Obituaries

Edward "Ed" James Virta

Casimira "Myra" Kleczka

Catherine R. Crisp

Karl W. Richter

William "Billy" J. Duhaime

Janice M. Kielski

Judith "Judy" Nitkowski

Marjorie "Marge" Tatro

Betty Jaeger

Janina Uriniuk

Leopoldo "Polo" Balderas Jr.

Bernard J. Stanly

Maria Kaczmarek

Scott E. Adamsky

Patrick Muraszewski

Betty Prosen

Margaret A. Garbisch

Paul J. Ihlenfeld

Margaret A. Dudzik

Judith A. Kaiser

Roy Alvin Seymour, age 81, passed away peacefully on January 27th, 2024, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Born on August 19th, 1942, in Marinette, WI, he was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle an

Rita Ann Kline (née Klopatek), age 88, passed away on Sunday, December 31st, 2023. She was born on February 22, 1935, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to John F. and Veronica C. Klopatek.

Friday, January 19th, 2024 at the age of 61 years. Loving brother of Janice (Ken) Gniotczynski and Dennis (Maureen). Dear uncle of Marc and Kevin (Megan) Gniotczynski, and Jeremy and Josh Kwarcinski. Further survived by 1 grand niece, 2 grand nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents Stanley and Adeline (nee Sturomski).

Wednesday, January 24th, 2024 at the age of 93 years. Beloved husband of the late Helen (nee Walicki). Survived by his brother Don (the late Helen) Bornitz, brother-in-law John (the late Chris) Walicki, dear friends Ruth Resch and Cindy, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Thomas S. Zellmer found peace when he joined his wife Bette and his parents Bernadine and Herbert on January 18th, 2024, at the age of 82 years. He was a devoted father to Joe (Michelle) and Beth (Kris King), and proud Papa to Olivia. Beloved brother to Jim (Carol), Terry (the late Jerry Kraft), Dennis, Ron (Susie), Sharon (Jim Wisniewski) and a host of other relatives he deeply cared for. He was an honored and proud veteran who loved golfing, barbecuing with his family, walking in the mall, and took great pride in having the best looking yard in the neighborhood. He will missed beyond measure and we are blessed to have known such an incredible man. Visitation will be held at 9:30 AM on Friday, January 26th, 2024 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church , 3100 S. 41st St., Milwaukee, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Private interment will take place at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery , Union Grove, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center are appreciated.

Saturday, January 13th, 2024 at the age of 61 years. Cherished son of Beverly (nee Mudek) and the late Dennis Wiesen. Dear brother of Lynnette (Michael) Schroedl, LeAnne (Bruce Neuner) Wiesen-Neuner and Craig (Jaynie Kutka) Wiesen. Uncle of Amanda Wiesen, Brandon Schroedl and Kyra Lemke, and great-uncle of Grayson Lemke. Further survived by other relatives and many friends. Curt was a humble person who would always help anyone in need. He was a dedicated employee at Purple Mountain Solutions and a devoted and involved member of Tri-County Baptist Church. Visitation on Wednesday, January 24th, 2024 at 10 AM at Tri-County Baptist Church, 8040 S. 100th St., Franklin, WI 53132, followed by a Funeral Service at 11 AM. Private interment Good Hope Cemetery. Curt's Funeral Service will be livestreamed and can be viewed live at 11 AM on the day of the service or anytime thereafter at: https://my.gather.app/remember/curtis-wiesen In lieu of flowers, memorials to the charity of your choice are appreciated.

Passed away peacefully at home with family on Monday, January 15, 2024 at the age of 73 years. Beloved husband of Donnell for 33 years. Loving father of Natalie (Josh) Wolfal, and step-father of Shelly (Art) Aiello and Tiffany (Derek) Hollenbeck. Dear grandfather of Matthew, Ashley, Kayla, Mallory and Dominick. Brother of Susan (Greg) Gibbs, Steven (Jill) and Neil (Bridget) Saxton. Further survived by nieces, nephews, in-laws, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents Robert and Rose Saxton. Visitation will be held at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home, 5355 W. Forest Home Ave.,, Milwaukee, WI 53220, on Wednesday, January 24th, 2024 at 10 AM, followed by a Funeral Service at 12 PM. Interment will take place at 2 PM on Thursday, January 25th, 2024 at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 21731 Spring St., Union Grove, WI 53182. (Please meet at the cemetery).

