Obituary: Greg J. Weitzer

Greg Weitzer of Greendale was 66 years old when he died Saturday.

Greg J. Weitzer, whose family owned and operated Weitzer Brothers Hardware in West Allis for many years, died March 2. The Greendale resident was 66 years old. Beloved husband and best friend of Mary Kay (nee Klasen) for 43 years. Loving dad of Michael (Colleen), Jim (Chris) and Brenda (fiance David). Proud and loving grandpa, happily known as "Crazy Grandpa Greg" to Joran, Jacob, Kya, Mariah, Zarrie, Jonah and Olivia. Brother-in-law of Michael (Mary) Klasen. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation is Thursday, March 7, from 9-10:45 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 6060 W. Loomis Rd., with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11 a.m. Private entombment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. If so desired, …

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Greendale Resident Kenneth Luetzow Passes Away

The owner of the former Luetzow Laundry, Jaycees member, Boy Scout volunteer and president of the Greendale Village Swim Club died Thursday. He was 87 years old.

Kenneth E. Luetzow, 87, died on Thursday.  Luetzow was owner/partner of the former Luetzow Laundry, a member of the Greendale Jaycees, a volunteer with Boy Scout Troop 505, and a former president of the Greendale Village Swim Club. He was an active volunteer with the Franklin Senior Meal Program and a US Air Force veteran serving during World War II and a member of Independence Lodge No. 80 F&AM, Tripoli Shrine and the Oriental Band. Visitation on Sunday, March 3, 2013, 12 noon-2:00 PM at Forest Home Cemetery-Landmark Chapel, 2405 W. Forest Home Avenue, Milwaukee. Funeral Service at 2:00 PM. Interment and military honors to follow. If desired, memorials to Lymphoma Association or the Alzheimer's Association . The above information is from …

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President of Kinetic Company Was Active Community Member

Joseph Masters, 64, was president of Greendale's largest manufacturing company. He died Feb. 16.

Kinetic Company's president Joseph Masters died Feb. 16, while returning from vacation in Whistler, B.C.  Masters was president of Greendale's largest manufacturing company since 1970. The company was founded by his father in 1948. "Under his leadership it grew well beyond his father’s dreams," according to his obituary. He was a Marquette University High School’s alumni, and a a longtime member and past president of Tuckaway Country Club where he played golf and Thursday night Sheepshead games since 1966. Masters is survived by his wife, two children, two grandchildren, brother, sister and many other relatives and friends. A visitation will be held Feb. 22, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Homes and Feb. 23, from 9 a.m. until time …

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Obituary: Roman Ciula

Roman Ciula, 89, was an usher at the Milwaukee County Stadium and a volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House.

Roman Ciula, 89, was born into Eternal Life on Friday, Jan. 25 at the age of 89. He was a beloved husband for 64 years to Jeanette and cherished father of Tom (Diane), Sue Williams, Kathy Kyler and David (Kathleen). Further survived by his 12 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, sister Therese Karpinski, other relatives, and friends. Roman is a retiree from Harley Davidson and an usher for the Milwaukee Brewers from 1991 to 2008. In 1994, a story in the Milwaukee Sentinel about the last game the Green Bay Packers played at Milwaukee County Stadium mentioned Ciula and that he would miss the stadium and the "occasional rowdy fan" during the winter. He also volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House. A Private Service was held on Jan. 25 at …

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Obituary: Camella A. "LiL" Allison

90-year-old Greendale resident passed away on Sunday.

Camella, age 90, born to Eternal Life on Sunday December 30, 2012. She joins her husband Robert in eternity. Loving Mother of Karen (Mike) Stelske, Charisse (Chris) Jeske, Scott (Maribeth), and Alicia Allison. Proud Grandmother of Jacqueline and Nicole. The family wishes to thank all of the caregivers at GLC Heritage Square in Greendale. A memorial visitation will be held on Friday January 4, 2013 from 1:00 - 3:00 PM at CHURCH AND CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME 3774 E. Underwood Ave., Cudahy, with a memorial service at 3:00 PM.

