Monday, May 13, 2013
Sweeney, 90, worked 35 years for Joseph Schlitz Brewing Co. and raised funds for the construction of Dominican High School.
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Monday, May 13
Blessed husband, loving father, cherished grandfather and loyal friend. Edward Leo Sweeney was born August 18, 1922 in Reedsburg, WI and born to eternal life on May 8, 2013. Edward was the youngest of six children born to the late Edward and Ida (nee Byrne) Sweeney. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin, he worked for the Joseph Schlitz Brewing Co., retiring as Director of City Sales after a 35 year career. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Frances Marion Sweeney (nee Graessle) of Glendale; daughter Mary Ellen of Highland Park, ILL. and sons James (Rita) and Patrick (Candace) both of Milwaukee. He is further survived by grandchildren Megan, Ryan, Bridget and Gabrielle, and by six great-grandchildren. Owing to his faith and belief…
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
The Whitefish Bay resident passed away Thursday at the age of 61.
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Tuesday, April 2
Joan M. Plant (nee Kleczka) entered into Eternal Life on March 28, 2013 at the age of 61. Plant was a resident of Whitefish Bay, and a beloved daughter of Richard S. and Shirley A. (nee Srnec) Kleczka. Loving sister of Janet A. Lorenz. Dear aunt of Brandon (Valerie) Lorenz and great-aunt of James Lorenz. Further survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and all the many children she taught throughout her life. Family will greet friends on Wednesday, April 3, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Feerick Funeral Home, followed by a service honoring Joan’s life at 6:30 PM. Obituary provided by Feerick Funeral Home
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
A former Whitefish Bay resident, Paquette was a mother of four and was involved at St. Monica Parish.
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Tuesday, March 26
A long-time Fox Point resident who formerly lived in Whitefish Bay, Paquette entered Eternal Life on March 21, 2013 at Elizabeth Residence in Bayside. She was 92; proceeded in death by husband Louis James Paquette on Feb. 5, 2000. Born in International Falls, Minnesota, raised in Fort Francis Ontario Canada, Jane Paquette (nee Tiefenbacher) enjoyed throughout her high school years the outdoor life of the Rainey Lake area on her parents’ summer island, and the snowy fun of skating and curling on the frozen lake in town. She traveled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin to attend the St. Mary’s Hospital School of Nursing, graduating in 1941. This is where she met and married Dr. Louis Paquette on Sept. 29, 1942 at Holy Rosary Church in Milwaukee, …
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Rooney worked as a commercial artist, was a Girl Scout leader and worked to save the elm trees of Whitefish Bay.
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Thursday, March 21
Marjorie Rooney (nee Williams) passed away, March 19, 2013. Born, August 12, 1922, Rooney was preceded in death by her parents, Constance (nee Miller) Williams and Robert N. Williams; and her brother, Franklin (Buzz) C. Williams. Survived by her brother, Robert (Susan) N. Williams; sister-in-law, Helen Williams; and her children, Steve (Andrea) Rooney, Kathleen (Thomas) Mannlein, David Rooney, and Laura Rooney; her grandson, Alex Parsons; and other dear relatives and friends. Midge served in the Navy in World War II, attended the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, worked as a commercial artist at the Milwaukee Journal and at B.Altmans in Manhattan, before her marriage to Wallace Rooney (deceased). She was a Girl Scout leader, …
Monday, February 4, 2013
The Whitefish Bay resident passed away Wednesday at the age of 85.
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Monday, February 4
Gotthart, Margaret L. “Margie” (nee Fransee) entered Eternal Life on January 30, 2013 at the age of 85. Resident of Whitefish Bay. Beloved wife for 63 years of Bernie Gotthart. Loving mother of Thomas (Cindi) Gotthart and Robert (Ellen) Gotthart. Caring grandmother of Shalimar, Jarrett (Sarah), Erik, Michael and Monica. Caring great-grandmother of Violet. Dear sister of Gene Fransee. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Six of Margie’s sibling preceded her in death. Visitation to be held at the Feerick Funeral Home on Friday, Feb. 1 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at St. Monica’s Catholic Church in Whitefish Bay on Saturday, Feb. 2 at 11:00 AM. Interment to follow at Holy Cross …
Monday, January 28, 2013
Castillo, a former Whitefish Bay resident, passed away last week at the age of 87.
