Randy Balistreri

Randy Balistreri

Jun 3, 2025

Randall E. Balistreri, affectionately known as Randy, passed away on June 3, 2025, at the age of 63. He was born on June 6, 1961, and lived a life characterized by humility and service to others. Randy was known for his incredible engineering mind; there was little he could not fix. His friends lovingly nicknamed him "Grilla," a moniker derived...

Christopher "Chris" Michael Herbert Klinge

Christopher "Chris" Michael Herbert Klinge

Jun 2, 2025

Christopher “Chris” Michael Herbert Klinge, age 40, passed away suddenly in Franklin, WI on June 2, 2025.

Born in Madison, WI, Chris spent his early years growing up on a cul-de-sac surrounded by close friends, playing soccer and participating in Boy Scouts. He spent summers taking road trips with his family through the United States and Canada. He attended James Madison...

Brian J. Dombrowski

Brian J. Dombrowski

Jun 1, 2025

Brian J. Dombrowski

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at the age of 38. Loving son of David and Patty Dombrowski. Dear grandson of Dolores Dombrowski. Loving brother of Lisa (Lee) Surprenant. Uncle of Emily, Autumn and April Surprenant. Nephew of Karen and Bob Davis, Ken and Margaret Dombrowski and Karen and Chris Dunham. Further survived by other relatives...

Laverne A. Frycienski

Laverne A. Frycienski

May 30, 2025

(Nee Golombowski).  Joined her beloved husband John in Heaven on May 30, 2025 at the age of 94 years. Loving mom of John Michael (Cheryl) Frye, Roger (Kathy) Frycienski and Susan (the late Thomas) Dulka.  Proud grandma of Amy (Sean) O'Brien, Lindsay (Michael) Huebner, Lisa (Doug) Rieck, Kayla (Alex) Gulland and Garrett Frycienski.  Cherished great grandma of Madison, Barrett, Beau,...

Oliver "Frank" Gardipee

Oliver "Frank" Gardipee

May 30, 2025

Oliver Franklin "Frank" Gardipee, aged 77, passed away surrounded by his loving family on May 30, 2025, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on November 20, 1947, in Goldsboro, North Carolina, Frank was a man of unwavering faith, remarkable courage, and selflessness that touched the lives of all who knew him.

Frank was the beloved husband of...

Betty M. Wycklendt

Betty M. Wycklendt

May 28, 2025

Betty Wycklendt (nee Redenz)

Passed away May 28, 2025, at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Ronald for 63 years. Loving mother of Donna Wycklendt (Mike Riedberger), Diane Raner and Steve (Theresa) Wycklendt. Proud grandma of Kayla Raner, Kobe Wycklendt and Lance Cykowski. Further loved and survived by other family and friends. Preceded in death by her husband...

Karen Margaret Heuberger

Karen Margaret Heuberger

May 28, 2025

Karen Henning Heuberger, 56, of Muskego, WI, died peacefully on May 28, 2025, at home surrounded by her family.

She was born on December 3, 1968 in Beloit, WI, the daughter of Robert and Margaret (Alexander) Henning. Karen married the love of her life, Jim Heuberger, on November 11, 2006 at St. Gregory Church, in Milwaukee. She was the proud mother...

Geraldine Pachucki

Geraldine Pachucki

May 27, 2025

Geraldine Pachucki, a beloved member of the Franklin community, passed away on May 27, 2025, at Aurora St. Luke's Hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Born on May 20, 1930, in Milwaukee, she was the cherished daughter of Sophie and Roy Jaskolski.

Geraldine lived a life rich in experiences, filled with her passions for travel and gardening. She had an adventurous spirit that...

Robert Lee Jackson

Robert Lee Jackson

May 26, 2025

Robert “Bob” Lee Jackson

Bob was the eldest son of Arnold and Lorraine (nee Radmer) Jackson. He was born on August 06, 1942, and died on May 26, 2025, at the age of 82.

Father of Mary (fiancé Douglas Storms) Kerr. Grandpa of David (Jessica Newton) Watters, Amanda (Ross) Hartung, Kaliey Kerr, and Kodey Kerr. Great-Grandpa of Madelyn and soon-to-be here, Ellie....

