Obituaries

In Loving Memory of Michael A Stevens. Michael A Stevens, born in Wisconsin on May 27, 1943, passed away on March 30th, 2026 in West Allis, Wisconsin at the age of 82. Family is not sharing service information at this time. Please keep them in your thoughts. May he rest in peace.

BROOKFIELD – Daniel John Waffenschmidt, age 70, was called home to Heaven on Sunday, March 22, 2026, in Wauwatosa, WI. Dan will be deeply missed by his wife of 44 years, Cheryl (nee Grages), his children Daniel “DJ” II, David, & Amanda (Ben) Murphy. Proud Papa of Cole, Brooklyn & Declan Murphy. He was a special son-in-law to Grace Grages-Friedrich, and brother-in-law to Elisabeth Waffenschmidt, Kathi, Mark (Sandi) and Mike Grages. He is also survived by many nieces nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents Henry and Elizabeth and brother Henry. Sincere thanks to the staff at Accent Care Hospice for their excellent care.  A memorial service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church in Menomonee Falls on Monday, April 27, 2026, with visitation starting at 5:00pm until time of service at 7:00pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the church or family are appreciated. Preferred Care Funeral & Cremation Services, 3008 S 108th Street, West Allis, WI 53227

Cynthia Jane Gawlitta (Dings), passed away peacefully on March 8th, 2026, after a courageous journey with Alzheimer’s. She was 80 years old, born on November 16th, 1945. Cindy was the loving partner of Don Dories for nearly 50 years, sharing a lifetime of love, companionship and memories together. She was a devoted mother to her son, Scott (Stephanie), and daughter, Pam (Michael) Martin, and a proud and loving grandmother to Tyler, Jordan, Gabby, Donovan and Makenna. She is further survived by her sister, Linda (Ron) Erdmann. Cindy was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Dorothy Dings, as well as her brother, Dave (the late Elaine) Dings. Cindy devoted much of her working life to the patients at The Village at Manor Park, formerly known as Methodist Manor. Her patients loved her fun loving personality! She made sure they were happy and she made them laugh. Cindy had a special place in her heart for her animals, including her basset hounds Bernie, Barkley, Abby and her mixed hound, Hailey. She often sang to her quaker parrot Jako-Bako who sang right along with her! And don’t forget her cats, Jasper, Cody and Callie. She loved shopping and decorating her house. Thank you Donny for providing your strength and loving care until her final days. It’s comforting to know she had you by her side throughout her journey. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Cindy’s name to the Wisconsin Humane Society. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 6th, from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm at The Hideaway Pub and Eatery located at 9643 S, 76th Street, Franklin, Wisconsin. Friends and family are invited to gather, share memories, and celebrat e Cindy's life.

In Loving Memory of Beverly Scheunemann. Beverly Scheunemann, born in Milwaukee, WI on Match 2, 1928, passed away on March 6th, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at the age of 98. Family is not sharing service information at this time. Please keep them in your thoughts. May she rest in peace.

Paul R Krush passed away peacefully on, February 28th, 2026, born in Sheboygan WI 08/12/1941. He is survived by his faithful wife of 60 years, Diane M Krush, has one daughter, Sandra Abraham, her husband Steven Abraham, and two adult granddaughters, Samantha Abraham, husband, Keithel Chauncey and Sarah Ollivierre, husband, Clinton Ollivierre, one Sister, Mary Johnson. Paul was raised in Milwaukee Wisconsin and graduated from Pulaski High School in 1959. He enlisted into the United States Marine Corp, served during the Cuban Missile Crisis and was honorably discharged. He was an electrical and mechanical engineer and had worked on projects for the Apollo Space missions. He worked on the team that produced the first MRI machine for GE Medical Systems. He holds a patent for a design for Western products in his name. He was a gifted athlete enjoying trick water skiing into his 70’s. He was included in a water ski show up by his second home in Crivitz, WI. Enjoyed fishing, hunting, cross country skiing and motorcycling with his wife. Paul was an avid model railroader and a member of the North American Prototype Modelers. Paul requested no funeral or memorial services.

In Loving Memory of Tapmon Wade. Tapmon Wade, born in Peoria, IL on April 15, 1974, passed away on February 29th, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at the age of 51. Family is not sharing service information at this time. Please keep them in your thoughts. May she rest in peace.

In Loving Memory of Kingdavid Lee. Kingdavid Lee on April 13, 1958, passed away on February 21st, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at the age of 67. Family is not sharing service information at this time. Please keep them in your thoughts. May he rest in peace.

In Loving Memory of Douglas Szeklinski. Douglas Szeklinski, born in Milwaukee, WI on October 2, 1981, passed away on February 19th, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at the age of 44. Family is not sharing service information at this time. Please keep them in your thoughts. May he rest in peace.

In Loving Memory of Mary Ables. Mary Ables, born in Chicago, Illinois on December 21, 1949, passed away on February 9th, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at the age of 76. Family is not sharing service information at this time. Please keep them in your thoughts. May she rest in peace.