Maxine M. Fagan (nee Zielinski)
October 20, 1942 – August 8, 2025
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Unexpectedly, went home to the Lord, on Friday, August 8, 2025, at the age of 82 years. Maxine was born on October 20, 1942, a daughter of Max and Annetta Zielinski.
LeRoy Goergen
June 10, 1935 – June 30, 2025
Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin — LeRoy “Roy” H. Goergen passed away on June 30, 2025, at the age of 90. He was born June 10, 1935 in Caledonia, MN to Delbert and Margaret (nee Kroack) Goergen. Roy is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Marie (nee Guillien), siblings: Wilma (the late Duane) Griffin, Dale (LuAnn) Goergen, Sister Mary Goergen, and many nieces, nephews.
Roy grew up on a farm outside Caledonia, Minnesota, and graduated from Caledonia High School. He entered the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. After serving his country, he joined the Protective Insurance Co. as a Sales Representative and moved to Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. Later he joined Walters Buildings as a salesperson helping organizations find the right buildings for their purposes – a job that he loved and at which he excelled.
Roy could be counted on to help anyone in need. He was always ready with his quick witted, dry sense of humor to lighten and brighten anyone’s day. He loved the outdoors and loved working in his yard, spending many hours planting, moving and maintaining his favorite plants- the hosta. In his earlier years he enjoyed weekend golfing and downhill skiing with friends and family. He also enjoyed travelling to see and experience new things and share in holiday celebrations large and small with Marie, family and friends. Roy loved all children, always making time to talk with them. He especially loved to tease them in jest.
A visitation will be held on July 11, 2025, at St. James Catholic Church (W220 N6588 Town Line Rd., Menomonee Falls, WI 53051) from 9:00am until the memorial service, which will begin at 11:00am. Following the memorial service, there will be a military burial in the cemetery adjacent to the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. James Catholic Church, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, or the Wounded Warrior Project.
Patricia (Pat) LePine
April 13, 1930 – July 2, 2025
Patricia “Pat” LePine (née Kotecki) was born to life on April 13, 1930, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the late Leonard and Frances (née Kashuda) Kotecki. She found eternal peace and was reunited with her beloved husband and best friend, the late James “Jim” LePine on July 2,2025, at the age of 95.
Loving and devoted mother of Michael (Karen) LePine, Marc (Sheri) LePine, and the late Jeffrey (Sandy) LePine. Proud and loving Grandma of Christopher (Karissa) LePine, Anthony LePine, Stephanie LePine Meyers, BethAnne (Nathan Roberts) LePine, Matthew and Andrew LePine. Cherished Great-Grandma (“GG”) of Cameron Carlson and Kennedy LePine; Ashlan, Gavin, and Emersyn Meyers; Emme and Leighton LePine; and Reef and Rip Roberts. Dear sister of the late Eleanore (the late Eugene) Klush. Fond sister-in-law of the late Donald LePine, Marilyn (the late James) Wolf, the late Edward “Butch” (Pat) LePine, and the late Darlene (David) Oakerson. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and dear friends.
Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM on Wednesday July 9, 2025, at St. James Catholic Church, W220N6588 Town Line Rd in Menomonee Falls, WI. Private Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday at the Church from 9:30 AM until the time of Mass.
A special thank you to her Horizon hospice care team — Maria, Katie, Cailin, Erin, Jennifer and Sandy for their care and support. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Pat’s name will be donated as Pat wished.
Online condolences can be forwarded to the family at www.eernissefuneralhome.com. The Eernisse Funeral Home-Michael Schramka Associate is assisting the family.
Helen Vetter
August 2, 2024 – June 29, 2025
Helen Vetter (nee Rickert) born Aug. 2, 1924, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025 at Angel’s Grace Hospice. Helen was preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years, Pius Vetter (1922-2017).