Margaret Ann Mason
Austin E. Leach

Austin E. Leach

May 23, 2025

Austin "Buck" Leach, age 82, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 23, 2025 at Ascension All Saints Hospital in Racine, WI.

Born and raised in Laona, WI, Buck attended Laona High School before enlisting in the Army in 1963. Following basic training, he became a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne and served in the Dominican Republic, where he earned The Combat...

Susan "Sue" M. Eder

Susan "Sue" M. Eder

May 22, 2025

Susan "Sue" M. Eder

(nee Dow) Entered into Eternal Life, surrounded by her family, on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at the age of 82. Loving wife of Gary for 62 years. Dear mom of Susan (Arlan) Fowles and Lisa (Dominik) Rabiega. Proud grandma of Quinn (Emily), Sean, Nicole, Christina (Wade), Ashley (Arthur) and Matthew. Great-grandma of Max. Loving sister of Mary...

Steve Luck

Steve Luck

May 21, 2025

It is with great admiration and affection that we announce the passing of Steve Luck, a beloved figure whose intelligence, generosity, and thoughtfulness touched the lives of all who knew him. Born on July 5, 1952 to the late Christine and Wally Luck, Steve's journey through life was one marked by an enduring curiosity and a passion for discovery, which...

Jayne Albrecht

Jayne Albrecht

May 21, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jayne Albrecht (nee Snyder), a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, who left this world on May 21, 2025, at the age of 80. Jayne was preceded in death by her cherished husband of almost 50 years, Fred Albrecht; her parents; and her siblings, Terry Snyder and Sharon...

Donald J. Grinker, Sr.

Donald J. Grinker, Sr.

May 21, 2025

Donald "Don" Joseph Grinker, Sr., of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at Villa St. Francis at the age of 86, surrounded by family.

Born on July 23, 1938, in the Town of Little Black, Don lived a life defined by deep love for family, quiet strength, and sharp wit. A proud U.S. Air Force veteran, he went on to build a...

Arnold W. Kuchta

Arnold W. Kuchta

May 19, 2025

Arnold passed away on May 19, 2025, at the age of 90. 

Loving father of Timothy (David Kuchta-Drane) Kuchta, Carol (the late Tim) Tyler, James Kuchta, Cheryl (the late Jeff) Metz, Alan Kuchta, and Linda Dougherty. Cherished grandpa of Jeremy (Amy) Wilkinson, Jonathan Wilkinson, Jessica Tyler, Andrew Tyler, the late Zach Metz, Sarah Metz, Shawn Dougherty, and Patrick Dougherty. Dear brother...

Roberta D. Paetow

Roberta D. Paetow

May 19, 2025

The world lost a great human being with the passing of Roberta Paetow on May 19, 2025 at the age of 79. Roberta was a compassionate, kind, loyal and relatable person whose life touched many people.

Born in Milwaukee on September 18, 1945, the daughter of Alvin and Sally Paetow. Roberta was a 1964 graduate of Shorewood High School. She began...

Antonio Talavera

Antonio Talavera

May 19, 2025

Antonio “Tony” Talavera, 53, of Waterford, Wisconsin, passed away on May 19, 2025, following a brave three-year battle with leukemia. He was surrounded by the love of his family.

He is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Laura (Jankowski); his daughter Samantha (19), who is pursuing a career in aviation, and his son Lucas (18), future financial advisor. He...

Tom D. Anick
Deborah Ann Jene-Loy

Deborah Ann Jene-Loy

May 18, 2025

Deborah Jene-Loy (nee Herzog)

Found peace after a courageous battle with cancer on May 18, 2025 at the age of 59 years. Adored mother of Katlyn Jene and Peter (Bridget) Jene. Loving wife of Dan for 13 years. Grauntie to Ford, Ripp, Huck, Alistair, Natalie, Madeline, Elyse, Konrad, a baby girl on the way, Eve, Leland, Abbigail, Hannah, and Ezekiel. Beloved...