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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 …

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 …

kenzie kolesari

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 ›

Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Obituary: Marlene Schildt

This Sussex resident was 71-years-old.

November 14, 1941 - November 30, 2012   Schildt, Marlene A. (nee Peil)  Joined the Lord on Nov. 30, 2012. Age 71 years. Loving wife of Frederick for 52 years. Loving mother of Cindy (Dennis) Flitsch, Tammy (Michael) Knoebel and the late Michelle Schildt. Proud grandma of Byron and Brandon Flitsch and Kimberly (Chris) Loppnow and Allyssa Knoebel. Dear daughter of Edna and the late Ruben Peil. Dear sister of Janice (Larry) Erdman and the late Sandra Schmid. Further survived by other relatives and many special friends. A special thank you to all the staff at Waukesha Memorial Hospital and Angel's Grace Hospice for their care of Marlene. Funeral Services will be held Tues. Dec. 4 at 7 PM at Redeemer United Church of Christ, W220 N4915 Town …

Monday, December 3, 2012

Obituary: Michael H. Eberhardt

This Sussex resident passed away at 46-years-old.

Eberhardt, Michael H. "Mike" Of Sussex, was reunited with his mother Evelyn on Monday, November 26, 2012, at the age of 46 years. Loving father of Nicole. Dear son of Chuck. Best friend of Julie. Brother of Cynthia (Eric) Lehrke and Chuck. Uncle of Courtney, Chrissie, Elizabeth and Justin. Further survived by other relatives and friends. The family received relatives and friends on Friday Nov. 30, at the funeral home from 6PM until time of Memorial Service at 7PM. Editor's Note: This obituary was provided by Schmidt & Bartelt funeral home. To view more Sussex obituaries, visit the obituaries page on Sussex Patch.

Saturday, December 1, 2012

Obituary: Diane M. Schuldt

This Sussex resident passed away at 58-years-old.

June 11, 1954 - November 26, 2012 Schuldt, Diane M. (Nee Holt) of Sussex, November 26, 2012, passed away on Nov. 26. She was 58 years old. Beloved wife of Randy. Loving mother of Jamie and Stephanie (Christopher) Abt. Very proud grandma of Kylee and Ella. Dear sister of Rick (friend Susie), Greg (Julie) and Karl (Lisa) Holt. Preceded in death by her parents Don and Petra Holt. Further survived by other relatives and friends. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Tuesday December 4 at 11:30AM at St. James Catholic Church W220 N6588 TownLine Rd. Menomonee Falls. The family will greet friends Tuesday 9:30AM until time of the Mass. Private inurnment St. James's Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Children's Hospital or …

Friday, November 30, 2012

Obituary: Janice Rankin

This Sussex resident passed away at 91-years-old.

January 4, 1921 - November 25, 2012 Rankin, Janice L. (Nee Lees) formerly of the Town of Lisbon, died peacefully on November 25, 2012 at the age of 91 years. Beloved wife of Edger. Loving mother of Glenn, Charlotte (William) Davnie and Sharon (Michael) Monson. Further survived by 7 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren other relatives and friends. Funeral Service Friday November 30 at 10AM at Lisbon Presbyterian Church, W250 N7905 Hillside Rd. Sussex followed by burial at Lisbon Central Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Lisbon Presbyterian Church appreciated. Editor's Note: This obituary was provided by Schmidt & Bartelt funeral home. To view more Sussex obituaries, visit the obituaries page on Sussex Patch.  

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Obituary: Claire G. Akemann

Sussex resident was 82.

Akemann, Claire G. (nee MacFall), 82, of Pewaukee, passed away on Friday, November 9, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. Loving mother of Barb (Tom) Emmerich, Neil (Mary) and Shari (Steve) Vespested, both of Prior Lake, MN. Beloved “Grandmumzy” of Peter, David and Kevin Emmerich. Claire is survived by other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband David, parents Olga and Cecil MacFall, sister Dorothy Boyer and brother F. Edward Macfall.  Claire was a founding member of Brookfield Congregational Church, longtime member of the Pewaukee Yacht Club, Pewaukee Woman’s Club and various craft and knitting clubs; both in the Milwaukee area and her winter home in Naples, FL. She had a green thumb and a love of …

Mia

6:22 pm on Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Neil and Mary, so sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your Family!   more ›

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Obituary: John J. Bohdalik Jr.

Sussex resident was 64 years old.

John J. Bohdalik Jr., 64,  of Sussex passed away Monday, Oct. 29, 2012.  Beloved husband of Renate “Reni” (nee McGinnis).  Loving father of Becky (Heather) and the late Stephanie.  Further survived by other relatives, friends and his St. James family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Fri., Nov. 2, at 11AM at St. James Catholic Church, W220 N6588 Town Line Rd., Menomonee Falls.  Burial to follow at St. James-Rosehill Cemetery.  Visitation Thursday at the funeral home from 4PM until time of Prayer Service at 7PM and Friday at church from 10 AM until time of the Mass The family would like to thank all the caregivers at Waukesha Memorial Hospital for their care and compassion.  Memorials to St. James Catholic Church or the …

Kelly

6:52 am on Monday, November 5, 2012

He was a great man and will be missed by many. Until we meet again, John...   more ›

Saturday, November 3, 2012

Obituary: June B. Senger

Sussex resident was 76 years old.

March 28, 1936 - October 29, 2012 June B. Senger (nee Steinkellner) passed away on Monday, Oct. 29, 2012 at the age of 76 years. Mother of Julie Stefanski, Mike (Sue) and Julayne (Scott) Willingham.  Grandmother of Amanda, Samantha, Cory, Lucas, Danielle and Nicole. Special friend of Richard Herz. Preceded in death by her husband, Carl. Further survived by other relatives and friends. June was a proud member of the Horne-Mudlitz Auxiliary Post #6377 in Sussex for many years. Visitation on Friday, Nov. 2 at the funeral home from 4PM until time of Funeral Service at 7PM. Editor's Note: This obituary was provided by Schmidt & Bartelt funeral home. To view more Sussex obituaries, visit the obituaries page on Sussex Patch.

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