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Elizabeth Grace Ware (Nee Bledsoe) Passed away unexpectedly 05/04/2024 Dear daughter of Luci Bledsoe and Steve Bledsoe Loving wife of Ryan Ware and mother of Asaiah, Elijah, Emmalyn, Aaliyah, Brooklyn, and Ayden Further survived by other relatives and many friends She is a graduate of Johnson Creek High School and UW Whitewater She recently worked at Rise Youth and Family Services and was a volunteer and organizer for over 20 years at Christian Disciple Farm during the summer "She was larger than life, a definite force of nature, a fierce mother and wife and the way she guided and nurtured her family is awe-inspiring". A memorial service will held at Dickson Hollow Retirement...

Carol Martha (Cichacki) Zelinski, passed away peacefully after praying. Carol was the loving wife of Henry Zelinski (1934-2001); mother of Victoria Ulatowski (Dan), Todd Zelinski (Mary), Nanette Whitmarsh (Al) and Melody Gabel (Dennis); loving grandmother of 10: Lauren (Justin), Michelle (Michael), Fr. Enan, Patrick (Dayle), Christopher, Michael, Isaac, Alexandria, Tanner and Evan; great grandmother of 5: Julian, Donavan, Terrence, Bernadette and Mason. Carol was born and raised in West Allis, graduating from Central H.S. She met Henry (Hank), the love of her life, at Wehr Steel where they both worked. Hank was a metal pourer and Carol was a production clerk. Later, Carol enjoyed cooking...

Found peace August 30, 2019 at age 77. Beloved sister of Marjorie, Cheryl (Michael) Peterson, Thomas (Kathleen), Glenn, Richard, the late Ronald (Donna), the late Donald, and the late Nancy. Further survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Interment service will be held Wednesday at St. Adalbert's Cemetery chapel (3801 S. 6th St.) at 10:00 AM. Memorials to the American Cancer Society are appreciated.

Found peace August 26, 2019 at age 76. Funeral services pending. Please see Thursday's paper for full notice or call the funeral home for further details.

Avid traveler, whiskey connoisseur, and all around good guy died August 23, 2019. He was 71. Born in Milwaukee on August 22, 1948 to Louis and Dorothy Genner, John was a proud member of the Boy Scouts of America achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. After graduating from West Allis Central High School in 1966 he attended the University of Wisconsin- Waukesha for a year before joining the United States Air Force. He completed two tours in Vietnam and retired after 25 years of honorable military service. A life long learner, John held multiple degrees and educational certificates. His keen interest in history took him around the globe, exploring the wonders of the world. Much to the...

Passed away peacefully on August 23, 2019 at the age of 88. Wife of the late Joseph F. Kelly. Dear mother of Kevin (Julie), Erin and Patrick. Proud grandmother of Sean, Joe (Sarah), Sam (Katie), Emily, Kevin (Lauren), Justin (Ashley), Erica, Scott, Patrick, Rocco and Salvatore. Great-grandmother of McKenna, Maks, Isla, Chloe, Loralei and Killian. Preceded in death by son Terrence, daughter Colleen and daughter-in-law Mary Anita, and brothers Joseph, Robert, George, James and William Cmelak. Terry lovingly served her community for many years through the Brookfield Lioness Club, Meals on Wheels, Interfaith and West Allis Senior Center. Private services to be held at a later date.

Passed away August 18, 2019 age 90. Survived by kumovi, family and friends. A service will be held Thursday at St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Monastery in Libertyville, IL at 11:00 AM. Interment St. Sava Cemetery.

Passed away August 18, 2019 at the age of 89 years. Beloved mother of Jo Ann (Robert) Hempeck and Anthony (Theresa) Bishop. Loving grandmother of Dr. Nicholas (Sheena) Hempeck, Rebecca (Andy) Silldorff, and Andrea Bishop. Dear great-grandmother of Wyatt and Olivia Silldorff and Sophia Hempeck. Sister of Irene Sparacino. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Memorial services will be held Monday August 26, 2019 at 12:30 pm at Schaff Funeral Home. Visitation Monday at the funeral home 11:00 am until time of services. Inurnment services to follow after at Holy Cross Cemetery.

