All Obituaries

Gregory E. Havel, O.F.M.  "The floods in northern Minnesota were so bad last spring the turtles climbed out of their shells and used them for boats."  This was the biggest lie of 1970 according to the Liar's Club of Burlington, Wisconsin.  And it came from Brother Gregory Havel who became the first Catholic prevaricator to win first place in the Club. Gregory was born to Cyril and Elizabeth (nee Weber) Havel on August 8, 1950 in Thief River Falls,...

Russell P. Gamble Russell was born in Milwaukee June 29, 1937 and passed away February 7, 2019 in Milwaukee.  The love of his life, Anita passed to the beyond last week on January 30, 2019. Russell needed to wait until he was sure she was lovingly cared for and resting.  Russell was born and raised near the Marquette campus and later went into the business world in Milwaukee.  His early passion for art resurfaced and he returned to school at UWM and earned a degree in...

Earl Robert Primley Age 81 years.  Born to life March 22, 1937 in Phelps, Wisconsin the son of Robert and Edna Primley.  Born to eternal life February 6, 2019 at his Milwaukee home surrounded by loving family.  Beloved husband and best friend of Sandra "Sandi" (nee Wardesky) for 57 years.  Dear brother of Robbin (Nancy) Primley and Renee Borbash.  Brother in law of Geri Schwan and Harry (Ginny) Wardesky.  Further survived by loving nieces, nephews,...

Andrew Joseph Polomis Died suddenly on Monday, February 4, 2019 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at the age of 46 years. Born in Escanaba, Michigan, he was the son of Norman Polomis and Alice (nee Breclaw) Polomis. Andy attended James Madison High School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and after graduation, he continued his studies at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Wisconsin and at Milwaukee Area Technical College. He completed Milwaukee Business Training Institute's...

Anthony "Tony" Long Age 83 years.  February 3, 2019.  Beloved husband of Susan (nee Braun) for 57 years.  Dear father of Anthony (Linda), Jeffery (Tammy), and Denise (Mike) Brewer.  6 loving grandchildren.  Brother of Mary Ann Anton.  Further survived by other relatives and friends. Tony was a US Army veteran and retiree of Pabst Brewery. According to Tony's wishes, there will be no formal services.

Eugene Lawrence Brown Completed his journey on Friday, February 1, 2019, at the age of 81 years after his battle with cancer. He has joined his loving wife Marguerite (nee Murphy) Brown along with his daughter Deborah Gannon and his son Thomas Brown. Gene was the loving father of James Brown and Steven Brown and the father-in-law of Joseph Gannon and Karen Brown. He was the special grandfather to Daniel Gannon, Matthew (Amy) Gannon, Anthony (Courtney) Gannon, Bethany (Michael)...

Raymond R. Gehrke Age 95 years.  Born to life June 16, 1923 in Hurley, Wisconsin the son of Rhinehart and Rose Gehrke.  Born to eternal life February 1, 2019 at Linden Grove Care Center in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin,  Preceded in death by his wife Lucille.  Beloved father of Marilyn and Allan Gehrke.  Brother of Carl (Jean) Gehrke.  Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at Jelacic Funeral Home, 5639 West Hampton...

Anita Gamble aka Anita Black Born November 12, 1923 in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.  Passed away January 30, 2019 in Milwaukee.  She was preceded in death by her parents Walter and Elsie Biesemeyer.  She is survived by the love of her life and devoted husband, Russell Gamble.  Anita and Russell enjoyed decades together living, loving and laughing in Whitefish Bay, WI.  They enjoyed extended trips to Europe visiting great works of art and historical places.  Their...

Thomas Francis Ford Born to Eternal Life on January 21, 2019 at the age of 82 years. Tom was the beloved husband of Carolyn "Carrie" (nee Blaser) Ford and the dear father of Ruth (Rick) Busalacchi, Thomas M. (Susie) Ford and Paul Ford. He was also the cherished grandfather of Zachary, Joey and Francis, and the fond brother of Raymond (Gloria) Ford and Francis Ford. Tom is further survived by other relatives and many friends.   Tom was a life-long member of St....

Peter Carl Armstrong Passed away January 21, 2019 at the age of 65 years surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin March 22, 1953, the son of the late Donald and Carlyn (nee Bruns) Armstrong. While attending Custer High School, he began working part time as a dishwasher at the Simon House Restaurant in the Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin area. Within a few short years, Peter worked his way up to head chef at this prestigious establishment. In the early 1980's, he was asked...