Obituaries
Daniel G. Mattes, Jr.
Sep 24, 2026
Daniel G. Mattes, Jr., lovingly known as Danny, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2026, at the age of 60. Beloved son of Daniel (Sylvia) Mattes, Sr. and the late Donna Mattes. Loving brother of Dennis (Julie) Mattes, the late Denise Brown, and Deanna (Patrick) Schmidt. Danny is further survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and dear...
Patricia K. Harrison
Sep 21, 2026
Patricia ‘Pat” Harrison, age 89, and longtime resident of Muskego, passed away peacefully on September, 21, 2026.
Pat was born in Elroy, WI, to Charles “Chuck” and Marjorie (Johnson) Sterba. Growing up, she spent many days working at her father’s grocery store, where she learned the value of hard work and the importance of family. Pat and Edward “Bud” Harrison married...
Norman Thomas Black
Sep 21, 2026
On September 21st 2026, Norman Thomas Black was gracefully born into the arms of Jesus. He was so loved, held and cared for in the short time he was able to be on earth. He will live forever as our guardian angel.
Norman,
We want you to know Mom, Dad, and Iris love you so very much. You are, and will forever...
Patricia K. Wagner
Sep 21, 2026
Patricia K. Wagner, age 74, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026, after a courageous battle with lung cancer.
Patricia enjoyed working as a waitress and took pride in the many friendships she made throughout her years of work. After moving to Wisconsin, she worked at Denny’s from 2017 until her health began to decline in 2025.
Patricia will be dearly missed...
Evangelos Voulikis
Sep 20, 2026
In Eternal memory, Evangelos V. Voulikis, 86, of South Milwaukee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 20, 2026.
Evangelos was born in Greece on September 13, 1940, to the late Vasilios and Penelope (Stravrou) Voulikis. He served in the Greek Military before immigrating to the United States from Ioannina, Greece, in 1969 with his beloved wife, Eleni. The couple had been...
Charles D. Gritzmacher
Sep 19, 2026
Charles D. Gritzmacher, of Oak Creek, Wisconsin, passed away at the age of 75 on September 19, 2026, in Milwaukee. He was born on September 2, 1951, in Rhinelander, Wisconsin.
Charlie was raised in Rhinelander, Wisconsin and attended Rhinelander High School. He served in US Army during the Vietnam War. After returning, Charlie relocated to Milwaukee.
Charlie will be remembered for his...
Robert G. Marek
Sep 2026
Robert “Bob” G. Marek, 70, of New Berlin, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family, following an eight-year battle with frontotemporal dementia. He was born in Franklin to Richard and Pauline Marek and graduated from Franklin High School in 1974.
Bob was known for his willingness to help family and friends with repairs of all kinds. He had a knack for...
David Alan Krzyston
Sep 18, 2026
David Alan Krzyston passed on in peace, his wife Susan at his side, September 18, 2026. He began home hospice care in January 2025, and then was transferred on September 16 of this year to the Horizon Hospice Center, Mequon. David and Susan met in 2006 at the Tai Chi Center of Milwaukee and, at age 53, each soon became...
Rose Mary Depatie
Sep 17, 2026
Rosemary DePatie Rosemary “Rose” DePatie age 81 of Carney Michigan passed away peacefully at Aurora Zilber Family Hospice in Wauwatosa, WI on September 17, 2026. She was a cherished daughter, sibling, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend and her presence will be dearly missed.
Rose was born in Carney Michigan on December 7, 1944 to parents Esther and Lester (Kaletka)...
John A. Taylor
Sep 17, 2026
John Allen Taylor went home to be with Jesus on September 17, 2026. He died suddenly after years of battling respiratory issues and heart failure. He was 68.
John was born to Dr Harold Wilford Taylor and Alice Mae (Lawler) Taylor on January 25, 1958. He spent his childhood growing up in Cuba City, Wisconsin. As a teenager, John became a...
