Obituaries
Jerry Meissner
Jan 23, 2026
Jerome John Meissner, age 92, passed away peacefully at his home in Waukesha, Wisconsin on Friday, January 23, 2026.
Jerry was born on June 4, 1933, in Racine, Wisconsin to the late Regina (Drydyk) Meissner and Simon Meissner.
Jerry shared 62 years of marriage with his wife, Carol (Murphy) Meissner. He frequently stated that marrying Carol was “the best thing that ever...
William L. Belmer Sr.
Jan 20, 2026
William “Bill” L. Belmer Sr. of Waukesha passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at the age of 89. He was born in Fort Dodge, Iowa on September 21, 1936 the son of Winford Godfrey and Hildred Flossie (nee Lott) Belmer. Bill proudly served his country in the United States Navy. On December 14, 1957, he married the love of...
Connie Lynn Whittaker
Jan 29, 2026
Connie Lynn Whittaker passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026 with her loving family by her side. She was born in Waukesha on February 24, 1964 to Warren and Karen (nee: Staffeldt) Schwulst. Connie was a wonderfully creative person and had a passion for beading. She crafted beautiful jewelry, along with other various crafts. She enjoyed her work in clinical...
Nestor E. Hinojosa
Feb 2, 2026
Nestor E. Hinojosa Jr., of Waukesha, died on Monday, February 2, 2026 at Waukesha Memorial Hospital at the age of 73. He was born in Kingsville, TX, on December 19, 1952, the son of Nestor and Veda (nee Vela) Hinojosa. He graduated from Clovis High School in Fresno, CA and received his Associates Degree in Liberal Arts from Fresno City...
Charles A. Mudgett
Feb 1, 2026
Charles A. Mudgett of Waukesha passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at the age of 93. He was born in Ottawa, WI on January 6, 1933 the son of John and Lydia (nee Thuroff) Mudgett. Charles proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a longtime member of St. William Catholic Church...
William A. Hernandez
Feb 1, 2026
William “Bill” Hernandez, age 83 of Waukesha, WI, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026.
Born in Waukesha, Wisconsin, on February 26, 1942, Bill was the beloved son of Leonard and Mary (Gonzales) Hernandez. He attended Waukesha South High School and went on to honorably serve his country in the United States Army, earning distinction as a Vietnam War Veteran. Following...
David C. Mickler
Jan 31, 2026
David Charles Mickler lost his battle with Parkinson’s Disease on January 31, 2026. Born on January 20, 1946, in Waukesha, Wisconsin, David led a life defined by hard work, devotion to family, and an appreciation for life’s simple pleasures.
A member of the Waukesha South Class of 1964, David attended the University of Milwaukee for a year before beginning a varied...
Melodee D. Kremin
Jan 29, 2026
Melodee D Kremin, 77, passed away on January 29th, 2026, while in hospice at Waukesha Memorial Hospital.
Melodee was born on December 29th, 1948, in Waukesha, WI. She graduated in 1967 from Waukesha High School. She also completed coursework and received certification in early childhood development from WCTI. She used her knowledge and love of children as a kindergarten teacher's aide...
Bernice M. Zasmeta
Jan 29, 2026
Bernice M. Zasmeta (Warves), of Waukesha, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026. She was 85.
Bernice was born on February 10, 1940, to Mildred and William Warves in McGregor, Minnesota. Her early years were marked by simple beginnings, attending kindergarten in Superior, Wisconsin, and later Spencer School, a one-room schoolhouse in Aitkin, Minnesota. She completed grades one through seven...
Carlos Ruben Gallardo
Jan 29, 2026
Carlos Ruben Gallardo of Waukesha passed away following a short but courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at the age of 68. He was born in Puerto Rico on July 18, 1957 the son of Justo Gallardo and Felicita (DeJesus) Castro.
He will be sadly and forever missed by his children, Natalie (Prince Rowsey) Gallardo and Daniel Gallardo;...
