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Obituaries

Friday, May 24, 2013

Obituary: Vernon A. Lemke

Vern drove truck for years before working for Halquist Stone for 32 years. Upon his retirement, Vern and June spent many happy summers at their cottage at Three Lakes.

March 27, 1929 - May 22, 2013 Vernon A. Lemke, 84, of Lannon, died Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Beloved husband of June (Nee Fischer).  Loving father of Dawn (Scott) Chapman and Michael Lemke.  Dear grandfather of Jessica (Jason) Moffett and Ryan Chapman.  Great grandfather of Zoe and Vash Moffett.  Brother of Arnold (Margaret) Lemke.  Further survived by other relatives and friends.Vernon was born on March 27, 1929 in Oconto Falls, WI. to Arnold and Rosa Edna (Fredrich) Lemke.  He grew up in Lannon, WI. and graduated from Menomonee Falls High School on May 29, 1947.  Vernon went into the army April of 1951 and spent his duty time in Korea being discharged on March 24, 1953.  He married June Fischer on October 24, 1953 at St. John’s Lutheran …

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Robert S. Fosdick: 48-Year Sussex Resident Dies

Fosdick built a house in Sussex when the population was less than 2,000 people.

Robert S. Fosdick, who moved into Sussex when the populations was less than 2,000 people, has died.  The 48-year Sussex residentbuilt house in developing Sussex 1965, according to the Sussex Sun. Frosdick served in the occupation army in Japan and later fought in the Korean War. He later took a job with American Car Company in Milwaukee. He was preceded in death by his wife, Hisako, of 62 years. Frosdick is survived by his two children Heather (Mark) Franceschi and Michael (Carol) Fosdick, as well as his grandchildren Sandra, Mika, Eric, Melissa and Stephen.  Funeral Services were held over the weekend.  

Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Obituary: Kenneth E. Marx

Kenneth owned a small diner in downtown Sussex and later became a carpenter. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing.

Marx, Kenneth E. "Casey" Born: September 25, 1926       Died:  March 28, 2013 Loving husband for 65 years of Lois (nee Stockinger), Dearest Dad to Jodi, John (Linda), Jeff (Anita), Jerry (Lori). Devoted Grandpa to Joshua (Kristin), Cassandra, Jordan, Kristina (Nate), Michael, Josef, Laura, Nicholas, and Alex.  Great Grandpa to Lucas and Blake.  Godfather to Jean Marx Garetto. Preceded in death by his parents Ferdinand and Agnes (nee Lembcke) and daughter, Jo Ellen Marx.    Ken was a devoted husband and family man.  He served in WWII in 1946.  He married the love of his life on October 25th, 1947.  He briefly worked as a mason and bread delivery man for Yaeger Bakery.  He and Lois, along with a friend, Ken Schlei, started a small diner in …

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Sussex Woman Killed in New Berlin Freeway Crash

Denise J. Merkel, 54, died at the scene Saturday morning.

Denise L. Merkel, 54, a Sussex area woman, was killed when she walked across traffic after a vehicle in which she was an occupant broke down on Interstate 43 at 5:31 a.m. Saturday, according to a news release from the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department. First aid was given at the scene by law enforcement officers from the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department and New Berlin Police Department and medical personnel from the New Berlin Fire Department. However, Merkel was pronounced dead at the scene on Interstate 43 about 1.1 miles south of Racine Avenue in New Berlin. The accident remains under investigation by the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department. Merkel's funeral will be held Saturday. Her children told Patch's media partners, WISN …

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Obituary: Jeffrey J. Bentzler

Jeff was the owner/operator of Jerome Tile Company for 25 years.

February 25, 1963 - February 6, 2013 Jeffrey J. "Benny" Bentzler found Peace Feb. 6, 2013 at the age of 49. Beloved husband of Lisa (nee Strand). Loving father of Josh and Brooke. Loving grandfather of Brayden. Beloved brother Chris Schaub. Brother-in-law of Vickie (Jeff) Burgett and Lori (Joe) Schuster. Son-in-law of Dennis and Judy Strand. Furthered survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation is from 4-7 p.m. on Mon. Feb. 11 at the Schmidt and Bartelt Funeral Home from until the service at 7 p.m. Private interment. Jeff was the owner/operator of Jerome Tile Company for 25 years.