At rest August 12, 2019 at age 77. Beloved mother of Milivoje "Mike" Radojicic (Mary Ann Fuerte). Proud grandmother of Angela (Matt) Spencer, Marie (Derek) Olson, and Michael (Brittany) Radojicic. Great-grandmother "Baba" of Noah, Lucas, Jayden, Abbie, Kylie, Sadie, and Waylon. Sister of Milosia Rakic and Vida Radisavcevic. Further survived by kumovi, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was a retiree of Miller Brewery. Visitation will be Saturday at New Gracanica Serbian Orthodox Monastery, Third Lake, IL 10:30 AM until time of service 11:00 AM. Interment New Gracanica Cemetery.

At rest August 12, 2019 at age 60. Passed away from a sudden illness. Beloved wife of Tim. Loving daughter of Charlotte and the late Mile Savic. Dear sister of Donna (Bob) McKechnie, Mark Savic, and Vera (Jovan) Pantich. Daughter-in-law of Tom Gottschalk Sr. and the late Joann. Sister-in-law of Steve (Debbie), Tom Jr. (Mary), Jeff (Bonnie), and Dan (Wendy). Godmother of Ian and Rori McKechnie. Best friend of Linda Graybar. Further survived by other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends and her special cats Midnight, Shadow, and Mia. Visitation will be Friday at Schaff Funeral Home 12:00 PM until time of service 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family are...

Found peace August 10, 2019 at age 80. Former wife of Mark R. Raymark. Dear mother of Eric (Kathy), Bruce (Heather), Vilas "Ray" (Irma), Sylvia (John) Merrick, Mark G., and Julia Albrecht. Further survived by many loving grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Marion was a member of the Abou Ben Adhem Masonic Lodge in Springfield, MO. A memorial service will be Tuesday at Schaff Funeral Home at 6:00 PM. Visitation will be Tuesday at the funeral home 4:00 PM until time of service.

Passed away August 8, 2019 at the age of 54 years. Beloved daughter of Willis and Janet Hackbarth. Loving sister of Lisa (Michael) Harris, Brian (the late Kerry), Kevin (Jennifer), and Jason Hackbarth. Dear aunt of Jacqueline and MJ Harris, Michael Klein, and Trista, Alex, Tommy, Amanda, and Ashley Hackbarth. Former sister-in-law of Sheri Hackbarth. Further survived by other family and friends. Karla enjoyed participating in dog agility shows with her dogs and also enjoyed baking Christmas cookies. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday August 19, 2019 at 10:30 am at St. Rita Catholic Church S. 60th & W. Lincoln Ave. Visitation Monday August 19th at St. Rita...

Born to Eternal Life August 7, 2019 at the age of 89 years. Preceded in death by her husband Quinto, mother Clara Rutkowski, brothers Charles (the late Willie), Jack ( the late Polly), Pat, Bobby (Gloria) and sisters Lois (the late Marvin), Gladys (the late John), Dottie, and Rose (Bill). Loving and devoted mom of Joe (Mary), Barb (Mickey) Nowak, Jim (Sara), and Tony. Step-mother of Allyson (Craig). Dear grandma of Jeni Bitterli, Jeremy Heine, Katie, Quinton, and Sarah. Great-grandma of Julia Bitterli. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Clara was one of the original founders of the West Milwaukee High School Booster Club and a volunteer at the West...

Found peace August 6, 2019 at age 82. Beloved wife of Tom. Loving mother of Cheryl Gall, Tom (Judy), and Mike (Tracy). Further survived by grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held Thursday at the chapel at Mt. Olivet Cemetery (3801 W. Morgan Ave. Milwaukee) 11:00 AM until time of service 12:00 PM. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Passed away August 6, 2019 at the age of 87 years. Beloved husband of Maria (nee Tschmelak). Loving dad of Rose (Chris) Potters and Wally Juta. Further survived by other family and friends. Retiree of Falk Corporation. Funeral services will be held Monday August 12, 2019 at 7:00 pm at Schaff Funeral Home with a visitation 4:00 pm until time of services. Entombment Tuesday August 13th at 11:00 am at Forest Home Cemetery, please meet at the cemetery office.

