The Obituary Section

Maxine Carol Gapinski

, Wisconsin

October 6, 2026

Maxine Carol Gapinski (Bashaw)May 12,1941-October 7, 2026Maxine passed away peacefully on October 7th, 2026, at Sussex Springs Assisted Living in Sussex Wisconsin.Maxine worked for 45 years as a customer service agent for Standard Process in Palmyra, Wisconsin, their longest standing employee, to date.Faith was the foundation of Maxine’s life. She lived with a quiet unwavering devotion to God and the church. She was a longtime member of the United Church in Milwaukee, Wi., which later merged with First Baptist of West Allis, Wi. Maxine was on the church board and various other committees over the years, as well as sing in the choir.Maxine is survived by her two children: Mark (Chris) Gapinski of Lisbon Wi, Donna Gapinski of St. Paul, MN., and her grandson, Mark Gapinski II, whom Maxine absolutely adored.Maxine also had an immense love for her dog and cat and loved plants and gardening.The family would like to…

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Carl A. Sincere

, Wisconsin

Carl Anthony SincereMarch 14, 1941 – October 9, 2026Carl was the sixth of 13 children born to Clyde and Clare Sincere. He learned the value of hard work early, starting with a bakery job that let him bring home leftovers to share with his family—a first lesson in taking care of the people you love.Carl met Kathy at Pius XI High School. When a priest told Kathy they were too young to be going steady unless they intended to get married, Carl had a practical solution: “Let’s get engaged.” And that settled that. They went on to share 66 years of marriage.In the early days of their marriage, many Sundays were spent at Carl's parents' house with adults playing Sheepshead and children fending for themselves. Later in their marriage, Sundays meant Packers games at home with family including touch football or basketball contests of Horse or Lightning at halftime with…

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Susan M. Raap

, Wisconsin

October 4, 2026

In Loving Memory of Susan M. RaapDecember 20, 1949 – October 5, 2026Susan M. Raap died peacefully at home October 5th, 2026. Susan will be remembered for her laugh and sense of humor. She enjoyed music, games, softball, pool, bowling, darts, and the simple moments that brought laughter and connection. Those who knew her will carry their own special memories of her and the moments that made her uniquely Sue.Her greatest legacy lives on through her family. She leaves behind her children and grandchildren, each with their own memories and stories to treasure.Susan was the proud Mother of Lisa Lampe (Jeff), Mark Raap (Kimberly), and Rebekah Stuckart (Ken).She found great joy in grandchildren and great grandchildren; Adam Raap, Dylan Raap, Jordan Lonie, Piper Lampe, Nicholas Raap, Meghan Ewert, Madison Raap, Taylor Stuckart, Linzie Stuckart, Anthany, Olive, Deacon, River, Indigo, Makayla, Nathan, Hudson and Griffin.While Susan's life had its challenges, she…

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Mary Irene Martinez

, Wisconsin

October 4, 2026

Mary Irene Martínez (née Cherubini)December 6, 1947 – October 5, 2026Mary Irene Martínez (Cherubini), aged 78, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2026, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. She was reunited in eternity with her beloved husband, Ezequiel "Zeke" Martínez, who preceded her in death just weeks prior on September 20, 2026. After a lifetime that gracefully circled back together, they truly never left each other's sides.Mary was born on December 6, 1947, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the late Nicholas and Ruth (Toenneson) Cherubini. She grew up in a lively household and graduated from Messmer High School. Mary went on to dedicate over 30 years of her life as an accountant for County Hospital (now Froedtert Hospital). Her sharp mind was matched only by her fierce determination; as a single mother raising three teenage daughters, she went back to school and earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Alverno College in 1992,…

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Ilse Knoespel

, Wisconsin

October 7, 2026

Age 93 ½, of Milwaukee, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 8, 2026. Ilse was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, homemaker and friend whose greatest joy in life was the family she loved so deeply.She was born April 2,1933 in Machendorf, Germany to the late Wilhelm and Eleanore Peuker. She was united in marriage to the love of her life, Karl Knoespel, on February 14,1953, in Germany before beginning their adventure together in Milwaukee. They shared 68 years of marriage filled with family, traveling back to Germany and throughout Europe, Canada and the United States, hunting and countless memories before Karl preceded her in death in 2021.Ilse started life in the United States working at Patrick Cudahy and A&P before becoming a homemaker who dedicated her life to caring for her family. She helped raise her children and grandchildren and cherished every moment she could spend…

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Joan Barbara Ksicinski

, Wisconsin

On October 7, 2026, Joan Barbara Ksicinski (Bolda) took the hand of God while surrounded by her family. Joan was truly an angel on this earth and the ultimate role model of compassion and true love to all who were blessed to know her.She was the most amazing wife, cherished mother, loving grandmother, and ultimate great- and great-great grandmother, known affectionately to so many as Busha. Joan has gone to be with her Lord and is peacefully reunited in heaven with her beloved husband, Raymond, and her eldest son, Michael. She was a deeply loved mother-in-law to Michael’s wife, Robyn. Joan’s legacy of love lives on through her surviving children: Paul, Linda (Greg), and Lynn (Link). She also leaves behind a rich family tree filled with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. She also leaves her sister Bernadette Shebelski, and many nieces, nephews and a countless circle of extended family and…

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