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Death Notice: Bernice Poklar

Long-time Greendale resident died Dec. 23.

Obituary: Victor A. Zanotelli

A gathering of friends/family will take place in Greendale during Village Days in August.

Victor Angelo Zanotelli, age 85 formerly of Milwaukee passed away Monday evening December 10, 2012 at his home in Eau Claire under the care of Mayo Clinic Health System Home Health and Hospice. A memorial service will take place at 11 am on Friday, December 14, 2012 at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, 310 Broadway St., Eau Claire, WI 54703. The Rev. Dr. Mark X. Pirazzini will officiate. Burial will be at a later in the Forest Home Cemetery Chapel Gardens Mausoleum in Milwaukee. Memorial visitation will take place at the church on Friday morning from 10 am until the time of service. Born in Milwaukee to Victor and Mary (Fellin) Zanotelli. He lived most of his life in Greendale, WI.  Upon his retirement from Miller Brewery, …

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Obituary: Aurelia Schuenke

A longtime resident of Greendale in a home she and her husband built, Aurelia was also a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church for over 50 years.

July 14, 1986 - December 7, 2012  Resided in Greendale, WI Born to Eternal life on Friday, December 7, 2012 in her home at the age of 86. She was surrounded by family. Loving wife of over 65 years to Raymond Schuenke. Dear mother of Nina (Tom) Nelson, Jeff, David (Cristy) Schuenke and Lisa (Jeff) Szalacinski. Proud grandmother of Lexie, Julian and Loren and Olivia. Sister to Cynthia Egide. Further survived by other relatives and friends. A longtime resident of Greendale in a home she and her husband built, Aurelia was also a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church for over 50 years. Visitation in ST. ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC CHURCH (6000 W. Loomis Road, Greendale, WI 53129) on Wednesday, December 12, 2012 from 5 to 7 PM. The Mass of Christian …

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Obituary: Lawrence E. Hanlon

Larry, who resided in Greendale, was a teacher at Greenfield High School and MATC in Business Education for 35 years and a proud graduate of UW-Whitewater.

Hanlon Lawrence E. "Larry" Passed away Friday November 23, 2012. Age 72. Husband of the late Kathleen (Nee McAleer) for 44 years. Father of Patrick (Ann) and Michael (Lori). Grandpa of Kelly, Jack, Daniel, Connor and Thomas. Brother of Marguerite (Ray) Ingold and the late Joan Hanlon. Lifelong friend of Ron Wojack, Jim Hinds and Charles Serwin. Further survived by many relatives and friends. Visitation at the funeral home Monday, November 26, 4-7pm. Vigil service at 6:30pm. Mass of Christian Burial at St Alphonsus Church, 6060 W. Loomis Rd, Greendale, Tuesday, November 27, 10:30 AM Private Burial at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials appreciated to the Greenfield Education Foundation, 4850 S. 60th Street, Greenfield, WI …

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Obituary: Myrtle Beane

Longtime Greendale resident served in the ladie's auxiliary for the Greendale American Legion; volunteered for Greendale libraries.

Beane, Myrtle was taken to heaven Nov. 15, at age 96.  Long time resident of Greendale since 1943. Died at Alexia Village where she had lived for the last 17 years.  Preceded in death by husband, O.D. Beane in 1987.  Devoted mother of Al (Mary), Ohio, Carole (Terry), Milwaukee, and Phyllis (Phil), California.  Proud grandmother of Eric, Sarah, Peter, and Kristopher.  Great-grandmother of Annie and Kira.  Lovingly remembered by nieces, nephews, and extended family.  Myrtle was a registered nurse for Greendale Village’s Dr. Brown for many years, served on the Ladies’ Auxiliary for the Greendale American Legion Post #416, and volunteered for Greendale libraries.  She was a gentle, loving lady who enriched the lives of all she encountered.  …

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