Obituaries
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,...
Scott M. Chapel
Sep 3, 2021
Scott M. Chapel passed away on Friday, September 3, 2021. No services will be held at this time.
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...
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...
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....
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...
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. 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Charles "Chuck" N. Ayers
Aug 16, 2021
Charles “Chuck" N. Ayers of Waukesha passed away surrounded by the love of his family on Monday, August 16, 2021, at the age of 83. He was born in Newton, New Jersey on August 30, 1937, the son of John and Margaret (nee Hartman) Ayers. He proudly served his country in the United States Army National Guard. Chuck worked as...
Margaret E. Leeman
Aug 13, 2021
Margaret E. Leeman, age 90, of Waukesha, WI peacefully went to her heavenly home, welcomed by her Savior Jesus Christ, whom she loved, on Friday, August 13, 2021. She was born in Oshkosh on March 30, 1931, the daughter of John and Celia (nee: Hildebrand) Hoppe. On June 17, 1950, she married her beloved husband of 64 years, Harry W....
Teodoro "Teo" Ortega Aguilera
Aug 13, 2021
Teodoro “Teo” Ortega Aguilera of Waukesha died on Friday, August 13, 2021 at the age of 66. He was born in Topia, Durango, Mexico on January 7, 1955, the son of Teodoro and Marcelina (Ortega) Aguilera. On February 4, 1985, he married Frances Vasquez. Teo worked for ABB in New Berlin for 24 years. He enjoyed gardening, cooking, grilling out,...
Eugene "Gene" Recknagel
Aug 11, 2021
Eugene M. “Gene” Recknagel of Waukesha, passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at the age of 98 years. He was born in Arcadia, Michigan on July 11, 1923, to the late Julius and Margaret Recknagel and lived in Waukesha since 1939. Gene graduated from Waukesha High School in 1941 and attended Carroll College in 1941 and 1942. He graduated...
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