Susan L Link
Jan 29, 2026
Susan L. Link died unexpectedly on Thursday, January 29, 2026. She was born in Waukesha to Lyle and Marion (nee: Ellarson) Link on October 30, 1948.
Susan grew up in a large family in rural Waukesha. She spent time living in Beloit, Racine, Camp Lake and Waukesha. Susan graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside with a degree in accounting. She worked...
Michael E. Frank
Jan 27, 2026
Michael “Mike” “Gum” E. Frank a lifelong Waukesha resident passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at the age of 68. He was born in Waukesha on November 15, 1957 the son of Willard and Dorothy (nee Katzner) Frank. Mike loved sports, especially the Packers and Badgers, watching old movies and listening to 50’s and 60’s music. He also...
Michael E. Hanson Sr.
Jan 25, 2026
Michael Edward Hanson, Sr passed away unexpectedly on January 25th, 2026 at his home at the age of 69. He was born on July 5th, 1956 to Jack and Shirley (nee Schickowski) Hanson, Sr in Waukesha, Wisconsin. He graduated from Waukesha South High School in 1974.
“Big” Mike worked for Cement and Tile and other various trade companies before starting his...
William R. Klippel
Jan 25, 2026
William Robert Klippel, 83 years old, of Brookfield, Wisconsin, became an angel on January 25, 2026. He is now at peace with his wife, Sandra, who died just last year, January 27, 2025.
Bill was born on March 14, 1942, to William and Emmeline Klippel in Milwaukee, and is survived by his sister, Carolyn (DeBus) and three children, Mark (Chris) Klippel,...
Robert C. Jakus
Jan 21, 2026
Robert “Bob” C. Jakus, age 91, of Waukesha, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at home on January 21, 2026. Born on September 29, 1934, in West Allis, he was the son of Michael and Theresa (nee Schleis) Jakus.
Bob was a proud veteran who served honorably in the United States Army and the National Guard. On May 29, 1965, he married his...
Gail D. Noel
Jan 18, 2026
Gail D. Noel, age 81, of Waukesha, was called to Eternal Life unexpectedly in her sleep on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Born on August 27, 1944, in East Cleveland, Ohio, she was the daughter of Francis and Theresa (nee Calabrese) McMullen. On February 27, 1965, Gail married the love of her life, Gary, and together they created a beautiful family...
James "Jim" R. Barry
Jan 17, 2026
James (Jim) Barry, age 76, passed away peacefully at Waukesha Memorial Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.
Born in Milwaukee and raised in Glendale, Jim was a 1967 graduate of Nicolet High School. He went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Education with a Minor in History from the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse in 1971. Jim...
John H. Hendrickson
Jan 17, 2026
John Holver Hendrickson, age 80, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Saturday, January 17, 2026, in Waukesha, Wisconsin.
John was born on February 16, 1945, in Waukesha, to Glen and Josephine (née Nader) Hendrickson. After graduating from high school, he attended Milwaukee Vocational and Adult School (now Milwaukee Area Technical College), where he earned a diploma in Diesel Engines....
Robert J. Kubiak
Jan 14, 2026
Robert “Bob” J. Kubiak of Waukesha passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at age 80 years, at home in the company of his adult children and his devoted companion Cathy Szmanda.
He is survived by: son Charles “Chuck” (Karen) Kubiak and daughter Laura (John) Burke; grandchildren Colleen (Ethan) Garcia and Connor (Sarah) Kubiak; great-grandchildren Sunday and Bobbie Jean Garcia...
Tamara Lynn Wiberg
Jan 12, 2026
Tamara Lynn Wiberg (née Shields), age 61, of Waukesha, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly on January 12, 2026. She was born on June 5, 1964, in Racine, Wisconsin.
Tamara was the heart and soul of her family. She devoted her life to raising her children and creating a home where everyone felt loved, welcomed, and cared for. Her greatest joy came from...
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