Helen was also preceded in death by her parents, John and Anna (Hartmann) Rickert; siblings Evelyn (Henry) Molan, Adam (Kay) Rickert, Anna (Sister Mary Cecil, SSND) Rickert, Elizabeth (John) Orth, and John Rickert; and son-in-law Gregg Wozniak.
Helen is survived by her children, John (Katina) Vetter, Ann Wozniak, Margaret (Kevin Esser) Vetter, James (Jane) Vetter, Carol Vetter, and Richard Vetter; grandchildren Katherine (Flavio) Rovertoni, Dana (Aaron Sedman) Vetter, Sean Vetter, and Daniel (Jessica Rubino) Vetter; sister-in-law Patricia (John) Rickert; and Larry Hanlin and Richard Waskin as well as many relatives and friends.
Helen was born in Milwaukee and attended St. Boniface grade school and Messmer high school. After high school, Helen worked in the office at Harnischfeger Corporation. Pius and Helen met at a social outing where Pius gave Helen a gardenia and thus began a beautiful marriage and family.
Helen lived life joyfully every day as a faithful and loving wife, mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, aunt, and godmother. She enjoyed raising their six children with Pius and running a happy and busy home in the house that Pius built in Menomonee Falls. Helen was an active parishioner at St. James Catholic Church in Menomonee Falls. She also enjoyed baking, bowling, canning, creative sewing projects, knitting, playing cards, working on puzzles, and spending time with her friends and family.
Helen celebrated her 100th birthday in 2024 surrounded by family and friends. When asked the secret to her longevity, Helen replied, “I can’t tell you ALL my secrets! I don’t think I did anything special. I was just being me.”
The family would like to thank Kristen Winter from St. James Catholic Church, the Congregational Home rehab staff, Dr. McCann and the Aurora INR clinic in Menomonee Falls, and Angel’s Grace Hospice for the loving care shown to Helen and the family.
A special heart-felt thank you to daughter Carol who took such loving and tender care of her mother every day.
Visitation will be held at Krause Funeral Home, 21600 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, Wisconsin on Monday, July 14, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Additional visitation will be held at St. James Catholic Church, W220 N6588 Town Line Road, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 9:30 – 11:00 AM. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. Burial to follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery-Menomonee Falls.
Nancy Ann Goodreau
November 24, 1949 – June 19, 2025
Nancy Goodreau passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 19, 2025, after a courageous 3-year battle with illness. Born on November 24, 1949, to Lee and Carol Fischer, Nancy lived a life rooted in love, compassion, and dedication to others.
Nancy married the love of her life, Norbert Goodreau, in 1970, and together they built a beautiful life filled with laughter, family, and shared adventures. She was preceded in death by her beloved son Kristopher Goodreau (2019) and her parents, Lee and Carol Fischer, mother-in-law Helen Sharon and sisters in law Connie Goodreau and Karen Goodreau.
She is survived by her son Patrick Goodreau and his wife Michele Goodreau, her daughter-in-law Jolene Goodreau, cherished grandchildren Amber (Garret), Austin, Aidan, Hunter (Daniela), Nathan (Betsy), and Logan, and great-granddaughter Harper, who brought her immense joy. She also leaves behind her loving siblings, extended family members, friends, and her loyal dog Roxy.
After graduation from Tosa East HS and Alverno College, Nancy had a compassionate heart for service to others, especially children. She spent many years caring for others as a nurse at Lakeview Hospital and later as the director of We Welcome Inn Daycare, and Kinder Haus. Her kindness, warmth, and sense of humor touched countless lives.
She will be remembered for her unwavering support, her gentle spirit, her resilience in the face of adversity and the wisdom she generously shared. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of those she touched, and in the many lives she helped shape through her example of grace and integrity. Her presence brightened every room, and her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
She had an innocent yet witty sense of humor and loved a good laugh, especially when playing Cards Against Humanity with her family. Nancy found joy in the simple pleasures: baking during the holidays, hosting family gatherings, and playing poker with loved ones. Though she was a devoted Hallmark Channel fan, she learned to love baseball alongside her husband.
