OBITUARIES

Francisco Salas

Francisco Salas

Nov 29, 2024

 

Francisco Salas died on the morning of November 29, 2024. He was 77 years old. 

Salas was born on July 28, 1947 in Crystal City, Texas, the fourth of six children born to Manuel Salas and Argentina Rodriguez Salas. 

Part of the Tejano diaspora, the Salas family followed the seasons across the country as farm workers to pick fruits and vegetables. Long...

John Gregory Maher

John Gregory Maher

Nov 7, 2024

Died Saturday, November 9, 2024. Born March 5, 1953, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Preceded in death by his parents William Power Maher, and Jane Mahar Maher. Survived by his brother, Fr. Michael William Maher, S.J. of Milwaukee and his sister Catherine Maher Preussler (Robert) of Genesee, Wisconsin. He is further survived by his Aunt Bridie Driscoll (Thomas) of Winter Park, Florida,...

Luz Leida Orengo Ruiz

Luz Leida Orengo Ruiz

Nov 7, 2024

Luz Leida Orengo Ruiz passed away on November 7, 2024 at the age of 66. A visitation will be held at WITKOWIAK FUNERAL HOME, 529 W. Historic Mitchell Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Friday November 15, 2024 from 1 PM to 3 PM.

Dedicated to: LUZ LEÍDA ORENGO RUIZ by Epifanio Mariani Ortega

(MY PRINCESS)

Brave, Strong, Loving Woman.

BRAVE: because she knew how to...

Michelle McCord De La O Ochoa

Michelle McCord De La O Ochoa

Nov 7, 2024

Michelle McCord De La O Ochoa born November 1st, unexpectedly passed away on November 7th 2024. 48 years young. She is survived by her Husband Mauricio, Her Daughter Maria (Ben), her Son Mauricio and her two grandchildren she loved so much Milo and Luna. Michelle was the most selfless person you would have ever met. She wore her heart on...

Salvador Sanchez Sr.

Salvador Sanchez Sr.

Oct 29, 2024

Our beloved father Salvador Sanchez Sr. passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones in his home on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at the age of 87.

He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Bertha Sanchez and their children Iris (Eugene) Bohan, Frank (Ruben) Sanchez, Gabriel (Lisa) Sanchez, Caroline (Pascual) Rodriguez, Maria (Kyle) Sanchez and grandchildren: Beto Mendez, Natalia...

Minerva Rodriguez Sanchez

Minerva Rodriguez Sanchez

Oct 23, 2024

Our Dear Minerva Rodriguez, age 69, passed away peacefully on Oct 23 2024.She was born on August 3 1955 in Puerto Rico.

Minerva Rodriguez was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and friend. She dedicated her life to her family and community, always putting others before herself. Her kindness, generosity, and unwavering support touched the lives of everyone who knew her....

Lucille V Hoeft

Lucille V Hoeft

Oct 16, 2024

Lucy Viola Hoeft, age 72, Milwaukee County, passed away on October 16th 2024 after a long battle with breast cancer. Lucy was born on October 28th 1952 to Raymond and Viola Schultz in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Lucy dedicated her life to her family. Lucy had an amazing partner in Kenneth Hoeft and together they had two children, Kirk Hoeft and Stacy...

Raquel Lezama-Reyes

Raquel Lezama-Reyes

Oct 14, 2024

En Memoria amorosa a Raquel Lezama Reyes. 

01•17•1982 - 10•14•2024

Dios te sostiene en sus brazos, te sostenemos en nuestro corazón 

 Se fue señor, al encuentro contigo se fue en silencio, con La Paz y la ternura en su mirada, reflejo sereno de quien ha entrado en el camino de la vida sin fin Se fue con la confianza puesta en ti, con...

Jeremy R Rzepkowski

Jeremy R Rzepkowski

Oct 12, 2024

Jeremy R Rzepkowski, a loving father, devoted son, cherished brother, passed away on October 12, 2024 at the age of 49. Born on February 4, 1975, Jeremy lived a life filled with passion, humor, and an unwavering love for his family.

He is survived by beloved children, Connor, Emma, and Colin, who were the light of his life. Jeremy often found...

Marcus Lovell Whitley

Marcus Lovell Whitley

Oct 2, 2024

Marcus Lovell Whitley, age 41, tragically passed away on October 2, 2024. Born on September 17, 1983, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was the beloved son of Walker Sr. Watson and Paula Whitley.