Barbara Ann Gamoke
Sep 16, 2026
Barbara Ann Gamoke, a loving mother, and true friend to many, of Franklin Wisconsin was called to eternal rest and into the arms of her Lord, Jesus on September 16th, 2026. Barb was born to John and Verna Wahleitner (Krause) February 13th, 1946, in Milwaukee, WI. Her passing was sudden, doing what she loved, spending time in the parks and...
James W. Hamilton
Sep 16, 2026
James W. Hamilton "Jim" "Hammer"
Passed away 9/16/2026, at the age of 91, after a hard-fought battle with several major health issues. He was looking forward to dancing again with Lorraine, his wife of 59 years, who left this world 10 years ago. Jim deserves peace and rest after a lifetime of talking, joking, tinkering, long hours working (including at Wisconsin...
Paula Kay Espurvoa
Sep 15, 2026
Paula Kay Espurvoa
July 24, 1940–September 15, 2026
Paula Kay Espurvoa (Luttrell), age 86, of Muskego, Wisconsin, loving wife, mother and grandmother, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
Born July 24th, 1940 in Honey Grove, Texas to John William Luttrell, and Georgia Kate Luttrell (Paul), Paula was an avid horsewoman in high school, barrel...
Tom Banyas
Sep 15, 2026
John Thomas “Tom” Banyas, of Franklin, WI, passed away on September 15, 2026, at the age of 87.
Tom was born on March 10, 1939, in Ottumwa, IA, and grew up on a farm near the small town of Farson, where he graduated from high school in a class of seven. He served in the US Army from 1962-64, stationed at...
Clara A. Petrovich
Sep 14, 2026
Clara A. Petrovich, born May 7, 1933, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Clara was known for her spunky spirit, strong personality, and ability to keep things interesting. She brought laughter, love, and plenty of memorable moments to the lives of those around her. Her unique personality and zest for life will be...
Mark "Clyde" Cichacki
Sep 14, 2026
Mark D. “Clyde” Cichacki, 63, of Franklin, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2026. Mark was born on September 3, 1963, to George and Carolyn (Haas) Cichacki.
A devoted Wisconsin sports fan, Mark enjoyed following his favorite teams and especially loved NASCAR. Sports were also something he enjoyed participating in, including softball, flag football, and fall ball. He loved being outdoors...
Carol Ruth Engler
Sep 14, 2026
Carol Ruth Engler born to life on June 20th 1945 in San Antonio, Texas. Born again on September 14th 1970 in Milwaukee, WI. Born to eternal life on September 14th 2026 in Franklin, WI.
Carol is survived by her husband Bob Engler, son Donald Engler, Daughter-in-law Messalina. Her grandchildren Ashley (Krish) Paturi, Ty (Hillary) and Ryan, and her great grandson Beckett.
As...
Terry A. Krocker
Sep 13, 2026
Terry A. Krocker, 77, of Greendale, WI passed away peacefully on September 13th, 2026 at LindenGrove Senior Living in New Berlin, WI. She was born on December 7, 1948 in Chicago, IL. Terry was the daughter of Richard and Gloria (Westman) Krocker. In 1973, she married Richard Sharon from Shrewsbury, MA in Chicago and they were married for 30 years...
Donna L. Stiemke
Sep 13, 2026
Donna Stiemke (nee Specht)
Donna Stiemke passed away peacefully at the age of 84 on September 13th, 2026 surrounded by loving family. Daughter of the Late Howard and Dorthy Specht. Loving wife of the late Dean Stiemke and sister of the late Darlene Kellogg. Loving mother to her sons Patrick (Holly) and Michael Stiemke. Extremely proud grandmother to Anthony Stiemke.
Donna was...
Randall "Randy" Gnadt
Sep 12, 2026
Randall P. “Randy” Gnadt passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Greenfield, Wisconsin, on September 12, 2026. He was born on July 16, 1952, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Randy built a life grounded in service, family, and the simple joys that brought people together. He graduated from James Madison High School in 1970 and went on to serve the...