Nancy’s legacy is one of unconditional love, quiet strength, and a life devoted to family and care for others. She will be dearly missed, forever cherished, and always remembered by those who loved her
A memorial service will be held on Friday June 27th visitation 9-11 with a mass at 11:00. St. James Catholic Church located at W220 N6588 Town Line Road, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to a charity or cause of your choice in honor of Nancy’s generous heart and lifelong commitment to helping others.
Gregory E. Reilly
April 19, 1965 – June 4, 2025
Greg Reilly, age 60, of Sussex, Wisconsin, passed away on June 4th, 2025, surrounded by the people who loved him most. Born on April 19th, 1965, in Milwaukee, Greg lived a life marked by laughter, loyalty, and a deep love for his family.
Greg was the beloved husband of Shelli Reilly (nee Johnson) for nearly 36 years. Proud father to Chelsi (Max) Jentsch, Alec (Hailey), Brent (Alex), and Delaney (Al) Hendrickson. Grandparent to Weston, Archie, and Jack, who brought endless joy to his life.
He is survived by his mother, Rosemary Reilly, and his sister, Carrie Horder, other relatives and dear friends. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Angela, his father, Edward Reilly, and his sister, Tricia Clemmensen. Their memories remained close to his heart, and their absence was deeply felt in his life.
Known for his sharp sarcasm and quick wit, Greg had a way of making people laugh and thoroughly enjoyed “poking the bear”. Whether it was teasing just enough to get a rise out of someone or tossing out a perfectly timed one-liner, Greg thrived on stirring the pot in the most loving (and hilarious) way possible.
He loved the simple things in life: a cold Busch Light, his loyal dogs, time spent hunting with his Uncle Owen, and, most of all, his growing family.
Greg’s presence was steady, his humor unforgettable, and his love for family unwavering. He will be missed more than words can say.
A visitation will be Tuesday June 10, 2025 at St. James Catholic Church, W220 N6588 Town Line Rd. in Menomonee Falls from 9am until Mass of Christian Burial is celebrated at 11am. Burial to follow.
In the meantime, raise a Busch Light in his honor—and if you feel like gently poking the bear, know he’s smiling somewhere, cheering you on.
Memorials in Greg’s honor to the American Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
Richard P. Calmes, Sr.
June 30, 1934 – May 19, 2025
Richard P. Calmes Sr. (Dick) (Whiskers)
Richard P. Calmes Sr, age 90, of Sussex WI, went home to be with his Lord & Savior on Monday, May 19, 2025. Richard was born on his family farm in Athens Wisconsin, to the late Joseph & Marie (Lochen) Calmes. Left to cherish his memory are his brother; Joseph Calmes, sisters; Ruth (Tony) Brodjeski, and Delores (Ken) Wolf, his children; Lori (Bob) Schneider, Christine (Kevin) Konkol, David (Vicki) Calmes, Richard Jr. (Maureen) Calmes, Thomas (Trina) Calmes, Randall Calmes, Caroline (Brad) Burns, Donna (Roger) Porter, Kathleen (Kenneth) Nyhouse, Scott (Laurie) Calmes, Mary (Ben) Felda, Steven Calmes; grandchildren Brad (Tosha) Wallner, Brian (Lynn) Wallner, Kori (Nick H.) Konkol, Jake (Ashley) Konkol, Kelsey (Mike) Duncan, Jacob (Victoria Chen) Calmes, Samuel (Lisa) Calmes, Alexandria (Mike) Tribuzio, Austin Calmes, Kylie Spence, Kaitlyn Calmes, Kourtney Calmes, Nathan (Meredith) Burns, Olivia Burns, Danielle Riordan, Christian Porter, Lauren Porter, Jenna (Ben) Kroeger, Evan Nyhouse, Ryan Calmes, Mason Calmes, Devin Felda, Ashley Felda, Ryker Calmes, Amelia Calmes; great grandchildren Kayden Wallner, Carolyn Wallner, Abigail Wallner, Nicole Wallner, Brenna Wallner, Thallen Wallner, Merrick Wallner, Killian Wallner, Joanna Konkol, Beau Konkol, Lee Duncan, Evelyn Calmes, Maeve Calmes, Colette Calmes, Neiva Riordan, Evelyn Riordan and many cherished nieces, nephews and friends.
