Obituaries

Obituaries

Barbara K. Mlot

Barbara K. Mlot

Oct 24, 2026

It is with great sadness that the family of Barbara K. Mlot (nee Kostecka) announces her peaceful passing on October 24, 2026, at the age of 88.

She was reunited with Bronislaw “Bruno” Mlot, her beloved husband of 42 years. Loving mother of Adam (Edyta) Mlot and Thomas (Amy) Mlot. Cherished grandmother of Liam, Rowan, and Jacob Mlot. She was a...

Jessie Valdez

Jessie Valdez

Oct 24, 2026

Jessie Valdez

Born to Eternal Life October 24, 2026 at the age of 79. Beloved husband and best friend of Judy (Sam) Valdez. He met the love of his life when they were just 15 years old, married at the age of 20, and shared 59 wonderful years of marriage together. Their love story was one of commitment, devotion, and a...

Janet L. Nicolai

Janet L. Nicolai

Oct 23, 2026

Janet L. Nicolai, 93, of Greendale, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026. She was born on January 22, 1933, in Marshfield to the late William and Selma (Bohman) Kumbier. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Stout with a degree in Home Economics. In 1956, Janet married Allen Nicolai, and together they built a life centered on family and the...

James L. Alario

James L. Alario

Oct 23, 2026

James L. Alario passed away peacefully on October 23, 2026, at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Patricia “Patti” for 60 years. Loving father of Lori Beth (Fouzi) Diab of Loveland, CO, and Amy Lynn (Craig) Wegner of Adams, TN. Proud grandfather “Boppa” of Dominic Alario, Sydney (Cameron) Miller, Samantha Herlugson, and Hailey (Brandon) Chapman. Great-grandfather of Lain, Elli,...

Eugene "Skip" Schopper

Eugene "Skip" Schopper

Oct 22, 2026

Eugene “Skip” Schopper was born on September 7, 1931, in Athens, Wisconsin, to August and Clara Schopper. He passed away peacefully on October 22, 2026, at the age of 95. Skip was reunited with Janet “Jan,” his beloved wife of 63 years.

He was a loving father to Cynthia Schopper, Catherine (Steven) Zmudzinski, Charles Schopper, Carolyn (Zaid) Ouhri, Cheryl (Todd) Schultz,...

David Palkowski

David Palkowski

Oct 22, 2026

David E. Palkowski, 78, of West Bend, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026. David was born on June 7, 1948, in Milwaukee to the late Erwin and Frances (McLaughlin) Palkowski. He proudly served as a member of the Air Force Reserves. On September 28, 1974, he married the love of his life, Linda Pavwoski, in Caledonia, beginning a marriage...

Rosita M. Talavera

Rosita M. Talavera

Oct 22, 2026

Rosita M. Talavera was born on July 18, 1952, and was reunited with her beloved son, Tony, on October 22, 2026. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her, especially her beloved family, who meant everything to her.

Rosita was the beloved wife of 54 years to Jose “Louie” Talavera and a loving mother to the late...

Barbara J. Kropidlowski

Barbara J. Kropidlowski

Oct 20, 2026

Barbara J. Kropidlowski, 71, of West Milwaukee, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Born on February 21, 1955, daughter of the late Alvin and Gertrude. She shared a loving life with her husband, Michael, whom she married on April 30, 2005. Their years together were filled with love, companionship, and cherished memories.

Barb was a kind, loving and devoted person....

Mary Ann Lydon

Mary Ann Lydon

Oct 18, 2026

Mary Ann Lydon (nee Hodkiewicz) of Franklin, WI passed away peacefully on October 18, 2026, at the age of 77 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on June 14, 1949, (Flag Day) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Norbert and Agnes Hodkiewicz, Mary devoted much of her life to her family and home. She was a devoted homemaker, mother, and grandmother dedicating...

Edward Lee Harper

Edward Lee Harper

Oct 18, 2026

Edward Lee Harper, 85, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas.

Born on Christmas Day, December 25, 1940, in San Antonio, Texas, just outside Brackenridge Park, Edward was the son of Clarence Lee Harper Sr. and Candida (née Morales). A proud San Antonio native, he graduated from Southwest High School in 1960.