Marcus is survived by his loving siblings: Walker Jr., Max, Pauline, Ashley, and Wjtisha. He was the proud father of seven children: Kavon, Drake, Debari, Yanelliz, Damonie, Anilah, and...

Stephen Patrick Baldus

Stephen Patrick Baldus

Sep 16, 2024

It is with deep sadness; that I regretfully announce that Stephen (Steve) Baldus passed away due to a sudden aggressive infection on 9/16/24. He battled cancer with everything that he had for nearly two years and continued his treatments until only several days before his death.

Through all of his pain and sickness he was still so thankful every single day....

Maria Minerva Rivera Llanes

Maria Minerva Rivera Llanes

Sep 8, 2024

Beloved wife of Miguel Angel Perez Melendez and dear mother of Yesenia, Adamides, Giovannie, and Miguel A, Further survived by other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held at Witkowiak Funeral Home on Friday September 13, 2024 starting at 10 AM with services at 12:45 PM. Interment to follow at Good Hope Cemetery.

Jose Antonio Acevedo Ramirez

Jose Antonio Acevedo Ramirez

Sep 5, 2024

Jose Acevedo passed away September 5, 2024 at the age of 60. A Memorial Gathering will be held on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 starting at 11AM followed by a Memorial Service at 1PM at WITKOWIAK FUNERAL HOME, 529 W Historic Mitchell Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Joann Vojvodich

Joann Vojvodich

Sep 2, 2024

Joann Vojvodich 75, Hartford Wisconsin passed away on Monday September 2, 2024, with her granddaughter Emily by her side. She resided with her daughter Theresa to assure comfort as part of her happily ever after. Joann was born on February 12,1949 to her parents Irene and Otto Zimmerman at St. Luke’s Hospital. On that day to which was also Irenes...

Luisa Alicea Allende

Luisa Alicea Allende

Aug 25, 2024

On August 25, 2024, at 78 years of age, Luisa Alicea went to live with her heavenly father. Luisa leaves her four children, Jose Lopez, Evelyn Lopez, Daisy Lopez and Miguel Moure, with very sad hearts. Fourteen grandchildren, of whom Luisa raised her oldest granddaughter, Evelyn (Evie) Lopez as her own daughter. Luisa had the grace of also receiving 19...

Michael Earl Edwards

Michael Earl Edwards

Aug 20, 2024

Michael Edwards was born on March 7, 1957 to the union of Willie Mae Reese Edwards and James Edwards. He received his diploma at Roosevelt High School. He then enrolled in the army at an early age of 25. His hobbies were listening to music and entertaining people. He liked to cook, eat, and invite people over. He was a...

Esperanza Gonzalez

Esperanza Gonzalez

Aug 17, 2024

Esperanza Gonzalez, a dedicated caregiver, loving mother, and cherished companion, passed away peacefully on August 17,2024, at the age of 74. Born on June 2, 1950, Esperanza exemplified a life of service and compassion, devoting her professional life to caring for others.

Her personality was a shining beacon of positivity; she was described as very caring, loving, and a true fighter....

Juan Carlos Medina

Juan Carlos Medina

Aug 5, 2024

Passed away August 5, 2024 at the age of 47.

Beloved son of Iris Ortega and the late Alberto Medina. Dear father of Anna, Yakdiel, Angel, Luis and Yaniel (with lifelong partner Maria Martinez Rodriguez). Brother of Yashira Medina and the late Julio. Further survived by other relatives and friends.

Visitation at the WITKOWIAK FUNERAL HOME Chapel 529 West Historic Mitchell Street,...

Manuel Montoya Benavides

Manuel Montoya Benavides

Aug 3, 2024

Manuel Montoya Benavides passed away August 3, 2024 at the age of 77.

A visitation will be held at WITKOWIAK FUNERAL HOME on Monday, August 12, 2024 from 10 AM to the time of service at Noon. A burial at St. Adalbert Cemetery with Military Honors will follow.

Sylvia Ann Ferreira

Sylvia Ann Ferreira

Jul 15, 2024

Sylvia Ann Ferreira was born to her parents, Marlene Berkley and Manuel Ferreira on May 23, 1970. She was the second child of what turned into a large close knit family. As the only daughter, Sylvia quickly assumed the responsibility of “overseeing” her four brothers…a responsibility she took very seriously her entire life.

Sylvia also loved animals and leaves behind her...

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