(Nee Zaffke) Passed away surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at the age of 48 years. Loving mother of Mickile Skenandore, Calvin Burnside and Allyana Burnside. Dear grandmother of 7. Sister of Jammie and Tania. Daughter of Brian Zaffke. Granddaughter of Dorothy. Carie always said, "Friends are the Family you choose". She leaves her dear partner Tammy and friends Shelly and Yvonne. Also survived by nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. She is returning home to be with her loved ones that passed before her; her mother Katherine, her son Gabriel, her children's father Calvin, loving "niece" Marlaina, aunt Rozella and uncle Burton. Visitation will be held at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home, 5355 W. Forest Home Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53220 on Monday, January 22nd, 2024, from 3-6 PM, with a Celebration of Life Service at 6 PM. Visitation will also be held at Oneida United Methodist Church, N6037 County Rd. E, De Pere, WI 54115, on Wednesday, January 24th, 2024, from 3-5 PM, with Funeral Services and final Drum Farewell at 5 PM. Dinner and refreshments will follow at 6 PM.

(Nee Rusk) Became an Angel on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at the age of 91 years. Joined her beloved husband Arthur J. Elm Jr. Loving mother of Carolyn (Tom) Beck, the late Arthur J., III (Kathy) Elm, the late Michael (Joyce) Elm, and Sheila (Denise Carlson) Elm. Dear grandmother of Arthur, IV, Michael, Jr., Alicia and Lynette Elm. Great-grandmother of Isabella, Sophia, Nevaeh, Asher, Fiona and Elena. Further survived by goddaughter Julie Hahn, special nephew and caregiver Richard McClain, and many loving relatives, including nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews and many dear friends in Milwaukee and the Lac Courte Oreilles Reservation. Julia had many treasured friends that lived afar in many different states. Julia lived a very fulfilling life. She always enjoyed her time with her family and her doors were always open. We always left her house with a full belly and a full heart. Visitation at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home on Saturday, January 27th, 2024 at 11 AM, followed by a Funeral Service at 1 PM. Private interment. Julia's Funeral Service will be livestreamed and can be viewed live at 1 PM on the day of the service or anytime thereafter at: https://my.gather.app/remember/julia-elm

Milania Stupnyckyj (nee Wojnarowski), a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully joined her husband Roman and daughter Elizabeth on Saturday, January 6, 2024. Born in Siemuszowa, Poland, she embarked on a remarkable journey, leaving her homeland at 13 to stay with family in Germany. A few years later, she traveled to England where she met Roman, married, and started a family. In 1953, they made their way by ship to Canada to be with her late brother Joseph, eventually settling in Milwaukee in 1958 to be close to her late sister Sophia Chamulak. A devoted mother to Maria (Bruce) Weimer, Michael (Dawn) Stupnyckyj, and Lydia (Roman) Pyskir, Milania was cherished by her five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She leaves behind sisters Julia Jaszcyszyn, Slawka Gnatowski (Poland), and Maria Grobarchik (Milwaukee), along with nieces and nephews in Poland and the USA. Milania's life was marked by resilience and dedication. As a seamstress at Junior House, Strong’s, where she tailored for the police and iconic sports teams like the Milwaukee Bucks and Brewers, she, alongside her husband, continued their craft at Goldmann’s on Mitchell Street even after they retired. Active in St. Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, Milania was a pillar in the Ukrainian community. Her culinary skills, showcased in the preparation of Varenyky, Holubtsi, Borscht, Paska, and Strushla, were legendary, shared generously with everyone, especially during church events until the age of 91. Her commitment to Ukrainian traditions extended beyond her kitchen, encompassing her involvement in the Ukrainian Women’s Committee and the Ukrainian American Youth Association. Milania was always cooking, baking, sewing costumes, working at the Holiday Folk Fair, and countless church dinners. While vacationing at the Ukrainian Youth Camp in Baraboo, WI, she made Varenyky & donuts for everyone. Milania's passion for her heritage resonated in every aspect of her life. The last two years were spent at Layton Terrace Memory Care, where she found joy in singing Ukrainian songs from her past, the visits of pets, and telling stories to the delight of residents and staff. Milania's sense of humor remained unwavering, as she continued to greet residents with “Bon Appétit” and wonder why everyone is so old. Visitation will be held at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home, 5355 W. Forest Home Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53220, on Friday, January 19th, 2024, from 4:30-6:30 PM, with Panachyda at 6:00 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1025 S. 11th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204, at 10:00 AM (Please meet at the Church). In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to St. Michael's Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1025 S. 11th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204, or Razom for Ukraine ( https://www.razomforukraine.org/ ). Milania Stupnyckyj will find her eternal rest at St. Adalbert Cemetery, 3801 S. 6th St., Milwaukee, WI 53221, following the Mass. Her memory will forever live on in the hearts of those she touched.

