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Emily Sperk Obituary

Emily M. Sperk

(nee Hodkievicz) passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at age 97. Preceded in death by her husband, Walter Sperk. Loving mother of her sons Wayne and Glenn. Proud grandma of Paul and her great-grandchildren, Kyle and Autumn. Dear sister of Renie, Virgie and sisters-in-law, Carol, Mary and dear friend Karen. Also numerous nieces and nephews. Emily will be missed by many dear relatives and friends. The Rock N Roll Grandma will be missed.

The family would like to give thanks and great appreciation to The Polonaise at Wilson Commons staff and aides for their loving care of Emily.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Jan. 21 to Jan. 24, 2021.

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Bradley Angell

January 15, 2026

Wayne is a peach of a guy and that is as close as I got to her. Wayne, and curious about her maiden last name. Only for historical reasons, we all came from somewhere.

bradley angell

January 15, 2023

I never met her but do know her son and if she was anything like him, I can understand the praise for her!

Kenneth Pelzman

February 18, 2021

Wayne, Glenn and family. I am sorry to hear about your mother. We shared many memories together on 20th St. May God's blessings be with you all.

Dennis Ervin

January 31, 2021

Oh my gosh Wayne - My heart breaks hearing this news. You were s-o-o very, very fortunate to have such a great Mom. Hope to see you sometime soon! Hugs, Dennis Ervin

Linda Medina

January 27, 2021

So very sorry for your loss Emily was a extraordinary woman and friend she will be truly missed

Bradley Angell

January 24, 2021

Wayne, I was saddened by this, and although it was not unexpected, it is never a good time to lose a loved one. I wish you the best during these difficult days.

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