Richard is reunited with those he loved who have gone before him, his cherished wife of 68 years Rita Calmes, parents; Joseph & Marie Calmes, mother& father in-law; William & Caroline Klein, brothers; James Calmes, Michael (Lynette) Calmes & Robert (Vernell) Calmes, sister; Carol (Ronald) Listle, son-in-law; Bob Schneider and his two heavenly children, son; Kenneth John Calmes, and daughter; Jane Marie Calmes. Richard was a man whose life was a reflection of love, service and faith. Richard loved his country and proudly served between 1957 – 1962 as an aircraft, crew chief mechanic in the US Army. He was proud to be, in part, responsible for the first presidential fleet of helicopters. Richard served his church as a member of the Holy Name Society at St. James Catholic church in Menomonee Falls, and he served his community as a founding member of the Sussex Softball Association.
Richard’s love and faithful service to his family, especially to his beautiful wife Rita is what he would say he was most proud of.
Richard was a lover of all thing’s bowling, men’s slow pitch softball and baseball. In his early years, he bowled on numerous local leagues and boasted a few 700 series. He enjoyed telling stories about the times when he played baseball for the Milwaukee Merchants and the Sussex Land O’ Lakes teams. After Richard’s career as a player ended, he coached his sons and many of the local boys in the youth baseball program. In his later years, he loved watching his grandkids and the Milwaukee Brewers play ball.
Richard had a love for hunting, he took a lot of pleasure in the role of being a good father who taught his sons and grandsons how to hunt, and what it means to be a good steward of the great north woods. He would probably say it was one of his biggest legacies. Visiting with his children and grandchildren, beers on the back deck with his buddy Arleigh, thirsty Thursdays, reading his farming magazines, and meeting people at tractor shows while he showed off his 1940 Ford tractor were all ways that he loved to spend his time. Richard’s heart, in a way, was always back on the farm.
Richard was affectionately known by the nickname “Whiskers”. To call him “Whiskers” was to love him. He was so many things to so many people: a devoted husband, a loving father, a cherished brother & brotherin-law, an adoring grandfather & great grandfather, and a loyal friend & neighbor. He was the calm strength of his family; the kind of person who would drop everything to help fix your car or any mechanical problem you had. Service was his love language.
While our hearts ache with his loss, we take comfort in knowing he is with the love of his life Rita for eternity.
Visitation & Funeral services will be held June 2, 2025 at St. James Catholic Church; W220 N6588 Town Line Rd, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051. Visitation at 9:30 am with a Catholic Mass to follow at 11:00 am.
Jacquelyn M. “Jackie” Wendelberger
August 26, 1930 – May 16, 2025
Jacquelyn (Jackie) Wendelberger of Brookfield was born to Eternal Life on May 16, 2025 at the age of 94.
She is survived by her Children Steve (Teresa) Wendelberger, Mike (Diane) Wendelberger, Sharon (Les) Driscoll, and Marie Wendelberger-Wysocki. Grandchildren Bryan, Dave (Angie), Scott, Christopher (Jennifer), Melissa (Brian), Katherine (Andrew), Jessica (Gary), Neil (Chelsey), Kevin and Monica. Great Grandma to 14 great grandchildren and one baby on the way. Further survived by brothers Don (Joyce) Jago, Rod (Jodie) Jago, and many other family and friends.