Passed away on January 4th, 2024 at the age of 64. Panachyda on Monday, January 15th, 2024 from 11 AM - 12 PM at St. Adalbert Cemetery Chapel , 3801 S. 6th St., Milwaukee, WI 53221. Oleg was a positive, active and hardworking person who was always willing to go above and beyond for those whom he loved. Oleg's smiling face and positive attitude will be deeply missed. May his soul rest in peace. Пішов з життя 4-го Січня 2024 року у 64-му віці. Панахида відбудеться в Понеділок, 15-го січня 2024 року в 11 ранку в каплиці цвинтаря St. Adalbert Cemetery Chapel , 3801 S. 6th St., Milwaukee, WI 53221. Олег був позитивним, активним і роботящим чоловіком, завжди готовий прийти на допомогу усім хто її потребував. Авторитет його в сім’і і на роботі не підлягали сумніву. Люблячий чоловік, батько, старший брат і найкращий дідусь це ті синоніми які йому відповідають.Його усмішка і позитивний настрій буде завжди в нашій памʼяті. Нехай його душа спочиває з Богом.

Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024 at the age of 75 years. Dear brother of Patricia (the late Joseph) Monticelli, Dorothy Hall and Thomas (Margaret) Wilson. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents Adrian and Dorothy Wilson. Michael was a US Navy Veteran. Visitation at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home on Sunday, January 14th, 2024 from 3 PM until the time of the funeral service at 4 PM. The burial will take place at St. Adalbert Cemetery, 3801 S. 6th St., Milwaukee, on Monday, January 15th, 2024 at 9 AM (Please meet at the cemetery office at 9 AM).

Passed away on December 16, 2023. Preceded in death by the love of his life Arlene (nee Priegel), and his son Steve. He is survived by his daughters Sue (Terry) Wimmer and Joyce (the late Brian) Follett. Further survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, one nephew, other family and friends. A Memorial Gathering for family and friends will be held at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home on Friday, January 5th, 2024 from 10 AM until 12 Noon with a Service at 12 Noon. Entombment Arlington Park Cemetery. Larry was an avid hunter and enjoyed the outdoors. He was retired after 43 years from the Milwaukee Road, Soo Line and Canadian Pacific Railroad. Our father will be missed by all who knew him. Always willing to help anyone in need.

Born to Eternal Life on Tuesday, December 19th, 2023 at age 88. Cherished husband of Beverly (nee Mudek) for over 62 years. Loving father of Curtis, Lynnette (Michael) Schroedl, LeAnne (Bruce Neuner) Wiesen-Neuner and Craig (Jaynie Kutka). Dear grandpa of Amanda Wiesen, Brandon Schroedl and Kyra Lemke, and great-grandpa of Grayson Lemke. Brother of Holly (John) Jahnz. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. Preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Caroline Wiesen, brothers Richard and David, and his sister Sharon. Dennis and his wife Beverly were proud members of the Wisconsin Stargazers Starcraft Camper Club for over 55 years, which took them to many places all over the US and Canada. He worked for Lockheed, Astronautics and Delco Electronics for over forty years, including working on the Apollo Space Program. Visitation Wednesday, December 27th, 2023 at 10 AM at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church , 8500 W. Coldspring Rd., Greenfield, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Entombment Forest Home Cemetery . In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Arbor Day Foundation are appreciated.

Friday, December 15, 2023 at the age of 64 years. Beloved husband of Cindy (nee Gravelle). Loving father of Michelle (Casey) Murphy and Michael Miller. Dear "Papa" of Max, Molly, Miles and Mia. Brother of Leanne (Michael) Schuyler and Linda Miller. Further survived by his step-father James Brock, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents Richard Miller and Betty Jane Brock. A Memorial Gathering will be held at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home on Saturday, January 13, 2024 from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM, with a Memorial Service at 12:30 PM. Private interment Highland Memorial Park, New Berlin.