During middle school and high school,...

Richard "Rick" John Tolentino

Richard "Rick" John Tolentino

Oct 17, 2026

Richard John Tolentino

Born in Milwaukee on February 7, 1980, born into God’s kingdom through the waters of baptism on February 12, 1980, and confirmed in his faith on May 1, 1994; Rick Tolentino was born into eternal life on October 17, 2026, at age 46.

Loving husband of Erica Tolentino. Loving father of Charline and Alexandra Tolentino. Son of John (the...

Marilyn F. Anderson

Marilyn F. Anderson

Oct 16, 2026

Marilyn F. Anderson (nee Doberneck) Reunited with her beloved husband of 58 years, Carl J., on Friday, October 16, 2026 at age of 87. Marilyn was predeceased by her much loved sons Michael and Paul. Marilyn is survived by her children Susan (Kevin) Hough, Diane (David) Seils, daughter-in-law Karen Anderson and sister Rita Doberneck. Loving grandmother of Alecia, Ashley, Nicholas,...

Geneya Grace Kopatich

Geneya Grace Kopatich

Oct 15, 2026

Geneya Grace Kopatich

February 12, 1979 to October 15, 2026

Some people leave this world, but the love they leave behind never does.

Geneya Grace Kopatich, lovingly known to her family and friends as Gea, was a beautiful soul, inside and out. Her beauty was more than what people could see. It lived in her kindness, her patience, her compassion, and the way...

Sandra Lee Reed

Sandra Lee Reed

Oct 14, 2026

Sandra Lee Reed (Metoxen) passed away on October 14, 2026, in West Allis, Wisconsin. She was born on July 13, 1947, in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Sandra was a devoted homemaker who dedicated her life to her family. She was married for 61 years, a lasting testament to the love and commitment she shared with her husband, Robert Reed. Her home and...

Doris Anne "Dorie" Peters

Doris Anne "Dorie" Peters

Oct 14, 2026

Doris Anne “Dorie” Peters, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2026, at the age of 76. She was reunited with Michael “Mike,” her beloved husband of 54 years.

Dorie was a loving mother to Leah (Dan), Andrea, Christa, and Daniel. She was a cherished grandmother to Owen, Grace, Sophie, Kristie, Tabatha, Alyssa (Justin), and Logan, and a proud great-grandmother to Jace,...

Salvatore A. Corrao

Salvatore A. Corrao

Oct 13, 2026

Salvatore A. Corrao, affectionately known to many as “Tudy,” “Ted,” “Sal,” and “Sam,” passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, at the age of 92. He was born on August 15, 1934, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and he lived his life with a steady spirit, a warm heart, and a deep love for the people and places that...

William "Bill" Lee Lombard

William "Bill" Lee Lombard

Oct 13, 2026

William “Bill” Lee Lombard passed away on October 13, 2026, in Greendale, Wisconsin, at the age of 87. He was born on June 18, 1939, in Reedsburg, Wisconsin. On the day of his passing, he was surrounded by close and immediate family, who shared meaningful and loving final moments with him.

Bill will be remembered as a quiet, selflessly caring, optimistic,...

Theodore Scholtz

Theodore Scholtz

Oct 11, 2026

Theodore “Ted” Scholtz passed away on October 11, 2026, at the age of 86. He was the husband of Shirley (nee Farmer) for nearly 53 years and proud father of Joe (Ellie), Jeff (Jenny), John (Estee), and Khrissy (Louie), and "Grampy" of 10 grandchildren he adored.



Ted lived a life of adventure, hard work, and interest about the world around him....

Carmella M. Junk

Carmella M. Junk

Oct 9, 2026

Carmella M. Junk (nee Cincotta) passed away peacefully on October 9, 2026, entering eternal life at the age of 93. Born on October 5, 1933, in West Allis, Wisconsin, Carmella lived a life rooted in love, faith, and devotion to family.

Carmella is now reunited with Thomas, her beloved husband of 70 years. She was a devoted and loving mother to...