She is preceeded in death by her late husband Gerald (Jerry) Wendelberger, Parents John and Florence (Nee Dellwo) Jago.Wendelberger
Jackie loved to read and send handwritten cards to her loved ones. She was very proud of 26 years of working as a dietary assistant at Community Memorial Hospital, (now Froedtert of Menomonee Falls). She was a loving, caring, and compassionate mother and grandmother. Jackie will be dearly missed by her great grandaughter Winter, who sat on the arm of her chair and did sticker books with her.
Visitation will be held at ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH, W220N6588 Town Line Rd, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051, Saturday, May 31 from 9:00 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial is celebrated at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the ALS (Lou Gehring’s disease) Association, Click here to donate. Masses in her honor at St. James would be appreciated.
John “Joe” Simon Jr.
July 13, 1990 – April 18, 2025
Of Mayville, WI
John was born near Helenville, WI as the 13th boy born on Friday, July 13th, 1990. He grew to be a kind, goofy, determined young boy, playing all of the sports, eating all of the ice cream, and climbing all of the trees. He was constantly befriending the lonely and fighting battles for the weak. He built himself into quite the generous, loving, strong young man by the time high school rolled around. John attempted to experience as much as he could, including paintball, football, forensics, hunting, and academic decathlon. This positive high-energy was absolutely who he was from the beginning. After graduating from Jefferson High School in 2009, John landed at Wisconsin Lutheran College. He later transferred to the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh to play football and snag a degree in business. The idea-man himself had the head for success in business and the determination for success in football even long after college.
John graduated from UWO in 2014 and hit the ground running with NFL combines across the United States. In true Joey fashion, he surprisingly secured a contract with the Saints in Perth, Australia. Having found a passion for professional football as well as travel, Joe spent time negotiating contracts across 6 of the 7 continents. But, with his love of the German language (potentially sparked by his love of Rammstein), Johnny decided on the Munich Cowboys. A championship ring later, he found another team to call home, the Wuerzburg Panthers. In his off-season, he spent time working in construction in the family business- some say that’s the real reason he was always in good shape. After finishing his career in professional football and construction, Joe continued to achieve. He earned his master’s degree while working full-time as a supply chain analyst for Doosan Bobcat.
Joe only knew how to live big. His network was immense, and his reach within that network was unmatched. He had this amazing talent to not only help people see their potential but also achieve it. Perhaps that’s what Abby, his fiancée, saw in him. Or perhaps it was his mustache. Joe grew to be an amazing man, and Abby came to love all of him. They made something sincerely magical- a life of laughter, goofy adventures, morning gym sessions, Saturday afternoon mass, Joe-sized meals, and coffee dates. They built a home in their Mayville house while looking forward to building a family too. They loved that magical life with their whole hearts.
Johnny is survived by his parents Sue and John, his siblings Rose (Diego), Ellie (Matt), and Kate (Jorie), and his fiancée, Abby. He loved and was loved by his grandpa, cousins, aunts, uncles, soon-to-be in-laws, nieces/nephews, paintball family, vast sea of brothers and sisters in football, Bobcat crew, church community, and so many more.
Services will be held on two separate days: The visitation is Saturday, April 26, 2025, 8:30-10:45 am with a funeral service to follow at St. James Catholic Church, W220 N6588 Town Line Road Menomonee Falls, WI 53051.
We will be hosting a “Joe-bration” Saturday, May 31, 2025 starting at 1 pm (location to be determined)
Jeanette “Jean” Schneider
March 15, 1940 – April 20, 2025
Entered into Eternal Life on April 20, 2025 at the age of 85. Beloved wife of Don for 64 years. Loving mom of Tracey (Allen) Spitza, Vickey (Brad) Kaehler and Jodey (Jeff) Ellner. Proud grandma of Josh (Danielle) Spitza, Shawn (Samantha) Peters, Kyle (Jessie) Peters, Chad (Danielle) Spitza, Jordyn (fiancé Tim) Ellner, Jeramy (fiancé Pam) Ellner, Cody (fiancé Kim) Peters, Brienna (Josh) Hadjinian and Jerica (Zach) Brester. Great-grandma of Ryann, Cam, Avery, Emma, Noah, Adalyn, Landon, Gianna, Corina, Weston, Christoph, Isabel, Cayden, Emelia, Ellie, Harrison, Jetson, Taytum, Eli and Hunter. Preceded in death by her parents Joe and Myrtle Jund and her sister Rose Terwelp. Further survived by other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be Friday May 2, 2025 at St. James Catholic Church, W220 N6588 Town Line Rd. in Menomonee Falls, from 9am until Mass of Christian Burial is celebrated at 10am. Procession to Wisconsin Memorial Park to follow.