Leonard H. Pawelski, Jr. 82, passed away on December 13, 2023. Leonard (“Len”) was born to Leonard and Marguerite (Budney) Pawelski in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on April 28, 1941. On July 6, 1963, Leonard married Kathleen (“Kathy”) Pace. Len and Kathy were married during Len’s leave from serving his country in the U.S. Air Force. He served from 1961-1965, stationed both at Westover Air Base in Chicopee, Massachusetts and near Athens, Greece. He was honorably discharged in 1965 and rejoined Kathy in Milwaukee. Leonard earned an associate’s degree from UW-Milwaukee in Business Administration. After which he held various positions in import/export administration for various companies in the Milwaukee area. Far more important than what he did to pay the bills, was the satisfaction he gained from building and creating—from his early days helping his father build houses in the Bay View and Town of Lake areas of Milwaukee to his lifelong love of music, fishing, and collecting. Len was a keen observer and lover of beauty in the world, a trait that led him to enthusiastically take up painting later in life. He was a born entertainer. From an early age, playing the accordion, through playing piano in many bands well into his middle years, music was an endless joy, fascination and obsession for him. So much so that starting in 2011 through 2023, he could be found at Aurora West Allis Medical Center playing piano and collecting tips which he donated to the hospital. Over the years, he raised thousands of dollars for various charitable causes. Len was equally enamored with the outdoors. An avid fisherman, he enjoyed countless hours out on Carrol Lake in the Minocqua area where the fish mostly succeeded in avoiding him. Another enduring obsession was stamp collecting. Once exiting the manufacturing sector, he worked at various stamp stores, valuing and buying and selling collections. He spent hours sifting for gold in endless piles of stamps, always on the treasure hunt for an elusive example in hopes of adding to one of his formidable personal collections. Later in life, he began painting, lining the walls of his and Kathy’s home with his latest creations—landscapes, city scenes, or abstract shapes, he would eye them from different sides of the room and excitedly share them with visitors. After a blowout celebration for their 50th Anniversary in 2013, gathering friends and relatives from near and far, Len and Kathy celebrated their 60th Anniversary on July 6, 2023 as a close family affair with pizza at their favorite place. One of the best parts about hanging out with Len and Kathy was to see how they cracked each other up over the silliest things. His distinctive laughter was contagious, and family gatherings were filled with lots of smiles. Leonard is survived by his wife of 60 years, Kathy, who might be the only person to ever understand Len’s sense of humor. Together they created a fun-loving family and friend community across the decades. He is also survived by his two children: his daughter Cheryl (Audrey Bilger) Pawelski, and his son Glen (Sarah Peterson) Pawelski, of Madison, WI. He also leaves behind two grandsons, Loren Pawelski of Portland, OR, and Gilbert Pawelski of Madison, WI along with nieces, nephews, and many friends. Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, infant son, Leonard, and his brother Dennis and sister Dianne (Karl) Horvat. A Memorial Gathering will be held at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home on Monday, January 8th, 2024 from 10 AM - 12 PM. Interment will follow at 1 PM at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Leonard’s honor can be made to the charity of your choice.

(Nee Zablocki) Born to Eternal Life on Monday, December 11th, 2023 at the age of 80 years. Beloved wife of the late George. Loving mother of Sharon (Larry) Hanson, Stephen (Katherine), Andrew (Jennifer) and Philip (Jessica). Dearest Grannie of Mick, Jack, Alex, Conor and Quinn. Dear sister-in-law of Violet Zablocki. Godmother of Peter Zablocki, Jennifer Serio and Laura Wirgau. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home on Sunday, December 17th, 2023 from 3-7 PM, with a Parish Vigil at 6 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, December 18th, 2023 at 10:00 AM at St. Matthias Catholic Church, 9306 W. Beloit Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53227. (Please meet at the Church). In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Matthias Endowment Fund, 9306 W. Beloit Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53227, are appreciated.

Sunday, December 10, 2023 at the age of 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Angel Quiles. Survived by 4 daughters, 1 son, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Visitation and funeral services will be held at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home, 5355 W. Forest Home Ave., Milwaukee, on Saturday, December 16th, 2023 from 8:30 - 11:30 AM. Interment will follow at St. Adalbert Cemetery, 3801 S. 6th St., Milwaukee.

