Obituaries
Werner C. Bierbach
Jun 1, 2016
Bierbach, Werner C. Was reunited with Carol, his loving wife of 57 years, on June 1, 2016 at the age of 89. Also preceded in death by his infant son Michael, daughter Jamie and brother Kenneth. Best father in the world to Linda (John) Pellant, Barb (Butch) Claus, John (Debbie) Bierbach, Jenny (Jim) Fitzgerald and Jill Bierbach (Bill Loeffelholz)....
Margaret Barbara Riojas
Jun 1, 2016
Riojas, Margaret B. (nee Duran) Joined her loving husband Richard in Heaven on June 1, 2016 at age 92. Beloved mother of Gabrielle (Bernardino) Martinez, Richard (Tip) Riojas and Delia (the late Michael) Sequenz. Cherished grandmother of Bernardino (Edith) Martinez Jr., the late Joseph Martinez, Rachel Martinez, Matthew Martinez, Vanessa (Tuan) Le, James Sequenz and Alexandra (Ryan) Gilhooly. Proud...
Ruth Renata Powalisz
Jun 1, 2016
Powalisz, Ruth R. (Lachmund) Passed away on June 1, 2016 at age 85. Beloved wife of the late Julian Powalisz. Dear mother of David, the late Michael (Kathy), James (Betty), Gary (Jenny), Susan (Joseph) Graan and Janice (Randy) Wagner. Grandmother of Justin, Dana, Raymond, Lauren, Holly, Marcus, Lindsay, Erica, Alyssa, Rachel, Brittany and Johnny. Great-grandmother of Elijah, Elizabeth, Benjamin,...
Shirley Rose Lisota
May 31, 2016
Lisota, Shirley R. (Nee Francke). Shirley Rose Lisota, age 90, of Milwaukee entered God's loving arms on May 31, 2016 at Southpointe Health Care Center in Greenfield. She is reunited with her husband of nearly 50 years, Martin G. Lisota, and daughter Nancy. Shirley is survived by her sons, Gary and Allen, both of Virginia Beach, VA, as well...
Rose Marie Piorkowski
May 31, 2016
Piorkowski, Rose Marie (nee Gaszak) Reunited with her husband Raymond on Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at the age of 88. Dear mother of Bob (Kay), Cathy (Steve), Ron (Diane) and Jean (Gary). Loving Grandma Rose of Chris (Carrie), Jenny, Stephanie, Ryan (Jessica), Kimberly, Katie, Nicole and Brad. Cherished Great Grandma of Josie, Kristen, Deacon, Jake, Elysium, Maverick, Draven, Delilah,...
Paul Joseph Gorenc
May 29, 2016
Gorenc, Paul Joseph Born to Eternal Life on May 29, 2016 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Davis) for 54 years. Cherished dad of John Paul (Shelly Plehn) and Susan Ann (Timothy) Toetz. Proud grandpa of Arianna, Aleksander and Austin Gorenc and Haley, Paul and Joseph Toetz. Great grandpa of MeiraEve Gorenc. Dear brother of...
Lucille B Dysland
May 28, 2016
Dysland, Lucille B. Received in Heaven by her sweetie Otto, family and friends on Saturday, May 28, 2016 at the age of 84. Loving mother of Debra (Robert) Bielski, Linda (the late Frank) Wojak-Rivas, Tom (Inga) Wojak and Robert (Joy) Wojak. Survived by 11 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren. Special friend of Rick (Chris) and Dennis (Pat). Further survived by nieces,...
Raymond John Grabarczyk
May 28, 2016
Grabarczyk, Raymond John Age 86, of Hernando, FL died May 28, 2016 while under the care of Hospice of Citrus County, Lecanto, FL. Raymond was born January 8, 1930 in Milwaukee to the late John A. and Sophie M. (nee Warczinski) Grabarczyk. He proudly served his country as an Air Force Sergeant and was a Veteran of the Korean...
Robert "Bobby" Thew
May 27, 2016
Thew, Robert L. "Bobby" Robert passed away peacefully on Friday, May 27, 2016 at the age of 61. Bobby is survived by brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A graveside service will take place at Rural Home Cemetery located in the Village of Big Bend on Friday, June 3 at 10AM. Please meet at the cemetery.
Geraldine M. Bathke
May 27, 2016
Bathke, Geraldine M. (nee Kaufert) Re-united with her beloved husband of 70 years, David, on Friday, May 27, 2016 at the age of 87. Sister of Pat (Don) Schoenecker. Further survived by family and friends. Preceded in death by many sisters and brothers. Visitation at the Max A. Sass & Sons Funeral Home on Sunday, June 5 from 1...
