 73. He was born in Milwaukee on May 11, 1948 the son of Alois and Martha (Dembski) Karniewski. Jim worked as an electrician for many years and was a member of the IBEW Local 494 in Milwaukee. On September 15, 1990 Jim...
James "Jim" J. Machan
Aug 22, 2021
Musician and retired music teacher James Joseph Machan passed away on August 22, 2021 at the age of 82. Jim was preceded in death by parents Gertrude (Kitke) and Joseph Machan. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Suzanne (née Lautz), sons Kevin (Tamara Miles) of Waukesha, WI, Brian (Geraldine McEvoy) of Daytona Beach, FL, and Derek...
Magnus "Bob" Syversen
Aug 22, 2021
Magnus “Bob” Syversen, of Waukesha, passed away peacefully Sunday, August 22, 2021 at his home at the age of 85. He was born on July 25, 1936, in Milwaukee, the son of Magnus and Mary (nee: Walenta) Syversen. On May 28, 1960 he married Alice (nee Sivertson) Syversen at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Milwaukee. Bob proudly served his country...
John G. Kraak, Dds
Aug 20, 2021
John G. Kraak, DDS of Waukesha passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 20, 2021 at his home at the age of 80. He was born in Milwaukee on April 30, 1941, the only child of Gilbert and Pearl (nee Zimmermann) Kraak. John was a graduate of UW-Milwaukee and the Marquette University Dental School. He then proudly served his country in...
Robert "Bob" Fisher
Aug 17, 2021
Robert “Bob” Fisher, 70, of Waukesha, passed away surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. He was born in Milwaukee on May 30, 1951, the son of Marvin and Elizabeth “Pat” (nee Thayer) Fisher. Bob lived in a few cities around Wisconsin but moved to Waukesha, and attended Waukesha South High School where he met the love...
Mary Jo Nevermann
Aug 17, 2021
Waukesha - It is with great sadness that the family of Mary Jo Nevermann (nee Ponath) announce her passing on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. Mary Jo was born in Watertown, Wisconsin on March 11,1936, the daughter of Gary Ponath and Margaret (nee Lenoir) Ponath. She married Ted Nevermann on November 6, 1955. Mary Jo was an active member of the...
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