Jean started her career at Mass Mutual Insurance and then worked for Sears, where she retired after 30 years of employment. She loved gardening, taking care of her flowers, cooking, baking and feeding the birds. She enjoyed travelling with her husband Don, especially “up north” where she found it to be very peaceful. Jean loved Christmas and flowers on Easter. She will fondly be remembered as the “Christmas Grandma” and we will remember to save her a seat.
William “Bill” F. Fogarty Obituary
November 19, 1941 – April 18, 2025
Bill entered Eternal Life on Friday April 18, 2025 at age 83. He was born on November 19, 1941, to William A. Fogarty and Theresa Haas Fogarty in the Bronx, New York.
He served honorably for four years in the U. S Navy on the U.S.S.Intrepid. Bill learned ‘Electronics’ which’ served him for decades in his lifetime career. Bill met ‘the love of his life’ Sharon Lynn Miller at the Eagles Ballroom in February 1961. This loving couple joined in marriage on August 12, 1961. They enjoyed Love, Laughter, and Life for 63 happy years.
They were blessed with four children, Deborah Uecker, Kelly Drake, Stacey Werning and William Fogarty Jr. Blessings continued with eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers John, and Eddie and his daughter Kelly. He is survived by his wife, Sherry, his sister Margaret Clarke and brother Patrick.
A memorial gathering will be held on Wednesday April 30th, 2025, at ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH, W220 N6588 Townline Rd, Menomonee Falls, from 9-10:30AM with the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30AM.
Joan B. Gruber
November 24, 1931 – April 9, 2025
Joan Barbara Gruber (Marz), a cherished resident of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, passed away on April 9, 2025, at the age of 93. She was the beloved wife of William J. Gruber and the heart and soul of her family. Joan was a devoted mother to Richard (Jane), Barbara, Cheryl (David), Jeffrey (Tracey), and Julie. She took immense pride in being a grandmother to Steven, Robert, Nicholas, Bradley, Brandon, Jason, Jessica, Justin, Angela, Melissa, and Larry, and a joyful great-grandmother to Mason, Owen, Matthew, Maxwell, Leah, Cameron, and the late Maxwell. She is also survived by her sister, Mary Ann Neeld (John, who passed in January 2025), and her brother, Frank Marz (deceased), and a close cousin Sharon Kapps (John deceased) along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Joan spent her formative years playing the piano and forging lifelong friendships at Saint Mary’s Academy, an all-girls school in West Allis, Wisconsin. It was there that she met Bill Gruber on a blind date, which blossomed into a remarkable 74-year marriage.
Every summer, Joan found great joy and tranquility during their summer vacation in Eagle River, Wisconsin, on the chain of lakes. She loved hosting family and friends, always preparing a delightful spread for everyone. She cherished watching the children learn to ski and enjoyed evenings around the campfire. Joan was an exceptional homemaker, known for her culinary skills, and she consistently provided homemade meals for her family each night. These were among her many strengths.
A graceful and elegant woman, Joan had a unique ability to see the best in others. Her presence was a true blessing, and her memory will forever reside in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
A visitation will be held at 12 noon, followed by a memorial service at 1 PM on Friday, April 25, at Schmidt and Bartelt Funeral Home in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Saint James Catholic Church are appreciated.
The family expresses their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Froedtert Hospital in Menomonee Falls for their compassionate care.