Found peace August 5, 2019 at age 53. Beloved wife of Michael. Loving mother of Nicole and Samantha. Dear sister of Frank (Debbie) LaSusa, Laura (James) Mills, Larry LaSusa (Jackie), and Scott (Debbie) LaSusa. Dear daughter-in-law of Sandra Windaw and James Bori. Sister-in-law of Jill Ori. Preceded in death by her parents Carmen and Dolores LaSusa. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Dear companion of Gypsy and Bailey and her horse Hugo. Kim was a member of the Menomonee Falls 4-H Club and former employee of Adsert Inc. A memorial service will be held Friday August 9th at Schaff Funeral Home at 7:00 pm. Visitation 5:00 pm until time of service.

Age 86, Butler, WI resident, died August 9, 2019 at his Hayward, WI summer home following 12 days in home hospice care. Paul left this world with gratitude and a life well-lived, ready to journey to the next where loved ones await in union abounding within God's eternal love. Paul was born in Milwaukee, WI on March 20, 1933. He was raised in Milwaukee by his parents, Paul and Catherine (Klibowitz) Grahovac. Paul's down to earth parents were most influential to him and he honored them by applying their values throughout his life. Paul enjoyed a wonderful and playfully active childhood. He was passionately drawn to live music as a teenager. In high school, during the Big Band Era, he saw many...

At rest August 4, 2019 at age 81. Beloved husband of the late Leona. Dear father of Kenneth Jr. (Lauriejane), Edward (Leanne), Bruce (Leah), Todd, the late Daniel (Carla). Grandfather of Melissa and Amanda. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Kenneth was the owner and operator of Kenway Service for over 40 years. Visitation will be Wednesday at Schaff Funeral Home 4:00 PM until time of service 6:00 PM. Private interment Chapel Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to your local Humane Society are appreciated.

Passed away August 3, 2019 at the age of 90 years. Preceded in death by his granddaughter Lindsey Glass. Beloved father of Jim (Pam), the late Glenn, and Charlene (Roy) Risser. Former husband of Doris Curtin. Special thanks to Jack's devoted friend Kathy Mueller for her loving care and devotion through out the years. Further survived by 3 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, other family and friends. Jack retired from General Electric after 41 years, he enjoyed fishing, became an accomplished woodworker, and visited every major league baseball stadium in the country. Jack was also an avid fan of the Brewers and Packers and also was affectionately known as the "mayor" of 69th Street....

Passed away August 1, 2019 at the age of 98 years. Beloved husband of Audrey. Loving dad of Tim (Kathy), Laurel (Jim) Helding, Chad, Bill (Sherry) Schilling, the late Dennis (the late Denise) Schilling, and Mark Schilling. Dear grandpa of Allen, Tim, Lynn, Kelly, Mary, Amy, Beth, Lisa, Jamie, Greg, Vanessa, Caleb, Talia, Joshua, Billy, Tracy, Garrett, and Tyler. Further survived by great-grandchildren, other family and friends. United States Army Veteran of WWII. Funeral services will be held Monday August 5, 2019 at 6:00 pm at Schaff Funeral Home with a visitation 4:00pm until time of services. Private Interment Southern Wisconsin Veterans Cemetery.

Found peace on July 29, 2019 at the age of 51 years. Beloved and courageous daughter of Gail (Milton) Delo and the late Durand "Bud" Damask. Loving sister of Ann (Steve) Vinz, Joanne (Trent) Tinder, Ryan (Naomi), Greg (Lisa), the late Daniel, and Monica. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Special thanks to Froedtert Pulmonary Transplant Team, and to our close relatives and friends for Dawn's loving care. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday August 2, 2019 at 11:00 am at St. Matthias Catholic Church S. 93rd & W. Beloit Rd. Visitation Friday August 2nd at St. Matthias 9:30 - 10:45 am. Interment Highland Memorial Park.