Ronald B. Disch
May 26, 2016
Age 80, of Greendale, WI died suddenly on Thursday, May 26, 2016. Ron was born February 11, 1936 in Madison, Wisconsin. He was the son of Casper and Catherine Disch. He is lovingly survived by his wife Diane, of 54 years. Beloved father of Denise Walker and Leslie (William) Kowalski. Proud papa of Maxwell Walker. Dear brother in law...
Mary M. Johnson
May 25, 2016
Entered Heaven surrounded by her loving family on May 25, 2016 at age 61. Precious daughter of the late Uno and Muriel Johnson. Dearest sister of Debbie Greene, Dr. Mark Johnson, Robert (Karen) Johnson and former brother in law Gary Greene. Cherished auntie of Tyler (Libby), Nathaniel (Shainah), Shea and Alyssa. Beloved niece of Dr. Richard Higgins. Special cousin...
Olga N. Morris
May 24, 2016
Morris, Olga N. "Grandma Toot" (nee Thompson) Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Robert. Very special and loving mom of Claudia (Stephen) Byrne, Laura (Gregg) Lester and Tom (Sherry) Morris. Cherished grandma of Jeff (Angelique) Byrne, Andy (Maureen) Byrne, Becky (Matt) Freisleben, Amy (Ben) Menzel, Carla (Andy)...
Gene Van Remmen
May 24, 2016
Gene Van Remmen died peacefully, surrounded by his family, on May 24, 2016 at the age of 78. Gene was born on August 26, 1937. He graduated from Milwaukee Lutheran High School in 1955. Gene was united in marriage with Judie Van Remmen on September 21, 1957. A successful businessman, Gene fulfilled his life-long dream and owned and operated...
Dolores A. Poplawski
May 24, 2016
Poplawski, Dolores A. (nee Raffel) Found peace on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at the age of 87. Loving wife of the late Henry "Hank" Poplawski, for 59 years. Dear mom of Jill (Barry) Blenski, Ellen (Geoff Blankenmeyer) Poplawski and Cindy (Pete) Chirafisi. Loving grandma of Angela (Scott), Peter Henry, Ian (Abbie), Kailey, Alaina, Cooper Henry and Mason. Proud great...
Helen M. Burkart
May 22, 2016
Died peacefully on May 22, 2016 at age 90. Lovingly survived by her siblings Carol (the late Richard) Wagner, Paul (Janice) Burkart and sister in law Margaret Burkart. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, other family and many friends. She is preceded in death by her sister Eleanore and brothers John, Ted (Sally) and...
Gene M Byots
May 22, 2016
Gene M. Byots, Passed peacefully on Sunday, May 22, 2016. age 81. Gene was preceded in death by his wife, Vicki, his parents, Joseph and Mary Byots (nee Dobrino) and his brothers, Tom and Jim Byots. He is survived by his sister, Marie Byots and nieces and nephews. A chapel service and internment will be held at Holy Cross...
Charles "Charlie" Miller Jr.
May 22, 2016
Miller Jr., Charles "Charlie" Lifelong Cudahy resident, age 83, passed away Sunday, May 22, 2016, after a fearless battle with lymphoma cancer. Beloved husband of 59 years to Verna. Loving dad of Cindy (Doug) Haaning, Chuck (Lisa) Miller, and Cheri (Dan) Strobel. Proud grandpa of Mark, Brad, Max, Jack, Ava, Ella, and Abby. Dear brother of the late Marilyn...
Ralph D. Rutkowski
May 22, 2016
Rutkowski, Ralph D. "Grandpa Ralph" Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, May 22, 2016 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of the late LaVerne. Dear dad of Duane (Carol) Rutkowski and Diane (the late Carl) Schneider. Devoted grandpa of Amy (Paul) Stuettgen, Kristin (Matt) Duty, Tim Rutkowski and Andy (Jessica) Schneider. Doting great-grandpa of...
Luane S. Bigaj
May 21, 2016
Bigaj, Luane S. (Nee Sweet) Born to eternal life on May 21, 2016 at the age of 76 surrounded by her loving family. No matter what challenges she faced, her strength, courage and positive attitude prevailed. Beloved wife of Dr. James Bigaj for 54 years. Dear daughter of the late Florian and Dorothy Sweet. Loving mom of Steve (Jessica)...