Greendale, WI - Found peace Tuesday, November 28, 2023. Patricia was born in Oneonta, NY and spent her early years in Westfield, MA. She attended Marquette University (class of 75). There she met her husband of 45 years. She had a rich, varied career as caregiver for 23 years for her father in law and mother in law, created Harvest Graphics, worked as a graphic designer for ACTA publications in Chicago, IL. She delighted in dance and was a generous teacher. In her compassionate care for her family, she was truly a person of the Beatitudes. She opened her home to offer hospitality for those in need and for just pure joy. Patricia battled brain cancer for almost 2 years. Special thank you to the entire staff at the Lutheran Home Wauwatosa for their compassionate care, especially the various Certified Nursing Assistants, LPN’s, RN’s, Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists on the 4th floor Rehab unit. They all did their very best to help Patricia to recover and maintain her functional abilities. Thanks also to Drs. Wade Mueller, Michael Straza, Fernando Santos-Panheiro and Ekokobe Fonkem from Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin, and Sue L Hafemann NP from Aurora Family Medicine, for giving Patricia as much of a quality of life as possible. She is survived by her husband, Patrick, sister in law Mary Ellen Rackocy (Bill), brother in law James (Marcy), sisters Judith DeNapoli, Karen Ducharme (Jay), brothers Steven (Jeanne), Kenneth (Binnie), Robert (Debbie), Peter and many nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian burial will be at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 3722 S. 58th St., Milwaukee, WI 53220 at 12:00 pm on Thursday December 14th. Gathering before Mass will begin at 11:00 am. The Mass will be live streamed and can be viewed on the Our Lady of Lourdes YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@ololmke A reception will be held at the church after Mass. Interment will take place on Friday, December 15th at 10:00 AM at Holy Cross Cemetery, 7301 W. Nash St., Milwaukee, WI 53216. Memorials to Capuchin Community Services will be appreciated, www.capuchincommunityservices.org .

It is with great sorrow that we share the passing of our caring sister and beloved aunt Merry Virginia Hinz “ Little Merry”, on November 18th, 2023 at the age of 69 years young. She had a loving partner of 39 years, Paul Proell Jr., who preceded her in death on July 21st, 2020. Both are survived by their fur baby Saphira. Merry was born in Marion, Indiana on November 3rd, 1954 to Frank & Marilouise (nee Sigler) Hinz, the youngest of 5 children. In her young adolescent years, she traveled through the United States with her siblings during her father Frank’s military career. The family shared many happy memories and stories for years on their adventures and moved from one location to another during this time. Later after her dad's retirement from the miltary, the family returned to their roots in Milwaukee, WI. She attended and graduated from South Division High School in 1974 and worked throughout her life in various positions. Merry’s love of animals was very passionate. She spoiled her furbabies and she rescued a few dogs over her lifetime. She loved attending family gatherings, fun and filled with love, no matter the event. Merry would always help others in any way she could, watching her nieces and nephews and friend's children (LOL, no diapers though). You could count on her to babysit animals when family & friends were on vacation. She would sit with family members, watching wrestling or old TV shows or when others needed respite time. In her spare time, Merry loved to be social, going to casinos and dining out, but especially enjoyed spending quality time with her family and friends doing things she loved, Duck Pin Bowling or playing Bingo. Merry was a member of the Rebekah Lodge for many years. She enjoyed calling people on their birthday and singing Happy Birthday to them and she also delivered all the family milestones/event information. Preceded in death by her parents Frank & Marilouise Hinz, sister Lois Hinz and brother Laurence Hinz. Merry is survived by her brothers Charles (Darlene) Hinz and Jerry (Edith) Hinz, sister-in-law Sandy Hinz, along with other loving relatives and many friends she held dear. Dear aunt of Robert, Corky, Angela (Rick), Joey, Jennie (Al), Shawna (Darrell), Ginger (Scott), Tom, Tammy (Scott), Mike (Carrie), Tom (Tracy), Rick, Danilynn, Jeremy, the late Trent and the late Jason. Proud great aunt of Tony, Max, Rebecca, Chelsea, Courtney (Billy), James, Dylan, Eric, Maya, Nick and Emily. Super proud great-great aunt to Landon, Hailey, Wyatt, Ryleigh, Lydia and Evelyn. Merry had a larger-than-life heart and a personality to match, making friends everywhere she went. She will be missed dearly. Visitation Friday, December 15, 2023 from 4-7 PM at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home, 5355 W. Forest Home Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53220. Burial at Highland Memorial Park, New Berlin, WI pending for a later date.