Friday, January 25, 2013

Obituary: Lorraine E. Lowy

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Sussex United Methodist Church Kitchen Fund or Susan G. Koman for the Cure.

Lowy, Lorraine E. (Nee Hoover) Passed away peacefully, Friday, January 18, 2013, age 92 of Sussex, formerly of Barrington, IL and Edina, MN. Beloved wife of the late Paul R., loving Mother of Nancy (Gabriel J.) Kolesari, Sussex and James P. Lowy, Lakeville, MN. Proud grandma of Gabriel P. (Angela) Kolesari and Tracy (Aaron) Dow, both of Sussex. Great-grandma of Matthew and MacKenzie Kolesari and Ryan, Hunter and Andrew Dow. Preceded in death by her sister Ruth A (nee Hoover) Peirce. Also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and special friends. Services will be held at Sussex United Methodist Church, N63 W23523 Main Street, Sussex, WI, Sunday, January 27, at 3:00PM. The family would like everyone to join them for …

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5:53 pm on Sunday, January 27, 2013

She was the best grandma ever and will never be forgotten she cared about everyone she would be very proud of Sussex patch for recognizing her and her death. She rested peacefully.   more ›

Thursday, January 24, 2013

Obituary: Thomas S. Metzger

Memorial Service will be celebrated at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29 at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church.

February 3, 1961 - January 22, 2013 Thomas S. Metzger of Sussex passed away Jan. 22,2013 at the age of 51 years. Beloved husband of Linda (Nee Kudlewski). Loving father of Bryan(Sara) Metzger. Dear brother of Anna Mae (Jerald) Didenko, Richard (Mary Ann), and Diane (Randy) Kopp. Dear brother-in-law of Mary Metzger. Dear son-in-law of Ronald and Geri Kudlewski. Preceded in death by his parents, William and Catherine, and his brother, Bill. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Memorial Service will be celebrated at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29 at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 20813 Forest View Dr., Lannon. The family will greet friends at 6 p.m. Tuesday until time of the service, and after the service in Fellowship Hall. In …

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Obituary: Joseph J. Koenigs

Visitation from 4-6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25 from at St. James Catholic Church, W220N6588 Town Line Rd.

Joseph J. Koenigs unexpectedly went home to the Lord on Monday, January 21, 2013 at the age of 29 years. Loving son of Kim (Dave Jovan) Peters and Dan (Kristen) Koenigs. Dear brother of Krystal, Amanda, Mitch and the late Dean. Cherished boyfriend of expecting Megan Trivich, who is due in May. Grandson of Sally (the late Stanford) Heinitz, Diane (Don) DuFresne, and Sharon (the late Ken) Koenigs. Further survived by other relatives and many friends.  Visitation from 4-6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25 from at St. James Catholic Church, W220N6588 Town Line Rd., in Menomonee Falls. A Memorial Service will follow at 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family are greatly appreciated.

Monday, January 14, 2013

Obituary: Ronald Nettesheim

Ron was a machinist for his entire life with G & V Machine

November 7, 1932 - January 11, 2013 Ronald J. Nettesheim of Sussex, born on Nov. 7, 1932 to the late William and Mary (nee Misslich) Nettesheim, passed away on Friday Jan. 11, 2013. Age 80 years. Ron is survived by his wife of 59 years, Patricia (nee Bogue); children, Mary E., Daniel B. (Mary), Ronald P. (Tina), Jeffrey W. (Li-Ping), Jane (Thomas) Schley and Jason P. (Mary). Grandchildren, Neill (Natalie), Will, Lukas, Chong, James, Thomas, Tyler, Emily, Nicholas, Cody, Paige and Ryan. Further survived by his beloved sister, Peggy Salentine, brothers, Daniel, Fred, Reginald (Jean) and the late Phillip. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15 at 11 at St. James Catholic Church, W220N6588 Town Line Rd. in …

Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Obituary: LaVonne Hegleson

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Heart Association appreciated.

LaVonne M. Helgeson (Nee Walters) of Sussex passed away at the age  of 94 years Saturday, Jan. 5.  Beloved wife of the late Myron.  Dear aunt of Rose (Merle) Dahl.  Further survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.  Visitation from 4-7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 11, at the Schmidt and Bartelt Funeral Home. A service will follow. Private interment St. Bridget Cemetery, Ettrick, Wi.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Heart Association appreciated.

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