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Monday, January 28
Marcelo G. Castillo, M.D. entered Eternal Life on January 23 at the age of 87. Castillo was a resident of Milwaukee and a former resident of Whitefish Bay. Beloved husband for 60 years of Magdalena (Nee Elicano) Castillo. Loving father of Wilfrido (Kathy) Castillo, Marcelo (Susana) Castillo, Jr., Teresa (David) Milroy, Cristina (Kevin) Costello and Rebecca (Casey) Cronin. Cherished grandfather of Sarah, Jason, Stephanie, Phillip, Benjamin (Joanna), Samantha, Ryan, Clare and William. Cherished great-grandfather of Magdalena, Andrew and Mara. Dear brother of Julia (Rodolfo) Gonzalo, Lourdes (Jaime) Serrano and the late Cesar (Antonia) Castillo. Further survived by other relatives and good friends. Visitation will be held at the Feerick …
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
A longtime Whitefish Bay resident, Wheeler served in the Navy and ran a business with his wife Ginny. He passed away Wednesday at the age of 90.
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Wednesday, January 23
James H. Wheeler, Jr. entered Eternal Life on January 23 at the age of 90. Resident of Eastcastle in Milwaukee, former resident of Whitefish Bay. Born in Kalamazoo, Michigan to James and Marvel Wheeler on August 16, 1922. Beloved husband of Virginia “Ginny” M. (nee Bade) Wheeler. Loving father of Michael (Debra McNair) Wheeler, MD. of Mequon, Dana Terracina of San Antonio, TX, Mary Catherine “Kate” (John) Mehan of Milwaukee and the late James H. Wheeler, MD., III. Cherished grandfather of James H. Wheeler, IV, Rachel Wheeler, Michael Wheeler, Thomas Wheeler, Peter Terracina, Paul Terracina, Margaret “Meg” Mehan and John A. “Jack” Mehan, Jr. Also survived by his sisters, Connie (the late Phil) Adamek of Menominee, MI, Joan (the late Earl) …
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Alicia Urban will be remembered for her volunteerism and energetic and magical personality. She passed away Sunday at the age of 43.
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Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Alicia Urban will be remembered for her volunteerism and energetic and magical personality that touched so many with kindness, generosity, warmth, love and fun. She passed away Sunday at the age of 43. Urban was devoted to her family, her friends, her community, and her business Elements East. She volunteered actively with Friends of Atwater Beach, Pearls for Teen Girls, Public Allies and Holton Youth Center. She was a world traveler who spoke fluent Chinese, and had an eye for beauty that crossed cultures. Wife for 18 years of Jay Urban. Mother of Bryn Claire and Piper Jayne Urban. Daughter of Frank and Linda Paavola. Sister of Chris (Nina) Paavola. Further survived by other relatives and many wonderful friends. There will be a …
Monday, October 22, 2012
Following service in the Navy, John attended Marquette Medical School where he specialized in internal medicine and then gastroenterology. He later opened his practice on Silver Spring Drive in Whitefish Bay.
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Monday, October 22, 2012
Dr. John Dooley died peacefully on Sunday, one week after the funeral service of his beloved wife, Carol. He left this world surrounded by his children and their spouses. John was a resident of St. John’s on the Lake in Milwaukee for the last 10 years of his life; before that he lived in Shorewood and Whitefish Bay. He was an active parishioner at St. John the Evangelist Cathedral. John was born on October 12, 1926, the youngest of five children born to Edward and Ruth Dooley. He attended Marquette High School before joining the Navy in 1944 where he served as a corpsman. Following the war he attended Marquette Medical School where he specialized in Internal Medicine and then Gastroenterology. John did his internship at New England Medical…
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
The Whitefish Bay resident passed away Sunday at the age of 45.
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Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Stephan R Steller entered Eternal Rest on October 14, 2012 at the age of 45. Resident of Whitefish Bay. Devoted partner of Tamara D. Murk. Loving father of Ava. Treasured son of Marshall and Sharon Steller. Dear brother of Nathan Steller and Tom (Debbie) Steller. Precious grandson of Marcelle Steller and Thelma Ray. Amazing uncle of six nephews. Further survived by other relatives and many very good friends. Stephan was an avid sports fan especially of the Oakland Teams. He was a financial planner for Ameriprise Financial. Most of all Stephan would like to be remembered for being a wonderful dad who adored his daughter Ava. Visitation will be held at the Feerick Funeral Home on Friday, October 19 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. Services will be …
Lisa Postles
5:10 pm on Wednesday, April 3, 2013
It was on honor to know Joan. She was a wise and kind friend. The best kind to have. more ›