Steven Daniel Iwinski, age 38, of Milwaukee, WI passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 20, 2023. He was born on June 21, 1985, to Daniel and Tammy Iwinski. Steven loved camping, fishing and was a lover of his pets Zena and Diesel. Steven loved taking walks down by the lakefront and he enjoyed the atmosphere of nature, he enjoyed taking his kids to water parks and letting them have the time of their lives. Steven was a thinker, and he was always thinking of the next thing he could do or get involved in, whether it was fixing up bikes, going for rides with his wife and friends, or helping a fellow Veteran. Although he is no longer with us here on Earth, we have our memories of him and with him that will always be in our hearts. Steven leaves behind his parents, Daniel and Tammy Iwinski, his four children Eric, Sean, Paul and Kitty, his wife Liz (Kitty), His siblings Crissy (Jay), Michael, Kevin, and Danny. Steven also leaves behind his nieces and nephews Brandon, Austin, Meadow, August, Bayleigh and Kentley. Further survived by his grandfather Joe Iwinski (Maria), godparents Jeff and Emily Zarnowski, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and fellow military veterans. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Monday, December 4, 2023, from 12PM to 4PM at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home, located at 5355 W. Forest Home Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53220. The Memorial Service will begin at 3PM. Military honors memorial will be held in the spring of 2024 at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 21731 Spring St., Union Grove, WI 53182. Relatives and friends will be notified when we have an exact date.

Karen S. Tadych was Born to Eternal Life on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at the age of 77. She was the loving wife of the late John A. Tadych, Sr.; the beloved mother of Debbie (Marco) Contreras, Kathy (Daniel) Doroteo and John Jr. (Rilea Dessart); and dear Nana of Karina, Amanda, Rebecca, Annie and Emily. She is preceded in death by her parents, Norbert and Marjorie Siwek. She is survived by many other family members and friends. Karen attended Immaculate Conception grade school and remained lifelong friends with some of the “IC girls.” She attended Mercy High School and received an associate degree in accounting from MIT (now MATC), which she went on to use at NN Insurance Company. She then owned and managed Karen’s Beauty Studio, which she and her husband bought and operated out of their home for over 30 years. Her Catholic faith was extremely important to her, and she and her husband were longtime parishioners of Blessed Sacrament Parish. They also sacrificed to give their children a Catholic School education. After her husband’s death, she followed her children to Oconomowoc, where she lived with her daughters and helped baby-sit and raise her grandchildren. She was an avid animal lover, especially cats, and wished she could save every stray animal there was. She was extremely loyal to those she loved and was always thinking of ways to help others out. She has left an irreplaceable void in the lives of those who knew her best, but her memory will live on with those whose lives she has touched. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 from 5-8 PM at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home, with a Prayer Service at 7 PM. Visitation will also be held at 10 AM on Thursday, November 30, 2023 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church , 3100 S. 41st St., Milwaukee, WI 53215, (please go directly to the church), followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery .

Marisol was a spirited soul. She gave cancer a run for its money. Mari went home to be with Mom (Delfa Malave) and Pops (Radames Malave) on October 18, 2023. She lived life on her own terms, and her last weeks on earth were no different. Mari chose to stay at home and was surrounded by her family and friends. While she was alive, Mari’s zest for life was contagious. She enjoyed roller derby, water sports, hiking, traveling and most of all the Brewers. Mari also relished spending time with the people she loved, especially Cody and one of her favorite companions, Fern. Marisol Malave is lovingly remembered by her sisters, Maria and Leticia, her brother, Radames (Lorena), her niece, Lillianna, her nephews, Francisco, William, Ismael, and her family members in New York, Florida, Puerto Rico and California. A celebration of Mari’s life will be held on November 17, 2023 from 4:00-7:00 PM at Bruskiewitz Funeral Home (5355 West Forest Home Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53220).

On Wednesday, October 11th, 2023, at the age of 78, Dwayne George Buker went into the presence of his beloved Lord and Saviour. Dwayne faithfully served the Lord the last 48 years of his life in Spain, spending forty of these years in the province of Asturias (his adopted homeland). He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Rachael, his mother, Jean Buker, and a young child. He will be remembered by his family with great affection, knowing that they will see him again in Glory. He was a beloved father to his children: Rebekah (Buker) Quimby and son-in-law Dan; Ruthann Buker; Jeremy Buker and daughter-in-law Elizabeth; Jonathan Buker; Rhoda Buker and son-in-law Alex Mendez; Jesse Buker; and Roseanne Buker. He also dearly loved his grandchildren: Leilani, Natalia, Jackson, Oliver, Daniel, Ian, and the youngest who will be born in April. He will be greatly missed by his sister, several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, many nieces and nephews, and also by the members of the Faith Bible Baptist Church of Oviedo, Spain. Verses that greatly encouraged Dwayn e when he lost his wife, Rachael, were Isaiah 26:3-4, “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. T rust ye in the LORD for ever: for in the LORD JEHOVAH is everlasting strength.” Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, November 4th, 2023 at 11 AM at Mukwonago Baptist Church, 1610 Honeywell Rd., Mukwonago. Visitation will be held at the Church before the Service beginning at 10 AM. Interment at Baptist Memorial Cemetery, East Troy.

Sandra Lee Rome, born October 15, 1939 in LaCrosse, WI to Louise Mae and Roscoe Young, joined her husband, Keith “Bud” Rome on October 24, 2023 at the age of 84 years. Survived by her older sister, Sharon and preceded in death by her younger brother Shad. Sandra was known for her many roles; daughter, sister, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother and mostly, mother "Ma". Sandra was a loving and proud mother to her six children; Amanda (Horst) Dorner, Kris (Al) Webber, Ross (Deena), Derrick (Angela), Cynthia (Robert) Klapka and Tony (Tania). Sandra was a proud grandma and great-grandmother. She had an eye for interior design, a gift in the kitchen and endless love for animals. Truly making every house a home. Her love extended to all that walked in her house, whether it was a plate of food, a story or a warm laughing hug. Private family services will be held.

Mary Ann Theresa Kopaczewski was born in Milwaukee, WI on April 13, 1947 to Dorothy (Abramczyk) and Ervin Kopaczewski. She passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at the age of 76 years. Dear sister of Marlene, Kathleen, Nancy, Michael and Charlene. Loving aunt to many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Cherished niece and cousin. Mary Ann never had children but she spoiled her nieces and nephews and loved them as if they were her own. Mary Ann worked as a nurse aide for many years. Mary Ann loved her family and made sure to always tell them so. She would sign every card and tell every person before she would hang up the phone that she loved them “all the way to God and back”. Several years ago, Mary Ann wrote a message that she wanted shared when she passed away: “I tried to be good all my life. I have tried to help people and help my family for I love all my family. I hope youse all saw the good in me. I am gone now, but in my heart, I will love all my family and friends, and even my enemies (which are very few). All I wish is that people don’t forget me. And please love one another as I loved youse." The family would like to sincerely thank the staff at Ascension St Francis Place and Compassus Hospice for the care and companionship they provided to Mary Ann during her final days. Visitation will be held at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home on Monday, November 6, 2023 at 11 AM, followed by a Funeral Service at 1 PM. Interment to follow at St. Adalbert Cemetery.

Sunday, October 22, 2023 at the age of 85 years. Preceded in death by her parents George and Irene Czerwinski and brother Jim (the late Sue) Czerwinski. Dear aunt of Dianne (Paul) Cronce, Chris (Mike Allen) Schmidt, Dan (Jennifer) Czerwinski, Lisa Bunnow and Laura (Matt) Webb. Great aunt of Joshua Herrmann, Peter Czerwinski, Nathan Webb, Courtney Bunnow, Meghan Czerwinski, Joe Webb, Kailey Schmidt, Kendall Schmidt and Zachary Bunnow. Further survived by other relatives and many dear friends. Joanne retired from Wisconsin Bell / AT&T after more than thirty years of employment. She was involved with the Pioneers Club, enjoyed traveling and listening to country music. Joanne loved to be social, going to see shows and dining out, but especially enjoyed spending quality time with her family and friends. Visitation at the Bruskiewitz Funeral Home on Friday, November 3rd, 2023 at 10 AM, followed by a funeral service at 12 PM. Interment at St. Adalbert Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Joanne's memory to the American Heart Association are appreciated.